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Much missed Weeshie Fogarty remembered on his home patch

One of Killarney's most dedicated football men was honoured on Thursday - when a roundabout was named in his memory.

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| By Michelle Crean and Sean Moriarty Killarney Municipal District dedicated the roundabout at the junction of Dalton’s Avenue and Marian Terrace, to the late broadcaster and sportsman, Weeshie Fogarty. The proud Legion, basketball champion and Radio Kerry commentator was one of the town’s best loved sons. Thursday’s event was attended by his wife Joan, daughters Denise, Carolann, son Kieran, grandchildren Eva and Lucy, son-in-law Glen and the extended Fogarty and Slattery families. Local politicians and Legion club members were also present. “Weeshie, as we know, made his mark in journalism and broadcasting, particularly on Radio Kerry, where his unique style and turn of phrase won audiences far beyond the Kingdom and gave him a truly international reach,” Mayor Marie Moloney told the assembled group. “Weeshie’s voice was instantly recognisable. He had a special and unique way of talking about football and in talking about anything for that matter. And behind all of that was a tremendous passion – a passion for sport, a passion for Kerry and a passion for Killarney. He also enjoyed much success at club and intercounty level on the playing field with

UNVEILING: Pictured at the unveiling of the Dalton's Avenue Roundabout dedicated to Weeshie Fogarty in Killarney on Thursday were Joan Fogarty and her family, Denise, Carol-Ann, Kieran, Glen Spellman and grandkids Lucy and Eva. Photo: Don MacMonagle

his beloved Legion club and in his many years as a referee. “It is hugely appropriate that this roundabout is within a short distance of his beloved Fitzgerald Stadium, which in many ways was his second home. I can remember hearing a broadcast in which Weeshie, speaking from the commentary box, described the vista of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, St Mary’s Cathedral and St Finan’s Hospital, where, of course, he worked for many years. The piece proved Weeshie’s deep love for Killarney and its people. This was complemented by the award-winning Terrace Talk programme which had an enormous listenership.” Killarney Legion GAA Club said that they are "delighted and proud" that the Killarney Municipal District saw fit to dedicate the roundabout to the man who "is a legend".

Weeshie played for the club to the highest level, also representing Kerry at all levels culminating in winning an All-Ireland Senior medal in 1969. After his playing career ended he turned his attention to refereeing, taking charge of several County Championship finals. Outside of the playing arena Weeshie excelled in his role as a broadcaster for over 20 years on Radio Kerry and was known throughout the country as the 'Voice of Kerry Football'. In this role he won numerous accolades including PPI Radio Awards and was inducted into the prestigious McNamee Awards Hall of Fame in 2016 for his lifelong contribution to the GAA. He dedicated his working life to the care of others in his role as a psychiatric nurse in St Finan'sHospital, which fittingly overlooked his beloved Fitzgerald Stadium.

A man remains in critical condition in Cork University Hospital as the Killarney Advertiser closed for press on Thursday night. The man in his 20s sustained serious injuries in a crash in the townland of Buddaghans near Coolick National School in Kilcummin in the early hours of Thursday morning. A second occupant of the car, a juvenile, received minor injuries in the incident. The road was closed for a number of hours on Thursday morning while specialist collision forensic garda officers examined the scene. “We are appealing to people who may have witnessed the movements of a Toyota Yaris motor car in the early hours of Thursday morning in the Killarney and Kilcummin area,” a Killarney Garda spokesperson told the Killarney Advertiser. There are reports that the car may have been stolen but Killarney Garda refused to comment on this aspect of the investigation. Killarney Gardai can be contacted on 064 6671160.

St Finan's could be used to house Ukrainian refugees | By Sean Moriarty The Killarney Advertiser understands that St Finan's Hospital could be used to house Ukrainian refugees. The site has has been offered to the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage as potential accommodation for those displaced by the war. While nothing has been confirmed discussions are taking place at government level. “I have heard this, both on my travels in the county and outside of the county

LATEST: Yet another proposal for St Finan's site. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

but it is only speculation,” TD Michael Healy-Rae told the Killarney Advertiser. “I only deal in facts and until we know more we cant say anything.”

This is just the latest proposal for the landmark building that has been idle for almost ten years. It was put on the open market last year by the Health Service Executive after being offered to a number of agencies including the local council but so far no one has expressed an interest in the site. Mayor Marie Moloney is also aware of this latest proposal. At a recent Killarney Municipal District meeting she called for the building to be converted into one and two bedroom apartments to help reduce the growing housing list in the local municipality.

Her proposal was not carried as other councillors felt it would cost too much to convert the building into housing and apartments. She said the latest proposal has not been confirmed by anyone in the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. “Now, all of sudden it is not too expensive,” she told the Killarney Advertiser. “This should be for applicants on the housing list who are waiting for one and two bedroom apartments as well as accommodating Ukrainian refugees. We have a shortage of one and two bedroom apartments in the area."

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BikeFest details revealed | By Sean Moriarty After a two-year hiatus, Ireland BikeFest 2022 is back on the road.

SAFETY: Killarney Garda Sergeant Dermot O'Connell and Rally of the Lakes Clerk of the course Darren McCormick with Killarney and District Motor Club Chairman Dan Keane, right, Colin O'Donoghue (driver), left, and Ivan Hurley (Press Officer) highlighting the rally road safety campaign in advance of the International Rally of the Lakes this weekend. Photo: Eamonn Keogh

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With fourteen years of mileage on the clock, Ireland Bikefest is renowned as one of Europe’s premier free open motorcycle festivals and is a firm favourite of bikers, aspiring bikers, families, visitors and locals alike. Thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world are expected to visit the picturesque town and county to make the most of the fantastic scenery, touring routes, hospitality and festival atmosphere. The motorcycle festival makes a welcome return to Killarney from June 3 to 6 and the fantastic line-up of free entertainment, set to take place at festival headquarters The Gleneagle Hotel, has just been announced. This year’s programme features the biggest and best line-up yet taking in three stages - the Main Stage INEC, the Outdoor Stage in the Bike Village and The Harley Bar.

Some of the greatest tribute and cover bands on the planet are set to perform, the Gleneagle INEC Arena, including The Harley’s, Bon Giovi, JoanovArc, Abuse your Illusion – Guns N’Roses Tribute, The Irish Rolling Stones and festival legends and internationally acclaimed AC/DC Tribute - Hells Bells. Outside, in the purpose-built festival Bike Village, the Outdoor Stage will host a marathon of live music with performances by Oracle, The Big Rock Band, Chapel Hill Gang, Prima Donna Rising, The Dixie Micks, Liam O'Connor, The Back Axles, Q the Quo and Friends in Low Places. And that’s not all! Favourite bikers’ haunt The Harley Bar is set to host Traffic, Two Time Polka and Hell for Leather.

Killarney Gardai are expecting large crowds in town for this weekend’s Rally of the Lakes. | By Sean Moriarty Months of planning has gone into a road safety plan to help both rally organisers and the general public. With the expected increase in traffic volumes on the roads by day and the significant increase in footfall within the town by night, Killarney Gardaí have deployed additional resources for the entire weekend to address all aspects of policing. Gardai say they want everyone to enjoy the rally and “what Killarney has to offer” but any element of ant-social behaviour will be dealt with in a very strict manner. “Everyone is very positive this year, our plan is to provide reassurance to the public, and, in the event of an incident occurring, a timely and appropriate Garda response,” Sergeant Dermot O’Connell told the Killarney Advertiser. “Due to the cancellation of the Rally in 2020 and 2021 we expect rally enthusiasts to travel to Killarney in large numbers.” Mobile patrols and checkpoints will be

very evident over the weekend. Drivers will be randomly tested on the roadside for alcohol and drugs. Unmarked Garda vehicles will monitor the public roads to detect incidents of dangerous driving. Uniformed and Plain clothes Gardaí will walk the beat to detect illegal drug use and incidents of public disorder. “The policing plan takes into account the increased risk that is associated with all major events. “Similar to previous years, individuals arrested may find themselves held in custody overnight and brought directly to court the following day. Our aim this year is to further reduce anti-social behaviour. “We want all who attend Killarney this weekend to enjoy themselves, enjoy what Killarney has to offer, to create a positive memory of the weekend. “Any individual who intends to cause disruption on the roads or within the town should cast their memory back to the many Garda prosecutions initiated in 2018 and 2019.”

ROCKING: JoanovArc are one of the start attractions at Ireland BikeFest 2022

CONFERENCE: Deirdre Matthews, president and John Curtis, General Secretary at the Association for the Management of Catholic Secondary Schools – Joint Managerial Body annual conference in Killarney on Thursday. The minister addressed over 200 school principals from all over Ireland at the annual conference in The Europe Hotel and Resort on Thursday. Photo: Don MacMonagle

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Nathan’s Walk launch set for Tuesday evening Details of this year’s Darkness into Light – Nathan’s Walk will be unveiled at a special launch event at Reidy’s Bar on Tuesday night. | By Sean Moriarty Marie O'Carroll set up the Killarney walk in 2011 following the loss of her 14-yearold son Nathan. The idea behind 'Nathan’s Walk, Darkness into Light - Pieta House' is to help spread awareness to help prevent suicide and self-harm. It's also a chance to raise vital funds for the service provided free by Pieta House. The inaugural event took place in Dublin’s Phoenix Park in 2010 and it has now grown to become and international event. This year’s event will start at 4.25am

on May 7 from Ross Castle and Marie is encouraging early registration as she is expecting a large turn-out. The walk did not take place in 2020 and last year’s walk was a scaled back version due to the pandemic. “We will open registration at the launch,” Marie told the Killarney Advertiser. “T-shirts are in limited supply this year so we are encouraging early registration. We don’t want big crowds at the sign-on desk on Saturday morning either.” Additional early registration dates have been organised for the Racecourse on May 5 between 5pm and 8pm and May 6 between 5pm and 8pm.

Aidan Quirke (General Manager) bid farewell to our intern Tristan O’Donoghue. The Munster Technological University student spent 15 weeks learning about the sales and marketing industry with both the Killarney Advertiser and our parent firm KC Print.

Anglers Association ‘The Charity’ returns | By Sean Moriarty The Lough Lein Anglers Association will host its 34th annual charity open fly fishing competition on May 22. Lough Lein Anglers Association is one of the longest established fishing clubs in Ireland. A longstanding part of the club’s angling tradition is the event known simply as

‘The Charity’. It is always the most popular event on the fly fishing calendar in Ireland. Spearheaded by Timo O’Sullivan, and to date the anglers have raised in excess of €229,000 for deserving charities in Kerry and Cork,” said a club official. The main sponsor of the event is Lee Strand Co-op, Tralee. This year’s deserving beneficiaries are the Kerry Hospice Foundation and The Saoirse Foundation - BUMBLEance.

REMEMBERING: Denis, Marie and Ryan O'Carroll set up Nathan's Walk in memory of their son and brother Natan O'Carroll. Photo: Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan

THE CHARITY: At the launch of the 34th annual open fly fishing competition ‘The Charity' at Ross Castle, were from left: Corrie O’Flaherty (Secretary Lough Lein Anglers), Pat Doolan (Chairman Kerry Hospice Foundation Killarney Branch), Gearoid Linnane (Chief Executive Officer at Lee Strand Co-op), Jim Burke (BUMBLEance), Pat Curran (Treasurer Lough Lein Anglers), Padraic Couglan (Organising committee). Anglers included are: Pat Lehane and Denis Cronin. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

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Matt O' Neill, Patrick O'Sullivan, Jackie Looney and Larry McCarthy unveiling the new monument.

Fr Tom Looney ,Brother Pat, Bishop Ray Browne, Mayor of the Killarney Municipal District, Marie Moloney, Matt O'Neill Chairman of Dr Crokes, Patrick O'Sullivan, Jackie Looney President of Dr Crokes, Bishop Ray Browne,Fr Paddy , Eamonn Fitzgerald.Unveiling of new monument to commemorate the founding of the Dr Crokes Club in 1886.

Founders of Killarney’s oldest GAA club remembered Dr Crokes commemorated its founding fathers of 1886 by unveiling a plaque at the entrance to the Railway Road on Tuesday evening.

Matt O’Neill, club chairperson addressed the distinguished audience, which included Larry McCarthy, President of the GAA, assembled outside the Courthouse on a balmy sun -filled evening and paid tribute to the ‘18 Dangerous Dreamers’ as the founders were fondly known. “These were young men, some as young as 16 years. These were brave men, who earned a free Ireland, governed by its own people. These were true Irish men, who wished to freely live their Gaelic culture and heritage and decided to express that ancient heritage through the medium of our Gaelic games and under the newly-formed banner of the Gaelic Athletic Association. They embraced a wonderful dream, a wonderful vision, aisling breá, aisling áilinn, aisling misniúil,” said Mr McCarthy. Clrr Niall ‘Botty’ O’Callaghan is a staunch member of Dr Crokes and acted as M.C. for the historic occasion and excelled in the formalities in a professional pres-

entation of the 55 minutes allotted. He introduced the President of the GAA, Larry McCarthy, and Fr Tom Looney who captured the essence of the extremely dangerous times of the 1880’s in Killarney. It was a time of great turmoil due to the Land League and for the ‘18 Dangerous Dreamers’ who founded the club. Sports journalist Éamonn Fitzgerald welcomed the special guests present, representing the descendants of the 18 founders. Several of the family descendants attended and one represented the families during the formalities. A total of 14 were there in person and four more were video-linked in from USA, Belgium, England, Australia. The live streaming of the historic event was courtesy of club member John C . O’Shea. Among the guests were John and Philip Culligan, formerly of Ross Rd, representing their mother, Nee Crowe, a relative

Brothers Philip Culligan and John Paul Culligan pictured with Noel O'Sullivan in Dr Crokes GAA Club House.

of Archbishop Croke. When the formalities concluded the attendees went to the Dr Crokes clubhouse at Lewis Rd. to join members in music, song and presentations. Maggie McAuliffe, Club Events Officer and her many co-helpers provided an excellent array of various foods. Genealogist Rachel Foley, who was very helpful in tracing the descendants, is also the club’s Cultural AND Scór Officer. She presented her Scór teams for a half hour of wonderful entertainment. Led by musical director Noel O’Sullivan, the entertainers included Liam Randles, Aoife O’Callaghan, Jean Foley, Saoirse O’Sullivan and Teegan O’Sullivan. Sheila Dickson coordinated the celebrations in the clubhouse, where the descendants were presented with copies of the Dr Crokes History book. One of the descendants said: “Thanks

to your excellent research I found out more about my family here tonight than I never knew. Thank you Dr Crokes, you are a wonderful family and you do things so well.’ The President of the GAA, who had visited the club house and amenities earlier in the day and saw the U 11 and U 13 teams being coached on their regular Tuesday evening sessions, was highly impressed. He stressed the importance of tradition and how Dr Crokes valued that. Jokingly, he said it was hard for him as a Cork man to instance the case of Evan Looney, a fourth-generation Dr Crokes player who was man of the match in the Munster U20 final on the previous evening. President Larry Mc Cathy, left Lewis Rd to drive back to Dublin with memories of the beautiful tones of Scór winner Saoirse singing ‘The Parting Glass’.

THE 18 FOUNDERS OF DR CROKES (DESCENDANTS IN BRACKETS) 1 Jack Crowe 2 His brother Paddy Crowe, Railway men ( Tim Crowe, grandson and grand-nephew) 3 Con Courtney, a merchant ( Sheila Mulcahy, Clochán, Caisleáin Griaire, granddaughter) 4 Denny Courtney , ( Mike Looney, College Street) 5 Jim Galvin ( Galvin relatives, Boston) 6 Mick Gleeson, a boatman( Bridget Healy (née Gleeson, golf star) 7 Dan Guerin (Áine O’Reilly,nee Kidney granddaughter from Cloyne) 8 Con Guerin, (Sarah Moore, nee Fitzsimons ,granddaughter, Oldcastle, Meath) 9 James Kissane, a French polisher ( John O’Donoghue, descendant Coolcaslough) 10 Martin Kissane, a French polisher( Martin Kissane, descendant Coolcaslough) 11 John Langford, Manager of O’ Sullivan’s farm at Killeen and two-years later a founding member of the Kerry GAA County Board. (Descendant Des Hayes, Tralee) 12 Mike Looney, a Railway man (Evan Looney, great great grandson. Kerry U20 star) 13 Jim McGuiness, Henn Street, a carpenter( Colin O’Driscoll relative, Belgium) 14 Michael Moriarty , High Street a draper. (Drs Denis and Michael Moriarty, Dublin) 15 Maurice Moynihan Pound Row ( Kayleen Kenvard, Australia) 16 James O’Leary (Sneem and College Street publican (Dónal/Bríd/Mike Cahalane, Sneem. Brian Dempsey ,Dublin) 17 Michael O’Sullivan, brother-in-law of Charles O’ Sullivan, Bishop of Kerry 1917-1929. (Bernadette O’Sullivan, Galway, great granddaughter) 18 Rob Roberts, Pound Row (Sean O’Donoghue, Killarney, great grandson)

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London calling for Spa Killarney handball stars London is calling for a group of Killarney handball stars who are set to take on the best handballers in Europe in May. Members of Spa Killarney Handball Club are taking part in the United Kingdom Open One Wall championships which are part of the highly prestigious European Tour which takes place at venues all over Europe. Taking place on May 14 and 15, the event has valuable grading points on offer with Spa Killarney making their debut at the event. They will be represented in the singles competition by Eoin O’Donoghue (Men’s C), Aoife Walsh (Ladies B), Sinead Moriarty (Ladies B) and Brendan O’Donoghue (Masters Over 45). The sole Glenbeigh representative will be John Joe Quirke who will have a busy weekend competing in the Men’s C competition and teaming up with Brendan O’Donoghue in the Master Men Over 45 event. “We are excited at the prospect of competing in London. As a new club the experience we gain at this level will be

invaluable and help in the continued growth on the club. Hopefully we can gain some ranking points in the various grades. The competition is a group stage event comprising of three games with the top player in each group advancing to the knockout stages of the competition,” said Eoin O’Donoghue, PRO of Spa Killarney Handball Club. Aoife Walsh, a winner at the She’s Ace Tournament in Belfast and the Spa One Wall Slam earlier in the season, is competing in the Ladies B competition and is expected to gain valuable ranking points. She teams up with Sinead Moriarty in the Ladies C Doubles where Moriarty’s recent good form and continued progress will be key to progress in this hotly contested competition. The other Double combinations are Eoin O’Donoghue and John Joe Quirke (Men’s C) and Brendan O’Donoghue and John Joe Quirke (Master Men Over 45).

