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Big day out as baby Odhran is christened

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“She was a woman who gave so much”

The devastated family of Joanne Downey, who died following a tragic accident near the Cleeney Roundabout, this week paid tribute to their loving mom - who they said “gave so much” to others. | By Sean Moriarty

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The popular Ballydribben woman, who is originally from Knocknagoshel, was struck by a lorry at around 9am on Friday last. Emergency services rushed to the scene and she was rushed to Cork University Hospital but sadly passed away on Sunday. The road was closed until late Friday afternoon to allow Killarney Gardai forensically examine the scene and investigating officers are seeking witnesses to the incident. Her son Chris this week told the Killarney Advertiser that they are “heartbroken” and miss her “terribly”. “We are heartbroken at the loss of our mom,” Chris said. “As I said at the funeral, she was a woman

who gave so much, and never asked for anything in return. There is a huge hole in our lives without mom and we will miss her terribly.” Joanne loved her children dearly and did whatever she could to make them happy. She also loved her club Killarney Legion and made life-long friends there, friends that turned out in droves on Wednesday in Dirreen to applaud her commitment to the club. “She loved caring for others and was so proud to qualify as a care worker last year. Mom went back to work at the age of 50, it was probably the only thing she ever did for herself and we were all so proud of her achievement. Putting on the care uniform gave her so much pride, joy

TRAGEDY: The late Joanne Downey who died tragically after an accident at Cleeney Roundabout.

and independence,” he said. “She was a strong women, she didn’t always have it easy but she managed, raising six children pretty much single handed. I think she did a fairly good job. She raised us to look out for one another and I think if she was looking down on us the past few days she would be very proud of us all, in particular Shane and Cassie who were right by her side all week until she was finally laid to rest on Wednesday.” He explained that his mom loved Killarney town, the sense of community here, and was always happy to get involved

with different committees. “Mom wouldn’t pass someone without stoping for a chat.” Killarney Legion also paid tribute to Joanne this week. “The club was devastated beyond words to hear of the very sad tragic passing of Joanne Downey early this week,” said club PRO Elaine O’Donoghue. “Behind every club there are good women who work quietly and effectively for the good of the club, Joanne was one of these. Her loss will be immeasurable to the Legion Club. She will always be remembered within the club for her selfless work and kind heart. A true lady, family woman and Legion legend.” She is survived by her father Joseph, children Mark, Chris, Katriana, Ellie, Shane and Cassie, and granddaughter Éabha. She was laid to rest on Wednesday in Aghadoe Lawn Cemetery following Requiem Mass at St Mary’s Cathedral. Meanwhile Killarney Gardai yesterday (Thursday) renewed their appeal for witnesses to the accident to come forward. “It was at a busy time as people were going to work,” Superintendent Flor Murphy told the Killarney Advertiser. “We thank the people who have already come forward but there are many more who may have seen something - it is a busy junction and there are shops and other services nearby.”

Pub owners anger at Government indecision | By Sean Moriarty Publicans in Killarney are calling for the Government to allow them open on August 10 and for it to stop judging rural pubs on what is happening in Dublin. There are 90 licensed premises in Killarney - including hotels and restaurants and all but 12 of them have opened since June 29. The remaining pubs are not allowed open as they do not serve food. They are considered local bars for local people but they have not traded since March as a result of COVID-19 regulations designed to prevent people from gathering in the one area. Since the June reopening date, pubs in Killarney that serve food are allowed open and serve alcohol with a meal. The discrepancy is unfair according to pub owners in Kerry and resulted in an emergency meeting of the Kerry Branch of the Vintners Federation of Ireland in Tralee on Tuesday night, which was attended by representatives of the Killarney Vintners. The local vintners group exists primarily

to raise funds for events like Christmas in Killarney and the annual 4th of July celebration, and leaves the political issues to the county federation. Tony McSweeney and his family have been running the McSweeney Arms Hotel and the adjoining Sand Trap Bar for 70 years. While the premises attracts a large amount of tourists is it primarily a locals’ bar and is very popular with local horse racing fans. His daughter, Kelly Ann, attended Tuesday’s meeting and afterwards the family called for more leniency from the Government so they can reopen their landmark town centre pub. “A simple thing like allowing us serve until 10.30pm and close by 11pm latest every night, and regulate that, is one solution,” Tony told the Killarney Advertiser. “And those who flout it, come down heavy on them. I am talking about pubs in rural Ireland. There is no way you can compare these pubs to pubs in Temple Bar. I am against opening until one or two in the morning, but it can be regulated for these pubs; the Americans would call them neighbourhood bars.” His idea was taken to Dublin by the Kerry

Branch Chairman Christy Walsh from Listowel, but the outcome of that meeting, which took place yesterday (Thursday), was not publicised by the time the Killarney Advertiser went to press. His daughter has similar views. She is upset that her family-run local pub is considered the same risk as a casino, nightclub or late night venue. “We are respected licence holders – we are going to do it right,” she told the Killarney Advertiser. “Opening more bars spreads out the amount of people that are already in town – people will be separated out. Give us stricter guidelines and we will follow them. It is unfair to group rural pubs into the same category as night clubs and casinos. How can you compare rural Ireland to a club in Dublin? Why not open my bar, or Jimmy O’Brien’s beside me, but at the same time do not open Copper Face Jacks.” As it stands, pubs will be allowed reopen on August 10 subject to the COVID-19 situation in the country at that time. But bar owners remain very worried that their issue will be kicked down the road once again.

GIVE US A CHANCE TO OPEN: Tony McSweeney and his daughter Kelly Ann say the Government is not helping small family run pubs like their landmark Sandpit Bar on College St.

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STANDSTILL: Our 2017 design show the site's potential but there is still no movement on what will happen with the Áras Phádraig.

A tale of two towns It seems the powers that be are putting projects in Killarney on the long-finger while similar ideas in other towns get pushed through at a much faster rate. | By Sean Moriarty

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In the first of a two-part series, the Killarney Advertiser’s Sean Moriarty exposes why this town is left floundering as other towns push ahead and reap the rewards. In Part One we look at how substantial land donations by two very different institutions, one unique to Killarney and the other, a global business giant based in

Tralee, had polar opposite outcomes. The Áras Phádraig on the Lewis Road, a former popular community centre has been idle since May 2009 when the Franciscan Brothers transferred ownership of the facility to the municipal council. Five years later, Kerry Group, the global food giant with its world headquarters in Tralee, donated its former Denny’s Meat

factory site at the Island of Geese in the town centre to its home town. At the latest meeting of Killarney Municipal Council, the elected members were told: “Kerry County Council has appointed Reddy A&U Architects to prepare a development plan for the Áras Phádraig site and adjoining car park. A number of options are being considered for the development. An economic and financial Cost Benefit Analysis is being carried out on each of these options in accordance with the requirements of the Public Spending Code”. Meanwhile, in Tralee, last February Kerry

County Council and the Tralee Municipal District unveiled plans for the Island of Geese site including a three-storey office block; a large park and public realm area featuring a children’s play area; public seating and an amphitheatre with curved seating. Elected members of Tralee Municipal District approved these plans in early July. Tralee is pushing on with its plans to redevelop a donated site. Killarney is still in the “development plan stage” despite having a five year head start over the county town. In fairness, the Áras Phádraig site hit a legal hitch connected with the charity status of either the donator or the receiver - but surely Tralee hit similar snags along the way? It took until 2017 before the legal hitch could be overcome in Killarney, but three years down the road we are still no closer to getting this important facility, which is fast becoming an eyesore, off the ground. Three years ago, the design team at the Killarney Advertiser came up with our own concept – so why is this project so far away from being even started, not to mind finished? It took Tralee less than six years to get from the point of receiving the donation to approving plans. Nearly 12 years on, and Killarney remains in the planning stages and we are asking whose responsibility is this and who is going to step up and make this happen now and not dilly-dally for God knows how long more. HAVE YOUR SAY: What is your Killarney view? Email sean@killarneyadvertiser.ie.

New tax rebate scheme for staycations welcomed | By Sean Moriarty Holidaying in Ireland is set to become tax deductible as part of a new scheme launched this week by the Government to encourage Irish people to take their holidays at home this year. The stay-and-spend initiative to boost tourism was confirmed yesterday (Thursday) as part of the July stimulus package following a cabinet meeting in Dublin Castle. Domestic holidaymakers can expect to receive €125 back on a €600 spend on accommodation and restaurant bills. The refund will come in the form of a tax credit or rebate. The offer is expected to come into effect in October and run until April 2021. The move has been welcomed by the Irish Hotel Federation (IHF) but they warned that the Government needs to do even more to save an already troubled industry.

“Any and every move must be welcomed,” Bernadette Randles, Chair of the Kerry branch of the IHF told the Killarney Advertiser. Her family runs the Dromhall Hotel on Muckross Road, which was recently granted Fáilte Ireland's COVID-19 Safety Charter. As the country continues to progress along the Government’s Roadmap for reopening society and business, intention to take a break in Ireland among Irish consumers is growing. Fáilte Ireland’s latest consumer sentiment research shows that 60 percent of Irish people are now planning a short trip in Ireland in the next six months. However, safety is a significant concern for people. Responding to these insights and the potential growth in the domestic market in 2020, Fáilte Ireland has introduced the COVID-19 Safety Charter to provide reassurance for consumers that they can book their domestic holiday with confidence.

AT YOUR SERVICE: Fáilte Ireland's COVID-19 Safety Charter acts as a clear visual indicator to drive confidence among holidaymakers to take a ‘safe’ break in Ireland. Bernadette Randles (pictured centre, Proprietor of the The Dromhall Hotel) received the certificate this week. Pictured from left: Josephine O’Driscoll (Fáilte Ireland Team Manager Wild Atlantic Way Southern Peninsulas), Ciara O’Callaghan (Dromhall Hotel), Bernadette Randlesm (Proprietor), Cian McCarthy (Dromhall Hotel), Jenny De Saulles (Director of Sector Development, Fáilte Ireland) and Paul O’Sullivan (General Manager, Dromhall Hotel). Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

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Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre ready to reopen its doors this week Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre reopened their gym Wednesday, and plan to reopen the swimming pool to the public next week. Working with Kerry County Council, Coral Leisure, which manages the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, have been working hard over the past number of weeks to prepare for a safe return for staff, customers, members and clubs to the facility. The main priority had been, and remains, the health and safety of all users of the facility and this has required changes in the way services are provided. The phased return of services commenced with the reopening of the gym this week and the reopening of the swimming pool from Tuesday (July 28).

All other activities and services will be introduced later and on a phased basis in line with Government and public health advice. Centre management will be limiting the numbers of patrons that can access the facility at any one time. Changes have been introduced to ensure physical distancing is maintained and all users are being asked to follow and observe these measures. Coral Leisure will provide all customers, members, users and clubs with further information on how to access and use the centre and the various services over the coming days. Coral Leisure and Kerry County Council look forward to the support of all patrons and members and appreciate their cooperation at this time.

BABY'S DAY OUT: Martina Breen Long and David Long pictured with baby Odhran during his christening in St Mary's Cathedral on Saturday.

Big day for baby Odhran Friends may not have been able to join the celebrations due to current restrictions but that didn't stop baby Odhran Long's big day going ahead in St Mary's Cathedral on Saturday. | By Michelle Crean The little tot from The Park, who is now eight-weeks-old, was christened by Fr Jim Lenihan, surrounded by his parents Martina Breen Long and David Long, grandparents John Breen, Ann Galvin and Charlie Long. Godparents were Martina's nephew Quentin Breen and David's sister Marissa Long. "Marissa currently lives in Australia so she wasn't able to travel over," Martina told the Killarney Advertiser this week. "I'd say that if it wasn't for COVID she would have been there as she is due a visit home. David's mom Ann stood in for her." The couple were joined by 17 family members for the very special occasion. In what would normally be a bigger

occasion with friends joining the celebrations, Martina told the Killarney Advertiser that it would have been nice for them to be able to come but with current restrictions it just wasn't possible. And Martina's sister-in-law Breda was busy on the day capturing it all on camera to share with friends and family afterwards. "I wanted to get it done in case there was a second lockdown," Martina, who is originally from Pinewood, said. "It was a lovely ceremony. We all enjoyed a fabulous meal in the Dromhall Hotel afterwards and I have to thank Michael Talbot who is one of the managers there." Two very important people in her life were very much missed on the day, her mom Peggy and her sister Jacqueline, who have sadly passed away.

80TH BIRTHDAY: Happy birthday to local man Christy Sheehan, pictured here with Snowball. Christy, who is very well known throughout the town and for his dedication to St Paul's Basketball Club, turned 80 on Saturday last. Best wishes from all at the Killarney Advertiser. Photo: Michelle Crean

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This week Killarney Advertiser’s Michelle Crean is 'In Conversation' with Superintendent Dan Keane who lives in Glenflesk. The Bantry man, who has lived in Killarney for 32 years will official retire today (Friday) from An Garda Síochána after 37 years service.

Dan says farewell to policing after 37 years’ service During his expansive career, which began in 1983, Dan was involved many serious crimes and disturbances in the Kerry Garda Division including over 12 murder cases - being the Senior Investigating Officer on many of these. He was also the first appointed Detective Inspector in the history of An Garda Síochána in Kerry. Over the years he was involved in numerous VIP security details including politicians, US Presidents, Princesses, Ambassadors, and the visit of Prince Charles and Camilla to Kerry in 2018. Now the 56-year-old, who is taking up a severance package targeted at Senior Managers in the Garda organisation,

is preparing to slow life down and says that it will certainly be a different pace and something which he'll have to get used to. The father of three, who is married to Catherine, is hoping to travel when it's safe to do so, and he's especially keen to see his middle son Kevin in Sydney who works for Ernst & Young. More time will also be spent with his oldest Daniel, who is a serving Garda in Kilkenny and

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CHAMPIONS: Liverpool Football Club fans celebrate with a parade through the town on Wednesday evening. Photo: Sean Moriarty

youngest Aidan who is heading into his Leaving Cert year in The Sem. "I'm planning to take stock for a while and in the New Year see what happens," Dan told the Killarney Advertiser. "I'd love to visit Kevin in Sydney and tour parts of the world I've never been to post-COVID."

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Aged just 29, Dan was promoted to Sergeant and spent seven years as a Detective Sergeant in Killarney. He was then promoted to Inspector in 2005 and appointed to Detective Inspector in 2007. In 2012, he took up the role of Superintendent, and over the past eight years has served in Roxboro Road, Limerick, Henry Street, Limerick, Listowel, and Tralee. Dan was Superintendent in Charge of the Limerick City of Culture for the year 2014 which had a quarter of a million people out on the streets of Limerick -

TEAM: Reds Together Forever. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

Football fans paint the town red | By Sean Moriarty Liverpool Football Club fans brought traffic in Killarney to a standstill on Wednesday evening as they celebrated their side’s victory in the English Premiership. The Reds secured their first Premier League title as well as their first English League title in 30 years last month following an extremely impressive season.

The team was awarded the Premier League trophy in a ceremony following their last home of the season against Chelsea on Wednesday night. Before the final game close on 50 Liverpool fans gathered at St Oliver’s National School ahead of a parade of Liverpool Football Club liveried cars through the streets of Killarney. It was a bitter-sweet moment for local Reds fans – known as 'Reds Forever Together (Killarney)'. It is the first time that

the biggest ever crowd recorded in Limerick over three days, bigger than when the Pope came in 1979 or when J.F. Kennedy came. And asked what his favourite time in service was, he adds that it was all of them. "I enjoyed every rank. You build up a certain amount of experience with each one and get something different in all of them. I was the first Detective Inspector for the Kerry District for five years and that was very challenging but rewarding and I've enjoyed my time as Superintendent." He thanked the many colleagues he has worked with over the years. "You meet a lot of people with a lot of different backgrounds. Working with them has enriched my career. I'd like to say a big thank you to the public in Kerry as well."

the Merseysiders lifted the Premier trophy and is 30 years since they won the English Division One League, the previous name for England’s biggest football championship. However, current COVID-19 restrictions meant the local fans were unable to gather in a pub and watch their team defeat Chelsea Football Club in the final home game of the season. Straight after Wednesday’s game the League Cup was presented to the Liver-

pool squad but the local fans had celebrated at home. Wednesday’s parade through the town added plenty of colour and atmosphere – the local fans even had a replica Premiership Trophy - which they proudly held aloft as they drove along, horns blaring. “It was some buzz around the town on Wednesday evening,” club member Joe McCarthy told the Killarney Advertiser. “But everyone had to go their own way after the parade. I celebrated at home. I felt it was very harsh on the players to receive the trophy without any fans in the stadium to see it. It was still a great night.”

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OPINION Ireland’s rural students are still in limbo

Since the start of this pandemic, there has been much discussion about the fate of Ireland’s primary and secondary schools. However, missing from this conversation has been any meaningful consideration to what will happen to Ireland’s third-level institutions. On Wednesday, Minister for Higher Education Simon Harris finally attempted to confront the problems facing universities with a package of €168 million for students and colleges - but his plans still left pressing questions unanswered. Owing to the requirements of social distancing, universities throughout Ireland have declared their intention to reduce the number of contact hours students will have, replacing physical classes with online ones. Although this sounds quite straightforward, it leaves students living in rural Ireland in quite a conundrum. For students living in Cork or Dublin attending university in their respective cities, it is quite easy to attend your online classes from home and commute to college for the remaining

The idea that we can replace college with an online substitute is worrying. physical contact hours. For Kerry students studying outside the county, things aren’t as simple. Studying in Dublin, they're faced with the dilemma of paying for accommodation in a university where they’ll only have a handful of actual contact hours or staying down in Kerry for the year. As appealing as a three-and-ahalf-hour train journey up to Heuston Station each day sounds, the idea

Our columnist James Knoblauch gives his local spin on national issues that students from rural Ireland can commute as easily as those in our cities is ridiculous. It seems great in theory that you can do your course online, but that proposal assumes your Internet is good enough. One of the Government’s measures includes €15 million of grants to finance Internet access for students. On the face of it, this is a promising proposal, but funding for Internet is useless if you live in an area that has a bad signal. Besides, if your course is entirely online and you aren’t using the college’s facilities, how on earth can they still justify charging such high fees? If your degree is no more than an online course that you can do from your bedroom, how can it command the same cost as before? The idea that we can replace college with an online substitute is also worrying. Who knows the isolation or mental health impact that such an avenue could lead to? While we shouldn’t be shocked by our politicians once more forgetting about rural Ireland, it shouldn’t be acceptable that students have received such little information. With fees and accommodation costs burdening students and families, the lack of clarity on the return of third-level institutions represents a serious absence of leadership. The Government commits more funding but fails to give a clear message on how colleges should return. This approach has particularly left rural Ireland’s students in limbo and many may find themselves asking the question should they stay, or should they go?

