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"Don't leave us behind"

Musicians gather to voice their frustration | By Michelle Crean The lastest easing of restrictions has frustrated an industry who are now calling on Fáilte Ireland and the Government not to leave them behind. Up to 150 from the music industry - who have been out of work for over 430 days - gathered at The Demense on Wednesday evening to voice their frustration over a "blanket ban" for live music. Under the most recent Fáilte Ireland guidelines, pubs, restaurants, hotels and weddings won't be allowed to have live music. Those that gathered included musicians, singers, lighting technicians, pub and hotel owners who say they are left devastated that there's no clear steps forward for them as the country begins to slowly reopen. And with a change in PUP payments coming down the line, they are now calling on the Government and Fáilte Ireland to show them support by giving them a clear plan forward. Professional full-time musician Ina White, who sings with her husband Sam and also five-piece band 'The Small Hours', organised the socially distanced gathering. "Fáilte Ireland have a blanket ban that there's to be no live music and the gathering was to highlight the lack of support the industry feels," she told the Killarney Advertiser. "The industry is frustrated with the open-

Inter-agency communication for safe summer welcomed The Cathaoirleach of the Killarney Municipal District, Cllr Brendan Cronin, has welcomed the first in a series of meetings to ensure there is strong inter-agency communication in Killarney over the summer as the economy and society continues to reopen.

FRUSTRATION: Professional musicians Sam and Ina White, pictured with their sons Charlie and Jack, at The Demense, where locals gathered to display their frustration at the lack of Government support for the live music and arts industry. Photo: Sally MacMonagle.

ing up plan by the Government. All they want to do is to go back to work. Structures will have to be out in place to help the industry get back on its feet." The mother-of-three from Glenflesk, who was gigging six night's a week locally before COVID hit, explained that those in the industry, including herself, are not calling for music to be allowed in venues right away, but for a clear plan to be formed. "Understandably the science behind no indoor live music for now until there is more of a vaccine rollout as safety is a priority, but with no proper clarity and with announcements changing every day musicians are crying out to be heard and listened to. There's no support at all." She explained that Killarney is a very

popular tourist town with hundreds of musicians. "Music is one of those things that draws tourists to Ireland. It's all well and good doing large tester events and that's fantastic to see progress but this doesn't help the self employed one and two piece groups and small bands that play in local pubs and venues countrywide. The gathering was to highlight the lack of support the industry feels. With the PUP being phased out towards the end of the year and not a gig in sight we are looking at yet another season passing us by. Music has always been part of our culture and moving forward out of this pandemic we want to be able to sing and play again and not be left behind."

Cllr Cronin and council management met on Wednesday with representatives of An Garda Síochána, the Kerry branch of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF), Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, and the Killarney Vintners to discuss the return to tourism and commercial activity over the coming months. "This meeting and other similar meetings which will take place are designed to ensure that we are all communicating regularly to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable summer," said the Cathaoirleach. Kerry County Council has put in place a detailed operational plan to manage various issues over the summer like outdoor dining, litter management, and extended opening hours for public conveniences. An Garda Síochána also updated the meeting on policing plans for the summer months in Killarney.

Global screening planned for new Viking movie | By Michelle Crean The devil's in the detail for Killarney man Ciaran McCarthy who is currently working on a production set to hit worldwide screens later this year. Ciaran is currently working as Assistant Director on a new EWTN film docudrama called ‘Speak of the Devil’ which will be broadcast on Sky, Virgin Media, Amazon Prime, EWTN Global and other platforms. It is being made in Limerick and directed by the award winning filmmaker Campbell Miller from EWTN, the global Catho-

lic TV network. A Viking reenactment of the biblical Prodigal Son, the story focuses on the age old battle between good and evil. With 40 actors, crew and support staff, it is being filmed in both Ireland and the United States. “It’s been a real buzz working on this new production," Ciaran said. "The Viking theme is very popular at the minute, and using it to create this film docudrama added huge energy and great cinema quality to the story. Some of the re-enactment Viking scenes have been nothing short of amazing. We are really looking forward to it premiering on later this year.”

