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Ukrainians say thank you

This week the Ukrainian community wrote an open letter to sincerely thank the entire community for their support.

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By Michelle Crean

The 135 women and children were left shocked last week to learn that they had just 48 hours notice to leave Hotel Killarney and move to Mayo as over 300 asylum seekers arrived to the town. Shaken by the news, they were soon relieved to find the community rally behind them to help them to stay as children had settled in school and women found jobs locally.

“On the day of our departure, we were devastated, our children were sad, we cried all night, because Killarney became a second home for us and our children, where their calm, safe life began. All the management and staff of Hotel Killarney has supported us from the first days of our stay in this wonderful hotel and our families felt cared. The school has become a second home for our children, because we did not even expect such a caring attitude from the teachers and the school

principal. These are incredible people with big hearts who helped our children adapt to their new school, language, and customs from April to June. We would like to express our special thanks to the teaching staff of St Oliver's School headed by principal Mr Colm Ó Suilleabháin

and principal of St Brendan’s College Sean Coffey, the teams of other schools where our students study. Thank all the parents, students and friends of the schools that our children are studying at for your support on the day and all the campaigning you all did on our behalf.

Cllr Niall Kelleher, reacted immediately and tried to solve our problem in a positive way. Together with him, all the team and volunteers of the KASI office worked on solving this situation. Thanks to Sheila Casey, Brendan Griffin, Norma Foley and all the other TD’s, councillors and politicians that fought for us. Now we are happy. Everyone has a home in this beautiful city among the kindest Irish people, who supported us this seven months and did not leave us in trouble, coming to support us on the day of our departure. We thank the residents of the city for their support, empathy and active public stance, especially Jean Eustace and Sophia Stebakova. We would like to thank our Ukrainians, who also did not stand aside and came to support us. We were really touched! Special thanks to people from hotel Innisfallen, Eviston House, McSorleys, staff from Hotel Killarney. Thank to all local volunteers, activists and NGO’s there are too many of ye to mention; you all know who you are we are eternally grateful for your efforts, your support and kindness. A huge thank you to all residents of the town of Killarney, which has become very close to us,” sincerely yours, all Ukrainian families.

sourcing suitable accommodation.

“All too often, the first we hear of developments is when buses pull up outside accommodation centres with people on board. We need to know what is happening so that we can prepare and the only way to achieve that is through proper dialogue,” Mr Kelleher said.

GROWING CONCERN

| By Michelle Crean

Local groups are demanding that the International Protection Accommodation Services (IPAS) and other agencies keep Killarney fully briefed on additional refugees or asylum seekers coming to the town.

Concern has been expressed by Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce and the Killarney Asylum Seekers Initiative (KASI) that essential wrap-around services, such as medical care and day-to-day community and supports, are already at snapping point and the town is struggling to cope with the demand.

According to the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and

Youth, currently there's a total of 360 International Protection (IP) applicants residing in Hotel Killarney including single males, females and families, and a total number of 572 International Protection applicants living in Killarney.

"The people who are being accommodated are recent arrivals to Ireland who have made International Protection Applications," the Department said in a reply to a Killarney Advertiser query.

They also said that they can't give a clear answer how long they will be staying "having regard to the ongoing crisis in the numbers of IP applicants arriving and the scarcity of more appropriate accommodation".

Seperately there are 1,304 Ukrainian women and children housed across Kil-

larney.

Chamber President Niall Kelleher said the town was delighted to play its part when agreeing to accommodate Ukrainian refugees, mainly women and children, fleeing from the terrors of war, but it is dreadful that the necessary follow-on support services required have not been put in place.

The Chamber said while Killarney has probably the highest ratio of refugees and asylum seekers per head of population in the entire country, there has been little or no communication from IPAS, Government departments or the non-governmental organisations charged with

“The lack of access to proper services is not fair on them, it is not fair on the service providers who are under strain and if the current trends continue, it can only lead to a complete systems failure,” Chamber stated.

KASI – which provides key support services to the asylum seekers and refugees – said it simply doesn’t have the staff or the space to cope with demand and there is a complete lack of communication from the agencies involved.

Chairperson Sheila Casey said people are queuing out on the street waiting to be seen but KASI has only four staff and very inadequate office space. Local GPs have said they can no longer accept new referrals to ensure they can provide a safe service to existing patients.

THANK YOU: Balau Alina, Dina Kukushkina, Nadiia Kyrylina, Nadiia Karantseva abd Mykyta Kazautser. Photo: Michelle Crean

"We need to know what is happening so that we can prepare"

Killarney Chamber President Niall Kelleher.

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Kitty enriched the Advertiser

This week we sadly learned of the passing of Kitty Gorman of Woodlawn Drive, Killarney.

A proud Galway native, she emigrated to the UK early in life and later returned to Ireland with her husband Steve, choosing Killarney to raise their family. Back in the late '70s and early '80s the car to have was the Ford Cortina 1300L – and if you had made it, a 1600L with a radio cassette option. So, you can imagine when Kitty and Steve arrived in Woodlawn Drive in their immaculate green Ford Cortina 2000E with all the options, they had got the Woodlawn neighbour’s attention.

But an early encounter with one of those Woodlawn neighbours sparked a life-long connection with this publication. The neighbour was Danny Casey, the editor-in-chief of the Killarney Advertiser.

My father wasted no time in introducing himself and informing Kitty of an accounts position he had available at the Killarney Advertiser. In the back of his mind, a person that drives a Ford Cortina 2000E may be out of his salary range but ever the salesman, the conversation took place. The pair hit it off and Kitty promptly filled that position in the Killarney Advertiser that led to an incredible relationship spanning three decades. They became a great team and great friends with a mutual respect.

Kitty quickly became part of the fabric of the Killarney Advertiser and was recognisable to all who came into contact with the publication in the intervening years.

Her dedication and professionalism to her job and loyalty to my father was unparalleled – Kitty remained with the publication up to her retirement 14 years ago. Her influence is still in the fabric of the publication today and we are forever grateful.

As a school kid I grew up in the family

The late Kitty Gorman

business situated in the back shed, where many small businesses started out, later joining the business and learning the trade. Kitty was the one constant, a guiding hand, a watchful eye, a source of knowledge and ultimately a source of approval. Wet behind the ears and sometimes straying out of line, a polite whisper from Kitty quickly corrected any misdirection.

Always a lady, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, a respectful and supportive work colleague, and a wonderful neighbour, who had a positive impact on everyone she met.

We extend our deepest sympathy to her husband Steve, daughters Fiona and Maria, sons-in-law Tomas and David and grandchildren Sam, Mia and Anna, and all her extended family. May she Rest in Peace.

BBC appearance for Kilcummin man and his sheepdog

| By Michelle Crean

They say "a dog is man's best friend" and for one Kilcummin man nothing could be more true as they compete this Sunday on one of the UK's most popular weekly factual TV programmes.

Countryfile, which pulls in six million viewers a week will feature Tom O’Sullivan and his beloved award winning sheepdog 'North Hill Tess'.

After winning the International Supreme Championship last year - they were invited to take part in the prestigious BBC 1 'One Man and His Dog' show.

However, he's not revealing the outcome of the TV trials just yet, saying viewers will have to tune in this Sunday when the programme airs on BBC1 at 4.45pm.

"I haven’t competed on this programme before, the prize is 'One Man and His Dog Champion 2022' and a trophy will be presented on the show on Sunday night," Tom, who has travelled all over Ireland and the UK with his dog, told the Killarney Advertiser.

"I compete in sheepdog trials and after our success at last year's 2021 International Supreme Championships in Wales we were invited to compete in this year's televised sheepdog trial competition on

Major investment for two Killarney schools

| By Michelle Crean

There's major works ahead for two Killarney schools who are set to get state-of-the-art extensions.

Education Minister, Norma Foley, announced that initial project approval has been granted for a major extension to Knockanes NS and also confirmed approval to proceed to construction for Killarney Community College.

The new building project at Knockanes will provide the school community with a modern extension that will add two mainstream classrooms to the current campus. The extension will also include accommodation for a new special education teaching room.

Killarney Community College will now proceed to construction to provide for two, state-of-the-art special education classrooms.

“I am delighted to announce these significant building projects for Knockanes National School and Killarney Community College," Minister Foley said. "These two important building projects will greatly enhance the provision of education in the Killarney area and I look forward to seeing the progress of both projects and the many benefits they will bring to education provision in the local area.”

'One Man and His Dog'. I will be competing with the 2021 International Supreme Champion, 'North Hill Tess'."

RECORDING

The competition was recorded on the farm of Ceri and Phil Rundle, Bodfari, North Wales last month with top sheepdog trial handlers competing from Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales.

"We are very proud to be representing our country in this prestigious event," he added.

“'One Man and His Dog' began in 1976 and is the TV programme/competition that everyone associates with sheepdog trialling. It brings the skill and brilliance of the border collie to everyone’s attention from the '70s to current times."

After last year's win he said he was honoured to be asked to compete in this year's event and represent Ireland with 'North Hill Tess'.

"We had a great few days in Wales with the family and friends at the recording of the event. 'North Hill Tess' is a brilliant dog and she has taken myself and my family all over Ireland and the UK competing at the highest level over the past number of years. We are delighted to be appearing on this year's 'One Man and His Dog' programme and hope to be able to bring the trophy back to Ireland.”

TV APPEARANCE: Tom with his two daughters, Aoibhe and Kayleigh and his wife Mairead pictured on set for the BBC1 Countryfile programme.

Education Minister, Norma Foley

Michael Fassbender fails school audition

'BallyLife' to feature in new youth exhibition

| By Michelle Crean

A new photography exhibition next week will showcase the creative talents of young people from Ballyspillane.

'BallyLife' highlights their interest in photography and their local area and the result is a showcase which is intuitive, sometimes telling, but very creative in its originality. It builds on the work of Kerry Local Creative Youth Partnership at Kerry ETB to support child and youth creativity where access to creativity projects is most challenged in Kerry.

On Tuesday next (October 25), they'll hold an exhibition to show their work to the public from 3.30pm to 5pm at the eurÓg KDYS building in Fairhill Killarney.

The showcase will feature 12 works in progress and is open to the public to attend. Visitors will be treated to a range of photography skills and techniques including close ups, action shots, portraits and landscape images.

laboration with Ballyspillane Family Resource Centre to ensure that the project reached out into the heart of the community.

| By Michelle Crean

The students in St Brendan’s College who are preparing their second 'Halloween in The Sem' next week turned the Hollywood actor down for the role of a ghost.

The cameo appearance by the former Sem student was a publicity stunt on both TikTok and Instagram to get word out in support of the students' project as 'the most haunted school in Ireland'.

On the popular platform he appears in three short videos auditoning as ghost number 1, then 2 and eventually 15 - but still fails to make the grade.

Behind the scenes, the students were thrilled to get the acclaimed actor on board to help their project, drama teacher, Carol Hickson, told the Killarney Advertiser.

"He recorded a skit I wrote for him," she said, "auditioning to take part in our haunted school. It's had hundreds of views online."

Guests will get a guided tour through the scary corridors by two ghostbusters - and let's just say that there'll be plenty of bumps along the way.

Are the rumours of angry spirits true?

Do the dead really roam the corridors at night? Why have so many students disappeared? Are you brave enough to join them on the hunt and find out?

The haunting, which will include a scary

experience by 60 students of all ages, opens to the public next Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday (October 28 to 31).

"They have been busy making props such as coffins and headstones. The internal garden has been turned into a maze with a graveyard. And there'll be a few surprises along the way."

On Sunday (October 30) from 5-6pm there will be an Autism friendly hour.

"If interested, please ask for this hour when booking your tickets."

There is a limited number of tickets for each night so book yours early!

Tickets: Adult €7, Student/Child €5, Family of 5 €25. Book in advance on 064 6631021. Family Friendly (10+).

Follow the story on Instagram and Tiktok: @halloweeninthesem22.

The course was facilitated by Kerry Diocesan Youth Service, Ballyspillane Family Resource Centre and photographer Tara Donoghue and supported by Kerry Local Creative Youth Partnership and Kerry County Council.

“The BallyLife group show us a very robust quality of output. It is clear that very discerning eyes have been capturing their local area. We’re delighted to help them along their creative journey," Ann O’Dwyer, Director of Schools, Youth & Music at Kerry ETB, said.

The project has been guided by artist, educator and photographer Tara Donoghue who facilitated a series of workshops which brought the group together. Kerry Diocesan Youth Service worked in col-

“In working with this group of young people, it was great to see the excitement they had when creating a photograph. They were so proud of the work they have created, as they should be," Tara added.

The project was funded by Kerry Local Creative Youth Partnership and Kerry County Council’s Arts Office through the Creative Ireland Kerry Programme.

“Targeted youth engagement with creativity is important to grow community ownership and well-being. We are delighted to see this creative process, led by an artist, that enables self-expression and is a positive outlet for the young people involved. We look forward to seeing more of their work in the future," Kate Kennelly, Arts Officer and Creative Ireland Kerry Coordinator, said.

The show is highlighted on @kerrylcyp and on www.kerryetb.ie/creativity.

Advice for Fire Safety Week

The fire service will today (Friday) distribute fire safety leaflets in the town centre as part of Fire Safety Week.

Tomorrow (Saturday) they'll be running a fire safety demonstration from 12 to 2pm at Tesco Deer Park and all are welcome. Their advice to the public to keep your home safe is to clean your chimney and service heating systems at least once a year, test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms at least once a week, don’t leave candles, naked flames or cooking unattended, replace any faulty electrical appliances or get the repaired by a professional.

Plan an escape route in the event of a fire with at least two different exits and don’t dry clothes on or near heaters.

At night turn off all gas appliances, place a spark guard in front of open fires and unplug unnecessary electrical appliances.

Close all doors at night, as little as three minutes you could die from smoke inhalation.

Halloween is approaching, don’t use fireworks. Don’t use accelerants such as petrol, paraffin or diesel to start bonfires.

In the event of a fire “get out, stay out and call the fire brigade out” and dial, 999 or 112.

Stay safe from all at Kerry Fire and Rescue Service.

He may be an Oscar nominated actor - but Michael Fassbender failed to secure an acting job to haunt a local school.

SCARY: Getting ready to scare the community are students from The Sem, Jack O'Brien, Killian O'Gorman, Harry Bolger and Lucas Cronin.

CREATIVE: 'A Small Forest'. Photo J O'Brien

HAUNTED SCHOOL: Student Michale Pingo is ready to scare at the St Brendan’s College Haunted School next week.

When the world came to a standstill in 2020 due to the pandemic - local photographer Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan decided to document the challenges and help others - and last week she did just that.

| By Michelle Crean

Marie's book, 'Killarney Behind the Mask', features life during the initial days of COVID-19 and with the money raised she donated €7,000 worth of gift vouchers to hospital staff last week.

Nursing staff, redeployed nurses, health care attendants, domestic staff, supplies, portering, maintenance, physio and biomedical departments who received the gifts were ‘on the ground’ at the height of the pandemic.

Marie, a columnist and photographer with the Killarney Advertiser, also donated proceeds from the sale of the book to the Irish Cancer Society and Pieta House.

"Not only did she write this beautiful book, she spent the next year pushing

Marie delivers on a very special promise

sales and we received a substantial donation for all members of staff, unvaccinated at the time, amidst a global pandemic who were truly dedicated to their work at here at UHK," Margaret Griffin CNM, University Hospital Kerry, said.

"We were the people Marie chose to acknowledge. As Clinical Nurse Manager I was humbled to draw up that list.

Marie’s promise to us when she photographed many of the staff in UHK in April 2021, was that she would return with gift vouchers of appreciation from all who purchased her book from Killarney, Kerry, Ireland and beyond. Every member of this team was looked after. True to her word, Marie delivered 90 vouchers, from three Killarney establishments who supported her enthusiasm from

Muckross to feature in Neven's TV show

| By Michelle Crean

Popular celebrity TV chef Neven McGuire is set to feature Killarney in front of hundreds of thousands of viewers this December.

The Cavan native, known for his delicious recipes and dulcet tones, was in town this week filming for his Christmas cookery programme on RTÉ One.

He and his film crew were at Muckross Traditional Farms from Sunday to Wednesday with the majority of his programme shot in Quill's Farmhouse which was decorated in a 1930s Christmas theme. They also filmed in Kissane's

Farmhouse and he met many of the traditional Mná an Tí.

Neven is head chef and proprietor of the MacNean House and Restaurant and has published and launched several cookbooks and features regularly on television and radio.

Toddy Doyle Manager, Muckross Traditional Farms, said it was a pleasure to have him and his crew there.

"They were all an absolute pleasure to deal with," he told the Killarney Advertiser.

"They had 1930 decorations with candles made by traditional farm staff. Neven is very personable."

day one - Brícín Restaurant Killarney, O’Donoghue Ring Hotels and the International Hotel Killarney. Each voucher is to the value of €80 unless we decide to use it at the Killarney Plaza Hotel where an O'Donoghue Ring Hotel voucher will magically, almost double in value, at the hotel's Spa for a one hour treatment of our choice.

"On behalf of my hard working colleagues, I would like to say a huge thank you to Marie, to each and every person who supported and bought a copy of 'Behind the Mask' and to Mary O’Carroll for providing the link to University Hospital Kerry to receive this amazing gesture of kindness. We are truly overwhelmed," she said.

“It was baby steps all the way," Marie, who said she "was so excited to return to

UHK and deliver the goods" explained. "If I thought too much about the overall graft that writing a book entails, I might have run a mile! With restrictions in place, even if I wanted to, I couldn’t! Killarney is an amazingly generous town which I have had the great privilege to blow into from Roscrea, Co Tipperary. I thank each and every person, from the fiver to the five hundreds, every cent made this project happen."

There are still some copies available in Killarney Eason on Main Street, Kerry Catering Supplies at the Countess Shopping Centre, Carry Out Killarney, SuperValu Tralee and Carrig Road Service Station Roscrea, Co. Tipperary. It is also available online to purchase at Shop Prints — The Little Memory Gallery.

GIFT: Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan (right centre) visits the staff on the ground at UHK, the ICU Covid team of 2020, one of three beneficiaries resulting the sales of her book ‘Behind the Mask’, presenting staff with over €7,000 in gift vouchers. From l-r were: Paul McCarthy (Porter), Cora Walsh (CSSD), Catriona Hartnett (ICU Nurse), David Hobbart (Pharmacist), Donagh McSweeney (ICU Health Care Assistant), Mary O'Carroll (Phlebotomist), Margaret Griffin (CNM), Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan (Author/Photographer) and Dr Klaus Pollmann. Photo: Domnick Walsh

FILMING: A traditional Bean an Tí welcome for Master Chef, Neven Maguire, who met his match meeting all the Mná an Ti, at Quill's Farmhouse, Muckross Traditional Farms while filming for his Christmas programme this week. Pictured were: Bernie Lenihan, Mary Cahill, Julie Sheehan, Kathleen O'Mahony, Neven Maguire, Mike O'Connor (Farm Hand), Louise O'Dowd, Noreen Brosnan, Joan O'Connor, Mary Hickey, Toddy Doyle (Manager, Muckross Traditional Farms) and Túsa, resident Irish Wolfe Hound. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Champions Celtic find the perfect fit for top job

Kerry soccer kingpins Killarney Celtic FC have announced the appointment of a new manager to take charge of their pace-setting senior squad.

Long-time clubman Neilus Hayes takes up the role, replacing interim manager

Tim Jones while former boss Brian Spillane – the most successful manager in the modern era in Kerry – will continue in a coaching capacity.

Neilus, a Killarney native and an accomplished sportsman, played for and managed the team in the past and is no stranger to winning ways as he previously led Celtic to a KDL league title success.

His professional life as a qualified strength and conditioning coach and personal trainer will stand to him in great stead in his new role with the league and cup holders and Neilus also has a diploma that will enable him to deliver sports psychology to teams and individuals.

He is well-known in Killarney as the owner of specialist health and fitness company and gym B Well Fitness Club which he operates with his wife Edele Daly.

Brian Spillane, who masterminded Killarney Celtic FC’s unprecedented four-in-arow league and cup successes, stepped down as A team manager in August hav-

ing been at the helm for Celtic’s record run.