LONDON CALLING: The London Darkness into Light Committee includes Killarney natives Tara Cronin and Noel O'Sullivan.

Killarney natives lead return of London Darkness into Light

Two events will run in the British capital and each has an Aghadoe native at the helm The two London events also raise funds for Immigrant Counselling and Psychotherapy (ICAP) in London, a mental health charity serving the Irish community in the UK. Liam Kearney is the chairman of the London organising committee and he is running one walk at the London Irish Rugby Club’s training ground in Hazelwood. Tara Cronin, who during her term as secretary of the Kerry Association London was one of the founders of the London walk back in 2014. Noel O'Sullivan from

Ballaugh is also on the Criklewood commitee. She is now the fundraising and events manager with ICAP and she will take charge of the Cricklewood walk. “We are delighted that the walks are back. After two years when we could not gather together to walk from the Darkness into the Light, this year we welcome you to join us at either of the two walks, Hazelwood or Cricklewood, at 4.15am,” said Liam. “We will gather to remember all those that we have lost to suicide and hope that each of us by walking, running, hiking, swimming can be the power to be a light against the dark.”

Calls for vaccination clinics to be established in Killarney | By Sean Moriarty A Killarney councillor is calling for a inoculation centre to established in the town.

HANDBALL STARS: Handballers from Spa Killarney who are taking part in the European Handball Tour in London: Aoife Walsh, Brendan O'Donoghue, Eoin O'Donoghue, Sinead Moriarty. Photo: Con Dennehy.

Currently Killarney children are being forced to travel to travel to receive their jabs for Measles Mumps and Rubella. Cllr. John O'Donoghue raised the issue at a recent Kerry County Council meeting. “The current situation whereby families are being asked to travel across the county to receive vaccines for their children is completely unsatisfactory and I believe it encourages families to not bother engaging with the services, particularly those who do not own their own car,” he told the meeting. “Indeed given the standard of public transport servicing some areas of the County, it could be argued that these people are being discriminated against. I urge this chamber to call on the HSE to immediately reopen inoculation centres

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in all major urban areas of the county, or better again, to revert to the old system whereby children received their vaccines in school from a visiting nurse or doctor.” Cllr O’Donoghue’s motion was passed and the council executive will now contact the Health Services Executive in an effort to open vaccination clinics in Killarney and other urban centres in the country. HSE will be contacted regarding the matter.

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John Moriarty retires after 26 years service for Killcummin Rural Development Scheme Kilcummin Rural Development Group is bidding a fond but sad farewell to its long serving scheme supervisor, John Moriarty. John is retiring following 26 years of valuable service to the Kilcummin and surrounding community, and to the scheme participants in particular. The group had a small gathering in their project office to recognise John’s huge contribution. At the gathering, he was presented with some gifts and had a chance to celebrate with some of the current and past sub-sponsors, and participants of the scheme. Kilcummin CE scheme was initiated in 1993 in response to the EU Leader 11 Programme. Their objective is to maximise the potential of local resources and to provide job training and opportunities for the unemployed in the area, to improve the environment and provide quality essential services to Sporting, Social and Cultural Organisations in Kilcummin and the greater Killarney area.

RETIREMENT: Kilcummin Rural Development Group meet to mark John Moriarty's retirement

Helen Moynihan who will take over the role of scheme supervisor on John`s retirement said: “I certainly have big boots to fill, as John was very hard working, effective, liked and respected by all, but it is a challenge I am relishing. I had the great fortune of working with John in his capacity as scheme supervisor and I can testify to how much he will be missed amongst everyone involved in the scheme.” During its 29 year history Kilcummin Ru-

ral Development Ltd has worked with 12 sub-sponsors who provide valuable work experience and guidance for many participants, over the years many have gone on to progress back into gainful employment in their preferred area. John Lenihan, Chairperson of Kilcummin Rural Development Group said that John’s experience over the last 26 years was invaluable. His interaction with both the department of Social Protection and

the local sub sponsors was beneficial to the CE Scheme and was the key to the overall success. John Lenihan wished John, his wife Mary and his family all the best for the future. “Even outside his role of CE scheme supervisor, John is very active in the local community, and we are sure to see him remaining as a very valuable and permanent member of our community for many years into the future,” said Mr Lenihan.

Rescheduled Handel's Messiah set for May 7 Soprano Sharon Lyons, with her Son, Óige (aged 2) enjoying the bluebells in the ancient woodlands of Killarney National Park

QUEEN OF THE ROAD: Local classic car enthusiast, motorcyclist and bus driver Fiona Carroll drove a tractor for the first time last Sunday. Photo: Richard O'Donoghue

What is she driving now? | By Sean Moriarty By day Fiona Carroll drives the minibus for St Francis Special School. During her free time she is often found behind the wheel of her classic 31-yearold Nissan Fiagro or riding her Harley Davidson Heritage Softail. Last weekend she drove a 1995 Ford 5000 tractor for the first time. Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club (KVCVC) ran its annual tractor run last Sunday. Over 30 tractors took part in the run which travelled to Muckross, Glenflesk, Barraduff and back to Killarney via Tiern-

aboul. It was organised to raise funds for Kerry Mental Health but Fiona, who is a member of KVCVC said events like this also raise awareness. “It started out as a joke and the next thing I knew the club has organised a tractor for me,” she told the Killarney Advertiser. “There were people at the event who came over talking to me, asking about the tractor, many of these people would never have spoken to me, many of them are on their own, they mightn’t speak to someone from one end of the week to the next. Sunday’s event was good for my own mental health as well as everyone else who took part.”

They were promoting launching the rescheduled performance of Handel’s ‘Messiah’ in St Mary’s Cathedral in Killarney, Co Kerry. The world famous oratorio no will take place on Saturday, May 7 at 8.00pm and will feature the Dublin Bach Singers, a choir based in the Pro-Cathedral

in Dublin. The orchestra will be the Messiah Sinfonia and the concert will be conducted by the Dublin Bach Singers’ music director, Blanaid Murphy. Three of the soloists on the night have strong connections with Kerry as soprano, Sharon Lyons now lives in Killorglin, tenor, Conor Prendiville is also from Killorglin and alto Leanne Fitzgerald is from Lixnaw. Tickets, priced at €25, are available on eventbrite.ie . Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

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Частина піт-стопів буде розташована в районі заводу Liebherr Особливо там чекають на українців.

COACH TOUR: Driver Con Riordan with his Ukrainian passengers on the Ring of kerry last weekend. Photo: Natalia Krasnenkova

Ukrainians hail the kindness of the Irish

War displaced Ukrainians had their first experience of the Ring of Kerry last weekend and it is fair to say that were well impressed. | By Natalya Krasnenkova Philip O’Callaghan of O’Callaghan Coaches & Chauffeur Services organised the trip for 50 Ukrainians. “I want to start immediately by thanking the organisers, thanks to whom this exciting journey took place,” said Yaroslava Shkurko, a teacher from Kyiv. “I'll start with Maeve O’Connell, she works at our front desk. With Maeve, we practice learning English. It's nice to talk when she has a few minutes. When I jokingly called her my teacher, she was not confused and invited me to a lesson the next day. “Very nice person, many thanks for the sincerity, positive attitude and desire to help solve any issues.“ "Of course, our driver Con Riordan is a model of tolerance and restraint. Watching us with interest, he always tried to be close and did his job perfectly, especially on the steep mountain parts of the route. We applaud.” They visited Kerry Bog Village where they were able to get acquainted with the history and life of Irish society of the 19th century. “It is nice to note that our village hous-

es were also covered with reeds. And the interior decoration of houses is very similar to Ukrainian traditions,” added Yaroslava. They stopped for lunch at O’Carroll’s Cove restaurant on the coast where there was another pleasant surprise. In addition to a wonderful dinner, they received a musical gift - a local band played several songs for them. Ukrainians are a singing nation and repaid the locals for their hospitality with a mini concert of Ukrainian songs. “I am so inspired by the nature of Ireland that I want to insert a memory card with a recording of a trip to the Ring of Kerry and review it over and over again. Green meadows, ivy-covered houses, mountains, lakes, the ocean. You would see my son rolling up his pants, running along the ocean, and my daughter throwing pebbles into the water. But the most important impression on me is made by the people who live here. This trip was a great gift for us, but most of the people who took part in it saw us for the first time. Now I see that I want to instil in my children the same kindness that I see every day in the Irish,” said Yulia Dolia from Kyiv.

MUSIC: Yevheniia Omelchenko,Alena Bosko, Alevtina Rutto fly their national flag with local musicians and O'Carrolls and Cove restaurant team. Photo: Natalia Krasnenkova

З 29 квітні по 1 травня в Кіларні відбудеться міжнародна автогонка Rally of the Lakes 2022. У п’ятницю 29 квітня j 19.00 в центрі на Головній вулиці Кіларні розпочнеться урочисте відкриття та старт автоперегонів Rally of the Lakes 2022. Цей сімейний захід – чудова можливість побачити автомобілі та водіїв зблизька в безпечному контрольованому середовищі. Традиційно чемпіонат проходить в Кіларні на початку туристичного сезону і збирає тисячі вболівальників. Цього разу фанати побачать на трасі понад 200 учасників, серед яких багаторазові чемпіони Ірландії. Етапи розпочинаються в суботу з проїзду класичних трас Іст-Кері — Кілсаркон, Банард і Гортнагане.

Частина піт-стопів буде розташована в районі заводу Liebherr, що на відрізку траси між Кіларні та Фоса. Зранку в неділю екіпажі відправляються на культовий Моллс-Геп, найвідоміший етап ралі Ірландії, перш ніж взятися за складний тест Балагбіама. Ралі закінчується швидкоплинними етапами Shanera і Caragh Lake, обидва проходять двічі, щоб визначити, хто стане переможцем Міжнародного ралі Rally of the Lakes 2022. Урочистий фініш відбудеться в неділю о 17.50 в готелі Gleneagle Hotel Killarney. Церемонія нагородження переможців розпочнеться о 21.30 там же. для учасників та вболівальників це гарна нагода відсвяткувати перемогу разом!

Іди з темряви на світло 7 травня о 4.15 ірландці зустрінуть особливий світанок. Соціальний рух Darkness Into Light, що допомагає людям боротись із суїцидами та самопошкодженнями щороку зустрічає зі своїми прихильниками світанки по всьому світу. Це 5 кілометрова прогулянка, яку можна подолати пішки або на велосипеді. Вона традиційно починається в темну пору доби і закінчується вже на світанку. “Світанок - це символічний перехід від темряви до світла, від безвиході до пробудження надії. Світанок неодмінно наступає кожного дня і дає нам надію на вихід з будь-яких криз, особливо душевних”, - каже Клер МакКім — терапевт з гарячій лінії із запобігання самогубствам. Мета такої акції - привернути увагу до проблеми Мета такої акції - привернути увагу до проблеми самогубств та зібрати

кошти на організацію гарячих ліній де профеісійні психологи допомагають людям залишатися на стороні життя. Ініціатором акції в Ірландії є благодійна організація Pieta. В Україні в 2020 році понад 7600 людей вкоротили собі віку. По закінченню війни в Україні військові психологи прогнозують нові спалахи самогубств та загострення психічних розладів. В групі ризику - військові, які повертаються із зони бойових дій та цивільні, які стали свідками чи учасниками злочинів проти людяності. Тому вже сьогодні ми можемо почати долучитись до подібних акцій, аби черпати досвід якій можемо відтворити потім в Україні. Долучитися до акції на світанку https://www.facebook.com/ walkingfornathan/

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Applications open for Liebherr apprenticeships and scholarships Applications open for Liebherr apprenticeships and scholarships Both programmes are aligned with the academic calendar, reflecting the importance of a blended approach to training and education, with a mixture of practical and classroom based learning. The programmes offer school leavers a number of routes into training, education and full-time employment with Liebherr Container Cranes. Apprentice programmes lead to craft and academic qualifications and opportunity to continue education to degree level while scholarship programme recipients benefit from paid tuition, work placement, summer work and one-toone tuition. Apprentice programme with an academic qualification Run in partnership with Munster Technological University (MTU), Liebherr's four year enhanced apprentice programme sees apprentices choose from one of the following disciplines; Electrical, Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitter or Metal Fabricator. In addition to their craft qualifications, apprentices complete a Level 6 higher

certificate in engineering, resulting in a dual qualification and the opportunity to continue to an honours degree in engineering (Level 8). Apprentices benefit from practical training in Liebherr and get to work on the production of their cranes. In third and fourth year, they get the opportunity to work at Liebherr job sites worldwide as well as participate in an apprentice exchange programme with sister companies in Austria and Germany.

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Siamsa Tíre offers musicians opportunity to perform on stage Siamsa Tíre celebrates the diversity of traditional Irish music and has issued an open call for musicians to apply to perform at its monthly Trad Connections concert series. Is there any sound as uplifting as the opening notes of a West Kerry set, a Sliabh Luachra slide, a barn dance from Clare, or any as moving as the melody of a sean nós ballad? Siamsa Tíre, The National Folk Theatre of Ireland, recognises Irish traditional music as one of the richest and deepest seams of our cultural heritage. From the Chieftains and the Clancy Brothers to artists such as The Gloaming and Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh today; our music is rooted in our past yet endlessly evolving as it plays with tradition in the present. “We want to celebrate this with our Trad Connections concert series,” Siamsa Tíre’s Musical Director, Tom Hanafin, said.

“We want to introduce audiences to established local, national, and international traditional musicians as well as to upand-coming acts while also supporting musicians by offering them an exciting opportunity to perform.” Siamsa Tíre introduced this series in January 2020 just prior to the outbreak of COVID, hosting two very successful live concerts. Lockdown then meant there were few opportunities for musicians to perform. “So, we continued with the Trad Connections series online and streamed these concerts showcasing different acts on the last Friday of every month,” Tom added. Many well-known names have performed as part of Trad Connections to date. They include Lorraine Nash and 3 on the Bund, as well as Fergal Scahill, Ryan Molloy, Oracle, Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, Macdara Yeates, Conor Moriarty and Conor O’Sullivan, The Rising, Elle Ma-

rie O’Dwyer, Zoe Conway, John McIntire, Greta Curtin, Killarney School of Music and many others. This month’s Trad Connections concert takes place today (Friday) and will feature concertina player Greta Curtin, fiddle player Jessie Healy, and guitarist Darragh Curtin perform tunes from their vast repertoire of reels, jigs, slides, polkas, hornpipes, and more. The team at Siamsa Tíre is now looking for new voices to showcase. “We plan to continue this series into next year and beyond. We have a limited number of slots available this year and we’re currently filling slots for 2023. We welcome submissions from local, national, and international musicians. It doesn’t matter if they are well-known or new to the stage; we will consider them for inclusion in the Trad Connection series.” Anyone who would like to be considered can complete a submission form via www.siamsatire.com/events/folk-pro-

TRAD SESSIONS: Siamsa Tíre’s Musical Director, Tom Hanafin, has issued an open call for musicians to apply to perform at its monthly Trad Connections concert series.

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Keith plans to share his secrets in INEC show | By Tristan O'Donoghue Keith Barry kicks off his ‘Reconnected’ tour today (Friday) at the Black Box Theatre in Galway, but fear not as it won’t be long until he brings his new show to Killarney this summer.

CAMINO WALK: Kerry Camino committee members Adrienne McLoughlin, Mike O’Donnell, Grace O’Donnell and Ingrid Boyle pictured ahead of the Kerry Camino Walk this weekend.

Walkers prepare to take on the Kerry Camino this weekend The annual Kerry Camino three-day guided walk from Tralee to Dingle will take place on the May Bank Holiday weekend. The event has been held every year, with the exception of 2020 when it was cancelled due to COVID restrictions. It was established by a voluntary local group based in Tralee to encourage walking tourism and revive Kerry's links with pilgrims of the past, walking in the footsteps of St Brendan along the Dingle Way. Participating numbers have grown annually from 30 in 2012 to 350 in 2019. Over the three days from today (Friday) to Sunday, walkers pass through rugged, mountainous and coastal scenery, through towns and villages, stamping logbooks until reaching the final destination of the Spanish built Church of St James in Dingle, where Certificates of Completions are presented. Whether you come on a pilgrimage of personal faith and renewal, or for the fun and health benefits of a good walk, you are guaranteed an enjoyable and enriching experience.

Kerry Camino is both a walker's dream and a path of pilgrimage for the contemplative. The Kerry Camino Walk Weekend is a great social event. "Often people might be afraid to tackle such a walk by themselves, but the route is guided all the way along, and no-one gets left behind," Adrienne McLoughlin from Kerry Camino said. A certain level of fitness is required, with appropriate footwear, clothing, drinks and snacks. Each day's walking takes approx. five to seven hours and refreshments are provided at the conclusion of each day's walk. "As a voluntary organisation we are very grateful to volunteer members of Tralee Mountaineering Club, Tralee Civil Defence and other local walking enthusiasts who have assisted us in a guiding capacity for our walk weekends since 2012."