ON SET: Killarney’s Ciaran McCarthy (second from right) pictured with some of the crew on the film set of ‘Speak of the Devil’ which is currently in production.

It's EWTN Ireland’s third international film docudrama in three years. The two previous productions 'Bravery Under Fire' and 'Hope', also featured historic recreations, and aired worldwide. EWTN also presented copies of both films to Pope Francis on two different occasions when they were screened in the Vatican. 'Hope' also won the prestigious international 'Global Gabriel Award' in 2020. Film Director Campbell Miller added that

the production is coming along nicely "Our film prop making team, costume and make-up artists are doing a fantastic job. Many of the Viking props had to be made from scratch, as access to costumes and dresses from the Viking period was quite limited. But the Viking historians and experts involved in the production have been simply outstanding. And their help has really brought this film to life."

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It’s showtime as Omniplex announces July opening Killarney’s newest cinema - which will have some of the world’s best cutting edge technology and comfort - is set to open this July.

DRAW: Rory D'Arcy and Liam Warren of Barraduff Community Field Organisation pictured at the INEC Arena, the venue for Sunday night's 'Win A Dream Kerry Home' prize draw.

Last chance to win your dream house The final countdown is on ….. as this weekend someone is going to win a dream three-bedroomed detached home located just outside Killarney - and live mortgage free! | By Michelle Crean Worth €270,000, No. 4 Fuschia Lane, located in the heart of Barraduff village, consists of an A-rated two-storey three-bedroom detached house with a south-facing private garden at the back. The draw will take place at the INEC, Killarney on Sunday night at 8pm and will be livestreamed on the 'Win A Dream Kerry Home' Facebook page. Organised by voluntary community group Barraduff Community Field Organisation, the fundraiser was set up to help develop the facilities in the community further with plans in place for a new multi-purpose community hall which will include a full-size basketball court, gym, theatre stage and fold-away seating adjacent to their all-weather playing field in Barraduff village. A work hub to facilitate online connectivity to the workplace will also offer new opportunities to both live and work locally. “Living mortgage free will be life-changing for one lucky entrant," committee member Liam Warren said. "Our vision is that a lucky family will be able to transform their lives forever, either by coming to live and work in Barraduff or coming here to holiday and enjoy all that Kerry has to offer." Certainly, the vision of this voluntary group combined with a once-in-a-generation opportunity through this spectac-

Omniplex Cinemas announced this week a phased reopening plan for cinemas across the country – and the opening date for their Park Road screens - which is something cinema lovers have been long waiting to hear after the initial opening date last year was postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Omniplex Killarney will have a MAXX D’LUXX screen, all-laser projection facility with sofa beds, and large fully electric recliner seats – which include a two metre gap for social distancing purposes. “The reopening of cinemas in Ireland, after nearly six months closed, is a seminal moment for cinema lovers,” Mark Anderson, Director of Omniplex Cinemas, said. “We’re delighted to start reopening our doors next week with a selection of brand-new movies. In order to enjoy a safe cinema going experience we will continue with measures introduced last year like online ticketing, reduced auditorium capacity and self-scanning of tickets. “We intended to open our Omniplex Killarney last year, so we’re excited to finally get to present our latest cinema this July,” he said. “With a MAXX D’LUXX screen, Killarney is about to be amazed by OMNIPLEXMAXX’s Big Screen and Big Sound

treatment as well as the comfort of our D’LUXX electric recliner seats. This all-laser projection facility with sofa beds is at the cutting edge of worldwide cinema technology. Coincidentally our D’LUXX cinemas are also naturally well suited to a socially distant world with a focus on automation and large fully electric recliner seats with a two metre gap between rows.”