A lockdown fit for Dublin When the cabinet announced that the reopening of Ireland’s pubs was to be delayed until August 10, Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae responded by declaring “there’s an awful difference between Dame Lane and Ballinskelligs”. Whatever way you feel about the Healy-Raes, or the reopening of Ireland’s pubs, Deputy Healy-Rae makes an important point about our Government’s approach to the pandemic. Nearly half of Ireland’s Coronavirus cases have been in Dublin, despite the county being home to only 28 percent of our country’s population. These

skewed figures show how much more potent the virus is in urban areas, and importantly, raises the question of why the whole country should endure the same lockdown as Dublin. One of the greatest divides that exists in Irish society today is between rural and urban Ireland. When it comes to infrastructure, public transport or broadband, it is evident that Dublin is favoured above the rest of the country. There aren’t any Luas lines in Kerry, Dublin Bus doesn’t operate down here, and public transport scarcely exists in many parts of the county, yet we are to believe that the same restrictions

that are being used in Dublin are the ones that should be used in rural Ireland. By the very nature of the fact that moving around in rural counties is a lot more difficult than in Dublin, it should be obvious that different restrictions ought to apply to different counties. Throughout the world, countries have used “local lockdowns”, applying harsher lockdowns to the areas that have the highest number of cases. Our “one size fits all” approach unfairly impacts rural counties like Kerry. Before restrictions began to be eased, the 5km travel limit that applied across the country embodied the disproportion-

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Cut VAT to save the Kingdom With the Government set to unveil Ireland’s COVID-19 economic stimulus package by the end of the month, a lot is on the line for a town like Killarney. Given that nearly one in every five are employed in the tourism sector in Kerry, how the Government aids our hospitality industry will be essential to Killarney’s economic future. As so many jobs rely on the industry, the Government needs to act decisively in protecting the tourism sector. Cutting VAT for the hospitality sector would benefit consumers in getting more people to eat out, while also helping make up for some of the lost business that our restaurants would otherwise have had from foreign tourists. Our British neighbours have met with much criticism for their response to the virus in many regards, but their bold and extensive economic response has won bipartisan support. The Irish Government should similarly ensure that its economic stimulus package looks beyond Dublin in how it benefits the country. Killarney needs a plan that will protect our economy both today and into the future.

ate restrictions being imposed. 5kms in Dublin might allow you to access a host of amenities, but in Glenflesk or Kilcummin, you might be lucky to find a church or a shop within that distance. As we continue to emerge from lockdown, it is becoming clear that we will have to learn to live with this virus. We can’t quarantine the whole country forever and the virus can quickly return in nations that seem to have beaten it. Going forward, our Government should focus on easing restrictions in rural counties that have a low incidence of the virus and maintaining restrictions in more densely populated counties. Otherwise, if we continue to apply the lockdown that is needed for the worst areas to the whole country, we may find ourselves “emerging from lockdown” for a very long time.

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KERRY GIFT CARD: A new Kerry Gift Card was launched this week by Kerry Chambers and Kerry County Council. Pictured were: Killarney Chamber President Paul Sherry with Tralee Chamber President Kevin McCarthy and the Mayor of Kerry, Councillor Patrick Connor-Scarteen. Photo: Domnick Walsh

New county gift card to support local businesses In a show of unity to support businesses in the county, the collective Kerry Chambers and Kerry County Council this week launched The Kerry Gift Card to encourage people in Kerry to shop locally and spend locally. | By Sean Moriarty

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Chamber, the Kerry Gift Card will be available for businesses right throughout the county and will allow shoppers to spend money in their outlets and on their services. “Kerry Chambers and Kerry County Council have been working closely together in recent months on practical and mean-

Confusion reigns over Government’s travel advice | By Sean Moriarty Killarney people living in London say they are willing to come home for the entire month of August so they can holiday in Kerry and comply with the 14-day self-isolation rule. One family, who did not want to be named as they feared they would be accused of bringing the virus to Kerry despite doing everything right, say they are willing to extend their annual two-week holiday and have already made plans to do so. However, they are calling on the Government to issue clearer guidelines on travel. The UK is not on the list of ‘Green’ countries approved by the Irish Government this week. New wording on HSE websites says people who arrive from countries not on the Green List are being told to restrict

their movements for two weeks and not self-isolate for two weeks as was previously the case. By law, once overseas visitors fill in the locator form and state what address they are staying at, the Gardai have very little powers to control or stop visitor movements. There is further confusion as Irish people arriving in the UK do not have to isolate on arrival. “We are trying to figure it all out,” a family member told the Killarney Advertiser. “Everyone says self-isolate but the words changed to restrict movements this week. We are planning on going home for a month so we can get our two weeks holiday – we won’t have to isolate on return to London.” The Government’s advice is that Irish people should not travel overseas this year, however there is no advice issued to citizens or residents of other countries who wish to travel here.

ingful ways in which businesses can be supported through the current economic difficulties,” Mayor of Kerry, Councillor Patrick Connor-Scarteen, said. “This new Kerry Gift Card is an ideal way for people in the county to support their local shops and businesses.” Chief Executive of Kerry County Council, Moira Murrell, encouraged businesses to sign up and get involved. “For every Euro spent locally, local jobs are being supported, local employers are being supported and the wider Kerry economy is being supported for all our benefit. I would urge Kerry businesses to sign up and participate in this worthy campaign.” Ken Tobin, CE of Tralee Chamber added that they had originally been looking

at launching this card for just the Tralee area to replace the outgoing voucher programme. “However, through discussions with our colleagues throughout Kerry it became very evident that we needed to all come together to support the entire economy of Kerry. As a county we are very focused now on rebuilding our economy, and this card will be a vehicle that allows the public to support local businesses of all sizes everywhere in Kerry.” Paul Sherry of Killarney Chamber said that “it is vital that once this card is launched that the corporate sector, and members of the public use this card to support local businesses”. “When it comes to Christmas gifts, birthday presents and rewarding staff then the Kerry Gift Card is the only option that ensures the money stays within the county.” Businesses will be contacted by email during the coming weeks by the various Chambers in Kerry to introduce them to the One4All team, and businesses interested in signing up straight away should email ken@tralee.ie for further information.

New Government cuts local airport funding by €1.2 million | By Sean Moriarty On Wednesday the Department of Transport announced that it was providing almost €2.5 million in Exchequer funding to the airports of Donegal, Ireland West (Knock) - and Kerry, with the local airport in line to get €1,178,595. The funding is part of an annual allocation which is given to all regional airports. It is not part of the EU’s Pandemic Stabilisation and Recovery Fund announced earlier this week. The allocations go towards capital investment in areas like safety and security - but funds to Kerry Airport are about

€1.1m short of last year’s allocation of €2,208,911. “In an effort to establish certainty in a very challenging environment, it is my intention to examine supports for regional airports over the coming weeks and to finalise a new five-year Regional Airports Programme in the autumn. I hope that this will give airports the assurances they need on Exchequer funding supports over the period between now and end 2024,” said Hildegarde Naughton TD Minister of State at with responsibility for Aviation. Kerry Airport did not comment on the issue before the Killarney Advertiser went to press.

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Killarney business receives coveted All-Star accreditation A Killarney based business has achieved a quality mark signifying it meets the highest standards of service and trust.

New priest appointed to Fossa parish This week, Bishop Ray Browne announced clerical changes for a number of parishes across Kerry including a new Parish Priest for Fossa. | By Michelle Crean Fr Niall Geaney from Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church in Tralee will, on Wednesday, August 5, take over from Fr Tom Looney in Fossa, due to his retirement. Speaking about the new appointments Bishop Ray Browne said this week that he had hoped for very few changes in light of the current pandemic. "My hope was to have very few new appointments this summer. This became even more a priority in the light of the Coronavirus. Amid the Coronavirus the welcomes and farewells are difficult for the priests and their communities. Sadly, in recent months two of our priests died, Fr Liam Comer and Fr Michael Fleming. Both were faith-filled, capable priests and much loved by their communities. Sincere sympathy to their families and to their parish communities."

He also thanked Fr Tom Looney for his dedicated years to the communities he served in and wished him well. "Fr Tom Looney is also retiring this year. We thank him and wish him well. Our priests demonstrate a great spirit of willingness to accept new appointments, in the interest of best serving all the 53 parishes in the diocese." This week Fr Looney had a message for his parishioners. "I am delighted to let the people of Fossa know that as I shall be retiring from August 5 next Bishop Ray Browne has appointed Kiltegan Missionary Fr Niall Geaney, who is a native of Castleisland, as Parish Priest of Fossa. We wish naoi gcéad mile fáilte to this veteran Missionary who has served Pobal Dé in Nigeria, Sudan, Uganda and Kenya, and also every blessing and good health in his new appointment. Can I sincerely thank you for all your co-operation and great help during my Fossa years."

ACCREDITATION: Killarney HR & Payroll, has been awarded the coveted Business All-Star accreditation. Pictured: Damien McCarthy

“We will attend an online ceremony on July 30 and look forward to a trip to Croke Park later in the year to receive our presentation.” The All-Ireland Business Foundation is responsible for overseeing the All-Ireland Business Summit and All-Star awards, ongoing All-Star accreditation, Thought Leader awards and promoting peer dialogue among members. The process to select the next group of Business All-Star accredited companies has begun and further information is available at businessallstars.ie.

Local sports to broadcast live online Two of the biggest sporting events taking place in Killarney this weekend will be broadcast live online to allow fans watch games they cannot attend due to crowd gathering restrictions. Local side Dr Crokes contest the opening round of the Kerry Petroleum Club Championship at 7pm tonight (Friday). They face Templenoe in Fitzgerald Stadium but fans are not allowed attend the game because of COVID-19 restrictions that are currently in place. The match will be streamed live, on ker-

rygaa.ie, in a pay-per-view scheme that has been set up by the Kerry County Board in an effort to allow fans watch games they are currently prohibited from attending. Killarney Celtic’s FAI Junior Cup Quarter Final tie against Fairview Rangers will be broadcast live via the Killarney club’s Facebook page. The match is scheduled to start at 4.30pm tomorrow (Saturday) and will feature commentary from Niall ‘Botty’ O’Callaghan. The match itself, which is taking place at Celtic Park, kicks-off at 5pm.

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RETIRING: Fr Tom Looney pictured in June 2019 celebrating his Golden Jubilee Mass with Bishop Ray Browne at the Church of Christ, Prince of Peace. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Killarney HR and Payroll, a Human Resource Management and Payroll outsourcing service, was awarded the coveted Business All-Star accreditation. This is an independently verified standard mark for indigenous businesses, based on rigorous selection criteria. The accreditation is overseen by the prestigious All-Ireland Business Foundation, whose adjudication panel is chaired by Dr Briga Hynes of the Kemmy Business School at the University of Limerick and Kieran Ring, CEO of the Global Institute of Logistics. Dr Hynes said the accreditation, which is now held by over 350 firms, is needed by the thousands of small and medium businesses which operate to their own standards, but have nothing to measure them by. “We evaluate a company’s background, trustworthiness and performance, and we speak to customers, employees and vendors,” she said. “We also anonymously approach the company as a customer and report back on the experience. “The business goes through at least two interviews and is scored on every part of the process against set metrics.” Damien McCarthy of Killarney HR & Payroll added that they “were delighted to be accredited a Business All-Star and that it was a mark of the companies continued dedication and support as a HR & Payroll service provider to businesses in their home county and nationwide”.

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CELEBRATION: The Lake Hotel has received five prestigious Irish Hotel awards.

Not ONE - but FIVE awards - for The Lake Hotel Just as they reopened their doors post-lockdown one local hotel was thrilled to learn that they had secured not one - but - five Irish Hotel awards. The great news for The Lake Hotel, Killarney, comes following a rigorous inspection earlier in the year by The Irish Hotel awards who celebrate the amazing commitment and dedication of the hospitality industry in Ireland to providing simply outstanding guest experiences. They won four provincial “Best in Munster” accolades: Fine Dining Hotel of the year, Great Irish Breakfast, Country House Hotel of the year and Anthony Barber was awarded Munster’s Restaurant Manager of the year. The Lake Hotel also received a Great Place to Stay Quality Award, in recognition of the overall quality of the product and service provided. An awards ceremony was due to take place in March, however it was postponed due to the lockdown restrictions at the time. The awards came as a lovely surprise and is an uplifting boost just as the team prepared to restart the business. “We are extremely proud of our team," Sales and Marketing Manager, Sheila O’Callaghan said this week. "To be recognised for excellence across so many categories is a fantastic achievement. These awards are a true testament to the hard work and dedication of our outstanding team.”

She said to receive the title of Munster’s Fine Dining Hotel is a phenomenal accomplishment. The Lake Hotel’s Castlelough Restaurant is a multi-award winning entity, previously awarded Best Hotel Restaurant, retaining a 2AA Rosette for five consecutive years and now recognised as Best Fine Dining venue in Munster. The success of The Lake Hotel’s dining space is due to the experience and commitment of Restaurant Manager, Anthony Barber, Executive Chef Noel Enright and both their teams. Award winning Chef Noel Enright is highly committed to delivering culinary excellence with delectable seasonally attuned menus, using the best of locally sourced produce. Anthony Barber, winner of Munster’s Restaurant Manager of the year, has led the food departments at The Lake Hotel for seven years. "He is passionate about providing an exemplary customer service experience and takes great pride in his work. Anthony is also an accomplished wine connoisseur, pairing wines beautifully with varied dishes. The Lake Hotel also received Munster’s Great Irish Breakfast award; this is owed to the faultless work ethic of the superbly talented breakfast chef Asta Penggai. Asta has been serving up breakfast at The Lake Hotel for five years and is a true asset to the team."

For generations the people of Killarney have given a warm Irish welcome to visitors from across the country and the globe - but this year find themselves in a very different position due to the devastating impact of COVID-19. The recent global health crisis has done untold damage across the local hospitality sector - the country's key tourism hub which attracts 1.1 million visitors per year. With 85 percent of revenue coming from the industry, the ‘Tourism Capital of Ireland’ depends on visitors more than any county and has felt the full brunt of this crisis. Generations upon generations of local families have spent years dedicating themselves to their businesses, whether it be B&Bs, guesthouses or hotels, guaranteeing jobs for life for many, and seasonal work for others However, this year is different and beyond their control, and in a bid to ensure the survival of the industry, the work of tourism chiefs including the Kerry branch of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) and the new Tourism Recovery Taskforce, Kerry Tourism Industry Federation (KTIF), headed by Killarney man Pat O’Leary, has to be commended as they repeatedly call on the Government for supports including VAT reduction to keep their doors open. What is needed now is a strong stimulus package for tourism which generates €661 million annually in Kerry, employing some 14,000 people. In response to the economic crisis,

Kerry County Council and Kerry Education and Training Board introduced an innovative ‘Safe Destination Kerry’ programme, alongside IHF and KTIF to reassure visitors returning the county that they can do so safe in the knowledge that staff are equipped with the skills and training to work safely under the current restrictions. And in the past few weeks more and more hotels, hospitality and visitor attractions across Kerry have begun to receive their ‘Safe Destination’ badge following the completion by their staff of specialised training on cleanliness, hygiene and customer interaction in the COVID-19 environment - helping us all feel more comfortable as we emerge from the lockdown. Fáilte Ireland has also introduced the COVID-19 Safety Charter to provide reassurance for consumers that they can book their domestic holiday with confidence. With the number of international tourists arriving into Ireland at a severely reduced number this year, staycations, which have increased in popularity in the past few months - are of vital importance. Stay local, buy local, support local jobs and industry.

Council tries again to get progress on St Finan’s site Elected members of Killarney Municipal District are to seek a meeting with newly appointed Minister for Education, Norma Foley TD, in an effort to secure the use of the former St Finan’s Hospital for the town. The property is owned by the Health Services Executive (HSE) but could be sold into private hands. There have been repeated calls to transfer the site to the town of Killarney. A portion of the property will be used to build the new community hospital as revealed by the Killarney Advertiser in April of this year. However, it remains unclear what will be-

come of the remaining lands on the site, including the old hospital itself which is a protected building. Cllr Michael Gleeson, who has been a long-time campaigner for the site to be transferred to Killarney, says he is “blue in the face” from the several proposals he has made over the years but have all fallen on deaf ears. He wants the Council to meet with Deputy Foley to reaffirm a previous proposal to use the facility for the new Munster Technological University (MTU) which resulted in the amalgamation of IT Tralee and Cork IT. “I am blue in the face from trying to promote a beneficial public use for St Finan's Hospital and attached lands,” he told the

Killarney Advertiser this week. “I have tried to promote it as a centre for apartments for retired older people - but nobody seems interested. At the (Killarney Municipal District) meeting I asked that the Council would contact Minister Norma Foley in order to determine if it could

have a use as part of the new Munster Technological University.” Cllr Maura Healy-Rae also raised St Finan’s at the July meeting. Kerry County Council officials said: “Presently, future plans for the St Finan’s campus are a matter for the HSE”.

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The Government has announced that face coverings must now be worn in all shops, retail settings and shopping centres. This week Grigoriy Geniyevskiy from the Killarney Advertiser asked our readers on the streets of Killarney if you agree with this decision and if you feel people are adhering to social distancing guidelines when out and about. GERRY FALVEY

“People should be using face masks indoors. There is no social distancing at all. There could be trouble.” ANN HANLEY

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“Face masks should be used inside. Not many people are though, and not many people are social distancing. There will probably be a second wave as we’re back to the old normal now. People should respect the regulations more. They see it as a trend rather than a serious health problem.”

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“Face masks should be used, especially indoors. People are not really social distancing and are getting more relaxed. More than likely there will be a second wave in the next few weeks. There’s a lot of travelling going around.”

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“It’s a personal safety thing. Face masks do help. You can’t socially distance as it’s so unorganised. There’s a second wave coming, and people don’t realise a pandemic is a pandemic and how serious it is. The Government should not be putting blacklists on Irish people leaving the country and at the same time allowing people all around the world in.”

“Absolutely, face masks should be worn in public places, indoors and out. We think there will be a second wave coming as people have relaxed too much. Please be aware of the rules and regulations and be responsible.”

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“People should wear face masks, especially indoors. I have noticed more people have started wearing them, but some people are starting to forget a little bit about social distancing. We will manage if we all keep up the effort.” SIOBHAN BROSNAN AND JOAN CRONIN

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“People should be wearing face masks, indoors especially. It’s bad at the moment. No one is social distancing and you don’t see many who do. A second wave is literally around the corner. Some young people don’t social distance and some old people forget at times.”

“Face masks should be mandatory in all public places. There’s a possibility of a second wave but there seems to be also more social distancing now. Be responsible for yourself. If people follow the rules and regulations it will go away.”

“I don’t think it should be mandatory to wear face masks in all public places, but people should use their own sense and think of other people. We feel like there has been more people social distancing. We hope there won’t be a second wave. Be aware and responsible.”

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Danny Healy-Rae OPINION says he tried but Mask or no mask can’t wear face mask Editor Michelle Crean gives her opinion about wearing face masks in public

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What a changing society we live in these days. COVID has really changed the way we live and wearing masks is beginning to become normal.

