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Funding down but demand for food up - say SVdP volunteers

With funding decimated and a huge increase in families seeking assistance as a result of COVID this year the St Vincent de Paul (SVdP) is urging the public to help. | By Michelle Crean As volunteers prepare hundreds of hampers for the vulnerable in Killarney and surrounds, the Killarney Conference is expecting a massive demand on their services. Speaking this week to the Killarney Advertiser, President of the local conference Breda Dwyer said that 2020 "is the toughest year" the service has experienced to date. Not alone have they lost out on church gate collections - including the annual Christmas one - their biggest of the year usually run the second weekend of December - but more families are in dire straights due to the loss of jobs or reduction in hours. In recent weeks SVdP has sent out 6,000 envelopes to homes across the town and are asking people to give a generous donation to help raise the funds to fill the food hampers which will be distributed to their clients in need. The service - which has also felt the loss of revenue with their charity shop closed in both the first and second lockdown - will also help by providing food

MEETING DEMAND: Volunteers with St Vincent de Paul Killarney Conference say there's a huge demand for food hampers this year. Pictured were: Mike Riordan, Niall Keogh, Liz Ryan, Jackie Foley, Brendan Joy, Dymphna Horgan and Breda Dwyer. Photo: Michelle Crean

vouchers, coal or oil to those who cannot afford it. "It's our toughest year," Breda told the Killarney Advertiser this week. "Our main aim is to help people who are in poverty. Our church gate collection, that's our biggest fundraiser of the year but that won't be going ahead this year. That's an awful lot of fundraising we won't have this year. Our funds are down substantially and we're making a special appeal to people to please support SVdP as the needs of people have increased." Volunteer Niall Keogh added that not only do they provide food and other provisions but can monitor those who

need additional services like mental health. However, due to COVID, calling in and just sitting and chatting to clients isn't possible this year. "We can't call and sit down and have a chat. We can't access their mental health needs." Anyone who needs support in any way should call 064 6634021 or 087 7718200. "They can leave a message and a volunteer will get back to them," he said. And the service is also seeking more volunteers, anyone who'd like to give a hand can contact them on the numbers above.

Donation a "Bolt" from the blue | By Sean Moriarty Killarney Valley Athletic Club, formally known as Killarney Micro Track, is celebrating this week after it was revealed that the world's fastest man and eight-time Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt had made a €2,000 donation. The newly finished Killarney Valley AC Arena project has re-launched its GoFundMe page in an effort to offset loans accrued during the construction phase. “We still have a funding gap of over €100,000 from the construction of the track, so all help is needed so we can focus our energies in sport and activities and not be distracted by the worries of finance,” said Killarney Valley’s Brid Stack. As of last Friday, the total raised during the new phase stood at €2,220. Then Bolt made an €80 donation bringing the total to €3,000. Within moments, a second larger donation of €3,000, was made anonymously and this is believed to have also come from the 100m and 200m world record holder. Club coach Tomas Griffin is personal friends with Bolt’s manager Ricky Simms. Griffin contacted the Donegal man who promised to bring the fundraiser to the Jamaican’s attention. “After that we can’t confirm nor deny who made the donation,” Griffin told the Killarney Advertiser. “But it has amounted to another bit of publicity for our track here in Killarney." Further donations can be made via GoFundMe: Killarney Valley AC Arena.

| By Sean Moriarty Construction of the new cinema on Park Road is nearing completion and is expected to open early in the New Year according to the Ominplex Group. The new cinema will feature five separate auditoriums including one that can seat 300 people. One of these auditoriums will be state-ofthe-art – the screen will be same height as two double-decker buses and will feature electric reclining armchairs – a first for any cinema in Kerry. Internal fit out is almost complete and further external traffic management and road realignment work must take place before its official opening.

The new cinema is built on the site of the former Torc Great Southern Hotel and was the subject of a lengthy planning permission procedure between the Omniplex Group, Kerry County Council and An Bord Pleanála. “We don't have an opening date yet, however we normally have a soft opening for staff and management-training before we start our marketing campaigns,” Mark Anderson told the Killarney Advertiser. “We still have three or four weeks of work in the cinema and there is still some road alignment work to be completed.” The company is currently building new cinemas in Shannon, Roscommon, Tullamore and other locations.

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FIRST IN KERRY: Electric reclining armchairs BIG SCREEN: One of the screens at Killarney Omniplex will be a feature of the will be the size of two double decker buses. new cinema.

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Dangerous building on High St could come before the courts | By Sean Moriarty Kerry County Council could take legal action against the owners of a property on High St that has been deemed a dangerous structure by council engineers. Last month, the Council erected a steel frame in front of the premises to “safeguard the public using the street below” after declaring the building “a dangerous structure”. An engineer’s report, seen by the Killarney Advertiser, states that the High St building is in a dangerous state and includes structural damage to window, lintels and the stability of the building’s walls.

“This property is in extremely poor structural condition and is not fit for occupation,” the report said. “Failure of either or both floors would certainly further destabilise the front wall and main roof.” Apart from a statement issued last month, Kerry County Council did not comment further on the matter. “As this is the subject of ongoing action which may come before the courts, Kerry County Council will not be commenting further on this matter,” a council spokesperson told the Killarney Advertiser this week. There is also a long running dispute over the ownership of the building which has at least three reputed owners including a receiver acting on behalf of a previous owner.

AT LONG LAST: Yesterday (Thursday) Ronan Foley finally had his spinal operation after waiting almost three years.

"He'll have a lovely Christmas now" Ronan's operation finally goes ahead It took almost three years - but yesterday (Thursday) was a day the family of Ronan Foley will never forget - as the 15-yearold finally had his life-changing spinal operation. | By Michelle Crean Described as "the best Christmas present" they "could have ever asked for", Ronan's father Tony told the Killarney Advertiser that "it's a major relief" to now be on the other side and that it'll mean huge changes to Ronan's quality of life going forward. After waiting two years, eight months and 25 days in constant pain with his spine progressively getting worse until eventually it reached a 90 degree curve it was a long day for Ronan and his family as the operation began at 9am and lasted until the early evening. Tony and his wife Caroline Foley had fought hard publicaly for the last year to help get a surgery date for their son after it was cancelled on more than one occasion. "It will be his first pain free Christmas in

years," Tony said. "He's waiting nearly three years. We're delighted and it's a major relief, he was a long-time waiting."

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The former St Oliver’s National School pupil can look forward to a new start back in school in 2021 and spending quality time with his friends once he has healed. "We're hoping he'll be home by next weekend but hopefully maybe sooner. The operation now means he will be able to sit up for as long as he wants without being in pain. He can go back to St Francis Special School. He had no quality of life at school or with his friends, for example he couldn't go to the cinema as he was in too much pain. He'd tire easily. He was always energetic and this was wearing him down. He'll have a lovely Christmas now as he'll be well on the road to recovery."

Killarney South Doc staff serve strike notice | By Sean Moriarty Killarney based call centre employees that manage the out of hours South Doc medical service are set to go on strike later this month. The call centre, which is located in Hillard’s Lane in Killarney town centre, matches patient and doctor requirements at the four South Doc clinics in the county. Both Tralee and Killarney offer a fulltime out of hours medical service while a reduced service is offered at both Dingle and Cahersiveen. The whole operation is managed by administration staff at the Killarney branch and they have served strike notice on

the HSE. “This action is necessary because of the failure of the HSE to restore pay reductions imposed on workers in Section 39 organisations in line with an agreement brokered at the Workplace Relations Commission in October 2018,” said SIPTU Public Administration and Community Division Organiser Adrian Kane in a statement. Killarney staff will down tools on December 18, three days after Cork-based South Doc staff do the same. Additional protests will take place outside the constituency offices of the Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Michael McGrath and the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Simon Coveney.

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Killarney choir will bring 'Ray of Hope' | By Michelle Crean A local choir plans to bring 'A Ray of Hope' to the people of Killarney and beyond later this month in St Mary's Cathedral.

CANCELLED: The annual Killarney Christmas Day Dip organised by Niki McCarthy has been cancelled this year but donations can be made online. Photo: Michelle Crean

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Killarney International Choir will bring with them a feast of Christmas songs readings and reflections on Sunday, December 20 at 7.30pm. It will also be streamed live on Killarneyparish.com, and on Facebook live. Among the performers will be Grace Foley, Killarney Golf Club Choir, and the

Foley Sisters. "The theme for the night 'A Ray of Hope' I think says it all, what people have been through over the last year," Sheila Casey told the Killarney Advertiser. "It's a night of carols, hymns and reflections that people can relax and reflect. Thanks to Fr Kieran for all his help to make this night happen." There'll be free entry which is by ticket only. In line with COVID-19 regulations a limited amount of tickets will be available in the parish office and the Friary Shop. "A small donation is greatly appreciated for the night!"

For the past 11 years there's been a long standing tradition - the annual Killarney Christmas Day Dip - but unfortunately this year it's become a victim of COVID. | By Michelle Crean Organiser Niki McCarthy this week told the Killarney Advertiser that unfortunately this year it cannot go ahead at its location at Dundag Beach, "It is with sadness and disappointment that I have to announce that it is not possible to hold the annual Killarney Christmas Day Dip this year," Niki told the Killarney Advertiser. "Due to the COVID-19 restrictions we cannot organise any event with large gatherings and it would not be possible to maintain social distancing while attending the event at Dundag Beach." An impressive €55,000 has been raised for Aware over the years - but Niki has other plans and is instead looking for support online - as she doesn't want the charity to miss out on vital fundraising especially as they've already suffered

this year. "I feel so grateful to everyone who participated over the last 11 years. Thank you for all your support and generosity. This year Aware along with many other charities are struggling to raise much needed funds to help them to continue to provide valuable services. I have set up a fundraising page for people to donate to help support Aware in these difficult times. Any donations are greatly appreciated. We will really miss seeing everyone down at Dundag on Christmas morning. It has become a firm tradition for so many. Be assured we will make up for it on Chrstmas Day 2021. We hope you all have the best Christmas possible in these difficult times and hope that everyone stays healthy, happy and safe." You can donate to Niki's JustGiving page: Niki's No Dip Christmas Day Dip.

RAY OF HOPE: Killarney International Choir will present a feast of Christmas songs, readings and reflections in St Mary’s Cathedral later this month. Pictured were: Paul O'raw, Maura Horgan, Sheila Casey, Liam Barry, and Deirdre Carroll. Photo: Michelle Crean

Second call for public to stay away from Tomies Wood | By Sean Moriarty

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Killarney Municipal District officials and the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) have renewed calls advising the public to stay away from the Tomies Wood recreation facility until construction work is complete. The project has entered its final phases and the official opening will be announced in the coming weeks. Until then, the Council has re-doubled

its message to the general-public and has asked that people refrain from going there until ongoing works are complete. “Work is progressing well in relation to the site,” a Council official told the Killarney Advertiser. “We are calling on the public not to visit the site until the official opening." Cars parking on the road are causing significant problems for residents and the contractor accessing the site which is delaying completion of the project.

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Mayor welcomes completion of new columbarium wall The recently completed columbarium wall at Killarney Burial Ground is now available for the placement of ashes and has been welcomed by the Cathaoirleach of the Killarney Municipal District, Cllr Brendan Cronin. The facility at the burial ground at Knockeendubh contains 100 niches for the placement of ashes. “I am pleased to see this vital infrastructure being completed and offering those who opt for cremation the opportunity to place urns containing ashes in an appropriate setting," he said. "The elected members of the Killarney Municipal District approved the Part VIII planning provisions for the burial ground. I would also like to acknowledge the support of former councillors, John Joe Culloty and John Sheahan in that regard. Significant work has been undertaken by our burial grounds staff in bringing this new provision within

the burial ground to fruition. This is, of course, a facility which is available to everyone in the county and was developed in recognition of the increased popularity of cremation in recent years. It is a beautiful setting and a very dignified and appropriate installation which provides that option to many bereaved families,." Councillors have recently agreed the policy and guidelines for the columbarium wall. Anyone wishing to use the new facility can contact the Burial Grounds Section of Kerry County Council.

COMPLETE: Cathaoirleach of the Killarney Municipal District, Cllr Brendan Cronin has this week welcomed the completion of columbarium wall in Killarney cemetery.

Celtic Steps back after long-running planning row | By Sean Moriarty

Disappointment as new sculpture is damaged | By Michelle Crean The missing piece of a newly installed wooden sculpture in Killarney town which was snapped off by vandals over the weekend - has been found. The quill, which is part of the sculpture of the monk of Innisfallen on East Avenue Road was found early on Monday morning by a cleaner picking up rubbish outside the Outlet Centre. There was a great sense of disappointment at the news that it had been damaged, as well as the antlers on the deer sculpture on New Road. The East Avenue sculpture was a project by Kerry County Council and the Killarney Looking Good committee and only installed three weeks ago immediately

adjacent to the ANAM Arts Centre. "I was absolutely heartbroken to hear it," Yvonne Quill, Chair of Killarney Looking Good told the Killarney Advertiser. "It's not what it costs, it's what it represents. It's sad to think that somebody went out of their way to do that deliberately." Paul Sherry, Manager of the Killarney Outlet Centre, handed in the missing part to the town hall. "We don't know how repairable it is," Yvonne added. Cllr Michael Gleeson said that "it's a terrible reflection" of the people that did it. "I think the people that did this it's help that they need. To do that, to wantingly destroy them it's hard to understand."

Celtic Steps will celebrate a new lease of life by performing for the first time in 14 months tomorrow night (Saturday). The Irish dance and music spectacular will record a behind-closed-doors show at the INEC which will be broadcast on a yet to be announced date. It is the Killarney team’s first show after a long-running planning permission row came to an end this week. The show, popular with locals and visitors alike, was based at Killarney Racecourse for the last number of years but faced challenges over late night noise and crowds. However, the team behind Celtic Steps and Killarney Racecourse Company worked behind the scenes to overcome the issues. “Each and every remedial action required to comply with all the planning requirements was met along with the substantial financial cost. The result is a stunning theatre for our show – fully

sound-proofed, fully air conditioned with large bus and car parking facilities,” said a Celtic Steps statement issued this week. “The show, without doubt, would not be still running in Killarney without the foresight of Killarney Race Company. We appreciate the huge support from all our local residents, businesses and tourism interests.” Celtic Steps is already preparing for next season and Saturday’s INEC concert is a part of their 2021 plans. “Our main ethos has always been the nurturing and promotion of Irish traditional music, song and dance, we believe that our benefit to the economy, the creation of 55 jobs and our determination to promote both Killarney and County Kerry has only increased our resolve. Now is the time for us all to promote, produce and protect our amazing jewel, Killarney." Celtic Steps thanked The INEC Arena team and the Department of Tourism, Culture, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media for their efforts in getting Saturday night’s performance off the ground.

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Taoiseach "not welcome" in some Killarney pubs | By Sean Moriarty Some local publicans fear they will not be allowed to open until after St Patrick’s weekend after what they describe as “an idiotic approach by the Government”.

LOYALTY: John Cronin has praised the loyalty of the people of Killarney during a rollercoaster 2020.

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The loyalty of Killarney people has helped one family-owned College St restaurant overcome the “rollercoaster" challenges of 2020. | By Sean Moriarty Cronin’s Restaurant was founded by current operator John Cronin’s grandmother Noreen Cronin in 1957 when she ran an eatery on Clovers Lane before his parents Pat and Sheila moved to nearby College St in 1977. The Cronin family are preparing to reopen their popular restaurant later today (Friday), after six weeks of Level 5 shutdown, but they are doing so with an air of confidence. For the last few weeks and during the first full lockdown Cronin’s offered a takeaway meal service to their local customers. “We are very confident,” John Cronin told the Killarney Advertiser. “Killarney people have been so good to us – they came out in their droves to support our takeaway service.” Today could be described as a soft opening as the Cronin family prepare to

do what Killarney does best – welcome visitors to the town – and with the intercounty travel restrictions set to be lifted on December 18 they are both ready and expecting a surge in business. “The lakes and mountains won’t be going anywhere so Killarney will always be attractive as a destination,” he added. That does not mean the future is without its challenges. Staff will, like every other hospitality sector worker, wear face masks while serving customers and while this move is necessary it removes facial expressions from the guest-welcoming experience. “We are in the hospitality business, not the hospital business and while face masks might hide a welcoming smile, it just means we have to take extra steps to make the guest feel welcome,” he said. “I have been here since 2016 and every year has been a rollercoaster, especially this one.”

Pubs that serve food will be allowed reopen from today (Friday), however, the so-called wet pubs are prevented from doing the same. Both the Licensed Vintners Association and Vintners Federation of Ireland carried out research into the Government’s decision to force wet pubs to remain closed.

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The research document – seen by the Killarney Advertiser - reveals 14 different flaws in the Government’s thought process. These include evidence to suggest that wet pubs pose a greater risk than outlets serving food and that the Government did not take reopening of universities into account. The national findings have been echoed nationally with one Killarney pub owner saying he “would be slow enough in allowing Micheál Martin into my bar in the future". His comment comes after the Taoiseach told the Dáil earlier this week that there was “compelling evi-

dence that pubs were responsible for the spread of COVID-19”.

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This evidence has been refuted by the two vintners associations and by Killarney publican John C O’Shea who is the local spokesperson for wet pubs. “This decision is based on what is a pub with a kitchen and one without a kitchen, it is not based on who is a responsible pub owner and who is not. Give us a chance, if someone breaks the rules – then shut them down,” he told the Killarney Advertiser. “The rise in cases was at the same time the universities reopened. I feel embarrassed for the Government who are operating off these statistics.” He highlighted another rural issue that has not been acted upon during the Government’s decision-making process. “The closest someone from Rathmore can get to a pint and a burger is Killarney, 20kms away and this will encourage more people to travel further than they need to," he added. He was also angered by Martin’s comments in the Dáil when he said he likes "nothing better than going for a pint in a country pub". “He might find he won’t be welcome in these pubs,” added John. ”I will be very slow in leaving him in my door.”

"Great to see the lights on in town" says hotelier | By Sean Moriarty For Bernadette Randles, whose family is steeped in the hospitality and motor industry in Killarney, preparing for today's reopening was akin to re-starting a car that was idle for the winter. The reopening process started on Monday when some staff returned to work to heat the hotel and put up the all-important Christmas decorations. Festive flair aside, it gives an idea of the challenges all businesses face as they jump through the hoops of opening and closing. The Randles family “kept the lights on” for the month of November by offering takeaway meal services from its popular Kayne’s Bistro adjacent to their Muckross Road hotel. While the Dromhall Hotel will reopen to guests today (Friday), the sister premises the Randles Hotel next door will remain closed, "as it is just not viable”.

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These are just a snapshot of the chal-

lenges facing hospitality businesses across the town. Killarney boasts 32 hotels but not all can continue spluttering back into life after weeks of being off the road. “We turned the heating on on Monday, you would be surprised how cold a building can get when the heating is off,” she told the Killarney Advertiser. Ever the optimist and realist, and despite the difficult times, Ms Randles is looking forward to reopening this morning. “We need to get people back into employment,” she told the Killarney Advertiser. She already has some restaurant bookings for this weekend, the second time she reopened her landmark premises this year. “We have a few families booked in for Confirmation and First Holy Communion meals,” she said, stressing that a maximum of six people are allowed. “I know we are a luxury but people deserve to celebrate their special occasions too. But it is great to see the lights on in town and see some life about."

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Killarney top go-to destination for staycations As his two-year term as President of Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce draws to a close, businessman Paul Sherry said Brexit and COVID-19 provided an unfortunate backdrop to his tenure but he focused on ensuring that Chamber kept doing what it does best to keep the show on the road. Despite the major challenges, he said there were a number of key projects worked on during the pandemic that ensured Killarney’s great reputation was not only maintained but enhanced. “We have been engaged in the Wild Atlantic Gateway project with Fáilte Ireland, Kerry County Council, the National Parks and Wildlife Service, hoteliers and vintners and a host of other stakeholders in developing a plan to help further develop Killarney as a world class, sustainable tourist destination into the future,” Mr Sherry said.