They romped to four Premier League crowns and four Greyhound Bar Cup successes in the past four seasons and they have advanced to the latter stages of provincial and national competitions.

Killarney Celtic Chairman, Tim Jones, said Neilus is an astute operator who has followed the current team as a supporter for many years and is very familiar with the players, coaching and backroom staff and the principals of the club.

“Following Brian’s decision to relinquish his position, it was very important that the club took time to find the right man to take this great team of lads forward. I am satisfied that we have found the perfect fit,” he said.

“We will have the best of both worlds going forward – an astute, professional experienced manager in Neilus with the continued support of Brian Spillane in terms of coaching and player development,” Jones added.

Table quiz in memory of Linda Eviston

| By Michelle Crean

Members of the Glenflesk community are holding a table quiz next Thursday (October 27).

The event, in Spillane’s Bar, begins at 8pm sharp and is in aid of Comfort for Chemo and in memory of Linda Lucey Eviston, originally from Curraglass. Tables of 4 (€40 per table) are invited to come along and test their knowledge to help raise funds for this very worthy

cause. Quizmaster on the night will be John (Twin) O’Donoghue, so a great night of fun and prizes are promised.

"The quiz is being held on the week that Linda’s husband Patrick is taking part in the Dublin City Marathon as he continues to raise money in memory of his beautiful wife Linda," one of the organisers, Rosie Healy, said.

Comfort for Chemo are currently fundraising €5 million to build and equip a state-of-the-art purpose built Chemotherapy Unit for the people of Kerry.

BONJOUR: Garrett Power, Muckross Park Hotel & Spa (fifth left) said "bonjour" on a recent trip to France when 34 top French luxury travel buyers attended a networking event organised by Tourism Ireland which took place on board a riverboat in central Paris. It was organised to highlight Ireland's luxury tourism offering to the key French luxury travel buyers in attendance. It involved a workshop of one-to-one meetings, a presentation, as well as networking. Also pictured were: Monica MacLaverty (Tourism Ireland, fourth right), and Irish tourism companies.

Works to begin on long- awaited pedestrian crossing

| By Michelle Crean

Work will begin next week on the construction of the long-awaited pedestrian crossing on Countess Road.

Cllr Brendan Cronin said that he has received confirmation from the Killarney

MD Roads Department that the works will progress.

The crossing is adjacent to the entrance to Countess Grove, Muckross Grove and Dromhale Close.

"Following a meeting with local residents in early 2019, I initiated the need for this crossing and have been working relentlessly on this important public

safety project," he told the Killarney Advertiser.

"I welcome the news that all matters have been agreed and finalised with adjacent land owners for the works to proceed."

He added that the requirement for a proper pedestrian crossing at this location is vital for the pedestrian safety of

this substantial residential area on a very busy road which also accesses a major primary school.

"I am delighted to have contributed €5,000 to this project and also wish to acknowledge the contributions from other members of the Municipal District."

CHANGEOVER: New Killarney Celtic FC Manager Neilus Hayes (right) pictured with chairman Tim Jones.

TABLE QUIZ: A table quiz will be held in Glenflesk next week in aid of Comfort for Chemo and in memory of Linda Lucey Eviston. Pictured were: Mary Kelly, Aileen Doherty, Jack O'Donoghue and Rosie Healy.

Strong support as film festival returns to in-person event

It was lights, camera and time to mingle at the official open ing of the Kerry International Film Festival (KIFF) yesterday evening (Thursday).

There was a fine crowd at the Randles Hotel for the first in-person event as COVID pushed the popular annual film festival online over the last few years. Celebrating its 23rd edition KIFF pro motes and showcases film and film making talent across 30+ events via a truly exciting programme that is not to be missed. This year’s festival will take place over this weekend across a series of venues throughout Killarney as well as showcasing a bespoke KIFF screen ing in Dingle on Sunday.

"As we have such an exciting few days of films and events ahead, it only feels right to start with a bang and open the festival with a sold out screening of 'Tarrac'," speaking at the opening cel

ebration for KIFF 2022, Eibh Collins, Programme Director, said.

"It is fantastic to see such strong sup port of not only a locally shot film, but also of an Irish language film! KIFF have worked hard to curate an exciting va riety of films and events across this year’s festival, there is something for everyone and we hope that the public enjoys it."

SCREENING

The opening night of the festival was followed by a screening of KIFF’s opening film for 2022, 'Tarrac' in the IMC Cinema in Killarney. Sold out in both Killarney and Dingle, this Irish language drama shot on location in Kerry, is directed by Declan Recks and

produced by Clíona Ní Bhuachalla. The cast attended the opening night gala screening at the IMC including Lor can Cranitch, Kate NicChonaonaigh, screenwriter Eugene O’Brien and di rector Declan Recks, and KIFF were de lighted to see the film being so warmly received.

KIFF recently announced Actress and Writer Amy Huberman as the KIFF 2022 Maureen O’Hara Award recipi ent.

Additional, Irish highlights across KIFF 2022 include, 'Million Dollar Pigeons', by Gavin Fitzgerald and the Galway Film Fleadh Award-Winner Lakelands. 'Lakelands' director's Robert Higgins and Patrick McGiveny and stars Eanna Hardwicke and Danielle Galligan will be attending the Q&A for Lakelands di rectly after the screening at IMC Cine ma Killarney which takes place at 6pm tomorrow (Saturday).

Additionally, over the three full days of the festival KIFF’s International Se lection hosts a themed selection of music documentaries which are spon sored by Tower Records Ireland and there is also a dedicated programme of Ukraine films titled ‘BE BRAVE LIKE UKRAINE’, curated by guest program mer Mira Oyetoro.

All of these films will be in competition for the prestigious KIFF 2022 Awards. The winners will be announced on Sun day at the official KIFF Awards ceremo ny which is very generously hosted by the Great Southern Killarney.

The ever-popular IFTA Business Net working Event will be hosted by the CEO of IFTA, Áine Moriarty, today (Fri day) at The Plaza Hotel, Killarney.

Additionally, an ‘In Conversation with Amy Huberman’ event will take place tomorrow (Saturday) at Randles Ho tel Killarney while Pat Shortt will be debuting his short film ‘Warts & All’ on Sunday (October 23) at The Great Southern Killarney’s cinema screening room.

Tickets, event registration and festival passes will be available to purchase from www.kerryfilmfestival.com.

Pictured at the official opening of the Kerry International Film Festival (KIFF) yesterday evening (Thursday) at the Randles Hotel were: Jessica Courtney Leen and Jennifer Courtney Leen.

Pictured at the official opening of the Kerry International Film Festival (KIFF) yesterday evening (Thursday) at the Randles Hotel were: Damian O'Callaghan (OC Productions) and Nathan Griffin.

OFFICIAL OPENING: At the official opening of the Kerry International Film Festival (KIFF) yesterday evening (Thursday) at the Randles Hotel were: Grace O’Donnell (Chair of KIFF), Eibh Collins (KIFF Programme Director), Bridget Fitzgerald (Economic Development Officer, KCC), Siobhan O’Sullivan (Screen Kerry) and Kate Kennelly (KCC Arts Officer).

Modern day musical to spark conversation on topical issues

Teens are hoping to spark conversation by focusing on daunting during their musical performance on the INEC stage next month.

| By Michelle Crean

'Prom Queen: The Jukebox Musical’ was written, created and stars 15-year-old Sinéad Greene, who is a Third Year student at Killarney Community College. Her school friend Rachel Griffin (17) is co-director, executive producer and also a lead actor.

The cast and crew include many local students and also students from outside Killarney such as Rathmore, Tralee and even as far as Cork and Limerick.

This youth project aims to raise awareness around the importance of mental health and the girls advise that viewer discretion is advised as it's rated 12+ due to explicit language, and focusing on themes such as bullying, domestic abuse, references to suicide and LGBTQ+ representation.

"The show hopes to shine a light on these topics and spark conversations about the many different stories portrayed in the plot of this production," Sinéad told the Killarney Advertiser.

"There is a witty approach to the daunting questions of the modern day, with a catchy soundtrack which has many great, recognisable hits!"

Sinead started writing Prom Queen when she was 11-years-old.

"It has been a huge part of my life since then."

LAUNCH

'Prom Queen' was officially launched on social media on June 15, 2021. Its official premiere took place in the form of a virtual concert on August 27, the same year.

"We gathered a group of 12 girls attend-

ing Killarney Community College, St. Brigid’s Secondary School and Intermediate School Killorglin."

Next stop is the INEC - something she only dreamed of when she first put pen to paper.

"Now we're here, a year after the official launch, and we're planning a fully staged production on the INEC stage in Killarney on November 21 and a show for schools on November 22."

Just two weeks ago, the cast had the amazing opportunity to perform at the Stories of Change Festival held in conjunction with Iveragh Learning Landscapes in Waterville.

"We are working in conjunction with MACademy, a local theatre organisation that provide the pupils with masterclasses and guidance.

“We performed a selection of songs from the show, which was thoroughly enjoyed by the audience. It was amazing to see the cast in costume and see everything coming together and we are now more excited than ever for November 21,” Rachel said.

They have also set up a GoFundMe page to help raise funds to cover the costs of venue hire, lighting, props, costumes, sound and stage design amongst many other things.

However, they are still urgently looking for local businesses to donate to their raffle.

"Any prizes, big or small, would be greatly appreciated!"

Tickets for the show are now available on eventbrite. For further information please visit promqueenthemusical. wordpress.com.

TOPICAL: Teens are hoping to touch on topical issues in 'Prom Queen: The Jukebox Musical’ on the INEC stage next month.

The incoming winter might seem never ending for many elderly in our community - but one charity is helping to break the loneliness through companionship.

ALONE, the charity that supports older people to age at home is urgently calling for volunteers in the Killarney area for their befriending service.

Their Support and Befriending service is designed to reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness, provide assistance to solve everyday problems and enable older people to feel secure at home. The service matches older people who would like extra social contact with volunteers in their area, who provide companionship through a weekly visit. They ask that all volunteers commit to at least one year to give the volunteer the opportunity to have a meaningful experience while ensuring continuity of service for older people.

One kind-hearted local woman, Elaine Shine, became a volunteer with ALONE as she wanted to do something to help others.

"As I was registered with Kerry Volunteer Centre, I received an email last October that ALONE were looking for volunteers," Elaine, who works at the Killarney Advertiser, said.

"I applied and began the process with them. It took just a simple class during the pandemic, filling out a garda vetting form and talking to the relevant people at ALONE to determine who would be best suited to match with me."

Not long after Elaine was matched with a local lady whom she visited once a week for two hours in the evening.

"We sit, have a cuppa and chat about everything and anything. This means so much to my lady as she has no family or close friends here in Ireland. Her sister and extended family live in the USA and England. She has one other person calling to take her for a drive or some shopping

HELPING OTHERS: Elaine Shine is a volunteer with Alone for the Killarney area. Photo: Michelle Crean

as she is in her 80s and wouldn’t feel comfortable driving to some places as it is too busy with other cars and people. These visits mean the world to her and she would have the cups and plates ready, and be waiting for me to get there after work," she said.

"There are many, like my lady, who are alone the majority of the time, if not all the time, and feel so isolated from the world. It only takes one to two hours per week and is very rewarding. They may need help with technology, or help to make lists of things to get them through the winter, help to book or pay for something online and many other things."

Volunteers must be over 18 years of age, and be able to provide support and companionship to an older person by visiting them at least once a week. To become a volunteer, contact volunteer@alone.ie who will link you in with the local Volunteer Support Officer.

"We sit, have a cuppa and chat about everything"

KINDNESS: Hugh Gleeson (Manager of BOI Killarney) presented a cheque for €700 from their recent fundraising coffee morning to Pat Doolan (Kerry Hospice Killarney branch). Also pictured are staff Tom Keane, Alicia Cronin, Mary Ann Sullivan, Aileen Courtney, Denise Doolan, Seamus O'Sullivan, Mary O'Leary, Gillian Twiss and Mary O'Donnell.

‘DO NOT

– REFURBISH’ FOR A FRACTION OF THE COST!

Kids go bananas for fitness initiative

| By Michelle Crean

Two Killarney schools have been going bananas as a fitness initiative resumed in their school following a two-year break.

The children in both Kilgobnet National School, Beaufort and St Oliver’s Primary School, Ballycasheen were amongst the first to host the popular children’s fitness initiative ‘Fit Squad’ as it resumed its programme of in-person school visits following a break during COVID. Delivered by Irish fitness expert Tom Dalton and supported by Fyffes, the vis-

its saw over 240 pupils participate in the active workout which included advice on healthy eating, demonstrations of exercises young people should do and tips on how to use leisure time to stay physically fit.

Continuing until next March, it is expected that some 7,500 pupils nationwide will participate in the interactive fitness sessions, adding to the over-20,000 pupils who have taken part in it since it was first launched in 2018.

Schools interested in receiving a similar visit can find details online at www.fyffesfitsquad.ie.

Pupils' GOAL is to help those in need

Their GOAL on Friday was to help those in need around the world - and they did just that by donning their favourite jerseys.

| By Michelle Crean

One school who got in on the act to raise funds for humanitarian aid agency GOAL was Coolick NS in Kilcummin.

The pupils and staff did their bit by ditching the usual school gear for the day and €250 funds raised will now help the aid agency to fund their life-saving work with vulnerable communities all over the world.

"We are a four-teacher school in Coolick, Kilcummin with just over one hundred pupils," teacher Fiona McSweeney told the Killarney Advertiser.

"We have been taking part in GOAL Jersey Day since October 2020. We had seen Jersey Day as an opportunity to bring the whole school and pre-school together to support a worthy cause es-

pecially in a time of crisis, in the midst of the COVID pandemic. Jersey Day brought awareness to global issues and with that gave the pupils an opportunity to support those in most need. Sport is a huge part of our school and the pupils love wearing their jerseys each year," she added.

Funds raised from GOAL Jersey Day will go towards the agency's life changing work in emergency response, health, nutrition, and livelihoods in 15 countries. Last year alone, GOAL reached more than 18.5 million people with life-changing support in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and more recently in Ukraine, with humanitarian aid being delivered to people impact by the ongoing conflict.

JERSEY DAY: Pupils from Coolick National School in Kilcummin took part in the GOAL Jersey Day on Friday.

BANANAS: Pupils from St Oliver's enjoyed their recent fitness and nutrition tips as part of the Fyffe's 'Fit Squad' challenge.

FIT: The children in Kilgobnet National School have been taking part in the Fyffe's 'Fit Squad'.

BEEP BEEP WEEK: Children and staff were delighted when Garda Gillian MacEoin, Garda Orla O'Shea and Garda Omar Fitzell, paid a visit to Maggie's Montessori Preschool in Glenflesk, giving a talk on road safety in conjunction with 'Beep Beep Week'.

MACademy is creating a very talented bunch!

Unique performing arts school The MACademy empowers its students to grow and develop as they discover new skills and interests.

Founded by Lily MacMonagle and located in the heart of Killarney town, it is the place to be if music, theatre and drama is what you want this year.

The school runs weekly classes every Thursday, consisting of 45 minutes of dance, 45 minutes of drama, and 45 minutes of singing from four to 18 years of age.

"As a passionate performing arts school, we take great pride in every course we teach," Lily told the Killarney Advertiser.

"We have a highly interactive and engaging teaching style that has made us an extremely popular performing arts school.

The students train all year to perfect all three talents whilst working towards their 'MACademy Show'."

Term two begins on November 10 and if you would like to book in just visit www. themacademy.ie or call Lily on 087 6296152.

"We also have a MAC Babies Parent and Toddler music class every Tuesday and Thursday down in The Ross Golf Course. Our next six week course begins on Octo-

ber 25 and 27. Booking can be made on our website."

MIDTERM BREAK

'Camp MACademy' will run for the midterm break from November 1 to 4 in The Holy Cross School.

"This musical camp welcomes kids and young adults who are ready to engage in a fun musical and dramatic experience. We offer an incredible variety of programmes and activities, music, drama and dance, with some arts and crafts and games thrown in for good measure. We have top-of-the-line facilities and qualified staff who are committed to the enjoyment and safety of all our MACademers. This Halloween we will be focusing on all things ghoulish, with music from some of our favourite's like 'The Nightmare Before Christmas', 'Hocus Pocus', 'The Addams Family' and 'Rocky Horror Picture Show'. For pricing and times please email themacademypa@gmail. com or visit our website www.themacademy.ie.

Double delight for Gneeveguilla as they reach All-Ireland

| By Michelle Crean

It’s been many years since Gneeveguilla contested an All-Ireland but they will once again on the double next month.

On Sunday night there was great excitement in Cappamore Community Centre in Limerick, when Gneeveguilla were announced Munster Scor na nÓg Champions in the solo singing and set dancing categories. Now they're getting ready to travel to Castlebar next month for the All-Ireland for Scór Sinsir.

Kerry clubs haven't competed in Munster Scór Sinsear since 2019 due to COVID.

“It’s a huge achievement for any club to win one discipline in Senior Scór but the double is tremendous," Anne Holland, East Kerry Scór Officer, told the Killarney Advertiser.

"We in East Kerry are very proud of our set dancers and singer, Mark O'Leary. Having advanced as superb county champions last week in Currow, we knew that they would be in with a great chance at Munster. It’s not easy trying to get a dance troupe together especially

with college and work etc."

All-Ireland Fleadh dancing coach Marie Sheehan has put in trojan work with the dancers and they will be dancing the Caledonian set. Some of these dancers have All-Ireland Fleadh medals under their belts with Sliabh Luachra; Joan Brosnan, Kellie O'Sullivan, Rachel McGillicuddy, Aisling McGillicuddy, Kieran Browne, Conor Crowley, Cathal Collins and Paudie Murphy.

Mark O'Leary is also no stranger to the stage, participating for his beloved club, in Scór na bPaistí and Scór na nÓg, winning many accolades.

"He will sing 'The Hills Around Listowel' and lift the roof with his rendering voice.

Joan Brosnan, Scór Officer, is a busy lady as one of the victorious dancers and organising the All-Ireland travel arrangements to Castlebar next month," she said.

"The club is very proud of the participants and the excitement is building. No doubt the club colours will be decorated all over the village and surrounding areas. Wishing them every good wish in the Theatre Royal on November 12 and hopefully going that one step closer to All-Ireland glory."

PERFORMING: Children from the MACademy Performing Arts School pictured performing on stage.

SET DANCERS: Gneeveguilla Scór members won Munster titles on the double in set dancing and solo singing in Cappamore, Limerick on Sunday. Pictured were: Joan Brosnan (Scór Officer), Kellie O'Sullivan, Rachel McGillicuddy, Aisling McGillicuddy, Kieran Browne, Conor Crowley, Cathal Collins and Paudie Murphy with Ger Ryan (Chairman of Munster Council), Margaret Whelan (Chairperson of Coiste Scor na Mumhan) and Marie Sheehan (Mentor).

SOLO: Ger Ryan and Margaret Whelan with Mark O'Leary who won a Munster title for his solo singing in Cappamore, Limerick on Sunday.

Fearless leaders speak about personal adversity

There was full attendance at the KDYS in Fairhill on Thursday during a discussion on youth mental heath in Ireland.

It was hosted by the KDYS and included and expert panel including Roisin Clarke CEO of Mental Health Reform Ireland; Senator Tom Clonan who has campaigned against gender discrimination, sexual violence against women and is an advocate for children and young people with disabilities, Dr Brigid Quilligan, Manager of Kerry Travellers Health and Community Development Project and spokesperson for the Traveller community, Ian O’Connell, well known Killarney native, inspirational young person and presenter on Radio Kerry.

‘Spotlight on Youth Mental Health – Living Without Limits’ was part of the Kerry Mental Health and Well-being Festival, according to Berni Smyth, CEO of KDYS.

Berni opened the discussion by describing the panel as ‘fearless leaders who have faced personal adversity, challenged stereotypes, questioned societal norms and shone a light on injustice’.

"The panel spoke about the current challenges and opportunities in Ireland to support youth mental health to a packed audience of young people, KDYS partner organisations, KDYS staff and volunteers and members of the public," she explained.