Kerry TD Danny Healy-Rae says that although TDs in the Dáil have been told to wear face masks he says that he cannot due to allergies. Speaking to the Killarney Advertiser yesterday (Thursday), Deputy HealyRae says that he’s willing to buy a visor as an alternative as he finds the masks “too hot” and “very sticky”. “I have tried to wear one,” he said. “But it’s kind of claustrophobic and it’s limiting. I have some allergy and it puts me coughing. I got a fit of coughing the other day in the Dáil without it but I’m a bit slow to go to the doctor.” He says that he will try a visor instead. “I’ll have to buy one.” He added that he feels TDs attending the Dáil shouldn’t have to wear one due to the social distancing between each other. “There’s absolutely no need for it in the Dáil. The only time is when there’s votes as the full compliment or near full are there. When I’m in the Dáil, there’s no one near me for 50 yards. The Government are trying to have us as a template - setting the example for everyone.” Speaking about foreign travel, he says he thinks the Government are getting it wrong.

ALLERGY: Kerry TD Danny Healy-Rae says that he can’t wear a mask as he is allergic and it gives him a fit of coughing.

“People are losing confidence in what they’re doing. There’s a mixed message - that’s a haimes of a story - telling them they can go and not to go, that’s very confusing. We should stick it out for the next few months and avoid travel in and out to try to get rid of it properly.” He added that alternatively everyone travelling should be tested quickly so that quarantine measures could be avoided allowing people the freedom to travel. “They haven’t progressed the testing enough, that would allow more freedom.”

Killarney included in new ‘Emerald Pullman’ staycation itinerary Killarney is to be visited by holidaymakers travelling on a new deluxe train, coach and accommodation tour soon to be operated by Dublin-based Railtours Ireland in association with Iarnród Éireann, with a tour of the Ring of Kerry and two overnight stops at the Great Southern Killarney included in the programme. Marketed under the title of ‘The Emerald Pullman’, the tour will visit almost every tourist sight and destination accessible by road and rail, departing Dublin on Sundays from August 9 until August 23

inclusive, travelling throughout on a fast, comfortable private intercity train exclusively allocated by Iarnród Éireann to the Emerald Pullman service. A departure from their normal rail tours offering, the 7-night, 8-day rail tour was devised as a response to the absence of overseas visitors at whom their programmes are normally aimed. A feature of the package is that guests living outside Dublin can model their plan according to their preference – joining the tour in Waterford, Cork, Limerick, Galway and Belfast – while guests boarding in Dublin can, for example, do segments of the tour.

Since Monday people entering shops will have to wear face coverings. Now, not everyone is in favour of this and some have their reasons why they can’t. According to HSE advice this week - by law you have to wear a face covering when you use public transport. They say that you should also wear a face covering when staying two metres apart from people is difficult, when in shops, shopping centres and all retail spaces - and that this will soon be the law. It’s also advisable they say to wear one in a healthcare setting - this includes hospitals, GP surgeries, care settings, nursing homes and dental practices, when visiting anyone who is more at risk from Coronavirus - such as people aged 70 or over or people who are medically vulnerable or in an enclosed indoor space with other people. TDs, senators and all other officials have been told to wear a face covering while visiting Leinster House. And just yesterday afternoon (Thursday), the UK announced that coverings will be mandatory in enclosed public spaces including supermarkets, indoor shopping centres, transport hubs, banks and post offices as well as when buying takeaway food and drink - although they can be removed in a seating area. Those who don’t follow the rules could

“Working in association with Iarnród Éireann – with all of the comfort and reassurance that provides for customers – the Emerald Pullman package offers holidaymakers the chance to sit back, relax and absorb all of the scenic attractions that

face a fine of up to £100. I myself am most definitely in favour of wearing masks and I have to admit I have been putting one on each time I go out to the shops ever since the COVID outbreak began. Back then it did of course feel a bit alien to have it on not to mention very hot. However, I was one of only a handful wearing it - and I must admit there were many side glances in the supermarket which made me feel really awkward. Personally I don’t do it for me for fear of catching the virus. I choose to wear it to protect others in case, unknown to myself, I’m asymptomatic and pass it on to others, especially the elderly or most vulnerable in our community. Fast forward two months and it’s a whole different world out there. As the country emerges from lockdown and life gets busier as we try to get back to normal, more and more are deciding to now to wear them. Just this week I observed that the majority of people down town had masks on. It’s the “new normal” and I suppose we better get used to it as we have to live with this virus for some time to come. Share your thoughts. Are you in favour of wearing a face mask? Let us know, email Michelle Crean editor@killarneyadvertiser.ie.

has made Ireland the top-ranking tourist destination it is,” Railtours CEO, Jim Deegan, said. Further details of their Emerald Pullman offering can be had at www.railtoursireland.com.

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Killarney's got style! Two winners from this year's Dawn Milk Virtual Ladies Day at the Killarney Races - Best Dressed Lady and Best Dressed Gent - are from Killarney. | By Michelle Crean Siobhan Wharton from Ballyhar won the style stakes with her timeless elegant racing style wearing a white dress from Jasmine Boutique in Tralee and a monochrome hat by the award-winning milliner Jennifer Wrynne. Her look was completed with black shoes from Dorothy Perkins and a black bag from Marks & Spencer. The winning look bagged her €500 and two VIP tickets to the Dawn Milk Ladies Day in 2021. Siobhan’s winning entry photo was taken by her husband Pat at her home in Ballyhar. A psychiatric nurse with the Kerry Mental Health Service, Siobhan is a regular racegoer at the Killarney Races. The Best Dressed Gent was announced as Timmy O'Connor from Beaufort in Killarney. Timmy, who works in Boots in Deerpark, wore a Marc Darcy burgundy jacket with matching trousers from Suits Select Tralee, paired with a grey waistcoat from Burton, white shirt, floral tie and floral pocket from Thomson & Richards and a navy lapel

pin. Timmy completed his look with Cavani navy shoes with a grey check and burgundy laces from Suits Select and a navy/rose gold Guess watch. Timmy also won €500 for the Best Dressed Gent and two VIP tickets to the Dawn Milk Ladies Day in 2021. Timmy’s winning entry photo was taken at Abbeyglen Equestrian Centre in Milltown by his friend Thomas. “There was a fantastic response to the Dawn Milk Virtual Ladies Day 2020," John O’Sullivan, General Manager of Dawn Milk, said. "As a thank you to all the ladies and gents who entered we will be in contact with everyone to give them two tickets to the Dawn Milk Ladies Day 2021. We are looking forward to welcoming everyone back to enjoy with us all the style and fun next year trackside at the Killarney Races. We would also like to express our gratitude and thanks to our judges Aidan O’Mahony and Denise Healy, who worked with us this year to promote the event and select our winners.”

FREE ENTRY: Kerry Bog Village Museum, Glenbeigh, is one of the various visitor attractions throughout Kerry where there will be free entry to visitor attractions on Thursday, July 30 as part of a new initiative launched this week by Kerry County Council and the Kerry Tourism Industry Federation (KTIF). wFrom left: John Mulvihill (Proprietor), Michael Larkin (KTIF), Cathaoirleach Kerry County Council, Cllr Patrick Scarteen O’Connor, Cllr Michael Cahill, Darragh O’Sullivan (Rosspoint Bar and Restaurant, Glenbeigh) and Timmy Mulivhill (Kerry Bog Village Museum). Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

Be a tourist for the day with free entry to Kerry's visitor attractions There will be free entry to visitor attractions throughout Kerry on Thursday, July 30 as part of a new initiative launched today by Kerry County Council and the Kerry Tourism Industry Federation (KTIF).

LOOKING GOOD: Timmy O'Connor from Beaufort won the Best Dressed Gent for the Dawn Milk Virtual Ladies Day 2020 at the Killarney Races.

SHE'S GOT STYLE: Siobhan Wharton, Ballyhar, was announced as the Best Dressed Lady for the Dawn Milk Virtual Ladies Day 2020 at the Killarney Races.

'Kerry Tourism Day' aims to showcase the incredible selection of visitor attractions throughout the kingdom. Locals and visitors alike are invited to experience many of the county’s tourist attractions and experiences free of charge for one day. The initiative aims to strengthen the referral economy amongst locals and communities by offering a countywide ‘open house’ of visitor attractions and tourist experiences. The Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Patrick Connor-Scarteen, encouraged the people of Kerry to show their support for Kerry Tourism Day. “We have a fantastic and diverse range of attractions for all ages here in Kerry," he said. "I would encourage everyone in Kerry to consider being a tourist in their own county for the day by visiting one of our participating visitor attractions – while maintaining social distancing and

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adhering to public health guidelines. This is a really practical way to show your support for our local tourism industry at this challenging time.” Participating visitor attractions include: KPR Pony Rides, The Carol Cronin Gallery, Skelligs Chocolate Factory, The Dingle Distillery, Kerry Bog Village Museum, Spirit in the Kingdom Guided Tours, Tig Bhric & West Kerry Brewery, Blennerville Windmill Visitor Centre, Dingle Darkroom, Kerry Writers’ Museum, Sidetracked Kenmare, Tarbert Bridewell Courthouse and Jail, Scanlon’s Pet Farm, Celtic Nature Walking Tours, The Ross Golf Course, Skellig Gift Store and Outdoor Heritage Gallery, Killarney Lake Tours, Muckross Traditional Farms, The Reeks Guiding Co, Wild Derrynane Seashore Nature Trail, Tralee Bay Wetlands Eco and Activity Park, Vincent Hyland Artist Gallery, Killarney House and Gardens, Muckross Traditional Farms, Jane Hilliard Gallery, Muckross House and Gardens and Kenmare Heritage Tours. To view to full list of participants and avail of either free tickets, complimentary tours or bespoke events simply log onto www.DiscoverKerry.com.

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TV show to help raise funds for Irish music artists TV broadcast 'Songs from An Empty Room' airing on RTÉ 2 tomorrow night (Saturday) will feature performances from five well-loved venues around Ireland - including The Academic in the INEC, Killarney. | By Michelle Crean Hosted by RTÉ 2FM’s Jenny Greene and Eoghan McDermott, a superb selection of Irish artists will perform from 8.30pm - 10.45pm and the show will also be available on the RTÉ Player. The aim of the event is to generate awareness for those working in the live events industry whose livelihoods have been affected by COVID-19 and to help raise funds for two live events industry initiatives; Minding Creative Minds and the Association of Irish Stage Technicians (AIST). Artists performing from The Olympia Theatre, Dublin, Cyprus Avenue, Cork, Dolans Limerick, the INEC, Killarney and Róisín Dubh, Galway include: Aimée, Denise Chaila, Eve Belle, Fia Moon, Gavin James, Jafaris, James Vincent McMorrow, Lisa McHugh, Lyra, Mother DJs, Noel Hogan (The Cranberries) with Danny O’Reilly (The Coronas), Picture This, Sorcha Richardson, Soulé, The Academic, The Blizzards, The Coronas and The Stunning. There are huge challenges facing the live events industry due to the cancellation and postponement of all

mass gatherings, festivals, concerts, theatrical productions, sports events, trade shows and community gatherings. Ireland’s event businesses and crews have lost their income, with no current roadmap to recovery as long as COVID-19 continues to present a significant public health risk. The Live Events industry is worth €3.5 billion to Ireland each year. While many other sectors begin their recovery, Live Events & Arts workers have no clear indication or guidance as to when their work can recommence. Without support, many will be forced out of the industry, and losing that skilled specialised workforce will be catastrophic for multiple sectors, including arts, culture, tourism and hospitality. Audiences at home will be directed to the website 'Songs From An Empty Room' and will be able to show support by donating via text or through the initiative’s GoFundMe page. Branded crew merchandise will also be available to purchase through the website with all proceeds from these sales going to the initiative. See www. songsfromanemptyroom.com for full details.

NOMINATION: Actress Jessie Buckley has been nominated for three IFTAs.

Local actress nominated for three IFTAs | By Michelle Crean Killarney’s very own sweetheart, actress Jessie Buckley from Muckross, has once again been recognised for her amazing talent. The local woman, daughter of Tim Buckley and Marina Cassidy, has been nominated for her performance in country-and-western underdog musical story ‘Wild Rose’, ‘The Woman In White’ and her third nomination is for ‘Chernobyl’. The Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTA) announced the 2020 IFTA

Nominations for the Irish Academy Awards across 25 categories in Film and Drama recently. The Academy is currently finalising plans for a bespoke virtual 2020 awards ceremony scheduled for September with full details to be announced shortly. The Academy has also confirmed that due to COVID-19 restrictions there will be no physical IFTA Awards Ceremony until April 2021, in keeping with best international practice across Awards ceremonies worldwide.

Disappointment as drive-in concerts are cancelled | By Sean Moriarty It seems that drive-in movies are allowed but the Gleneagle Hotel’s plan to host an outdoor drive-in concert and a comedy sketch have fallen foul of COVID-19 restrictions.

CYCLE: Catherine and Eugene Debery stopping for a break while on a bike ride at Killarney National Park earlier this week. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

Gavin James, who packed the INEC’s indoor arena on New Year’s Eve, was due to headline two drive-in concerts on the hotel’s grounds this August. Local comedian Bernard ‘Local Gossip’ Casey was scheduled to appear at the same drive-in venue the following day. “Due to the recent movement of Government phases, we are very sorry to announce that our series of Inside Out Drive In Concerts with Gavin James

and Bernard Casey Comedy due to take place on August 8 and 9 will no longer be going ahead. We look forward to welcoming both acts back when it is safe to do so,” an event organiser told the Killarney Advertiser. The Gleneagle Hotel confirmed that full refunds will be automatically refunded to ticket holders. Meanwhile, Ireland’s first drive-in circus is scheduled to take place in Tralee next week. Circus Vegas, which has been stranded in the town since the beginning of lockdown, will host three shows from Thursday through to Saturday at its temporary home on Dan Spring Road.

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Beauty - By Jill O'Donoghue

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

Time to make your body glow This time of the year it’s essential to have a full body polish, especially for those hard to reach areas, such as the middle of the back and behind your legs. A body scrub has become a popular body treatment especially after lockdown. It’s basically a facial for the body and this time of the year is an ideal time to get it done as we are showing more skin, or exfoliate before a spray tanning session. Not only will it exfoliate but it also hydrates your skin leaving it smooth and soft. It's usually done with sea salt or sugar abrasive material mixed with some kind of massage oil and aromatic essential oils. A scrub is followed by an application of high quality lotion that leaves your skin super hydrated. A body scrub is not technically a massage, but having the skin of your back, legs, arms and chest rubbed with exfoliating paste can feel very relaxing and invigorating for the muscles. It can also help with cellulite; at least it will help get you started and it’s easier to continue to exfoliate at

home and get better results. It’s a treatment which removes the outermost layer of dead skin cells. It will leave you feeling super clean, fresh and silky soft. What happens during a body scrub is a therapist will offer you disposables, then leaves the room. She will instruct you how to position on the beauty couch, usually face down underneath a towel. The therapist usually starts by rubbing the exfoliant in. You are draped with a towel or sheet so only the parts that are being worked on are exposed. Then you turn over and the other side is done followed by hot towels used to remove the exfoliator and body lotion is applied with massage like movements. If you have an issue with spots on the back, we adapt the treatment to suit your requirements. We incorporate a steamer on the back and follow this with a deep pore cleansing mask which helps reduce breakouts and clear up existing ones. For more information or to book an appointment call Jill on 064 6632966.

A Killarney man finally got to say “I do” after weeks of uncertainty that his wedding could actually go ahead.

WEDDING OF THE WEEK

Muckross man’s marriage is a first!

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Brian Gleeson, who is originally from Loretto Road, but has been teaching in Bantry for 18 years, and his bride Jessica Coakley were the first couple to tie the knot at St Finbar’s Church in the West Cork town since March. The GAA loving couple, Brian, a long-serving member of Spa GAA Club - even while based in Bantry - and Jessica, a double Cork County champion with Bantry Blues, had their hearts set on a July 17 wedding day but had to endure weeks of uncertainty as a result of the pandemic. “Of all the records I hoped to set in my life this was not something I was even thinking about, even the Canon in Bantry says we were the first couple to get married in Bantry [since lockdown],” Brian, who is a former Spa football coach, told the Killarney Advertiser. The couple had planned on a big wdeding and intended celebrating in style at the West Lodge Hotel in Bantry but COVID-19 crowd gathering rules put a stop to that. They were determined to mark the occasion, one way or another, and even less than 10 days before the big day they were not sure if the wedding could go ahead. They were in constant contact with their local HSE office in Skibbereen and even their parish priest, Fr Joe McCarthy, told them they could have the ceremony in

their kitchen if needs be. They were delighted that they were granted permission for small churchbased ceremonies a few days before the big day and were able to proceed with 27 family members there to witness the happy and historic occasion. “We only got the green light less than three weeks ago, the hotel were brilliant, they offered us a new date for next year and said we would never lose our deposit,” added Brian, who is the nephew of former town Mayor Michael Gleeson. Jessica’s parents, Joe and Mary, provided their home and lawn for the small reception, but the West Lodge Hotel came up trumps again by providing tables and chairs for the occasion. Brian's parents, Jim and Catherine Gleeson, were special guests at the wedding while his brother Conor, the Principal of Tiernaboul National School in Killarney, and his friend John O’Donoghue, were groomsmen. Jessica’s twin Sarah and sister Ann were bridesmaids while her brother Liam was a witness. “Conor managed to plant a Kerry and a Cork flag in the flowerpots outside the church and we got a great laugh from that when we came out the doors,” added Brian.

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By Aliza Layne daughter’s laptop. In a hyper-modern thriller told via the technology devices used every day to communicate, David must trace his daughter’s digital footprints before she disappears forever. Directed by: Aneesh Chaganty. Written by: Aneesh Chaganty and Sev Ohanian. Produced by: Timur Bekmambetov, Sev Ohanian, Adam Sidman and Natalie Qasabian.

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This week we've chosen a book for the kids which will hopefully fill a few hours of their time over the summer holidays. 'Beetle & the Hollowbones', released this week, is an enchanting, riotous, and playfully illustrated debut novel following a young goblin trying to save her best friend from the haunted mall - perfect for fans of 'Steven Universe' and 'Adventure Time'. In the eerie town of ‘Allows, some people get to be magical sorceresses, while other people have their spirits trapped in the mall for all ghastly eternity. Then there’s twelve-year-old goblin-witch Beetle, who’s caught in between. She’d rather skip being homeschooled completely and spend time with her best friend, Blob Glost. But the mall is getting boring, and B.G. is cursed to haunt it, tethered there by some unseen force.

Beetle’s old best friend, Kat, is back in town for a sorcery apprenticeship with her aunt Hollowbone. But Kat’s mentor has set her own vile scheme in motion. If Blob Ghost doesn’t escape the mall soon, their afterlife might be coming to a very sticky end. Now, Beetle has less than a week to rescue her best ghost, encourage Kat to stand up for herself, and confront the magic she’s been avoiding for far too long.

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The Pretenders: Hate for Sale 'Hate for Sale' is the eleventh studio album by English-American rock band The Pretenders released by BMG Rights Management. Lead single 'The Buzz' was released on March 17 this year and the album was announced for a May 1 release. A five-month North American tour with Journey was also to begin May 15, however it was delayed to July due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the music industry. It is the first Pretenders album since 2002's 'Loose Screw' to feature

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original member Martin Chambers, who was absent on 'Break Up the Concrete' and 'Alone'. The album features 10 new songs written collaboratively by Chrissie Hynde and the electrifyingly dynamic guitarist James Walbourne, in what is the first Hynde/Walbourne song writing collaboration to date. According to critics, the new album is one of Hynde’s finest vocal performances. "She sings each word as if it were a standalone performance itself, infusing them with a slick sense of flair."