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Omniplex will continue with safety measures introduced last year including. In-Cinema Seat Separation – two metre bubble around each cinema booking. Families and friends may sit beside each other up to a maximum of five guests. Online Ticketing and Shop – tickets may be purchased online and pre-ordering of cinema treats online, for collection, is encouraged. Limited capacity – maximum of 50 per screen, with social distancing also in place in foyers and toilets. Enhanced cleaning regimes – including screen protection at all customer touchpoints. Sanitisation stations in foyers Reduced showtimes – only one movie will start and end at a time to facilitate social distancing and extra cleaning. Ireland is the highest cinema attending nation in Europe and at a time when escapism is needed, Omniplex hopes that cinemas can fill that need. For general bookings and information see www.omniplex.ie.

More frustration as water breaks continue Continuing breaks in the water supply are leaving people at their wits end, according to Fianna Fáil Councillor, Michael Cahill.

ular raffle, offers the prospect of exciting times ahead for the village of Barraduff. As well as the new home, the second prize is a Mitsubishi Spacestar 1.2L 5-seater car valued at €17,000. A €100 ticket also puts you in the draw for a host of other prizes including Killarney hotel accommodation vouchers, a contemporary suite of furniture valued at €1,000, cash prizes and 1000L home heating oil. “We are grateful to all the local businesses that have sponsored a range of prizes worth thousands of Euro. I think this is the most amazing raffle I have ever seen!” Liam added. Tickets for the draw this weekend are still available online at www.winadreamkerryhome.com for only €100.

He says that he received reports of more outages at the weekend which has been going on since the beginning of the year. "The situation has gotten even worse since the last section was replaced, as the pressure is being passed along the network to the older pipes,” Councillor Cahill said. “There is a great deal of anger and frustration being felt throughout Beaufort, Listry, Faha, etc, that this state of affairs

should exist in modern Ireland, with no imminent end in sight. In this time of lockdown and restrictions, people are trying to do the right thing, but if this situation is not improved very shortly, I can see public protest being used as a last resort. I repeat my call of last April for the CEO and Executive Board of Irish Water to resign in light of their total failure to provide an adequate water service to the people of Beaufort and the surrounding areas. This has gone on for far too long and this Board is either inept or are totally ignoring the plight of the people of Beaufort and Mid-Kerry."

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Heart of Ireland AED in Fossa The AED located in Fossa by the Golden Nugget on the busy Ring of Kerry is one of four iconic Heart of Ireland phone boxes in the Killarney area. Continuing along the N72, the Beaufort area has a number of public access AEDs also. You can find your nearest AED at www. killarneycru.ie. "These devices are often nearer than you may think and are crucial in increasing the chance of cardiac arrest survival," Kevin O'Leary from Killarney Cardiac Respose Unit (KCRU) said. STUDENT DONATION: Brían O'Shea presented Eddie Sheehy with a cheque for €950 on behalf of Class 1.4 from St Brendan's College. From l-r were: Jack Donoghue, Triona Sheehy, Gearoid O'Connor, Brían O'Shea, Kacper Robak, Eddie Sheehy and Nathan O'Connor.

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Setting themselves the challenge of running a marathon and holding a non uniform day helped local students to raise funds for charity. | By Michelle Crean Class 1.4 from St Brendan's College heard first hand the good work of the Kenya Education Project, set up by local man Eddie Sheehy. As part of the student's CSPE action project, Eddie spoke to the students about the work the charity has done in the past in Embulbul, Nairobi and outlined the charity's goals for the future in continuing to support children in Embulbul in obtaining an education. Touched by the work being done, it inspired the boys to do further research. Not only that, but they took on a personal challenge of running a marathon and

engaged the whole school also with the non uniform day. As a class group they surpassed the target of 42km and achieved over 72kms on their run and in total successfully raised €950. "It is great to see the students showing leadership in organising this fundraiser as part of their CSPE action project," CSPE teacher Kevin Cronin said. "Seeing how they engaged with this project is truly encouraging for the future. Thanks also to Eddie Sheehy for giving up his time to talk to the students on the work the Kenya Education Project carries out."