"The panel talked about their individual motivations for speaking out on behalf of others, the importance of being hon-

est about our own mental health and creating safe spaces for young people to express themselves."

Roisin Clarke, CEO of Mental Health Reform Ireland referred to the commitment of an additional €72.8 million to mental health services in Budget 2023 and reform of the Mental Health Act 2001.

Critically, the appointment of a dedicated HSE youth mental health lead role will assist with the governance and oversight of mental health services for young people and will ensure that the role of the vol-

Eight fights earns four golds for Wilson

| By Michelle Crean

Not many can say that they've won four golds in just one day - but a local Jiu-Jitsu instructor now can!

Wilson Da Silva from Movement & Fitness Club & BJJ Killarney had a busy weekend in England at the London International Open 2022 Jiu-Jitsu Championship.

This big and popular tournament run by International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) in Crystal Palace each year brings the world's best Jiu-Jitsu competitors.

For Wilson it wasn't the first time competing in this tournament as he took golds in London Fall before, but this year he not only won, but managed to win four golds in one day.

During the day he fought eight times and won them all; first in the GI in his own category, followed by GI Open Class where he fought some tough ultra heavy opponents - and repeated it all again in the NO GI.

Silva is extremely dedicated, not only towards his own training, but also towards his students who are driven by his pas-

untary community sector in supporting youth mental health is recognised. Dr Brigid Quilligan explained that there is still a stigma within some parts of the Traveller community to open up about mental health. Ian O’Connell and Senator Clonan agreed that it can be particularly challenging for men to admit they need support with mental health and said that using their platform on this issue had given other men permission to admit they need support. Ian emphasised the importance of ‘reaching out when you need to’.

"The session ended with questions and comments from the audience. Seamus Whitty, Youth Development Officer from KETB, reflected on how powerful the simplest exchange between a supportive adult and young person can be."

Berni thanked the panellists for their contribution to a ‘thought-provoking and hopeful’ morning and asked the audience to continue to lobby local politicians and ministers to review the disappointing 1.6% allocation to youth work in the recent budget.

sion, determination and hard work and want to follow his footsteps. They too want to join many Jiu-Jitsu tournaments and get the same amazing outcome.

"I am extremely proud and happy to be representing Killarney and our club BJJ

Killarney all over the world," Wilson told the Killarney Advertiser. "For the first time in my BJJ career I won four gold medals in one day and it feels amazing. Next stop Rome for the Europeans!"

EXPERT PANEL: CEO of KDYS Berni Smyth (left), welcomes an expert panel to KDYS Killarney for the Kerry Mental Health and Well-being Festival. From l-r were: Senator Tom Clonan Ian O’Connell, Dr Brigid Quilligan (Manager of Kerry Travellers Health and Community Development Project and spokesperson for the Traveller community) and Roisin Clarke (CEO of Mental Health Reform Ireland). Photo: Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan

GOLD: Wilson Da Silva (centre) won four gold medals at the London International Open 2022 Jiu-Jitsu Championship at the weekend.

Volunteers honoured for tireless charity work

They give their time generously to a very worthy cause, so it was no surprise that two local volunteers received an award on Sunday.

| By Michelle Crean

The duo, Killarney's Pat Doolan and Rathmore's Julett Culloty, are very actively involved in the Kerry Hospice Foundation (KHF) charity activities and were recognised for their great work at the Volunteers Recognition Afternoon in the Meadowlands Hotel Tralee on Sunday. They were nominated by the Killarney Hospice Branch.

"Some of our wonderful volunteers were honoured for their wonderful and tireless work," PRO of the KHF, Andrea O'Donoghue, said.

"Jack Shanahan opened proceedings where he told all that in the last number of years a whopping €12 million has been raised. Deirdre Walsh, our ambassador, was MC for the day. We are very lucky in the Kerry Hospice Foundation to have amazing volunteers who are so committed to the cause. The biggest cheer of the day went to Mary Daly of Cahersiveen

who, at the age of 92, is still involved in local coffee mornings and hospice events in her local area. A big thank you to all in the Meadowlands who went to huge effort for the day out and sponsored all the refreshments on the day, also to the

Lots of laughs at Courtneys

There promises to be a lot of laughs in Courtney's Bar next Thursday (October 27) with comedian Colum McDonnell's live show.

The Dundalk native has appeared in RTÉ's 'The Savage Eye' and 'Bridget and Eamon' as hapless friend ‘Fierce Handy Frank’. He also headlines festivals.

The comedian and actor is best known for his television appearances and writing credits on the IFTA nominated satirical RTÉ sketch show ‘Irish Pictorial Weekly’. His comedy festival appearances include the Kilkenny Cat Laughs, The Vodafone Comedy Festival and the Edinburgh International Comedy Festival.

Colum has been described as having ‘the intelligence of Arsene Wenger, the looks of Che Guevara and the accent of Jim Corr’.

Doors open at 8.30pm on the night.

amazing foundation so I was truly honoured to get an award. It was a special day for all Kerry Hospice volunteers."

Pat said that he felt "honoured" to have been nominated by his peers.

"I feel privileged to be a volunteer with such a great organisation."

CHRISTMAS CARDS

This year's Christmas Card selection were also unveiled by Ciara Griffin at the event.

Ciara is a former Munster and Ireland Rugby Captain and recently took part in RTÉ's Ultimate Hell Week, and nominated Kerry Hospice as her chosen charity for which the charity is truly thankful.

"This year we enlisted the help of artists around the county to come up with creative designs for the collection," Andrea said.

"We were delighted with the response which garnered about 40 entries so it was a difficult task to whittle down the number to the 10 we unveiled. We really appreciate the artists allowing us use their work."

She added that the project would not be as successful as it is without the incredible support of Kerry Group who generously sponsor the production of the cards.

"We were delighted to have Tony Bergin from Kerry Group in attendance."

O'Shea family for entertaining us as always a great support to the foundation." "Every volunteer across the county works so hard and gives of their time so freely," Julett told the Killarney Advertiser. "I love being able to help out for such an

Most of the artists were present at the launch and included Kevin Barry, Linda Browne, Judy Cantillon, Jane Hilliard, Theresa Horan, Mary McSweeney, Maureen O'Mahony and Kate Shanahan.

"We are confident the cards will be popular again this year - a pack of 10 cards costs €7 and will be available from Kerry Hospice branch members and at various outlets throughout the county."

New book on the historical writings of Killarney priest

Killarney history will feature in a new book that will be launched in the Heights Hotel next Tuesday night (October 25).

'Seanchas Cathaoir Ó Braonáin’ is a 290 page compilation of the writings of Cahersiveen native Fr Charles Brennan (1875-1937). He was professor in St Brendan’s Seminary, Killarney for nine years.

As a Gaelic activist he helped found Craobh na nÁirne of the Gaelic League and edit the famed monthly ‘Loch Léin’. Writing under his pen-name ‘Óisí’, he achieved national acclaim. As curate in Tralee (1907-1914) he became actively involved with the Volunteers with the result that Dublin Castle insisted on him being transferred from the county capital.

Enroute to his Castletownbere Parish 'Small' Jer O’Leary presented him with a rifle in Killarney’s Railway Station. He did so on behalf of the Tralee Volunteers as their parting gift to their leader.

The new book is researched and published by Mícheál Ó Raghallaigh who is a member of Killarney’s Conradh na Gaeilge for 40 years.

His compendium of 'Óisín’s' poetry, musical compositions and writings in both English and Irish will be launched by Fr Tom Looney in The Heights Hotel on Tuesday at 8.30pm.

WELL DESERVED: Volunteers with the Kerry Hospice Foundation, Pat Doolan and Julett Culloty, received an award on Sunday for their great work with the charity.

BOOK LAUNCH: Fr Tom Looney will launch ‘Seanchas Cathaoir Ó Braonáin’ in the Heights Hotel next week.

LIVE SHOW: Comedian Colum McDonnell will play a live gig in Courtney’s Bar next Thursday night (October 27).

FRIDAY

OCTOBER 21st

CAFE DU PARC

11AM - 9PM

Funky Brunch. Listen to soulful tunes by our resident DJ while enjoying an extensive brunch menu at Café du Parc

9PM - 12:30AM

Café du Parc at Dark. Enjoy moreish dishes with friends and enjoy seasonal cocktails in an intimate and funky setting

GLENEAGLE INEC

7:30PM - 10:30PM

Pillow Queens will performe at the Gleneagle INEC Arena. Tickets €24.90

O'DONOGHUE

PUBLIC HOUSE

7.45PM - 2AM

Rocking Jimmy & Tracey Live.

O’Donoghue Public House is a place to enjoy a creamy pint while taking in the local tunes

SCRUFFY'S

7:30PM - 2AM

Late-night venue comes alive with a party atmosphere, welcoming live music with some of the best DJs and musicians

SATURDAY

OCTOBER 22nd

CAFE DU PARC

11AM - 9PM

Funky Brunch. Listen to soulful tunes by our resident DJ while enjoying an extensive brunch menu at Café du Parc

9PM - 12:30AM

Café du Parc at Dark. Enjoy moreish dishes with friends and enjoy seasonal cocktails in an intimate and funky setting

GLENEAGLE INEC

7:30PM - 10PM

The Handyman is hilariously funny, yet a poignant poetic look at small-town life in rural Ireland. Seamus O’Rourke will performe at INEC. Tickets €18.85

9PM - 12AM Dance the night away with Derek Ryan in the Gleneagle Ballroom. Tickets €20

O'DONOGHUE

PUBLIC HOUSE

7:45PM - 2AM

Rocking Jimmy & Tracey Live.

O’Donoghue Public House is a place to enjoy a creamy pint while taking in the local tunes

PLAZA'S PIANO BAR

9PM - 11PM

Our bar brings class with it’s beautiful interiors, and views of Killarney Park, enjoy melodies from our Resident Piano Bar

SCRUFFY'S

7:30PM - 2AM

Late-night venue comes alive with a party atmosphere, welcoming live music with some of the best DJs and musicians

SUNDAY

OCTOBER 23rd

CAFE DU PARC

11AM - 9PM

Funky Brunch. Listen to soulful tunes by our resident DJ while enjoying an extensive brunch menu at Café du Parc

9PM - 12:30AM

Café du Parc at Dark. Enjoy moreish dishes with friends and enjoy seasonal cocktails in an intimate and funky setting

O'DONOGHUE

PUBLIC HOUSE

1PM - 3PM

O’Donoghue Public House is a place to experience local tunes. Bring your own instrument and join the Craic agus Ceol

9PM - 11PM

Rocking Jimmy & Tracey Live. O’Donoghue Public House is a place to enjoy a creamy

pint while taking in the local tunes

SCRUFFY'S

2PM - 8PM

Late-night venue comes alive with a party atmosphere, welcoming live music with some of the best DJs and musicians

MONDAY

OCTOBER 24th

GLENEAGLE INEC

9:30PM - 11:30PM

Dancing with Dermot Lyons in the Gleneagle Ballroom. Tickets €10

O'DONOGHUE

PUBLIC HOUSE

9:30PM - 11:30PM

Rocking Jimmy & Tracey Live.

O’Donoghue Public House is a place to enjoy a creamy pint while taking in the local tunes

SCRUFFY'S

9:30PM - 11:30PM

Late-night venue comes alive with a party atmosphere, welcoming live music with some of the best DJs and musicians

TUESDAY OCTOBER 25th

O'DONOGHUE

PUBLIC HOUSE

9:30PM - 11:30PM

Rocking Jimmy & Tracey Live.

O’Donoghue Public House is a place to enjoy a creamy pint while taking in the local tunes

SCRUFFY'S

9:30PM - 11:30PM

Late-night venue comes alive with a party atmosphere, welcoming live music with some of the best DJs and musicians

WEDNESDAY

OCTOBER 26th

GLENEAGLE INEC

9:30PM - 11:30PM

Dancing with Peter Burke in the Gleneagle Ballroom. Tickets €10

O'DONOGHUE PUBLIC HOUSE

9:30PM - 11:30PM

Rocking Jimmy & Tracey Live.

O’Donoghue Public House is a place to enjoy a creamy pint while taking in the local tunes

SCRUFFY'S

7:30PM - 9:30PM

Late-night venue comes alive with a party atmosphere, welcoming live music with some of the best DJs and musicians

THURSDAY

OCTOBER 27th

GLENEAGLE INEC

9:30PM - 11:30PM

Susan McCann's show in The INEC CLUb will be a unique opportunity for you to hear her. Tickets €27.90

9:30PM - 11:30PM

Dance with Checkers in the Gleneagle Ballroom. Tickets €10

O'DONOGHUE PUBLIC HOUSE

9:30PM - 11:30PM

Rocking Jimmy & Tracey Live.

O’Donoghue Public House is a place to enjoy a creamy pint while taking in the local tunes

SCRUFFY'S

9:30PM - 11:30PM

Late-night venue comes alive with a party atmosphere, welcoming live music with some of the best DJs and musicians

Fierce excitement as Sam pays a visit to Montessori school

Cheers of delight could be heard throughout the Montessori House of Children on Rock Road on Monday when a very spe cial Sam turned up for a visit.

The youngsters - who would have never seen the Sam McGuire cup before - were very excited to finally get their hands on it.

Carol Dempsey from the Montessori House of Children, said that it was "well worth the wait"!

"We'd like to thank Gavin White for taking time out of his busy day to come to visit us and to bring the Sam Maguire cup with

him," she said.

"I’ll bet it has never had such close scru tiny - inside and out - we discovered that it was shiny and reflective and cold to touch and very heavy! I don’t think that Gavin had spotted some of those prop erties until today. It’s amazing what one sees when something is almost your own size!"

Pure Serenity Package

Winter Warmer

Call of the Wild - wet weather included!

The inaugural ‘Call of the Wild’ autumn gathering in Killarney National Park last weekend, was a resounding success as up to one hundred people came to witness nature at its best.

The rain and thunder didn’t deter the enjoyment of the many activities led by a team of dedicated and passionate Conservation Rangers led by Danny O’Keeffe, District Conservation Officer, NPWS. Autumn in Killarney National Park, in particular the month of October, is considered the most amazing time to observe the Irish Red deer activity during the annual rutting season. The renowned native Irish Red deer are the largest and only native species with a continuous presence in Ireland since the end of the last Ice Age (c.10,000 BC). The audible bellows and tribal behaviour is fascinating. More than one hundred people, some travelling long distances for Saturday and Sunday morning's Dawn Watch, led by Conservation

Ranger NPWS, Padruig O’Sullivan, were treated to a fascinating performance by the Irish Red deer stags as they gathered their hinds in Knockreer Estate.

REMEMBERING PAUDIE

The weekend also featured the Inaugural Paudie O’Leary Lecture. Paudie was the Head Conservation Ranger at Killarney National Park, and sadly passed away unexpectedly in August 2012. His gentle presence has left a huge void among his work colleagues, family and people of Killarney. His knowledge and love of the National Park was incredible. To honour Paudie’s memory, Divisional Manager Killarney National Park, Eamonn Meskell, delivered the Inaugural Paudie O’Leary Lecture at Killarney House Auditorium. In a very personal delivery, Eamonn showed a set of images taken by Paudie of his life and work in Killarney National Park. Members of Paudie’s family attended the lovely event including his wife, Geraldine O’Leary, daughters, Sinead O'Leary, Bríd O'Leary, Muireann O'Leary, family members, Mary Horan, Noreen O'Sullivan, and Eileen Moran. His former work colleagues, Peter O'Toole, Paschal Dower, John O'Connor,

Tim Burkett and Brendan O'Shea, Dan Kelleher, Paddy O’Sullivan and Áine Ní Shúilleabháin.

Children attending the Scavenger Hunt at Knockreer Education Centre, though drenched, had a fantastic time collecting and identifying fallen leaves and nuts. The Autumn Night Watch led by Conservation Ranger NPWS Sean Forde, drew a dedicated group of people, they were shown native bats, Sika hinds and stags, and listened to bellowing of the Irish Red stag.

Sunday's discussion group at Muckross School House, was facilitated by Chief Executive Kerry County Council, Moira Murrell, and Conservation Rangers NPWS, Mary Sheehan, Padruig O’Sullivan and Sean Forde, disused their work within the 10,000 hectares encompassing Killarney National Park, covering a diverse range of subjects, the importance of ecology, preserving the ancient oak and yew woodlands - the most extensive covering of native forest of international importance, the famous Lakes of Killarney, the future of the Park and changes of their roles over the past 40 years.

GET THOSE BROLLIES READY: Rain and wind didn’t deter enjoyment of the Dawn Watch at Knockreer, Killarney National Park ‘Call of the Wild’ autumn gathering weekend. From left: Loreto O’Leary, Martin Ashe, Creag Power, Tara Monaghan and Lynn Cooney. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

HONOURING PAUDIE: At the Inaugural Paudie O’Leary Lecture, were members of the late Paudie O’Leary’s family. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

WATCHING: Holly Adare (left) and Fiona Gillespie, Ecology students, enjoying the Dawn Watch at Knockreer. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

Divisional Manager Killarney National Park, Eamonn Meskell (sitting centre), Peter O’Toole, Paschal Dower, John O’Connor. Standing: Tim Burkett and Brendan O’Shea. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

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HEALTH & FITNESS

Advice - By Angela Kerrisk

Angela is available for advice and fitness consultations, at info@activate.ie • www.activate.ie

Make small changes to move in the right direction

Exercise appears to get a lot of attention when it comes to fat loss and while training is important, we must also consider four other factors in order to break through plateaus.

It's what we call the 'Fat Loss Hierarchy'

• Nutrition

• Sleep

• Stress

• Daily movement

• Training

Each of these factors affect the other, and in order to get the best results it’s important to optimise each of these areas. If one or more of these areas are lagging, that could be the reason why you aren’t seeing the results that you expected to see.

NUTRITION

• What you eat and how much of it are the most important factors when it comes to fat loss.

• Keeping it simple and consistent are key to reaching your weight loss goals.

• Eat breakfast every day, skipping meals can lead to overeating later in the day.

• Adding a source of lean or low-fat protein to each meal and snack will help keep you feeling full longer so you're less likely to overeat.

• Keep hydrated and aim to drink at least 2 litres of water daily.

• Where possible look for whole grain and whole food options‚ you will add much needed fibre and will fill up faster so you're more likely to eat a reasonable portion.

SLEEP

Sleep is the cornerstone for optimal health, and when you are short on sleep it affects everything from mood, hormones, stress levels, appetite, willpower, energy, the ability to train hard and recover well, and so much more. Have you ever noticed how your cravings for carbohydrates and sweets increase when you are tired? It's not a coincidence. When you don't get enough sleep your body craves quick energy, which can sap your willpower. When it comes to being able to make healthy nutrition choices, this is a double whammy. If you find that you’re frequently getting less than seven hours of sleep per night, there is a good chance that this is hindering your fat loss.

STRESS

Between jobs, partners, kids, and

everything else that makes up our unique lives, we seem to be dealing with extremely high levels of stress all of the time. Some stress is necessary, and even a good thing, but too much of it for longer periods of time will cause problems. It can prevent us from getting enough sleep and contribute to emotional eating when it comes to fat loss. Not only that, but the body perceives intense training as a form of stress, and when you start piling stress on top of stress, it can affect your fat loss efforts.

Try some simple ways to destress, it may be a five-minute guided meditation, lying down to snuggle your pup for 10 minutes, taking a 15-minute leisurely walk, or spending 20 minutes in a warm bath reading a book. Whatever you choose, do your best to incorporate one of these into your day. On some days, it could be something as simple as taking 10 deep belly breaths, and softening your shoulders and jaw.

DAILY MOVEMENT

Surprisingly, the majority of people who train four to five times per week are still sedentary. Most people sit for eight hours or more each day, which makes them quite inactive. Move your body at every given opportunity. Take the stairs, park farther away from the shops, take a daily walk.