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Keith, who will take to the INEC stage on June 11, has been coming to Killarney for nearly 20 years. He told the Killarney Advertiser he "can’t wait to get back on stage and have the craic" where he will be full of energy as for the first time, he begins to share some of his secrets with the crowd by teaching one half of the audience how to hack into the other half’s brain. The show which is designed to "reconnect people emotionally, intellectually and sub-consciously" will also feature Keith performing dangerous demonstrations with a crossbow. He says the show is designed to make people "laugh until their faces hurt" but most importantly to make people re-connect and "experience a night of wonder, amazement and a feel-good factor" which will stay with the audience for weeks - after all the whole world has been through a period of isolation. Keith has always themed his performances which is evident from his last show 'Insanity', which "ended in a fullblown rave". With the theme of this show being reconnection, Keith has said this will be the "most emotionally charged ending to a show that he has ever designed" as he incorporates a spiritual ending to the performance. When asked if he gets nervous before performing a trick, he said there's always some nerves in case something goes wrong. "I always have a bit of nerves, things can go wrong. I've got to figure out when they do go wrong how I'm going to get out of it. I've learned over the years to turn nerves into positive energy."

HAVING A LAUGH: Keith Barry is bringing his ‘Reconnected’ tour to the INEC in June and plans to make the audience laugh.

Aside from discussing his new show, Keith told the Killarney Advertiser about how much he enjoys performing in Killarney citing the big stage, good lighting, large audience and great energy from the crowd as important factors. He also mentioned the nightlife and great meals that Killarney offers after he finishes his performance including Reidy’s and Treyvaud’s for food and drinks. "'I usually stay overnight, we always party in Killarney, and have a few drinks afterwards then hit the road the next day." Keith has worked hard throughout the pandemic, only taking time off for Christmas over the last two and a half years. He is doing really well on television with his show on RTÉ One 'The Keith Barry Experience' every Saturday night where he brings a lot of celebrities along with him. Naturally, Keith is looking forward to well deserved holidays over the summer listing Derrynane, Dingle and Killarney as possible locations.

Proposals to end turf sales should not go ahead Fine Gael Deputy Brendan Griffin, Deputy Government Chief Whip, has said the proposal to end the sale of turf should not go ahead. Environment Minister Eamon Ryan wants to ban the sale of turf from September as part of efforts to crack down on the use of smokey fuels. Members of the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party had a meeting with Minister Ryan on Tuesday night regarding the sale and distribution of turf.

"With all that is happening right now, in terms of the war, escalating energy bills, future fuel sources, Minister Ryan’s proposals as mooted in recent weeks should not proceed. This was made clear to Minister Ryan,” said Griffin. "Minister Ryan agreed to meet us again in the future to continue discussions on this issue which is absolutely integral to many householders across rural Ireland. "We look forward to this continuing engagement."

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FRIDAY

APRIL 29

GLENEAGLE INEC

10PM - 12AM Live music with Hell for Leather in the Backstage Bar 11PM -1AM Late night Piano Bar with John McGann in the Gleneagle Ballroom ____________________________________________________________

MCSORLEY'S

9PM - LATE BEER GARDEN Open with live entertainment NIGHT CLUB Open with live entertainment and DJ’s ____________________________________________________________

SCOTTS BAR

9PM - 12AM MAIN BAR Live Music - Ivan Ryan 9PM - 12AM COURTYARD Live Music - Alan Flynn ____________________________________________________________

SOCIAL 15

9PM - LATE Open with live entertainment

SATURDAY

APRIL 30

GLENEAGLE INEC

10PM - 12AM Live music with Renovator in the Backstage Bar 11PM - 1AM Late night Piano Bar with John McGann 9PM - 11PM Irish Dj and producer Shane Cordd on his first Irish headline tour comes to the INEC Club. Tickets €20.90 ____________________________________________________________

MCSORLEY'S

8:30PM - LATE BEER GARDEN Open with live entertainment NIGHT CLUB Open with live entertainment and DJ’s ____________________________________________________________

SCOTTS BAR

9PM - 12AM MAIN BAR Live Music - Sharon Langton Trad Band 9PM - 12AM COURTYARD Live Music - Zedz Dead ____________________________________________________________

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8:30PM - LATE Open with live entertainment UNTIL LATE Night Club open

SUNDAY

MAY 1

GLENEAGLE INEC

9PM - 11PM Live music with Free Fall Band in the Backstage Bar ____________________________________________________________

MCSORLEY'S

9PM - LATE BEER GARDEN Open with live entertainment NIGHT CLUB Open with live entertainment and DJ’s ____________________________________________________________

SCOTTS BAR

9PM - 12AM MAIN BAR Live Music - Ivan Ryan 9PM - 12AM COURTYARD Live Music - Brightside ____________________________________________________________

SOCIAL 15

9PM - LATE Open with live entertainment UNTIL LATE Night Club open

MONDAY

MAY 2nd GLENEAGLE INEC

9:30PM - 11:30PM Dancing in the Ballroom with Best of Friends ____________________________________________________________

SCOTTS BAR

9PM - 11PM MAIN BAR Live Music - Jeff Quirke

TUESDAY

MAY 3rd

GLENEAGLE INEC

9:30PM - 11:30PM Muriel and Fran

WEDNESDAY

MAY 4th

GLENEAGLE INEC

9:30PM - 11:30PM Michael Collins

THURSDAY

MAY 5th

GLENEAGLE INEC

9:30PM - 11:30PM Eddie Keogh

FRIDAY

MAY 6th GLENEAGLE INEC

7PM - 11:45PM A Concert for Ukraine, 6 hour concert features The Coronas, Gavin James, The Academic, Hermitage Green Susan O'Neill with MC Fergal D'Arcy. All proceeds from the show will be donated to the Irish Red Cross Ukraine appeal. Tickets €39.50 8PM - 10:30PM Concert in the Gleneagle Ballroom with the legendary Foster and Allen. Tickets €33.50

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Gardai investigating vandalism at Currow GAA Gardai are investigating an act of vandalism which occurred on Monday evening at Currow GAA grounds.

SHOWTIME: Performers from Celtic Steps The Show entertain war-displaced Ukrainians last Friday night.

Celtic Steps spark a show of solidarity for Ukraine

World champion Irish musicians and dancers put on quite a show at the weekend with a spectacular line-up of high energy jigs and reels for the people of Ukraine. On Friday, Celtic Steps The Show welcomed over one hundred Ukrainian guests to their Irish music and dance show at Killarney Racecourse where they were introduced to the magic of Irish music and culture. “For many months, we’ve all watched what’s been unfolding in the Ukraine with great sadness," Sean Murphy, co-producer of Celtic Steps, said. "A couple of weeks ago, I met a Ukrainian woman and her child at the Innisfallen Hotel and it felt like the right time to extend the hand of hospitality. I invited them and the wider group to the show in the hope that the music might help raise their spirits.” The Ukrainian group were collected from their place of residency at the Innisfallen Hotel courtesy of Flynn Coaches and transported to the racecourse, where they were welcomed by a sea of blue and yellow balloons at the entrance to the theatre. The highlight of the night was the performance of the Ukrainian National Anthem by the Celtic Steps musicians,

who had taken the time earlier in the day to learn the piece. “Celtic Steps The Show, thank you so much for the Ukrainian Anthem, we appreciate it a lot, we were in tears, Slava Ukraine!” Natalya Krasnenkova remarked. David Rea, co-producer and narrator of the show, said on the night that they "are privileged to have some guests here tonight, who through no fault of their own ended up coming to Ireland". "We are delighted to have you and we hope you have a nice time in Kerry for as long as you are here…this is a small tribute to you.” George Saary who works at the Innisfallen Hotel in Killarney and who helped coordinate the event added “On behalf of the Ukrainian people, we want to thank you for your great welcome. Some of the group said they barely slept after experiencing the energy and excitement of the show and they all appreciated the love and care that was shown to them on the night.”

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Club officials were left disgusted to discover that the door to their new gym was left severely damaged, not only with scratch marks but shoe prints, like someone tried to kick the door in. "It is with a heavy heart that we at Currow GAA executive have to highlight an unfortunate incident that has come to our attention today," club PRO Conor O'Leary said. "After working extremely hard over the past two years to put gym facilities in place for our club, vandals struck severely damaging the entry door to our new gym. "To say we are appalled and disappointed is an understatement after all the fundraising and help from our community over the last 24 months." Gardaí were notified immediately and are now investigating the matter, he added. "New security measures will now be put

VANDALISM: Gardai are investigating an act of vandalism at Currow GAA grounds yesterday evening (Monday).

in place and we would ask the public to contact any member of the Currow GAA executive if they see any suspicious persons or activity at Currow GAA grounds."

Tommy to bring laughter to local stage One of Ireland's best loved comedians is set to take to the local stage with a show planned in the INEC Arena this summer. Tommy Tiernan will bring his comedic talents to the town on July 15 with his brand new stand up show ‘tomfoolery’, a high energy mix of outrageous ideas and whimsical flights of fancy. His legendary record-breaking ticket sales extend across the world. He's the star of Channel 4’s hit show 'Derry Girls' and 'Live at the Apollo' (BBC) and the host of his own highly critically praised improvised chat show 'The Tommy Tiernan Show' on RTE 1. Tommy has been a stand-up comic now for more than 25 years, appeared on countless television shows including The Late Show with David Letterman three times and has had his own one hour special broadcast on Comedy Central USA. Not only has he performed in far flung places like Moscow and Moosejaw but he’s also toured every nook and cranny of the 32 counties of Ireland north and south from Tory Island to the Wexford Opera House. He’s been accused of blasphemy in

GIVE US A LAUGH: Tommy Tiernan will take to the INEC stage this summer. the Irish senate, voted Ireland's funniest living person and hailed by Billy Connolly as one of his three favourite comedians in the world. Tickets from €35 on sale tomorrow (Thursday) at 10am from www.ticketmaster.ie and from local venues.

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TIPS: Tony Griffin, Manager of Pat McDonnell Paints in Tralee, gives tips on how to paint the exterior of your new home.

How to paint the exterior of your newly built home We get a lot of queries at Pat McDonnell Paints this time of year, as the weather improves, from customers wanting to paint the exterior of their newly built house. | By Tony Griffin, Manager Pat McDonnell Paints Tralee Painting the exterior of your home not only transforms it but will also help to protect it from weather damage. We recommend that you always leave freshly coated surfaces to dry out fully for about six months before sealing it with any kind of paint. Once the surface is dry, have checked the weather forecast and picked your colours, here are some simple steps to follow! STEP 1: Preparation Cover the ground with dust sheets and tape where it’s needed, this will ensure your new paths are kept clean of paint spills! Next, dust and clean all the surfaces. Some may need to be powerwashed

first and cleaned fully with an anti-fungal wash like Farbex Exterior Fungicidal Wash, especially if there are any traces of algae or mould. Scrape down the walls so there are no uneven surfaces and fill any cracks or holes with an exterior filler like Prestonett Exterior Filler. Mask surfaces you wish to protect, like your window and door frames with a good quality masking tape like Deltec Masking Tape Extreme. STEP 2: Sealing If your walls need to be sealed then priming is one of the best ways. We recommended Ralston Wall Primer which has been diluted with water by a ratio of 1:1.

This means if you have a five litre can, you will dilute it with five litres of water. Leave to dry for approx. four hours and once dry you can paint as normal. STEP 3: Applying the paint It is important that you use a masonry paint when doing the exterior of your home, made in Ireland Dulux Weathershield Smooth Masonry Paint is perfect for our unique weather. We recommend diluting your first coat with water by 10%. Ensure you mix the paint thoroughly and apply starting from the top and working your way down with the aid of your cutting in brush, masonry brush and a roller designed for the job; we recommend the Corona Tuff Pro 9” Sleeve. Leave the paint to dry for approx. two to four hours depending on the manufacturer's instructions. Once dry you can paint with the remaining coats without thinning the paint. Apply a second coat and again

leave to dry for approx. two to four hours. Tip: Always remove masking tape after a few hours as the tape glue might dry and damage the fittings and windows. Equipment: Don’t forget the tools for the job. Below is a list of the equipment you need for this job. • 4” Harper & Green Masonry Brush • 2” Wooster Soft Tip Brush for cutting in • 3 x Harper & Green 12×12 Drop Covering Sheets • 1 x Corona Tuff Pro 9” Sleeve • 1 x Wooster 9” Roller Frame • Deltec Masking Tape Extreme • 1 x Harper & Green Blue Roller Bucket • 1 x Harper & Green 2 Piece Yellow Extension Pole Correct ladder or equipment to safely access the eves of the house and facia and soffit. You can find more tips and how-toguides on our site www.mcdonnellpaints.ie or call in store and speak with a member of our team.

Celebrations in the Kingdom as Lotto player wins €161k An online Lotto player in Kerry had a Saturday night to remember after matching five numbers and the bonus to win an incredible €161,300 after purchasing their ticket online at www.lottery.ie. The National Lottery has confirmed that a notification to the user’s online account and a separate email has now been sent to the lucky Kerry ticket holder. The online winner should make contact with the prize claims team on 1800 666 222 or email claims@lottery.ie and arrangements will be made for them to claim their prize.

The winning numbers for Saturday’s (April 23) Lotto draw were: 06, 15, 18, 35, 43, 47 and the bonus was 26. Saturday night’s Lotto draw marked the third Lotto Plus Raffle promotion of the year which saw 94 players get a massive boost to their winnings as the National Lottery topped up the Lotto Plus Raffle with an additional €1 million. The Lotto Plus Raffle typically sees between 80 and 120 winners of €500 in every draw. There were 94 Raffle winners which meant the boosted prize fund divided out to a prize of €11,138 for each Raffle winner. The winning Lotto Plus Raffle number

was: 3063 The Lotto Plus Raffle winners are advised to sign the back of their tickets and check www.lottery.ie for details of their nearest An Post Prize Claim Centre where prizes up to €14,999 can be claimed. Alternatively, they can contact the National Lottery prize claims team on 1800 666 222 or email claims@lottery.ie. Online players will receive details of the process for claiming their prizes. A National Lottery spokesperson said Saturday night’s draw proved to be a big one for Lotto players all over the country. "An online player in Kerry became the

biggest winner of the night after matching five numbers and the bonus to win an incredible €161,300 while 94 players shared a boosted prize fund due to the additional €1 million in the Lotto Plus Raffle prize fund. Instead of receiving €500 as is the typical prize for the Lotto Plus Raffle, each of these winners will now go on to claim €11,138 each. “While there was no winner of Saturday night’s €6,675,267 jackpot, 102,000 players nationwide won prizes across the Lotto and Lotto Plus draws. Wednesday’s Lotto jackpot is now set to roll towards an estimated €7 million.”

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watch ends and, because they are not baptised, are not yet under the authority of the church Since we don’t get many movies about the Amish culture and traditions, Rumspringa might be one worth checking out. It’s directed by Mira Thiel and screenwriter is Ana Cristina Tarpo.

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Author: Michelle Dunne The Invisible’ is a gripping crime novel which deals with the topical issues of human trafficking and the criminal underbelly in Irish society. Set in Cobh, Co Cork, Lindsey Ryan, a former elite soldier is spurred into protective mode when Lena, a badly beaten Syrian woman, literally falls into her life. When, to Lindsey’s horror she discovers that children are also being trafficked she’s is left with no choice but to find her part in this new war. But before she can work out a plan to save the women and children Lindsey faces her very own hell at the hands of local crime Lord, Patrick Adebayo. Facing the worst of humanity and her own private battle with PTSD, Lindsey is in a race against time and must once again fight for her life. If she fails to protect those around her, what if anything, will that life be worth? Michelle Dunne’s real-life experience as a soldier has her ideally placed to understand a world where people have

become one of the world’s most valuable commodities, trafficked on the promise of a new life only to be hidden away as modern-day slaves. In Lindsey Ryan, she has created a character that proves gender is not restrictive.

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Ryan Sheridan Americana Ryan Sheridan has announced his 2022 Irish headline tour, his first run of home dates since 2016, and released his latest single ‘Have a Little Faith in Me’. The popular Irish singer will also have a brand new album ‘Americana’ which is out Friday, May 6. Ryan, an Irish singer, songwriter and guitarist from County Monaghan, is currently rehearsing for the headline German leg of the ‘Love and Peace’ tour, which kicks off on May 3 through to May 23.

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Rumspringa Dropping today (Friday) on Netflix is Rumspringa which tells the story of a young Amish man who falls in love and makes a big decision. Travelling to Berlin he connects with his roots. Rumspringa refers to adolescence where, beginning at about age 16, Amish youth are no longer under the total control of their parents on week-

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But Irish fans can see Ryan and his spectacular live show ‘Love and Peace Tour’ (Ireland) at the following venues: The Haven Hotel, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford on July 31, Sea Church, Ballycotton, Co. Cork on September 2, at Mike The Pies, Listowel, Co. Kerry on September 8, Dolans Warehouse, Limerick on September 9, Whelan’s, Dublin on September 16, The Social, Gweedore, Co. Donegal on September 24. Tickets go on sale today (Friday).

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RTÉ One, Saturday, 6.35pm An orphaned girl befriends a benevolent giant, who takes her off to a magical land, where they attempt to stop the man-eating creatures that are invading the human world. Steven Spielberg’s fantasy adventure based on Roald Dahl’s book, starring Mark Rylance, Ruby Barnhill and Penelope Wilton.

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Why do ageing adults end up in assisted-living facilities? It’s right there in the title: it comes down to not being able to get up off the toilet. It may sound insensitive, but it’s a very real thing.

More broadly, the reason ageing adults go to assisted-living facilities is loss of independence. As adults age, basic movement becomes much more difficult. People retire, they are less active, and they have fewer reasons to get up and out of the house. So they sit all day, and their muscles atrophy. That’s why it’s so important to stay active as we age. We need to find or stick to an exercise routine to preserve our independence for as long as possible - not just for our own sakes, but also so our children won’t have to take care of us, or pay someone else to. The exercise needs of the ageing population vary by degree, not kind. What is standing up from the toilet? An air squat. What happens when someone falls and gets back up? An ‘Up-Down’. How does shopping get brought in from the car? With a farmer’s carry. Ageing adult athletes may not be breaking gym records - even though we have a few of our masters cohort deadlifting over 100kg!, but they can certainly perform modified versions of everything

the rest of the class is doing - and a good coach will know how to guide them. Intensity is relative for every athlete in the gym, while range of motion and movement goals stay the same. Strength training is also critical for ageing adults because it helps prevent and reverse osteoporosis (brittle bones). Even minor slips and falls often result in broken bones in ageing men and women with low bone density. Lifting heavy objects increases that bone density and reduces risk of injury. Group fitness classes may or may not be appropriate for all ageing adults. At Activate, we have several 55-plus-yearold athletes, and they do great in regular classes. Others choose to start with private sessions, and more still opt for our very successful Activate Masters programme. The point is that they get or remain active. I am not an elite athlete. I am not going to win any competitions or break any records. I joke about it all the time, but that’s not why I work out. I work out every day so that I can stay out of a nursing home and stay robust for the span of my lifetime. As the population of Ireland ages faster than the rest of the world (we will soon have one of the oldest populations in Europe), that is a noble enough goal for us all.