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Kids plummet 40ft into the arms of rescuers Two French children, aged three and 10, had no choice but to jump 40ft from a window into the arms of onlookers on Tuesday to escape a fire in their flat.

BEHIND CLOSED DOORS:: The 2020 Listowel Harvest Festival will take place behind closed doors from September 20 - 26. Pictured is Poker Party and Rachael Blackmore who won the 2019 Guinness Kerry National in Listowel.

Seven-day Listowel Harvest Festival goes behind closed doors Following a committee meeting of Listowel Race Company on Tuesday evening, and in consultation with Horse Racing Ireland (HRI), the decision has been made to run September’s Listowel Harvest Festival behind closed doors. The seven-day festival, featuring the Guinness Kerry National, takes place from Sunday, September 20 to Saturday, September 26. “In these unprecedented times, and in line with Government guidelines, the Listowel Race Company has made the extremely difficult decision to race behind closed doors," Pat Healy, Chairman of Li-

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stowel Race Company, said. "This means the event will not be open to the general public this year. The health and safety of everyone is our number one priority and with crowd restrictions in place, it would be very difficult for us to run the festival, as it attracts significant numbers of visitors to Listowel each year."

Making the announcement now gives all of their valued patrons notice with regard to travel plans and accommodation bookings, he explained. "We would hope that the flavour of the Harvest Festival will still be in the town and that our local shops will continue to decorate their windows with a racing theme. TG4 will be broadcasting six days Monday to Saturday and we are delighted with their continued support, which will bring racing into every home in the country. We would also like to acknowledge and thank the residents and business community of Listowel for their contribution to the festival down through the years and already look forward to welcoming everyone back in 2021.” Customers who have already paid for admission tickets will receive a full refund in the next two weeks. More information is available at www.listowelraces.ie or contact Listowel Races Secretary, Brenda Daly on 068 21172.

Irish in America contribute to Trump’s re-election bid The Irish in America contributed a large portion of the $20 million President Trump raised during his first ever virtual fundraiser on Tuesday. While it is impossible to determine how much of that $20 million came from Irish sources, it is known that the Trump re-election campaign directly targeted Irish-Americans. The fundraiser was organised by Kimberly Guilfoyle who is the Na-

tional Chair of Trump Victory Finance Committee. Her father is from County Clare, home of Trump’s Doonbeg Hotel, and she is in a relationship with the President’s eldest son Donald Trump Jr. Ahead of Tuesday’s online fundraiser she sent an email to members of Irish Americans for Trump. “Thank you for being a loyal member of Irish Americans for Trump. I spoke

The children could be heard shouting for help in Grenoble in south eastern France. There were dramatic scenes as rescuers braced themselves to catch the children as they brought them to safety. One rescuer, a 25-year-old student called Athoumani Walid, suffered a broken arm from catching them and said afterwards that he heard the children shouting and rushed towards the fire saying "we really did save their lives!" Another man suffered a fractured arm.The children were treated for smoke inhalation after their escape. Mr Walid told a Parisien newspaper: "I saw the two children screaming. They were at the window on the third floor. There was a lot of smoke, flames, explosions, even inside the building. The children were scared. They were crying."The oldest of the children, was heard to shout: "We don't have the keys to go out. We don't have the keys!"The video of the escape was been broadcast online turning Mr Walid into a national hero.

with President Trump last week and he told me he wants to speak directly to his top supporters, which is why we are hosting our first ever Virtual Fundraiser with President Donald J. Trump on Tuesday, July 21. We want all of our Irish Americans for Trump members to participate in this event and recruit five others to do the same,” she said in the email. "Election day is drawing near and your continued engagement and support is appreciated now more than ever. The Fake News media will never tell you the facts about President Trump’s accomplishments, which is why he wants to speak directly to his supporters like you.”

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New SOLAS strategy will benefit Further Education and Training in Kerry A new strategy aims to expand the role of Further Education and Training (FET) in Kerry and all across Ireland. That’s according to Andrew Brownlee, CEO of SOLAS, the Further Education and Training Authority, who was speaking at the launch of a new five-year strategy for FET.

OPW reassessing Skellig Michael reopening Kerry Fine Gael TD and Deputy Government Chief Whip Brendan Griffin has been told that the Office of Public Works (OPW) is currently in the process of reassessing the position in relation to the Skellig Michael visitor site in light of the changed approach to reopening business and tourist locations which has emerged from Government in the past few weeks. In response to a Dáil Question from Deputy Griffin this week, Minister of State for the OPW Patrick O’Donovan, said that the review is focusing on the risk analysis which was previously carried out and will assess whether there have been any significant alterations to the position in the meantime which

might indicate that a late-season opening could be feasible. He said that the OPW is consulting directly with local boatman interests in the course of this examination, as they have a key role in relation to transporting visitors to the island and are responsible for the safety of passengers for that element of the visitor journey. It was confirmed to Deputy Griffin that an outcome to this review is expected by late July and an announcement will be made as to whether an opening is feasible at that stage. Deputy Griffin said that any opening ofthe site would be a major boost to the entire economy of South Kerry and the direct livelihoods of people working in Skellig related businesses. He added that safety and public health need to be a key priority in relation to any decision.

The strategy, ‘Future FET: Transforming Learning’, aims to reposition FET as an attractive, in-demand and quality choice for those engaging in up-skilling and lifelong learning, as well as for school-leavers. It envisages “FET Colleges of the Future” as “beacons of community-based learning excellence, which can start to change the hearts and minds of Irish society” with regard to school-leaving and education for career development options. Speaking at the recent launch of the new strategy, Andrew Brownlee said that “FET is for everyone". "It is available in every community in Ireland, and offers every individual, regardless of any previous level of education, a pathway to take them as far as they want to go. It is delivered locally by 16 Education and Training Boards (ETBs) ensuring that FET reflects regional characteristics and meets regional needs.

Two thirds of nurses recovered from COVID still experiencing fatigue 65 percent of nurses who have recovered from COVID-19 are still experiencing post-viral fatigue, according to a recent survey by the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO). Of the 545 respondents who said they had recovered from the virus, 497 (91%) stated they continued to experience symptoms, which also included mental

health difficulties, headaches and breathing problems. Other post-viral symptoms cited by respondents included; anxiety, trouble concentrating or “brain fog”, dizziness/ light headedness, recurring fever and palpitations. Four in five (81%) of all 7,000 nurses and midwives surveyed (including those who did not contract COVID-19) said that working in the health service during the pandemic substantially or

somewhat impacted their mental health. On Tuesday, the INMO presented their findings to the Oireachtas Special Committee on the COVID response, highlighting the importance of safe staffing over the coming months. “Fatigue is a major risk to patient and staff safety – especially in a pandemic," INMO General Secretary, Phil Ní Sheaghdha, said. "Many of our members are reporting that despite recovery, they are still facing

SOLAS looks forward to working with Kerry ETB, who play a vital role in the local community in supporting people to reach their potential and will strengthen this role under the new strategy." FET can offer personal development and fulfilment, a link to community and social networks, and a range of supports that reflect the diverse base of its learners. It also offers great opportunities to move into exciting and interesting vocations and careers, or a platform to develop the skills that will allow someone to flourish if they go on to further study in higher education. “Our new strategy sets out an ambitious vision for the expansion of the FET sector. By 2025, there will be a greater overall penetration of FET across the population. A greater share of Kerry school-leavers will be choosing FET or apprenticeships as their first destination. ‘Future FET: Transforming Learning’, the new five-year strategy for FET, is available to download from https:// www.solas.ie. For a full list of courses available through Kerry ETB, please visit www.ThisisFET.ie or https:// www.kerryetb.ie/ or call 066 712 1488.

exhaustion. The impacts of this virus can be long-lasting, so nurses and midwives returning to work after recovery are going to need support. For many, there will be a long road to full recovery. They will also need certainty that past mistakes are being corrected. The Government should empower the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) to investigate cases." She added that as winter approaches, frontline staff face a toxic combination of fatigue and understaffing. "Safe staffing levels are the only way to ensure that our health service is not overwhelmed. We urgently need a clear plan to ramp up health service capacity before winter hits.”

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

We all want immediate results With all of the advancements in technology the world runs at a much faster, more aggressive pace and we have everything at our fingertips.

We have to make conscious decisions in order to get to the health and fitness we desire.

A more accurate description is we have everything at the sound of our voice. We don’t have to wait for anything, we aren’t quite at the Jetson’s level yet but we’re getting close. We want immediate results. Do you remember rotary phones? We had one growing up. In those moments of rushing to spin those numbers around on my parents’ rotary phone, high on the anticipation of talking with my friends about the latest thing, I would inadvertently mis-dial. Now we don’t have to dial at all. We can just say “Hey Google – call Joe Bloggs” and the phone is ringing while we are cooking dinner or playing with the kids. But when Google doesn’t listen and we have to grab our phone to dial ourselves, that’s the new frustration. As technology advances, human nature stays the same. These advances in technology and that instant gratification we demand, do not transfer over to our bodies. We can demand it all we want, it’s just not going to happen.

The answer is the same as it has always been; we need to move and we need to eat healthy, nutritious, whole foods. No one said you have to be perfect but what you have to be is aware of what you are putting in your body and of how much you are moving. The more you move and the higher quality foods you eat, the faster you will get to your results. We are being taught not to wait for anything we want as we are given new tools every day to make our lives more convenient. Of course we transfer that need for immediate results over to our health and fitness.

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The human body doesn’t evolve at the rate that technology advances. Improvements in automation, ease of communication, and access of information means we are leading more sedentary lives than we did hundreds of years ago. Then there's the processing of food that happens in order to stock the shelves and preserve food for longer periods of time. The food we eat now is just not the same as it was. That subject on its own could be its own 365 part series.

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beaches and public spaces being undertaken Kerry County Council and An Garda Síochána are asking everyone visiting attractions and amenities including beaches and other public areas in the county to adhere to public health guidelines and social distancing requirements to limit the spread of the Coronavirus. Increased monitoring of public car parks at beaches and other public spaces is being undertaken to ensure that visitors to the county can enjoy these amenities in a safe way and in the interests of public health.

Kerry County Council and An Garda Síochána are reminding everyone that the congregation of large numbers in public spaces in the absence of social distancing is contrary to the advice and guidance of the National Public Health Emergency Team. Council Chief Executive, Moira Murrell, and Chief Superintendent of the Kerry Garda Division, Eileen Foster, are appealing to everyone in the community as well as visitors to the county to cooperate and act responsibly for the benefit of public health.

THE REAL QUICK FIX

The quickest fix out there is to get help from a coach that understands you and that you enjoy working with. Have your coach put together a custom workout plan for you along with a custom nutrition plan that you will follow. Google learns and collects data to get better at understanding the sound of your voice, just like your coach will learn and collect data on you over time. They will continue to fine tune to get you the best results possible. These things take collaboration with you and your coach. After all, if you are given a plan you won’t follow, you won’t get results. Come see us for a free 15 minute consultation and we will get you a plan. Stop Googling the latest fad, start using what works. See www.activate.ie/free-intro for more.

CHEF: Cyrille Durand, Executive Chef at Kayne's Bar & Brasserie.

Support local is the name of the game at Kayne’s Kayne’s Bar & Brasserie’s new menu is bursting with delicious flavours from local food producers. The well-known family run establishment at the Dromhall Hotel takes pride in its support local ethos. Since reopening last month, the new menu at Kayne’s boasts no less than 12 small independent local artisans, from honey to sourdough bread, cheese, charcuterie - you name it, they seem to have it. “I personally take great pride in promoting “real food” and cooking with beautiful fresh ingredients,” Executive Chef Cyrille Durand said. Cyrille also enjoys meeting local artisans. Getting out into the community to watching them work and understanding the supplier’s ethos is a big part of the Executive Chef’s job. Some of the mouth-watering menu

items include: Kayne’s Caprese with Local Mozzarella from Once Upon a Cheese and Local Heirloom Tomato, Signature Garlic Bread by Real Bread Killarney, Sauteéd Dingle Bay Prawns with Killarney Garlic from Papa Doms Farm outside Killarney along with 8oz fillet of Cronin’s Irish Beef and the ever popular K-Burger with a Chilli Relish from Eves Leaves. Cyrille describes himself as the middle man trying to showcase to the best of his and the culinary team at Kayne’s abilities along with the quality and variety the amazing local ingredients offer. Kayne’s is now open daily for food with Cyrille and all the team really looking forward to seeing you. To book a table visit www.kayneskillarney.com or call 064 6639300.

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GARDEN MAGIC

Gardening - By Debby Looney

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

Many varieties of fuchsia are suitable for gardens Living in an area such as we do, it can be easy to forget how lucky we are.

Are you looking for a new challenge right on your doorstep – look no further! Local event management company Elite Events have had a challenging year - but not one to rest on their laurels - they have come up with the biggest ‘socially-distanced adventure race of the summer’. Quest Geo will take place at nine locations around Ireland, including Killarney on Saturday, August 8 and Sunday 9. Each Quest GEO consists of one route of between 40 and 50km in length involving running and cycling with 6/7 checkpoints. Participants can complete the route at any time over the course of the two days, navigating their way around their chosen location via a geocaching App which they will receive access to in advance. Geocaching is essentially orienteering – but using phones. While the event is structured to be undertaken independently and is unsupported, participants will receive a detailed online information pack in advance of the event with everything they need to know to complete their summer adventure. To add to the excitement, exact route details will not be released until three days before the event. The nine stunning locations include Killarney, Kenmare, Lough Derg, Glendalough, Cork, Dublin Mountains, Wexford, Carlingford and Achill, each offering their own unique experience in spectacular surroundings. So, you can stay local or head further afield on your adventure.

The other good news is entry is only €20 with €5 being returned to you as a voucher towards a Quest event in 2021. Director of Quest events, Oliver Kirwan is delighted to be able to offer adventure racers across the country something new and fresh. “It’s been such a challenging time for the country over the past few months and we are really grateful to everybody for their patience and support," he said. "We have had to reschedule some of our events, and we know this has been difficult and has caused disappointment for people. Quest GEO offers new and experienced adventure racers the chance to shake off the cobwebs, set a goal for the summer and participate safely. We are so fortunate in Ireland to be surrounded by some of the most amazing scenery in the world and we encourage everyone to embrace the outdoors in their locality this summer. Quest GEO is a great opportunity for individuals or small groups of friends to take on the challenge of an adventure race at a time convenient to them and with a choice of nine locations, they won’t have to venture too far.” The multi-disciplined Quest Adventure Series consisting of running, cycling and kayaking will resume in the autumn with Quest Killarney on October 10 and Quest Glendalough on October 31. For more information please visit www.questadventureseries.com/ race/quest-geo/.

The climate is an ideal one for gardeners – which we definitely forget when faced with weeks of unending rain! I was speaking to someone last week who had driven to Dingle and was in awe of the fuchsia growing in the hedgerows. In most European countries, and even in Ireland, one needs a glasshouse to grow fuchias successfully, but here in Kerry there are many we can grow outside. The fuchsia was originally discovered on the island of Hispaniola (now Haiti and the Dominican Republic) by Fr Charles Plumier, in the late 1690s. It was quite common to be both a missionary and a botanist at the time; indeed many plant hunters were missionaries as well as scientists. He named the plant after Leonard Fuchs, a German botanist who died a century earlier, famous at the time for being the author of a comprehensive book on plants and their medicinal uses. The first fuchsia to make it back to Europe was F. triphylla, which now comprises of a large group of the fuchsia family. The triphylla group is recognised by its flowers, which have a long, tubular shape, are single flowered and often have a purple hue to their leaves. One of my favourite fuchsias, F. thalia, belongs to this group. This variety is usually available in early summer as it is sold as a plant for pots. It has long orange flowers and a lovely dark foliage which make it an ideal centrepiece for any pot. It is not fully hardy, but left outside in a sheltered spot it usually survives. Our common hedgerow fuchsia is F. magellanica is named after the sailor/explorer Magellan who rounded the tip of

South America – which is where fuchsias are indigenous. F. Riccartonii is almost synonymous with F. magellanica, but has a slightly denser habit and larger flowers. It is equally good as a hedge. There are many varieties which are suitable for our gardens, such as the dwarf ‘Tom Thumb’typical pink and purple flower, or F. genii, which has lovely golden foliage. However, there are a few unusual varieties which are well worth looking out for, such as F. arborescens, which is a small tree with large clusters of small flowers. The flowers are pink and have the same shape as the fuchsia we are familiar with, but they are on sturdy stems and therefore upright! They produce beautiful purple berries after flowering. F. fulgens is a large fast growing shrub with clusters of tube shaped reddish flowers. It survives our winter provided it is sheltered. F. boliviana is a large shrub with long racemes of tubular white flowers, tipped with red sepals, which is not quite frost hardy – but absolutely worth having if you don’t mind bringing it indoors over the winter. Finally, a plant which I acquired myself recently, F. procumbens, has stolen my heart this summer! It is a creeping shrub with small heart shaped leaves. The flowers are almost insignificant – which really means you will be rewarded if you spend the time looking for them. They are upward facing, greenish orange tubes with purple tipped sepals. Their pollen is bright purple – which I have discovered bees love! As with all small ‘insignificant’ things, if you really look at them, they are beautiful and ingeniously put together!

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Super casual dining experience at Killarney Golf & Fishing Club Killarney Golf & Fishing Club in collaboration with one of Kerry’s leading caterers, Truffle Honey, launched its new restaurant last month.

CRAFT BEER: Julie Christie from Celtic Whiskey in New Street announcing the launch of their new online craft beer shop, craftbeersdelivered.com. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

Celtic Whiskey launches online Craft Beer shop An online craft beer shop, craftbeersdelivered.com, has this week been launched by Celtic Whiskey, Ireland’s leading whiskey experts. | By Michelle Crean Whilst whiskey might have been their first passion, the team are also equally as passionate about craft beer and the new site will deliver all over Ireland, the UK and Europe. Creating the time to start up this new venture was difficult - until lockdown came along - and Julie Christie (Head of Marketing), Luke Crowley-Holland (Celtic Whiskey Bar & Larder General Manager), James Holohan (Marketing Specialist) and Colm O’Connor (Celtic Whiskey Wholesale Manager), decided to create the new service. Craft Beers Delivered strives to help customers discover their favourite beers as well as source speciality bottlings and limited editions from craft breweries in Ireland and across the globe. Customers in Ireland, the UK and Europe will be able to purchase popular and one of a kind craft beers from the website and enjoy in the comfort of their own home. The website will feature an impressive gift selection whereby carefully crafted sets of 6, 12 and 24 have been selected for the beer novice to enthusiast! Beer tastings will also take pride of place, where customers can purchase

a rotating 6 pack of unique beers and Craft Beers Delivered will email you the details for a Zoom tasting. The indepth tastings will run twice a month and include a chat on all things beer, discovering delicious tasting notes and much more! “For quite some time now, we have been looking to delve further into the craft beer world," owner Ally Alpine, founder of the Celtic Whiskey brand and Craft Beers Delivered, said. "Since opening the Celtic Whiskey Bar & Larder in 2016, we have taken our interest to a new level and developed strong ties with the craft beer community. We wanted to combine this passion and enthusiasm with an online store, resulting in Craft Beers Delivered, because everyone should get to enjoy great beer!" In 2017, Irish craft beer consumption had increased by 12.7 percent and in 2018, the Irish craft beer market share was 2.8 percent, up from 2.5 percent a year previous. Production of craft beer also increased by 10.7 percent accounting for 1.9 percent of overall beer production in Ireland which shows great promise for the sector. See www.craftbeersdelivered.com for more.