TRAINING

Training is important for things like preserving and building muscle, fixing imbalances, gaining confidence, improving bone density, and keeping your heart healthy, just to name a few benefits. More muscle mass means more calories burnt at rest, and the energy expenditure of training certainly contributes to the bottom line. When working towards fat loss, it’s so important to look at the process as a “team effort” with your team being nutrition, sleep, stress control, daily movement, and training. If you can make small improvements to the ones that are lagging, you will reap big rewards because they all work best when they work together. Remember, everything counts!

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

Surveillance in the workplace

You have a right to privacy in the workplace.

However, your right to privacy is balanced against your employer’s rights to run their business and protect their company.

Your employer has an interest in protecting their business, reputation, resources and equipment. To do this, they may want to monitor your use of email, Internet and phone. They may also want to use CCTV to monitor your workplace.

When your employer collects, uses or stores information about you – including monitoring emails, Internet use or using a CCTV system – they must comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Irish Data Protection Act 2018.

Monitoring emails and Internet use

Your employer should give you their policy on email and Internet use in the workplace, including the use of social media. This is known as an Acceptable Usage Policy (AUP). The AUP should clearly describe how much you can use company devices for your own personal or private communication. If your employer is monitoring your email and Internet use, they must tell you their reasons for doing this.

They must tell you:

• Who is monitoring you

• What they are monitoring

• How they are monitoring you

• When they are monitoring you They must also tell you the procedures for how and when you will be told if you break the rules for Internet and email use, and how you can respond to these claims.

Is the monitoring necessary, legitimate and proportionate?

If your employer wants to monitor your Internet use or emails, it must be:

Necessary

Your employer must be sure that monitoring is necessary. They should consider less intrusive ways of supervising you before deciding on monitoring. For example, blocking websites would be less intrusive - and generally more acceptable - than monitoring your Internet search history.

Legitimate

The monitoring should have a legal basis. For example, to make sure employees are not using the Internet to download pornography, or to disclose confidential company information to people outside the organisation.

Proportionate

Your employer’s monitoring must be proportionate to the risk of the perceived threat. Proportionality means it must be fair, measured and reasonable in terms of its objectives. Monitoring

all of your emails to make sure you are not passing on confidential information about the company would not be proportionate. However, monitoring your emails using an automated system to scan for viruses would probably be considered be proportionate.

Telling you when there is a concern

Your employer should tell you immediately if they believe you are misusing electronic communications, unless there are important reasons for continuing the monitoring. Your employer can use software such as pop-up warning windows to let you know that you are misusing the company’s systems.

Using CCTV in the workplace

If your employer has CCTV in your workplace, they must display signs telling you where the cameras are located.

The signs should be easy to read, welllit and positioned in places where they can be easily seen. The signs should also give contact details for someone you can discuss the processing of your data with. This could be, for example, the owner of the premises or the security company operating the CCTV system.

Your employer must clearly state why they are using CCTV if it is not obvious. For example, placing a camera at the entrance of a building to detect intruders is obvious. However, if your employer is using CCTV to monitor your behaviour or performance, this is not obvious and the employer must tell you before recording for these reasons. Similarly, if CCTV is installed for health and safety reasons, this should be clearly stated and made known to everyone in the workplace.

Reasonable and unreasonable use of CCTV in the workplace

Your employer must have a valid reason to use CCTV to monitor your workplace. They must also consider if using CCTV is reasonable. For example, using CCTV to detect intruders, vandals or thieves may be reasonable. However, using CCTV to constantly monitor employees would be intrusive and would only be justified in special circumstances.

It is very difficult for an employer to justify using CCTV to monitor areas where you expect privacy, for example, in bathrooms. If your employer wants to do this, they must show that a number of security breaches have taken place in these areas. Even if your employer justifies using CCTV in a bathroom, the cameras should never be able to capture images from cubicles or urinal areas.

Kerry HELPLINE 0818 07 7860, Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm. Alternatively you can email on tralee@ citinfo.ie or log on to www.citizensinformation.ie.

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Hollywood sign gets a makeover

There's very few on the planet that don’t know what the Hollywood sign is or what it symbolises - and to keep the dream alive, it's been coated with fresh paint - in preparations for its 100th anniversary next year.

The LA sign, in place since 1923, is a global landmark.

The giant 45-foot letters, located on the steep slope of Mount Lee, are visible for miles around - and have appeared in thousands of movies. In

fact, many movie careers began with a vision of this as the pinnacle of their career - to make it in Hollywood as an actor.

Last month commercial painting company Duggan & Associates began the painstaking job with a crew of 10 who prepped the letters before painting on High Reflective White SW 7757, an ultra-durable white acrylic paint that protects against ultraviolet rays and weather. It also has a self-cleaning technology that sheds dirt when it rains.

INSPIRED BY DANNY CASEY

“It takes about a week to do two letters,” Jeff Zarrinnam said.

“A lot of people don’t realize that UV is a pretty destructive force from the sun, and it breaks down the paint over the years.”

The sign was originally built to promote the Hollywoodland real estate development.

It was installed in 1923 by a real estate developer who wanted to advertise housing plots in the Hollywood land district, but in later years – after “land” was removed, it became a symbol of LA’s glitziest community.

“That’s why it’s so important for us to preserve it,” said Jeff, chair of the Hollywood Sign Trust, the nonprofit that oversees the sign. “We’re not really preserving the Hollywood sign, we’re preserving the hopes and dreams of the people.”

The refurbishment project is set to be completed by November.

Man plays saxophone during brain surgery

Staying awake during brain surgery is one thing - but staying awake and playing a saxophone is another!

Well that's what a 35-year-old man did in Italy as surgeons removed a tumour during the delicate procedure.

Paideia International Hospital in Rome said in a news release that the patient, identified as G.Z., was kept awake and played his saxophone during the ninehour surgery.

And the reasoning behind allowing the patient to play was a scientific one.

They said the musical performance allowed the surgeons to map the different functions of his brain as they operatedand added that the man's surgery was a complete success.

"Awake surgery makes it possible to map with extreme precision during surgery the neuronal networks that underlie the various brain functions such as playing, speaking, moving, remembering, counting," Dr Christian Brogna, who led the surgery team, said.

"The goal of awake surgery is to remove the brain tumour or a vascular malformation such as Cavernomas located in specific areas of the brain, while preserving the patient's quality of life."

Renters protected with new temporary legislation

The Cabinet has approved legislation which will provide a temporary and conditional stay on tenancy terminations this winter.

The Residential Tenancies (Deferment of Termination Dates of Certain Tenancies) Bill 2022, will defer no fault tenancy terminations that are due to occur during the coming winter months from

taking effect until after 31 March 2023. Welcoming the Government’s decision, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD, said: “The Government is very aware of the increasing pressure on homeless services, the limited supply in the rental market and the struggles people are facing over the coming winter months. This temporary measure will protect

renters who are facing homelessness by deferring any ‘no fault’ tenancy terminations from taking place this winter. “We are also conscious of the impact of such measures on landlords, particularly our smaller or ‘accidental’ landlords and that is why we are ensuring that where a tenant willfully withholds rent or engages in anti-social or criminal behaviour they will not be protected

by this legislation. We will continue with the implementation of 'Housing for All' and significantly increasing the supply of housing in this country. While this emergency measure is necessary and will provide assistance in the short term, the long term answer to our accommodation challenges remains an increased and sustainable supply of new housing.”

Treats make up 20% of calories among two to four-year-olds

New research for the START campaign has revealed that a fifth (20%) of calorie intake for children aged two to four years is from foods like biscuits, chocolate, soft drinks, and savoury snacks.

This calorie intake from these treat foods rises to 25% for children of primary school age. The START campaign from safefood, the HSE and Healthy Ireland is encouraging parents to continue to take steps towards healthier family habits by reducing the amount of treats they give their children and to give healthier snacks when children are hungry.

The research also found that treat foods like biscuits, chocolate, soft drinks, and savoury snacks contributed significantly to the total intakes of saturated fat and added sugar among children aged two to four and five to 12. The research, which was conducted in May, analysed existing national food consumption data to understand the role of snacking and treat foods in children’s lives and to identify patterns of consumption in households and how that impacted upon dietary quality overall.

"We know that snacks play an important role in children’s diets, particular-

ly so for younger children," Dr Aileen McGloin, Director of Nutrition with safefood, said.

"However, what this research is showing is that children are getting too many of their snacks from unhealthy foods like biscuits, crisps, chocolate, and sweets. We want to support parents to rethink their children’s snacks, both in terms of what they buy and what they give. Offering healthier snacks particularly during those after-school times during the week would be a good place to start. From listening to parents, we know this is a really challenging behaviour to address because treats are readily available and so cheap. Healthy snack ideas to offer include crackers and cheese instead of chocolate biscuits, or plain popcorn or breadsticks instead of crisps, or for straight after school, a low-fat yoghurt or fruit instead of a chocolate bar.”

The START campaign aims to support parents and guardians to talk to children about reducing treats as a family and minimise intake of foods high in fat, salt, and sugar. The campaign website www.makeastart.ie includes lots of practical advice and support on how to reduce treats, ideas for healthy snacks and advice from parenting experts.

Gardai seek information on 50-year-old bombing case

The case may be 50 years' old this December, but following a review of the investigation, Gardaí are appealing for information on the Belturbet Bombing.

At 10.28pm on December 28, 1972 a car bomb exploded outside Farrelly’s Bar and McGowan’s Drapery on Main Street, Belturbet, Co. Cavan. Two children, Patrick Stanley (16), of Clara, Co. Offaly, and Geraldine O’Reilly (15) of Drumacon, Belturbet, Co. Cavan, were killed instantly; eight more people were injured.

Patrick was a keen hurler, Gaelic footballer and soccer player. He had won an All-Star award for Gaelic football with his school, Árd Scoil Ciarán, applied for a cadetship in the Army and, at the time of his murder, was temporarily employed by local businessman, Pat Jennings as a helper on a Calor Gas delivery lorry.

On the day there had been a problem with the lorry; he and the driver decided to stay in Belturbet overnight. When the bomb exploded, Patrick was in the public phone kiosk on the Main Street, trying

to telephone his parents to tell them he would not be home.

Geraldine was the youngest of her family and had completed her Group Certificate examination the previous June, gaining six honours and intended taking up a career in nursing. She had come into town with her brother Anthony to get food from a local restaurant. She was in the restaurant, when the bomb car, which was parked directly opposite, exploded resulting in Geraldine sustaining fatal injuries.

Following a review of the investigation, An Garda Síochána has identified a number of lines of inquiry. A Senior Investigating Officer has been appointed to lead the investigation and an incident room has been established at Ballyconnell Garda Station.

Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information in relation to the bombing to contact the incident room at Ballyconnell Garda Station 049 9525580, the Garda confidential line Freephone 1800 666 111 or Crimestoppers 1800 250025.

Liz Truss is UK's shortest serving Prime Minister

Just 44 days after taking over from Boris Johnson - Liz Truss has resigned her position as the UK's Prime Minister.

She announced the news yesterday (Thursday) lunchtime just a little over 24 hours after she told MPs she was a "fighter, not a quitter".

On September 6 Ms Truss succeeded Boris Johnson as Prime Minister after defeating Rishi Sunak in the Conservative Party leadership contest and meeting the Queen at Balmoral.

Outside Downing Street, Ms Truss said in a statement: "I came into office at a time of great economic and international instability. Families and businesses were worried about how to pay their bills. We delivered on energy bills. I recognise, though, given the situation, I cannot de-

liver the mandate on which I was elected by the Conservative Party. I have therefore spoken to His Majesty the King to notify him that I am resigning as leader of the Conservative Party."

A leadership election to be completed within the next week with Ms Truss staying on as PM until her successor has been chosen. New chancellor Jeremy Hunt is one of the main names being suggested.

MAKE A START: A fifth of calorie intake for children aged two to four years is from treats. Pictured at the launch of the START campaign from safefood, the HSE and Healthy Ireland is safefood ambassador Derval O’Rourke with Jake Collins (6) and Saoirse Fitzsimons (11). Photo: Andres Poveda

Third level financial assistance package

Minister For Education and Kerry TD, Norma Foley, has welcomed the announcement of additional student grant payments and fee reductions for third level students. December 16 has been confirmed as the payment date on which all third level maintenance recipients will receive an additional payment of up to €679. All free fees eligible students who paid their 2022/23 student contribution in full will receive a refund of €1,000 from the HEI attended. The HEI will contact

eligible students to seek the necessary account details to process the refund.

Students eligible for a 50% student contribution grant support as paid by SUSI will benefit proportionally and will receive a €500 credit in the value of the student contribution they are due to pay.

From January 2023, there will be a permanent increase in grants by between 10% and 14%, ensuring students will receive the help and assistance they need.

PhD student's genetic research win prestigious prize

A Killorglin man has won a prestigious prize, the Conway Festival Gold Medal, for his work on genetic research on TB in cattle.

| By Michelle Crean

PhD student, John O’Grady, was competing against 114 other researchers in UCD Conway Institute, a biomedical research institute in University College Dublin.

This early-stage research could identify potential biomarkers to develop new diagnostic tests for M. bovis infection and guide the breeding of livestock with enhanced bovine TB resistance.

The research being carried out by John and supervised by Professors David MacHugh, Claire Gormley, and Stephen Gordon will impact the global agricultural industry, which sustains significant economic losses due to M. bovis infection in cattle.

In the context of a One Health framework – in which the health of animals, humans and the environment are inextricably linked - understanding the response in cattle to M. bovis infection can help explain immunological responses during human TB.

“We created a pipeline for integrative genomic analyses using three types of data: high-resolution genomic variation and transcriptomic data generated by our group and external genome-wide association study data produced by scientists at Teagasc and the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation," the UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science, said.

"For this, we used samples of peripheral blood from cattle infected with M. bovis to perform a transcriptome wide association study. This is the first study of its kind in the context of bovine TB.” John is in the first year of his doctoral studies funded by the SFI Centre for Research Training in Genomics Data Science. As part of his PhD, he will continue this research to see if there are commonalities in gene expression across breed groups. The genes that are overexpressed during M. bovis infection may be potential biomarkers for the development of new diagnostic tests for M. bovis infection.

MEDAL: PhD student John O’Grady was awarded a gold medal at the closing ceremony of the 2022 UCD Conway Festival of Research and Innovation for his research in TD in cattle.

STUDENT FEES: Minister Foley pictured at Munster Technological University Kerry Campus alongside Christopher Clifford (MTU Kerry Student Union President) and Isobel Kavanagh (MTU Cork Student Union President).

ENTERPRISING: At the National Women's Enterprise Day hosted by Local Enterprise Offices at the Brehon Hotel were Keynote Speaker Sonya Lennon (centre), Designer, Broadcaster, Social Entrepreneur with local enterprise leading lights, from left: Fiona Leahy (Business Advisor and Training Co-ordinator at Kerry Local Enterprise Office), Enrika Moore (Viska Systems), Rosie Mansfield (Premier TEFL), Emily Brick (Athena Analytic), and Sara de Miguel Hernández (Flowithme). Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Staff to be trained to leave no trace outdoors

Increasing issues from the impact of outdoor recreation on the MacGillycuddy Reeks in recent years have been the inspiration for a new training course for frontline hospitality staff.

The Kerry UNESCO Biosphere Reserve together with the MacGillycuddy Reeks Mountain access forum will host two training courses of its LEADER funded Responsible Outdoor Recreation Course at the Brehon Hotel on Monday and Tuesday next (October 24 and 25).

“With increasing numbers of visitors exploring our outdoor spaces for fitness and well-being there is always an increased risk of negative impacts on the habitats they are passing through and an increased pressure on rescue services if things go wrong," Gerald McEnery Development Officer, SKDP, said.

"The aim of this training is to share information on best access routes, best practice for outdoor recreation and how to make sure you or your guests are having the best possible experience out in the mountains. Getting out in the landscape on foot is one of the

most rewarding ways to experience it, but with that access comes responsibilities and it is those we are trying to highlight to support this increase in visitor numbers in a sustainable way.”

The course will work with frontline hospitality staff and tourism providers from across Kerry so they can better prepare and communicate to tourists and visitors on how to responsibly and safely access the Kerry Biosphere and MacGillycuddy Reeks area for outdoor recreation.

Speakers on the day include, the Biosphere officer with the Kerry UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Gerald McEnery, Development Officer with the MacGillycuddy Reeks Mountain Access Forum, both employed by South Kerry Development Partnership, Piaras Kelley from Kerry Climbing, speakers from 'Leave No Trace Ireland' and Gerry Christie from Kerry Mountain Rescue. For those interested in booking a place on this course please contact macgillycuddyreeksforum@skdp.net or book via eventbrite.ie.

BEST OF LUCK: Second Year students Clodagh Clancy and Ciara O'Sullivan from St Brigid's Secondary School have been selected on the South West U15 Inter-Regional team that will play in the All-Ireland tournament this weekend in UL. The girls have been training regularly over the summer and on alternate weekends since September. The inter regionals is one of the highlights of the PPSC competition calendar with nine regions and over 120 girls competing in the competition. Both girls were part of the school's First Year basketball team that won the All-Ireland Minor A League Cup in the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght last May.

Energy saving workshop for tourism businesses

In a bid to try to help struggling businesses through the energy crisis, Fáilte Ireland hosted a workshop to help them reduce energy bills.

The two-hour workshop in The Brehon Hotel today (Friday) provided vital supports and information to local tourism businesses.

Energy experts led the way explaining to businesses how they could take immediate, low-cost actions to improve their energy efficiency and reduce energy bills. It was open to all tourism businesses across the county who registered their attendance.

“The challenge for businesses in managing their energy costs is immense and

Fáilte Ireland recognises that tourism businesses are being hit particularly hard by the energy cost challenge. In response to this, Fáilte Ireland is conducting practical in-person workshops nationwide to offer immediate guidance and information to businesses to help reduce their energy bills,” Jenny De Saulles, Director of Sector Development at Fáilte Ireland, said.

“Using less energy more efficiently is the most cost-effective and practical way for businesses to take action and we will be showing businesses how to implement easy changes. Created with energy experts these workshops are designed to offer businesses practical advice and best practise examples that can be adopted quickly for immediate effect.”

The creation of a biodiversity officer post in Kerry is being warmly welcomed by the local branch of the Green Party.

Kerry County Council is one of 10 local authorities awarded funding to appoint biodiversity officers to deliver and drive local action for biodiversity.

The programme is being delivered by

Biodiversity officer to be appointed

the Heritage Council and the County and City Management Association with the support of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and the National Parks and Wildlife Service.

“This news is very welcome as we try to

protect the natural heritage of Kerry for our children,” Killarney Green Party representative, Diarmaid Griffin, said. “The climate and biodiversity crisis are inextricably linked.”

The new biodiversity officers will have

a wide variety of responsibilities developing a county biodiversity plan and advising the local authority on biodiversity related issues and the authority’s obligations in relation to protecting biodiversity.

Recreational Tourism in the Kerry Biosphere Training Course

your recreational visitors need

What will you learn?

The Kerry Biosphere Learn about the Kerry Biosphere, what it is and its importance internationally

Safe and responsiible access

Principles of safe access from Kerry Mountain Rescue safety tips incluiding; what to wear, what to know before you go

know

This Course aims to deliver training to Frontline hospitality providers that will enable them to capitalise on their unique positioning within the Biosphere area to promote the area as destination for responsible and sustainable tourism

Outdoor Ethics & Leave No Trace What Outdoor Ethics means and the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace Learn abot the MacGillycuddy Reeks

All you need to know about access in the Reeks from where to park, trails and routes and guidelines for visitors

Course to be held on the 24th and 25th of October 2022

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From Scratch

Inspired by the memoir, 'From Scratch' is a cross-cultural love story that follows Amahle 'Amy' Wheeler (played by Zoe Saldaña) an American student studying abroad in Italy, as she meets and falls in love with Lino, a Sicilian chef. Their whirlwind romance faces many unforeseen challenges, including their very different cultural backgrounds; true to real life, it is also

infused with lightheartedness and moments of humour that exist alongside the more serious ones. But when Lino is faced with unimaginable health challenges and the couple’s future is threatened, the two families come together to create an extended family unlike any they could have imagined, proving that love crosses all borders.