“The plan is nearing completion and signoff by all stakeholders is expected prior to Christmas. This project has the potential to greatly improve Killarney’s standing and to remain the world class destination we know it to be,” the outgoing president said. Mr Sherry said joint campaigns with the Kerry Tourism Industry Federation and Fáilte Ireland were contributing factors to a very good summer season Killarney managed to salvage during the pandemic. “We were informed by Fáilte Ireland that the top two go-to destinations for

ELECTED: Niall Kelleher (right) who was elected President of the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce pictured with outgoing president Paul Sherry. Photo: Don MacMonagle

staycations following lockdown were Killarney and Galway,” he confirmed. Key projects undertaken in 2020 included the formation of the Kerry Tourism Industry Federation which has been a resounding success. Earlier in the year Killarney Chamber obtained a seat at the table of the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation, in association with its partners on the Kerry branch of the Irish Hotels’ Federation and Kerry Airport. With the onset of COVID-19 and the pandemic, the Chamber became involved with the Kerry Business and Economic Stakeholders Forum, set up by Kerry

County Council Chief Executive Moira Murrell, to address the challenges the pandemic was presenting for business and to plan for a recovery and exit from the crisis. Lobbying has become a very important part of the Chamber’s role in recent times and members have been consistently meeting with TDs, councillors and all the other groups on behalf of the town. The new President of Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce is Cllr Niall Kelleher, a Killarney businessman who is also an elected member of Kerry County Council for the Killarney Municipal District.

Sheahan’s named as Santa's official postal agent! FUN: Kilcummin National School pupils are taking part of the 'Christmas Together Campaign'.

Pupils plan to spread Christmas cheer

| By Michelle Crean Not only are they writing personal letters to the elderly but local school children are planning a socially distanced visit to spread Christmas cheer. Kilcummin NS pupils, who are part of the 'Christmas Together Campaign', organised by Garda Brendan O'Donovan, will design and write Christmas cards for each of the residents of Our Lady of Lourdes Nursing Home in Kilcummin. They then also plan to provide outdoor Christmas music on the grounds of the nursing home next Wednesday, at 11.30am. "We visit the residents each year, but unfortunately we are unable to enter the building this year, so we have decided that one bubble from school will visit the

grounds instead," Kilcummin NS principal Gilllian Sheehan said.

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"We have completed recording short virtual Christmas performances at school recently in well ventilated and sanitised rooms for very short periods of time to ensure that our families can enjoy some of our Christmas fun. Parents have been treated to short live virtual performances on Zoom also. We want to ensure that each of the boys and girls has something wonderful to look forward to each day at school. Our Parents’ Association Christmas Memory Tree will be lit on the grounds of Our Lady of Lourdes Church as part of our Christmas schedule. We are encouraging families to drop some Christmas gifts at the Killarney Garda Station as part of the 'Christmas Together' initiative."

You better watch out - well when you're on New St anyway - as something very special is happening in Sheahan’s Centra - as Santa has made them an official North Pole Postal Service (NPPS) agent for all Santa letters. The post office will be open each day from 8am to 9pm where you can bring your letter, copy of your email or Chimney post, have it stamped and receive an official receipt. Santa was worried this year with COVID restrictions about getting his post on time. He is delighted that Sheahan’s Centra were able to oblige with this free service for all the boys and

girls, and even to help out the mammies and daddies. As well as posting your letter and getting your official stamped receipt all for free, children and young at heart will be able to view the Santa tracking map and the Robin reporting systems. Any of you wondering how the Elf on the Shelf is coping, come and see their ingenious way of protecting both yourself and them. All letters will be collected by Reindeer Express Mail and delivered to the NPPS in the North Pole, overnight. There a diligent team of Elves are working 24-hour shifts sorting, filing and preparing all the letters for Santa to stamp with his seal of approval.

LETTERS: Santa has made Sheahan’s Centra an official North Pole Postal Service (NPPS).

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Killarney women create childcare podcast | By Michelle Crean Two Killarney women who are no strangers to chatting are using their skills to highlight topics which is sure to interest parents. Aoife Murphy (27) and her sister-in-law Jenny McCarthy (25), both Early Years professionals from Killarney recently set up podcast 'Little Steps, Big Futures: The Podcast' talking everything child related and it's proving very popular. The idea came in August when chatting one day about the changes in childcare and how there were no real resources out there for parents and guardians. They immediately decided to create an Instagram and Facebook account and it proved so popular they they soon put together podcasts covering a range of topics including biting, toilet training, screen time, attachments, childcare schemes available to single parents, wages, and men in childcare. "The Instagram was doing well and we had a wild idea to start a podcast then as we can expand on so much more on there," Aoife, who managed a Naionra in Killarney but after the lockdown in March moved to Washington DC, explained to the Killarney Advertiser.

"So in September we started the podcast with just myself and Jenny. We chatted about who we were and why we were here. Then we expanded and asked some guests to come on. We wanted to set up an informative and educational platform for educators, carers, parents and guardians as there was a gap in the market. We received lots of messages about the music therapy and the ASD preschool guests as many parents did not even know these resources existed. Helping spread awareness about the different channels available for children and families is so rewarding." Recently they had a guest called Megan Buckley Heelan who spoke about her sister Mia who has a very rare condition called Chromosome Deletion Syndrome 13q. "The response we got from that episode was unreal and because of that we have set up a fundraiser for CUH Children's Charity and BUMBLEance both picked by Mia and Megan's family as they are close to their hearts." On Wednesday they had a 'Raise Awareness Day" for this condition using the #wearpurplefor13Q. For more see their Instagram and Facebook page: 'Little Steps, Big Futures'.

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SUPPORT: Killarney Cycling Club is encouraging locals to support business that help local clubs. Pictured l-r were: Paul Sherry (Chamber President), Marcus Treacy, Mark Murphy (Killarney Cycling Club Chairman). Photo: Michelle Crean

Cycling club encourages members to shop local Killarney Cycling Club is encouraging locals to support business that help local clubs after signing a three-year sponsorship deal with 12 local firms. | By Sean Moriarty

Three-month riding ban for Murphy | By Sean Moriarty Champion jockey Oisin Murphy will serve a three-month ban after testing positive for cocaine use. Last July the Killarney jockey tested positive at a race meeting in France. At the time he denied any wrong doing and on Friday last week he presented counter evidence to Gallop France, the governing body of Horse Racing in that country. The Commissioners of Gallop France accepted that he did not take the drug after he was able to prove that the positive sample arose after an “unintentional environmental contamination”. He faced up to six months of a ban, however he will still have to serve half the sentence as the commissioners ruled that: “The rules relating to prohibited substances operate on a strict liability basis and he failed to avoid putting him-

self into a situation where environmental contamination could occur”. Following Friday’s hearing, Murphy issued a statement. “Whilst I am obviously disappointed that I will still have to serve a three-month ban, I am pleased the Commission accepted the evidence presented and I am hugely relieved to have been cleared of taking cocaine,” he said. “I respect the riles of France Gallop, respect their decision and will not be appealing. The next three months will give me much time to reflect on my actions, but I will learn from this experience and come back better and even more determined than before.” Murphy’s ban, from December 11 until March 11 next year will coincide with Flat Racing’s off-season which runs from October to May meaning he won’t miss too many races.

Earlier this week the club announced a coalition of 12 sponsors that have come on board to support Kerry cycling over the next three years. This latest sponsorship deal is part of the constantly evolving process by the club. Killarney Cycling Club was initially set up in the 1980s and focused on competitive road-cycling. It then played a key role in the development of the various mountain-biking disciplines in Ireland. The expanding section leisure – the single biggest section of the club – has further diversified the club’s membership and increased awareness of the club within the region. “Now in the middle of the pandemic crisis, the agreement of 12 businesses to continue sponsoring the club for three years from 2021 to 2023 is an endorsement of our standing and we, in turn, must reciprocate by re-doubling our

efforts to continue developing the club on the one hand, and by supporting local businesses on the other,” said Club Chairman Mark Murphy. “We know that multinational corporations which deal in online trading would not have sponsored us. We also know that, directly or indirectly, we are all part of the bigger club which is the wider Killarney region and it must be our priority to make this sustainable in every respect, from sporting to business and jobs.” The club’s sponsors for 2021-23 include Killarney Waste Disposal which is the main sponsor, plus 12 additional supporters: Ahern’s Garage Castleisland; Aqua Design, Killorglin; Autopoint Motor Group, Tralee; the Big Little Bike Shop, Killarney; Kayne’s Bar and Bistro; Killarney Coffee Roasters; Killarney Credit Union; Leane’s Kitchen’s and Bedrooms; REC-Renewable Energy Centre; the Ross Hotel, and the Killarney Park Hotel.

Only six Christmas flights on Ryanair’s schedule | By Sean Moriarty Kerry natives living and working in London will only have six chances to get home for Christmas unless Ryanair offers extra flights to and from London Luton and London Stansted. The airline is set to resume services to and from Kerry Airport on Friday, December 18 with two flights serving each

of the London airports. The Stansted flight will operate Saturday, December 20 and the Luton service is available the following day. Two flights, one each from Luton and Stansted, will operate on Christmas Eve. No other flights are showing on Ryanair. com. Return flights resume on December 27. Ryanair has increased the number of flights serving Dublin airport for the Christmas period.

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New superstore opens on Main Street One of Killarney’s best-loved clothes stores, Brian James Menswear, has relocated to a brand new and exceptionally spacious premises at 9-10 Main Street.

WINNER: William Loughnane was one of the winners of the Wild Postcard Project’s Art Competition celebrating Irish Biodiversity. Photo: Michelle Crean

Young artistic talent receives award Colourful Irish flowers, animals and insects formed a beautiful winning picture for one local boy. Seven-year-old William Loughnane, a pupil in Holy Cross Mercy, was thrilled when his creation 'The Puffin under the Rainbow' was one of 13 winning artworks in the Wild Postcard Project’s Art Competition celebrating Irish biodiversity. A very happy William took part in a virtual ceremony last Saturday and his work will be turned into a postcard to raise awareness of Irish biodiversity. The winners were celebrated in a virtual ceremony on Zoom which saw each winner “receiving” their award certificates and culminated in a confetti shower, orchestrated between the organisers and the parents, his mom Amélie Gangé explained.

Founded in 2016, the Wild Postcard Project aims to increase awareness of biodiversity through artwork competitions for kids and teens in locations across the world. The winning artworks are converted into postcards, allowing local biodiversity – as depicted by artistically inclined youth – to be shared to all corners of the globe. They are available through the Etsy website. Needless to say, William was delighted with his success! “I couldn’t believe I was one of the winners, I was so happy! I loved working on this picture, I wanted it to be very colourful," William told the Killarney Advertiser.

Brian James Menswear has moved from its former premises at 35 Main Street to the old O’Donoghue’s Medical Hall building across the street. The grand-opening took place on Tuesday after a massive relocation project that took place during the lockdown. “We started this mammoth project just six weeks ago and only for the huge effort put in by a team of talented local businesses, we would not have been able to bring it to completion so quickly,” Brian James told the Killarney Advertiser. “We have been overwhelmed by support from the local community and blown away by the well wishes we have received.” Brian James opened in 2006 and has brought the best of menswear to Killar-

ney for the last 14 years, having started in College Square, later moved to 35 Main Street. The latest chapter in the store’s success story is the opening of “this incredible superstore which has to be seen to be believed, such is the size, design and range on offer”. “The space which we have now has allowed us to bring in new brands, wider ranges and gives us the freedom to look at new concepts and collections. For now, we have added a limited range for women, with Superdry women having landed and we are expecting Calvin Klein women pre-Christmas, followed by Tommy Jeans and more for spring 2021,” added Brian. The shop is open seven days a week and customers can also shop online at www. brianjames.ie. Brian James is participating in the Killarney Advertiser’s ‘Shop Local #BigXmasGiveaway’.

NEW STORE: Staff member Mike O’Leary in the new Brian James store on Main St this week.

Students have their say in Comhairle na nÓg Eight St Brigid's students from First to Third Year took part in the Kerry Comhairle na n-Óg AGM on Tuesday.

VOICING THEIR VIEWS: Students from St Brigid's had their say in the Kerry Comhairle na nÓg AGM on Tuesday. From l-r were: Aoileann Ni Dhubhain, Orianne McGillycuddy, Aoife McClarence, Breanna Shortt, Muireann Healy, Caoimhe O'Halloran and Katie O'Connor.

The AGM had to take place virtually this year due to COVID restrictions, however that did not stop participants from engaging in the discussions and activities in a Zoom meeting. The Department of Children and Youth Affairs oversees Comhairle na nÓg, the delivery of which is the responsibility of each Local Authority. There are 31 Comhairlí na nÓg nationally and the aim is to ensure that the voice of young people is

heard when developing policy and local services. "Two of our students, Orianne McGillycuddy and Aoife McClarence are in their second year of being Comhairle members are were responsible for facilitating breakout groups and discussions during the AGM," teacher Carol O'Dowd said. "Orianne also spoke to over 60 members participating in the Zoom meeting, giving an update on the project that Comhairle na nÓg undertook last year - 'Clean Beach Campaign'. Well done to Orianne and Aoife and to all who participated."

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St Mary's Church of Ireland at Kenmare Place was also lit up with a number of different lights. Cathaoirleach of the Killarney Municipal District Cllr Brendan Cronin, with Killarney Municipal District Manager Angela McAllen, and President of the Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, Paul Sherry, at the virtual switching on of the Christmas lights in Killarney town on Sunday night.

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The much anticipated 2020 Christmas lights were ‘virtually’ switched on in Killarney by Cathaoirleach of Killarney Municipal District Councillor, Brendan Cronin, assisted by Killarney Municipal District Manager Angela McAllen and President of Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, Paul Sherry on Sunday night. The country was still in Level 5, so the normal excitement of the Christmas in Killarney Magic Parade was confined to just a few people out walking who were just lucky to experience the magic even as the eerie fog descended in the town centre which definitely added to the atmosphere. Kerry County Council is delighted to share with those at home and those away - a short video of the lights and a very special message from Cathaoirleach Councillor Brendan Cronin. This year has taught us the importance of the outdoors and our public space and the Looking Good Committee have raised the bar in enhancing the public space with a number of Christmas light-

that contribute to making our town what it is. We can see their resilience when we walk the streets admiring the window displays and Christmas lighting. They have excelled themselves with their lights and creativity, all for you to enjoy as you wander through the town. We must not let our guard down over the Christmas period. We must ensure to continue to keep up the standards, maintain social distancing, keep washing our hands and practice cough etiquette. It is critically important to keep ourselves and our families safe. We must deliver compassion and empathy in spades to those around us. We must remember the more vulnerable in our community, those living alone and particularly those who have not seen family and friends in the last number of months. This has been an extremely difficult time for them and I am appealing to every one of you to make an extra effort to pick up the phone and make that contact to check in and say a friendly hello."

And last, but not least, he added that he was delighted to get confirmation from Santa that he has gotten the green light to fly. "The elves have been working extremely hard all year and like all of you it has been extremely difficult but the final preparations are underway. Everything is ready for Santa Claus to call to all the boys and girls on Christmas Eve. I know while many of you are missing the atmosphere and celebration of the turning on, I’m sure you will see them over the next weeks. We fully understand the sacrifices each person in our community has made this year and Kerry County Council, the Chamber of Tourism & Commerce and the Looking Good Committee have worked to add an extra sparkle to our town to give each and every one of you an extra bit of happiness and joy over the Christmas period. I want to wish everyone a happy, holy, peaceful and enjoyable Christmas and to stay safe.”

ing pieces. Light and colour play such an important part in lifting our mood these are sure to catch the eye as you walk around our town. “The turning on of the Christmas lights is always a very important night for all of us," Cathaoirleach, Councillor Brendan Cronin, said. "It is always a night enjoyed by each and every one of us as it welcomes in the Christmas season, and our town puts on a great spectacle at Christmas, but this year things are very different. It’s been a very challenging year for all of us. We’ve missed meeting friends and family and marking those important events in our own and our families lives, but we are getting through it together and there’s finally hope on the horizon with a vaccine and we will, with God's help persevere through this." This Christmas it is very important to remember to buy local and support local businesses, he added. "These are the businesses and their staff

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Kerry Airport COVID tests now available at Bon Secours Hospital Kerry Airport Ireland and Bon Secours Hospital Tralee will provide COVID-19 tests for pre and post air travellers in and out of Kerry Airport this Christmas and into the New Year. The five-step online self-referral tests will be carried out at Bon Secours Hospital Tralee, not at Kerry Airport. The test can be taken by outbound passengers a few days before they fly and inbound passengers a few days after they arrive in the county and once they have complied with any isolation regulations that are in place at that time. The test costs €80 – the lowest in the country. The idea will overrule the need to get a doctor's referral before attending the drive-in clinic at the Tralee hospital. “It’s beyond comprehension that it has become such a difficult decision, whether to travel home or not. This is something that our diaspora would not give a second thought about any other year. But this is not any year and, so far, the advice from those who know is ‘don’t travel’ because the risks associated with COVID trans-

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mission are too high,” the Chief Executive of Kerry Airport Ireland, John Mulhern, said. “Most will sacrifice the trip this time for the greater good, but for some there are people very special to them who live alone or have lost all their social outlets this year. Many are feeling depressed or at least a little sad and need company. These visits home are essential to their health and well-being and we must make them possible, but safe.” There are currently two daily return flights between Kerry Airport and Dublin

with Aer Lingus Regional while Ryanair are due to resume their services to London (Luton and Stansted) in mid-December. Passengers who wish to undergo a COVID test can visit www.bonsecours.ie/ bst_selfreferralform. Once the referral form has been completed, the Laboratory Department at Bon Secours Hospital Tralee will confirm the appointment date and time via email. The routine hours for the swabbing clinic are daily between 8.15am to 10am, Monday to Saturday,

Meanwhile, Kerry Airport is in line to get €1.5 million in funding as part of the annual Government funded Regional Airport's Programme. The funding, which will go towards enhancing safety operations at the airport such as air traffic control, fire services and security, is an increase in the €200,000 awarded last year. It is also in addition to the €1.17 granted in July for capital investment and the €6m COVID-19 operational support funding, announced last month and that will be shared with Donegal and Knock Airports. “Kerry Airport is enormously important both to the infrastructure and economy of County Kerry and the Southwest. This funding, coupled with the financial supports provided in the budget in October and early November will go some way towards helping Kerry Airport remain financially sustainable as it plans for a time beyond COVID-19,” Kerry TD and Minister for Education Norma Foley said.

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Hoteliers praise the forgotten heroes of the pandemic | By Sean Moriarty Bernadette Randles, chair of the Kerry branch of the Irish Hotel Federation has praised the forgotten heroes of the pandemic. As well as frontline public health teams, fire and rescue crews, Gardai just to mention a few of the very many public sector workers who have worked in very difficult circumstances over the last few months, she has also praised the efforts and resilience of other people that are largely forgotten. She praised the trojan work of Killarney Municipal District staff who have kept the town looking great since the

start of pandemic-related restrictions in March. “Despite a lack of income the town council has done a marvellous job,” she told the Killarney Advertiser. Ms Randles is a long-time advocate for staff who work in the hospitality industry but says all the other trades affected directly or indirectly have suffered too and they cannot be forgotten. “Look at musicians who entertain us, they have had no work since March,” she said, “Taxi drivers, hotel suppliers, even the jaunting cars, again to name just a small few of the very large groups of people, they have all been brilliant in the support they offer and the way they all came together to get through this.”

Kerry Convention Bureau looking ahead to better times Kerry Convention Bureau (KCB) is looking ahead to better times for all their members in 2021, following an exceptionally challenging year, which saw dramatic collapse of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events) business tourism and wider hospitality sector, due to the global pandemic. As they bid a close to 2020, KCB believes there is great reason to be hopeful for 2021. “We are working closely with our members to look forward and focus on new solutions and innovative ways to safely bring visitors to Kerry, both in person and virtually," KCB Manager, Becky Hargrove, said. Amongst the new solutions being implemented is the ability for venues to hold hybrid events, providing an interim solution for the MICE sector, while domestic and international travel and meetings continues to be restricted. The bureau and their members are also focusing on creating digital content, which can be used to showcase what the region has to offer to event planners, when it is safe to meet again, including its wide open spaces, immersive, nature based activities and world class accommodation and

BETTER TIMES: Kerry Convention Bureau (KCB) is looking ahead to better times for all their members in 2021. Pictured is KCB Manager, Becky Hargrove.

meeting facilities. There is also some much-needed respite for their members, as KCB look forward to hosting their 'Very Kerry Christmas Event' on December 8 in conjunction with Fáilte Ireland and Orangeworks and will be a mixture of socialising and fun online for their 45 participants. In the spirit of giving, participants are also being encouraged to make donations to the Kerry branch of St Vincent de Paul.