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School Transport Scheme Q: Is my child eligible for the School Transport Scheme? A: If they are between four and 12-years-old and living 3.2 kilometres or more from a primary school, or 4.8 kilometres or more for post-primary, they may qualify for transport to school. The service is only provided where there are at least 10 eligible pupils in a distinct locality that can be economically serviced by a bus route. You do not have a legal entitlement to it. Free transport is available to children with special needs to and from special schools and classes. If transport is not available a Special Transport Grant may be an option. Q: Where will the bus pick up my child? A: Parents must bring their child to their nearest pick-up point. Generally, bus routes are arranged so that no pupil has more than 3.2 kilometres to travel to a pick-up point. Q: How much does it cost? A: Primary school children: €100 per pupil, but not more than €150 per family Post-primary school students: €350

per pupil, but not more than €500 per family If you are eligible for school transport and you have a valid medical card, you are entitled to free school transport to your nearest school. Q: How do I find out about routes near me and when do I apply? You can contact your local Bus Éireann school transport office to get information about timetables, pickup points and applications for transport grants. Applications for the School Transport Scheme are now being accepted for the 2022-2023 school year. Applications close today (Friday April 29). _________________________________________________ Read more about the School Transport Scheme on citizensinformation. ie or you can call a member of the local Citizens Information Service in Kerry on 0818 07 7860. The telephone lines are staffed from 10am to 4pm from Monday to Friday. The National Phone Service is available on 0818 07 4000 Monday to Friday 9am to 8pm. Alternatively, you can email on tralee@citinfo.ie or log on to www.citizensinformation.ie

Cobblestone Comfort By Nicky Barry For two long years I’ve sat alone, amongst the cobblestones, Out in Muckross courtyard, and wrote many poems. Reception had been locked up, because of the pandemic, And it was so peaceful, with little tourist traffic. Weeks turned slowly into months, and then months into years, And I tried to cycle out, every single day. Dudley and Eunice came and went, with their winter winds, But then springtime came along, and birds began to sing. All my life I’ve told myself, that nothing lasts forever, And sure enough in Holy Week, all my prayers were answered, For the place was opened up, and tourists wandered through, And the wagtails were delighted, with the crumbs they threw. The staff were all happy out, to be back for the season, And helped me with the crossword clues, that were not too easy. Daffodils were just wilting, but primroses stepped in, And soon there will be bluebells, growing in profusion. The roads had been re-surfaced, with no pothole blights, And Muckross looked like paradise, in the Easter light. The Jarveys all were smiling, as they did a roaring trade, And God was in his Heaven, proud of what he’d made!

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Fr Pat wins Kerry Association in Dublin 2022 Arts Award Fr Pat Ahern has been announced as the most recent recipient of the prestigious Kerry Association in Dublin Arts Award. The award sponsored by Kerry County Council is in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the promotion and development of artistic, cultural and literary tradition of his native county both nationally and internationally. A native of Moyvane, Fr Pat was immersed in traditional Irish music from a young age. Having studied for the priesthood, he became a curate at St John’s in Tralee in 1957. He founded the St John’s Gregorian Choir and was given responsibility for liturgical music in the diocese. While in Tralee he produced and directed a number of liturgical pageants and was involved in the Scoraíocht movement in Comhaltas that led, in part, to the establishment of Siamsóirí na Ríochta in 1968. The Siamsóirí pioneered a form of folk theatre that presented Irish folk customs on stage through music, song and dance. The Bishop of Kerry decided to send the young priest to UCC to study a B.Mus degree under Professor Fleischmann, who was a great inspiration to Fr Pat. Graduating with a music degree from UCC in 1962, Fr Pat joined the Catholic Communications Centre in Dublin and studied TV and radio production. He produced a weekly series called “Network” for RTE Radio. Recalled to Kerry in 1973, he was released

Man finds 60-year-old McDonald's meal AWARD: Fr Pat Ahern has been announced as the recipient of the prestigious Kerry Association in Dublin Arts Award. Photo: Domnick Walsh

from parish work to devote himself to his work on folk theatre. His musical and theatrical work in the early years was channelled into the establishment of Siamsa Tíre, the national folk theatre of Ireland. Keelin Kissane, Chairperson of the Kerry Association in Dublin said “Fr Pat has had an inspirational impact both in Kerry and internationally. He has transferred the magic and music and mystery of Kerry to the stage and projected it magnificently to ever appreciating audiences both at home and throughout the world. He has been a great Ambassador for Kerry. Ciarraíoch go smior is ea Father Pat. Tá sé bródúil as a shinsear agus as a chondae agus as gach a bhaineann le dúchas na Ríochta. He has given much to Kerry. This

award is a fitting testimony to his creative endeavours on behalf of his county and country throughout his lifetime." Since then Siamsa Tire has gone from strength to strength, culminating in the opening of its new building on the edge of Tralee Town Park in 1991. Fr Pat was artistic director there until 1997. Other remarkable achievements included the first American tour where Siamsa sold out in Broadway in 1976, the many other tours that followed, the performance for the then Pope John Paul II at Limerick in 1979, for the Queen of the Netherlands, for the King and Queen of Sweden and in response to a personal invitation from Bob Hawke, the performance at the Australian Bicentennial celebrations in 1987.

A 60-year-old McDonald's meal - complete with half-eaten fries was found tucked inside the wall of an American home last week. While renovating his bathroom a man called Rob, who posted his discovery on Reddit, revealed the unusual find. The 59-year-old Illinois home was due for an upgrade when he found the meal in the plaster "wrapped up in an old rag", with the vintage packaging and said he was relieved that it was something "more sinister". He lives close to one of the original McDonald's locations in Crystal Lake which also opened the same year the house was built. "When we unwrapped it and found the old McDonald's bag and fries we were very surprised and grateful that is all we found hidden." He added that there "was no smell and surprisingly no trace of mice".

Adventurers to climb four mountains in 24 hours A gruelling attempt to climb the highest peak in each of Ireland’s four provinces in 24 hours will finish on top of Carrauntoohil in June.

MOUNTAINS TO CLIMB: Donegal mountaineers Fiona McGinley, Paddy Robinson, Damien Rodgers, Sharon Ward, Cathal McGettigan and Don Pearson are preparing to climb the highest mountains in each of the four provinces of Ireland.

A group of six Donegal-based mountaineers will attempt the challenge on June 25 and 26. They are raising money for the Garda supported Little Blue Heroes charity. Their adventure will begin on the 850m Slieve Donard in County Down at 3pm on Saturday June 25. Within 24 hours they hope to be at the summit of Ireland’s highest mountain

(1038m), just outside Killarney, after also tackling Lugnaquilla in Wicklow (925m) and the 814m Mweelrea in Mayo. “We have a support mini bus that will be waiting for us when we come down off each mountain to take us to the base of the next one. I think Mweelrea will be the hardest as we will have to climb that in the dark,” climber Paddy Robinson told the Killarney Advertiser. “But we can look forward to a sleep in the bus on the long drive to Kerry after that.” To donate go to: www.idonate.ie/ big4in24

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Ardfert designer joins RuPaul's Drag Race A north Kerry man who has been making a name for himself as a fashion designer across the globe is to appear on UK TV with next week.

CAMINO: A group of 48 are in Portugal to bike and hike the Camino into Santiago de Compostela in Spain to fundraise for the Irish Community Air Ambulance.

Air Ambulance goes international with Camino fundraiser The first overseas event for the Irish Community Air Ambulance is set to exceed its fundraising goal. A group of 48 supporters has arrived in Portugal to bike and hike the Camino into Santiago de Compostela in Spain.

The Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) is Ireland’s only charity Air Ambulance and works in partnership with the National Ambulance Service. The helicopter is based in Rathcool, Co Cork with critical care teams on the ground in Dublin, Mayo and Donegal. The organisation set a fundraising target of €50,000 for the week-long event which has already been surpassed. Participants from Kerry, Cork, Waterford, Limerick, Mayo, Galway, Dublin, Wicklow and Tyrone are taking on a 130km walk or 338km cycle along the Portuguese Coastal Route. George Blackshields from Cork City has opted for the cycle and has raised almost €6,000 so far. He has first-hand experience of the charity “We were on holiday in Kerry in June 2020, spending the day at the beach with family when my wife collapsed," he said.

"There was a huge emergency response. It was a relief to hear from the ambulance paramedics that the helicopter was on its way, I knew that it would be important to get Jean to hospital quickly. The crew did everything they possibly could to bring Jean back but sadly it didn’t work out for her. We really appreciate the efforts they took. The Irish Community Air Ambulance is badly needed, it’s an essential service especially in rural parts of the country. I cycle regularly and the Camino is another adventure for me and I’m so grateful to everyone who has donated over the last few months.” The walking group began in Oia on Monday and are walking 130km to Santiago de Compostela along the coast around the Vigo estuary. Walkers are staying in the beautiful coastal cities of Baiona and Vigo before rejoining the traditional Camino Portuguese from Redondela to Santiago de Compostela. The cycling group began their 338km route from Aveiro in Portugal, following the road less travelled to Santiago de Compostela. They are cycling along some of the most amazing sandy beaches of North Portugal and Spain, such as those near Povoa de Varzim.

This coming Monday, Colin Horgan from Ardfert will appear with RuPaul's Drag Race UK Vs World Winner Blu Hydrangea on BBC Three’s new show ‘Stitch Please’ at 8.30pm and on BBC Northern Ireland One on May 4 at 10.45pm. "I am absolutely buzzing to be joining RuPaul's Drag Race UK Vs World Winner Blu Hydrangea next Monday," he said. 'Stitch Please' invites two stitching crazy contestants to be crowned Stitch Per-

Over 3,000 cyclists enjoy scenic Dingle route Ride Dingle made a much-anticipated return to West Kerry on Saturday, when over 3,000 cyclists from around Ireland descended upon Dingle to cycle the country’s most scenic sportive. With a choice of two routes of 55km and 120km that wind their way around the Dingle Peninsula cyclists were treated to uninterrupted views of iconic Irish landmarks such as Skellig Michael, the Blasket Islands, Conor Pass, Slea Head and the historical fishing port of Dingle. Interest in this year’s event has been

Elon Musk buys Twitter for a staggering $44bn The world’s richest man has bought a major social media platform in a deal set to cost him $44bn! Elon Musk bought Twitter from founder Jack Dorsey on Monday with Dorsey saying it was "the singular solution I trust". However, questions now remain as to what's in store for the future of the company. In a post on his newly acquired platform he said "I hope that even my worst critics

remain on Twitter, because that is what free speech means". "Free speech is the bedrock of a functioning democracy and Twitter is the digital town square where matters vital to the future of humanity are debated. I also want to make Twitter better than ever by enhancing the product with new features, making the algorithms open source to increase trust, defeating the spam bots, and authenticating all humans. Twitter has tremendous potential - I look

fect. On a tight budget they each have 12 hours to create a look inspired from the world of pop culture, before modelling them head-to-head on a runway. "I will be joining Blu for the day and looking at everything from the starting point, to the stitching, to the runway." Stitchers Mariam and Amy take probably the most iconic and stylish teen movie, 'Clueless'. Putting their own spin on these iconic ensembles pushes them to their creative limits, but will their finished garments be up to the exacting standards of Cher and Dionne? "Thank you to Waddell Media for having me. It was such a great day!"

forward to working with the company and the community of users to unlock it." Many users took to Twitter criticising the move. "One man placed in charge of the largest communication platform of 7 billion people. Yeah, that's freedom" said one user, while another said "If you believe in free speech, you should oppose Elon Musk's attempt to buy Twitter. If he's successful, it would put extraordinary power into the hands of one man".

overwhelming after a pandemic-related hiatus put a temporary stop to events in 2020. This resulted in much excitement and anticipation at the start line in Dingle town as the event got under way at 8am. “We are delighted with how well Ride Dingle went on Saturday," Oliver Kirwan from Elite Event Management said. "As always, we’ve worked hard with Dingle Cycling Club to manage the smooth delivery of this event." Next year's event has a provisional date of Saturday April 15.

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Gardening - By Debby Looney

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

Lets talk about growth spurts and planting pots It seems that the longer the days get, the bigger the list of jobs in the garden gets!

keep an eye on the weather forecast and cover any annuals with garden fleece, or even some hessian.

Everything, including weeds, is experiencing a growth spurt. While, in principle, I am against using pesticides and herbicides, sometimes exceptions can be made for example, the gravel drive! There are a few products available which prevent regrowth, Weedol ‘Pathclear’, ‘Premazor’ and Resolva granular ‘Weed preventer’, all have enzymes which prevent seeds from germinating, giving you at least six months control. Conifers always look their best at this time of year, especially those with brightly coloured shoots such as Picea 'Daisy’s White'. Top of the list, for me, has to be Abies koreana, a beautifully shaped conifer, with bright green new growth and bright purpley-blue cones. It is a slow grower and suitable for medium sized gardens as a specimen. Herbaceous plants are all making an appearance, and Candelabra Primulas are spectacular now, with their tall spikes of multi-coloured flowers. They grow particularly well in moist shady areas of the garden, and they are slug resistant. For some weeks now bedding plants have been available, but to my mind it has been too early to plant them out. However, with the month turning and the weather heating up, it is safe enough to start planting out the bedding. Do

There is a fantastic range of pots available to the gardener, ranging from enormous glazed pots, to very affordable high quality plastic ones. My favourites are still the basic terracotta pot, as I love the way they age. There are pots to suit every situation, from square fibreglass ones in which topiary looks stunning to brightly coloured stackable pots. When planting pots, we have always been told to put some drainage in the bottom, such as gravel. This works quite well, but the new way of thinking is to omit any drainage. When water draining through the pot suddenly finds itself with nothing to cling to, that is, when it hits the “drainage”, it actually stops moving downward, and in a bizarre way causes waterlogging! So, save yourself the trouble, and put your compost straight in! Mix in some water retaining gel, and slow release fertiliser, then water the pot before planting. The gel will swell so you can gauge whether you have put in enough compost. As a rule of thumb, I find three patio plants such as surfinias or bacopas, in a 14 inch basket is plenty. Fill in any gaps with trailing lobelia, or other bedding in trays. If you put too much into a basket or pot, the result will be some of the plants dying due to lack of space!

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on epic 420km in aid of two charities

A three day 420km challenge from one side of the country to the other from today (Friday) will be a major undertaking for one south Kerry man. Steve Boyle, a native of Cahersiveen, will cycle from Donegal to Glenbeigh to raise funds for The Alzheimer Society of Ireland and Crumlin’s Children’s Hospital. Steve, currently working in Newbridge, Co. Kildare aims to cycle and run the route over the three days from finishing on Sunday. He departed Donegal town this morning at 8am and hopes to be in Claremorris Co. Mayo no later than 6pm. Day two (Saturday) will see him leaving Claremorris early in the morning and travelling towards his next destination in Bunratty Co. Clare. His final day on Sunday will see him leaving Bunratty at 7am for his final destination of Glenbeigh. “My reason for doing this event for The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is simple," Steve said. "Having seen friends and family affected by dementia and watched people I love lose their lifetime memories over time and the lasting effect it can have on family and friends, I wanted to do something worthwhile.” While training has been very enjoyable on the Kerry and Kildare roads, it has also had challenges. However, Steve's support has been brilliant and has giv-

CHALLENGE: Steve Boyle plans to cycle and run from Donegal to Kerry for The Alzheimer Society of Ireland and Crumlin’s Children’s Hospital.

en him that extra drive to complete the challenge. “I am doing this not only to raise funds for two worthy charities but also to challenge myself, mentally and physically.” Steve has set up an iDonate.ie page; 'Steve's Cycle Run/South 2022'. You can follow Steve’s progress on the Instagram and Facebook pages by searching Steve’s Cycle Run South.

TRAINING ACADEMY: Training continues at Glenflesk Academy for U9 and U7 boys and U8 and U6 girls in Barraduff Community Field on Wednesdays from 6.15pm to 7.15pm.

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Successful debut weekend for Headford racer Killarney’s newest motorcycle racer Stephen Heelan made his race debut at Mondello Park over the weekend. Originally from Knocknagree in County Cork, Stephen is currently living in Knockanes, Headford.Heelan will contest the Supersport Cup class within the Dunlop Masters Irish Superbike Championship on his Kawasaki ZX6R. Prior to last weekend he only ever took part in non-competitive track days. “I have been doing track days here and in Australia but only got the chance to go racing this year,” he said. Over three races at the Kildare track last weekend he finished in sixth, seventh and eighth place and ahead of some more-experienced racers. “I had a great weekend competing in my first ever race and I am delighted with the results,” he added. Heelan is the only Killarney-based racer committed to the Irish championship this season. Kevin Coyne has taken a year out to concentrate on his college studies, Frank Doherty has sold his race bike to fund other interests and sidecar racer Siobhan Ardener is struggling to raise sponsorship to fund her season. The next round of the Dunlop Masters Irish Superbike Championship will take place on the weekend of May 21 and 22 at Mondello Park

DEBUT: Stephen Heelan from Headford made his motorcycle racing debut at Mondello Park on Sunday.