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The 1975 'Being Funny in a Foreign Language'

The new studio album by The 1975 'Being Funny in a Foreign Language' is out now. It's the fifth studio album by English band who formed in Wilmslow, Cheshire in 2002.

Band members include Matty Healy, Adam Hann, Ross MacDonald and George Daniel. Writing sessions for what would eventually become 'Being Funny in a Foreign Language' started in 2021, when the band worked on-andoff with producer BJ Burton.

To support the album, the band will embark an international concert tour titled 'The 1975 at Their Very Best'. The

tour's North American leg begins on November 3 in Uncasville, Connecticut at Mohegan Sun Arena and will run 25 shows before transferring to Europe for a 14 date run through the United Kingdom and Dublin that begins on in January in Brighton at the Brighton Centre.

The 1975 revealed their title and tracklist for ‘Being Funny In A Foreign Language’ by postcard which was sent out ton fans. The album features song titles such as 'I'm In Love With You', 'Looking For Somebody (To Love)' and 'Human Too'.

| By Michelle Crean

Irish Sporting Lives

Author: Turlough O'Riordan and Terry Clavin

Serial winners and glorious losers, heroes and villains, trailblazing women, role models and rogues, all are here; so too are audacious sporting founders, enduring legends and forgotten or overlooked greats. Through a selection of 60 lives from the Dictionary of Irish Biography, this book celebrates the diversity of Irish sporting history. The Dictionary of Irish Biography is a project of the Royal Irish Academy. It tells the island’s life story through the biographies, at home and overseas, of prominent men and women born in Ireland, north and south, and the noteworthy Irish careers of those born outside Ireland. The online edition of the Dictionary of Irish Biography now features nearly 11,000 lives and continues to grow.

Terry Clavin is a historian who has published over four hundred biographies with the Dictionary of Irish Biography. He joined the project in 2006. Turlough O'Riordan is a histo-

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rian and the online and digital editor of the Dictionary of Irish Biography. He has worked on the project for over two decades. The 416 page book, published by Royal Irish Academy, is available to pre-order and will be out on November 15.

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Virgin Media One, Friday, 9pm

A dance instructor at a 1960s resort hotel fears his career will be jeopardised when his regular partner is forced to pull out of an important show in which they are due to perform. Luckily, a naive teenager is happy to step in, and is treated to a whirlwind holiday education in life, love and expressing herself. Romantic drama, with Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey and Jerry Orbach.

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RTÉ One, Saturday, 6.35pm

After losing his job as a shipping clerk, PT Barnum creates and develops his circus in New York in the mid-1800s with the help of playwright Phillip Carlyle and an adopted family of entertainers shunned by society. Musical drama, starring Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, Michelle Williams, Rebecca Ferguson and Zendaya.

Details of Rentokil Initial Killarney Historic Rally revealed

Rentokil Initial will return for the ninth time as title sponsor of the Killarney Historic Rally.

"Rentokil Initial are delighted to be in volved with such a prestigious event and this is the company’s ninth year in suc cession sponsoring the event," Michael O'Mahoney of Rentokil Initial said. The rally will take place on December 2

and 3 with a ceremonial start in Killarney town centre on the Friday night. Entries will open shortly. More associate sponsors will be an nounced in due course.

Planning meetings continue every Mon day night at 8pm at the Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney and all are welcome.

SPONSOR: Rentokil Initial managing director Michael O'Mahoney with his wife Mary Jo and daughter Michelle at the Rentokil Initial Killarney Historic Rally cer emonial start in Killarney town centre last year. Photo: Eamonn Keogh

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Hickey family out in force in next weekend’s Kerry Winter Rally

The Banna Beach Resort Kerry Winter Rally will be a special occasion for the Hickey Family from Killarney and Headford.

Brothers Charlie and John will drive their Ford Escorts in the October 30 event in North Kerry.

They will be navigated by their daughters, Charlene and Michelle.

While both Charlene and Michelle have competed before, this is the first time all four members of the family will compete in the same event.

Both Charlie and John are no strangers to local rallying. This year marks Killarney-based garage man Charlie’s 40th year in the sport while John, who runs an engineering business in Headford, has been involved in motorsport for 38 years.

Charlene navigated for Charlie on a rallysprint event in Tralee around 10 years ago but she has never contested a stage rally.

Her cousin Michelle made her debut on the Rally of the Lakes, back in 2019.

“Two brothers with their two daughters having a day out in a great rally, this has to be good for motorsport. We have to put the fun back into clubman rallying. This is Charlies’ 40th year competing and my 38th year, add this together and it’s probably hard to beat anywhere in this world,” John said.

The six-stage rally will feature classic roads in North Kerry and will have a central service halt in Tralee town centre.

The after-rally awards ceremony will take place in the Banna Beach Resort on Sunday night.

SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL

Beauty - By Jill O'Donoghue

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

Focus on self care over the winter months

Self-care is always important but even more so in the winter months. Self-care allows you to tend to your physical and emotional needs so that you can be present and positive in your day-to-day life. This will help make you better, more motivated at work, more balanced and present in your everyday interactions with your family, children and friends. Small things like applying hand cream or having a bath can really help make you feel more grounded and balanced. A warm bath can help open the lungs and blood vessels, making it easier to breathe.

The winter months call for better care for your face and body. The dry cold air in the winter means that our skin can become more dehydrated, flaky and

itchy. What better way to practice selfcare than to take care of your skin. Take time each day to gently exfoliate or dry body brush which stimulates blood flow helping to warm up the body, keep the circulation flowing. Follow with a good moisturiser and serum.

It's a good idea to apply a face mask once a week to hydrate and build up the strength of our skin, especially after the age of 40.

It's a great idea to treat yourself to a salon treatment like a facial, massage or reflexology. Reflexology is covered by all health insurances, it's a really great treatment for balance, deep relaxation and grounding.

For more information call Jill on 064 6632966.

FUN: Michelle Hickey made her debut in the 2019 Rally of the Lakes as co-driver to her father John. Photo: Eamonn Keogh

Golden Wedding

Weekly clinic at Scotts Hotel every Saturday @ 3pm. I am always

on

Are you waiting to have your cataract removed and have been told it can take 4 years to have it removed. Would you like to have your sight back by this Christmas? Then if the answer is YES then please call me or my office today to discuss

If you are traveling in the coming week and discover your passport is out of date please contact me or my office before submitting your application for the best advice. Please note that first time passports are taking 10 weeks to process.

DOGGY TREAT: Briana Fogarty and Conor Doolan and Baily the dog from Killarney at the

grooming studio opened at Tralee’s Petmania store in Man-

Park, Tralee. Photo: Domnick Walsh

FINANCESECTION

McGuire Liston Lewis Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry liam@mcguireliston.ie

Dermot Cronin Old Market Ln, Killarney, Co. Kerry kerrymortgagecentre@eircom.net. 064 662

More money, more problems

This week, the Central Bank eased their lending limits to allow first-time buyers to borrow up to four times their income, an in crease from 3.5 times set in place following the housing bubble fiasco of 2008.

I appreciate that for those looking to buy a house in the current market, this repre sents an opportunity to finally get on the property ladder and is welcome support. However, the reality is, it is these extend ed credit facilities that have driven house prices higher over the last 30 years.

Creating financial mechanisms to allow home buyers to tie themselves to more and more debt is not the solution that is needed.

IMAGINARY WEALTH

Wage increases are not the factor driving the housing market to 'unaffordable' pric es. Our new-found ability to justify these surging prices is thanks to some banking wizardry.

Longer mortgage terms and lower and lower interest rates have ensured that monthly payments are as affordable as they have ever been.

Yes, €500,000 is a sizeable mortgage, but if you spread it out over 35 years at

historically low-interest rates, suddenly it seems justifiable, manageable even.

The bidder most willing to shackle them selves to this life sentence 'wins'.

But what happens as interest rates rise?

The very thing we thought we could af ford is no longer affordable as the terms of the deal change.

All this credit in the system stops work ing when the cost to borrow starts to increase. We no longer can afford the things we thought we could afford. The imaginary wealth we thought we had, disappears.

And yet the solution from the Central Bank is to allow more leverage in the sys tem in a rising interest rate environment.

CAN'T AFFORD A HOME?

Not to worry, we will just lend you more money so we can prop up this house of cards just a little longer.

Pumping more money into an already inflationary environment does the exact

opposite of what is needed. Instead of addressing supply issues and regulatory issues, they continue to focus on mecha nisms to help justify current prices.

THE ROOT OF THE PROBLEM

Increasing the leverage in the system just kicks the can down the road. Cur rently, the data shows that home sales are slowing dramatically in the face of higher interest rates and a slowing econ omy. We are in the middle of a stand off between buyers and sellers. Buyers who

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can't afford to purchase at current prices as interest rates rise and sellers who don't want to sell at a price lower than their neighbour sold for.

Instead of leaving the market dynamics of supply and demand play out, allowing some downward pressure on house pric es, the Central Bank has thrown a bone to sellers and disguised it as a benefit for buyers. They hope that this attempt to 'help' buyers stretch just a little further will be enough to keep the wheels turn ing. It won't.

ONCE AGAIN

Allowing more leverage in the system to help justify higher and higher prices is not the answer. Doing it in the face of inevitably higher interest rates is simply thoughtless.

We simply didn't build enough homes fol lowing the last housing crash to meet the demand coming from millennials reach ing their household formation years.

Perhaps addressing this generationally undersupply would be a more worth while endeavour instead of extending lines of credit, the very thing that facili tated this price surge in the first place.

Just a thought.

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8% of cars on Irish roads are uninsured

Of the 2.23 million private vehicles on Irish roads, almost 8% are unin sured according to the Motor Insurers Bureau of Ireland (MIBI).

WHO ARE MIBI?

The principal role of the Motor Insurers Bureau of Ireland (MIBI) is to compensate victims of road traffic accidents caused by uninsured and unidentified vehicles.

The Bureau also acts as Green Card Bu reau in Ireland which ensures persons who sustain damage and/or injuries in a road traffic accident caused by a vehicle registered outside the State are not dis advantaged.

As Compensation Body, which is pro

vided for under EU Motor Insurance Di rective 2000/26/EC, MIBI investigates claims made by Irish residents involved in a road traffic accident which has occurred in another EU Member State.

All companies underwriting motor in surance in Ireland must be members of MIBI, as provided for under Section 78 of the Road Traffic Act, 1961 and fund MIBI by means of payment of an annual levy contribution.

In the case of accidents involving unin sured drivers, MIBI will pursue the driver

for costs under their right to recovery. In 2021 the average cost involved in such claims paid by MIBI, where a victim was injured, reached €78,736.

As these costs are passed on to all the motor insurance companies operating in the Republic of Ireland, MIBI said this effectively adds approximately €30 - €35 to the value of all motor insurance premi ums in this country.

The Motor Insurers’ Bureau of Ireland (MIBI) is a non-profit-making organisa tion registered in Ireland. The company was established in 1955 by the then Gov ernment and those companies under writing motor insurance in Ireland.

Michael O’Connor CFA is an investment consultant with a decade of experience within the financial industry.

John Healy of Healy Insurances.

PROPERTYSECTION

Superbly located 4 bed detached

Road.

Convenient location within walking distance

National School. Well maintained with bright south facing living accommodation. Detached garage.

TULLIG, SPA, KILLARNEY

K5R3

Detached bungalow on a c.1.43 acre site with superb mountain and lake views.

The property offers unlimited potential to redevelop a detached family home from an elevated position overlooking Killarney. Qualifies for improvement grants.

What goes up, must come down ….. or does it?

In recent months the rate of property price increases has softened and with that questions have begun to arise around whether a drop in prices could be on the cards.

CSO released the latest Residential Property Price Index (RPPI) last Thursday which shows national prices in the year to the end of August rose by 12.2% - the fifth successive month in which the annual rate of house price growth nationally slowed. Since August of last year, the rate of increase had been climbing in double digits, and it peaked in the early part of the year, prior to the change in the economic climate internationally.

There are a huge number of factors that influence house prices. Like any market though, at its heart it boils down fundamentally to supply and demand.

On the supply front, signs are that the

availability might be starting to loosen up a little. Demand is deflating too as rising interest rates and inflation push home ownership out of the reach of some.

The European Central Bank have increased rates by 1.25% and the expectation is there will be two further increases before the year end. Central Bank mortgage lending rules also continue to help keep a lid on house price inflation.

But there are ongoing pressures keeping house prices high, and we continue to have a severe shortage of housing.

And then there is inflation. Construction price inflation was running at 14% on an annual basis in July, according to the Society of Chartered Surveyors. The soaring cost of raw materials, labour and other factors continue to make building more expensive. If this continues, the bump in new home supply we saw earlier could

tail off – putting pressure on prices.

A third factor at play is that most of the main lenders here have not yet passed those increases on to borrowers - giving home purchasers some breathing space.

Central Bank data released during the week showed average interest rates here remained steady in August, while at the same time across the Euro zone they rose more markedly. There is an expectation though that the banks won’t be able to hold out on passing through the extra borrowing costs forever.

HOW LIKELY IS IT THEN THAT HOUSE PRICES COULD FALL?

House prices here have recovered significantly since the depths of the post-Celtic Tiger crash. Nationally they now stand at 2.2% above their highest level recorded in April 2007.

From January 2008 they fell for five straight years until June 2013. Since then, there has only been one four-month period beginning in July 2020, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, that they have fallen slightly, before recovering strongly over the subsequent 24 months.

That recovery was in large part fuelled by significant household savings accumulated during pandemic lockdowns, along with disrupted supply and pent-up demand.

With demand remaining strong and as supply has not yet caught up, leading experts say it is unlikely prices will fall dramatically anytime soon.

BERPENDING

BERF

TO LET: Rooms to rent in Tralee town. Contact 087-2944505.

TO LET: 3 bedroom house in Cahernane Meadows, Killarney. Also, 2 bedroom town house in Barradubh village and 3 bedroom house in Mangerton View, Killarney. Phone 086-8136888.

TO LET: Shed/storage unit to rent in the Killarney area. Please contact Sheila on 087-2944505.

TO LET: Short-term let. Available from now until the start of June 2023. 3 bedroom house, 3 miles from Killarney town. Phone 087-6707930.

TO LET: One bedroom apartment in Ross Road, Killarney. Long-term only. Suitable for professional person/couple. Non-smoking. Contact 086-3895141.

TO LET: Apartment on ground floor, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, parking, oil heating, small shed in quiet neighbourhood on Countess Road, Killarney. Email chrisomur@yahoo.com

TO LET: Large double room in modern house, private bathroom, 5 minute walk from Killarney town. In quiet location, stunning views, private parking, available until January 2023. Phone 086-3527729.

CLASSIFIEDS

FOR SALE

FOR SALE: Seasoned firewood for sale. Trailer loads, ton bags and 25KG bags .Great deals guaranteed. Call 0894488742

AVAILABLE

AVAILABLE: Church music for all occasions. For a personal and meaningful ceremony, let the voice of experience guide you through your music. Tel. Helen Kerins 087-9508050

AVAILABLE: Music lessons- piano, violin, fiddle, guitar, banjo. Garda vetted. ONLINE OPTION ALSO AVAILABLE. Tel John: 0876801392 or Maggie: 087-6961681.

AVAILABLE: Maths grinds available from an experienced grinds teacher and UCC Financial Maths graduate. Grinds are one-to-one and cost 35 per hour. For more information please text or call me on 087-1897206.

AVAILABLE: Math grinds available for JC and LC OL/HL. Proven significant increase in exam results, including H1 grades. Very limited availability for the upcoming year, so please contact ASAP on 087-3687307.

AVAILABLE: First class cleaner – Irish, professional, prestige and on time. Excellent references & 5 star service reviews on Airbnb. Phone 085-2051008.

WANTED

Wanted: Childminder/Nanny wanted for 2

TO LET: 1-2 bedroom apartment in the Faha, Killarney area. On a short-term basis from November 2022 to April 2023. Phone 087-7687514.

TO LET: 2 rooms to let, 5 mins from Killarney town. Quiet Area, Professionals only. Owner occupied. Initial 6 month contract. Contact 0876113219.

TO LET: Room to let, 10 minute walk from town centre. Suitable for hotel staff. Contact 087-2484804.

TO LET: 5 ***** room to rent. 5 minutes from Killarney National Park, 10 minutes from Killarney Town. €150 per week per person, all bills included. Free parking on site. Call or text Margaret on 0876789990

WANTED: Houses and apartments to rent in the Killarney area. Contact 0868136888

WANTED: Very responsible couple , with two well behaved, trained, older Siamese cats, looking for apartment or smaller house to rent in Killarney. Previous landlord and employer references on request. Contact Anita on 0873371560 or email anita.marinovic93@gmail.com

children, aged 3 and 1 years old, in children’s own home in Crosstown, Killarney. 36-40 hrs per week. Phone 087-7070182.

WANTED: Cleaner required for weekly clean, approximately 3-4hrs per week. Phone 0877070182.

WANTED: Childminder wanted for two boys, 5 year old and 3 year old. Pick-ups required from Bellview pre-school and Fossa National School. Contact 087-7998897.

WANTED: ASAP…Looking for someone to help write a book for charity, Apply to Box No. 3402.

ANIMALS

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

ANIMALS: KLAWS (Kenmare and Locality Animal Welfare Society) We have a number of adult cats (all colours) awaiting homes. 0879729240 or 087-9704480.

MOTORING

Pat Collins Car Sales: 171 Renault Captur, 2012 Renault Clio, 2012 Fiat Punto 1.3 Diesel, 2011 Nissan Pixo 1.0 5 door, 2010 Citroen C3 diesel, 2009 Kia Rio 1.4, 2009 Hyundai I10, 2005 Nissan Micra and 2004 Mazda 3 Automatic. Call 087 2630218.

NISSAN DEALERSHIP TRALEE

Position available for a full time PARTS ADVISOR ASSISTANT

We offer competitive pay with on going training. You will be responsible for assisting customers and technicians with locating, pricing and ordering parts. Check in daily orders and assisting parts manager with daily parts tasks.

Knowledge and experience in the motor industry would be desirable but not essential as training will be provided.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

your CV to davidkillarney@randlesbros.com

WE ARE HIRING!

EXPERIENCED CHEF DE PARTIE

Attractive working hours (10am-7pm). Full-time, year-round work.

Great opportunity to upskill and for career progression.

EXPERIENCED BAR TENDER

Cocktail experience an advantage. Full-time/Part-time work available.

FULL-TIME BARISTA Experience in fast paced environment an advantage.

To join our team send your CV to niamh@sheahangroup.ie

in a rewarding career

This position is funded by TUSLA Child and Family Agency.

CONGRATS: Amber MacIndoe and Kate McCann came third in the Munster West section of the Irish Schools' Junior Golf Championship. They represented St Brigid's Presentation Secondary School in the team event held at Charleville Golf Club. It was the girl's first debut on the schools' golf scene and they enjoyed a great day around the golf course. They are pictured here before teeing off at the event.

PRIZE: David O'Sullivan of O'Sullivan's Cycles on High Street, presents Therese O'Keeffe with her prize in the Ross Golf Club, Lady Captains Prize Also included is Breda O'Farrell, who organised the Captains Day. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

The

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY CLIFTON

In Loving memory of Vera Clifton

Late of Ross Castle, Killarney Who passed away on 27th October 2021.

As we lovingly remember Vera on her first anniversary, her sons Harold and John, daughters Veronica, Denise, Florence and Mary, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers John and Declan, sisters Mary, Florence, Ellen and Margaret, wish to thank most sincerely all those who supported us in our sad loss.

Those who sympathised, sent mass cards, letters. phone calls, texts and online condolences. To those who called to the house and attended the funeral mass and burial.To the kind friends who brought food and refreshments , we really appreciate it.

A special word of thanks to Dr. Mags Clifford and the amazing team of the Inpatient Palliative Care Unit, UHK, for all the care given to Vera and the compassion shown to us her family during her time there.

A sincere thank you to Fr. Niall Howard for comforting us in our home, praying the Rosary with us, and for the beautiful and meaningful celebration of Vera’s funeral mass. Also to Noel and Tracy for providing the beautiful music and songs at the church and grave side.