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HEART-WARMING: Pupils from Second and Third class Loreto National School have written letters to some of the residents of St Columbanus Community Hospital.

Heart-warming project for nursing home residents | By Michelle Crean Not only were they practising their writing skills with their latest project but Loreto pupils are about to bring joy to the older members of the community whilst also recording history!

Your chance to win SuperValu Giftcards Normally at this time of year Daly's SuperValu would be sharing their delicious range with customers at their annual food fair, however, due to COVID they've had to make other plans - and you won't be disappointed! "We would normally hold our Christmas Food Fair in December but due to COVID-19 this will not be possible this year," Manager PJ McGee told the Killarney Advertiser. "But the good news is we will be celebrating 25 years with SuperValu on Wednesday, December 9 and Thursday, December 10 with 25 half price offers such as quality Irish striploin steak, SuperValu mince pies, SuperValu partyfood, and McVities Victoria Biscuits. Customers will also have the chance to win 25 €100 SuperValu Giftcards and two €250 Giftcards." To enter simply spend over €20 and scan your Real Rewards Card. Winners will be

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To make the shopping experience as smooth as possible this Christmas, the store will be open earlier on December 22, 23 and 24 at 6am, and later until midnight on December 22 and 23. "There will also be a marquee upstairs and downstairs to shelter customers from the elements if there is a queue." And don’t forget to order your turkey from SuperValu's meat counter - and they're half price when you collect 500 Turkey Tokens - with double Turkey Tokens from December 7-13. "Our meat counter has also longer opening hours this Christmas on December 21 from 7am to 7pm, December 22 and 23 from 6am to 11pm, and December 24 from 6am to 5pm. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our suppliers and customers for their fantastic support throughout the last 25 years."

Pupils from Second and Third class in Scoil Bhríde, Loreto National School were busy during the week writing letters to some of the residents of St Columbanus Community Hospital, Killarney. The class, led by their teacher Pádraig O’Sullivan acknowledged the effect that the COVID-19 restrictions were having on the residents and decided that this would be a nice way for a little bit of happiness to be brought to their day. Some 32 letters along with questionnaires based on school long ago, made their way to the community hospital where they were kept in quarantine for a number of days, school principal Brian

O'Sullivan told the Killarney Advertiser. "They were then distributed to some of the residents who were thrilled to receive them. The questionnaires will form part of a history project and will be enclosed in a time capsule to be opened on Christmas week 2050! The boys and girls were delighted to be involved in this lovely project and they really benefited from the development of their letter writing skills." All other classes in the school are also working hard to create beautiful pieces of Christmas art and producing a musical performance which can be viewed by the residents online, he added. "These will be gifted to the residents and staff in the coming week. A huge thanks to all the staff in St Columbanus Community Hospital for making this project possible. The school will also be taking part in the Christmas Together Campaign led by local Gardaí. A no uniform day was held today (Friday) and all money raised will be used to buy Christmas gifts for the residents of local nursing homes."

GRADUATION: Pictured at Killarney House and Gardens with his family on his graduation day from UCC in Business Information Systems is Patrick Wrenn, with Anne Wrenn, Cara McDonald, Patrick Wrenn and Wayne McDonald, and in front Bruno the dog, with Finn and Lachlan McDonald. Photo: Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan

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Active Connections is growing in Kerry This winter's top transfer story sees Mike Melia and Caroline Poff transfer to Kerry to supply Active Connections services in the Kingdom for Tusla.

CONNECTING: Mike Melia and Caroline Poff are transferring home to Kerry to supply Active Connections services in the Kingdom for Tusla.

Mike and Caroline were transferred from Wexford back to their home county of Kerry, and both will bring their expertise and local knowledge to support young people in need and help transform their lives through adventure. The Active Connections New Trails programme is an activity-based intervention service which supports the participants and their families. It uses a range of adventure activities in combination with Brief Solution Focused Coaching to help participants identify and action their solutions to their difficulties. New Trails helps youths, teens and young

adults connect their desire for more freedom and independence with the reality that they must take on the responsibility that comes with that freedom. The aim is to instil confidence, strength, new perspectives and skills for dealing with the transition to adulthood. Mike and Caroline have years of outdoor experience from Whitewater kayaking in Bosnia and Herzegovina to rock climbing in Paklenica National Park. Both completed an outdoor instructor traineeship in Kerry which gave them the hard skills necessary for Active Connections. Mike has worked with Active Connec-

tions for almost two years and Caroline has been a member of the team for one year. To learn more about the team and the transformative work they do check out the website www.activeconnections.ie. “I'm looking forward and relishing the possibilities of new adventure while aiming to assist in the transformation of lives through adventure in my home county,” Mike Melia said. “It is exciting being back in Kerry surrounded by powerful rivers, mystical forests and dominating mountains. The more high tech we become, the more connection with nature we need. Helping young people discover this connection and transformative power of nature is incredible,” Caroline added.

Sliabh Luachra Journal is ready to be read How several IRA men managed to escape from thousands of British troops carrying out a major search of the “wild country’’ just east of Killarney, during the War of Independence, is recalled in the 19th issue of the Sliabh Luachra Journal, just published. In an article titled, 'The Big Round-Up', Jeremiah O’Leary recalls the manhunt, in early June 1921. It was focussed on the Clydagh valley, Glenflesk, and estimates of numbers of troops involved ranged from 2,000 to 10,000. As troops converging on Clydagh from Killarney and many barracks in Co Cork formed a ring of steel, the IRA was concerned as many of its members were trapped in the area being swept. “But’’, O’Leary notes, “all made good their escape because they were familiar with the terrain and had ample warning of where the enemy was.’’ And they also had cover and support from local people. When troops entered

houses, they found all the men had gone. On being asked where the men were, the usual response from women was: “They’ve gone to the bog'’. Leading one British officer to retort: “You must have a hell of a large peat mine around here!’’ In a separate article on the War of Independence, O’Leary says 1921 was the most active year in the north Cork/east Kerry area, with ambushes in places like Tureengarrive, Rathmore and Headford. The journal has three articles to mark the centenary of the war.

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Winning the senior fiddle competition at Scartaglen Feile Cheoil, in 1968, was the beginning of close ties with the traditional music of Sliabh Luachra for Matt Cranitch. Now regarded as a foremost authority on the music of the region, especially that of the renowned fiddle master, Padraig O’Keeffe, he is also a leading musician on the national scene.

On the day Matt won the fiddle competition in Scartaglen, Jackie Daly won the senior accordion competition. “Little did we realise at the time that, many years later, we would go on to form a music partnership which, indeed, would bring us back to Scartaglen many times,’’ he recalls in the journal on page 12. A native of Rathduff, Co Cork, Cranitch went on to win All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil titles and numerous other awards and has performed widely at home and abroad. He also received a PhD from the University of Limerick for his study of the fiddle-playing of Sliabh Luachra. The 112-page journal, which is sent to exiles in many parts of the world, is published by the local history society, Cumann Luachra. It contains a wide range of articles covering the life and lore of historic Sliabh Luachra and is on sale in shops throughout the area as well as in Killarney and surrounding towns.

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Author: Karen M McManus he wants. Mank was officially announced in July 2019. Starring Gary Oldman, it was directed by David Finchersaid. The screenplay was written by Fincher's father, Jack Fincher, prior to his death in 2003. It was originally going to be Fincher’s follow-up to 'The Game' (1997) with Kevin Spacey and Jodie Foster set to star, but never came to fruition due to Fincher's insistence to shoot in black-and-white.

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Milly, Aubrey, and Jonah Story are cousins, but they barely know each another, and they've never even met their grandmother. Rich and reclusive, she disinherited their parents before they were born. So when they each receive a letter inviting them to work at her island resort for the summer, they're surprised . . . and curious. Their parents are all clear on one point - not going is not an option. This could be the opportunity to get back into grandmother's good graces. But when the cousins arrive on the island, it's immediately clear that she has different plans for them. And the longer they stay, the more they realise how mysterious - and dark - their family's past is. The entire Story family has secrets. Whatever pulled them apart years ago isn't over - and this summer, the cousins will learn everything. Karen M. McManus earned her BA in English from the College of the Holy

Cross and her MA in journalism from Northeastern University. She is the number one New York Times bestselling author of 'One of Us Is Lying', 'Two Can Keep a Secret', and 'One of Us Is Next'.

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Úna Keane 'Collaborations' Irish pianist Úna Keane has just released her live album 'Collaborations', which was recorded at Dublin's Pepper Canister Church just before lockdown. Úna played her first headline show at this landmark venue earlier this year, and was lucky enough to have some amazing talents come join her on the night: Stephen Shannon, Liam Ó'Maonlaí, Lōwli, Gareth Quinn Redmond and Ronán Conroy. The concert was recorded, mixed and mastered by gifted engineer/producer Adam KJ, and Úna and Adam co-produced the record

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RELEASED: DECEMBER 4 1930s Hollywood is reevaluated through the eyes of scathing wit and alcoholic screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish 'Citizen Kane'. The story centres on the life of Herman and the problems that arose with Orson Welles during production and leading up to the film's release after Welles is given carte blanche by RKO Pictures to make his first movie - any movie, about anything, with anyone

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with everyone's blessing. The pieces on this record are drawn from Úna's two previous albums - 'In the Deep' (2019) and 'As I Wake, Still I Dream' (2017), but also include new work and in-the-flow improv. Track two, 'Hollow' sees Úna and Stephen collaborate for the first time. Opening with the tranquil sound of birds in an idyllic forest, 'Silvaticus // Sunrise' is a fitting beginning to 'Collaborations' and places the theme of Mother Nature at centre stage.

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RTÉ2 ; Friday, 9.45pm A tone deaf socialite imagines she is a great singer, and her conniving yet devoted husband allows her to remain in her fantasy by holding concerts with small, invited audiences. However, reality threatens to intrude when she announces her intention of realising a lifelong dream of performing in New York’s Carnegie Hall, recruiting a struggling young pianist to aid her. Fact-based comedy, starring Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant.

RTÉ ONE; Saturday, 7.05pm A grumpy divorced father faces a dilemma one Christmas Eve after accidentally startling Santa and causing him to fall to his death. The guilty man’s only option is to put on the red suit, jump into the sleigh and finish the round himself, much to his son’s delight. Fantasy comedy, starring Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold, Wendy Crewson, Eric Lloyd and David Krumholtz.

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Killarney Plaza is ready to welcome you back 2020 has presented many twists and turns in the road. While this Christmas will look and feel a little different to normal, one local business embracing the change and creating all of the magic that we associated with this, the most wonderful time of the year, is the Killarney Plaza Hotel & Spa. The hotel and spa team have been busy behind the scenes, preparing to make your visit or stay even more special

than ever before with lots of exciting announcements, while still maintaining a clean, safe and trusted environment.

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candles, wine and sweet treats to gift vouchers for our restaurants the Café du Parc and The Tan Yard, hotel stays and blissful spa treatments.

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In line with Government guidelines, Café du Parc and The Tan Yard will reopen their doors to non-residential guests from today (Friday), with bookings now open online and new menus for you to try, while still continuing to offer their popular Click & Collect service. www. cafeduparckillarney.ie and www.thetanyardkillarney.ie. The Tan Yard has introduced a brand new menu, using high quality produce and local ingredients from sustainable

sources that will take you on a flavoursome ‘farm to fork’ journey. Experience a new full evening menu at Café du Parc, available daily from 5-9pm, featuring smoked brisket sliders, burgers, seasonal cocktails and so much more, while the renowned weekend Funky Brunch is the perfect setting for festive catch-ups with friends and family dearly missed. The O’Donoghue Ring families wish to express their heartfelt thanks to the local community for their ongoing support throughout the year and very much look forward to welcoming you all back again soon to share in some festive cheer this December.

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

One bad meal doesn’t make you unhealthy Health is not a priority - it is a value. It is not something however that can be sold and peddled as something external to who you are. It is important to understand your outer is an expression of your inner - not the other way around. Love yourself first and foremost. Whatever version of yourself that is, it doesn’t matter, you need to love yourself. Throw away all the oppressive imagery and rubbish from so-called “health and fitness” magazines and supposed topless gurus. If you start to understand the power and beauty of your own body then you’ll start to nourish it, not “diet”. You won’t exercise to punish yourself for the pizza and beers you had on Friday night, you’ll do it because it positively impacts everything else in your life. That one hour of exercise in the gym, in the park or at home in the garage should make the other 23 hours in your day better. So many of us view the gym as some form of self-flagellation for the awful sins we’ve committed, a place where we must go to knock the insecurities out of ourselves. Please, please, please stop thinking this way. One bad meal doesn’t make you unhealthy the same way one healthy meal won’t make you healthy. Stop looking for a silver bullet - it doesn’t exist. Nowadays it seems we are all looking for that instant gratification without realising that it is the journey, not the

product which makes you. Yes, that is a corny, well-worn line, but it is absolutely the truth. No shake, pill or ridiculous machine off of TV shopping is going to make you fit and healthy. Don’t buy that rubbish and feed the ugly beast that is living off these insecurities. We love Instagram, but it houses some of the biggest problems here. Transformation photos and those “impromptu” beach snaps are inspirational for sure, but none of it sits comfortably. What do these pictures actually say? Much like the utopia that exists with looking through the lens of social media, we don’t get any sense of what’s real. A favourite comedian of mine, David O’Doherty, recently proposed that to pay penance for all the #bliss #blessed and #mylifeisamazing posts we put on Facebook etc., we should take a photo of our own fecal matter once a month to balance the perspective! Maybe a bit extreme, but social media can be really misleading so don’t take everything you see on there at face value. Lately, I’ve noticed even more “before and after” transformation pics online, again, these can be a hugely motivating and a positive thing, but often you will see something written beneath claiming: “making improvements, but still want more definition” etc. Rarely do you see someone write: “I think I look better on the outside, but on the inside I feel a million times better, I’m happier in my own skin, I don’t get down on myself over trivial things and I’m better able to live my life doing stuff like playing with the kids, or going for a walk and a coffee with a good friend”. The number on the scales or the ‘points’ you’ve consumed today is not going to make you happy tomorrow. Playing a game of football with your kids or taking a bike ride around a beautiful park will. These are the things that really matter, everything else is really just the by-product. We need to listen to our bodies and stop watching everyone else’s. At Activate, we do things differently and look at health and fitness differently. We love what we do, we love seeing people achieve and recognise their own beauty, their own best version of themselves. So be you, love you and learn to live in your own skin.

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never been so important Shoppers are being asked to "think green and gold" this Christmas to support local businesses and aid the recovery of the local economy. Kerry County Council and Kerry Chambers have joined forces to appeal to everyone countywide to support local shops and businesses in the coming weeks and months and are encouraging people to use a new online directory of Kerry businesses and services on shopkerry.ie. The new online portal provides details of hundreds of Kerry shops which are open or providing online or delivery services. Businesses are being encouraged to sign up and register for inclusion on the online directory. The Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Patrick Connor Scarteen appealed for solidarity with local shops and businesses this Christmas. "At the heart of every community in Kerry are local business owners who have endured enormous challenges during 2020. Because of the pandemic, they have been pushed to the brink, but they have innovated, evolved and adapted what they do, and how they do it, to survive. Now they depend on us, the people of Kerry, to support them as much as we can by spending what we can locally," he said. "As consumers this Christmas, we must show solidarity with local shops and services which employ our relatives, our neighbours and our friends. Every Euro spent in Kerry helps to protect those jobs and support the local economy."

On behalf of the Kerry Chambers, Ken Tobin CE of Tralee Chamber added that "our towns are safe, open longer, glowing with Christmas lights and full of atmosphere for Christmas". "Over the past number of weeks, we’ve stayed connected with customers online and with takeaway services, and while online is here to stay, you can’t beat the experience of shopping on the run in to Christmas. We are now entering a time where we also want to see customers coming back into our town centres and supporting all our local businesses in Kerry. "Whether you want to shop in person, have someone shop for you or shop local online, all we ask is that you add a bit of green and gold to your shopping cart this Christmas and shop in Kerry." Businesses or services wishing to be included in the online directory can register on shopkerry.ie. There is no fee for registering.

WINNERS: Wayne McDonald (centre), receives a cheque for €1,000 from Vincent Casey (Dr Crokes officer) after winning first prize in the Dr Crokes GAA Club US Masters Golf Challenge prediction competition. Back from left are: Stephen O'Donoghue (Best Card with one player missing cut), John Lenihan (third) and John Keogh (second prize). The six golfers that Wayne picked were Dustin Johnson (champion), Cameron Smith, Patrick Cantlay, Justin Thomas, Rory McIlroy and Patrick Reed.

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Muckross House, Craft Centre and Garden Restaurant welcomes you back One of Kerry’s top attractions, Muckross House, Craft Centre and Garden Restaurant are delighted to reopen and welcome back their customers this week! Along with many other businesses, Muckross House and Craft Centre had to

close their doors to customers due to the recent lockdown. During this time Muckross Craft Centre launched their online shop so customers could shop from the comfort of their home and the Garden Restaurant operated a takeaway service. Muckross Craft Centre is now open daily from 9am – 5.30pm offering a range of

christmas gifts, Muckross Pottery, Muckross Journals and outerwear fashions. Muckross Restaurant would like to thank all their customers for supporting them during the lockdown. The team are delighted to welcome back their customers for indoor dining every day from today. Enjoy a turkey and ham dinner every Saturday and Sunday for only €11.95. Muckross Bakery have launched their luxurious Christmas hampers featuring homemade baked treats, Muckross crafts

and Christmas cake. You can shop for the hampers, cakes, and Christmas puddings in the restaurant or on the Muckross online shop. Muckross House reopens its doors for self-guided tours on December 8. The management and staff would like to thank all our customers for supporting our new online shop or picking up takeaways from the restaurant and look forward to welcoming all our patrons back to Muckross.

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A nice addition to your gardening library Last week I wrote about books, and to my great surprise I received a lot of feedback – and it seems I missed many categories! So this week I would like to address the gaps. There are many gardening books for children. One of my favourites is ‘Gardening with Emma’ by Emma Biggs, a very young gardener who has written this book with her dad Steven. She is an avid gardener, and this really shines through in the book. Excellent step by step projects and information, Emma explores the weird and wonderful in a way which is relatable to younger readers, and the illustrations are colourful and fun. In short, this book will inspire children between the ages of eight and 14. ‘Let’s Get Gardening’, published by the RHS is another good book choice for young beginners. Regardless of the size of the garden, it covers veg growing, plant needs, how to attract pollinators and insects and it has some interesting recycling advice. It is a very holistic approach to gardening, giving the young person a great grounding in all things gardening. ‘The Book of Brilliant Bugs’ by Jess French is all about creepy crawlies and how important they are for our planet. It is easily accessible for readers aged five and upwards - what better time in life to understand the complexities of nature? The beautiful illustrations in this book will encourage children to look at insects in a whole new light, I have seen fear and “yuk!” change to wonder thanks to this book!

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Another category I missed was herbs. My own go-to reference guide is ‘A Pocketful

of Herbs – an A to Z’ by Jekka McVicar. It is a superb little reference book, crammed full of pertinent information. Then, for the pure pleasure of the illustrations, I heartily recommend ‘The Kew Gardener’s Guide to Growing Herbs’, which, apart from its beauty, is a clear guide to growing, using and harvesting all herbs. When it comes to trees, there are many books I love, but one of the most fascinating reads is ‘The Hidden Life of Trees - What They Feel, How They Communicate’ by Peter Wohlleben. It contains beautiful illustrations, but, more importantly, tells of the importance of the forest in a captivating way. The interaction between trees and their ecosystems is one we are not always aware of, but you will definitely see our own forests in a new light after reading this book. This book has a companion book, ‘The Hidden Life of Trees, A Visual Celebration of a Magnificent World’ which has excerpts of the original text, accompanied by stunning photography. These are books which go beyond our own garden. Finally, last week I neglected our own wildlife, and remedy that by recommending ‘Ireland’s Wild Plants, Myths, Legends and Folklore’ by Niall Mac Coitir. This is a must have for anyone interested in our own history and folklore, sorting through wild plants by season, as our ancestors might have. It is illustrated by the wonderful Grania Langrishe, and is a visual treat. Incidentally, this author has also published ‘Ireland’s Birds’ and ‘Ireland’s Animals’, and as a collection they are a really nice addition to anyone’s library!