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Busy weekend as rally returns With the International Rally of the Lakes set to return to Killarney this weekend for the first time in three years, the town will be exceptionally busy. Event organisers say that the 41st edition will attract tens of thousands of spectators for what is sure to be a festival-like atmosphere over the May Bank Holiday Weekend. “Preparations for the rally are now at the advanced stage and we cannot wait to welcome crews and spectators to the town next weekend,” Darren McCormick, Clerk of the Course, said. “We are mindful of the residents of the town so we ask everyone who comes to Killarney to leave the town the way you found it, bring your litter home and ‘Keep the Race in its Place’.’’ The rally kicks off on Friday evening, with a ceremonial start ramp on Main Street. The first car is due over the ramp at 7pm but the street will be closed to ordinary traffic from around 6pm. The rally proper starts Saturday in the late morning, with runs over stages near Kilsarcon, Banard and Gortnagane, before a service halt at the Liebherr Container Cranes factory in Fossa. Drivers will tackle those three stages in the afternoon. Heavy traffic can be ex-

pected in Kilcummin, Scartaglin, Gneeveguilla, Rathmore and Barraduff areas on Saturday. The bypass and the Fossa area will be very busy too. After an overnight halt in Killarney, competitors will have the daunting task of Molls Gap and Ballaghbeama to negotiate in the morning, each stage being run twice. The afternoon will see the crews fight for the rally win on Shanera and Caragh Lake, where overall and class winners will be crowned Killarney’s champions. Traffic on Sunday will be busy in the Muckross, Glencar, Beaufort and the Killorglin areas. The Muckross Road will remain busy on Sunday afternoon as crews make their way to Rally HQ, The Gleneagle Hotel for a champagne celebration on the finish ramp before a trophy presentation later on that evening at the same venue. The rally has a range of title sponsors for the 2022 event and without their generous support, there would be no rally. Rentokil Initial, Aherns.ie Motorgroup, The Gleneagle Hotel and OSI have all

LAUNCH: At the launch of the International Rally of the Lakes at The Gleneagle Hotel, were seated from left: Lisa Foley (Secretary), Michael O'Mahoney (Rentokil Initial), Paul Ahern (Ahern's Motor Group), Cllr Marie Moloney (Mayor of Killarney), Darren McCormick (Clerk of the Course) and Patrick O'Donoghue (Gleneagle Hotel). Standing from left are: Joe McCarthy, Colman Hegarty (Irish Tarmac Rally Championship), Martin Farrell, Brian McArdle (OSI), Denis McCarthy, Dan Keane (Club Chairman), Ivan Hurley (Press Officer) and John Buttimer (IPS Packaging Southern 4 Championship). Photo: Eamonn Keogh

joined forces to ensure the rally remains viable in what is a difficult return to action for both rallying and the businesses themselves following the pandemic. Last week, President of the Killarney Chamber of Commerce, Niall Kelleher, welcomed the return of the rally, stating

that the rally is worth upwards of €10 million to the local economy. He said the rally is “right up there” with other major events for the town. Local businesses can expect a major windfall from the event and hotel rooms are at a premium for the “must attend” event said Mr Kelleher.

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O'Sullivan gets late call up to Rally of the Lakes alongside third seed Muckross co-driver Noel O’Sullivan has secured a late drive with one of the Rally of the Lakes hot favourites. O’Sullivan has enjoyed an international career in recent years, only last weekend he won the opening round of the British Rally Championship alongside Osian Pryce in a Volkswagen Polo. Indeed, the pair finished runner-up in last year’s BRC. Prior to that O’Sullivan was on the World Rally Championship trail with Northern Ireland’s Jon Armstrong. As a result one of the area’s top co-drivers has not competed on his home event since 2017 when he finished fourth along-

side Sam Moffett in a Ford Fiesta. That will change on Saturday morning. He has been signed up by Callum Devine, the third seed for the event. Devine finished third overall in Killarney the last time the event ran in 2019 in a Ford Fiesta. This time they will drive a similar Polo to the one O’Sullivan competes in on BRC rounds. “It is so long I will need a map to get around,” he joked. “Anyone in the top four of five can win this – who knows? I am just excited to get a chance to compete at home. It’s been a while. Shane Buckley is another local co-driver in the top ten. He is alongside Daniel Cronin in another Polo.

BACK ON HOME SOIL: Noel O'Sullivan won the opening round fo the British Rally Championship alongside Osian Pryce last weekend. He is set to contest the Rally of the Lakes for the first time since 2017 this weekend.

WINNER: Rob Duggan and co-driver Get Conay, pictured with Rentokil Initial MD Mick O'Mahony at last November's Killarney Historic Rally, are the top seeds for the Rally of the Lakes National Rally. Photo: Eamonn Keogh

Duggan the man to watch in National rally Aghadoe’s Rob Duggan is the top seed for modified section of the Rally of the Lakes. He finished second on the recent West Cork Rally but, for sure, Duggan’s Class 14 Ford Escort Mk2 will set a very high standard on his home event. He also won the modified section of the Killarney Historic Rally in November and much of Sunday's route follows the same path as the winter rally. Fellow Killarney man Colin O’Donoghue will aim to keep up with his Escort rival. O’Donoghue’s Killarney Historic Rally challenge came to an unfortunate end last November, he’ll be hoping to keep

more pressure on Duggan this time. Irish Tarmac Modified frontrunner, from Wexford, James Stafford looks set to bring his Darrian to the Rally of the Lakes for the first time in 14 years. Other locals to look out for include Conor Murphy, Aidan Buckley, Tadhg O'Sullivan, Kevin O'Sullivan, Charlie Hickey and Denis Hickey in a fleet of well-prepared Escorts. Charlie’s brother John will drive his very unusual four-wheel-drive Escort. Colin’s father Kevin wheels out his lovely BMW M3. The Duggan family are out in force too, Rob’s brother Andrew will be co-driven by their sister Tara in another Ford Escort.

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Who will replace Breen and Nagle as Rally of the Lakes champions? The race to become Craig Breen and Paul Nagle’s Irish Tarmac Rally Championship successors hots up this week. | By Adam Hall RallyInsight Leading contenders Josh Moffett and Andy Hayes will renew their rivalry with Alastair Fisher and Gordon Noble on Killarney’s Rally of the Lakes. Moffett and Hayes looked set to go three from three in ITRC before a final day fightback gave Fisher and Noble their first Circuit of Ireland victory just over a week ago. Bogey time uncertainty provided an element of controversy to the intense rally battle. Nobody can deny Fisher of his four stage wins in a row to claim his Circuit success but there is no doubt Moffett will have extra motivation heading to Killarney. Moffett’s runner-up finish in the County Antrim event remains his only nonwin this year. Victory on last Sunday’s

Monaghan Stages Rally was his fifth of the year. Killarney’s Rally of the Lakes will be an altogether different prospect for the Monaghan driver. A sixth-placed finish four years ago is Moffett’s highest finish on the demanding rally. He retired from seventh on Killarney’s most recent 2019 running. The mix of fast, wide, and flowing roads to bump-ridden twists and turns is the ultimate Irish Tarmac test for every crew. If Moffett can master this one in his Hyundai, he’ll be a hard man to catch at the front of the Irish Tarmac standings. Fisher will be hoping to turn his second behind Breen in 2019 to a first this time around. Indeed, if that happens his runner-up championship finish three years ago looks more likely to become one place better this year.

An emotional Paul Nagle celebrates his win on the 2019 Rally of the Lakes with his driver Craig Breen. He became the first Killarney resident the win the rally. The wining crew are flanked by the Ford Fiesta R5 that they steered to victory and the Ford Cortina ‘ROAD CLOSED’ car made famous by Paul’s late father Maurice who was a stalwart of the Killarney and District Motor Club. Photo Damien Switzer

Yes, it’s a case of ifs and buts… but isn’t it fantastic to have such anticipation heading to the Irish Tarmac’s fourth round of the season. Seeded third, Callum Devine and Noel O’Sullivan (see separate story) could well be good value to achieve their first win of the year. Devine found his R5 form in Killarney three years ago, going “fastest up the Gap” in a head-turning performance. Devine was one driver to notice the suspension tweaks Breen and Nagle made to their Fiesta between Killarney’s contrasting stages in 2019. After finally getting his hands on a Volkswagen Polo R5 the soon-to-be 28-year-old will be aiming for an early birthday present. He’ll be expecting nothing short of top points this weekend. Meirion Evans, Cathan McCourt, Jonny Greer, and Daniel Cronin will continue to

provide healthy competition behind the main contenders. Evans suffered his first disappointment of the season earlier in April. He knocked a wheel off his Polo on the Circuit’s final day, just when he thought he had recaptured his usual front-end form. Declan Boyle, David Guest, and Owen Murphy complete a well-rounded top ten ready to tackle the Lakes. Killarney’s jam-packed entry includes Historic and Junior entries brimming with class and talent. Six stages on Saturday precede a full-on Sunday. The final day features four loops with two stages in each, including Moll’s Gap and Ballaghbeama. Ireland has enjoyed a few sensational rallies already this year but this could very well be the best yet.

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IN MEMORIAM

29.04.2022 3RD ANNIVERSARY CRONIN

4TH & 9TH ANNIVERSARIES

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY

In loving memory of our dear uncle Patrick (Pat) O Sullivan late of Rockfield west, Faha, Killarney who died on the 29th April 2020.

In loving memory of Gérard Moynihan late of 97 Pinewood who passed away the 29th April 2021

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In loving memory of Brendan Cronin Mangerton Rd, Muckross, Killarney who died on the 2nd May 2019 When great trees fall, Rocks on distant hills shudder, lions hunker down in tall grasses and even elephants Lumber after safety. When great souls die and our reality,bound to them, takes leave of us. Our souls,dependent upon their nurture, now shrink,wizened. Our minds,formed and informed by their radiance, fall away. And when great souls die, after a period peace blossoms, slowly and always irregularly Spaces fill with a kind of soothing electric vibration Our senses,restored,never to be the same,whisper to us They existed.They existed We can be.Be and be better.For they existed! Go dtí go gcasfaimid le chéile arís Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by your wife Moira and family Aoife, Seódhna, Brendan and son-in-law Nick. Níl siad imithe uainn, tá siad imithe romhainn

In loving memory of Mary and Sylvester Bartlett late of 46 O’Kelly’s Villas, Killarney who passed on 27th April 2018 and 24th October 2012 Today is not just your anniversary It is time’s greatest testimony that the both of you Were always meant to be together and destined to be our parents. Apart from being the best the both of you will always be stars in our lives In life we loved you dearly In death we do the same. You left us beautiful memories Your love forever our guide and although we cannot see you you will always be by our side Grief is the last act of love We give to you both.

A golden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest God broke our hearts to pieces When he took you to your rest. May the winds of heaven blow softly And whisper in your ear How much we love and miss you And wish that you were here. Missed, loved and remembered every day Janice, Damien, Caitlin, Eabha xxxx

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

Time passses, your memory is our keepsake Loved and missed.

1ST ANNIVERSARY MOYNIHAN

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

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In loving memory of Patrick (Pat) O Sullivan late of Rockfield west, Faha, Killarney who died on the 29th April 2020. Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day Unseen, Unheard but always near Still loved still missed and very dear Lovingly remembered by John, Mary & Family

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On this Gérard’s first anniversary Marie, Donal and Siobhan would like to take a moment to remember our brother. To all of you, his neighbours and friend’s special thanks for your watchful eye over the years. So many of you helped and supported us during and after our loss. Know that we appreciated your generosity with your time. To the professionals who attended our home on the day and the O’ Shea family for their help and guidance. Thank you.

Where there is deep grief There was and will always be great love.

Brendan’s Anniversary Mass will be on Sunday 8th May 9.30am in Muckross Church

3RD ANNIVERSARY

In loving memory of Antoinette Cronin late of Shinnagh, Rathmore who passed away on April 25th 2014.

11TH ANNIVERSARY HEALY

In loving memory of Gérard Moynihan late of 97 Pinewood who passed away the 29th April 2021 Uncle Gérard Now you’ve got wings Spread them wide and fly Soar high to rest on the clouds. Love always, Carrie.

20TH ANNIVERSARY LINEHAN

Your life was a blessing Your memory a treasure You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure In loving memory of Brendan Cronin Mangerton Rd, Muckross, Killarney who died on the 2nd May 2019 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. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by Bob and Eileen Ferris, Dunloe

Loving remembered by all the family. Anniversary Mass will be held on Sunday 1st May at 11.30am in St. Joseph’s Church, Rathmore.

19TH ANNIVERSARY LOONEY

3RD ANNIVERSARY CRONIN In loving memory of Peggy Looney late of 42 Daltons Avenue, Killarney who died on the 6th of May 2003.

In loving memory of Brendan Cronin Mangerton Rd, Muckross, Killarney who died on the 2nd May 2019

No length of time can take away Thoughts of you from day to day Though absent you are always near Still loved, still missed, still very dear.

Softly the leaves of memories fall Gently we gather and treasure them all Unseen, unheard but always near Still loved, still missed, still very dear.

Loved and remembered always by your sons, daughters, son-in-laws, daughter-in-laws, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your brothers, sister and extended Cronin family Muckross.

Anniversary Mass will be held on Friday the 6th May at 9.30am in the Church of the Resurrection, Park Road

IN MEMORIAM

In loving memory of James P. (Jim) Healy ‘Alto Vista” Loreto Road Killarney Co. Kerry who passed away on 1st May 2011. We lost a father with a heart of gold How much we miss him can never be told He shared our troubles and helped us along If we follow his footsteps we will never go wrong. We miss you from your fireside chair Your loving smile and gentle air Your vacant place no one can fill We miss you Dad and always will. Always loved, dearly remembered and sadly missed by your sons, John, Ted & Justin, daughter Martha, sister Mary, brother Fred, daughters in law Patricia, Dympna & Jenny, son in law Sean and grandchildren Grace, Rebecca, Elodie, Amy, Laura, Cillian, Amelia, Jonah and James.

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

In loving memory of Michael Linehan late of Linehan’s Bar 13 College Street, Killarney who died on the 30th April, 2002. Just a prayer from the family who loved you Just a memory fond and true In our hearts you will live forever Because we thought the world of you. Fondly remembered and sadly missed by Han, Siobhan, Daniel, Matthew and all the extended Linehan families.

PRAYER FOR THE EXPECTANT MOTHER O Holy Mother Mary, obtain for me a share in the holy dispositions which filled your beautiful soul, during the nine months you bore your divine son. Make me a mother after Gods own heart forming my children to serve him here on earth, and to be a means of spreading his Kingdom and leading other souls to him. St. Joseph head of the holy family pray for the father of this child that he and I may rear our family so that our home may be like the holy home in Nazareth. May the children and we be reunited in the eternal home to rejoice for all eternity at the feet of God. Amen. AM

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IN MEMORIAM 14TH ANNIVERSARY

5TH ANNIVERSARY

HORGAN

KEARNS

In loving memory of Mossie and Betty Horgan late of 118 Ardshanavooley, Killarney who died 27th March 2008, 4th May 2008.

In loving memory of a dear husband father and grandfather, Tony Kearns late of 45 Ballyspillane, Killarney who died on the 2nd May 2017.

In loving memory of our dear brother-in-law Tony Kearns late of Ballyspillane who sadly passed away on 2nd May, 2017.

Our lives go on without ye But nothing is the same We have to hide our heartache When someone speaks your names.

I watched you suffer, I saw you die But all I could do was sit close by You went away, we had to part God eased your pain but broke my heart.

When God held out his precious hands To take you from your pain You stretched your weary hand right back As he softly called your name.

Sad are the hearts that love ye Silent are the tears that fall Living without ye is the hardest part of all.

Sadly missed and never forgotten, by your wife Mary xxx

“Come home with me”, he gently said “Your pain will leave you soon Just close your eyes and take my hand And we’ll quietly leave the room”.

Ye did so many things for us Your hearts were so kind and true And when we needed someone We could always count on ye. The special years will not return When we were all together But with the love within our hearts Ye will walk with us forever.

Anniversary Mass takes place on Sunday 1st May 2022 at 11am, Church of The Resurrection, Park Road, Killarney

5TH ANNIVERSARY KEARNS

Lovingly missed and forever in our hearts, Sheila and Tom. xx

2ND & 35TH ANNIVERSARY FOLEY

In loving memory of our mum and dad, Nellie and Daniel Foley Barleymount West, Fossa Killarney who died on May 3rd 2020 and 23rd March 1987 Missed in the morning of every day Missed in the evening as light fades away Missed in a thousand and one little ways Around every corner a memory strays We will cherish your memory forever In a world that is never the same. Remembering you always, from all your family. Anniversary Mass in Prince of Peace Church, Fossa on Saturday 7th May at 7:30

5TH ANNIVERSARY KEARNS

2ND ANNIVERSARY FOLEY

Sadly missed and always loved by your sons Colm and Shane and daughter Caroline, your daughters in law Helen and Deirdre and son in law Stephen. Nana and Grandad We love you and miss you very much.

In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather Tony Kearns late of 45 Ballyspillane, Killarney who died on 2nd May 2017.

In loving memory of Tony Kearns late of Ballyspillane who sadly passed away on 2nd May, 2017.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday 30th April at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

With tearful eyes we watched you And saw you pass away Although we loved you dearly We could not make you stay.

There is no night without a dawning No winter without a spring And beyond death’s dark horizon Our hearts once more will sing.

4TH ANNIVERSARY

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

For those who leave us for a while Have only gone away Out of a restless careworn world Into a “Brighter Day”.

Always remembered and sadly missed, your son Denis & daughter-in-law Maria your son Aidan & Pauline, granddaughters Sophie & Jessie Mai, your grandson Casey and your daughter Siobhán xxx

Sadly missed and forever in our thoughts, Ian, Mark, Sandra, Kevin and their families xxxx

Love Kayla, Lizzy, Bethany, Brian, Rachel, Fionn and Robyn.

HOGAN

In loving memory of a dear mother grandmother and great grandmother (Mary) Maura Horgan late of Listry, Faha, Killarney who died on 2nd May 2018 R.I.P. We lost a mother with a heart of gold How much we miss her can never be told She shared our troubles and helped us along If we follow her footsteps we will never go wrong. We miss you from your fireside chair Your loving smile and gentle air Your vacant place no one can fill We miss you mother and always will On earth she toiled, in heaven she rests God bless you mother you were one of the best. Lovingly remembered and never forgotten by your son Jeremiah, daughters Margaret and Hannah, sons-in-law Michael and Liam, grandchildren and great grandchildren and all your extended family and friends.