The picturesque setting ensures diners enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the golf courses, lakes and mountains of Killarney. “We are open to everyone, it’s been great to see so many local visitors dine with us," Garrett Donnery, the General Manager, said. The menu boasts appetising breakfast, lunch and dinner offerings. One highlight is the 'Truffle Honey Afternoon Tea', a sumptuous experience of a selection of teas, sandwiches, cakes and pastries with an option of Prosecco. Events

like birthdays and christenings can also be catered for. The restaurant is spacious and allows for social distancing. There is also generous car parking and the golf club has taken necessary steps to ensure COVID-19 health and safety protocols are in place at its facilities.The restaurant is open to the public, seven days a week, from 9am to 9pm. Pre-bookings are recommended, and walk-in diners are welcome subject to availability. Contact info:Shane Edwards (Director of Food & Beverage) Killarney Golf & Fishing Club, Mahony’s Point, Killarney, Tel: (064) 633 1034 Email: restaurant@killarneygolfclub.ie Website: www.killarneygolfclub.ie

New Milltown GP to start in September Kerry Fine Gael TD and Deputy Government Chief Whip Brendan Griffin has received confirmation from the HSE that the new General Practitioner for Milltown will begin work on September 1. In correspondence sent to Deputy Griffin, the HSE said that it has supported the Milltown GP Service for the last 20 months since the retirement of the previous GP and will continue to fund a locum service until the new GP takes up the position. Deputy Griffin said that confirmation of the commencement of the new GP is great news for Milltown and the surrounding areas. He thanked local stakeholders and staff within the health services for working closely with him on the issue and wished the new GP the best for the time ahead. Deputy Griffin said that he gave a firm commitment to the people of the local-

MILLTOWN GP: Brendan Griffin, pictured at Milltown Medical Centre, says a new GP will start in this coming September.

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CHAT: John and Rose Moylan taking some time to relax and have a chat over a cup of coffee at Wild Café on Tuesday. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy TREAT: John and Jacqueline O'Mahoney enjoying ice creams down town this week. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

ENJOYING THE VIEW: Marie and Martin Morrow enjoying the sun and views in Killarney this week. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

TEA TIME: Con and Esther Horgan enjoying some refreshments at Wild Cafe down town on Tuesday. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

FAMILY TIME: Isabella, Andrew and Alexia Edmonds spent a bit of time together at Noelle’s Café. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

FRIENDSHIP: Friends Sheila O’Sullivan, Marie Fidgeon and Ann Fogarty enjoying the sun at the Killarney National Park on Tuesday. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

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11am on Sunday morning and will follow a route from the village to Cahersiveen via Bealach Oisin Pass. The participants will return via Rossbeigh and Glenbeigh before tackling the final stretch over the challenging Devil’s Elbow route near Caragh Lake en route to the finish line in Beaufort. Conscious of current COVID-19 restrictions, the organiser will ensure correct social distancing measures are in place for the event – particularly at the start venue. “We know most of the people coming but we will still be telling them to obey the current guidelines,” Tom Kelleher told the Killarney Advertiser. “We are a local group that wanted to support a very local charity.”

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Van-tastic news for Kerry van buyers A new automotive brand made its debut in Kerry this week. The Maxus Deliver 9 was unveiled to Kerry motorists and tradesmen at Dermot Healy Motors on Wednesday of this week. The Deliver 9 is the all new panel van from the Maxus Group, and is the commercial vehicle arm of SIAC, the Chinese state-owned automotive design and manufacturing company headquartered in Shanghai.

The Deliver 9 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine and 163ps and 375nm of torque. All models include electric power steering and autonomous emergency braking. Pricing for the starts from â&#x201A;¬26,341 excluding VAT (RWD, long wheelbase hiroof version) and is available to order now. All Maxus vehicles come with five years warranty or 200,000km and include five years roadside assistance cover as standard.

DEBUT: The new Maxus Deliver 9 was unveiled at Dermot Healy Motors this week

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NEW FACILITIES: Cathaoirleach of Killarney Municipal District Cllr Brendan Cronin has welcomed the reopening of the Knockreer Playground which has new inclusive and accessible play equipment.

New inclusive and accessible equipment at Knockreer playground

HAPPY: Breda Carter, John Mulcahy, Sarah Mulcahy and Kate Mulcahy are happy to be back in Knockreer Playground and are loving the new facilities. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

Cathaoirleach of Killarney Municipal District Cllr Brendan Cronin,has welcomed the reopening of the Knockreer Playground which has new inclusive and accessible play equipment. The gates to the hugely popular playground opened on Friday afternoon, following works carried out to extend and upgrade the existing playground. The Cathaoirleach expressed his delight that the children of Killarney and beyond can once again enjoy the facilities. “I am delighted to confirm the reopening of Knockreer Playground in Killarney,” he said. “This wonderful amenity belongs to the people of Killarney and has been sorely missed particularly in recent times. The upgrade works to the playground have been delayed as a result of COVID-19, but it's great now to have them complete.” Kerry County Council set about extending the existing playground to provide inclusive/accessible equipment for all and subsequently received a grant from the Department of Children and Youth Affairs. KCC also supplemented

this grant from its own resources. “They have built a beautiful extension to the playground that provides a magical play experience for all children regardless of physical or mental ability,” Cllr Cronin added. The new roundabout allows space for assisted devices and wheelchairs. The play tower with stepped access and double width slide will inspire young children of all abilities to play actively whilst feeling secure in their movements. Rich colours differentiate the area for children with autism along with textured surfaces and play spheres adding to the sensory experience. Inclusive play is at the very core of the playground's design. The proposed extension will make the playground extremely attractive to all children and promote equal play opportunities in Killarney.

ENJOYING THEMSELVES: Rafel Taracha, Olivia Swik and Aleksandra Sowik said that the “renovation is nice and the kids are enjoying themselves" at the new look Knockreer Playground this week. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

NEW FACILITIES: Jack and Evan Hehir enjouing the new facilities at Knockreer Playground on Tuesday. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

FUN: Anita Duda, Gosia Pabisz, Katarzyna Krzanowska, Agnieszka Palasinska, Amelia Palasinska, Bruno Chmura, Sophia Culloty and Benjamin Duda said that there's so much more new stuff for the kids, who are very excited. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

TIME TO RELAX: Taking some time out and relaxing at Knockreer Playground this week were: Darragh Maguire, Olwyn Maguire, Orna Maguire and Tim Garde. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

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COMMUNITY NOTES Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Men's)

Round 1 Golfer of The Year - Sponsored by Cliffords Ground Care Ltd

RESULTS: CRL Oil Gents' Stableford Competition on Mahony's Point on July 18/19. 1st Michael Cotter 43 (18), 2nd Simon Gallivan 42 (03), 3rd Declan Kelly 41 (08), 4th Ryan Kelliher 41 (04), 5th Colin Moriarty 41 (12), 6th Conor Healy 40 (10), 7th Robert Cussan 40 (05), Category 1 Conor Clancy 39 (06), Category 2 Damien Hickey 39 (11), Category 3 James Arthur 40 (14), Category 4 Laurence Bynes 38 (18).

Overall Winner: Mark O'Mahony (16) 40, Winner Division 1: Tone Brosnan (7) 36, Winner Division 2: Richard Healy (18) 39, Winner: Division 3 - Flor O'Sullivan (22) 37. July 17 - Open Friday sponsored by Cliffords Groundcare Ltd. Winner: Colin Fenlon (10) 39.

Ross Golf Club (Ladies) SCRAMBLE: We held a very successful 10H Mixed Scramble followed by BBQ and the results were in the Men's Club report last week. Every Wednesday we have a ladies get together at 10am, just a fun event followed by coffee at the clubhouse. Our Get into Golf programme is half way through and the 30 participants are really enjoying the course.

Ross Golf Club (Men's) RESULTS: On July 18/19 we held a non-qualifying 18 hole single stableford competition in great weather and it was very well supported with a large turnout. The results will be issued in due course. On July 11/12 we also held an 18 hole single stableford competition. 1st Timmy Kelly (18) 42, 2nd Johnny Brosnan (14) 40, 3rd Virginijus Joniakaitis (14) 40. FIXTURES: Saturday 25/Sunday 26. 18 hole single stableford competition. The time sheet is now available in the clubhouse. SYMPATHY: We offer our sympathy to current member and former Ross Golf Professional Alan O'Meara and family of the recent death of his mother, Mary O'Meara, RIP.

Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies Branch) FIXTURES: July 25/26 - 18 hole V-Par sponsored by Laura Furlong.

Beaufort Golf Club (Men's) RESULTS: July 13 - Munster Seniors. Division 1 - Winner: Patsy Pigott (14) 41, Division 2 - John Joe Lane (20) 36, Division 3 - Aidan Martin (22) 33. July 11/12 -

FIXTURES: July 25/26 - Round 2 Golfer Of The Year - 18 Hole Stableford White Tees - Sponsored by Kismet Weddings. July 31 - Open Friday Sponsored by Cliffords Groundcare Ltd. August 3 Club Fundraiser (Gents/Ladies) - Single Stableford - Sponsored by The Great Southern Hotel, Killarney.

Gneeveguilla Athletic Club LOTTO: The Athletic Club lotto is back Friday, July 31 in Teach Failte Gneeveguilla, doors open at 9pm. Our jackpot is €10,800 plus €1,000 bonus. Thank you to Teach Failte for accommodating us, we will be moving back to O’Callaghan’s Bar once the bars re-open. Weekly tickets can be purchased from Noreen McCarthy Knockduragh, Shelia O’Donoghue Taur, Margaret Hayes Com, The Bridge Bar, Spillanes Bar, Tadhgs Shop Barradubh, O’Keeffes Shop Rathmore, Hickey’s Shop Rathmore (Dispenser), Aeneas O’Leary Killeen House Gneeveguilla, O’Callaghan’s Bar, Petro’s Bar, Lil O’Keeffe Bounard, Dillanes Garage, Paddy O’Keeffe Stores Gattabawn, Timmy Brosnan c/o Reens Garage, Danny & Mary O’Sullivan Stagmount, Paddy O’Donoghue Coom Upper, Una Thomson Gloungriskeen, Mairead Carmody Scrahanagullane, Joan Warren Scrahanaville, Tom Joe O’Donoghue. Contact Tom Joe for any yearly ticket sales 087 9339087 or 064 7756309. As mentioned already the club will grant an extension to yearly tickets by the number of weeks that there was no lotto draw. Tom Joe will contact all yearly ticket holders when their tickets fall due for renewal.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt SUNDAY DRAWS: Bit of drama last Sunday morning in our Two Ball Scramble as the winners of the First Nett overcame a triple bogey 6 on the 18th having started at the 4th and birdied their last hole to win by 1/2 shot, punishing the Second

Nett prize winners for bogeying their last hole! First Nett: Sean Ashe & Jason O'Connor 36, Gross: John McGrath & Dara Moynihan 47 and Second Nett: Sean Ashe & David O'Donnell 36 ½. COUNTY STROKEPLAYS: We will have competitors in all five grades of competition this weekend in not only our own course but also Tralee. The U16 event takes place in Deerpark on Saturday morning at 9am while the County Board will confirm details of the adult events and times prior to Sunday. Public Health Guidelines and Dress Code apply. We hope everyone enjoys themselves in playing the first competitive event outside club level since lockdown. TRALEE SCRATCH CUP: Scheduled for the August Bank Holiday Monday, the club are accepting entries via timesheet at the moment. They can be contacted through their Facebook page. NATIONAL COMPETITION ENTRIES: The sheets for both the National Adult and U16 Strokeplay and Matchplay events are now on the wall for entry. Please pay relevant fees in envelopes provided, €13 for each adult event and €5 for each U16 event.

Kilcummin KILCUMMIN GAA: Senior Club Championship Fixture - Kilcummin v Legion in Lewis Rd at 7pm this Saturday. Minor Co League Result - Beaufort 2-14 Kilcummin 1-9. Share the Pot winner last week was Aine Kelly with a further draw this Friday. BOG WALKS: The Kilcummin Rural Development has in recent weeks carried out road works on the Bog Walks to elevate flooding and further work is to be carried out in the near future. The Walks comprise of two walks, a Red 9k and a Green 5k. The start of the Red walk is in upper Cockhill while the Green Walk start from Knockataggle. Suitable footwear is recommended for both walks. Brochures are available from the Rural Dev. Office. RURAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICE: Kilcummin Rural Development Office provides a full Secretarial Service to all groups and individuals. Assignments, Essays, Projects & CVs professionally typed, confidentiality assured. Other services include photocopying, laminat-

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Fossa FOSSA GAA: Minor County League Gneeveguilla 1-14 Fossa 3-19. Seniors Huge game this Saturday evening 7pm in Austin Stack Park as our seniors play the first round of this year’s Junior Premier Championship against Ballyduff. Best of luck to all the players, Aidrin and his management team. Lotto - Next week’s lotto jackpot is €7,650. Thank you for your support. FOSSA CHURCH: As Kerry County Council is not encouraging the holding of Burial Ground Masses this year Bishop Ray Browne recommends that we celebrate such Liturgies in the Parish Churches. Therefore, this year we will celebrate our annual Aghadoe Cemetery Mass in Christ the Prince of Peace Church on Mon, July 27 at 7.30pm. Please advise those who cannot attend that they can join with us in prayer on the night via our webcam. Livestreaming available for parish liturgies on Fossa parish as well as churchmedia.tv. FATHER TOM: A message from Fr. Tom Looney - I am delighted to let the people of Fossa know that as I shall be retiring from August 5 next. Bishop Ray Browne has appointed Kiltegan Missionary Fr Niall Geaney who is a native of Castleisland as Parish Priest of Fossa. We wish naoi gcéad mile fáilte to this veteran Missionary who has served Pobal Dé in Nigeria, Sudan, Uganda and Kenya and also every blessing and good health in his new appointment. Can I sincerely thank you for all your co-operation and great help during my Fossa years. Is mise le mór-mheas, Fr Tomás. (19); 2nd Declan Kelly 40pts (09); 3rd Alan Flynn 39pts (06); 4th Jamie Cronin 39pts (15); 5th Cillian Courtney 38pts (10); 6th Karl McMahon 38pts (15); 7th Jamie O'Neill 38pts (07). Category 1 Paul Murphy 38pts (05); Category 2 Alan Daly 37pts (08); Category 3 Patrick Leahy 37pts (14); Category 4 Adam Walsh 38pts (19)

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Following the announcement by Minister for Education Norma Foley that the results of Calculated Grades will be issued to Leaving Cert students on Monday September 7, the Calculated Grades Student Portal for such students opened this week until next Monday (July 27). Through this portal, all Leaving Cert students will need to confirm that they wish to receive their Calculated Grades results on September 7. All students who registered from the Calculated Grades back in May should have received a text message about the opening of the Portal and it is critical to log on to www.gove.ie/leavingcertificate and confirm ahead of the deadline on July 27. Following the release of the results, CAO Round 1 offers will be issued to applicants on Friday September 11. A 2020 CAO Offers and Acceptance schedule is now available on www.cao.ie/index. php?page=offerdates. The release of the results on September 7 does mean that they will also be available in time for any students who have applied to universities in the UK through the UCAS system.

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There has been widespread disappointment amongst students and parents that the results, which are usually issued mid-August, have been delayed by three weeks. There is particular concern around the pressure to organise accommodation and the uncertainty in relation to how the different colleges intend to deliver their programmes in the first semester. It remains to be seen if other colleges will follow the plan by UL to have students on campus for only one week in three. So, for the Class of 2020 as well as all students returning to third level institutions, this autumn uncertainty prevails.

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Picnic area grass maintenance “unsightly” For the second time in a month it has been claimed that Kerry County Council's grass maintenance service in Killarney is currently not cutting it | By Sean Moriarty

WINNER: Congratulations to Mary Donovan from Pinewood who won our recent Killarney Advertiser Facebook competition. She won a ‘Box of Smiles’ from the Killarney firm Box of Smiles a gift set company that supports local business. It was founded during the pandemic for those two reasons – to give someone something to smile about and support local businesses. Check them out at www. boxofsmiles.ie. Making the presentation is Cian Murphy of Elite Events, the gift box firm’s parent company. Photo: Michelle Crean

The condition of the roadside picnic area at Madam's Hill has been criticised by elected councillors after Killarney Municipal District staff or contractors left large areas of grass on the site uncut. They were particularly concerned that, in the current COVID-19 climate which encourages outdoor dining, that the area was left in such an untidy state. “A child could get lost in the long grass,

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24.7.2020

IN PICTURES

Lauren Whelan from Beaufort feeds the horses at Dunloe Hotel.

ABSORBING THE NEWS: Christian Gabbett from Killarney enjoying all the news, views and special offers in the Killarney Advertiser.

HAVING FUN: Two-year-old Noah Switzer from Glenflesk pictured staycationing in Ballyheigue and loving it.

Lauren Whelan (Beaufort) enjoying Muckross.

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING AT? Two-year-old Emmie Jones from Killarney was fascinated when she came across a fawn in the Demesne on Tuesday.

Ethan Whelan (Beaufort) exercising at Rossbeigh.