Bertie the Bear gives back this Christmas This Christmas, The Europe Hotel & Resort is giving back by supporting a children's charity. The hotel plans to donate one hundred percent of the proceeds from the sales of its much loved mascot, Bertie the Bear, to the Late Late Toy Show Children’s Charity Appeal in aid of Children's Health Foundation, Barnardos and Children's Books Ireland. Priced at €25, Bertie the Bear is so soft and cuddly that you won’t want to let him go! Full of character and with a love

of travelling, Bertie is 27cm high when sitting down and 42cm from top to toe! Bertie comes with his own Europe Hotel & Resort jumper to keep him warm on his travels. Spread some joy this Christmas with this perfect cuddly companion and give back to some of Ireland’s most important children’s charities. The price includes postage and packaging within Ireland and can be purchased from the online gift shop at gifts.theeurope.com.

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THE FLESK RESTAURANT ~ would like to let you know that we will not be re-opening for the Christmas period. ~ ~ We would like to thank our loyal customers for your continued support this past year and we are already looking forward to welcoming you back in March 2021. ~

Give the gift of lasting memories this Christmas memorable experiences are just a few clicks away. The ‘Go Anywhere’ concept is simple; log on to www.Irelandhotels.com and select the value gift card you wish to purchase, from €50 to €1,000. The gift card can be delivered instantly by email, or by post in a signature gift box.

with the ‘Go Anywhere Gift Card’ from Irelandhotels. com. The ‘Go Anywhere Gift Card’ from Irelandhotels.com is the ideal Christmas gift that offers flexibility and enables recipients to create lasting memories at over 350 participating hotels and

guesthouses around Ireland. In a year like no other, why not give loved ones, clients or colleagues the gift of choice, while at the same time thoughtfully supporting Irish tourism? The ‘Go Anywhere Gift Card’ opens up so many options for a break away in Ireland, and allows recipients to travel when and where they want, meaning

Irelandhotels.com is giving one lucky reader the chance to win a €100 ‘Go Anywhere Gift Card’ this Christmas. For your chance to win, answer the following question: In over how many hotels and guesthouses can the ‘Go Anywhere Gift Card’ be used? a) b) c)

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Gay, Bi+ and Trans men’s services launched in Kerry The Gay Project has this week announced a suite of online services that will be available to people in Kerry for the duration of COVID-19 restrictions.

BENEFITS: A new report has found significant benefits in innovative Kerry Stroke Day Service.

Innovative Kerry stroke programme has significant benefits A new report has highlighted the positive impact of an innovative stroke day programme available across Kerry. The Kerry Stroke Day Service began as a pilot project involving a collaboration between the HSE and two voluntary day centres. It provides physical and mental stimulation for people who have experienced a stroke through an eight to 10 week programme, and it also offers support to carers. Although COVID-19 has impacted on the delivery of the service, adapted programmes have continued online and individual face-to-face sessions have resumed in recent weeks. Now, Cork Kerry Community Healthcare and Kerry Stroke Support Group, working in collaboration with Ard Churam Day Centre, Baile Mhuire Day Centre and IT Tralee, are pleased to announce the publication of the Stroke Day Service Evaluation Report. The report found that people who took part in the programme benefited from significant improvements in their balance, walking speed and mobility. There was also a measurable and significant improvement in participants’ perception of their quality of life, as well as an increase in their satisfaction with

their health. Participants also enjoyed an improvement in their mental well-being. The report also found that there were benefits for carers of the people involved in the programme.

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The Stroke Day Service was set up in 2018 in response to a need identified by the Kerry Stroke Support Group and is supported by Cork Kerry Community Healthcare Community Work Department. It offers a mixture of physical activity, socialisation and mental stimulation in the existing day centre settings. A multidisciplinary team in each of the two centres consisting of a physiotherapist, nurse manager, exercise facilitator, health care attendants and volunteers manage the programmes that run one day a week for eight to 10 weeks at a time. The evaluation of the programme was facilitated by IT Tralee and it looked at the experience of 53 participants from seven programmes. “It has given people a new lease of life knowing they have a place to come to where they can be supported both physically and mentally," Mary Carmody, Chairperson of the Kerry Stroke Support Group, said.

These include a range of online social groups for men, a book club, a writers' club, coffee social groups, seminars and online classes and a Facebook group called Munster Gayze. These services offer a much needed social outlet for GBT+ men in Kerry to socialise with their peers during ongoing COVID-19 restrictions. “We know that these services can help combat isolation for folks who might be finding the added isolation of COVID-19 challenging,” Community Development Worker with the Gay Project, Michael O'Donnell, said. “Our services offer a digital space where GBT+ men in Kerry can be out, and proud of who they are. We’ve found that this is especially relevant for older men."

Polio survivors in the South West urged to sign up Most people think of polio as long gone. While thankfully, with every child now vaccinated, this debilitating disease is eradicated in Ireland, however it is thought that around 7,000 people who had polio are still living with the impact of the original illness. Polio Survivors Ireland is urging polio survivors to sign up to the Polio Register, to help find out how many are still here and to create strength in numbers. “We are looking for people who contracted polio as babies or young children, to sign up to our National Polio Register, which is currently rolling out in Kerry, Limerick, Clare and North Tipperary,” Fran Brennan, CEO, Polio Survivors Ireland, said. “With more evidence of the need for tailored supports and services for polio survivors, we can advocate and campaign for what is needed now and in the future.”

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The Gay Project is a National NGO that supports, celebrates and advocates for Gay, Bi+, Trans and Queer Men. There are four main pillars to their work which include running events and social groups, campaigning for LGBT+ human rights and policy protections, providing information and resources to GBT+ men and their families, and delivering workshops and talks. Ailsa Spindler, the co-ordinator of the Gay Project, added "like everyone, we’ve recently been adapting our services to COVID-19 restrictions and this has enabled us to reach more people than ever." It’s very easy to get involved. These services are completely free to attend. Confidentiality is assured from all staff delivering the service. The groups are facilitated online so people from any part of Kerry can attend. These services are available immediately. To get more information e-mail community@gayproject.ie or you can phone 087 3647901.

Before it was eradicated in the early 1960s, Polio struck down many people in Ireland. The current pandemic brings back many memories for those who recall the widespread fear and panic of their childhood. During the polio epidemics in the '40s and '50s, parents were urged to avoid crowded places and excessive exercise for their children and swimming pools and libraries were closed in an effort to curb this terrible

disease that struck mostly babies and children. Of those who contracted the disease, many were partially and some completely paralysed for life. Decades after, many survivors are now experiencing new symptoms, known as Late Effects of Polio or Post-Polio Syndrome, which often require medical advice and treatment.

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The Polio Register was set up by Polio Survivors Ireland, the only support organisation for survivors in Ireland, to help create a clearer picture of the number of people affected. This will help the charity to advise statutory services of the supports needed for survivors. Anyone who had polio, whether they require support now or not, should register to give a stronger voice to all polio survivors in Ireland. Late Effects of Polio and Post Polio Syndrome can cause previously active survivors to lose mobility and to struggle with daily tasks, fatigue, pain, or to develop an extreme intolerance to cold. To sign up to the register, see www.polio.ie or contact Polio Survivors Ireland on 01 889 8920, email info@ppsg.ie.

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Funding for communities to deliver water, biodiversity and climate action initiatives. Community Water Development Fund now open for 2021 The Community Water Development Fund aims to support the delivery of local projects and initiatives to address issues in water quality, biodiversity loss and climate change. The fund is administered by the Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) on behalf of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and is available to all community and voluntary groups. LAWPRO opened the 2021 fund on Saturday 28 November at the annual seminar of Irish Rivers Trusts and Catchment Groups. The seminar saw 246 people gather from across the whole of Ireland to share knowledge and experiences of ‘Communities Caring for Water’. Speaking at the event Sheevaun Thompson, Funding lead with LAWPRO said “demand for the Community Water Development Fund has increased year on year since it was first launched in 2018 and it is exciting to announce that the fund has been increased to €360,000 in 2021, up from €225,000 in 2020. This will allow LAWPRO to support even more locally led community projects next year.” A link to a recording of the seminar is available at www.lawaters.ie. Types of projects considered for funding will include: • Capital projects such as: riparian management and restoration of habitat, natural flood mitigation measures, fish passage projects, invasive species control, tree planting, rain garden and Nature Based Solutions, etc. •

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NOW ONLINE: Sewells Pharmacy is now online. Pictured are staff members Jennifer Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sullivan and Ann Harty Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donoghue. Photo: Michelle Crean

Sewells Pharmacy now live online Sewells Pharmacy are now online for the very first time - making their wide range of products even easier to order!

After months of hard work and dedication, they are delighted to officially announce the launch of www.sewellspharmacy.ie. "COVID-19 has made us re-assess how well we are serving our loyal customers and in response to the recent pandemic we feel it is more important than ever that our over-the-counter products be made available for ordering online, and click and collect from December 12," Ian Trant from Sewells told the Killarney Advertiser. "We will continue to offer our customers a great in-store experience, but for cus-

tomers who would rather go online, our website is a great platform to order their favourite products. Our goal with this new website is to provide our customers with an alternative way to purchase from Sewells Pharmacy and also to allow the customers to browse our many products from the comfort of their own home. "We will be constantly updating our content with helpful information. We hope you find the new website easy to access and stress free. We would like to thank our amazing staff at Sewells who donated their time and energy to make this site what it is and Dmac Media for their patience and hard work over the past few weeks, helping us to get our site over the line just in time for Christmas."

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SOLD: A Kerry castle in Kenmare Bay has sold for almost €4.5m.

Savills confirm sale of luxurious Kerry castle A luxurious Kerry castle has sold for almost €4.5m and represents one of the largest country residential property sales in Ireland this year. An Culu – a luxurious castle property situated on the edge of Kenmare Bay sold for a price close to the asking figure of €4.5m. An Culu – a former ‘tea folly’ house – sits on 4.5-acres of land overlooking the stunning setting of Kenmare Bay and was meticulously renovated late '90s after it was purchased by UK entrepreneur and business man, Kevin Reardan. The 9,000 sq. ft. property is located amongst vast Coillte forest lands and

has been often described as one of Ireland’s best kept secrets due to its hidden nature – a feature that attracted its new owner. The sale was handled by Savills Cork office in conjunction with its Country Homes division, and negotiated by Catherine McAuliffe, Director and her colleague Michael O’Donovan, Associate. “This was definitely one of the most unique properties we have had the pleasure of selling,” Catherine, describing the property as “a truly magnificent

home in the most private and tranquil setting”, said.

EXPERIENCE Most definitely not your typical fairytale castle, An Culu was designed and decorated to ensure its residents have a full authentic castle experience. In other words, to believe that it existed in a long forgotten era with its moat, drawbridge, castellated entrance, stained glass windows and cut stone staircase which serves all five storeys to include a top floor living room with domed frescoed ceiling and magnificent terrace to inhale the amazing views over Kenmare bay with the Caha mountain backdrop.

Modern luxuries such as a leisure basement with heated swimming pool, steam room and sauna, a lift serving all floors, full Bose sound system throughout and an extensive gas fired central heating system all remind you of its actual age. The extensive use of material in silk padded walls, bed canopies and sumptuous drapes and curtains certainly portray the historic theme to the building, together with extensive use of cut stone fireplaces and oak and cherrywood panelling and carpentry throughout. The octangular conservatory has superb views of the bay and over the purpose built harbour with deep water quay and floating marina. The outgoing custodians certainly had an excellent eye for detail and their wide-ranging knowledge of building and construction is evident throughout this project. The lucky new owner plans to spend a large part of the year at An Culu where he plans to entertain overseas guests and business associates as well as being able to appreciate some down time in this luxurious haven.

Offical launch of Storied Kerry website A website which has a feast of stories from all over Kerry is to be officially launched next week. Storied Kerry, www.storiedkerry.com, was set up to entertain and stimulate in these difficult times. And since last March the site has published stories every Tuesday and Thursday from the eight districts, and include a mixture of legend, landscape, plants, animals, archaeology, history, folklore, with some contemporary work. “Setting up the Storied Kerry website was our big step forward this year," Storied

Kerry Chairman Frank Lewis explained. “This was to make all of us know more of our Kerry story and in this way enrich and enhance all of our lives, bonding us more closely to our own place, encouraging us to look at the potentials of our place and play our part in developing it, sharpening our awareness of the problems and committing to solving them.” The ambition was to encourage all of us to research a Kerry story that interested us, he explained. "Storied Kerry directors from each of the county's eight districts encouraged all of

us to research and present our Kerry story and publish all of these on www.storiedkerry.com. Now, after 10 months, it is time to officially launch the website. This is taking the place of the day long conference we ran around Hallowe'en in 2018 and 2019 in St Oliver's National School." The 45 minute official launch will take place at the Institue of Technology in Tralee (ITT) and will be live on the website and on the Storied Kerry Facebook page at 4pm on Tuesday next, December 8. On Saturday December 12 it will be repeated with comments from viewers.

The technical preparation and presentation of the launch is being done by Phillip Doyle and his students from the Creative Writing and Technical Department of the ITT, which on January 1 becomes part of the Munster Technological University. "My students and I are delighted to assist in the official launch of the website. This live-streamed broadcast will help bring the Kerry story to a global audience,” Phillip said. “We hope to continue our collaborations with Storied Kerry as we transition into our university status, with increased benefits for all involved."

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Celebrate and support Christmas Jumper Day 4 CF Cystic Fibrosis Ambassador Ashe Spillane from Tonevane in Tralee is asking people to participate in Christmas Jumper Day 4 CF. With Ireland having the highest rates of Cystic Fibrosis in the world and some of the most severe types of the disease, Cystic Fibrosis Ireland have organised Christmas Jumper Day 4 CF on Friday, December 11. The aim is to raise awareness and funds to help provide support and services for people with Cystic Fibrosis nationally. These include support grants for people with Cystic Fibrosis for exercise, PPE Grants, transplant assessment, fertility treatment and counselling as well as research and new healthcare facilities. "This year let's celebrate CF jumper day in a new way - the 2020 way! With your family, friends or work colleagues throw a Zoom party in aid of Cystic Fibrosis Ireland," Ashe said. "Throw on the Christmas tunes, play games, have fun, and no matter what we can together get in the festive spirit!"

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Twitter paves the way for new president Donald Trump’s last stand as President of the United States of America has officially entered its final days but there are no signs yet that he is willing to concede to incumbent Joe Biden. On Monday, December 14, the Electoral College will meet to formally declare the results of the

2020 US election. Until then, anything is possible; several last ditch legal attempts are on-going to reverse the result. Will he leave peacefully or will he have to be forced out? But one of Trump’s main avenues of communication will be closed. Twitter has announced that it will transfer ownership of the official @POTUS account to Joe Biden on

Electronic signs saying "Do not let moose lick your car!" have been erected in various places in Jasper, Alberta, as the hungry animals have taken a liking to licking cars. The large animals, common in the area, have discovered that salt used on the roads in winter - used to melt snow and ice - splashes onto cars as they drive through, and they like it. "They're obsessed with salt, it's one of the things they need for the minerals in their body," Jasper National Park spokesman Steve Young told CNN. The fear is that if the moose keep treating cars as lollipops, they may no longer see vehicles as dangerous, leading to more accidents. If a moose approaches, officials recommend just driving away and, in any case, not getting out of the car.

January 20, the day the new president is due to take office. A Twitter spokesperson said that representatives would meet with Biden’s transition team to sort out the details of the transfer, which requires no sharing of information from the Trump administration. The POTUS handle is described as an official US Government account and has 33 million followers. However, Trump owns the @realDonaldTrump account which has over 88 million followers and this is his favoured tool of mass communication.

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Connect with loved ones abroad this Christmas A new initiative to further connect with the global diaspora this December - 'To Be Irish at Christmas' was launched this week by the Department of Foreign Affairs.

SAFEVET: Dr. Ailís Ní Riain (Deputy President of The Veterinary Council of Ireland), Joe Moffitt (President of the Veterinary Council of Ireland), and Niamh Muldoon (CEO and Registrar of The Veterinary Council of Ireland), launching The SAFEVET SMART handbook.

Veterinary Council launches mental health and well-being resource The Veterinary Council of Ireland, the independent statutory body responsible for the regulation of the practise of veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing, has launched a new SAFEVET SMART handbook. Its author, Dr Margaret O’Rourke is a Clinical Psychologist and Director of Behavioural Science at the School of Medicine, University College Cork. The SAFEVET SMART handbook is an evidence based practical guide to managing stress and building resilience for members of the veterinary professions. “Mental health is an often overlooked area, and one which all veterinary professionals should be conscious of on an ongoing basis," Dr Margaret O’Rourke, said. "Long hours, complex cases, heavy workloads, paperwork, demanding owners, litigation risk, poor career advancement, and financial challenges are

just some of the stressors faced in practice. I would encourage all veterinary professionals to work to maintain their mental health, in order to properly ensure their own happiness and comfort, and that of the animals they care for.” The SAFEVET SMART handbook provides expert mental health advice relevant to veterinary professionals throughout every stage of their careers with proven tips and practical advice to help establish good habits, maintain a healthy mind and body, as well as financial advice, alongside strategies for managing conflict and difficult people. The Veterinary Council is currently conducting research among its registrants in the area of mental health in the veterinary professions, to gain a better understanding of the topic and to help establish what can be done to support veterinary practitioners and veterinary nurses, and will provide registrants with a link to the survey in due course.

A platform to share and swap your own special memories of Irish Christmases, it will also celebrate many of the things we love about being Irish through an online programme of Irish music, culture, performances, community engagement and collective spirit from home and abroad. “Christmas 2020 will be different in many ways but no matter where we are in the world, it will be a time when we think of those we love the most," Minister Colm Brophy said. "I am looking forward to the 'To Be Irish at Christmas' initiative which will help the Irish all over the world con-

nect with each other. I hope that many people will take part by submitting their songs, stories, memories or hopes for the year ahead.” The exciting programme of events will run from December 21 to the 31. Everyone is invited to take part and www.tobeirish.ie has more information on how to get involved. The initiative is also looking for short (30-60 seconds) video submissions from families, friends, and individuals around the world.

The need for seed! Responding to the need for seed, the Irish Seed Savers Association have launched the Community Seed Guardian Programme. Communities across Ireland are being encouraged to grow and save their own seed together with The Community Seed Guardians Programme, a training and mentoring programme for communities across Ireland to grow and save their own food seed. It was developed with funding received through Rethink Ireland’s Innovate Together programme, established in response to COVID-19 to build resilience in communities. With growing awareness of climate change and fear of limitations in our food supply which were highlighted during the COVID-19 crisis, the programme will work with established community gardening groups to reduce Ireland’s reliance on imported food and food seed. “We are excited to be given this support by Rethink Ireland, bringing the experi-

ence we have built over 30 years to the wider community across the island,” Jennifer McConnell, General Manager, of Irish Seed Savers, said. “COVID-19 and Brexit has also raised awareness about the threat to our food seed supply, so we are delighted to share our skills with communities, to help them build their own seed supply for longterm food resilience.” Irish Seed Savers will provide 10 community gardens training and mentoring in seed growing and seed saving with experienced facilitators, learning the steps to enhance seed supply for community gardeners around the island of Ireland, without having to rely on food seed imports to grow their own food. This is a two-year programme and will require commitment of six days training, the total value of which will be over €1,000 per group as well as mentoring, seeds, and ongoing support. Further details on how to apply are available at www.irishseedsavers.ie/blog. Closing date for applications is January 18, 2021.

Revenue warns online shoppers of additional costs Revenue is this week warning online shoppers to be aware of additional charges once purchased goods arrive in Ireland. Goods advertised online can seem attractively low, as tax and duty have not been included in the price advertised. Ms Maureen Dalton, Principal Officer in Revenue’s Customs Division, outlined that online shoppers need to be aware

of potential additional charges before buying. “Almost all goods arriving from non-EU countries will be liable to tax and duty. If you shop online, you need to check whether the advertised price includes any tax and duty costs due before you make your decision to buy the goods concerned. Last year, Revenue officers in postal depots around the country applied charges to almost 100,000 parcels

and packets. The average duty and VAT charge per parcel was €68.66." Explaining when these charges might arise Ms Dalton said, that “if the cost of the goods you buy, including transport, insurance and handling charges, is more than €22 you will have to pay VAT". "If your goods alone cost more than €150 you will have to pay Customs Duty and VAT. For example, if you bought a mobile phone online from China, at an equiva-

lent cost of €212, you would have to pay an additional €54.50 in Customs Duty, VAT, insurance and handling fees. When you buy alcohol and tobacco products online from outside the EU, VAT, Customs Duty and Excise Duty, are payable, regardless of the value of your purchase.” Further information on tax and duty charges that may arise on goods bought online for personal use can be found on revenue.ie.