We would also like to thank Mike and Mary O’Shea for the compassion and professionalism at such a difficult time. As it is not possible to thank every one, please take this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation.

We miss you from your fireside chair Your loving smile and gentle air Your vacant place no one can fill We miss you mom and always will.

Anniversary mass will be held on Tuesday 25th October at 6.15pm in St Marys cathedral, Killarney.

2ND & 19TH ANNIVERSARIES

COOPER In loving memory of Our wonderful parents Dan and Sheila Cooper

Late of Lisheenacanna, Ballyhar Who died on 2nd November 2020 and 19th September 2003.

RIP.

A loved one never leaves you They’re never far away

They watch you from a distance And guide you every day

They do become your angel And look down from above A loved one never leaves you Because you always have their love.

Forever loved and always remembered by your loving family.

Anniversary mass will be held on Sunday 23rd October at 10.00am in The Church of the Sacred Heart, Ballyhar.

4TH ANNIVERSARY MOYNIHAN

2ND ANNIVERSARY TWOMEY

4TH & 10TH ANNIVERSARIES BARTLETT

In loving memory of Dermot Moynihan Tullig Cottage, Spa, Killarney Died 25th October 2018 RIP.

You rest in the arms of the angels In a place of peace and love Watching over us always From Heaven up above

You guide us through our worries And help us through each day Always by our side, you never went away

You rest in the arms of angels Free from illness and pain Waiting for the day We are together again.

So Sadly missed and fondly remembered by your loving son’s Pat, Sean, Aidan & Noel

By Emma, Marian, Marie and Ka. All your grandchildren and your brothers Mike and Pat.

Anniversary Mass is on Tuesday 25th October at 9.30am in the Church of The Resurrection.

4TH ANNIVERSARY MOYNIHAN

Precious memories of Derek Twomey Coolgarriv, Killarney 25th September 1989 - 21st October 2020.

We didn’t know that morning The pain that day would bring When a golden heart stopped beating And we couldn’t do a thing

No words can heal the heartache Or stop a silent tear Or take away the memories Of a Son we loved so dear

Your resting place we visit The flowers we place with care But nothing compares to the pain we feel When we turn and leave you there.

Loved and remembered always by Mom and Dad.

Derek’s second anniversary mass will take place on Sunday 30th October at 12.00pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

2ND ANNIVERSARY

TWOMEY

In loving memory of Mary and Sylvester Bartlett

Late of 46 O’Kelly’s Villas, Killarney Who passed on 27th April 2018 and 24th October 2012.

Today is not just your anniversary It is time’s greatest testimony That the both of you Were always meant to be together and destined to be our parents.

Apart from being the best, the both of you will always be stars in our lives

In life we loved you dearly in death we do the same.

You left us beautiful memories Your love forever our guide and although we cannot see you you will always be by our side.

Grief is the last act of love we give to you both. Where there is deep grief There was and will always be great love.

Loved and missed by your family, Sylvester, Noreen, Mary, Eileen and Joe.

5TH ANNIVERSARY RYAN

In loving memory of My dear husband Dermot Moynihan Tullig Cottage, Spa, Killarney Died 25th October 2018 RIP.

My heart is full of memories Der With pride I speak your name Though life must go on without you It will never be the same

Those special days will not return When we were so close together But the love and memories in my heart Will stay with me forever

So rest in peace my love And thank you for all you’ve done I pray that God has given you The crown you truly won.

Always Loved and very sadly missed by your loving wife Bridget.

Anniversary Mass is on Tuesday 25th October at 9.30am in the Church of The Resurrection.

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Johnny O’Sullivan Knockreigh, Scartaglen, Co. Kerry Who passed away on 22nd October 2020.

A Silent thought A Gentle prayer For a special Brother In God’s care.

From Diarmuid, Christina and Family

In loving memory of Derek Twomey Coolgarriv, Killarney Who died on 21st October 2020.

We cried when you passed away we still cry today

Although we loved you dearly we couldn’t make you stay

Your golden heart stopped beating hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.

Forever missed by your sister Deirdre, brother-in-law Kevin and nieces Fia and Lara.

2ND ANNIVERSARY

TWOMEY

In loving memory of Derek Twomey Coolgarriv, Killarney Who died on 21st October 2020.

Happy memories keep forever Of days when we were all together They bring a smile and often a tear And always a wish that you were still here.

Sadly missed and always remembered by Darren, Jamie and Zach.

In loving memory of Kieran Ryan Late of Holy Cross Gardens and Pinewoood Estate, Killarney Who died on 26th of October 2017.

Each of us in our own way Have special thoughts of you today Your name is often spoken We talk about you still You haven’t been forgotten And by us you never will.

Always remembered by your loving family Anton, Deanna, Tristan, Shauna and Joan xx

Anniversary Mass will be on Monday 24th October at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

9TH ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of John Martin O’Sullivan, Late of 13 Marian Terrace, Killarney Who died on 24th October 2013.

We’ll keep you in our thoughts And memory all the time Until we meet again Somewhere down the line.

Sadly missed, never forgotten Your father Michael, Ger, Michael and Martina.

Anniversaries, Acknowledgements, Remembrances and Novenas can be placed online at www.killarneyadvertiser.ie

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY BREEN

In loving memory of David Breen Countess Grove, Killarney Who died on 26th October 2021.

As we lovingly remember and greatly miss David on the anniversary of his sad and sudden passing, his mom Anne, dad Anthony and brothers Shane and Anthony, would like to thank everyone who supported us through this sad and difficult time.

We would also like to acknowledge with sincere gratitude to our extended family, wonderful neighbours and friends for the many expressions of sympathy we received, mass cards, letters, phone calls and online condolences.

To those who sent flowers, brought food to the house and all your acts of kindness during this exceptionally difficult time, we thank you sincerely. To Fr. Niall Howard, for the meaningful mass and his kind words expressed in our home.

To Mike and Mary O’Shea and staff in Killarney Funeral Home, there are no words that will ever come close to express the empathy, the kindness, sensitivity and professionalism that they showed us as a family, to get through a very difficult time.

Thank you to the Kevin Bell Foundation, who were a big help in doing the necessary paper work and getting David home without delay. To Denis MCarthy and all the staff at the Killarney Avenue Hotel for the lovely funeral meal. Thank you to John Boyle and staff at the Killarney Court Hotel for their food and hospitality.

To Sharon Lyon, Sr. Colette and choir for the beautiful singing and music.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement for your kindness and compassion. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intention.

David it broke our hearts to lose you You did not go alone For part of us went with you The day God called you home

Though Heaven and earth divide us We are never far apart For you are always in our thoughts And forever in our hearts.

First Anniversary Mass is on Wednesday 26th October at 9.30am in the Church of the Ressurection and also on Saturday 29th October at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

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. F.M.

MAYSE

4TH ANNIVERSARY

O’RAHILLY

1ST ANNIVERSARY MURPHY

In loving memory of Christian Mayse Late of Maple Drive, Killarney Who passed away on 20th October 2017.

In our hearts you will always be Your Love...Your Voice, Your Smile... Are Forever Imprinted in our Minds Always Loved, Forever Missed

Always in our thoughts Nana Eileen, Uncle Michael, aunts Patricia, Elaine, Tracey and Maeve, and cousins Noah, Lucy, Emily and Jamie.

2ND ANNIVERSARY

O’MEARA

In loving memory of Pat O’Rahilly Late of Gortroe, Fossa, Killarney Who died on 23rd October 2018.

Today we light a candle And say a special prayer We take a trip down memory lane And know that you are there. This is your anniversary You wouldn’t want a fuss Just to be remembered And loved by all of us.

Sadly missed by your your loving wife Eileen, daughter Shirley, son Damien and wife Bríd.

4TH ANNIVERSARY

O’RAHILLY

In loving memory of Jerry Murphy Kilquane. Headford, Killarney Who passed away on 20th October 2021.

It’s hard to believe you’re no longer here I think of you, you feel so near In some small way , every single day Memories of you come my way.

Sadly missed by daughter Joan, Son-in-law William and grandsons Liam and Danny.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

MURPHY

In loving memory of Donal O’Meara

Late of Gortdromakerrie, Muckross Who died on 21st Oct 2020.

Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day Unseen, unhear, but always near Still loved, still missed, still very dear.

Sadly missed by your niece Karen, Jimmy, Beth, Kate and Danny.

Anniversary mass is on Sunday 23rd October at 9.30am in the Church of the Holy Spirit, Muckross.

17TH, 33RD & 8TH ANNIVERSARIES GUERIN

In loving memory of Kathleen Guerin

Who died on 21st October 2005 and her husband Cornelius Guerin Who died on the 26th July 1989 and their son Con Guerin Who died on the 22nd September 2014 Late of Muckross Road, Killarney and Kenmare Co. Kerry.

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

So rest in peace dear Mum, Dad and brother Con And thanks for all you’ve done We pray that God has given you The crown you’ve truly won.

Fondly remembered always by Margaret & Peter and all the Guerin family and friends.

In loving memory of Pat O’Rahilly Late of Gortroe, Fossa, Killarney Who died on 23rd October 2018.

We think about you always We talk about you still Y ou havenj’t been forgotten And you never ever will.

Always remembered by Rena, Neily and family xxx

55TH ANNIVERSARY

O’CONNOR

In loving memory of Thomas M. O’Connor Late of Gortroe, Fossa Killarney Who passed away on 25th October 1967.

If memories bring us closer We are never far apart For you are always with us In our prayers and in our hearts

Beautiful memories, silently kept Of a father too special to ever forget In God’s arms you rest above And in our hearts you rest with love

And always wish that you were here October comes with sad regret The day, the month, we will never forget Time takes away the edge of grief But memory turns back every leaf.

Never forgotten by your son Thomas, daughter-in-law Joan and grandchildren Thomas and Maryann, Crosstown.

Anniversary Mass is on Tuesday 25th October at 7.00pm in Prince of Peace Church, Fossa.

In loving memory of Jerry Murphy Kilquane, Headford, Killarney Whose anniversary occurs on 20th October 2021.

A golden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest It broke our hearts to see you go God only takes the best

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

Your life was love and labour Your family true You did your best for all of us We will always remember you

Our lips cannot speak how we loved you Our hearts cannot tell what to say But God only knows how we miss you In our home that is lonely today.

Love you always, forever missed and loved by your wife Noreen and sons Noel and Jerry.

8TH & 18TH ANNIVERSARIES

MOYNIHAN

In loving memory of Michael Moynihan Who died on the 21st of October 2004 and Sheila Moynihan

Who died on 2nd September 2014

Late of Minish, Killarney.

You gave us all you had to give Gifts both big and small But most of all you gave us love The greatest love of all So may the winds of love blow softly And whisper for you to hear That we still love and miss you As it dawns another year.

Loved and remembered by your son Patrick and daughter-in-law Shelia and grandchildren Marie, Gary and Colin.

Remembrances and Novenas can be placed online at www.killarneyadvertiser.ie

17TH ANNIVERSARY

GUERIN

9TH ANNIVERSARY SLATTERY

7TH ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

10TH ANNIVERSARY WHARTON

Fondest memories, every day of The dearest mother

Cathy Guerin

Wife of the late Cornelius Guerin

Late of “Irish Cottage”, Muckross Rd. Killarney, who sadly left us on 21 October 2005.

“For Mam”

“Surprised By Joy”

Surprised by Joy, impatient as the wind

I turned to share the transport Oh, with whom but thee Deep buried in the silent tomb

That spot, which no vicissitude can find Love ,faithful love

Recalled thee to my mind

But how can I forget thee through what power, even for the least division of an hour

Have I been so beguiled

As to be blind to my most grievious loss

That thoughts return was the worst pang

That sorrow ever bore save one, one only When I stood forlorn

Knowing my hearts best treasure was no more

That neither present time nor years unborn, Could to my sight

That heavenly face restore.

William Wordsworth(1770-1850)

Always thinking of you Mam

Also remembering, most especially, their beloved son Cornelius Who very sadly, and too young, left us on 22 September 2014

From your children Mary, Patrick, Margaret, Timothy, Denis and their families.

15TH & 19TH ANNIVERSARIES

DOOLAN

In loving memory of Seanie Doolan

Late of Dalton’s Avenue, Killarney Who died on 7th October 2007 and his sister Shiela Looney (Nee Doolan)

Late of Kippaugh, Glenflesk Who died on 8th November 2003.

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

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your nieces Karin, Erika and nephews Roland & Yuri.

PRAYER TO ST. JOSEPH OF CUPERTINO

O Great St. Joseph of Cupertino, who by your prayers, obtained from God that you should be asked at your examination the only proposition you knew. Obtain for me that I may succeed like you in the examint ion for which I am preparing. I promise in return, to make you known and cause you to be invoked. D.G.

Loving memories of Paddy Slattery

“Merrywood”, Woodlawn, Killarney Who died on 23rd October 2013.

We hold you close within our heart And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again.

Lovingly remembered by your wife Josie, sons Sean, Chris, Brendan, Padraig, Frank and Matt and their families.

5TH ANNIVERSARY

O’CALLAGHAN

In loving memory of Johnny (Tomo) O’Sullivan

Late of Lyreatough, Kilcummin, Killarney Who passed on 24th October 2015.

I am the Resurrection “I am the Resurrection and the life” Says the Lord

“If anyone believes in me Even though he dies, he will live Anyone who lives and believes in me will not die.”

Alleluia

From his loving family, and his three granddaughters Kellie, Rachel and Róise, and great granddaughters Kiyah and Lexi.

Anniversary mass is on Saturday 22nd October at 7.30pm in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin.

28TH ANNIVERSARY

In loving memory of A dear mother

Annie Wharton L ate of Dromin, Fossa, Killarney Who passed away on 25th October 2012.

Till roses lose their petals Till the heather has lost it’s dew Till the end of time, dear Mother We will remember you.

While you dear Gran, rest and sleep Your loving memory, we’ll always keep.

Sadly missed by your loving son Andrew, daughter-in-law Teresa and grandchildren Nikita and William.

10TH ANNIVERSARY WHARTON

In loving memory of Nora O’Callaghan

Late of 16 Marian Terrace, Killarney Who died on 26th October 2017.

Deep are the moments

Precious they stay No passing of time

Can take them away

They bring smiles and tears

But always a wish That you were still here.

From your loving sons Daniel, John and Vincent, daughters Joanie, Noreen and Eileen and all the O’Callaghan family xxx

21ST & 57TH ANNIVERSARIES

BROSNAN

Treasured Memories of Mary and Con Brosnan

Late of Currow and Killarney Who died on 25th October 2001 and 25th May 1965.

Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard but always near In our hearts you are always there.

Sadly missed and never forgotten by all your Family.

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. F.M.

Anniversaries,

O’CONNOR DUFFY

In loving memory of A dear mother Eileen O’Connor Duffy 45 Marion Place, Killarney Who died on 21st October 1994.

May she rest in peace.

“Softly the leaves of memory fall” Gently we gather and treasure them all.

Sadly missed by Helen Duffy, husband Olivier Keogh, Ramona, Oliver Jnr, Bobby, Anthony and all the Duffy family.

Anniversary Mass is on Saturday 22nd October at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

17TH ANNIVERSARY

HEALY

In loving memory of A loving mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother Annie Wharton

Late of Dromin Fossa, Killarney Who passed away on 25th October 2012. R.I.P.

Memories are precious They don’t fade away We think of you always Not just today.

Sadly missed and always rembembered by all your family. xxx

22ND ANNIVERSARY

In loving memory of A loving husband and father Herbert Markowski

Late of Dromin, Fossa, Killarney Who died on 24th October 2000. R.I.P.

A special smile, a special face

A part of the family, we can never replace Feelings are deep, our memories of you For the one we loved and loved so true.

In loving memory of Tim Healy

Late of 24 Mangerton View, Killarney Who died on 22nd October 2005.

Sweet is the sleep that heals all pain We would not wake you to suffer again God took your hands, we had to part It eased your pain but broke our hearts

We have no doubt that you are safe That you have moved to a brighter place And those you loved that went before Were waiting for you at heaven’s door.

Sadly missed and always remembered by your wife Máiread and family.

Loving you always your wife Patricia and sons Anthony and Herbert xxx

Anniversary Mass will be held on 12th November at 7.30pm in Prince of Peace Church, Fossa.

ST. THERESA

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

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Templenoe on brink of impossible dream

One of Kerry’s smallest clubs are 60 minutes away from glory

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL

Templenoe v Kerins O’Rahillys Sunday at 3pm Fitzgerald Stadium

Last weekend, Kilmacud Crokes were crowned champions of Dublin following a narrow one-point victory over Na Fianna in the county final. With 5,000 members and 2,900 players to choose from (including a Footballer of the Year contender who recently transferred from his home club in Galway), Crokes’ success is hardly surprising. Being a superclub doesn’t guarantee success but it certainly helps.

Meanwhile, here in Kerry, an outfit who can perhaps be described as the antithesis of a superclub are preparing for a county final of their own.

Templenoe, a club from a tiny parish on the south side of the Iveragh Peninsula, have around 100 members and 30 senior players. Those figures are

STAR PLAYER: Killian Spillane is hoping to lead Templenoe to victory in what will surely be the biggest game in the club's history. Photo: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile.

small even by Kerry standards. When compared with the likes of Kilmacud, you would have to assume that the two clubs are operating in different galaxies. However, should they prevail in Sunday’s Club Championship final against Kerins O’Rahillys, Templenoe will be Kerry’s representatives in the Munster Club Championship. Should they manage to navigate the provincial competition and

should Kilmacud do likewise in Leinster, the two will meet in the All-Ireland semi-final.

Of course, that’s looking too far ahead but it does put into context how remarkable Templenoe’s success to date has been. From Division 5 and the Novice Championship to Division 1 and the final of the Senior Club Championship in a decade or so - no time at all in the context of an 89-year-old club. Winning the Senior Club Championship shouldn’t really be possible for them, but now they’re on the brink.

It’s no fluke that they’ve made it to this final, by the way. In fact, their form in the competition so far has installed them as marginal favourites to prevail against a far more established Rahillys team. After defeating Kerry kingpins Dr Crokes and Austin Stacks and drawing against neighbours Kenmare, Templenoe advanced to the semi-final stage where they met Dingle. There, Killian Spillane kicked 0-5 to help them to a 0-14 to 0-10 win.

Injuries took their toll in the County Championship as they failed to progress beyond the group stage (with such a small playing population, any absentees are bound to be sorely missed) but now they appear to be approaching full strength. One of their four Kerry seniors, Gavin Crowley, is hoping to return from a

calf injury.

On the other side of the coin, Kerins O’Rahillys are also coming into this final on the back of a disappointing County Championship. They were the ones put to the scythe in the Group of Death as heavy defeats to East Kerry, Dingle and Spa left them rooted to the bottom. Key players

Jack Savage and Cormac Coffey were missed when they weren’t around – the pair have emigrated to Dubai – but they are expected to be available on Sunday. The 2021 Kerry SFC finalists have plenty of talent at their disposal. David Moran, Barry John Keane and Tommy Walsh are household names and diminutive young forward Conor Hayes has caught the eye during his nascent senior career. It wouldn’t be at all surprising if things clicked for them in the Park on Sunday and they claimed their first Senior Club Championship title since 2010.

Templenoe have perhaps shown more promise over the course of this season, though. Another solid hour could be enough to complete their incredible ascension to the summit of Kerry football.

VERDICT: Templenoe by one.

Their form in the competition so far has installed them as marginal favourites.

SEE OUR COLUMNISTS’ COVERAGE OF THE WEEK IN SPORT EAMONN FITZGERALD & SEAN MORIARTY

ADAM MOYNIHAN

sport@killarneyadvertiser.ie

Kenmare can survive at Stacks’ expense

SENIOR CLUB RELEGATION PLAYOFF

Austin Stacks v Kenmare Shamrocks Sunday at 1.15pm Fitzgerald Stadium

With just eight senior teams in the Club Championship and two of those teams guaranteed an unwanted spot in the relegation playoff every year, it is perhaps inevitable that even the big dogs will flirt with demotion at one point or another. Still and all it came as a shock to see Dr Crokes in last year’s playoff, although they ultimately survived at the expense of local rivals Legion.