CROSSWORD

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The Killarney Advertiser Crossword

JUST FOR FUN

ANSWERS NEXT WEEK

ACROSS 1. "Bells Are Ringing" actor Eddie 4. Applications with blanks, e.g. 9. Support 14. Swear words? 15. Covent Garden event 16. High-tech surgical tool 17. Three options for 35-Across 20. Played city after city 21. A social grace 22. Tosses the horsehide 23. Part of a pirate ship 25. Follow a Vail trail 28. Cruiser at 1,350 mph 29. What some hoods cop 31. Having all one's marbles 33. Makes hermetic 34. Flowery attractions 35. Gain an early advantage 38. Hedy of Hollywood 39. Antipathetical

40. Show biz awards since 1949 41. Rampal's instrument 42. Kubrick's computer 45. Leaves for a party? 46. Couric's "Today" partner 48. Avignon's river 50. Look after 51. Crop up 52. Four options for 35-Across 57. Fabulous fellow 58. Makes, as money 59. Roth --- (investment choice) 60. Irritable 61. Word with shirt or shop 62. Kind of care

DOWN 1. Liquor purchases 2. Detestable 3. Ice cream alternative 4. Three options for 35-Across 5. Newspaper's essay forum 6. Exercise unit 7. CAT scan relative 8. December hirees 9. Three options for 35 - Across 10. Enthralled 11. Venomous snake 12. Lincoln center? 13. Make muffs 18. Net destination 19. Garbage collector? 23. Soccer sensation 24. French explorer of the Mississippi 25. Stitch souvenir 26. Bagpiper's attire 27. Age verifiers

30. Lionized actor? 32. Jazz home 33. Linger 34. High sch. exam 35. Safari sighting 36. Jane Austen title 37. Sullen 38. Authorize 41. Falsifies a bit 42. Exceedingly bad 43. Kind of rabbit or goat 44. Room to maneuver 47. Director Lee 49. Nameless woman 50. Hambletonian event 51. European erupter 52. Mare's morsel 53. Collar shape 54. Part of a dollar sign 55. Hem's partner 56. Rock deposit

NEWS

24.7.2020

NEWS BRIEFS... Aghadoe Cemetery Mass moved indoors As Kerry County Council in not encouraging the holding of burial ground Masses this year Bishop Ray Browne recommends that they be celebrated in parish churches. This year the annual Aghadoe Cemetery Mass will be held in Christ The Prince of Peace Church on Monday, July 27 at 7.30pm. Those who cannot attend can join in prayer on the night via the webcam by linking as follows: churchmedia.tv. ...........................................................

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SUDOKU Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3 x 3 box contains the digits 1 through 9. No math, nothing has to add up – solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic.

JUST FOR FUN LAST WEEK’S SUDOKU ANSWERS

5 8 9 6 4 1 2 7 3 3 2 6 7 9 8 4 5 1 1 7 4 5 3 2 6 9 8 6 9 7

1 8 4 3 2 5

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FOR THE NEXT FEW WEEKS THERE’S NO SUDOKU COMPETITION – Please don’t send entries in to the office as we are closed, but still publishing!

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Ring of the Reeks Cycle The annual Ring of the Reeks charity cycle, which was due to take place tomorrow (Saturday), has been postponed due to COVID-19 restrictions. The joint-effort between Beaufort GAA Club and Killorglin Cycling Club has been running since 2017. The organisers hope to reschedule a new date. ...........................................................

Scrap Metal fundraiser Glenflesk GAA will run a Scrap Metal Collection fundraiser next month. Items that will be accepted include steel, aluminium, copper, stainless steel, batteries and cookers. White goods cannot be accepted. The donated scrap will be taken to a registered recycling plant and exchanged for cash for the club. Details of the exact date of the fundraiser will be released once club fixtures are finalised.

Last Week's Crossword Solution

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Property Partners Gallivan Killarney Business Centre, High St., Killarney, Co Kerry E: killarney@propertypartners.ie T: 064 6634177

TO LET: House to let, Glenflesk area. 0874199557 TO LET: 1 bed apt Fleming’s Lane, 2 bed apt Scrahane Place, 2 bed apt Castle Falls, 1 bed apt Chapel Place. Phone Roger on 0868136888. Licence No. 004026 TO LET: Rooms to rent in Tralee town. Contact 0872461678 TO LET: Room suitable for 1 or 2 people 200 per week, all expenses. 0876789990 TO LET: 4-Bed furnished Dormer Bungalow long-term – 3 miles from Killarney. Would suit couple or small family – rent reasonable Tel. 086 0607036 TO LET: 2 large rooms in shared house, 1 en-suite. 3 mins walk town centre. Excellent

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

location and condition. Quiet area. Careful tenants. 087-7828718 TO LET: Double and twin rooms ensuite, town centre. 087-670458 TO LET: 2-bedroom ensuite house, town centre, oil heating. 085-8101496 TO LET: 2 bed townhouse, town centre. 089-4795099 TO LET: Room for rent Park Road area, near all shops. 086-3163535 TO LET: 4 bedroom house for long term let Bruach na hAbhainn, references needed, 1200 per month, viewings on wed/ thurs, available from 8th August, contact 0872634599 to arrange viewing TO LET: Killarney Town Centre. Working professionals/ family wanted to share 4

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

bed house which is 2 mins from the town centre. There are spacious living areas, a well equipped kitchen and all mod-cons. Call Tom on 087-4500410 TO LET: New modern apartment to let in select area. Parking, garden etc. 2 bedrooms, all ensuite, long-term let. For appointment to view, call 087-2546441 or 064-6632342 TO LET: Room to let in modern house in Killarney town centre. 086-3001877 TO LET: 3 bed house in Firies. Short-term let. 087-4660045 TO LET: Room to let in Cahernane Meadows, long-term, careful tenant 087-6993819 or 087-2171038 TO LET: 4 bed bungalow, Milltown area. Calls only. 087-6993819 or 087-2171038

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

TO LET: Due to cutbacks in air bnb numbers, luxurious room long-term available, Muckross area. Access to kitchen, dining area. Free parking. 5 miles from Killarney. Call Margaret on 087-6789990 or leave a message. WANTED: Comfortable, insulated 1 bed apartment/bungalow, in quiet area within 5 minutes of Killarney town, with parking. HAPPS, long-term. 087-6600100 WANTED: Accommodation required for single male in 50s gen builder by trade, so can keep place up together, exemplary ref, been in this place 10 yrs, landlord revamping, preferably on H.A.P. scheme, call 0876822317.

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE FOR SALE: 3 bed mobile home. Great condition. Going cheap. 087-6190942 FOR SALE: Round Walnut Dining table - as new. Buyer to collect. Contact Lisa 0044 7885037221

AVAILABLE AVAILABLE: GRASS CUTTING SERVICES. Call David on 086-0719978 Removal service, House, Office, Local, Nationwide deliveries, anytime-anywhere, 7 days a week. Also all kinds of clear outs etc. 087-2600407/064-6631979.

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

AVAILABLE: Music lessons- violin, fiddle, guitar, banjo. Garda vetted. ONLINE OPTION ALSO AVAILABLE. Tel John: 087-6801392 or Maggie: 087-6961681. AVAILABLE: Qualified Carer, fully qualified with many years of experience. Personal care, Hospital appointments, Outings, Light housework. Garda vetted, First Aid and Palliative Care trained. Full, clean driving licence. Caring person with a nice sense of humour. 085 2603546 AVAILABLE: Childminder available in the Firies area fully qualified with years of experience in different childcare settings offering a safe and secure child friendly home call 0871892239 AVAILABLE: Man with a van available for house clearance and furniture removals also rubbish to the dump etc. Regular trips to Dublin and Ikea. 087 9488914 AVAILABLE: Reliable person available to help with cooking, food prep, washing-up etc. Reply to Killarney Advertiser Box 3747

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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.

WANTED WANTED: Experienced reliable childminder required to care for two boys aged 3 years and 15 months in our own home for 4 days a week (Mon-Thur), commencing July/Aug . Call Aoife on 085-7257909 for more information. WANTED: Person who is sound with electronics and engineering. Call 0876822317 WANTED: Cleaner job available - Looking for someone to join our team in looking after Self Catering Apartments. Turnover from ones guests departure to next guests arrival - change beds, sweep, mop, clean bathroom and general living area etc. Work starts 11am. Good English necessary. Ring 0858010908

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WANTED: Full Time Practice Manager required for a busy Dental Surgery in Killarney. Good administration skills necessary. Good conditions and good pay. Please contact us on 0858777319. WANTED: Killarney Holiday Complex Require the Following Staff... Interested experienced couple for Caretaker, Light Maintenance and Cleaning Duties. Excellent package available to the successful Applicants Accommodation can also be entertained. Please forward your interest inclusive of outlined experience and CV to corbettghr@ gmail.com Up to date Irish driving license and a good understanding of, and speaking English is a requirement. WANTED: Child-minder wanted for the Killarney area. Two boys, a five year old and a three year old. School runs will be required (Gaelscoil). Four to five days a week Monday to Friday. Please contact 0879799874 by text, I will return call.

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IN MEMORIAM 2ND ANNIVERSARY

7TH ANNIVERSARY

28TH ANNIVERSARY

MCCARTHY

DOYLE

HORGAN

13TH & 27TH ANNIVERSARY CLIFFORD

In loving memory of our dear sister Breeda McCarthy late of Milltown, Co. Kerry and formerly of Countess Road, Killarney who died on 28th July 2018

In loving memory of our wonderful son and brother, John late of Rathanane, Kilcummin whose anniversary occurs on Saturday the 25th of July.

Time flies fast. Life goes on at it’s own pace. But some memories can never be forgotten or erased from the mind of the dearest ones. You will always remain in our thoughts.

For every pain that we must bear, For every burden, every care There’s a reason.

Loved & remembered by your sisters Mary & Cathy, brothers Pat & Bill, brother in law Timo & sister in law Phil.

For every grief that bows the knee, For every tear-drop that is shed There’s a reason. But if we trust God as we should, All this must work out for the good. He know the reason. Loving you always Mum and Dad.

2ND ANNIVERSARY MCCARTHY

You always had a smile to share, A laugh, a joke, a time to care, Each of us in our own way, Have special thoughts of you today. Miss you always Sharon, Damien, Brian, Cathal, Louise, brother-in-law Brian, nieces Naoise and Fia and nephew Brían. John’s Anniversary Mass will be on Saturday 25th July at 7:30 in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin.

In loving memory of our dear sister Breeda McCarthy late of Ballyoughtra North, Milltown and formerly of Countess Road who died on 28th July 2018

7TH ANNIVERSARY DOYLE

Sadly missed by your Nieces and Nephews, Grand Nieces and Grand Nephews. In loving memory of John Doyle Rathanane, Kilcummin, Killarney who passed away on the 25th of July 2013

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

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. C.D.

IN MEMORIAM

We hold you close within our hearts And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again. So rest in peace dear loved one And thanks for all you’ve done We pray that God has given you The crown you’ve truly won. Always loved and remembered by your loving daughter Sheila, grandchildren Karen, Christina and Stephen, and partners and great grandchildren.

In loving memory of Betty and Joe Clifford late of Lahard, Beaufort who died on 28th July, 2007 and 13th June, 1993. To have them here in the same old way, Would be our greatest wish today. Always remembered by your sons Anthony and Jerry, daughters Elaine, Sinead and Orla, sons-in-law Padraig, Adrian and Dave, daughters-in-law Norma and Fiona, and grandchildren.

5TH ANNIVERSARY O’CONNELL

28TH ANNIVERSARY HORGAN In loving memory of Josie O’Connell late of Fossa, Killarney who died on the 28th July 2015

Remembering you is easy, We do it every day, Missing you is heartache, That never goes away.

POWERFUL NOVENA

In loving memory of my dear Mother Charlotte (Lottie) Horgan late of 13 St. Brendans Place, Killarney who died on the 25th July, 1992

Gone are the days we used to share But in our hearts you are always there. The gates of memory will never close We miss you more than anyone knows. With tender love and deep regret We who love you will never forget. Forever in our hearts, Your loving wife Lynda and daughter Ruth. Anniversary Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin Saturday 25th July at 7.30 pm

PRAYER TO ST. MARTHA O Saint Martha, I resort to thee and thy petition and faith, I offer up to thee this light which I shall burn every Tuesday for nine Tuesdays. Comfort me in all my difficulties through the great favour thou didst enjoy when our Saviour lodged in thy house. I beseech thee to have definite pity in regard to the favour I ask (mention favour). Intercede for my family that we may always be provided for in all our necessities. I ask thee St. Martha to overcome the dragon which thou didst cast at they feet. One Our Father and three Hail Marys and a lighted candle every Tuesday, and the above prayer made known with the intention of spreading devotion to St. Martha. Never known to fail. KK

In loving memory of my dear Mother Charlotte Horgan late of 13 St. Brendans Place, Killarney who died on the 25th July, 1992 You always had a smile to share Time to give and time to care A loving nature, a heart of gold One of the best this world could hold Never selfish, always kind These are the memories you left behind.

We hold you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain, to walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again. Loved and sadly missed by your husband David & daughter Maeve.

9TH ANNIVERSARY PHILPOTT

Always remembered by your loving daughter Margaret, son in law Patsy, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

43RD & 28TH ANNIVERSARY HORGAN

In loving memory of Dan Philpott Coolcuslough, Killarney and late of Lyre, Banteer who died on the 28th of July 2011 A sudden call from God on high, You had no chance to say goodbye, Without farewell you fell asleep, But memories of you we will always keep, And those who loved you dearly, Are the ones who won’t forget.

In loving memory of our parents and grandparents John and Lottie Horgan late of 13 St Brendan’s Place Killarney, John who died on 14th December 1977 and Lottie who died on July 25th 1992 R.I.P On their souls sweet Jesus have mercy As time goes by without you, And days turn to years, They hold a million memories, And a thousand silent tears. Sadly missed and forever loved by your daughter Kay, son-in-law Barry, grandchildren Stella, Sidney, Nicole, great-grandchildren Rachel, Evan, Alanna, Naoise & Families.

Loved and sadly missed by your wife Sheila, daughters Majella and Antoinette, son-in-law Gary and grandchildren Daniel and Cíara xx.

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

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

IN MEMORIAM

24.7.2020 1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

36TH ANNIVERSARY

CARTON

MORIARTY-HENGGELER

1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT O’GORMAN

In loving memory of Eugene Carton Bridgefield, Upper Lewis Road, Killarney who passed away on 30th July 2019 On the first anniversary of the death of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, we the family, wife Mai, daughters Katherine, Aine, son Jimmy, Eugene’s sister Annie, grandchildren Roman, Eugene, nieces, nephews, sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, would like to thank relatives who travelled long distances, and his many friends. Also those who sent Mass Cards and letters of sympathy. Our sincere thanks to our neighbours old and new. All those who attended the Rosary, Funeral Mass and Burial. Many thanks to Dr. Patricia Sheehan, nurses and staff of the Palliative Care unit at U.H.K., as well as those who made donations to the unit. To Dr Coffey and the medical team at Ross Medical Practice. Our sincerest thanks to Fr. Jim Linehan on saying the mass and organising the playing of classical music at the graveside. To Mary Culloty O’Sullivan for her beautiful singing during the mass, also the choir. Many thanks to the Killarney Credit Union, Cadbury’s of Rathmore, Men’s Shed and the motorcyclists who accompanied Eugene on his final journey. A huge thank you to Brendan Griffin, who gave a touching oration at the graveside. Huge thanks to Tim O’Shea and staff of O’Shea’s Funeral Directors for the professionalism and organisation of Eugene’s funeral. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of the Carton family’s appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions. Eugene’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Thursday July 30th at 6:15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

MOLONEY

LOUGHNANE

In loving memory of Bridie Moloney late of Clash, Lissivigeen Killarney whose birthday occurs on the 27th of July

In loving memory of John Loughnane late of 34 Ardshanavooley Estate, Killarney whose birthday occurs on the 25th July

Though your smile is gone forever, And your hand we cannot touch, Still we have so many memories, Of the Mom we loved so much. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part, God has you His keeping, We have you in our hearts.

Did the sun shine brighter or was the sky a different blue, Or was it just a different world, When we shared our lives with you. xxx

From your loving daughters Patricia and family, and Mary and family. Love and miss you every day Mom. xxxxx

IN MEMORIAM

Always loved and remembered by your loving wife Sheila and family. xxx

In loving memory of Treasa Moriarty Henggeler GO RAIBH MAITH AGAT On this, the 36th anniversary of the death of our daughter Treasa Moriarty Henggeler, we would like to thank the wonderful people of Killarney our friends, and particularly our family, for their love and support through our grief journey. Through mountains of sadness and lakes of tears, you touched our hearts with compassion and tenderness. You were the soft footprint of our hope, nourishing and nurturing our hearts, prayerfully whispering, and gently guiding us to a place of quiet recovery. We know, we remember and we are filled with gratitude to you all! Darling Treasa, you bless us from heaven. We embrace your fun, spirit, your memory and your “deer” friends. We continue to love you and will forever hold you in the cradle of our hearts. You and your sister Dorothy continue to give Presence, Belonging and Rhythm to our beating hearts. We miss you both and mourn the memory of your past and your future. From your loving family Daddy, Mommy, Franz, Amber, Conrad and Rowan.

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

The family of the late Joan would wish to thank all those who sympathised with us on the loss of our wonderful mother, partner, sister, aunt and friend. A sincere thanks to Fr. Fleming (R.I.P.) and Pat Coffey for celebrating Joan’s Requiem Mass. A special thanks to Flynn’s Funeral Directors for the handling of the funeral arrangements, and the grave diggers for preparing Joan’s final resting place. We offer our heartfelt thanks to all those who called to the house, attended the Removal Mass and Burial, together with all those who sent mass cards, floral tributes, messages of condolence, telephone calls and travelled long distances to be with us. Thank you to all the doctors, nurses and staff at Kerry University Hospital for all the care they gave Joan. Sleep tight our angel, until we meet again. Gone but never forgotten.

30TH ANNIVERSARY MOYNIHAN

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE MULROONEY In loving memory of Noel late of The Bungalow Shinnagh Rathmore who died on the 26th of July 1990

In loving memory of Philomena Mulrooney late of St.Mary’s Terrace, Killarney whose birthday occurs on 23rd July If roses grow in Heaven Lord Please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my mother’s arms And tell her they are from me. Tell her I love her and miss her, And when she turns to smile, Place a kiss on her cheek, And hold her for a while. Miss you Mum, love Jack and Helen.

NOVENA TO ST. ANTHONY

In loving memory of Joan O’Gorman who died peacefully 27-7-2019

To lose someone I love so much Brings pain beyond belief There are no words to ease my pain My sadness and my grief I feel I’ve lost someone so close So wonderful and dear. My forever guiding Angel I miss you so much my dear. From your loving husband Mike

In memory of a special Brother So full of loving deeds Who always thought of others first And helped fulfil their needs Someone who loved to bring a smile As he went on his way And never failed to brighten up A dark and gloomy day Someone who’ll never know how much He’s missed and thought about For when he left, it seemed as if The stars had all gone out Brother you meant so very much In every single way And you’re remembered with much love Today and every day Loved and missed by your sister Maria, brothers Sean, Donal & Brendan, sisters-inlaw and brother-in-law. Uncle Noel There is a beautiful path in a wonderful land Where our Uncle and God walk side by side How lucky is God to have such a treasure Look after him Lord forever and ever. From your nieces Rachel, Sandra, Clodagh and Aoibhín, nephews David, Eoin, Dylan and Evan and grandniece Jessica.

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

Noel’s Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday 26th July at 11:30am in St. Joseph’s Church Rathmore & online at https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/stjosephs-church-rathmore

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

IN MEMORIAM

TO PLACE AN ANNIVERSARY NOTICE CONTACT US ON: T: 064-6632215 or E: info@killarneyadvertiser.ie

SUPPORT GROUPS Kerry Positive Option Crisis Pregnancy Counselling Service Free - confidential - non-judgemental services. All options explored. Killarney Southwest Counselling Centre Emmett’s Road, Killarney Tel: 064 6636416. Open: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. Funded by the HSE Crisis Pregnancy Programme.