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SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL HEAR supports eligible students in third level

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Sothys moisturisers restore skin's hydration Preparations are well underway for Christmas this year and we are delighted to be able to offer some amazing moisturising gift sets with extra value this year. You'll receive a half price serum with each moisturiser in our Sothys Professional cosmeceutical skincare range, and all products are available to check out on www.killarneytoningandbeauty.com - just what is needed after the year we have all had! Well hydrated skin will remain supple and younger for much longer. It's important to hydrate the skin from within by drinking two litres of water daily. Almost two thirds of the skin is made up of water and can be constantly dehydrated from indoor heating in the winter, as well as ageing; it's not just the summer the skin that can get dehydrated. If the dermis has a lack of water to nourish itself it will start to shrink, becoming more brittle, dull, rough to touch, have less elastin/col-

lagen and will inevitably age. This is why well hydrated skin is so important and a moisturiser can fight all these signs and restore the natural beauty and vitality of the dermis. Moisturiser can also provide skin with substances that have the ability to capture and retain water inside the cells e.g. hyaluronic acid, peptides, vitamins, and minerals. It creates a protective barrier and prevents the build-up of dead cells, debris, dust, all of which prevent the skin from breathing. It also prevents dryness, the appearance of flaking, impurities and hugely improves the skin's elasticity. This can all be boosted even more with the use of a serum under the moisturiser. Serums are the vitamins for the skin. Life is so different to our grandparent's times, we have more stress, a different diet, more computers, phones, and no down time, less sleep etc., this is why we need to treat the skin with more care. Take a look on the website for more infomation.

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The Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) is a college and university admissions scheme for school leavers that works parallel to the CAO system. It offers places on reduced points and extra college support to school leavers from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds who are resident in the Republic of Ireland and under the age of 23 in the January of entry to college. Mature and FET (Further Education and Training) students have their own admissions routes and should contact admissions offices in the colleges.

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HEAR applicants must meet a range of financial, social and cultural indicators to be eligible. Students must meet Indicator 1 (low income) and a specific combination of two other indicators which include – medical/GP visit cards, means-tested social welfare payments, occupation status of parent of guardian (Socio-Economic group), disadvantaged status of the school (DEIS or non-DEIS) and local area. Other factors considered include children who are in the care of the State, HSE or TUSLA.

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Applications to HEAR can only be made online through CAO at www.cao.ie by firstly applying to CAO by February 1 at 5.15pm. Then the HEAR application must by filled out online by March 1 at 5.15pm and supporting documentation must be sent to CAO by March 15 at 5.15pm. These deadlines are strict and non-negotiable so it is the responsibility of applicants to meet them.

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A number of places are reserved in higher education courses for applicants that qualify for HEAR so it is possible for applicants to get offered a place if they have not made the cut-off points, however many applicants do achieve the required points each year. It is important to note that applicants must still meet the minimum and subject requirements for the particular course. Other academic, personal and social supports include – an Orientation Programme to college/university, extra tuition if needed, study skills and exam preparation, one-to-one meetings with student advisors, social gatherings (when permitted) and mentoring and

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

extra financial assistance when available as well as advice regarding grants and scholarships. Students who are eligible for grants (and who may or may not be eligible for HEAR) must apply separately to www.susi.ie. Further information on financial supports for third level are available on www.studentfinance.ie. A recent documentary series aired on RTÉ One explored the journeys of students who entered college through various Access routes including the HEAR scheme and it is well worth a look back at the inspirational stories depicted on ‘My Uni Life’ on the RTÉ Player. The series showed how given the right supports students coming from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds can not only access places in third level but thrive when they actually get there. Applications Information Events take place on HEAR every year to provide students and/or parents/guardians to meet online with a member of the HEAR team to discuss the application process and this year the national event will take place on Saturday, January 9 from 10am-2pm. For further details on information events and on the HEAR scheme itself as well as contact details for HEAR support staff in the various colleges see www.accesscollege.ie.

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Showrooms across the region reopened on Tuesday morning, and while local dealers are reporting a strong trade in the opening few days since restrictions were eased, they are keeping a watchful eye on January. Traditionally, November is a strong month for pre-sales ahead of the new registration plate in January. Customers do their trade-in deals in November, giving dealers time to order new stock ahead of the New Year. Despite showrooms being closed for almost the entire month of November many local dealers used the downtime to introduce new sales methods. These included video sales presentations and virtual showrooms. These new methods are now translating into sales meetings and test drives during the month of December. “It is so far so good,” said Paul Ahern of

Ahern’s Garage in Castleisland, the county’s main dealer for BMW, Mazda, Opel and SEAT. “People were booking appointments for December, they had been through all the virtual stuff and now it is time to touch and drive the new car.” Reens of Rathmore, the county’s Peugeot dealer is reporting a similar uptake in sales appointments. “It will be hell for leather from now until Christmas,” said John Reen. “If we can maintain the same figures as July we will be grand. The reaction has been good so far.” July is always a strong month for car sales as the second year registration number is introduced at this time. “July was brilliant,” added Mr Reen. “But if we have lockdown again in January it won’t be good.” Randles Bros on the Muckross Road is the county’s main Nissan dealer. Dealer principal David Randles said although they were feeling the effects of the November shutdown, pre-sales are back ahead of the new January registration plate.

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12 MONTH’S NATIONWIDE WARRANTY Sale price €5950 - deposit €595 Finance amount €5355. Duration of agreement 36mths @ €165.09/mth. Total cost of credit €588.24

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CAR SALES: David Randles of Randles Bros, the county's main Nissan dealer.

NEWS

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it's your birthday

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE FOR SALE: Firing timber logs €4.00 per bag and will deliver. Contact 086-8046751. FOR SALE: Beko electric cooker 50 cm width as new. Geniune reason for selling €220.00, also 2 high back brn leather armchairs €50.00 each and EWT electric stove €100.00. Contact 086-2035876 FOR SALE: Upright Piano and stool, 500 euro. Contact: 087-1416879

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Love from Mom & Dad and all in Killarney Would You Like To Include A Birthday/Occasions Photo For Someone?

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

AVAILABLE: GRASS CUTTING SERVICES. Call David on 086-0719978 AVAILABLE: Very good and Cheap painter available if you want to paint your home inside or out AVAILABLE: Removal service, House, Office, Local, Nationwide deliveries, anytime-anywhere, 7 days a week. Also all kinds of clear outs etc. 087-2600407/0646631979. AVAILABLE: Church music for all occasions. For a personal and meaningful ceremony, let the voice of experience guide you through your music. Tel. Helen Kerins 0879508050. AVAILABLE: Brendan Herlihy home maintenance/renovations. Carpentry, painting, power washing, gardening, garden sheds repaired etc. Tel. 087-9364895/ 0646643317. AVAILABLE: Music lessons- piano, violin, fiddle, guitar, banjo. Garda vetted. ONLINE OPTION ALSO AVAILABLE. Tel John: 0876801392 or Maggie: 087-6961681.

AVAILABLE: Xpress Removal Service. Fast, frindly and reasonable. Home office, apartment, garage, attic, shed clearout. Legal disposal of all unwanted items. Collection and delivery service. Anything, Anytime, Anywhere. Available 7 days call joe 0872652126 AVAILABLE: Irish Grinds available, all levels up to leaving Certificate. Specialising in irish oral. Experienced qualified seond level teacher. Fluent, native speaker. Exam focused, excellent notes provided. Reasonable rates. Contact 086-3731375 AVAILABLE: German Grinds, Native Speaker, Junior Cert and Leaving Cert all levels, Zoom or one to one, Tel. 0871712409

ANIMALS ANIMALS: HUG: Homes for Unwanted Greyhounds. For further details please contact us on 087 9822695 or email homesforunwantedgreyhounds@eircom.net. ANIMALS: KLAWS (Kenmare and Locality Animal Welfare Society) We have a number of adult cats (all colours) awaiting homes. 087-9729240 or 087-9704480.

WANTED WANTED: Housekeeper wanted Fossa area 2 mornings a week – Mon& Fri, 3hours a day, 6hours/week. Duties to include cooking cleaning and laundry. Tel 0646636841 WANTED: Looking for grazing for mare pony long or short term. Contact 085-2368966 WANTED: Block Layers Wanted First year apprentice required. Call 0863895141

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ANSWERS NEXT WEEK

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1. Bricklayer

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10. House (Sp.)

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14. Sports building

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45. Kidnapper's demand

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50. Burn reliever

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55. Climbing plant

23. Matured

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25. Clothing

59. Commotion

29. Calcutta dress

60. Leg part

30. Hen's perch

61. Bird's abode

31. Strong coffee

62. Grain

35. Certain debts

63. Mails

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29. Compass dir. 31. Cease 32. Penn or Connery 33. Dispatch 34. Mine products 36. Molecule part 37. Tennis divider 40. Messy person 41. Unfriendly 43. All ____! 44. Spotted 45. Black bird 46. Animated 47. Dressed to the ____ 48. Classic song 50. Initial stake 51. Carson's successor 52. Irritates 53. Dissolve 54. Poems of praise 56. Road curve 57. Opening

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4.12.2020

Mick O’Brien - launching the killarney viking boat on Loch Lein 1984 ... YES a viking boat

PROPERTY

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PROPERTYSECTION CALL US: 064 6632215 OR

IF YOU’D LIKE TO ADVERTISE EMAIL:SALES@KILLARNEYADVERTISER.IE

DNG TED HEALY

11 New Street, Killarney, Co. Kerry T: 064 6639000 | E: killarney@dng.ie

10 MOUNTAIN VIEW, KILCUMMIN, KILLARNEY V93E3C1

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128

POULNAMUCK, MILL ROAD KILLARNEY

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4 bedroom semi-detached home located in Mountain View, a private development of only 30 houses on the edge of Kilcummin village and only 6km approx.. from Killarney town. The property is ideally positioned within walking distance of Kilcummin National School and local amenities.

Contemporary 5 bed detached house currently under construction. Modern architecturally designed two storey private residence superbly located within walking distance of Killarney Town and Killarney National Park. Bright spacious ‘A’ rated home of concrete (ICF) construction with triple glazed windows & air to water heating. The property will be completed to the highest of standards.

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Make your hallway more welcoming A well presented hallway sets the tone of a house; it is where buyers form their first and last impressions of the inside of your home. It acts as a welcoming portal to your property. We set out below some simple but effective tips that we at DNG have picked up over the years in maximising your hallways entrance appeal. It is very important to clear the clutter: our hallways can very easily fill up with coats, shoes, boots, umbrellas etc. Remove them out of sight and make your hallway more welcoming.

By removing furniture from a narrow hallway you'll further enhance the feeling of space. Very often your entrance hallway can be one of the darkest rooms in your house. We should brighten up the hallway as best we can by repainting walls a neutral colour and the ceilings should always be white. Replace any lightbulbs that need it. Open all doors leading to other rooms to borrow natural light. A clever tip is to place a large mirror at the end of the hall or by the front door to reflect light. When adding the finishing touches to your hallway, keep it simple. Flowers

always give the space personality and colour. If your hall is long, consider hanging some framed prints or artwork at the same height along the hall to break up the space. Finally, a good sturdy doormat is essential when welcoming potential buyers and it helps cut down on floor cleaning! While not being the most important room in your house, if done well it can leave a lasting impression. A bright welcoming hallway free of clutter will immediately give buyers a positive feeling. It is then up to the other rooms in the house to build on this strong start.

PSL: 001388

TED HEALY | ASCSI ARICSDip AVEA DNG TED HEALY 11 New Street, Killarney, Co Kerry

PROPERTY

4.12.2020 REA Coyne & Culloty 2 Main St, Killarney E: info@rea.ie T: 064 663 1274

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Sherry Fitzgerald Coughlan 95 New St, Killarney E: info@sfmc.ie T: 064 663 1892

David O’ Driscoll Muckross Road, Killarney E: info@dodriscoll.com T: 087 795 8386

Ted Healy 11 New St, Killarney E: killarney@dng.ie T:064 639000

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

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

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

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

59 Rossdara, €335,000 Loreto Road, Killarney

The Old Mill, €250,000 Annadale Road, Killorglin

30 Killarney, €160,000 Country Club, Faha Killarney

• Superbly finished detached 4-bedroom residence, just off Muckross Road. • Accommodation includes 4 double bedrooms, (master en-suite), bathroom, spacious lounge, kitchen/dining room, utility room and a private rear garden with decking area. • There is also a large double driveway with off street parking for up to three cars.

• Split level three storey over basement masonry mill building with pitched hipped slate roof and lean to single storey extension to rear. • The walled site extends to 0.166 acre approximately. • Protected structure.

• Well-presented end of terrace 2 bedroom townhouse, in courtyard setting, with on-site bar/restaurant. • Property being sold furnished, accommodation includes on the ground floor; open plan kitchen cum dining cum living area and on the first floor 2 en-suite bedrooms.

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able house near the Gleneagle Hotel off the Muckross road. All services included in rent. Contact Pat 087-2377190 TO LET: 4 bedroom house in Cahernane Meadows. Contact 087-7856773. TO LET: Three bed semi, five minutes walk town, O. F. C. H. Triple glazed. A available now for long term lease, 1000 per month. 083 0919641 TO LET: 3 Bedroom house to let in Killarney Town Center, long term. Contact 086 3629170 TO LET: Large luxury apt, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, soild wood floors through

out. Located in Killarney town. Reference equired. Contact 087-6400964 ____________________________________________________ WANTED: Comfortable, insulated 1 bed apartment/bungalow, in quiet area within 5 minutes of Killarney town, with parking. HAPPS, long-term. 087-6600100 WANTED: Accommodation required for single male in 50s gen builder by trade, so can keep place up together, exemplary ref, been in this place 10 yrs, landlord revamping, preferably on H.A.P.. scheme, call 0876822317.

FINANCE

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FINANCESECTION

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Learn from my mistakes "Learn from the mistakes of others, you can’t live long enough to make them all yourself" - Eleanor Roosevelt While it may be tough to admit, everyone makes mistakes throughout their investing careers, whether it be a missed opportunity or the opportunity you wish you missed. Ultimately though, a well thought out investment plan is far more likely to end in success than failure, while keeping your funds ‘safe’ in a deposit account is a surefire way to lose money as inflation slowly erodes your earnings. Over the coming weeks, I will discuss a number of basic mistakes that new investors make in an effort to help you sidestep some of the most common investment pitfalls.

FOLLOWING THE CROWD

If following the crowd worked, we'd all be millionaires. You see it all the time, a temporary market slump brings hysteria, and previously level-headed investors throw their long-term investment plan out the window amidst all the panic, selling

at the least opportune time. Just this year, we saw markets fall over 30% only to hit all-time highs six months later. Many of those who sold at the bottom remained on the sidelines during the subsequent market rally, no doubt licking their financial wounds. It's worth noting that this is a two-way street. Everyone's investment history is tainted not just by realised losses but by the 'ones they sold too soon'. Realising profits too early can have a detrimental effect on your portfolio returns over time. Most investors will be lucky enough to be invested in a handful of mega-growth stocks in their lifetime. How they manage these investments is imperative to their portfolio's overall success. The one you sell too early may often haunt you more than the loss you actually realised. While it's tough to accept losing say, 30% of your position on a specific investment, selling your posi-

tion for a small profit, only to see that asset jump 1000% a few years down the line can be a harsh life lesson. Take it from me, I sold out of Shopify in early 2019, but the less said about that, the better….. remember what I said earlier 'we all make mistakes'.

STICK TO YOUR GUNS

You're going to go through periods where every fiber of your being is telling you to sell a stock you still believe in because of some temporary slump or a brief spike. Stick to your guns, and over time you'll reap the rewards of a longterm investment strategy. Keep changing your mind, and your returns will be eaten away by your indecision. For many investors, a great way to avoid the mental anguish that comes with watching your stock picks rise and fall is to invest in a broad basket of stocks through an ETF. This passive exposure allows you to participate in the rising tide of the market without getting caught up in the individual stock movements, keeping the aforementioned behavioural fallacies at bay.

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

Time is running out to exchange driving licences The National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) is issuing a final reminder to anyone resident in Ireland with a UK/NI driving licence that they need to exchange it now, as it will not be valid to drive here after December 31 due to Brexit.

John Healy of Healy Insurances.

While the UK has left the EU, a transition period was agreed that allowed for the exchange of driving licences to continue. That transition period ends on December 31. If you are resident in Ireland and using a UK/NI licence to drive, it will no longer be valid to drive on here in Ireland after this date.

It is vital that you have a valid driving licence and that you are legally allowed to drive in Ireland by exchanging a UK licence for an Irish driving licence. You should make an application as soon as possible as it can take longer to process a UK/NI licence exchange, and there may be further delays caused by a last-minute increase in applications, plus extra demand on the service due to COVID-19. You can now apply online to exchange it if you have a public services card and a verified mygovID. Alternatively, you can apply in person at an NDLS Centre. You must book an appointment in advance. More details can be found on www.ndls.ie. Licence exchange applications that in-

clude the original UK/Northern Ireland licence can be exchanged more speedily. If you do not submit your original UK/NI licence with your exchange application, NDLS will be unable to validate your application without significant delays. If you are submitting a Letter of Entitlement in place of a lost or expired licence you may be required to provide further verification from the DVLA in the UK and DVA in Northern Ireland. Please note that as a visitor to Ireland holding a UK/NI licence, you will be entitled to drive in Ireland for the period of your visit with your existing driving licence providing it is current and valid and that you carry it with you at all times. You will not be required to carry an International Driving Permit.

FINANCE

4.12.2020

| FINANCIAL ADVISOR DIRECTORY FOR KILLARNEY McGuire Liston Lewis Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry liam@mcguireliston.ie 064 6632255

Dermot Cronin Old Market Ln, Killarney, Co. Kerry kerrymortgagecentre@eircom.net. 064 662 2775

Mortgages - What do I need? Mortgage lenders are keen to lend at the moment. However, the level of examination of every applicant’s financial affairs has never been more intense. Stricter policies, procedures and requirements were put in place to ensure that there isn’t a repeat of the 2009 property crash, which was the result of reckless lending. If you are looking for a mortgage it is essential that you have all your ducks in a row before submitting an application.

DEPOSIT

During the property boom in the early noughties, it was common to borrow over 100% of the purchase price with little, or no personal financial input. Today, strict Loan To Value (LTV) policies requires applicants to contribute to the purchase themselves: First-time buyers, 10% deposit Next-time buyers 20% Buy-to-let mortgage 30% FX Loans 35% (e.g. ex-pat buying in Ireland – requirement can vary) e.g. A first time buyer paying

€300,000 will need to have a €30,000 deposit, plus legal costs and stamp duty. NOTE: All of the deposit need not come from savings. It can be gifted, and in the case of self-builds, if the site is already owned by the applicant, the value of the site can go towards the deposit.

BANK ACCOUNTS

Six months’ statements for all loan, savings and current accounts (incl. Revolut, DeGiro etc), are required. Lenders like to see: wages, rent and regular savings going through your bank account. Rent and regular savings will show that you have the ability to repay the mortgage. Things lenders don’t like to see include: unpaid debits, missed loan payments, overdrawn account balances, regular betting patterns, large unexplained

lodgements. Therefore, get your statements in order to give yourself the best chance of approval.

INCOME DOCUMENTS

PAYE: Three months’ payslips required for each applicant, along with a salary cert completed by your employer, detailing your earnings. Lenders work off the GROSS salary cert figure but your payslips must correspond. If you work in a job where you get overtime, allowances etc., lenders will look at your previous three years’ EDS (P60) figures and work out the average extra income based on these. They will allow up to 50% of the extra income and up to 100% of guaranteed allowances. Generally, lenders will only approve applicants in permanent employment, with any probation periods completed.

SELF EMPLOYED

Up to three years’ accounts are required and lenders use the average NET profit figure. Providing three years’ accounts makes it difficult for

start-ups, but does not rule them out. NOTE: Generally, lenders will lend 3.5 times your gross salary/net profit. Factors which may affect the maximum available to you include dependants or existing loans. Rental income, maintenance payments or social welfare payments are not considered income for mortgage purposes.