This year it’s Austin Stacks’ turn to look down the barrel of the gun. The reigning Club and County champions have failed to re-establish their dominance in 2022 and defeats to Templenoe and Dr Crokes (either side of a victory over Rahillys) left them bottom of Group A. Reaching the final of the County Championship would have spared them the ignominy of the relegation playoff but, in truth, that never looked particularly

likely – especially with star midfielder Joe O’Connor sidelined with a serious knee injury.

Their last outing, an extra-time defeat to Feale Rangers, will have done little for their confidence and it is notable that they are going into Sunday’s playoff as slight underdogs.

Kenmare Shamrocks also exited the County Championship at the quarter-final stage but the manner of their defeat to East Kerry was more heartening. They pushed the apparent champions-in-waiting all the way and in the end they only missed out by a kick of a ball.

After losing to Stacks in the last two Club Championship finals, Seán O’Shea and co. will feel as though they owe the Tralee side one.

VERDICT: Kenmare Shamrocks by one.

County final fixed for Austin Stack Park

The 2022 Kerry Senior Football Championship final between East Kerry and Mid Kerry has been fixed for Tralee on Sunday, October 30. Throw-in at Austin Stack Park will be at 2.15pm.

Local GAA fans had been hoping for a Killarney final – the last five finals as well as this years’ semi-finals had been staged in Tralee – but the County Board confirmed that this year’s decider will once again be staged at the county capital’s more intimate venue.

Both the Senior Club Championship final and relegation playoff are being held at Fitzgerald Stadium this coming Sunday.

Tournament favourites East Kerry booked their spot in Sunday week’s county final thanks to an incredible 50-metre kick by county man Paul Murphy. The captain’s strike deep into injury time gave his side a late one-point lead and their opponents, Dingle, were unable to produce an equaliser.

Dingle led by two points at half-time having played with the wind at their backs

but East Kerry levelled matters within three minutes of the restart thanks to points by Cian Gammell and Ronan Buckley. A goal by Dylan Geaney reignited Dingle’s spark soon after but their advantage was shortlived: Paudie Clifford palmed home following a goalmouth scramble to tie the game up once again.

Dingle found themselves a man up following a red card for Buckley and they were on the cusp of the final when they led by a point heading into injury time.

However, two monstrous points – one by Paul O’Shea and the second by Murphy – fired the men from the east to their third county final in four years. Mid Kerry advanced from the other semi-final after seeing off Feale Rangers with six points to spare. The damage was done in the first half when the likes of Liam Carey and Éanna O’Connor capitalised on the wind to run up a nine-point lead.

East Kerry are very strong favourites to go all the way now that Dingle have been accounted for. Jerry O’Sullivan’s side are odds-on favourites to beat their divisional counterparts in the final.

Austin Stacks may be one of the most successful clubs in the county but the ruthless nature of Kerry football means that no one is ever really safe.

SHAMROCKS: Dara O'Shea of Kenmare Shamrocks will play an important role in Sunday's playoff match.

Photo: Séamus Healy.

DUEL: Mark O'Connor of Dingle tussles with David Clifford of East Kerry during last Sunday's county semi-final at Austin Stack Park. Photo: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile.

New Scotts Lakers captain Rui Saravia says it is a “pleasure” to lead the team as they aim for a playoff spot in the 2022/23 National League season.

The 25-year-old Portuguese player signed for the Lakers at the start of last season and he has quickly made Killarney home. While fellow foreigners Godwin Boahen and Emilian Grudov have moved on to pastures new, Saravia chose to stick it out in Kerry for one more season at least.

His loyalty has been rewarded with the figurative captain’s armband and speaking to the Killarney Advertiser this week the popular playmaker revealed that he is relishing the role – and his time in this corner of the world.

“Killarney is a beautiful town,” Saravia said. “I felt welcome here since the moment I arrived. People are nice and we get good crowds to the games. I feel at home.

“I’ve been playing for a while now and I’ve played professionally in Portugal as well, so as soon as I came to the team I feel as though I had a leader’s mentality.

I think the coach (Jarlath Lee) saw that in me and that’s why he offered me the role. I took it gladly because I’m vocal and I want to share the knowledge that I have with the young players. For me, it’s a pleasure to captain this team.

"As the team captain I’m trying to push everybody to be aggressive in practice and take everything seriously. Hopefully that will help us take the next step.”

The National League can be unsettled by

Rui relishing captain’s role

Portuguese playmaker hoping to lead Lakers to glory

nature as players – particularly international players – transfer quite frequently. The Lakers have been no different. Saravia admits that this has been challenging but he still feels as though he and his teammates can challenge for top honours this season.

“Normally the foreign players come here and look for a good place to start – they don’t think about the long-term. It’s difficult having to rebuild again this year because we felt we had a good thing going last season, especially at the end of the season. It’s tricky now with new players. The good thing is that the local Kerry players are still here and they’re getting better and better.

“At the moment we’re just adapting to each other and making the effort to get to know each other. We’re not at full strength yet but we’re evolving every week. We have a strong team. Hopefully

we can get a good spot in the playoffs and from there it’s anybody’s game. I think we have a team that can fight for every match.

“I want the kids to get better as well and maybe make the national teams. We’re trying to get everybody minutes, and if they can help us win then all the better. We need all the help we can get.” Saturday’s home game against the Limerick Celtics (7.30pm, Killarney Sports

& Leisure Centre) will give Lakers fans their first opportunity to see 6’9” Swedish centre Aron Walker. Saravia believes he and his teammates will need to be at their best to improve on their 1-1 record.

“The Celtics have won their first three games. They have a new squad this year and I think they’re much stronger than last season. From the games that I’ve watched on Basketball Ireland TV, they’re solid and they’re aggressive.

That’s what we’re expecting: an aggressive team from minute one. They do a full-court press as well so we’re gonna have to be aware of that.

“We will need to match their intensity and play our best basketball because even small distractions can kill us.

“We’re playing at home so we’re hoping that we have all the support that we need in the crowd.”

LEADER: Rui Saravia believes the Lakers have what it takes to make the playoffs.

As team captain I’m trying to push everybody to be aggressive and take things seriously.

Winning start for Killarney RFC

The Killarney U18s girls made the trip to Cobh last Saturday to take on a combined Cobh/Dolphin team in their first game of the U18 Munster League.

Although they were playing in blustery conditions against a strong side, it was clear from the beginning that the Kerry girls meant business. Within two minutes of the kick-off the outstanding Killarney No. 8 Ava O’Malley scored the first try of the day - the first of four tries that she ended up scoring – and Fia Whelan added the conversion. Next up to score for Killarney was Niamh Dorrian, whose try was converted by her twin sister Bronagh. The speedster Marina Eagar added an outstanding try - the first of a brace for her two – which was

duly converted by Whelan.

Cobh/Dolphin then scored a try in response but the visitors had the perfect reaction when Ali O’Donoghue got in on the act after some very good play by the hard-working Katie O’Donogue.

Two of the Kerry girls, Kealan O’Leary and Lilly Morris, celebrated birthdays on the day and fittingly Morris got the final try of the game. The loudest cheer of the day was reserved for this particular score as the birthday girl dotted down in the final play of the day.

KILLARNEY: 1. Lilly Morris (joint captain), 2. Molly Gabbit, 3. Emer O’Keeffe, 4. Cara O’Connell, 5. Kealan O’Leary, 6. Katie O’Donoghue, 7. Clodagh Foley, 8. Ava O’Malley, 9. Robyn Landers, 10. Fia Whelan (joint captain), 11. Niamh

TACKLE: Killarney player Clodagh Foley puts in a strong hit on a Cobh/Dolphin opponent.

Dorrian, 12. Bronagh Dorrian, 13. Ali O’Donoghue, 14. Marina Eagar. Coaches: Diarmuid O’Malley, Josh Whelan, Liam Murphy. Manager: Jenna Moynihan. The Killarney U18, U16 and U14 girls

teams train every Wednesday evening at 7pm. If anyone wants to give rugby a try, they are encouraged to turn up to the club’s Aghadoe base on Wednesday. They will be more than welcome.

AROUND THE WORLD

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21

NFL Sky Sports Action 1.15am Saints @ Cardinals

NBA Sky Sports Arena 12.30am Bucks @ 76ers, Clippers @ Lakers

SNOOKER Eurosport 1 11.45am Northern Ireland Open

RUGBY TG4 & Premier Sports 1 7.35pm Connacht v Scarlets

SOCCER RTÉ 2 7.45pm Shamrock Rovers v St Pat’s F1 Sky Sports F1 8pm US Grand Prix

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22

NBA Sky Sports Arena 3am Nuggets @ Warriors

SOCCER Sky Sports Premier League 11.30am WSL: Spurs v Man City

SOCCER BT Sport 1 12.30pm Nottingham Forest v Liverpool

SOCCER Sky Sports Football 12.30pm Hearts v Celtic

GOLF Sky Sports Golf 1pm Mallorca Open

HORSE RACING ITV4 1.30pm Cheltenham, Doncaster, Newbury

SOCCER Premier Sports 2 3pm PL Everton v Crystal Palace

RUGBY RTÉ 2 & Premier Sports 5.15pm Leinster v Munster

GAA RTÉ 2 8pm Leinster SFC: Palatine v St Patrick’s

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23

GAA TG4 2.30pm Dublin SHC: Kilmacud Crokes v Na Fianna

SOCCER Sky Sports Premier League 2pm Southampton v Arsenal

SOCCER Sky Sports Premier League 4.30pm Tottenham v Newcastle Utd

RUGBY LEAGUE BBC 2 2.30pm World Cup: Ireland v Lebanon

SOCCER BT Sport 1 7.45pm Roma v Napoli

GOLF Sky Sports Golf 8pm The CJ Cup

| Climber who competed without hijab gets hero’s welcome

An Iranian climber who took part in an international competition without her hijab has returned to jubilant scenes on Wednesday.

Wearing the hijab is mandatory for female athletes from Iran, but at the event in South Korea on Sunday Elnaz Rekabi did not wear one.

The incedent followes a series of protests in Iran which were sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini, a woman who had been detained by the country's morality police over her clothing. Since the 22-year-old's death, women in Iran have been removing their hijabs in public to make a stand. Rekabi insisted that competing without her hijab was "completely unintentional" upon her return to her home country, although this reasoning has understandably been questioned by global media given the circumstances.

| Warriors down Lakers in NBA opener

Defending champions the Golden State Warriors made a winning start to the

2022/23 season by defeating LeBron James’ LA Lakers in San Francisco.

Stephen Curry had 33 points, seven assists and six rebounds in Tuesday night’s 123-109 win. The game was also notable for the contributions of Draymond Green and Jordan Poole. Footage of an in-training altercation between the two Warriors teammates went viral after finding its way into the public domain during preseason. Green, the aggressor, was fined for his role in the dust-up but he avoided suspension.

James had 31 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists for the Lakers but it wasn’t enough to derail the league’s top-ranked team.

| Ireland name squad for Autumn series

The Irish rugby team have named a 37man squad for the upcoming Bank of Ireland Nations Series fixtures against South Africa, Fiji and Australia.

Ireland will play the Springboks for the first time in six years when Jacques Nienaber’s World Cup-winning side return to Aviva Stadium on Saturday, November 5. Fiji also return to Dublin for the first time since 2017 on November 12. Ireland’s final game of the series is against Australia on November 19. Ireland last faced the Wallabies in the summer of 2018 where they secured a famous victory.

The Ireland squad will be captained by Johnny Sexton and there are six uncapped players in the squad: Ciaran Frawley, Jeremy Loughman, Joe McCarthy, Calvin Nash, Jimmy O’Brien and Cian Prendergast.

Klopp is right to call out state-owned clubs

Accusing Jürgen Klopp of xenophobia is pretty low. Liverpool’s German manager strikes me as anything but prejudiced; his comments on societal issues are invariably thoughtful, respectful and inclusive.

Yet when he recently spoke about stateowned clubs like Manchester City, Newcastle United and Paris Saint-Germain, his remarks were spun and repurposed in a fairly transparent way.

The question put to Klopp in the buildup to last weekend’s clash with City was pointed to begin with. How do Liverpool keep up the super-rich club seeking their fifth league title in six years?

“You have the best team in the world and you put in the best striker on the market,” Klopp replied, referring to freescoring Norwegian Erling Haaland.

“No matter what it costs, you just do it. I know City will not like it, nobody will like it, you’ve asked the question but you know the answer. What does Liverpool do? We cannot act like them. It is not possible. Not possible. It is just clear and again you know the answer.

“There are three clubs in world football who can do what they want financially. It’s legal and everything, fine, but they can do what they want. They will say: ‘Yeah but we have...’ but it’s exactly the fact. We have to look at it [and say]: ‘We need that and we need that and we have to look here and make it younger, and here a prospect and here a talent’ and that is what you have to do. And you compete with them.”

“It is not a problem at all for me, it’s like it is. Don’t ask me that question because you always open this discussion and it’s me telling you. But you all know it, you should know. I heard now that at Newcastle somebody [sporting director Dan Ashworth] said: ‘There is no ceiling for this club.’ Yes, he is right. He is absolutely right. There is no ceiling for Newcastle. Congratulations, but some other clubs have ceilings.”

The response from supporters of these three special clubs, along with sections of the media, was predictably wide of the mark. Klopp was accused of target-

ing Arab-owned clubs with his comments. After all, Liverpool themselves are exceedingly wealthy by almost anyone’s standards, and they too are owned by foreigners. In their case the owners happen to be American (just like the backers of Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal).

The majority of the clubs in the football league can’t compete with the money being spent by any club in the upper echelons of the Premier League, regardless of who owns them, so what’s the difference? Why focus on City, Newcastle and PSG?

In reality, when you pare back the tribalism and club loyalties, the differences between Liverpool and City are massive. Liverpool are owned by independent businessmen (say what you want about America as a political entity, and there is

plenty to say, the US government have nothing to do with it). City, meanwhile, are effectively owned by a state (Abu Dhabi), as are Newcastle (Saudi Arabia) and PSG (Qatar).

As flush as Liverpool are, they can still go bust. Clubs backed by oil-rich states can’t. This is the financial disparity that Klopp was referring to.

In addition to this, only a very naïve or wilfully ignorant fan fails to recognise that the practice of governments buying football clubs is sportswashing, plain and simple. The states we’re talking about have poor records when it comes to human rights. Projects like Manchester City allow them to reshape that reputation and reposition their own brand on a global scale.

If Fifa and Uefa had a backbone between them, they would deny these states the luxury of owning a football club in England or in France, and they would deny Qatar the honour of hosting the upcoming World Cup.

Sadly, as we all know by this point, they don’t.

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

As flush as Liverpool are, they can still go bust. Clubs backed by oil-rich states can’t.

THE WEEK IN PICTURES

SOCCER: The Killarney Celtic U15 boys team who defeated Bridge Celtic 5-0 in the National Cup.

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU: Wilson Da Silva of BJJ Killarney who won four gold medals at the IBJJF London Fall International Open.

GLENFLESK: East Kerry PRO Michael O'Mahoney presenting the Bill Tangney Cup to Glenflesk vice captain Donal O'Sullivan and captain Seán Lacey: Photo Séamus Healy.

LGFA: The Fossa U14 girls team who defeated MKL Gaels in the East Kerry Division 1 final.

BASKETBALL: The Killarney Cougars U13 boys team who defeated St Paul's 26-24.

PITCH & PUTT: Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club Captain Seán Kelly (fourth left) pictured with prizewinners from his Captain's Prize last Sunday morning. John Murphy, Adam Kelly (winner), John McGrath, Nathan Cronin, Aidan O'Keeffe, Declan Kelly, Brian McCarthy, Damien Fleming and Daniel Kelly.

Killarney Athletic

U13 NATIONAL CUP: Athletic 5 Nenagh AFC 0. In a first half where we had lots of chances Athletic took the lead from peno spot with Enna Hennigan slotting it into the bottom corner. Second half was much the same with Conor Moynihan getting his first of the day when he cut in on his right and curled it into top corner after a lovely pass from Michael O’Sullivan. The 3rd goal came from Jayden Hurley when ball was played out and his also hit the top corner from 20 yards out. Game was comfortable now and Conor Moynihan completed his hat trick, his first of the season. Into the next round Athletic go and we would like to wish Nenagh the best of luck for their season.

SENIORS: Killarney Athletic 2-1 Castleisland AFC (Matthew Horgan, Brendan Moloney). Ian Prendergast starting for Jack Cooper who was sunning himself in Portugal playing very well on the left played the ball back for Tadgh Doolan to cross to the back post and up pops Matthew Horgan to score another goal with his head. Athletic took over the game and looked to run out easy winners only for Castleisland to score a great counter attacking goal finished off by Tommy Feehan. 1-1 but credit to the boys they never dropped their heads and just got on with their game. Dara O’Shea winning the battle of midfield with a man of the match performance played the ball across the box to Matthew Horgan who put Brendan Moloney through to unleash a shot to the bottom corner that no keeper would of saved. 1-2 at the end and we move on to the next round. Great team performance.

Killarney Celtic

RESULTS: FAI Junior Cup - Shannonside

FC 0 Killarney Celtic 1 (Trpimir Vrljicak). U15 National Cup Rd 2 - Killarney Celtic 5 Bridge Celtic 0 (Patrick O’Brien 3, Samuel Scroope, Dara Horan). U15 Div 1 - Castleisland AFC B 4 Killarney Celtic 1 (Killian O’Callaghan). U13 National Cup Rd 2 - Killarney Celtic 8 Shannon Town 0 (Luke Clancy 3, Kiernan Kelly, Conor McElligott, Marco Mosca, Nikita Tkachenko, Stephen Shine). U13 Div 1 - Killarney Celtic B 2 LB Rovers 3 (Jason Harrington, Simon Sirotiak).

GIRLS: U15 Premier - Killarney Celtic 5 Fenit Samphires 0 (Emma Daly 3, Sarah Warren, Liadh Forde).

Mastergeeha

LOTTOL There was no winner on October 14 of the Jackpot for €4,800. Numbers drawn were 1, 7, 10, 23. Consolation prizes of €50 went to Ian Millis c/o Klub, Pat Walsh, Milleen c/o Post Office, Mary O’Donoghue, Lacca (online), KathleenO’Leary, Milleen. Next draw is October 21 for a Jackpot of €5,000.

Killarney Legion GAA

MINOR LADIES: Our Minor Ladies hosted the East Kerry Final last Friday in Direen and not for the first time this year MKL Gaels were their opponents. They made a great start to the game with Andrea Murphy stealing in for a goal quickly followed by points from Caelyn O’Grady, Emma Horan and Orianne McGillycuddy. MKL Gaels replied with five points of their own but at the end of the first quarter it was 1-3 to 0-5 in favour of the Legion girls. Unfortunately as they seemed to have the habit of doing, MKL went on a scoring blitz netting 3-3 without reply. However, points from Orienne McGillycuddy and Aine Devlin steadied the ship to see the half time score at 3-7 to 1-5. Again they made a determined start to

the second half hitting three early points through Lucy Spellman, Chloe Hue and Orianne McGillycuddy and it was back to a five point game, 3-7 to 1-8. But lightning struck twice, or in MKL’s case three times and in the blink of an eye the scoreboard read 6-9 to 1-10 in favour of the Mid Kerry side. To the girls credit they battled away but the gap could not be bridged and the laurels went to MKL Gaels. Final Score MKL Gaels 6-10 Killarney Legion 1-11.

MOTHERS AND OTHERS: Our Mothers and Others group were busy preparing for a blitz to be held in Direen last Saturday. With a number of teams invited the inclement weather took its toll as some teams were unable to attend. But the Legion Ladies and to their eternal credit Laune Rangers committed to make the day happen. And so the rain ceased to fall as heavily as it did and some action did take place. And the fun was had and they laughed and enjoyed their day. And afterwards there were cakes and chats galore. Take a bow Ladies, ye did not wilt! Made of stern stuff!

Spa GAA

CONGRATS to Niall O'Mahony who has been named as a selector with the newly appointed Kerry GAA Minor management team alongside Wayne Quillinan (Austin Stacks), Seamus O’Dowd (Dingle) & David Heasman (Milltown/Castlemaine).