Kerry Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre Provides a free professional counselling and support service for female and male survivors of sexual violence and their families in a safe and confidential environment with highly qualified and professional counsellors. It can be contacted by freephone 1800633333 or by email krcc@eircom.net

Killarney Al Anon

Alzheimer Society

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

National Helpline is open six days a week Monday to Friday 10am–5pm and Saturday 10am–4pm on 1800 341 341. Email at helpline@alzheimer.ie or via Live Chat at www.alzheimer.ie National Council for the Blind of Ireland National Helpline 1850 334353

Suicide Prevention Helplines Samaritans 1850609090 or freephone 116123 or text 0872609090, email jo@samaritans.ie, Free counselling, freephone 1800247247or call 066-7163660 www.pieta. ie; South West Counselling Centre, Killarney, free suicide prevention and bereavement counselling, 0646636416/6636100; Living Links, Kerry, 087-9006300; HSE South: Suicide Prevention Helpline 1800 742 745, Farm & Rural Stress Helpline 1800742645.

National Council for the Blind of Ireland National Helpline 1850 334353

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| By Eamonn Keogh ::: Killarney Sports Centre SENIOR

Group 1 2.30pm Sat 6pm Group 2 1.30pm 3.15pm

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Dingle Kilcummin

v Austin Stacks v Kenmare

Annascaul Lewis Road

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Rathmore Dr Crokes

v Kerins O’Rahilly’s v Legion

Fitzgerald Stadium Fitzgerald Stadium

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Group 1 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2.30pm St Mary’s v Dromid Portmagee Group 2 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6pm Glenbeigh/G’car v Laune Rgs Beaufort 2.30pm Templenoe v Spa Kenmare Group 3 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3.15pm An Ghaeltacht v Brosna Austin Stack Park Group 4 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2.30pm John Mitchels v Beaufort John Mitchels 2.30pm Desmonds v Glenflesk Castleisland JUNIOR PREMIER

Group 1 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1.30pm Na Gaeil v Firies Austin Stack Park Group 2 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2.30pm Gneeveguilla v Ballydonoghue Knocknagoshel Group 3 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2.30pm Lispole v Keel Connolly Park Group 4 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2.30pm Fossa v St Pat’s Farranfore 2.30pm St Senan’s v St Mls/F’more Keel

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

FOOTBALL IS BACK

| By Adam Moynihan

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Local GAA season gets underway this weekend with Club Championship action right across the county

We might not all get in the gate to see it but Gaelic football makes its long-awaited return this weekend with 28 matches taking place in the various grades of the Kerry Club Championship. The government’s decision to stick with the 200-person limit (they were due to increase it to 500 this week) means that only a select few will witness the upcoming games in person. As players, management, match officials, club officials, county board officials, media and stewards are

all part of that 200, clubs have been left with the impossible task of dividing a paltry allocation of just 40 tickets between all of their loyal supporters. It’s safe to say that this has and will cause friction between club members. Some clubs are operating a draw system to divvy the tickets up while others have given the tickets to players so they can pass them on to family and friends. One club even considered not taking tickets at all, so keen were they to avoid offending the many fans who will end up being overlooked. Thankfully, Kerry GAA will be streaming selected fixtures each week, so at least there’s that. This weekend Dr Crokes v Templenoe and Kenmare v Kerins O’Rahilly’s will both be available online at €5 each and other clubs are hoping to stream matches via their own websites or social media, pending County Board approval.

So, it’s far from business as usual from a supporter’s perspective but it’s good to be back nevertheless, and there are some great fixtures to look forward to over the course of a mouthwatering opening weekend.

Dr Crokes v Templenoe The senior championship gets underway tonight when pre-tournament favourites Dr Crokes take on last year’s Intermediate champions Templenoe in the Fitzgerald

Dr Crokes defender Michael Potts is chased by Legion's Jonathan Lyne when the sides met in the 2018 Kerry SFC. Pic: Don MacMonagle.

Stadium in Killarney. Crokes will naturally be expected to do the business but their preparations have been hampered somewhat by injuries to key players, perhaps most notably influential midfielder/forward Daithí Casey who suffered a season-ending knee injury in a recent challenge match against Nemo Rangers. With Casey unavailable, Edmund O’Sullivan is likely to pair the ever-reliable Johnny Buckley with youngster Mark O’Shea at midfield. Former Kerry captain Kieran O’Leary is also expected to miss out on tonight’s match so Crokes will have to find someone to fill his shoes in a full forward line that is likely to feature the talented duo of Tony Brosnan and David Shaw. Tall full forward Paul Clarke has been a popular option off the bench in recent times so he might get the nod, or they could simply name a versatile middle third operator like Michael Potts or Brian Looney at 15 and bring them out the field, leaving Brosnan and Shaw to do the damage inside. Templenoe will look to their Kerry stars – Tadhg Morley, Gavin Crowley, Adrian Spillane and Killian Spillane – for inspiration and skilful forwards Brian Crowley and Stephen O’Sullivan will also need to be on song if the small club from the south are to cause an upset against last year’s beaten finalists. VERDICT: DR CROKES BY SIX.

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Club Championship Fixtures Round 1 (July 25th-27th) SENIOR

Group 1 Fri 7pm Sat 3pm Group 2 Sat 7pm Sat 7pm

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Dr Crokes Kenmare

v Templenoe v Kerins O’Rahilly’s

Fitzgerald Stadium Fitzgerald Stadium

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Austin Stacks Kilcummin

v Dingle v Killarney Legion

Annascaul Lewis Road

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Rahilly’s weren’t a million miles away from advancing from the Group of Death in 2019 and a slightly kinder draw (on paper) will have them in optimistic form ahead of their 2020 championship bow tomorrow afternoon. From midfield up, Strand Road are stacked. David Moran, Gavin O’Brien and Tommy Walsh provide the power while Barry John Keane, Jack Savage and The Green’s Corn Uí Mhuirí hero Conor Hayes are all capable of shooting the lights out on their day. Their defenders are no mugs either, which makes you wonder why they haven’t been able to capture more silverware in recent times; the club’s last championship triumph came in this competition all the way back in 2010. Perhaps it would be fair to say that a lack of consistency has been their downfall. Recent championships have been marked by moments of great promise, like the spectacular victory over Crokes in the early rounds of the 2018 Kerry SFC, and moments of great disappointment, like last year’s defeat to East Kerry in Round 3 of the same competition. At one stage in that match they led by eight points but they ended up losing by two, and their opponents went on to raise the Bishop Moynihan trophy for the first time in 20 years. With Rahilly’s you get the feeling that it’s not so much about getting them to click, it’s about getting them to stay clicked. They will be slight favourites against

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Group 1 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sat 7pm Fossa v Ballyduff Austin Stack Park Sun 2.30pm Gneeveguilla v St Pat’s Cordal Group 2 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sat 7pm Churchill v Ballymac Blennerville Sat 7pm Brosna v St Michael’s/F’more Cromane Group 3 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sun 2.30pm Listry v Firies Kilcummin Sun 2.30pm Keel v Finuge Connolly Park Group 4 Sat 7pm Skellig Rangers v Ballydonoghue Keel Sat 7pm St Senan’s v Listowel Emmets Finuge JUNIOR

Group 1 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sun 2.30pm Beaufort v An Ghaeltacht Strand Road Sun 2.30pm John Mitchels v St Mary’s Killorglin Group 2 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sat 7pm Na Gaeil v Glenflesk Castleisland Sat 7pm Currow v Spa Listry Group 3 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Fri 7.15pm Laune Rangers v Rathmore Dereen Sun 2.30pm Desmonds v Ardfert Mountcoal Group 4 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sat 7pm Glenbeigh/G’car v Dromid Cahersiveen Sun 2.30pm Milltown/C’maine v Waterville Glenbeigh

Kerins O’Rahilly’s v Kenmare Shamrocks

Kenmare but when the opposition have someone like Seán O’Shea kicking frees and 45s, anything is possible. Kerry teammate Stephen O’Brien is also a major threat and veteran marksman Paul O’Connor is always liable to score. Kerry U20 Griffin Wharton, who can operate in defence or in midfield, is another Kenmare player to keep an eye on. These sides met in the first round of last year’s County Championship and Rahilly’s prevailed by 2-15 to 1-17. This one could be close again, but the Tralee outfit may have just too much firepower for their Kenmare counterparts. VERDICT: KERINS O’RAHILLY’S BY TWO.

Kilcummin v Killarney Legion It’s a local derby in Killarney tomorrow evening as Legion and Kilcummin make the short journey to Lewis Road for their long-awaited 2020 Club Championship opener. Kilcummin finished bottom of their group last time out and they narrowly avoided relegation back down to intermediate by defeating Rathmore in the playoff. Their County Championship campaign was similarly fruitless, although they can take some heart from their victory over Mid Kerry in the losers’ round. They may be rank outsiders but they’re never ones to roll over and die, and in Paul O’Shea, Kevin McCarthy and Noel Duggan they have enough guile to run up a score if things go their way. East Kerry champions Legion should

Group 1 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sat 7pm Asdee v Renard Asdee Sun 2.30pm Moyvane v Duagh Moyvane Group 2 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sat 7pm Beale v Cordal Beale Sun 2.30pm Scartaglen v Valentia Scartaglen Group 3 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sat 7pm Sneem/D’nane v Kilgarvan Sneem Sun 2.30pm Knocknagoshel v Annascaul Knocknagoshel Group 4 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sun 2.30pm Castlegregory v Cromane Castlegregory Sun 2.30pm Tarbert v Lispole Tarbert

be feeling confident, although that O’Donoghue Cup victory over the Crokes seems like an awful long time ago now. Manager Stephen Stack made a lot of progress with his team during his first year in charge and he will be keen to push on in 2020 and challenge for more hardware in the coming months. With tough, defensive-minded backs like Danny Sheahan, Podge O’Connor and Damien O’Sullivan doing the rounds, Legion have always been difficult to break down. Add to that athletic, county-standard players like Jonathan Lyne and Cian Gammell and it’s easy to see why their defensive record stands up to any other team’s in Kerry. Their success often hinges upon the scoring of marquee forwards James O’Donoghue and Conor Keane but if they can get some assistance in that department from the supporting cast then they will be very hard to beat. Legion defeated Kilcummin in last year’s County Championship but they certainly won’t be taking their neighbours lightly tomorrow night. VERDICT: LEGION BY TWO.

Austin Stacks v Dingle A quick glance at the odds suggest that the defending champions are not getting the respect they deserve. Stacks are 8/1 to retain their title, fourth favourites behind Crokes, Dingle and Legion. A poor showing in last year’s County Championship may be a factor; the Rockies lost 12-6 to tomorrow’s opponents, Dingle, before bowing out at

the earliest possible stage at the hands of East Kerry. A paltry return of just 12 points in two games (in addition to the three goals they managed against the East) is certainly not the kind of scoring form that is befitting of championship contenders. The bookmakers expect them to lose their opening round game against Dingle and doing so would leave them with an uphill battle to emerge from a very competitive-looking group. Stacks are a bit like Germany, though: you can never rule them out. They have big game players – chief amongst them Kieran Donaghy – and in the likes of Darragh O’Brien, Shane O’Callaghan and Seán Quilter they also have guys who can put the ball over the bar. One interesting change that appears to be on the cards for Stacks is the repositioning of Wayne Guthrie from midfielder to goalkeeper. Guthrie, who was an excellent soccer keeper in his underage days, has played in goal for the Tralee club in recent challenge matches so he could well be in line for the No. 1 jersey tomorrow. 2018 county finalists Dingle, powered by star forward Paul Geaney, have sparkled from time to time in the last couple of years and they will be confident of challenging again this time around. This first round match will be crucial. Whoever wins could really set themselves up for a run at the final. VERDICT: DRAW.

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Eastern rivals tipped for glory Are Rathmore and Gneeveguilla favourites in their respective grades?

24.7.2020 | By Adam Moynihan Things could scarcely have gone worse for the Rathmore seniors in 2019 and many of their woes can be traced back to one 20-minute period in the Senior Club Championship in April. The club from the right side of the border had defeated the reigning champions, Dr Crokes, in Round 1 and, despite losing to Rahilly’s in their second game, they were still in contention for a place in the final. In fact, heading into the last 20 minutes of their third and final group game against Legion, Rathmore were in pole position and on course for that decider. The match turned against them, however, and Crokes’ victory over Rahilly’s in the other fixture sentenced Rathmore to last place in the Group of Death. A relegation playoff against Kilcummin loomed once both sides were done with the Kerry SFC and unfortunately Rathmore were done quicker than most. A 17-point hammering against Crokes in the first round was followed by an extra-time defeat to Kenmare and when Kilcummin exited at the hands of St Kieran’s, the playoff date was set. Two weeks later, an understrength Rathmore side lost their senior status for the first time in 20 years. Things got worse again when they were dumped out of the O’Donoghue Cup by neighbours Gneeveguilla and, to top it all off, an impressive County League campaign also ended in disappointing fashion when they lost the final to Austin Stacks on penalties. On paper, a season at intermediate could provide them with an opportunity to reset and get their act together because they are undoubtedly senior material. It’s not an easy competition to win but they are strong favourites and it’s easy to see why. They have an intercounty goalkeeper (assuming that Shane Ryan plays in goal), a sturdy defence marshalled by Paul Murphy, a strong midfield and a forward line full of attacking promise. At full strength they’re a team that most senior clubs would sooner avoid, nevermind intermediate. Their promotion quest begins with a tie against Laune Rangers in Derreen this evening and they will follow that up with fixtures against Castleisland and Ardfert.

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Kerry keeper Shane Ryan in action outfield for Rathmore. Pic: Eamonn Keogh

Fellow East Kerry side Spa are also contenders and they’ll be hoping to get off the mark tomorrow when they take on Group 2 rivals Currow in Listry. The Killarney club have been touted for intermediate success for a number of years now but it just hasn’t quite happened for them yet. Some encouraging challenge matches have given them confidence heading into the championship and on paper they look like Rathmore’s single biggest threat. They will have to negotiate the challenges of Na Gaeil and Glenflesk if they are to

reach the semi-finals but they appear to have the necessary tools to manage it. Elsewhere Beaufort, An Ghaeltacht, John Mitchels and St Mary’s will duke it out in a tough-to-call Group 1 while Glenbeigh-Glencar will fancy their chances of emerging from Group 4, which also includes Milltown/Castlemaine, Waterville and Dromid.

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Gneeveguilla really caught the eye in 2019 as they powered to promotion from Division 3 to Division 2 and shocked the old enemy Rathmore in the quarter-final of the O’Donoghue Cup. Now they have promotion to intermediate football in their sights and make no mistake about it, they have every chance of making that a reality. They are overwhelming favourites to get the better of St Pat’s in their Round 1 game on Sunday afternoon and Ballyduff and Fossa await in Rounds 2 and 3. Gneeveguilla have a starting county champion in their ranks in the form of East Kerry wing back Pa Warren and they have more than enough talent elsewhere to make their mark in Group 1 of the Junior Premier this year. Fossa, of course, have two county champions and two of the finest forwards in the county in their team and they will be hoping that the Clifford brothers can propel them to victory over Ballyduff tomorrow night. After that, the match against Gneeveguilla could prove crucial. In Group 2, Ballymac, Churchill, Brosna and St Michael’s/Foilmore will do battle with a place in the last four at stake while in Group 3, Marc ó Sé will be aiming to lead Listry to victory over Firies, Keel and Finuge. In the latter group, much will depend upon the opening round clash between Listry and Firies in Kilcummin. St Senan’s and Ballydonoghue are two of the fancied sides after Gneeveguilla and you would expect one of those two to escape from Group 4, which also features Skellig Rangers and Listowel.

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In the bottom tier of Kerry football, Annascaul, by virtue of their status as a Division 2 club, have to be considered serious contenders. They get their campaign underway with a potentially tricky away tie against Knocknagoshel with an up-and-coming Kilgarvan side and Sneem/Derrynane rounding off Group 3. Elsewhere, Asdee, Renard, Moyvane and Division 3 outfit Duagh will compete in Group 1; Beale, Cordal, Scart and Valentia make up Group 2; and Castlegregory, Tarbert and Lispole are joined in Group 4 by Cromane, who defeated Ballylongford in the preliminary round last weekend. Fixtures and venues for Round 2 games in all grades will be decided based on the results in Round 1. The winners of the opening round matches will avoid one another in the second round.

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‘My dearest wish is to see a woman GAA president’ In Part 2 of Eamonn Fitzgerald’s 2014 interview with Mícheál ó Muircheartaigh for the Killarney Advertiser’s ‘On the Ball’ section, the legendary broadcaster talks about the modern game, the Irish language and his dreams for the future. On the Ball: Football or hurling, do you have a preference, Mícheál?

sheer class. Over the years we all have our favourite moments.

Mícheál ó Muirchartaigh: I enjoy both, but hurling is the greatest game of all. The hands play a huge part in football, not so in hurling where the hurl is the instrument and wrist work is the baton that the conductor of the orchestra uses to create those moments of magic and genius. There are a total of 130 skills in hurling and it is only the top players who reach the highest possible mastery of most of them.

OTB: Tá gaisce mòr déanta agat ar son na Gaeilge. However the majority of people say they haven’t a word of Irish even though they have been studying it in school for up to 13 years.

OTB: Has the game of football changed much since you began broadcasting in 1949? MOM: It certainly has and it is a better game now overall. There is more thought going into preparation and to team play. Players are fitter and they put more time into it. However, it dominates the life balance of intercounty players in particular, too much so. There is more emphasis now on possession, holding the ball before transferring it safely to a teammate, backing up the player in possession and the numbers on the geansaí bear very little relation to their traditional positions on the field of play. However, I do regret the loss of high fielding, a breath-taking skill, picking the ball out of the clouds. OTB: Wouldn't the mark reward the high fielder? MOM: No, the mark, holds up play. It would develop into a stop-start game and that would take the spontaneity out of it. OTB: What changes, if any, would you like to see in football? MOM: All games evolve over time and I hope the 13-a-side will emerge. Taking two players out of the present game would free up a lot of space, creating far more opportunities for scores and that is what spectators love to see in games. It would also provide far more opportunities for the skilful player to display his/ her creative genius. That’s the reason why some games are indelibly imprinted in the mind’s eye, that one moment of

MOM: That is not my experience. There are huge strides is usage of Irish in Dublin, including Ciarán Kilkenny who is fluent and Bernard Dunne the Olympic boxer, who is making great strides learning Irish. The all-Irish schools have really mushroomed and the people with the ‘cúpla focal’ should use those and build on it. Aim for fluency even if the grammar is incorrect. Language is all about communication. Bíodh is nách bhfuil ach an mbeagán agat bain úsáid agus sult as. OTB: Any unfulfilled ambitions? MOM: Some. I am so happy to see the growing involvement of ladies both in playing the games and in administration. They are proving to be great officers. My dearest wish is to see a woman President of the GAA and the sooner the better. Then I would love to see Fermanagh win the Sam Maguire and I predicted in the millennium year they would do that by 2020. They still have five years left. OTB: That’s a very long shot. MOM: Look at it this way: who would have believed 20 years ago that Donegal, Armagh and Tyrone would lift Sam, and that is just talking about Ulster. OTB: I know you always travel with your golf clubs in the boot of your car. What would be your ideal fourball. MOM: Joining me would be the young fella Rory (McIlroy), Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus, of course. If any of them couldn't make it, I would call on Gary Player. OTB: And an Irish fourball? MOM: Conor Deegan, the former Down full back. He has the lowest handicap for

| By Eamonn Fitzgerald

an amateur in Ireland, +5. Imagine that. The other two would be GAA players/ supporters depending on which county I was in. OTB: Míle buíochas a Mhichíl as bheith id 'chuideachta ar feadh dhà uair a chloig. MOM: Feicfidh mé thú thall no abhus, a Éamoinn. Next time I’m in Killarney, we’ll have a fourball. Get two more. How about Johnny (Culloty) and Pender (Tom Prendergast) and we’ll have a right auld chat around Killeen.