OTHER CRITERIA Clear credit rating. It is wise to order a credit report from icb.ie to ensure that any previous loans are correctly recorded on your file. If there are any issues, get them resolved before applying. If you lived abroad within three years of applying, you will need a credit check from that country. Mortgage brokers know exactly what lenders are looking for. Once they have the above information they can help package an application and relieve the client the stress of dealing with the lender directly. If you have any questions on mortgages email them to killarney@mcguireliston.ie or sales@killarneyadvertiser.ie.

FINANCE

4.12.2020

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Weekly Killarney Clinic every Saturday in Scotts Hotel at 3pm Strict Covid-19 protocols will be in place. As the UK are about to leave the EU we are being told that the Cross Border Directive will not continue after 31st Dec 2020. I am urging anyone on a waiting list for any procedure to consider travelling before this scheme ends. Any queries please call me or my office.

Contact Martina 064-6685782

SUDOKU NEWS BRIEFS... Fastnet Film Festival opens call for entries

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Applications for the Puttnam Film Award have opened and they're seeking entries. This award will make €20,000 available to fund production of a live-action drama short film. A maximum of 10-mins, the short must be made on the Cork Wild Atlantic Way with a theme reflecting ‘The New Normal’. Four finalists will be selected to take part in a public pitching event at Fastnet Film Festival (FFF) 2021 from May 26 – 30, and the winner of the 2020 Puttnam Film Award will be announced at the FFF awards ceremony on Sunday, May 30. The award-winning film will have its premiere screening at the FFF in May 2022. The application deadline to submit entries is 12 midnight on Monday, March 1, 2021 and submissions will only be accepted via the online application form.

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IN MEMORIAM 5TH ANNIVERSARY

5TH ANNIVERSARY

GRIFFIN

In loving memory of a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Kathleen Griffin, 21, Park Drive who died on 4th December, 2015

In loving memory of my darling wife Kathleen Griffin, 21, Park Drive who died on 4th December, 2015.

Mother

Softly the leaves of memory fall, Gently I bend to gather them all, Unseen, unheard, you are always near, So missed, so loved, so very dear.

God looked around his garden and saw an empty space, He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and raised you up to rest. His garden must be beautiful, because he only takes the best. He knew you were in pain and that a cure was not to be, So he closed your weary eyelids and whispered “come to me”. With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you slip away, And though we loved you dearly, we knew you could not stay. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone, For part of us went with you on the day God called you home.

I miss you now, my heart is sore, As time goes by I miss you more, Your loving smile, your precious face, No-one else can fill that space. In secret I weep, in silence I cry, As each lonely hour and day passes by, There’s only thought that eases my pain, And it’s knowing someday I’ll see you again. Beautiful memories treasured forever, Of the love and happiness we shared together, Your presence I miss, your memory I treasure, Loving you always, forgetting you never. Your loving husband Tim.

Always remembered by your loving son Tom and daughter-in-law Sheila xxx Grandmother As we look upon your picture, Sweet memories we recall, Of a face so full of sunshine, And a smile for one and all, Sweet Jesus take this message, To our dear Nana up above, Tell her how we miss her, And give her all our love. Your loving grandchildren Ian and Jess, Mark, Sandra and Tommy, Kevin and Emer. xxx Great-grandmother No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you. Your great-grandchildren Evan, Ewan, Hayden, TJ and Millie. xxx

JESUS

5TH ANNIVERSARY GRIFFIN

1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDEMENT HEALY

In loving memory of Tim Healy (Shine) Countess Road, Killarney Died 8th December 2019 On this, the occasion of Tim’s first anniversary, his loving family, wife Peg, daughters Joan and Helen, son Tim, his grandchildren Ruth, Sam, Orla, Nessa and Liam, his son in law Neal and daughter in law Bernie, his nieces and nephew, and sister in law Elsie, would like to extend our sincere appreciation and thanks to all of you who sympathised with us and offered condolences on our sad loss. The support, empathy, sympathy and compassion that you offered us through our difficult time will be forever remembered. Special thanks to his GP s who attended to him over the course of many years formerly and latterly, Dr John McCullagh and Dr Ken Keohane, both a credit to their profession for their humanity, compassion and empathy. To the wonderful staff of Home Instead Senior Care, who for the last two years of his life cared for him as if he was their own, we couldn’t have asked for anything better. To the Community Palliative Care Team who above all else showed huge compassion for Tim and unwavering support for us his family in his final weeks. To Fr Niall Howard for all his support in the final years of Tim’s life, his visits and his prayers were greatly appreciated by Tim and us all. To Fr Niall, Fr Padraig Walsh and Fr Paddy O’Donoghue for all their support and words of comfort and for celebrating Tim’s funeral mass. To Michael and Mary O’Shea and all at O’Shea’s Funeral Directors, a special word of thanks, for your professionalism and support in arranging Tim’s funeral. Also a sincere thanks to Sylvia, Nuala, Liz and all the staff in Trant’s Pharmacy who always went the extra mile. Thank you to all the pupils and staff of the Killarney Community College, whose guard of honour would have made Tim proud and to his ex-colleagues who attended and stood with him on his final journey, Míle Míle Buíochas. A special word of thanks to our extended families, friends, neighbours and work colleagues for your unwavering kindness and constant support and we would like to acknowledge especially his golfing fourball partners over the past number of decades who provided him with much companionship, fun and entertainment on their numerous strolls through many fairways, to Con, Dano, Tim Joe, John, Johnny and countless other subs, thank you, It’s what kept him going. Thank you to Paud O’Donoghue and Mary O’Callaghan for your beautiful church music and singing, there was a huge comfort in all of it. To Bernadette Randles and her team in the Dromhall Hotel who looked after us all after the funeral thank you.

In loving memory of a wonderful Mother and grandmother Kathleen Griffin 21 Park Drive who died on 4th December 2015. We miss your smile, Your joking ways, We miss the things you used to say, And when old times We do recall It’s then we miss you most of all. Loved and missed by Kevin, Brid, Bryan, Kyle and Emma

And finally to our family and friends, for their continued support, we are and will be eternally grateful. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deep gratitude. “He taught them the goodness of knowledge, they taught him the goodness of God” Tim’s first anniversary mass will be celebrated on Monday December 7th at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney and a live link to the mass will be available on the parish website.

3RD ANNIVERSARY

O’NEILL

In loving memory of Michael O’Neill Barleymount West, Killarney, Co. Kerry Who passed away on 2nd December 2017

A place in my heart, Is yours alone, A piece of love, No one can own.

Dad, if I could write a story, It would be the greatest ever told, Of a kind and loving dad, Who had a heart of gold.

Deep in my heart, Your memory is kept, Of a husband I will never forget.

I could write a million pages, But still be unable to say, Just how much I love and miss you each single day.

3RD ANNIVERSARY O’NEILL

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

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. -PM

IN MEMORIAM

In loving memory of Michael O’Neill Barleymount West, Killarney, Co. Kerry Who passed away on 2nd December 2017 You were always there when we needed you. No task too great or small. With loving heart and helping hands. For us you did it all. Fondly remembered your son Micheal, Treasa and Eabha Kate O’Neill.

Love and always remembered from Nora. Michael’s 3rd Anniversary Mass will be on Friday 11th December 2020 at 7:30pm in Fossa Church.

I will remember all he taught me, I’m hurt and won’t be sad, Because he will send me down the answers,and he will always be my dad. From Shane and Bridgid.

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IN MEMORIAM

4.12.2020

6TH ANNIVERSARY

1ST ANNIVERSARY

HEALY-RAE

O’ GRADY

Jackie Healy-Rae TD MCC Main Street, Kilgarvan, Co. Kerry, Who died on the 5th December 2014.

In loving memory of Crohane O’Grady late of Firies and Caherdaniel who passed away on the 7th Dec 2019

In loving memory of Crohane O Grady whose anniversary occurs on 7th December

In loving memory of Crohane O Grady, Firies, and late of Caherdaniel, whose anniversary occurs on 7th December

Some day we hope to meet again, Some day we know not when, To clasp their hands in a better land, Never to part again.

You always had a smile to share, A laugh a joke a time to care, Each of us in our own way, Have a special memories of you today.

Sadly missed Michael, Eileen, Ian, Juliette, Rosie, Jackie Jnr and Kevin Healy-Rae

Sadly missed and never forgotten by your brother Mike and Nephew Crohane.

Time for me to go now, I won’t say goodbye; Look for me in rainbows, way up in the sky. In the morning sunrise when all the world is new, Just look for me and love me, as you know I loved you.

Somewhere beyond the sunset, Where loved ones never die, You sleep in a beautiful garden, Beneath a golden sky, Though Heaven and earth divide us, You are never far apart, For you are always in our thoughts, And forever in our hearts.

Time for me to go now, I won’t say goodbye; Look for me in rainbows, high up in the sky. In the evening sunset, when all the world is through, Just look for me and love me, and I’ll be close to you.

Sadly missed, your sisters Sheila and Eileen, brother Michael, and their families.

10TH ANNIVERSARY 6TH ANNIVERSARY

FLEMING

HEALY-RAE

In loving memory of Jackie Healy-Rae, late of Killgarvan, Who died on 5th December 2014 Our hearts are so full of memories, With pride we speak your name, Though life goes on without you, It will never be the same. Sadly missed by Danny, Eileen, Johnny, Patie, Dan, Maura, Elaine, Theresa, Caroline, Linda and Emma. Anniversary Masses - Kilcummin 7.30pm on the 7th December 2020 and Kilgarvan 7.30pm on the 8th January 2021.

In loving memory of Sheila Fleming late of Clydine Kilcummin, Killarney Who died on the 3rd December 2010. Ten years have gone by, In the blink of an eye, So much you have missed, Three grandchildren you never kissed. We think of you often, And our hearts start to soften, When we remember your ways And things you would say. A loving wife, a caring mother, We hated seeing you suffer. When God called you to him, oh how we wept. But you had fought hard enough It was time for a rest. Memories fill us with your love, Till we meet again in heaven above.

34TH ANNIVERSARY CULLOTY (NEE BROSNAN)

Sadly missed by your daughter Marcella, son-in-law David and grandchildren Conor and Emma.

22ND ANNIVERSARY GEANEY

It won’t be forever, the day will come and then My loving arms will hold you, when we meet again. Time for us to part now, we won’t say goodbye; Look for me in rainbows, shining in the sky. Every waking moment, and all your whole life through Just look for me and love me, as you know I loved you. Just wish me near you, And I’ll be there with you. Love Theresa, Bernie & Brendan

In loving memory of Mary Geaney Woodlawn, Killarney Who died on the 6th December 1998. R.I.P. As time goes gently by, Love and memories never die, No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts you are always there. Always remembered by loving husband Denis and family Anniversary Mass on Saturday 5th December at 6:15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

14TH & 5TH ANNIVERSARY

JESUS

FLEMING

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

10TH ANNIVERSARY FLEMING In loving memory of Tommy and Annamarie Fleming, late of Daltons Avenue, Killarney Tommy who died on the 3rd of December 2015. R.I.P and Annamarie who died on the 18th of December 2006. R.I.P.

In loving memory of Noreen Culloty (nee Brosnan), late of Annaghmore, Headford, Killarney, Co. Kerry, who died on 7th Dec 1986. R.I.P. We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new, We thought about you yesterday, And days before that too. We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, Now all we have is memories, And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part, God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts. Sadly missed and always remembered with love your husband Patrick, Son Donie and Daughters Catriona and Mags and extended family. Anniversary mass will be Friday at 7:30pm 11th December in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Barraduff.

IN MEMORIAM

In loving memory of Sheila Fleming late of Clydine Kilcummin, Killarney Who died on the 3rd December 2010. It been 10 long years since you left us in tears, Now our only wish is that you could have stayed, and enjoyed our lives for many more years. Sadly missed by your husband Pat, sons David and John, daughter in law Katrin and grandson Jack.

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

Happy, smiling and always content, Loved and respected wherever they went, Always willing helpful and kind, What a beautiful memory, They left behind. Close to our hearts, They will always stay, Loved and remembered everyday. So treasure them Lord, In your garden of rest, For the Mam and Dad you gave me, Were simply the best. Always remembered and never forgotten, by your loving Son Thomas and his wife Eileen. Anniversary mass will be held on Wednesday December 9th in the Church of the Resurrection at 9:30am.

PRAYER FOR HEALING Heavenly Father, I call on you right now in a special way. It is through your power that I was created. Every breath I take every morning I wake, and every moment of every hour, I live under your power. Father, I ask you now to touch me with that same power. For of you created me from nothing, you can certainly recreate me.. Fill me with the healing power of your spirit. Cast out anything that should not be in me. Mend what is broken. Root out any unproductive cells. Open any blocked arteries and rebuild any damaged areas. Remove all inflammation and cleanse any infection. Let warmth of your healing love pass through my body to make new any unhealthy areas so that my body will function the way you created it to function. And Father, restore me to full health in mind and body so that I may serve you the rest of my life. I ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. With Thanks, A.M

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IN MEMORIAM

1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

1ST ANNIVERSARY

2ND ANNIVERSARY

LEAHY

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Jackie Leahy, late of Ballyspillane and Coolegrean Park, Who passed away on December 10th 2019.

In loving memory of Our Dad Jackie Leahy who died on the 10th December 2019.

LEAHY

In loving memory of Jackie Leahy, late of Ballyspillane and Coolegrean Park, Who passed away on December 10th 2019. As we remember Jackie on his 1st Anniversary we his family wish to express our sincere gratitude to all who helped us through his final farewell. Thank you to all who called to the house, attended the rosary, removal and funeral mass, sent mass cards, floral tributes and phone call. To all who travelled distances to be with us, we say a sincere thank you. Our sincerest thanks to Dr Donal Coffey and staff in the Ross Medical practice. For the great care Jackie received over the years, to the staff in O’Sullivan’s pharmacy, to the doctors, nurses and staff in St. Theresa ward in the Bon Secours hospital Tralee, the daffodil night nurses, Dr Patricia Sheahan and home-help. Sincerest thanks to Father Kieran O’Brien, your words made the mass such a meaningful tribute to Jackie’s long life. Thank you to the Killarney Order of Malta who formed a guard of honour at Jackie’s removal.

A million times I’ve needed you, A million times I’ve cried, If love alone could have saved you, You never would have died. In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still, In my heart you hold a place, No one else can ever fill. It broke my heart to lose you, But you didn’t go alone, Part of me went with you, The day god took you home. Love you always and forever Daddy, Yvonne, Anthony, Jaylinn & Harper

1ST ANNIVERSARY LEAHY

The day you went away, They say that times a healer, But as the time goes on, I seem to find it just as hard, To face the fact you’ve gone. And today it’s the anniversary Of the day that you went away, And I’m standing here at your graveside, And believe me when I say You’ll never be forgotten And every year I’ll shed a tear But its only because I love you And wish you were still here. Dearly loved and sadly missed

He never looked for praises, He was never one to boast, He just went on quietly working, For the ones he loved the most. His dreams were seldom spoken, His wants were very few, and most of the times his worries went unspoken too. He was there... a firm foundation Through all our storms of life A sturdy hand to hold on to When in times of stress and strife. A true friend we could turn to When times were good or bad, One of the greatest blessings The man that we called Dad. Sadly missed by your loving son Tadhg and daughter in-law Karen. Grandad It took a world of sorrow, To realise you’d gone, But all the love you left behind has helped me carry on.

Thank you to Michael, Ger and Mary at O’Sheas funeral directors, we are so grateful for the empathy shown to us and the professional services provided. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we offer this acknowledgement as an expression of our deep appreciation and gratitude to all. The holy sacrifice of the mass has been offered for your intentions.

Dad

In loving memory of Jackie Leahy, late of Ballyspillane and Coolegrean Park, Who passed away on December 10th 2019. Jack Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us everyday, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, missed and very dear.

The saddest day of all my life Was when we had to part. But my - Grandad in lives forever in my heart.

LEAHY

Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed, still very dear Lovingly remembered & sadly missed Your husband Eddie Memories are forever, Be they of laughter or of tears, Your memory we will treasure, Throughout the future years, No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts you’re always there. Thinking of you always with Love Noreen, Patrick, Deborah Ann, Edmund,Pat, Frances, Pat & Juliet Though your smile is gone forever, And your hands we cannot touch, Still we have so many memories, Of the one we love so much. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part, God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts Always loved & greatly missed by all your Grandchildren Anniversary mass @ 6.15pm Sat December 5th In St Mary’s Cathedral (webcam)

And on this very special day I will dry my tears, and celebrate the happiness, you brought me through the year.

JESUS

Sadly missed by your grandchildren Dylan and Megan

Sadly missed and always remembered Love always Doug and Alison xx

1ST ANNIVERSARY

In loving memory of Bridie O’Sullivan late of Woodlawn Drive, Killarney Who passed away on 3rd December 2018

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

1ST ANNIVERSARY LEAHY

14TH ANNIVERSARY MORIARTY

Mags Xx Jackie’s first anniversary mass will be celebrated on Saturday 12th December at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral

BLESSED VIRGIN Remeber O Most Gracious Virgin Mary that never was it known, that anyone who fled to thy protection implored thy help or sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired y this confidence I fly to Thee O Virgin of Virgins, my Mother, to Thee I come before Thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the world incarnate, despise not my petitions but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen.

IN MEMORIAM

In loving memory of Our dear Dad and Grandad, John ‘Jackie’ Leahy, late of Ballyspillane Killarney who passed on 10th December 2019. Todays the anniversary Of the day that I lost you, And for a time it felt as though That my life had ended too. But loss has taught me many things, And now I face each day, With hope and happy memories To help me on my way. Sadly missed by your loving son Donal, Grandchildren Cailaigh, Aaron, Cian and family xxx

In loving memory of my Father “Dad” John Jackie Leahy late of Ballyspillane and Coolegrean Park who died on 10th of December 2019. Take me home down country roads was your song, Until the time comes that we walk the roads together again. Just wanted you to know that Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day Unseen , unheard but always there. Sadly missed and never forgotten until will meet again Dad my friend Lots of love always Mike and Mary Always remembered with love and affection .

In loving memory of a dear husband and father Timmy Moriarty, late of Ballinamanagh, Kilcummin, Killarney who died on the 23rd December 2006. Life goes on from day to day, In our hearts you will always stay, One year comes another goes, But the gates of memory will never close. Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving wife Mary, daughters Denise, Claire, Norma, Aileen, Mary-Theresa, son T.J. and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Kilcummin on Saturday the 12th of December at 7.30pm.

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IN MEMORIAM

4.12.2020 6TH ANNIVERSARY HEALY-RAE

9TH ANNIVERSARY O’ GORMAN

1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

1ST ANNIVERSARY O’BRIEN

MOYNIHAN

In loving memory of Jackie Healy-Rae (RIP) who died on 5th December 2014. A smile for all and a heart of gold, never selfish always kind these are the memories you left behind. Beautiful gifts to last a lifetime, It’s impossible to repay or tell you how much you meant but Christmas seems like the perfect time to remind you to have that wonderful time with all your family and friends that are gone to Heaven before you and since then We love and miss you dearly. Kathleen, Anton & Katie xxx You will be prayed for in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Kilcummin on the 7th of December at 7.30pm 2020

3RD ANNIVERSARY

In loving memory of Mary O’Gorman late of Danesfort Killarney who died on the 5th of December 2011. Though we need to weep your loss, You dwell in that safe place in our heart, Where no storm, or night or pain can reach you. Now that you have left us these nine years, we hope that heaven is filled with everything you deserve and more. Sadly missed and forever loved by Maureen, Eileen and Mike, grandchildren Adrian, Stephen, John, Marie and Mary. Anniversary Mass will be on Saturday 5th December at 6:15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral

18TH ANNIVERSARY O’NEILL

LYNCH

In loving memory of Bridie Moynihan, Green Lawn, Killarney who died on 6th December 2019. As we remember Bridie on her First Anniversary, we, her nieces and nephews, would like to sincerely thank all those who sympathised with us, attended the removal and Requiem Mass, and to those who sent Mass Cards and letters of condolences. A special word of thanks to Fr. Kieran O’Brien for the lovely Mass and to Deacon Thady O’Connor who assisted. We also wish to thank O’Shea’s Funeral Directors Dr. John McCullagh The Management & Staff at Heatherlee Nursing Home .

In everlasting gratitude for all the love, joy and happiness you gave us. Sadly missed by son Ruairí, daughter Mary, grandson Cuán, son-in-law Tom, sisters Sheila, Mary, Betty and Peggy, neighbours and friends.