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

IN MEMORIAM

MIRACULOUS INVOCATION TO SAINT THERESA, THE LITTLE FLOWER O glorious St. Theresa, whom Almighty God has raised up to aid and counsel mankind. I implore your miraculous intercession. So powerful are you in obtaining every need of body and soul our Holy Mother Church proclaims you a “prodigy of miracles, the greatest Saint of modern times.” Now I fervently beseech you to answer my petition (mention here) and to carry out your promises of “spending Heaven doing upon earth...of letting fall from Heaven a shower of Roses”. Henceforth dear little flower, I will fulfill your plea, “to be made known everywhere” and I will never cease to lead others to Jesus through you. Amen. Say the above for 9 days and you will receive a flower or a rose, in some form during or after 9 days as an indication that your request will be granted.MB

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.

In loving memory of Nellie Foley Barleymount West, Fossa Killarney who died on May 3rd 2020. We lost a Grandma with a heart of gold How much we miss her can never be told She shared our troubles and helped us along If we follow her footsteps We will never go wrong. Thinking of you always, Michelle xx

2ND ANNIVERSARY FOLEY

PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Holy Spirit You make me see everything and show me the way to reach my ideal. You who give me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me and who are in all instances of my life with me. I in this short dialogue I want to thank you for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from You no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with You and my loved ones in Your perpetual Glory. Amen. (Say this prayer three consecutive days without stating the request, after the 3rd day the request will be granted no matter how difficult it may be. Promise to publish this as soon as your request is granted.)

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

In loving memory of Nellie Foley Barleymount West, Fossa Killarney who passed away the 3rd May 2020. God called your name so softly That only you could hear And no one heard the footsteps Of angels drawing near. Softly from the Shadows They came a gentle call You closed your eyes and went to sleep You quietly left us all. Sadly missed by Donie, Liz and family.

PRAYER TO ST. MARGARET Dear Saint Margaret, before your Martyrdom you prayed that whenever an expectant mother ask’s for your protection, her child might be born without harm, because a voice from heaven assured you that your prayers were heard. Help me now in my need, look after myself, watch over my infant and protect both of us all our lives. We ask this through the intercession of Mary, mother of God and infinite mercy of her son, Jesus Christ. Amen.

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IN MEMORIAM

29.04.2022 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY O’SHEA

In loving memory of Ted O’Shea late of Muckross, Killarney who passed away on 26th April 2021. As we remember Ted on his first anniversary, his wife Cecilia, sons Bernard and Timothy, daughters Colette, Deirdre and Mairéad, daughter-in-law Clare, Mairéad’s partner Eamon and extended family would like to thank everyone who supported us on our loss. A sincere thank you to Fr. Kieran O’Brien and Fr. Paddy O’Donoghue for the celebration of the funeral mass and to Sharon Lyons and Anita Lakner for their special contribution in music and song. Special thanks also to Martin O’Brien for his music at the graveside. To Michael and Mary O’Shea and staff for their kind help and guidance in arranging Ted’s funeral, our sincere thanks. A special thank you to Dr. Gary Stack and to all the dedicated doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals who supported Ted in hospital and at home. Our sincere thanks also to the caring staff of Holy Cross Day Care Centre and to Dr. Mags Clifford and the wonderful staff of the Palliative Care Unit in UHK, Tralee. With public health restrictions at the time of the funeral, we wish to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy received and to thank all who watched the funeral mass online or attended outside St. Mary’s Cathedral or at the graveyard in Muckross Abbey. To our neighbours and friends who stood outside our family home and those who lined the way along Mangerton Road, Muckross Road and funeral route to pay their respects, our sincere thanks. A special word of thanks to Flesk Valley Rowing Club for the guard of honour along Ted’s final journey past the club and lakeshore. As it is not possible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknow -ledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude.

17TH ANNIVERSARY

O’DONONGHUE

In loving memory of Bridget O’ Connor late of Mountain View, Gortroe Cottages, Fossa, Killarney who died on the 1st of May 2005.

In loving memory of Denis O’Donoghue late of Coracow, Headford, Killarney who died on the 3rd of May 1981.

To us you were someone special So good, so kind, so true You’ll never be forgotten Mom For we thought the world of you. A very special person You will never be replaced Since the day you left us There’s been an empty space. We feel you’re still around us You are always on our minds And when we talk about you It’s all of happy times. We won’t forget the face we loved Or the memory of your smile Or the countless things you did for us To make our lives worthwhile. It’s lonely here without you Mom So sad for us each day The world has never been the same Since God took you away. You gave us all you had to give Gifts both big and small But most of all you gave us love The greatest love of all You are always in our thoughts and prayers and sadly missed by your son Thomas, daughter in law Joan and grandchildren Thomas and Maryann, Crosstown. Anniversary Mass will be held in Prince of Peace Church Fossa at 7.00pm on Tuesday 3rd May

17TH ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR

In loving memory of Bridget O’ Connor late of Mountain View, Gortroe Cottages,Fossa, Killarney who died on the 1st of May 2005. We think of you in silence We often speak your name But all we have are memories And your picture in a frame.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

Your resting place we visit Flowers we put with care But no one knows the heartache As we turn and leave you there. Sadly missed by your son Francis, daughter-in-law Rita, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Anniversary Mass will be held in Prince of Peace Church Fossa at 7.00pm on Tuesday 3rd May

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

IN MEMORIAM

So many things have happened Since you were called away So many things to share with you Had you been left to stay Every day in some small way Memories of you come our way Though absent, you are ever near Still missed, loved and always dear.

O Glorious St. Joseph, Faithful father of Jesus to you do we raise our hearts and hands to implore the Sacred Heart of Jesus all the helps and graces necessary for our special favours. Especially the grace of a happy death and the special favours we now ask. St. Joseph pray for us.

16TH ANNIVERSARY O’LEARY

Treasured memories of a wonderful father and grandfather Patrick O’ Leary late of “Woodbine Haven,” Upper Lissivigeen, Killarney who died on 3rd of May, 2006. Dad You are not far - no further away Than the morning is to The promise of the day Than the stars to the night Than the sun to the sky You are not far - this is not goodbye You are not far - you are always near In the memories that we hold most dear In the hearts that still care In the love that goes on You will never be far You will never be gone. Loving you always, never forgetting you, your fond sons, daughters, sons-in-law and daughters-in-law.

Sadly missed by your loving wife Lyndsay and son Kenneth.

Granda We’re sending a kiss Up to the sky so blue Catch it Granda It’s just for you.

Anniversery Mass will take place in St Agatha’s Church Glenflesk on Saturday 30th April at 6pm

41ST ANNIVERSARY O’DONOGHUE

Loved and remembered everyday your grandsons, granddaughters & great grandchildren. Anniversary Mass will be held in Church of the Resurrection on Saturday 7th of May at 9.30am

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN In loving memory of Denis O’Donoghue late of Coracow, Headford, Killarney who died on the 3rd of May 1981. You life was one of kindly deeds A helping hand for others in need Sincere and true in heart and mind Beautfiful memories left behind.

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

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

MIRACLE PRAYER NOVENA TO ST. JOSEPH

JESUS

Down here we mourn, but not in vain For up in heaven we will meet again.

MIRACLE PRAYER

Ted’s First Anniversary Mass will take place on Sunday 1st May in Muckross Church at 9.30am

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.

Time speeds on forty-one years have passed Since, death its gloom, its shadow, cast Within our home, where all seemed bright And took from us a shining light We miss that light, and ever will His vacant place there is none to fill.

Always remembered by your sister-in-law Marie, Michael and family.

Life is but a stopping place A pause in what’s to be A resting place along the road To sweet eternity. And when the journey finally ends we’ll claim a great reward and find an everlasting peace together with the Lord.

41ST ANNIVERSARY

O’CONNOR

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

In loving memory of our mom Hazel O’Sullivan late of 11 Woodford Manor Ballycasheen Killarney who passed away on the 3rd May 2020. God saw you getting tired And a cure was not to be So he put his arms around you And whispered “Come to me”. With tearful eyes we watched you As you slowly slipped away And though we loved you dearly We couldn’t make you stay. Your golden heart stopped beating Your tired eyes put to rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best. Sadly missed by all her remaining family and extended family

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

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

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Kerry U20s come good in tense Munster final

| By Adam Moynihan

Kingdom secure title No. 29 after strong second-half showing After a score-shy first half that yielded just three points, the Kerry U20s eventually burst into life to overcome the challenge of Cork in Monday night’s Munster final in Tralee. A beautifully worked team goal finished off by centre forward Thomas O’Donnell in the 32nd minute kickstarted a blistering run that left Cork with a mountain to climb. Points by substitutes Jordan Kissane, Gearóid Hassett and Jack O’Connor (two apiece) finished the job as Declan O’Sullivan’s side safely secured their passage to an All-Ireland semi-final against Tyrone with seven points to spare. Speaking to this journalist on The Kerry Football Podcast, Kerry selector Seán O’Sullivan praised his panel for overcom-

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1-11 | Cork 0-7

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ing their initial bout of nervousness. “Definitely the first half was one to forget for both sides,” O’Sullivan said. “A lot of people said that it was scrappy and I suppose it was, but you have to take a lot of things into account. It was a really big game for both teams, particularly for our lads in front of their home crowd. The game was live on TG4 as well. It was a huge game in their young careers. “There were a lot of errors, particularly in the forwards. When you look at the half-time score (3-3)… If you hadn’t seen any of the game, you’d think it was de-

fensive. I don’t think it was. There were chances created on both sides. I really just think it came down to a lot of nerves. “There wasn’t a whole pile of panic in our dressing room. We had seen plenty of the ball and we were doing a lot of things right. It was just about throwing off the shackles and the nerves and really concentrating on taking our scores. The goal was huge for us, a fantastic move, which came directly after a Cork point. “We got a huge impact from all our subs. I know the three lads who came on and got the scores made all the headlines – and their six points were probably the winning of the game - but we also got great performances from Adam Curran and Tom Doyle.” When this publication was going to print,

Kerry were still awaiting confirmation on when and where their All-Ireland semi-final will be played. Although the semis had been fixed for the weekend of May 7/8, O’Sullivan is hoping that their match won’t clash with the seniors’ Munster semi-final against Cork on the Saturday. “We know it’s very difficult for the fixtures committee of the GAA to keep everyone happy. But obviously with the Kerry seniors out that evening, we’d be hoping that they’d try and slot us in on the Sunday to give people a chance to go to both games. If they put us on the same day, you’d be thinking that they’d put us on early to allow people get down to Páirc Uí Rinn. But it’s up in the air at the moment.”

CHAMPS: Kerry players celebrate with supporters after winning the Munster U20 football final at Austin Stack Park. Photo: Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile.

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Six Kerry players make Team of the League Six members of the victorious Kerry ladies side have been named on the NFL Division 2 Team of the League.

RIVALS: David Moran of Kerry in action against Nathan Walsh and Ian Maguire of Cork at Páirc Uí Chaoimh in 2019. Photo: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile.

Kerry v Cork confirmed for Páirc Uí Rinn

After weeks of speculation, the upcoming Munster semi-final between Cork and Kerry has finally been confirmed for Páirc Uí Rinn in Cork. The match will take place next Saturday, May 7 at 6pm, with the ladies semi-final between Kerry and Tipperary throwing in at 3.30pm at the same venue. The men’s match had initially been fixed for Páirc Uí Rinn months ago (Páirc Uí Chaoimh is currently unavailable due to a series of Ed Sheeran concerts) but concerns over the relatively small capacity at Cork’s alternate home ground prompted Munster GAA to switch it to Killarney’s Fitzgerald Stadium. This, in turn, led the Cork footballers to release a statement saying they would not be playing the game “in any other venue” besides Páirc Uí Rinn. The saga appeared to have reached an impasse until Friday last when Kerry GAA stepped in to declare that they were “acceding” to Cork’s request to change the venue back to Páirc Uí Rinn. “Kerry County Board acknowledges the close relationship that exists between both boards, the importance of protecting the integrity of the Munster Senior Football Championship and the priority now for the team management and players to prepare for the game without further distraction,” a statement read. Kerry GAA also clarified that moving forward the longstanding home and away arrangement with Cork will only apply

to the Fitzgerald Stadium and Páirc Uí Chaoimh. This means that if Páirc Uí Chaoimh is unavailable for future Cork v Kerry championship games in 2023 and beyond, Páirc Uí Rinn will not be considered a suitable alternative. Much to the relief of all parties, Munster GAA’s statement on Monday night put the bothersome matter to bed. A full house of around 11,000 is expected at the cosy Ballintemple stadium. The provincial council revealed that tickets will only be on sale through the county boards. All Cork and Kerry season ticket holders will be entitled to a ticket. With regards to on-pitch matters, Cork’s chances were dealt a blow this past week with the news that influential midfielder Ian Maguire is set to miss the game with a fractured hand. After making do without several injured players during their successful league campaign, Kerry are expected to be much closer to full strength for their trip to Cork, although the status of defenders Mike Breen and Dan O’Donoghue remains uncertain.

The Kingdom secured the league title with victory over Armagh in Croke Park earlier this month and now Kayleigh Cronin, Cáit Lynch, Aishling O’Connell, Lorraine Scanlon, Anna Galvin and Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh have been rewarded for their efforts via their inclusion in the Division 2 dream team. Six of the beaten finalists also made the selection. Anna Carr, Grace Ferguson, Lauren McConville, Catherine Marley and the Mackin sisters, Bláithín and Aimee, all made the cut. Monaghan are represented by Rosemary Courtney and Muireann Atkinson, and Laois forward Mo Nerney rounds off the 15. In Division 1, Meath’s first ever Division 1 title led to seven of their players making the top-flight Team of the League.

Beaten finalists Donegal have four players honoured, 2021 winners Dublin have three players in the team, while there’s one player from Mayo on the selection. There are three survivors from the 2021 Lidl NFL Division 1 Team of the League named again in 2022, with Donegal pair Evelyn McGinley and Karen Guthrie honoured along with Dublin’s Hannah Tyrrell. Joining McGinley and Guthrie on the team from Donegal are Nicole McLaughlin and team captain Niamh McLaughlin, while Leah Caffrey and Orlagh Nolan are the other Dublin players acknowledged. Division 3 and 4 champions Roscommon and Offaly have six player each on their respective 15s. The Kerry players will collect their awards next Friday evening, May 6 at a ceremony in Croke Park.

AWARD: Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh is one of half a dozen Kerry players to make the Division 2 Team of the League. Photo: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile.

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ON THE BALL: The Killarney U16s in action in the Millo O'Meara Cup in Aghadoe. The hosts emerged victorious to add another trophy to their collection. The team also won the Munster League and Cup this season.

Killarney win inaugural Millo O’Meara Cup The Killarney U16 girls have secured their third trophy of a record-breaking year by winning the inaugural Millo O’Meara Perpetual Cup. This particular triumph was extra special as Millo had coached many of these girls prior to his passing from motor neurone disease.

Seven Killarney players were unavailable having lined out with the Munster U16s in the Interprovincial Championship in Dublin the day before so the hosts were up against it, but they managed to utilise their deep squad to emerge victorious. Teams from Shannon, Ballincollig and Tralee came to Aghadoe for the 10-a-side competition and the Killarney girls were the only unbeaten side in the group stages. This impressive record

saw them qualify for the final versus Ballincollig. In an well-contested final, Ballincollig went into an early 10-0 lead and played some fantastic rugby in the process. The Killarney girls needed to respond and they did so in breathtaking fashion, scoring four unanswered tries. Two of the tries were notched by the outstanding skipper Joanne O’Keefe, and Ali O’Donoghue added another following a run that started in her own 22. Beaufort girl Kate Mangan then touched down for the final try, leaving the score at the end at Killarney 26-10 Ballincollig. “Today was a real test of the depth of our squad who have worked so hard all year,” co-coach Diarmuid O’Malley reflected. “The quality of rugby they played in the final was simply phenom-

enal, playing the game the way it should be played. “Each one of the girls stepped up to the plate today and they all contributed hugely to the win. There is an unbelievable spirit in the squad and when the girls went down to two early tries none of the girls panicked. They stuck to the process on how they have played all year and this is something that gives myself and our other co-coach Josh Whelan huge satisfaction. They are playing heads up rugby, keeping the ball alive at all times with a smile on their faces. “These are a unique group of girls who will keep getting better and better because they are prepared to work hard. They have the right attitude to learn and always looking to get better and better.” Liam Murphy, one of the organisers of

the tournament alongside Anne Gabbett and Fiona Landers, said it had been a “huge day” for the club. “We wanted to recognise all the work Millo had put in with these girls in their earlier years,” Liam said. “The fact that Killarney ended up winning the tournament was just the icing on the cake. “All the profits from today went to the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association. To have Millo’s family here today was very special and I know there is man in heaven looking down with a big smile on his face with the quality of rugby these young girls played. “A special mention to all parents, kids and club members who helped out to make today such a superb day. This is an event we will look to run each year in memory of a great rugby man.”

MOTOR SPORT

Breen and Nagle now third in World Rally Championship Craig Breen and Paul Nagle’s fourth place on last weekend’s Croatia Rally means they are now third in the World Rally Championship. Based in the Croatian capital of Zagreb, the third round of the World Rally Championship was one of the most exciting and challenging events for years. Heavy rain and low temperatures created some exceptional road conditions - it was a challenge to make the finish, never mind get a result. By the end of Saturday, Breen and Nagle were in third place after the duo expertly navigated the poor visibility and very wet roads to make it through the stages. In fact, they made it through with no issues, and headed into the final day with a podium in sight, but their gap to fourth place had been cut down to 4.9 seconds.