A SELECTION OF MÍCHEÁLISMS

"Pat Fox has it on his hurl and is motoring well now... but here comes Joe Rabbitte hot on his tail... I've seen it all now, a Rabbitte chasing a Fox around Croke Park.” "Sean Óg Ó hAilpín... His father's from Fermanagh, his mother's from Fiji. Neither a hurling stronghold.” "Teddy McCarthy to John McCarthy, no relation. John McCarthy to Teddy McCarthy, still no relation." “1-5 to 0-8. Well from Lapland to the

Antarctic, that's level scores in any man's language." "Colin Corkery on the 45 let’s go with the right boot… It's over the bar. This man shouldn't be playing football. He's made an almost Lazarus-like recovery from a heart condition. Lazarus was a great man but he couldn't kick points like Colin Corkery.” "Pat Fox out to the forty and grabs the sliotar. I bought a dog from his father last week. Fox turns and sprints for goal. The dog ran a great race last Tuesday in Limerick. Fox to the 21, fires a shot, it goes to the left and wide... And the dog lost as well." "And Brian Dooher is down injured. And while he is, I'll tell ye a little story. I was in Times Square in New York last week and I was missing the Championship back home. So, I approached a newsstand and I said, “I suppose ye wouldn't have The Kerryman, would ye?” To which the Egyptian behind the counter turned to me and he said, “Do you want the North Kerry edition or the South Kerry edition?” He had both, so I bought both. And Dooher is back on his feet..."

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‘It’s now or never’ Celts boss with rallying cry ahead of crunch FAI tie FAI JUNIOR CUP: QUARTER-FINAL ____________________________________________________________________________

Killarney Celtic v Fairview Rangers Saturday at 5pm CELTIC PARK

| By Adam Moynihan Ahead of Saturday’s huge quarter-final clash with Fairview of Limerick, Celtic manager Brian Spillane has called on his senior players to seize what could well be their final opportunity to win the coveted FAI Junior Cup. The Celts have been knocking on the door for a number of years now but they have been unable to secure the holy grail, coming closest in 2017 when they reached the semi-final before being cruelly knocked out by Sheriff YC on penalties. With a number of key players possibly heading towards retirement, Spillane believes that it’s do or die for his talented bunch of footballers. “I reckon the likes of Smiley (John McDonagh), Gary Keane and Stevie Mahony will probably finish after this year so for those players, and even for players who might have a few years to go, it’s now or never for them if they want to win a national title or to win something outside of Kerry,” Spillane told the Killarney Advertiser. “I think they realise that too. “With all that’s going on with COVID, fellas realise the importance of the game and they’re just happy to have a crack at it. They’re at home in the quarters, they’ve been training well and there’s no pressure on them really because a lot of people fancy Fairview. If they do manage to win then they’re at home in the semi-finals (versus Athenry or Rush) so they have two home games to get to an All-Ireland final. “You couldn’t ask for much more than that.” The season should, of course, be finished with by now but the completion of Ireland’s showpiece junior soccer competition was delayed by the coronavirus pandemic. Celtic’s manager is glad to be back in the swing of things and he says he is hopeful that the time off has

served his squad well. “We stuck to the guidelines but once we got any kind of green light at all we went at it,” he said. “We went up in groups of four, and then team training when we were allowed. We have 12 sessions and two games under our belt so we’re as ready now as we’ll ever be. The squad is fully fit. Wayne Sparling was struggling for a few weeks but he’s back now. Everyone’s in good shape and the competition for places is great. “I think the break actually did us good because we had played a lot of games. Hopefully the time off will favour us; the lads seem fresh and ready to go.”

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Last weekend, Celtic defeated Killorglin 5-2 in the Greyhound Bar KO Cup with a slightly weakened side as Wayne Sparling, Adam O’Rourke, Stephen McCarthy and Lee Downing were all rested. All four are expected to return to the starting lineup for the match against Fairview, a strong side who are likely to provide the hosts with their toughest test of the season to date. “Fairview will be a huge challenge,” Spillane admitted. “I think they’re probably the best team left in the competition. They have five fellas coming back from League of Ireland so their squad is very strong. I went up to watch them twice before the lockdown and they looked very solid. They play very direct, like a League of Ireland team, and they have a lot of quality. They don’t score a lot but they don’t concede anything either. “With these cup games, it’s the team that makes the least amount of mistakes that will win. A lot of these games are decided on set pieces. Fairview have a similar shape to ourselves so it’ll be about winning our own battles.” Another challenge that the club are facing is the tricky business of allocating tickets for the big match. Only 200 people (including players, management and match officials) will be allowed to enter the grounds on Saturday evening,

READY: Celtic winger Wayne Sparling has recovered from injury and is expected to start against Fairview tomorrow. Pic: Konrad Paprocki.

which means a lot of local supporters will be left out in the cold. “It’s very tough to be honest,” Spillane said. “You have players, management, media, referees and referees assessors, so then we’re left with 100 or 110 tickets. We decided to give Fairview 25% of that, and they’re allocating their percentage between committee and sub-committee members. That means they won’t have any supporters at the game. “We’ll have 75-85 supporters and we said we’d give the tickets to the people who went to our away matches up in Buncranna and Crettyard. Even when we get knocked out of these competitions, these are the people who’ll be at the next league game.” The game will also be streamed live on the club’s Facebook page for those who are unable to attend.

HUGE

There’s no denying that the national and provincial tournaments have been at the top of Celtic’s agenda in recent times and the Celtic boss believes that the significance of reaching another FAI Junior Cup semi-final cannot be understated.

“It’d be huge for the club. I think players need to be tested and I don’t think they’re tested in the Kerry District League. The minute I went into management I wanted to make a beeline for the Munster Junior Cup and the FAI Junior Cup. In Kerry, you’re asking fellas to train two or three times a week and you’ve no fixture list. There’s no structure. It’s very hard to turn around and tell players that they might have no game for three weeks… It’s hard to motivate them. “With the FAI and the Munster competitions, the dates are fixed so it’s easier to make plans and have that structure. They know when they’re playing and that’s what the players are calling out for.” And in fairness to them, Celtic’s players have thrived at this level. All that’s left for them now is to make that extra step, starting with Fairview tomorrow evening. Spillane thinks that his lads are good to go. “We have a fully fit squad, we’re ready and we’ve had a good bit of experience through the last few years. We’re looking forward to it big time.”

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CHALLENGE: Killarney Golf and Fishing Club Captain Harry O'Neill, President Marguerita Mulcahy and Lady Captain Anne Looney at the launch of the upcoming charity golf weekend. Pic: Ian Cronin

Killarney club to host charity golf weekend Two very worthy local foundations are set to benefit from a charity golf competition which will be held at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club over the August Bank Holiday weekend. wSpeaking at the launch on Wednesday, President Marguerita Mulcahy, Captain

Harry O’Neill and Lady Captain Anne Looney said they were delighted to reveal that proceeds from the event will go to the Kerry Cancer Support Group and the Kerry Branch of the Irish Kidney Association. The tournament, which will be hosted by the Men’s and Ladies Clubs and played

Fassbender’s rocky Road to Le Mans Michael Fassbender’s first race in the European Le Mans series resulted in an off-road excursion and he ended up seventh in his class – below pre-race expectations. The Fossa man has signed up for the fiveround series as part of his plan to enter the legendary Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race in France next June. The first round of the European series, the Four Hours of Le Castelett, took place at Circuit Paul Ricard in France last weekend. Fassbender, driving for Team Proton Competition, shared a Porsche 911 RSR with professional drivers Richard Lietz and Felipe Fernandez Laser in the LM GTE class. It took the Fossa driver a few laps to settle in but on lap 21 another driver braked suddenly forcing Fassbender to take evasive action to prevent a big crash. The resultant off road-excursion cost the

team several minutes and they eventually finished seventh in class. “It was a difficult start to the season, no question. It took me five laps to find my rhythm,” he said. “After that my times got much better - up to lap 21, when a prototype driving in front of me suddenly moved from left to right and slowed down. Then I probably braked a little too hard and turned [off track]." The team will be disappointed with the result, especially as their second car, driven by Christian Ried (Germany), Michele Beretta (Italy) and Alessio Picariello (Belgium), won its highly competitive category. Fassbender’s next outing in the series is the Four Hours of Spa Francochamps in Belgium on August 9. All five rounds of the championship will feature in Fassbender’s ‘Road to Le Mans’ YouTube documentary series.

on Killarney’s famous Killeen course over Saturday, August 1 and Sunday August 2, will be for teams of four with two scores counting per hole. Any combination of four gents and/or ladies will be permitted (i.e. four gents, four ladies, or any grouping of gents and ladies). The max handicap for the men is

DIFFICULT START: Hollywood actor Michael Fassbender was disappointed with his performance in the first race of the European Le Mans series.

20 while ladies must have a handicap of 36 or lower (GUI/ILGU handicap only). The entry fee per team has been set at €120 and BRS, the club’s online tee time booking system, will go live for entries on Monday, July 27 at 7pm. The competition is kindly sponsored by Victoria House Hotel.

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SPORT NOTES

Killarney Athletic RESULTS: Greyhound Bar KO Cup - Castlemaine Utd 0 Killarney Athletic 2. U17 – Killarney Athletic 2 Iveragh 2.

Killarney Celtic LOTTO: The Killarney Celtic Lotto will return on Monday, July 27. The jackpot is €15,200. Tickets available from usual sellers, Hegarty's Park Rd, The Dungeon and now online on Clubforce. PITCH: Pitch rentals are now available. Contact Mary on 086 6485809. FAI: Killarney Celtic will play Fairview Rangers in the FAI Junior Cup Quarter Final at Celtic Park on Saturday with a 5pm kick-off. This match will be a ticket only event. SYMPATHY: Killarney Celtic extends its deepest sympathies to the family of Joanne Downey who passed away after a recent tragic accident. RESULTS: Greyhound Bar KO Cup - Killorglin 2 Killarney Celtic 5. Denny U17 League - Killarney Celtic 1 Killorglin 2.

Killarney Legion GAA RESULTS: Minor County League - Legion 2-12 Rathmore 1-8. U12 GIRLS - Our girls had their first match post lockdown last night, a challenge game versus our neighbours Dr Crokes. A great turn out of 22 girls togged out. Thanks to Dr Crokes for making the visit up the road. SYMPATHIES: The club was devastated beyond words to hear of the very tragic passing of Joanne Downey early this week. Behind every club there are good women who work quietly and effectively for the good of the club. Joanne was one of these. Her loss will be immeasurable to the Legion club. She will always be remembered for her selfless work and kind heart. Our deepest thoughts, sympathies and prayers go to her family Chris, Mark, Shane, Katrina, Ellie, Cassie and the Downey family. A true lady, family woman and Legion legend. RIP Joanne. CLUB MERCHANDISE: The club shop is open every Saturday at 10.30am. New stock in every week. LOTTO: Next week’s jackpot €6,000 plus €10,000 bonus. Murphy’s Bar, Sunday 9pm.

Spa GAA FIXTURES: Intermediate Championship - Spa v Currow (Sat in Listry 7pm). Ticket only game. Follow our Spa Twitter/ Facebook pages for live match updates. U12 Boys League - Spa v Rathmore (Sun 6pm). U16 Co League - Currow v Spa (Mon 7pm). Senior Ladies Co Championship - Castleisland v Spa (Mon, Aug 3). JUNIOR CO LEAGUE: Friday, August 14 - Spa v Beaufort (away 7pm); Friday,

24.7.2020 September 4 - Spa v Kenmare (7pm); Friday, September 11 - Spa v Legion (6.30pm). MINOR CO LEAGUE: Spa 4-16 Milltown/ Castlemaine 6-16. SPA MERCHANDISE SHOP is open every Saturday morning from 10-11am. Any enquiries contact Mathilda on 087 6487356. CONGRATULATIONS to Brian Gleeson and Jessica Coakley who were married in Bantry last weekend. SHARE THE POT draw this Friday, July 24 and tickets online on spagaa.com or through club officers. SYMPATHY to the families of Timmy O'Sullivan (RIP), Ballaugh, Noreen O’Donoghue (RIP), Glenflesk and Joanne Downey (RIP), Knocknagoshel.

Dr Crokes GAA SENIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: We play Templenoe on Friday, July 24 in Fitzgerald Stadium at 7pm. Due to restrictions currently in place tickets are in very short supply and will be of a premium. This is not the clubs or co. board fault they are governed by Government guidelines. Kerry Co. Board are streaming the game at a cost of €5. Further info on kerrygaa.ie. MINOR CO. LEAGUE: Dr Crokes 4-14 Kenmare 0-9. Next game is on Sat, August 15 v Rathmore (away). JUNIOR CO. LEAGUE: In the revised fixtures for the junior leagues we will be fielding two teams. Our amber team are drawn against Laune Rangers, Milltown /Castlemaine, and Laue Rangers, whilst the Black team will encounter Austin Stacks B, Rathmore and Gneevegulia. Games commence on Friday, August 14. LOTTO: Jackpot for draw on July 27 will be €5,600. MAJOR GOLF CHALLENGE: During the lockdown Dr Crokes as well as all clubs suffered enormously due to inability to fundraise. We are resuming our Golf Major Challenges with the first one to take place for the PGA Championship fixed for August 6-9. Cards are available from usual sources or can be played on www.drcrokes.com.

Glenflesk GAA LOTTO: Our Club Lotto has started back and as always we thank you for your support, and thanks to our sellers and Committee doing such a great job. The next draw will take place on August 3 in the hall. Tickets will be sorted from 8.30pm.

Friday, August 14 at 7pm. We wish the team and mentors the best of luck. CÚL CAMP: The Cúl Camp in Glenflesk will now take place from August 3-7. Booking will open on the National Website on Tuesday, June 23 at 6pm. This year all registrations must be done online and the numbers at camps will be limited. Please note that parents will not be able to register on the morning of the camp. Parents who had already booked a camp online this year can change their booking on Monday and Tuesday next week on the National website before the site goes live on Tuesday evening. See kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie for more details.

Firies GAA COISTE NA NÓG: Training continues on to the pitch in Farranfore with U6 and U8 boys and girls & U10 boys on Saturday. All new players welcome. All players are reminded to bring their own water bottles. Parents are encouraged to drop and go. Remember, No membership/No Health Questionnaire - No play. Thank all parents, coaches and players for their co-operation with covid procedures. Please note that it is now mandatory that all players of all codes MUST pay €2 for training. MEMBERSHIP: 2020 membership can now be renewed online. Follow the links on our social media accounts or search for Firies GAA via the “Find My Club” Button on www.clubforce.com or download the clubforce app. All players must be registered before playing or training. HURLING: Training continues in Farranfore on Thursdays from 7 to 8pm for U6 to U14. Our U6s are back this week and new boys and girls are more than welcome to join, all hurling gear provided for newcomers. FIXTURES: Junior Premier Club Championship - Firies v Keel in Kilcummin (Sun 2pm). U12 Hurling – Firies v Kenmare (Fri 7pm). U14 Hurling – Firies v Kenmare (Sat 5pm).

Listry GAA JUNIOR PREMIER: Listry v Firies (Sun 2.30pm, Kilcummin). Please note change of venue. Admission only by match ticket, maximum attendance is 100 supporters. KELLOGGS CÚL CAMP: Listry Cúl Camp is on July 27-31 in Listry GAA grounds. All our juveniles have a great week and keep safe. Please refer to the guidelines for parents and children on their website.

INTERMEDIATE: Best wishes to our senior team and mentors taking on Na Gaeil in Castleisland this Saturday at 7pm.

DEEPEST SYMPATHY: Listry Gaa would like to send deepest sympathy to the Downey Family and Killarney Legion GAA Club on the recent death of Joanne Downey RIP.

JUNIOR: Our juniors are away to Glenbeigh/Glencar in Rd 1 County League on

MINOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE: Keel/Listry 2-13 Firies 3-12.

Beaufort GAA GOLF CLASSIC: Beaufort GAA Club annual Golf Classic will be held in Beaufort Golf Course on Friday, July 24. Entry fee is €150 per team. Tee box sponsorship €50. All details and to book a tee time or tee box, please contact Colm at 087 6737414 or colmkellymedia@gmail. com. Thank you for your support FIXTURES: Good luck to Beaufort senior men who play An Ghaeltacht on Sunday at 2.30pm in the Intermediate Club Championship. U16 Boys away Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane, Monday at 7pm in Co League. U12 Boys 2 teams home v Laune Rangers on Sunday at 6pm. RING OF THE REEKS CYCLE: Unfortunately this July cycle has to be postponed. The cycle will be rescheduled to a new date.

Muckross Rowing Club COVID-19: Training has continued with ongoing caution regarding the evolving public health advice and guidance in relation to COVID-19. The deferral of Phase 4 of the government roadmap has highlighted the requirement for ongoing vigilance by all members regarding social distancing, hand hygiene and sanitisation of equipment. EVENT UPDATES: A revised schedule of rowing events was due to commence next weekend based on the country entering Phase 4 of the government roadmap on Monday, July 20. With the extension of Phase 3 until at least Monday, August 10, the limit on outdoor gatherings will remain limited to 200 people. Outdoor gatherings of up to 500 were due to be permitted in Phase 4. This has forced the organisers of Castleconnell Regatta to postpone their fixture from August 1 to a later date which is to be confirmed. The Lough Rynn Regatta set for August 8 is likely to suffer a similar fate. As of this weekend, the next event of interest to the club is the Cork Marina Regatta on Saturday, August 16. However, all event plans for August and September are now increasingly tentative due to the uncertainty surrounding

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies) RESULTS: July 19 VPAR on Killeen sponsored by Heineken. Carmel Fitzgerald (21) 6 UP, Mary A Cronin (18) 5 UP, BG Corrina Griffin (3) 1UP, Elizabeth Kelleher (16) 3 UP (B3), Alicia Burke (10) 3 UP (B9), Marie Geaney (21) 3UP (B9), Annette McNeice (25) 3 UP, June O’Brien (17) 2 UP (B9), Breda Duggan (26) 2 UP (B9). CSS: 73. NEXT WEEK: Maureen O’Shea Memorial. stroke on O’Mahony’s Point. OVID-19. ADDITIONAL

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