3RD ANNIVERSARY WARREN (NEE CROWLEY)

In loving memory of Mary O’Neill Eagle’s View, 32 Millwood, St. Margaret’s Road, Killarney Who died 8th Dec 2002 May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper in your ear, That we love and truly miss you, As it dawns another year. Sadly missed and always remembered by her family. Kindly remember today her husband Michael who died 9th July 1995. Anniversary Mass will be on Monday 7th December at 6:15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral

3RD ANNIVERSARY

We hold you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again. Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving wife Ann, son Richard and family

3RD ANNIVERSARY TREACY

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our sincere gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Sadly missed by your nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews and friends. Bridie’s First Anniversary Mass will take place at St. Mary’s Cathedral on Saturday 5th December at 6.15pm

In loving memory of James Lynch late of St. Columbanus’ Lodge, Killarney and late of 24 Elm Grove Ballydribbeen, who departed this life on 6th December 2017. Also remembering his wife Angela, who passed away on 17th March 1997 (R.I.P), and all deceased family members.

In loving memory of Daniel (Danny) O’Brien Pinewood Estate, Killarney 8th December 2019

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

WARREN

In loving memory of Angela Treacy late of O Kelly’s Villas Who passed away on 9th December 2017. Never Forgotten ~ You’ll never be forgotten That simply cannot be. i carry you inside me Our memories, I’m reminded of your daily ~ Safely tucked within my heart your light will always shine a glowing ember never stilled throughout the end of time ~ No matter what the future brings or what may lay ahead I know that you will walk with me along the Journey I tread ~ Now rest in peace my Angel ~ Eternal rest grant unto them, O’ Lord and may the perpetual light shine upon them May they rest in peace. ~ May they rest in peace. ~ Amen.

7TH ANNIVERSARY MOYNIHAN In loving memory of Sheila Warren (nee Crowley) Who passed away on the 10th of December 2017. On a quiet December morning, You heard the angels call, You took the hand of Jesus, And quietly left us all. In a world full of people, We sometimes feel alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. Always loved and remembered your daughter Theresa and Son in law David. Anniversary Mass on Wednesday 9th of December at 7.30pm at the Sacred Heart Church Barraduff

IN MEMORIAM

In loving memory of Sheila Warren, late of Annaghmore, Headford, Killarney, Co Kerry. Who died on 10th of December 2017. Our hearts are full of memories, With pride we speak your name, Though life must go on without you, It will never be the same. Those special days will not return when we were all together, But the love and memories in our hearts, Will stay with us forever. Never forgotten, your son Gerard, daughter-in-law Lylia, your loving grandchildren Tom, Sarah and Conor. Anniversary Mass will be on Wednesday 9th December at 7:30pm in Barraduff Church

In loving memory of Denis (Denny Arthur) Moynihan, late of Rusheenmore Glenflesk, Killarney who died on the 7th December 2013. Wrap your arms around him Lord, Don’t leave him on his own, For it is his Anniversary, And he can’t come home. Call his name softly, And when he looks your way, Tell him we love him, And miss him everyday. Always remembered by his loving wife Mary, Daughter Margaret, Sons Arthur & Padraig, Son-in-Law Tadhg, Daughters-inLaw Helen & Brenda and Grandchildren.

Sadly Missed by. Loving husband Martin, Special family my Dearest Sister Bernadette Mooney and her husband, Martin, My dearest niece Shannen Mooney Brother Damien, Dad Martin. Brothers in-law and Sisters in-law Friends and Neighbours Anniversary mass 5/12/20 St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney, Vigil mass at 6.15pm

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

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IN MEMORIAM 14TH ANNIVERSARY

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

13TH ANNIVERSARY

KELLIHER

MCCARTHY

In loving memory of my brother James Wrenn, late of “Woodlawn House” Woodlawn Road, Killarney who died on the 4th December 2006.

Loving birthday remembrance of Jason Kelliher late of 175 Ballyspillane, Killarney, whose birthday occurs on the 1st December.

In loving memory of Tony McCarthy late of Park Drive, Killarney Who died on December 9th 2007.

With love we remember our dear father Tony McCarthy, late of Park Drive, Killarney. Who died on December 9th 2007.

The gates of memories will never close We miss you more than anyone knows Gone is the face we loved so dear Silent the voice we loved to hear.

This day has been marked on my calendar every single year cannot bear to miss it, I still mark it as if you are there.

WRENN

Also remembering my brothers Denis & Patrick and my Parents. Loved and missed everyday by your sister Julie, brother-in-law Joe and family.

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

Every single year as I turn my calendar to this day I sing Happy Birthday Jason and just hope you can hear me say. My memories are always near a lifetime that we shared I hope that you knew how much I loved you and how much I cared. Because in this life on earth we do not always show how dear people are to us and suddenly it’s too late We can no longer make a fuss. If I could send you a birthday cake with candles to blow out It would be on its way to you, of that there is no doubt. But I will light a candle as I say my birthday wishes And when I blow it out I will be sending you a million kisses. All our love your parents Sheilan and Dave and sister Kira and your nephew Jamie xxxx

Resting where no shadows fall, In peaceful sleep he awaits us all, God will link the broken chain, When one by one we meet again, Unspoken thoughts, no outwards show, But deep inside we miss you so. Always remembered by your wife Mary.

Dad What I would give if I could say I will go and see my Dad today, To hear your voice, to see your smile, To sit and talk with you a while, To get together in the same old way, This is my dearest wish today.

Anniversary Mass on Sunday December 13th at 12 noon in St Mary’s Cathedral Killarney.

Too dearly loved to be forgotten by your daughter Marguerite, son-in-law Neil and grandchildren Ella and Ethan.

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

7TH ANNIVERSARY

3RD ANNIVERSARY

O’SHEA

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of John O’Shea late of 7 Daltons Avenue, Killarney Who died on the 8th December 2013

In loving memory of Sean O’Sullivan, Dunloe Upper, Beaufort, Killarney, Who passed away on 9th December 2017.

Those we love, They don’t go away, They walk beside us every day.

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.

Loved and always remembered by your wife Eileen, children Murt, Triona, Jeremiah and John, daughters-in-law and grandchildren.

15TH ANNIVERSARY O’LEARY

Lovingly Remembered by Paul, Nora, Danny, Eoin & Claire

3RD ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

Precious memories of Donie O’Leary late of Knockeragh and Plunkett Street, Killarney whose anniversary occurs on the 4th December. You had a smile for everyone You had a heart of gold You left the sweetest memories This world could ever hold. Sadly missed by all your family.

IN MEMORIAM

In loving memory of Sean O’Sullivan, Dunloe Upper, Beaufort, Killarney, Who passed away on 9th December 2017. Your life was one of kindly deeds, A helping hand for others needs, Sincere and true in heart and mind, Beautiful memories left behind. Lovingly remembered and missed by your wife Kathleen.

Dad I did not know that morning, What sadness the day would bring, You were gone before I knew it, And I could not do a thing, I did not see you close your eyes, Or hear your last sigh, I was not there to hold your hand, Or say a last goodbye, It broke my heart to lose you, Your parting caused such pain, Thank you for the years we shared, Until we meet again. Loved and missed everyday by your daughter Michelle, son-in-law John, grandchildren Clara, Emma and Cialann, and great-granddaughter Layla Mai. Dad If I could write a story, It would be the greatest ever told, Of a kind and loving father, Who had a heart of gold, He never looks for praises, Was never one to boast, He went on quietly working, For those he loved the most, I remember all he taught me, The good times that we had, Glad to be his daughter and proud to call him Dad. Always loved and sadly missed your daughter Tracy, grandchildren Christopher and Alanna and great grandchildren Sofia and Caleb. xxx Dad When God came and took you Dad, He knew what you were worth, He took the finest Dad, That ever walked this earth, It isn’t what we write, Or even what we say, It’s what we feel inside Dad, As we think of you today. Always in our thoughts, your son Anthony, daughter-in-law Joanne and grandchildren Lauren, Ross, Sarah and Keva. Dad I think of you in silence, And make no outward show, For what it meant to lose you, Only those who love you knows. Sadly missed and never forgotten, Your loving son Michael, daughter-in-law Sharon, Grandchildren Hailey, Erica, Noah and Freya.

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

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4.12.2020 NOVENA PRAYER TO ST. JUDE

THANKSGIVING

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

PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY Remember, Oh most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known, that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help or sought they intercession was left unaided, inspired by this confidence I fly to thee Oh Virgin of Virgins my Mother, to thee do I come, before thee I stand sinful and sorrowful. Oh Mother of the word incarnate despise not my petition but in thy clemency hear and answer me. Amen.

God of my life I welcome this new day, It’s Your gift to me, a new creation, a promise of resurrection. I thank You for the grace of being alive this morning, I thank You for the sleep that has refreshed me, I thank You for the chance to make a new beginning this day Lord is full of promise and opportunity, let me waste none of it, this day is full of mystery and the unknown, help me to face it without fear or anxiety. This day is blessed with beauty and adventure make me be fully alive to it all. During this day keep me thoughtful, prayerful and kind, may I be courteous and helpful to others and not turned in, in myself, keep me from any word or deed that would hurt, destroy or belittle and may the thoughts in my mind be pleasing in Your sight. When night comes again may I look back on this day with no grievance or bitterness in my heart and may no one be unhappy because of anything I have done or failed to do. Lord, bless this day for me and for everyone, make it a day in which we grow to have the mind of Christ your son, Lord Jesus Christ, friend and brother may we know You more clearly and love You more day by day. Amen. CD

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

NOVENA PRAYER TO SAINT PHILOMENA

Heavenly Father, I call on you right now in

We beseech Thee, O Lord, to grant us the pardon of our sins by the intercession of Saint, virgin and martyr, who was always pleasing in thy sight by her eminent chastity and by the profession of every virtue. Amen. Illustrious virgin and Martyr, Saint Philomena, behold me prostrate before the throne whereupon it has pleased the Most Holy Trinity to place thee. Full of confidence in thy protection, I entreat thee to intercede for me with God, from the heights of Heaven deign to cast a glance upon thy humble client! Spouse of Christ, sustain me in suffering, fortify me in temptation, protect me in the dangers surrounding me, and in particular (Here specify your petition). Above all, assist me at the hour of my death. Saint Philomena, powerful with God, pray for us. Amen. O God, Most Holy Trinity, we thank Thee for the graces Thou didst bestow upon the Blessed Virgin Mary, and upon Thy handmaid Philomena, through whose intercession we implore Thy Mercy. Amen.

NOVENA TO ST. GERARD Almighty and Eternal God I come to thank you for all the blessings with which you favored St. Gerard while he was on earth and for the glory with which you have crowned him in Heaven. For the greater honour of your most holy name and for the edification of the Church, glorify St. Gerard before men and through his mires in union with those of Jesus and Mary grant me the favours I now ask. (here mention them privately). And you St. Gerard, my powerful patron, who have always helped those who prayed to you, intercede for me before the throne of God, listen to my fervent prayer, graciously accept them and according to God’s holy will let me experience the effects of your powerful intercession. Amen. GOS

PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY O Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me herein you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after that the request will be granted and the prayer must be published. Thank you for favours received.

THANKSGIVING God of my life I welcome this new day, It’s Your gift to me, a new creation, a promise of resurrection. I thank You for the grace of being alive this morning, I thank You for the sleep that has refreshed me, I thank You for the chance to make a new beginning this day Lord is full of promise and opportunity, let me waste none of it, this day is full of mystery and the unknown, help me to face it without fear or anxiety. This day is blessed with beauty and adventure make me be fully alive to it all. During this day keep me thoughtful, prayerful and kind, may I be courteous and helpful to others and not turned in, in myself, keep me from any word or deed that would hurt, destroy or belittle and may the thoughts in my mind be pleasing in Your sight. When night comes again may I look back on this day with no grievance or bitterness in my heart and may no one be unhappy because of anything I have done or failed to do. Lord, bless this day for me and for everyone, make it a day in which we grow to have the mind of Christ your son, Lord Jesus Christ, friend and brother may we know You more clearly and love You more day by day. Amen. CD

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No games in sight for Lakers and Cougars as 2020/21 season gets cancelled The best laid plans of the Scotts Lakers and the Killarney Cougars were thrown into disarray this past week when Basketball Ireland announced that the 2020/21 Men’s National League season was to be cancelled with immediate effect. The campaign had been on ice since mid-October when the league’s governing body indefinitely suspended the big tip-off due to COVID concerns but on Saturday CEO Bernard O’Byrne said they had “no alternative” but to call the whole thing off. “Basketball Ireland has been lobbying government, but still have been ignored,” O’Byrne said. “It shall not stop fighting for recognition and answers from government. The MNCC (Men’s National Competitions Committee) feel that certainty is needed and we cannot keep our clubs, players, officials and volunteers waiting. “We would have loved to start our season on January 9, but we’ve been left with no choice. Basketball Ireland has been doing its utmost to help our clubs during these difficult times and it shall continue to do so.” Notably, the National Cup competitions have not been cancelled just yet. “We will continue to make the case to the political decision-makers for the playing of elite basketball in 2021,” an official statement read. “We hope that a competition may be possible in February/March, which will give our players and supporters something to look forward to.

TUASON

Speaking to the Killarney Advertiser this week, Killarney Cougars player/

coach Justin Tuason said the decision to kill the season was “super unexpected”. “It’s tough because we were prepared and we took all the measures we were asked to take,” the San Francisco native said. “Not a single case was transmitted throughout preseason. We have our whole team here and we were ready to go. “They’re saying that the virus is easily transmitted in an enclosed environment. But how many cases were there throughout six weeks of preseason when we were playing matches and travelling? “I’m sure that precautions are being taken in GAA and soccer and every sport, including basketball, so I don’t understand why we’re on the short leash. We seem to be like the little brother of the whole sporting family of Ireland. We don’t get the same trust as the other sports, who are maybe deemed more essential than us in terms of viewers and membership. “Cancelling the season seems premature. Maybe it’s pre-emptive. But I do understand that the situation is serious. The selfish side of me wants to be like, ‘nah, screw it, let’s go play’, but the adult in me knows that there are bigger fish to fry. “There is some hope that we can resume training and playing locally before too long but as of now, I’m expecting nothing for a few months.”

DISAPPOINTING

For his part, Scotts Lakers (St Paul’s) head coach Jarlath Lee described the news as “very disappointing”. “It has been a horrible few days since we found out about it,” Lee said. “The players, coaches and the committee

Justin Tuason, Killarney Cougars

We seem to be like the little brother of the whole sporting family of Ireland. We don’t get the same trust as the other sports, who are maybe deemed more essential than us.

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4.12.2020 are dejected. The committee put a lot of work in this year to make the club financially stable. “It’s just very inconsistent. It’s a 5v5 game, it’s not 15v15, yet the 15v15 can play. We had three preseason friendlies. Two against Killorglin and one against Tralee. All the precautions were taken. It went as smoothly as anything. Not one person got [COVID]. “Then you hear that the ladies’ season hasn’t been cancelled yet. There are two separate chairpeople (for the women’s and the men’s) and apparently they don’t agree. There’s just no consistency there.” Lee agrees with Tuason’s assessment in that he also feels as though the Basketball Ireland’s decision was perhaps premature. “It was definitely a bit early because we’re only opening up at the moment and [Bernard O’Byrne] has decided to shut it down. He’s saying that he isn’t getting recognition from the government, but that’s his job. He needs to fix that. Then he says that we could do something in February and March; he hasn’t cancelled the National Cups so they’re supposed to be going ahead at some stage. It’s just a bit of a mess. It’s not professional. “The football season will be starting around that time. The commitment I had from my players, and it’s why I had such a big squad, was that they were to give 100% to their football but once

the football was over, they were to give 100% to me. That’s what was happening. A few of the younger guys are going to be sitting their Leaving Cert as well. If they do hold some competition in February or March, I honestly don’t know how many players I’ll have available for that. “Ben Miller has gone back to Canada and Matias Boho has signed for a team in Spain. Ben loved Killarney and he would love to come back, but he has to look after himself as well. “We certainly won’t be bringing in any imports at that stage (February or March).”

going to make the panel of 12. He’s only 16. Jamie O’Sullivan is 17. He was brilliant in preseason. We have a very young team and they’re going to lose a year of their basketball careers.” Tuason echoed those sentiments. “It’s really bad for our young guys. This could be a whole year that they miss out on. It was supposed to be their first National League experience and it

would have been an invaluable one for them. That’s a real shame in my eyes. “I think we would still get good numbers at training even if there weren’t any matches. But they’re restricting us from training even, which is the unfortunate part. “But we have 20 guys ready to go, whether that’s next season or a bit sooner than that.”

OUTDOOR TRAINING

Other sports like soccer look set to return to collective training this week as the government’s COVID restrictions are eased but, for the time being at least, basketballers are not really being afforded the same luxury. Clubs are restricted to outdoor training in pods of 15, which is fine for outdoor sports but naturally less fine for basketball, which requires, at the very least, dry conditions. This makes things quite quite difficult given the weather at this time of year, and Lee says his team’s focus is now on regrouping in the New Year. “At this stage I’d say we’ll enjoy Christmas and knuckle down in January. “Player development halts, that’s the big thing. A lot of the kids have been getting better. Senan O’Leary was

YOUNGSTER: Scotts Lakers star Jamie O'Sullivan takes a shot during a recent friendly against Killorglin. Lakers coach Jarlath Lee says cancelling the season will bring young players' development to a halt. Pic: Matt O'Neill.

COUGAR: Justin Tuason says he doesn't understand why basketball is being kept on such a "short leash". Pic: Killarney Cougars.

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Waterford were nine points down at one stage late in the first half and seven down at half-time; their manager Liam Cahill must have given an amazing pep talk during the interval. DUEL: Eoin Cody of Kilkenny is guarded by Waterford's Ian Kenny during Saturday's All-Ireland semi-final. Pic: Daire Brennan/Sportsfile.

Munster rivals tee up mouth-watering finale Eamonn Fitzgerald runs the rule over last weekend’s hurling semi-finals as Limerick and Waterford advance to the All-Ireland final As with other interests throughout 2020, this has been a topsy-turvy season for the GAA. The games were on, the virus struck and all action was suspended for Lockdown 1. Would there be any games played? They got going with the club scene first and then the intercounty. The All-Ireland series went back to the old way of knock-out. Winner alright on the day. No back door, no second chance and the results were amazing. Shocks were the order of the day. Out

went Kerry football to arch-rivals Cork, even if everyone knew Cork were a poor outfit. That came home to roost in the Munster final when a rejuvenated Tipperary ended decades of defeat to claim their Munster crown. Up north, odds on favourites Donegal succumbed to a resurgent Cavan, who came from 10 points down at different stages in their unexpected victory in the Ulster final. At long last they could cease the singing of ‘The Gallant John Joe (O Reilly)’. Grown up adults cried unashamedly when the cup was

raised. It may well have been their All-Ireland. More about that later in this month. On to the hurling and my choice to lift the MacCarthy Cup before a solitary ball was struck was Limerick. It still is, even if I was not too impressed with them on Sunday last as they just did enough to get over the line by 27 points to 24. Yes, no goals, unusual at this stage. No joy for Cork. The hoped for resurgence in Cork hurling never materialised. The Rebels had made a special ef-

fort this year to redress the imbalance at the top table of hurling. It has been too long to have them out of the limelight. They were kings of hurling on so many occasions in the past. Christy Ring, arguably the most influential hurler of all time was born in 1920. It would be a fitting year to lift the coveted cup. Mo bhrón, they had no one like Ringy, who combined brawn with skill and mighty courage. John McCullagh and other native Corkonians domiciled in Killarney will have to wait another year.

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4.12.2020 Out too went more big-hitters like Kilkenny, Galway, Tipp and Clare. All stumbled and now we have the unheralded Waterford v Limerick All-Ireland final on December 13, to be played in front of a near empty Croke Park. The winners probably won’t be allowed take home the MacCarthy Cup in the traditional way. We will wait and see how that will pan out.