Unexpected heavy rain on the penultimate stage saw the crew’s tyre choice become a big disadvantage to the competition, seeing them lose over a minute-and-a-half to main rival Thierry Neuville. “Obviously the weather made it an incredibly difficult weekend, but we made it through,” said Breen. “For sure Paul and I learnt a lot, plus we managed to get some points in the power stage, and points for coming fourth. Unfortunately, a little mistake on the tyre choice on Sunday morning maybe ruled us out of a podium place, but apart from that we have to be satisfied.”

BRITISH RALLY CHAMPIONSHIP Two Killarney co-drivers engaged in an epic battle for victory in the opening

CROATIA: Paul Nagle and Craig Breen did well to finish the Croatia Rally given the extremely difficult conditions.

round of the British Rally Championship in Essex on Sunday. Noel O’Sullivan from Muckross was alongside Osian Pryce while Mikie Galvin was on co-driving duty for Keith Cronin – both crews were in near-identical Volkswagen Polo RC2s. Guided by co-driver Galvin, Cronin led

for much of the event having been fastest on two short spectator stages on Saturday evening and all four tests of Sunday’s opening loop. However, the four-time British champion was overhauled by last year’s championship runner-up, Pryce, on the 12th of the rally’s 14 stages to lose by just 5.4 seconds.

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Golf classic in memory of hoops legend Connie St Paul’s will be swapping their basketballs for orbs of a smaller version when they host their golf classic in Beaufort Golf Club on Friday, May 20. With a thriving academy, both boys and girls, adult teams and of course the National League project to finance, the classic is a vital tool to help finance the running of the club. This year's classic will be held in memory of the late Connie Brosnan. Connie, who passed away in March 2020, was a stalwart of St Paul’s. He served as team manager in the nineties, tending to the squads every need. More recently he served the club as the welcoming and friendly venue officer at the Killarney Sports and Leisure Centre. His affable nature led to many friendships and Connie was, of course, a keen and avid golfer so it is apt and fitting that his memory should be associated with the classic. He was a key figure as

LAUNCH: Jarlath Lee, Mark Sheehan, Paul Sheehan, Rui Saravia, Marko Bencic, Jamie O'Sullivan, Paul Clarke joined (front) Seán Brosnan (son of Connie) and Maurice O'Donoghue (sponsor) at the launch of the St Paul's Golf Classic. LEGEND: The late Connie Brosnan will be fondly remembered at the upcoming St Paul's Golf Classic.

chairman of the Kerry Branch of the Irish Kidney Association and, having received a kidney donation himself, he also represented Ireland in golf at the World Trans-

plant Games in 2010 and 2017. The classic itself, which takes place at the picturesque and pristine Beaufort course, is open to teams of four for the great price of €250 and a much needed meal will be provided afterwards. Your support would be greatly welcomed and even if golf is not your game you can also sponsor a tee box for the

day. Vouchers to play at some of Munster’s top courses, as well as other top prizes, are up for grabs in the raffle. For further details on tee times or tee box sponsorship you can contact Joey Sheehan (087 6248383), Seán Brosnan (087 2065133) and Maurice O’Donoghue at (087 6863269). It promises to be a great day.

SKILLS: Top NBA skills coach Drew Hanlen with Kerry footballer David Clifford and Ireland senior ladies coach James Weldon at a basketball clinic in Killarney Sports and Leisure Centre on Sunday. Photo: Eamonn Keogh SESSION: Scotts Lakers youngster Mark Sheehan is put through his paces by NBA skills coach Drew Hanlen. Photo: Eamonn Keogh

WATCH AND LEARN: Drew Hanlen demonstrating some dribbling skills to a group of Killarney basketball stars of the future. Photo: Eamonn Keogh

CLINIC: Drew Hanlen, NBA skills coach to the likes of Joel Embiid and Jayson Tatum, with a group of participants at the recent clinic in Killarney. Photo: Eamonn Keogh

THE WEEK IN PICTURES

LIMERICK REGATTA: Muckross RC's Junior 15 men's quad winners Daithí O'Sullivan, Jack Donnelly, Leon Bowler and Darragh O'Connor.

MUCKROSS RC: The Muckross Rowing Club Junior 16 women’s double scull team of Faye O'Neill and Grace O'Connor who were victorious at the Limerick Regatta.

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JUNIOR 16: Daniel Fleming, Ian Coffey, Áine O'Sullivan (cox), Rory Clancy and Jack Murphy of Muckross Rowing Club who won the Junior 16 men's quad event.

QUAD: Muckross RC's Junior 15 women’s quad winners. Khim Fleming, Alicia Lee, Jenny Lucey, Ellie Doolan, and Katie Doolan (cox).

WINNER: Ethan O' Neill of Muckross RC, Club Scull winner at the Limerick Regatta.

CREW: The Muckross RC Junior 14 men's octuple crew. Fionn and Cillian Tangney, Harry McGough, Diarmaid Murphy, Diarmuid Moynihan, Seán Pierce, Brian Clancy and Jayden Bowler.

OCTUPLE: Muckross Rowing Club Junior 15 women’s octuple winners at the Limerick Regatta. Back: Jane Keating, Muireann O'Donoghue, Khim Fleming, Alicia Lee and Ellie Doolan. Front: Rachel Fuller, Eva Stack, Áine O'Sullivan (cox) and Jenny Lucey.

CHAMPS: Clodagh Lucey (cox), Jane Keating, Muireann O'Donoghue, Rachel Fuller and Eva Stack, members of the victorious Muckross Junior 15 women’s quad.

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THE WEEK IN PICTURES

INTERPRO: Killarney RFC players welcome Connacht and Munster to Aghadoe for a Junior InterPro game. Connacht won the match by 19 points to 17.

FLESK VALLEY: Flesk Valley Rowing Club members Gráinne O'Sullivan, Alison O'Sullivan and Chloe McCarthy enjoying the sunshine at the Kilmacsimon Head of the River.

WINNERS: Flesk Valley Rowing Club girls who won the J18 Coastal at the Kilmacsimon Head of the River. Amy Healy, Elizabeth Fleming, Clodagh Doolan and Cliodhna Sweeney. U16 GIRLS: Flesk Valley Rowing Club U16 girls at the Kilmacsimon Head of the River. Cliodhna Sweeney, Aoileann Ní Dhubháin, Amy Healy, Ellen McCormack and Elizabeth Fleming.

END OF SEASON: Some Killarney Athletic players at the final academy session of the season.

ACADEMY: Young Blues enjoying some treats at the Killarney Athletic academy.

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SPORT NOTES

Killarney Athletic RESULTS: U13 Shield - Killarney Athletic 0 Killarney Celtic 3. U15 Premier - Killarney Athletic 6 Mastergeeha 1 (Luke Doolan 2, Fionn Daly 2, Nathan Cronin, Szymon Jasinski). U13 Division 2 - Killarney Athletic 3 Killorglin 6. Youths League - Killarney Athletic 3 Tralee Dynamos 3 (Matthew Horgan, Cillian Coffey, Darragh Ryan).

Killarney Celtic RESULTS: U13 Cup – Killarney Celtic A 4 Mastergeeha A 1 (Mark Looney 2, Samuel Scroope, Lachlann Scannell). U13 Shield Killarney Athletic B 0 Killarney Celtic B 3 (Marco Mosca 2, Conor McElligott). MEK B 0 Killarney Celtic C 1 (Conor O'Leary). U10 Cup Semi-Final - Listowel Celtic A 1 Killarney Celtic A (AET, Listowel won on pens). U10 Shield Semi-Final - Killarney Celtic B 2 St Brendan's Park Gold 1. GIRLS: FAI Women's U17 Cup Rd 2 Killarney Celtic 4 Macroom 2 (Aideen O'Brien 2, Grainne Kennedy, OG).

Mastergeeha LOTTO: There was no jackpot winner on Friday, April 22. Numbers drawn were 1, 3, 24, 27. Consolation prizes of €50 went to Ellen O’Sullivan, Gortacopple; Gavin Lucey; Maura Brosnan, Milleen; Marie Curtin, Knocklebede. Next draw Friday, April 29. Jackpot will be €4,200. WOMEN’S SOCIAL SOCCER: Women’s Social Soccer began on Mon, April 25 for six weeks from 8-9pm in Kilbrean Park. Fee is €30 which includes t-shirt. Book online at www.eventbrite.ie. For info contact Maeve 087 6272761, info@kerryrecreationandsports.ie.

Killarney Legion GAA SENIOR MENS UPDATE: The senior men grabbed their first and vital two points in this year's County League when they accounted for Kenmare in Round 4 played at Fr Breen Park. Goals from Thomas Moriarty and Jamie O’Sullivan made all the difference while Padraig Lucey was outstanding in midfield. Full Time Score: Kenmare Shamrocks 1-7 Killarney Legion 2-8. Team: Brian Kelly, Darragh O’Doherty, Rob Leen, Cathal Sheahan, Jonathan Lyne, Danny Sheahan (0-1), Peter O’Sullivan, Padraig Lucey, Cian Gammell (0-1), Finbarr Murphy, Darragh Lyne, Luke O’Donoghue (0-1), Thomas Moriarty (1-3), Jamie O’Sullivan (1-1), Sam Benson. Subs: Ryan O'Grady (0-2) for Finbarr Murphy, Peter McCarthy for Luke O’Donoghue, Sean McCarthy for Cathal Sheehan, Stephen Flattery for Darragh Lyne. They now face An Ghaeltacht this Sunday, May 1 at 2pm in Direen. SENIOR B: The senior B team went down to Kenmare Shamrocks B at the same venue. Trailing by 1-7 to 0-3 at half time, the second half was an even affair but try as they might they couldn't eat into the home side's advantage. Full Time Score: Kenmare Shamrocks 2-16 Killarney Legion 1-8. They play Milltown/Castle-

maine on Saturday, 30 at 7pm in Direen. JUVENILE BOYS UPDATE: The Go Games continued this week for our younger age set. The U9s welcomed Austin Stacks to Direen on Saturday morning while the U11s travelled to Keel on Thursday evening last. These games give an opportunity for each boy to play in small-sided games where the emphasis is on enjoyment whilst still giving them the foundation for games at a later age.

Spa GAA DRINK TEA FOR MND: Fundraiser event in Spa on Saturday, May 14. If anyone's available to help please contact Margaret on 087 9181970. MINOR CO LEAGUE DIVISION 3 FINAL: Spa 2-3 Glenflesk 3-10: Well done to our minor team and management, a great achievement to compete in the final with the result only decided in the final minutes of a closely contested and highly entertaining game. Our congratulations to Glenflesk on the win. FIXTURES: Saturday, April 30. Co League Rd 5 Spa v Kenmare Shamrocks (7pm in Spa). CONDOLENCES to the family and friends of Paud O'Sullivan RIP, Knockeragh and UK. May he Rest in Peace. SCÓR: Good luck to our Set Dancers who compete in the Scór na nÓg All Ireland final next Sunday, May 1 in INEC. Well done to Lauren O’Sullivan who came 3rd in recitation in East Kerry Scór na bPáistí final. KILLARNEY CLUB 7S: Tickets are on sale online on www.killarneyclub7s.ie and the event is open to everyone. Taking place at the Spa GAA grounds over the June Bank Holiday weekend (June 4 & 5) with mens and ladies teams from around Ireland (and London) competing, live music, a Rockshore marquee, food vans and a kids play area. Visit the website www.killarneyclub7s.ie for more details or follow their social media @killarneyclub7s for updates. LOTTO: No winner. Next Monday’s jackpot is €3,800. U20 MUNSTER FINAL: Congrats to Niall O'Mahony and the Kery U20s on their Munster Final win over Cork on Monday evening.

Fossa GAA LAST MAN STANDING: Congratulations to our last man standing winner Peter McCarthy, who was presented with his winnings by Paudie and David. KERRY: Hard luck to the Kerry minor ladies in their defeat to cork last weekend especially Fossa's Sophie Dennehy. SENIORS: Div 3 Donal Curtin Cup Senior Ladies. Great performance by our Fossa ladies this morning in the Donal Curtin Cup against Kilcummin. A game that had everything from penalties to sin bins. Great preparation for championship season and it is fantastic to see our minor girls taking the leap to senior

football. Fossa 2 -6 Kilcummin 1-10. Division 4 County League - Austin stacks B 0-5 Fossa 2-21. Fossa seniors continued their winning way in County League Div 4 - making it 4 wins out of 4 with a 2-15 to 0-5 win in Connolly Park on Sunday. Scorers only the day were Emmett O’Shea 1-6, Tadgh O’Shea 0-5, Darren Ryan 1-0, Harry Kelly 0-2, Harry Buckley and Eoin Talbot 0-1. Fossa finished with 4 of last year's minor team on the field, Harry Kelly, Rian Colleran, Darren Ryan and Cian Doyle. Next up is Tarbert at home on Saturday evening next at 7pm. St Michaels/Foilmore 3-10 Fossa B 2-8. Fossa goals scored by Eddie Maroney. Next up is the visit of Tuosist next Sunday at 2pm. SCÓR: A huge congratulations to all our Fossa Club competitors in the recent Scòr na bpaisti competition in Fossa. Congratulations to Naoise O'Connor who placed 2nd in the solo singing, to our instrumental group Ned Donovan, Ross Cronin and Cathal O'Halloran who placed 3rd and to Chloe O'Sullivan our youngest competitor in the recitation.

Glenflesk GAA LOTTO: No winner of Glenflesk Lotto which took place on April 20 in Glenflesk Hall. Jackpot €7,000. The numbers drawn were 4, 10, 29, 30. Consolation prizes of €50 each to: 1 Freddie Bartlett, Barradubh. 2. Liam Bartlett (Sellers’ Prize). 3. Debbie Sullivan, Cools, Headford. 4. Paddy B Lynch, Spa. Next draw will take place in Glenflesk Hall on Tuesday, May 3. Jackpot will be €7,200. Thank you to all who support our Lotto and to our sellers. Last call for renewal of annual Lotto tickets. Tickets may be purchased online using Clubforce, from Denis O’Donoghue, St. Kieran’s, Knockanes or from any member of the committee. ALL-IRELAND SCOR NA NOG: Very best wishes to Glenflesk Ballad Group (Abby Cronin, Muireann Healy, Eilís Mullane, Aoise O'Donoghue and Molly O'Donoghue) and to Scór Officer Alison O'Sullivan in the All-Ireland Final of Scor Na Nog on May 1 in the INEC. Tickets will be made available to participating clubs initially and will be made available to buy online thereafter, during the week leading up to the finals. Links to purchase tickets will be sent to participating clubs via email in due course. EAST KERRY SCOR NA BPAISTI: Congratulations to Olivia Angland who came 1st in the Solo singing and to Rian Gleeson on coming 1st in the Recitation. Well done and best wishes going forward. FIXTURES: Senior County League Div 3 Churchill v Glenflesk Fri, April 29 at 7pm in Churchill.

Listry GAA LOTTO: Numbers Drawn 7, 11, 16, 24. €100 Sinead Brennan, Ballymalis. €50 x 2 Mark Keane, Culleymore. Mary Foley, Listry. €25 x 2 Marion Gallagher, Rock-

field. Julian Weakley, Lahard. Next Sunday Jackpot €3,150. Thanks to everyone who support our local lottery. JUVENILES UPDATE: Week ending Sunday April 24. Results. U15 County League Div1 Rd 4 Keel/Listry 3-9 Killarney Legion 3-15. U15 Div 9 Rd 3 - Keel/Listry 2-7 Killarney Legion 5-8. U11s had a good workout on Thursday evening v Currow in Allman Park in the non competitive county league. U13 County League Div 1 Rd 4 Keel/Listry 5-13 Laune Rangers 4-7. Div 9 Rd 4 - Keel/Listry 3-8 Laune Rangers 5-10. Fixtures for week ahead. Friday, April 29: U15 County League Div 9 Rd 5 - Keel/Listry v Listowel Emmets in Keel at 7pm. U9s travel to John Mitchels on Sunday morning for Rd 2 of their Go Games league. Please support our juveniles. KERRY LGFA U16: Congratulations to U16 Kerry Ladies Gaelic Football team, management, Aideen O’Brien and Sarah Fitzgerald in Munster U16 Championship R3. Full-time score: Kerry 1-9 Tipperary 0-6. KERRY LGFA U14: Congratulations to U14 Kerry Ladies team, management, and Naoishe O'Donoghue in All-Ireland Championship Quarter Final in Limerick last Saturday. Kerry 8-9 Mayo 3-6. SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE: Division 2 Round 5 - Listry v Templenoe in Listry Gaa pitch on Sunday, May 1 at 2pm. Please come and support.

Kilcummin GAA COUNTY DEVELOPMENT LEAGUE: Kilcummin 2-9 John Mitchels 1-12. We play in Division 2 of the so called Development designed to provide games for players not on the first fifteen and finished playing minor effectively a B team. We had our first game against John Mitchels recently and were playing well and leading by 5 points coming towards the end but a late rally by Mitchels saw them secure a draw courtesy of aa goal and a last second point. Goals by Philip Casey and Mark O’Shea had put is in the driving seat in a game that saw the likes of Keith O’Leary, James Devane, Oran Dwyer, Oisin O’Leary and Mark O’Shea play well. Team Keith O’Leary Chris Moynihan, James Devane, Oran Dwyer, Andy Lowin, Oisin O’Leary, Turlough O’Connor, Colm Kelleher, Danny Cronin, Brandon Griffin, Philip Casey, Even Murphy, Jer Sheehan, Mark O’Shea, Jaden Tynan. Subs: Cian Murphy, Colin O’Leary, John Devane, Dan Keane, Nathan McCarthy, Darren Lehane, David Gleason, Edmond McSweeney. RETIREMENT: Congratulations to John Moriarty who retired last week after 26 years in the position of Community Employment Supervisor. In his role he has been of great assistance and support to Kilcummin GAA club and its associated activities. Both John and his staff have always been accommodating and courteous in their dealing with club person-

29.04.2022 SPORT NOTES nel and have played an important role in creating and maintaining the facilities available to our members and general public. We wish John and Mary the very best in the future and look forward to working with incoming supervisor Helen Moynihan and her staff.