CAIRDE SPA DRAW: A new one-off draw to raise funds towards the development of the club and the ongoing projects to maintain and develop our facilities, such as a skills wall, car parking layout, dressing rooms for the ladies and juvenile teams, perimeter fencing, dugouts, lighting on the walking track and much more. Tickets are available from club officers or visit spagaa.com/competitions/cairde-spafundraising-draw for details on how to enter. There are ten prizes up for grabs: 1st Prize: €15,000; 2nd Prize: €3,000; 3rd Prize: €2,000; 4th Prize: €1,000; 5th Prize: Two Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast at the Killarney Park Hotel; 6th Prize: €500 Voucher for Killarney Furniture & Carpet Centre; 7th Prize: €300 Voucher for O’Sullivan’s Cycles; 8th Prize: €250 Voucher for Killarney Oils; 9th Prize: €150 Voucher for Killarney Hardware; 10th Prize: Signed Kerry Jersey. Thank you as always for your ongoing support of Spa GAA Club.

EK MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP: Spa 1-5 Rathmore 4-10. 2023 MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIP

SEMI-FINALS: Kerry v Waterford/Tipperary and Limerick v Cork/Clare. UP & ACTIVE HALLOWEEN CAMP for primary school children takes place Nov 2-4. To book please contact Evan (087 1496951) or Dan (085 7386444).

LOTTO: No winner and next Monday's jackpot is €8,800. Tickets on spagaa. com or in usual outlets. Some Spa lotto annuals are due for renewal in the coming weeks. Please check with your seller

or ring Jim Gleeson at 087 6340581.

Dr Crokes GAA

EAST KERRY MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP:

Dr Crokes 2-9 Kenmare Shamrocks 2-7 (AET). Our U17 team fought hard in difficult conditions to be crowned the 2022 East Kerry Champions. Playing against a strong wind in front of a large crowd, we got off to a slow start trailing 0-1 to 1-5 at the half time break. We started the second half with a Neil O’Carroll point from the throw in. 5 minutes later, Kasper Robak made a great save however Kenmare were quicker to react and knocked the rebound into the back of the Crokes net. With the game beginning to slip away we threw everything at Kenmare, scoring the next 2 points from play. In the 17th minute Shay O’Meara scored the crucial goal that we had been waiting for. Our best bit of football came in the final quarter with brilliant points from Shay O’Meara, Alex Hennigan and Neil O’Carroll. With time up, and everyone up the pitch, Neil O’Carroll floated the ball high into the Kenmare goal mouth where Jack O’Sullivan soared over everyone to flick the ball into the back of the Kenmare net leaving the scoreboard reading 2-8 to 2-7. After much confusion the referee indicated extra time. The only two points in extra time came from the Crokes forward line in the first half. Our boys showed great character to come back from being 9 points down to win by two. Huge credit must be given to both the team and management for never giving up.

ACADEMY: We continue every Saturday at Lewis Road. For boys and girls aged between 4 and 11. Hurling 10 until 11. Football 11.15 until 12.15. Everyone is welcome from the Killarney area. We have a few exciting developments in the next few weeks.

MOTHERS & OTHERS: Continues every Monday evening at 6.30. All welcome.

Fossa GAA

SENIORS: O'Sullivan cup semi-final. Fossa 2-9 Killarney Legion 0-13. Fossa goalscorers Harry Kelly and Paddy Sheehan. Congratulations to our senior team and management on making the final of the O'Sullivan Cup.

U14 EAST KERRY LEAGUE: Div 1 FinalFossa 4-9 MKL Gaels 4-4.

EAST KERRY: Congratulations to the East Kerry senior team and management on reaching the county championship final especially Fossa’s Paudie and David Clifford.

LOTTO: 13 ,17, 24, 27. Jackpot not won next week’s jackpot is €9150. Thanks for playing.

CONDOLENCES: Fossa GAA would like to extend sympathy to the Buckley family of Gortaree Aghadoe on the death of their brother Tim, May Tim Rest In Peace.

Listry GAA

DEEPEST SYMPATHY: Deepest sympathy to Maura Kennedy, Deirdre O’Sulli-

GLENFLESK: Preparing for the Comfort for Chemo Quiz in memory of Linda Lucey Eviston (originally from Curraglass) in Spillane's Bar were Mary Kelly, Aileen Doherty, Jack O'Donoghue and Rosie Healy. Photo: Séamus Healy.

SPORT

van, Geraldine O’Grady, Denis and Kevin O’Shea, The O’Shea and Deane family on the recent death of their sister Margaret Deane RIP Lissavane/Camp.

U15 MID-KERRY CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL: Congratulations to our Keel/Listry U15 team and their coaches, Pa, Damien, Donal and Seanie, winners of the Mid-Kerry Final against Laune Rangers on Sunday 16th Keel/Listry 1-11 Laune Rangers 0-13.

U17 MID-KERRY CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL: Best of Luck to our minor Keel/Listry team and management in the Mid-Kerry Final on Sunday, October 23 in Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown against Laune Rangers.

SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL: Congratulations to East Kerry team and management especially to our Listry players Ronan Buckley and Ruairi Murphy overcoming Dingle by winning the semi-final by 1 point. The final will take place on Sunday, October 30 in Austin Stack Park, Tralee at 2.15pm.

LOTTO RESULTS: Number drawn 8, 13, 24, 28. €100: Mary O’Sullivan, Rockfield. €50 x 2: Sean Counihan, Castlemaine. Albert Harte, Skibbereen. €25 x 2: Dermot Finn, Faha. Mary Crowley, Drombrick. Next Sunday’s Jackpot €6,900.

LISTRY COMMUNITY COUNCIL: Listry Community Council Meals on Wheels service received a very welcome donation of €764.04 from TESCO Community Fund last week.

TABLE QUIZ: A table quiz to raise funds for Comfort for Chemo in memory of Linda Lucey Eviston will be held in Spillane’s Bar on Thursday, October 27 at 8pm. The quiz is being run on the week that Patrick is running the Dublin City Marathon for the same charity. You can donate to his fundraising for Comfortforchemokerry on the following link. Brook Lodge Hotel Killarney Alannah Eviston, Eviston House Hotel gofund.me/3e83633e.

Kilcummin GAA

EAST KERRY MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP: Div 2 Semi-Final 0 Kilcummin 5-9 Glenflesk 3-10. This was an enthralling game of football played in atrocious conditions by two good and well-matched teams. With the game into injury time and Glenflesk leading by a point our lads showed immense character to keep their composure to work a goal from Gavin Morrissey to effectively seize victory. We still needed a fine save from Liam Kerrisk before Padraigh Moynihan put a gloss on the score line with another goal at the death. Up to those final minutes it had been a tremendous battle throughout with both teams trading some great scores. At half time Kilcummin lead by 3-4 to 1-6 courtesy of goals from Sean Doolan twice and Gavin Cronin but Glenflesk quickly levelled matters and it took a great team performance to see us get over the line and we now look forward the final in a couple of weeks. Team: Liam Kerrisk, Sean Maher, Luke Daly, Bobby Gallivan,

Gavin Morrissey (1-0), Cian Lynch, Connie Counihan, Jack Fogarty, Dara Stack (0-1), Jack O’Donoghue (0-1), Padraigh Moynihan (1-0), Aaron Buckley, Callum McCarthy, Sean Doolan (2-4), Gavin Cronin (1-2). Subs Used Kieran Nagle, Keelin O’Shea.

O’SULLIVAN CUP FINAL: The O’Sullivan Cup Final will be played this weekend against Fossa. Best of luck to team and management. Check emails and social media for date and venue.

EAST KERRY: Well done to East Kerry and the Kilcummin contingent of Paul O’Shea, Kieran Murphy, Philip O’Leary, Dara O’Callaghan and selector Seanie O’Leary who have qualified for the county final against Mid-Kerry with their win over Dingle.

Glenflesk GAA

MEMORIAL TROPHY: This evening in Glenflesk our U13 team gathered for the annual Eoin Moynihan & Maurice 'Mottie' O'Donoghue Memorial Trophy. Both teams played out a thrilling game, with some fantastic scores at both ends. We would like to thank all the u13 management team of Jerry Mullane, Mike Guerin, Cathal Bartlett, Donal Herlihy and Mike Doody for all their hard work and dedication this year. We would also like to thank Brendan Brosnan for referring the game this evening and to senior player Jeff O'Donoghue for presenting the trophy to the winning captain of team Blue, Liam McCarthy. A special thanks to Kennedy's Pet Farm for sponsoring the medals this evening and to Tom Tobin of Killarney medals and trophies who sponsored the player of the year award (Roan Guerin) and Most Improved player of the year (Liam McCarthy).

PATSY O’DONOGHUE U9 BLITZ: The Patsy O'Donoghue Memorial U9 Blitz sponsored by Kennedy's Pet Farm. Glenflesk invited neighbours Ballyvourney to the

annual Patsy O'Donoghue Memorial blitz last Wednesday in Glenflesk. Both clubs fielded three teams each, with a total of 52 players in total taking part. There was some great skills and scores on display by all teams. It was the Glenflesk (Blue) team who were victorious on the night and Dan O'Donoghue, Lisbaby presented the winning team with the trophy. Coiste na nOg referees Denis O'Sullivan and Darragh O'Connell presented each player with a medal afterwards. Well done to all and best of luck to our U9s who travel to the blitz in Mallow on Saturday. Gleann Fleisce abú.

East Kerry GAA

RESUYLTS: Garvey’s Supervalu County Semi-Final - East Kerry 1–9 Dingle 1–8. East Kerry Bill Tangney Cup Final - Glenflesk 2–9 Gneeveguilla 2–5. East Kerry U17 Championship Division 1 Final - Dr Crokes 2-9 Kenmare Shamrocks 2-7 AET. Tatler Jack East Kerry U17 Championship Division 2 Semi-Finals - Kilcummin 5-9 Glenflesk 3-10. Spa 1-5 Rathmore 4-10. Division 3 Semi-Finals - Firies 4-9 Gneeveguilla 2-7.

SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: Congratulations to East Kerry on win over Dingle on Sunday last in Austin Stack Park final score East Kerry 1-9 Dingle 1-8. Congratulations also all team and captain Paul Murphy Man of Match and management. County Final on Sunday, October 30 at Austin Stack Park at 2-15.

O’SULLIVAN CUP FINAL: Kilcummin v Fossa (Saturday, October 22 at 4pm, Venue TBC). Extra time and winner on the day.

Beaufort GAA

FIXTURES: Beaufort senior men are scheduled to play Rathmore on Sunday, November 6 at 2pm in Fitzgerald Stadium in the Co Intermediate semi-final unless the counyt senior football champi-

onship final ends in a draw.

LOTTO: No jackpot winner on Sunday, October 16. Numbers: 4, 8, 20, 28. Consolation Prizes. €80 Ger. Doyle, Carnahone. €50 Catriona Donoghue, Lissivane East, Niamh Corcoran, Beaufort, Jim Kennedy, Dunloe. The next draw for a jackpot of €10,200 will be on Sunday, October 30 in Galvin’s Bar. Tickets available from usual sellers, shops, public houses and online at beaufortgaa.com. Thank you to everybody who support the lotto. It is the main fundraiser for the day to day running of the Club. Thank you.

JUVENILES: Many of our juvenile teams have finished training and games for the season. Thank you to all the players who participated. Thanks to the parents and everybody who transported players to the games and training. Thank you to all the coaches who gave of their time and expertise in training and organising the teams. Hope everybody enjoyed the season.

ONLINE CLOTHES ORDERS: A reminder that clothes needed for Christmas presents to be ordered now to ensure delivery on time. The link for the O’Neills online shop is on right of Home page of beaufortgaa.com. Club gear is also available in the Club shop. Please contact Mary at 086 0640065.

CLUB DEVELOPMENT: Beaufort GAA Club are embarking in a Club Development in the form of an All-Weather Playing pitch and are holding a fundraising draw. Prizes will be a Ford Focus car and cash prizes. Tickets are €25 each, 3 for €60 and are available from local sellers, shops, and public houses and online at www.beaufortgaa.com.

LOST PROPERTY: A number of items of lost clothing are available for collection at the Clubhouse after the season. Lost property can be collected on Tuesdays and Fridays from 7.30pm to 8.30pm.

GAA: The Spa U10 girls took part in the Training with the Stars day in Kenmare recently as part of a fundraiser for St Francis Special School. Also pictured are Kerry footballers Micheál Burns and Tadhg Morley.

Ross Golf Club (Ladies)

COMPETITIONS: October 22. 18 hole Single Stableford Competition. Tee time 10.30am. Enter via the ClubV1 app. Spooky Scramble – Saturday, October 29. 9-hole scramble. Tee time 10.30am Enter via the ClubV1 app.

CHRISTMAS HAMPERS: October 31. 9 & 18 hole Single Stableford Competition. Tee time 10.30am. Enter via the ClubV1 app.

GOLF LESSONS: Gordon Howard is available to give golf lessons. Please contact Gordon directly in the Club House.

MEET AND PLAY OCTOBER: Each Wednesday & Thursday morning for October only everyone welcome especially beginners. Meet at 10.15am for 10.30am. All members welcome.

Maine Valley Members Golf Club

LADIES RESULTS: 18 Hole Stableford sponsored by Laune Pharmacy & Tips to Toes Beauty: 1. Marian Dore (48) 36 pts. 2. Mary Conway (28) 34 pts. 3. Anne M. Foley (36) 31 pts (B9). Ladybirds 12 Hole Stableford Oct 11: 1. Marian Dore (CH/50) 24 pts. 2. Mary Conway (CH/29) 23 pts. 12 Hole Stableford 4/10/2022: 1. Una Moroney (CH/22) 23 pts.

FIXTURES: 9 Hole Stableford Get together sponsored by Tomo Burke Electrical, Castleisland, takes place on Saturday, October 22. Entry Sheet on Notice Board. Draw for partners. 18 Hole Stableford sponsored by O’Sullivans Bakery, Killorglin can be played October 29 to November 1 (Saturday to Monday).

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club

CAPTAINS PRIZE: Thanks to all those who played on Sunday in our Captain Sean Kelly's prize as the elements had to be braved for many in the second round after a dry start! Both Shirley and Helena gave a wonderful spread of food for all competitors afterwards as we thank the Grounds Committee for the fine condition of the course today despite the weather. After his father Declan claimed the Willie Parker last week, Adam Kelly followed up by winning the Overall Nett in the Mens grade with a great score for the conditions of 87, the only player to break 90.

RESULTS: Mens (Strokeplay) - Overall Nett: Adam Kelly 87, Overall Gross: John McGrath 93, Second Nett: John Murphy 91 (B18), +3-6 Nett: Declan Kelly 95, 7-15 Nett: Aidan O'Keeffe 91, 18 Nett: Daniel Kelly 44, 18 Gross: Damien Fleming 46, Ladies (Stableford) - Winner: Mary Murphy 42 pts U16 (Strokeplay) -Nett: Nathan Cronin 110, Gross: Brian McCarthy 120.

CLUB MATCHPLAY (ADULT): Sponsored by Murphy’s Bar & Restaurant, takes place this Sunday. All interested players are asked to have their names into either John McGrath or Kieran Fitzpatrick by Friday night. Further details will follow on

Club Facebook Page and Club text thereafter.

COUNTY MATCHPLAY: Entries (€10) for this event on Sunday, October 30 must be received and paid for by this Sunday. Contact John or Kieran if interested in playing.

Killarney Rugby

COACHING COURSE: Killarney RFC was delighted to host the Munster Minis Coaches course last Saturday at Aghadoe, where new coaches got an opportunity learn the fundamentals of Minis coaching and the more experienced coaches an extremely useful refresher. There was a fantastic turnout of coaches from all over Munster with a strong Killarney contingent attending. Special thanks to Ray Gadsen, Euan Gee and Fiach Loughlin of Munster Rugby who made the course highly interesting and enjoyable for all. YOUR CLUB YOUR COUNTRY: The annual Your Club Your Country draw is now open and we are selling tickets at €10 to raise funds for the club. The draw is a country wide IRFU draw with some amazing central prizes but we would ask all members to buy a ticket. We will have sheets at training where you can sell up to 10 tickets and all funds raised go directly to our club, so please support.

RESULTS: U14 Girls: Skibbereen 10-66 Killarney. U18 Boys: Killarney 31-10 Killorglin/Iveragh. U18 Girls: Cobh/Dolphin 5-62 Killarney. Seniors Killarney 14-29 Charleville and District.

FIXTURES: U16 Girls: Clonakilty V Killarney, Saturday at 12.30pm. Seniors: Carrick on Suit V Killarney, Sunday at 2pm.

Killarney Cougars

U13 BOYS: St Paul 24 Killarney Cougars 26. A local derby game for the boys saw Killarney Cougars travel to hosts in Kilcummin school for this U13 Boys league

game and a closely contested game needed overtime to produce a winner with the Cougars just edging out the home side. Cougars led by two points at half time thanks to good baskets by Luke Clancy, Setanta Hurley and Marco Mosca and looked set for victory late in the final quarter but 4 points by Darragh Keane tied the game with seconds remaining with a big three pointer by the impressive Callum Cox disallowed in the last seconds deemed to be after the final buzzer . Cougars had the better of the overtime with Setanta Hurley and two free throws by ice cool James O’Callaghan clinching the points in a very entertaining game.

U12 BOYS: St Paul 31 Killarney Cougars 33. St Pauls hosted Killarney Cougars hosted in the Killarney Community College and the Cougars staged a strong second half comeback to take the points in a closely contested game. St Pauls led 24-14 at halftime thanks to great baskets by Kieran Moloney. The Cougars chasing the game dominated the third quarter to come back into contention with improved defence and baskets by Sean O'Sullivan, Freddie Prendiville and James Rooney all contributing great scores to push Cougars ahead by 2 pts at the end of the third quarter.A low scoring tense but very exciting last quarter saw Cougars hold onto the lead to take the win in a well contested game. Good performances for the Cougars by Freddie Prendiville, Sean O’Sullivan, Mark Doonan and Mark O'Connor.

Killarney Salmon and Trout Angling Club

DINNER: This coming Saturday night (October 22) we host our annual dinner for 2022 in the East Avenue Hotel, the year that is the 40th anniversary of the foundation of the club. We would love to

see a good turnout of members past and present to celebrate with us.

Also coming up in November, the Munster Senior Bank Competition will take place on Saturday, November 26 at Ardaire Springs, Mooncoin. Entry fee is €60 per angler and each competitor is required to bring a controller - entries being accepted up to November 8.

Fossa Two Mile Comhaltas

DANCING: Our adult set dancing classes with Catherine Joy continues every Tuesday night at 9pm in the Fossa Community Centre. All very welcome.

Kilcummin

TFI LOCAL LINK KERRY: You can check out TFI Local Link Kerry’s bus services into the town of Killarney by visiting our dedicated Killarney page on locallinkkerry.ie/killarney.

SCHOOL SECRETARY VACANCY: School secretary required for Kilcummin National School. The position will be for twelve hours per week and is subject to Garda vetting. Applications with CV should be forwarded to: Chairperson B.O.M. Kilcummin N.S., Kilcummin, Killarney, Co. Kerry by October 28.

KILCUMMIN N.S. JUNIOR INFANTS: Kilcummin National School is currently enrolling for September 2024. Please contact Kilcummin National School by email at kill43163@gmail.com or 064 6643163. Enrolment application forms are now available on our website. Please see www.kilcumminns.com for further information. We look forward to hearing from you.

KILCUMMIN COMMUNITY CARE: Community Care meet every Tuesday from 11am to 1pm in the GAA hall. Hot dinner provided, free transport available. Anybody interested please contact Mary Doyle on 064 663357/ 086 1550803.

TAEKWONDO: Master Albert Shortt (Killarney, Treasurer of Taekwondo Ireland) with Maura O'Reilly (Kenmare Taekwondo), Melody Rand (French Taekwondo champion) and members of the French Embassy promoting the 2024 Paris Olympics at Christian Brothers College, Cork.

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