MAGNIFICENT WATERFORD

Waterford created one of the big upsets this year on Saturday night. Nine points down at one stage late in the first half and seven down at half-time, their manager Liam Cahill must have given an amazing pep talk during the interval. He must have highlighted some of the greats of the past, who hurled for the Déise for so many years yet didn’t win an All-Ireland. I think of men like Brick Walsh, Dan Shanahan, Tony Browne, Eoin Kelly and John Mullane, of course. The latter lived on the edge, was often sent off but he loved Waterford and they loved him. You will surely see him on TV in the run up to the final and his raw emotive comment, “I love my county, I love Waterford”. Cahill surely bottled that, instilling in his players that too often

in the past Waterford hurled well, but rarely won. No surrender in 2020, not even to giants Kilkenny. They were magnificent in that second half carving out a well-deserved 2-27 to 2-23 win against Kilkenny, who were shoe-in certainties for yet another All-Ireland final. Almost singlehandedly the evergreen TJ Reid kept Kilkenny well ahead in the first half with spectacular scores from frees and from play. This was typified by his brilliant goal. It seemed that Conor Prunty, the Waterford fullback and captain had picked a high ball safely, but he mistimed it marginally and wily TJ only needed a half chance. Instinctively, he took off at breakneck speed and buried the sliotar into the back of the net. Now 33 years old, he sprinted like a ‘garsún’ for that brilliant goal. It looked as if Brian Cody had got it right once more and was leading Kilkenny to their 17th All-Ireland final under his watch. Not so. Waterford refused to bend the knee and ordinary men grew into heroes in that second half. These included Tadhg de Búrca, back after a cruciate injury, Jamie Barron, Jack Prendergast and crucially Stephen

Bennett who ended with a bagful of scores, 1-10 and 1-4 of that was from play. Whereas Waterford missed some good scoring chances in the first half, Bennett, in particular, delivered a match-winning tally in the second. They scored 2-17 and only one point of that was from a free. This was a thrilling game to watch with great skill to behold, especially the split-second timing to pluck the sliotar in those aerial duels, those pinpoint passes, how they picked the ball so cleanly and balanced in on the hurley, as they raced towards goal. Plenty manly tackles and a few welcome shemozzles. No place for the faint-hearted as up to a dozen players engaged scrum-like to poke out the yellow sliotar, without the burden of being offside.

LIMERICK (ONLY JUST)

In the second semi-final I expected Limerick to win by five or six points, but they were relieved to qualify for the final with just a few points to spare. Some of their players did not come up to speed, so they had to rely on Kyle Hayes, Tom Morrissey, Gearóid Hegarty (lucky enough not to get a yellow card for pulling the hurley across Joe

Canning’s back) and rover Barry Nash. Diarmuid Byrnes scored that all important free near the end. For Galway, the stand-out man was Joe Canning. He was their scoring machine, especially those sideline cuts. He drilled four points from different angles, and that is a record. Four converted sideline pucks in the one match. He was forced off later in the game with suspected severe concussion. If he had been on for the whole game, he might well have forced extra- time. It was a joy to see him score from all angles an all distances. Hopefully he will recover well from the injury; it is always sad to see a player stretchered off in a game.

FINALS

So, it’s Waterford v Limerick for the 2020 All-Ireland hurling final on December 13 and the great news is of course is that Kerry will be playing in the curtain-raiser. More about that later. Hopes were high enough earlier in the year of Kerry being in the football final, the team best equipped to stop Dublin’s six-in-a-row, but on a very wet day in Páirc Uí Chaoimh a Collingwood rookie ended that dream with a late goal.

HAND-OFF: Cian Lynch of Limerick in action against Pádraic Mannion of Galway during the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship semi-final match between Limerick and Galway at Croke Park. Pic: Eóin Noonan/ Sportsfile.

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De Bruyne tipped to do the damage

City have a string of favourable home matches against low-ranked teams Kevin De Bruyne could be the goto selection for FPL captaincy over the next few weeks as the Man City playmaker looks to continue his fine run of form against the league’s also-rans.

The Belgian international laid on two assists in City’s last outing against Burnley and in the process reached double figures for the second time this season. Upcoming home games against Fulham, West Brom and Newcastle, as well

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as an away fixture against Southampton, could afford De Bruyne plenty of opportunities to rack up points for any managers who give him the armband. At £11.7m he certainly isn’t cheap but the creative midfielder has what it takes to be a difference-maker over the next month or so.

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The FPL Scout reckons that Chelsea defender Reece James (£5.1m) is another option worth exploring. “The right-back offers a cut-price route into Chelsea’s improved defence for their home encounter with Leeds United. The Blues have kept five clean sheets this season, more than any other side. Four of those shutouts have come in the last five Gameweeks, with Chelsea conceding just a single goal against Sheffield United in that run. “The underlying statistics highlight Chelsea's improved strength at the back. They have allowed their opponents only nine shots on target from Gameweek 6 onwards, the joint-best record along with Manchester City. Frank Lampard’s side have conceded only 18 shots during that period, second only to Man City’s 14. “James’ prospects at the other end of the pitch are just as encouraging for FPL managers. He has supplied a team-leading 62 crosses, almost double the 32 of left-back Ben Chilwell (£6.2m).”

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In the Killarney Advertiser/Brian James League, the gap at the top has been cut to just nine points as second place Seán House has made up some ground on the leader, Brian Murphy. Murphy endured a disappointing enough week; his tally of 45 was the lowest of all managers in the top 10. In fact, 11 points now separate the

top four as Frank Herlihy and Alan Murphy lie just behind House heading into Gameweek 11. Gavin Moriarty, Sam Samuel, Dan O’Brien, Richard Goggin, Billy Courtney and Daniel O’Sullivan complete the top 10. Meanwhile, 21 points from Man City winger Riyad Mahrez helped Owen Hayes to the top spot in our November Manager of the Month competition. Hayes will receive a €50 voucher for Brian James for his troubles.

arrive on time due to COVID-19 related production issues. Instead of the launch, he is inviting fans to visit his Facebook page 'Kevin Coyne Racing #64' where they can guess the type of motorcycle he will race next year by correctly identifying parts of the bike’s racing exhaust system. All correct entries will be entered into a draw for a full VIP spectator package to a British Superbike Championship meeting next season. The new, fully built, motorcycle will be unveiled before Christmas. “Unfortunately, it does not look much of a bike right now as some parts just did not arrive,” he said. “We have come up with this idea instead. It is a pretty cool prize.” Sponsorship packages for the 2021 season are now available by contacting his father, Mark, on 087 2726287.

QUIZ: Do you know your racing bikes? If you can identify Kevin Coyne’s 2021 bike from this picture you could be in with a chance of winning VIP tickets to a British Superbike Championship round.

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LEADER: Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne provided two assists for his teammates in last weekend's victory over Burnley.

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F assbender's Le Mans bonus episode

Michael Fassbender will release a bonus episode of his Road to Le Mans online documentary tonight (Friday). The Fossa-reared Hollywood A-lister is planning to contest the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France next year and charted his progress in the preparatory European Le Mans Series this year with a weekly online series. The sixth episode was broadcasted last week. In a previous interview, Fassbender hinted that he was planning on bringing a motor racing movie to Hollywood and asked fans to keep an eye on the sixpart Road to Le Mans series. So far he has not confirmed any movie deal but tonight’s bonus episode is a surprise and could be used to reveal that

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Kevin Coyne has come up with an unusual method to launch his 2021 season. The Farranfore-based motorcycle racer has confirmed that he will step up to the National Superstock 600 class in the British Superbike Championship after spending this year contesting the British Junior Supersport Championship on his Kawasaki. A new bike arrived at his Killarney workshop this week and the build is nearing completion. The 18-year-old intended to unveil the new motorcycle on Saturday last but that idea got pushed back after body panels and other key parts did not

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OPINION WEEKLY SPORT

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

Dreaded ‘Year 3’ is the one to worry about

Peter Keane is facing a revolt – that’s the latest from my ever-reliable, ever-anonymous source on WhatsApp. He didn’t let me down when he told me that the army were about to roll through the streets of Killarney in armoured tanks to enforce the lockdown, so why should I doubt him now? Current and former players have emphatically stated that the widely-circulated rumours of an uprising are false, but I do think that Peter Keane is facing some tough questions at the moment, both from below and from above. The nature of the Cork defeat means that everything must be on the table for discussion, and the players and the county board wouldn’t be doing their jobs if they weren’t searching for answers. But realistically Keane’s job was never truly in danger this year. For all the talk of how ruthless and how demanding we are down here, you’d swear we get through managers like Real Madrid, and that Florentino Pérez, not Tim Murphy, was the chairman of the Kerry County Board. The fact of the matter is that Kerry don’t really sack managers, and the history books back that up.

WALKING AWAY

If we work backwards starting with Keane’s predecessor, Eamonn Fitzmaurice, he resigned in 2018 with two years remaining on his contract. Before that, Jack O’Connor stepped down in 2012 despite having a year to go, Pat O’Shea walked away in 2009 of his own accord, and O’Connor ended his first reign voluntarily after leading Kerry to the All-Ireland in 2006. Although Fitzmaurice was facing scrutiny following Kerry’s poor showing in the 2018 Super 8s, there is nothing to indicate that the county board were keen on replacing him. They explicitly wanted O’Connor (both times) and O’Shea to stay on. Things famously got very sour towards the end of Páidí Ó Sé’s tenure, but technically the outspoken bainisteoir was not fired. While it is true that Ó Sé wanted to stay on for the 2004 season, and it is also true that Kerry GAA didn’t want that to happen, his contract was up at the end of ‘03 anyway. After three years without an All-Ireland and the “roughest type of f***ing animals” comment, which was made during the team holiday in South Africa in January of that year, Ó Sé’s ap-

SPECULATION: Rumours surrounding Peter Keane's position as Kerry manager have been circulating on WhatsApp. Pic: Daire Brennan/Sportsfile.

proval rating was low. Kerry GAA decided against offering him a new deal, which is different to sacking him. A technicality, perhaps, but a point worth noting nonetheless.

UNLUCKY NO. 3

Incidentally, as Páidí found out, ‘three’ is a bit of cursed number for Kerry managers in in general. If an All-Ireland isn’t secured by the end of year three, things turn bad. And fast. Not even the great Micko was immune to it. After three below-par years without winning football’s biggest prize (198789), he resigned. Mickey Ned O’Sullivan took over from O’Dwyer for the 1990 campaign and after a disappointing three-year period, which culminated in the shock defeat to Clare in 1992, he called it a day. Another O’Dwyer protégé, Ogie Moran, got the job in 1993 and he also lasted three years before stepping aside, allowing his former teammate Páidí Ó Sé to take over for 1996. Páidí secured his first All-Ireland as manager in 1997 (his second year) and his second in 2000 (three years later). As soon as he went three straight years without securing the Holy Grail (2001-2003), he was gone. Each of the next three managers brought Sam home at the first attempt (O’Connor in 2004 and 2009, and O’Shea in 2007), but when O’Connor went three years without an All-Ireland (2010-2012), he resigned. His successor, Eamonn Fitzmaurice, won his first All-Ireland in 2014 (his second year) and then did what no other Kerry manager had done in half a century. After going three years without an All-Ireland (2015-2017), he stayed on for another crack of the whip in 2018. That was supposed to be the final year of his contract but he secured a two-year extension before his final year had even begun. This new deal would have kept Fitzmaurice in charge right up to the end of the current season, but the Finuge man decided to pass the reins at the end of 2018. So, what does this all mean for Peter Keane? Well, as disappointingly as 2020 turned out, his head was never really on the chopping block. But history suggests that in this part of the world, patience wears thin after Year 3. If another 12 months pass by without Sam Maguire making his long-awaited return, that salacious WhatsApp gossip could enter the realm of reality.

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Killarney Celtic LOTTO: The next jackpot is €16,000. Tickets are available from club members, the Dungeon shop, at the stand in Hegarty's Park Rd and also online at clubforce.com. TRAINING: Training for our underage teams continues through the week. Please see our Facebook page for the daily schedule. GEAR: Killarney Celtic Gear is available online through www.bmcsports.ie and the link can be accessed from the Killarney Celtic Facebook page. Killarney Legion GAA AGM: The club AGM will take place on December 11 at 8pm. Further details will follow closer the date. MERCHANDISE: Christmas Orders. Plenty of stock available - 1/2 zips, jackets, hoodies, bags, hats and kits for juveniles. Place your orders direct with Maura on 087 7634372. LOTTO: Support your club. Jackpot €6,300 plus €10,000 bonus! Play online or tickets are available from Ulster Bank, Healy’s Newsagents, The Reeks, Sheehans & Hegartys, Muckross Rd. Drop tickets off Sunday before 5pm to The Reeks, Sheehans or Hegarty’s Muckross Road. Thank you for your support. SYMPATHIES: The club extends its deepest sympathies to the O’Brien Family on the recent death of Noel O’Brien, to his wife Ann, sons Ciaran and Gareth, brothers and sisters Robbie, Kearney, Seano, Sr. Margaret and Mary Ann, nieces Lara (our club secretary), Noelle and families. A staunch Legion corner back in his day. RIP. The club also extends its deepest sympathies to Tim Brosnan and his family on the death of his father Christy recently. Tim is a great supporter of the Legion club. RIP.

Spa GAA NEW CHAIR OF MUCKROSS BOARD OF TRUSTEES: Congratulations to Donal Hickey who has been named as the Chair of Muckross House Board of Trustees. LOTTO: Jackpot next Monday is €6,000. Tickets on spagaa.com or at Dalys, Killarney Hardware, Centra Muckross Rd, Spa clubhouse or from usual sellers. Thank you for your continued support. SPA MERCHANDISE SHOP has a full range of gear for adults and juveniles. Contact Mathilda 087 6487356. CONGRATULATIONS to Coiste na nÓg Chairman Seamus Moynihan on his historic role as Principal at Muire Gan Smál Primary School in Castleisland, the first male in the school’s history to take on the role. CHRISTMAS POST BOX: Santa post box in Spa continues to fill up and everyone in the community is invited to post their Santa letters here. The post box will remain open for another two weeks, and when posting your letter why not take

4.12.2020 a photo and send to your coach or to 085 7780883/085 1216359 or PM on Facebook for our 2020 Christmas photo album. SPA GAA ON YOUTUBE: We are continuing to upload Spa videos online for people to watch in their own time. Please visit our YouTube channel, under the name Spa GAA Club Killarney.

Dr Crokes GAA PRESENTATION MONASTERY: We urge all members and supporters to support the present fundraising drive by the Presentation Monastery. Many of our members and supporters received their early education in this establishment and there has been a long and historical link between the Dr Crokes club and the Mon. LOTTO: Jackpot for draw on December 7twill be €6,500. We are calling on all members to support our weekly lotto as this represents one of the main sources of revenue for the club. We have made a number of alterations to make things easier for members to play the easiest one being to play it online via Clubforce.

Fossa GAA 50 YEARS: To mark the 50th year of our club and to kick off the Christmas cheer, (send in your 10 second festive message to our Facebook page) we will be turning on the lights on our new Christmas tree. You never know who might appear on our live streaming this Sunday at 7pm. We hope as many people in the parish can tune in to mark the occasion. LOTTO: Club lotto returns this Sunday tickets from usual sources. Jackpot is €9,600. Please support. O’DONOGHUE CUP: Following a County CCC meeting, the East Kerry O’Donoghue Cup will resume in early January we play Spa. Date and time TBC. AGM: Our AGM will be held on Sunday, December 13. Live streaming full details next weekend.

Firies GAA LOTTO: The draw on Monday 7 will be for a jackpot of €4,100. Thanks to everyone who purchased a ticket last week and don’t forget to get one for next week! Get your lotto tickets online via the Firies page on Clubforce or tickets are also available to purchase physically in some of the local shops incl. Aherns Pharmacy, Farranfore, Sherwood Bar and Restaurant Farranfore, Sheehans Shop Farranfore, Moriarty’s Centra Farranfore, Bridies Shop Firies, Hendersons Shop and Bar Firies and from all the usual sellers. We thank these businesses for their continued support. Thank you all for your continued support. AGM: Given the current restrictions in place the club executive has taken the decision to reschedule our AGM until early January 2021. Options to host the AGM online are available to us, however, we feel that this option, at the moment, might not be inclusive to all our members being able to take part in our

AGM. Thank you for your continued support throughout 2020 and we are already looking forward to the coming year. Wishing you and your family a safe and healthy Christmas.

Beaufort GAA FIXTURES: Beaufort senior men will play Na Gaeil in the 2020 Intermediate Championship semi-final in January 2021 on a date and venue to be decided. SPORTS PREDICTION QUIZ: With only a few events to go, the leaderboard as of November 22 is as follows: 79 John Joe Dineen, 72 Frankie Hallissey, 70 Nora Hallissey, 67 Shane Murphy, 67 Sheahan's Bar. LOST PROPERTY: There are a few items of lost property, mainly tops, including a couple of Beaufort half zip tops, size 11-12 in the clubhouse after the season. If you own any of them, you can contact the club at 087 9975737.

Killarney Valley AC TRAINING continues on the track under strict AAI guidelines for COVID in non-contact sport every Monday and Friday night 7-8pm for all existing members from ages 12-18yrs and every Thursday night 6-7pm for age 7-12yrs. Please register your attendance through the AAI link and fill out the COVID form before 4pm on day of training. Please keep an eye on your emails and also check our Facebook/Instagram page for any updated information on training. GOFUNDME: We have relaunched our gofundme page as we still have a funding gap of over €100,000 from the construction of the track so all help is needed so we can focus our energies in sport and activities and not be distracted by the worries of finance. The link is gofundme.com/f/killarney-valley-ac-arena. Thank you for all the support so far.

Gneeveguilla Athletic Club LOTTO: Next week’s jackpot is €14,400 plus €1,000 bonus. Niamh Moriarty was the winner of our first Christmas 2020 hamper.

Killarney Rugby MUNSTER RUGBY: A warm thanks to Euan Gee, Fiach O’Loughlin and Ray Gadsen of Munster Rugby for fantastic training sessions last week with the U16 and U18 boys squads at Aghadoe. Great to see the use of games throughout to work on skills - the boys really enjoyed it and have some work-ons. Thanks also Munster Rugby Club and Community Rugby Officer Dan O’Sullivan who ran a fantastic training session with our U18 girls on Wednesday night and again Sunday morning along with KRFC coaches Paidi and Brian at Aghadoe. CLUB CALENDAR: Our fantastic new club calendar has been sent to the printers and we expect to have them for sale next week. Thanks to all of the sponsors who came on board, to Tony Dunne of Kingdom Media for his outstanding design work and to Tony, Mary

McCarthy and Ian Cronin for some fantastic photos! A stunning calendar with team photos of all teams included, this calendar promises to be a very popular item so be sure to place your order once available. These would make a lovely present for parents and grandparents for Christmas! For more details keep an eye on our social media channels. YOUR CLUB, YOUR COUNTRY TICKETS: Your club your country tickets are still available to purchase online, with every cent raised going to the club. The cutoff date is tomorrow. Tickets cost only €10 with some fantastic central prizes on offer by the IRFU. Check out Clubzap for more.

Muckross Rowing Club LEVEL 3: Some welcome news this weekend as the public health restrictions have been eased from Level 5 to Level 3 until at least Wednesday, January 6. The main change for club activities is a return of adult training and indoor training is again permitted but on an individual basis only. This does mean the Muckross Community Centre will remain off limits for all group training. All outdoor group training continues to be limited to groups of 15 only. Face masks must also continue to be worn in and around the boathouse and community centre when not in a boat and before/after all training. EVENTS UPDATE: As expected, no competitive rowing events are permitted to take place for the duration of the Level 3 public health restrictions. In a normal year, our own Muckross Head of the River time trial event would have been due to take place this Saturday. With the promising news surrounding COVID-19 vaccines, the prospect of a regatta season next year is increasing greatly. Subject to a successful rollout of vaccines, it looks almost certain that we will be making preparations for a Muckross HOR event once more for December 2021.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt REOPEN FOR PLAY: As of last Tuesday we are re-open to play for members only following the placing of the country into Level 3 Public Health guidelines. Members are reminded they must leave confirmation of entry and exit from the course on club phone (087 7823138) for contract tracing purposes. CHRISTMAS TURKEYS: We resume the Turkey draws this Sunday with an entry of €5 per draw. Please have names entered for 9am and 10.45am respectively for the two draws. Handicap adjustments from the first weekend played back in October apply. REST OF 2020: We intend to have another weekend of Turkey draws on Sunday December 13 followed by a Hamper competition on Sunday December 20. The Danny Nolan Memorial is scheduled for St Stephens Day once more this year while we hope to make an announcement about U16 competitions in due course.

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