East Kerry GAA SCOR NA BPAISTÍ: East Kerry Scór na bPáistí took place in Fossa Community Centre on Sunday, April 24 after a long absence since 2019. Seven East Kerry clubs participated (Spa, Dr. Crokes, Legion, Kilcummin, Glenflesk, Fossa and Listry), in six disciplines Rince Foirne, Solo Singing, Recitation, Leiriú Stáitse, Music and Set Dancing. Large attendance was entertained with the superb talent displayed. This was the first time for many of these young members that performed on stage and was daunting for them but performed like professionals. Scor Officer, Anne Holland introduced the excellent Bean an Tí, Ann Mangan who took over procedures on the day and everything ran on time with no delays. Anne also welcomed East Kerry Chairman Johnny Brosnan and Michael O’Mahony PRO. Míle Buíochas, to all the club scór officers Eileen Aherne, Rachel Foley, Caroline Cox, Alison O’Sullivan, Celine Ryle O’Sullivan, Maria O’Leary and Aoife O’Mahony. Standard once again is very high in East Kerry and wonderful to see the next generation coming through in the cultural side of the club. Bill Mangan of Fossa Community Centre was thanked for setting the hall and Paudie O’Sullivan. The brilliant Dermot Coffey on the door. Our talented Soundman Gerard Mangan who sets up the sound system each year for us with no fuss and is always so reliable. Photographer Matt O’Neill, who stepped in last minute. Judges Marie Breen (recitation and Leiriu), Marie Sheehan (dancing) and Aine Leahy (Song and Music). Each of these ladies are very talented in their fields and did an excellent job. Also to Mikey Aherne who likes to give back as a mentor and steward or fills in wherever needed. Thanks also to all the parents/guardians for encouraging their children, taking to practice and available for competition.

Beaufort GAA FIXTURES: Junior men away Rathmore, Friday 29, 7pm, round 5, Co League, Div 6B. Senior men home Na Gaeil, Sunday, May 1, 2pm, round 5, Co League, Div 2. RESULTS: Beaufort senior men were defeated by Laune Rangers in round 4, Co League. Final score 3-15 to 0-8. Junior team had a bye. LOTTO: Next draw for jackpot of €7,600 will be on Sunday, May 1. Tickets available from usual sellers, shops, public houses and online at www.beaufortgaa.com. The lotto is the main source of funding for the Club and thank you to everybody who support it.

ROSS: At the presentation of prizes to the winners of the MD O'Shea Spring League in the Ross Golf Club were (back) Trevor Nagle, Denis Casey, Terence Mulcahy, Tomas Kelliher, Tony Lenihan, Neilie Carroll, Anthony O'Mahony and (front) Donie Broderick (Captain), Brian O'Connor, Mike O'Shea (sponsor), Peter Wickham (captain of winning team), John Cushkelly, Ryan McCarthy (individual winner), Michel J O'Connor, Michael J Casey (President).

MEMBERSHIP: Beaufort GAA Club membership is now due. Please go to www.foireann.ie, or www.beaufortgaa. ie to pay membership online or contact Patie at 087 2515311. GOLF CLASSIC: Beaufort GAA Club annual Golf Classic will be held on Friday, May 27 in Beaufort Golf Club. 3 person team event, 2 best stableford scores at each hole. Entry fee is €200 per team and €50 for Tee box sponsorship. To book a team or tee box, please contact Colm at 087 6737414. Thank you for your support. WIN A HOUSE in Killarney with Kerry GAA. Kerry GAA is having a fundraising draw with first prize of a house in Killarney. There are also monthly prizes until the main draw for all purchased tickets. Tickets are €100 and can be purchased at www.kerrygaa.ie. Tickets also available in the Club from Neil Doherty at 087 2114059.

Milltown/Castlemaine GAA Club LOTTO: Our next club lotto draw is scheduled to take place on Monday next, May 2 where the jackpot will be €12,600. Get your draw tickets or renew your yearly tickets online on Clubforce or get your tickets for the next draw from all the usual local outlets. Mile búiochas do gach duine for playing Milltown/ Castlemaine Clubs Fortnightly Fundraiser, the money raised is vital to the day to day running of our club and your support is sincerely appreciated. COUNTY LEAGUE: Milltown/Castlemaine 'A' continued their 100% start to the Credit Union County Senior Football League on Sunday afternoon as they recorded an impressive nineteen point victory at home to near neighbours Listry on a score of 4-14 to 1-04. Listry got the ideal start playing against a stiff breeze inside the opening minutes when Aaron O'Shea rattled the net for the visitors following a short free and it was a tight contest all through the opening half.

Eanna O'Connor slotted a penalty to the back of the Listry net before half time after Gavin McKenna was fouled which gave Milltown/Castlemaine some extra breathing room, retiring for the interval with a seven point lead, 1-09 to 1-2. The anticipated comeback from Listry, now playing with the elements in their favour failed to materialise in the second half and Milltown/Castlemaine powered for home with three further goals doing the damage - Eanna O'Connor scoring two to round off his hat trick and Jerome Flynn raising a green flag also.

Currow GAA U17: Our minor team recently competed in the Keanes Supervalu Minor County League Semi Final away to Scart/Cordal. Unfortunately for the team the home side proved to have the upper hand on our team and went on to win the game. Final score was Scart/Cordal 2-15 to Currow 2-05. The team will now play in the East Kerry League which is due to begin on Monday, May 2. U15: Currow U15 team have qualified for the Lee Strand County League Div 5 semi finals following a very tight game against Tarbert recently played in Tarbert. In a match that could have gone either way our team managed to work very hard to earn the win. Final score was Tarbert 5-10 to Currow 5-12. Next game will be a semi final vs Finuge which will be played in Currow with a date & time to follow. U13: Our 13 teams Lee Strand County League phase one campaign is nearly at an end with their final round game to be played this Sunday, May 1 when they will travel to Templenoe to play the home side. This game throws in at 6pm and best wishes to players and management. U11: Kerry GAA Go Games have now commenced with two games recently played vs Duagh & Listry. These were two great games for our team and the players really enjoyed playing. Their next few games are as follows: Rnd

3: Castleisland Desmonds vs Currow (28/4), Rnd 4: Currow vs Beaufort (5/5), Rnd 5: Currow vs Ballyduff (12/5). These games will take place on Thursday evenings with first named team at home. Starting time for these games will be at 6.30pm.

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies) RESULTS: 1st Evelyn McCarthy (30) 39 pts, 2nd Mary A Cronin (18) 38 pts B6, Best gross Corina Griffin 34 pts, 3rd Emma Vinarcik (26) 38 pts B9, 4th Peg Wickham (30) 38 pts B9, 5th Anne Duggan (13) 38 pts B9, 6th Kathleen Brosnan (26) 38 pts. NEXT FIXTURE : April 30/May on Mahonys Point singles stroke kindly sponsored by Murphys Bar and Restaurant.

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Men) RESULTS: 18 hole singles stableford. Mahony's point course. Sponsor: International Hotel. April 23/24. 1st Ted Aherne (14) 43pts, 2nd Adam O'Reilly (11) 41 pts, Best Gross Alan MacSweeney (2) 72. Category 1: 1st Ronan Kelliher (4) 40pts, 2nd Kevin Leacy (6) 40pts, 3rd Colm O'Connor (9) 39 pts. Category 2: 1st Jason O'Suillivan (10) 41pts, 2nd Shane Connole (12) 40pts, 3rd Edward O'Sullivan (11) 39pts. Category 3: 1st James Lynch (12) 41pts, 2nd Paul O'Donoghue (15) 40pts, 3rd Rory O'Sullivan (12) 38pts. Category 4: 1st Dermot McCarthy (22) 40pts, 2nd John Buckley (20) 40pts, 3rd Padraig O'Sullivan (20) 40pts.

Ross Golf Club (Men) RESULTS: On April 23/24 we held the final round of the MD O'Shea Spring League with a strokeplay competition. The winners were: 1st Ryan McCarthy (6) 63, 2nd Daniel Cronin (16) 67, 3rd Trevor Nagle (13) 68, Best Gross Ronan Kelliher 75, 4th Donie Broderick (19) 68, 5th Tomas Kelliher (10) 69,

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SPORT NOTES 6th Jonathan Vasey (10) 69. In addition Ryan McCarthy had a superb hole in one on the par three 6th. Congratulations and well done. The winning teams in the Spring League were: 1st Peter Wickham, John Cuskelly, Denis Casey, Alius Brazeitis, Brian O'Connor; 2nd MJ O'Connor, Tony Lenihan, John Ivory, Mike O'Leary, Anthony O'Mahony. Category Winners: Category 1 Tomas Kelliher, Category 2 Terence Mulcahy, Category 3 MJ Casey, Category 4 Jerry O'Brien, Category 5 Neilie Carroll. PRIZEGIVING: We held the prizegiving function for the MD O'Shea Spring League and other recent competitions in the Clubhouse on Sunday evening. It was very well attended with some food and a good social evening. Lots of prizes were presented for this weekend's competition and also for some recent competitions. FIXTURE: On Sat, April 30/May 1 we will hold a Club Sponsored single stableford competition. The usual process applies to booking tee times, sign-in and score entry for Saturday participants. For Sunday tee times please note that the online entry will be available from 7pm on Thursday. CLUB MATCHPLAY CHAMPIONSHIP: Please note that the draw for the Club Matchplay Championship has been made and is on display on the Notice Board in the Gents Locker Room. CRESTED CLUB UNIFORM: Please note that the new Crested Club Uniform is now on display in the Clubhouse so call in and view it, check it out and place your order.

Beaufort Golf Club (Men) RESULTS: April 16/17. 18 Hole Stableford. White Tees. 1st Barry Murphy (40) 40 pts, 2nd Paudie O'Shea (16) 39 pts, 3rd Derek Lyttle (23) 39 pts. FIXTURES: April 30/May 1 - Captains Charity Rumble - 3 Person Team - Yellow Tees. Competition is Re-Entry and continues any day of the week to October 8/9.

Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies) RESULTS: April 23/24 - Stroke - Sponsored by Royal Hotel. Overall Winner: Margaret O'Connor (29) 70 Nett, Division 1 Winner: Karen Tess (17) 70 Nett, Division 2 Winner: Mary O'Shea (38) 74 Nett. FIXTURES: April 30/May 1 - 18 Hole Stroke - Sponsored by Pat O'Neill, Hairdresser.

Castlerosse Ladies Golf Club LADIES CLUB SPONSORED: Result of this weekend's 18 Hole Scramble competition: 1st Chan Martin (17) Mary O'Reilly (39)Susan Graham (50), 2nd Una Moroney (24) Kitty O'Grady (47) Margaret Crowley (50). RESULTS OF 18 HOLE STABLEFORD: April 15. 1st Place Mary O’Reilly 31pts

(37), 2nd Place Nora Long 27pts (45). FORTHCOMING COMPETITION: 9 Hole MIXED Scramble Tuesday evenings. Open to Members and Non-Members. Draw for Partners at 6pm Sharp. Sign in at Clubhouse before 6pm OR sign in on BRS (tee times do not apply). Club Sponsored 9 Hole Stableford April 29/30. Sign in on BRS. SOCIAL GOLF: Wednesdays (blocked off tee times) 12pm-1pm. Sign in on BRS. Draw for partners and times on Tuesday evening. Play your own ball in a relax and fun atmosphere. All members welcome. LESSONS: Always time to refresh the golf swing. Lessons Wednesday 11am-12 noon. Saturday 10.30-11.30am.

Maine Valley Members Golf Club (Ladies) LADIES RESULTS: Beaufort Exchange Day 18 Hole Stableford. Sponsored by Moriarty's of Killorglin, Furniture Store. 1. Carmel O'Connor, Lady Captain 37 pts. 2. Kathleen Coffey 35 pts. 3. Marian O'Connor 34 pts (B6). GET INTO GOLF: Programme starts on Thursday, May 12. Contact Lady Captain Carmel O'Connor on 087 9447553 for details.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club SUNDAY DRAWS: Two Ball Scramble First Nett: Aidan O'Keeffe & Dan Kiely 38½, Gross: John McGrath & Noel Moynihan 47, Second Nett: Gearoid Cronin & John Murphy 40. The Club Fourball Matchplay also got underway last Sunday morning. Those involved in First Round games not yet played are asked to note that they must be completed by this Sunday lunchtime. CLOSING DATES: Please note that the Munster (€15) and County (€10) Adult Strokeplay events must be received and paid for by close of clubhouse this Sunday evening May 1. All entries received must be paid for in advance. COUNTY STROKEPLAY: We play host to these events on Sunday, May 8. More details next week. BOB CASEY: Starts from Tuesday, May 17 this year. Further details next week. MUNSTER SCHOOLS: Best Wishes to club members with St Brendans College Killarney taking part in this event on Friday, May 6 next at the Majestic course in Mallow.

Killarney Rugby INTERPRO A HUGE SUCCESS: Last Saturday we proudly hosted the Munster v Connacht Junior Interpro at Aghadoe, in glorious sunshine and in front of a bumper crowd in attendance. The men from the West ran out winners in a cracker of a match, winning 19 points to 17 on the day. We are hugely thankful to John O'Connell, Eamonn Maguire, Ger Moynihan and all of our organising committee and army of volunteers who ensured the day went without a hitch. There was plenty of food, music, fun and games

and we also help our Youths an Senior awards on the day. A massive success, down to the hard work and organisation that went on for many weeks ahead of the big event, but the day itself was truly a one club effort an a day we can all be very, very proud of. MILLO O'MEARA TOURNAMENT: The last weekend of the season was to be the busiest at the club this year. With the Interpro on Saturday, we hosted our inaugural Millo O'Meara tournament on Sunday in memory of our wonderful friend and coach. With all funds raised going to the Irish Motor Neuron Disease Association, we were treated to some sublime rugby as we hosted the U16 girls teams from Shannon, Ballincollig and Tralee. Our girls proved the strongest on the day winning the tournament with captain Joanne O'Keeffe receiving the trophy on behalf of the girls. A huge thanks to all who helped out on the day and especially to Fiona Landers, Liam Murphy and Anne Gabbett for organising the event. We were honoured to have Millo's partner Susan Curran present the award with his sisters in attendance. U18 GIRLS: As our season draws to a close, we have one final remaning with our U18 girls. They face Bantry at Ballincollig on Saturday, April 30 in the Munster U18 Development Bowl. Best of luck to all the girls and coaches. All support welcome. GIRLS ONLY GIVE IT A TRY: We will commence this year's Girls only Give it a try programme on Saturday, May 7 at Aghadoe. Girls rugby is thriving and this programme is for new players aged between 8 and 14 who would like to literally give rugby a try. All welcome. For further details contact Fiona on 087 2304689.

Gneeveguilla AC LOTTO: April 15 - No winner, numbers drawn were 10, 16, 17 & 22. Sellers prize winner Hickey’s Centra. €50 y/t prize winner The sheahan Family Gneeveguilla, €50 to Eileen Finnegan Quarry Cross, €40 each to Tim J O’Sullivan Annabeg, Pat McCathy Ballycullane & Paudie Brosnan Bounard. Bonus not won , numbers drawn were 1, 14, 16 & 24. Next week’s jackpot €5,800 plus €1,000 bonus. April 22 - No winner, numbers drawn were 9, 22, 26 & 30. Sellers prize winner Timmy Brosnan. €50 y/t prize winner Moira Murphy Boherbue, €50 to Padraig & Michael O’Donoghue Knocknageeha, €40 each to derry Vaughan Ballydesmond, Kate O’ Connor Lisheen & Josephy White c/o Chris White. Bonus not won, numbers drawn were 7, 16, 18 & 23. Next weeks jackpot €6,000 plus €1,000 bonus. TOM JOE O’DONOGHUE Memorial Juvenile Race Day. Over 230 athletes competed in Kiskeam on Easter Monday. A special word of thanks to all those who came and supported the event and to those who helped out in any way, Tom

Joe would have been so proud with the turnout and with how well the event was run.

Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club COMPETITION: Our next competition takes place this Sunday, May 2 on Lough Lein, fishing for the Batty O’Brien Memorial Cup. Pick your partner basis, angling commencing at 10.30 with all boats ashore by 6pm. Weigh in immediately afterwards at the Shed in Ross. Entries possible up to the morning of the competition with any club officer.

Kilcummin SYMPATHY: Sympathy is extended to the family of the late Michael Mangan, Rathanane. May he rest in peace. KILCUMMIN BABY AND TODDLER GROUP: Kilcummin baby and toddler group is still running for May and June in the recreational hall every Monday 9.30am to 11.30am. €3 per family. All welcome. For more information please contact 086 3628335. KERRY FLYER: Kerry Flyer is your accessible, affordable local transport service. Operating as a social enterprise, we are available to everybody in our community who needs transport. Our aim is to ensure that no person or group in our community is left without access to transport. Our services include Accessible bus, wheelchair/accessible taxi, accessible tours, group hire. Contact us on 066 7163170, or info@kerryflyer.ie, Castleisland V92W967. GAELIC ROOTS: Gaelic roots is a traditional Irish Dance and Music show that runs at the Killarney Avenue Hotel from April until late October every year. The award winning show is a two hour spectacular showcase of traditional Irish music and contemporary and traditional Irish dance. Rated 5 stars on Trip Advisor the show caters for locals and tourists and has won many accolades and awards since its debut in April 2016. The show features a full 5 piece live band under the direction of musical director Conor Moriarty, world class Irish dancers including two time world champion Sean Slemon.

Kerry CCÉ THE FLEADH IS BACK: Fleadh Cheoil Chiarraí 2022 will be held over two weekends, June 11-12 and 18-19 in Tralee. Competitions will be held in our Dúchas Centre and MTU North Campus, Dromtaker, Tralee. The annual Comhaltas Art Competition and History Project Competition are currently open for entries. Closing dates May 18 and 20 respectively. MEMBERSHIP REMINDER: Please note the last date for branch membership is April 30. For more information on any of the above go to kerrycomhaltas.ie or contact your local Comhaltas branch.

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