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Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre announce reopening plans The reopening of the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre will commence with the gym and the swimming pool for individual training only on Tuesday, June 8, in accordance with public health advice. All other activities and services will be introduced on a phased basis in line with Government guidelines and advice. Killarney Sports & Leisure Campus Ltd, Kerry County Council and Coral Leisure have been working to prepare for a safe return for staff, customers, members and clubs to the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre. The main priority remains the health and safety of all users of the facility. In line with Government and public health advice, the centre will be managing the

numbers of patrons that can access the facility at any one time. Management has introduced changes within the facility to ensure physical distancing is maintained and asks that all users follow and observe these measures. A pre-booking and appointments system is now in place and all patrons are required to book in advance. Coral Leisure, which manages the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre will provide all customers, members, users and clubs with further information directly over the coming days on how to access the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre and the various services which are available. The Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre will continue to facilitate the HSE vaccination centre, which is in operation from the sports hall at the centre.

Knockreer Playground reopens Pupils from Coolick National School enjoyed the new agility trail in Knockreer Playground which has reopened following minor works and repairs. The playground, which has seen a significant increase in usage as a result of the pandemic, had been closed for a number of days during recent weeks and Kerry County Council appreciated everyone’s patience while the upgrading works and

repairs were being undertaken. Cathaoirleach of Killarney Municipal District, Councillor Brendan Cronin welcomed completion of the works in time for what is expected to be a busy summer in the playground. “The past 12 months has taught us all the importance of outdoor infrastructure and this is an important extension of the facilities in Knockreer which is most welcome,” he said.

FUN: Having fun at the new trail in Knockreer Playground are children from Coolick National School.

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New Hearing Impairment class for Knockanes NS | By Michelle Crean

WELCOME NEWS: Mayor of Kerry Patrick Connor Scarteen says he welcomes the announcement that Scellig Michael can reopen later this month.

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A Special Class for Pupils with Hearing Impairment has been sanctioned for Knockanes National School in Headford. The news comes following communication with the Department of Education and NCSE (National Council for Special Education) over recent months. Currently the school has four pupils enrolled in for the class for this coming September. Brothers Jack O'Leary in Fourth Class and Paudie O'Leary in Second Class, as well as Isabelle Carey in Second Class, who are already pupils within the school, will avail of the supports of the special class from September. Recently the school had a meeting with their visiting teacher for the Deaf, Annette O'Neill, and her colleague Orlaith Kelleher (National Council for Special Education), along with Eda Walsh of Beaumont Hospital. "They provided invaluable support and

advice with the set-up of our new class and we look forward to working with them into the future," Principal, Lucy O'Sullivan said. "This is a wonderful development and opportunity for our school, our current staff and pupils and also our prospective pupils and their families. Pupils enrolled in this class will receive more targeted and focused teaching and learning support whilst still integrating with their mainstream classes and peers during the school day," she said. "We have been allocated additional support staff also who will work specifically with the pupils in this class. These staff will receive specific training to further enhance the learning opportunities for the pupils with hearing impairment that will enrol in the class. We look forward to beginning the process of setting up this class over the coming weeks and months and welcoming new staff and pupils to our school in September."

There was a welcome reaction to news this week that Skellig Michael can reopen to the public later this month. | By Michelle Crean On Wednesday, Patrick O’Donovan TD, Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW), announced a target date of June 21 for the reopening of Skellig Michael to public visitors. The OPW’s work crews are currently on site undertaking preparatory health and safety works prior to reopening, and as things stand, it is likely that the target date will be achieved. The reopening date is subject to weather conditions remaining favourable for works on the island and intending visitors are advised to consult heritageireland.ie for updates ahead of planning their visit. "I am very pleased to be able to share this much-anticipated good news with holidaymakers eager to visit Skellig Michael this summer and with the rural communities who rely on tourism to the island," the Minister said. "I myself look forward to visiting this unique UNESCO World Heritage Site soon and I hope that weather conditions will allow OPW staff to complete the required preparatory works so the reopening can go ahead on June 21. Thanks to the progress we have made on the path to recovery, we will have the opportunity to discover and enjoy national treasures such as these over the coming months.”

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Mayor of Kerry Patrick Connor Scarteen says he welcomes the announcement as he called for the reopening "on numerous occasions". The announcement by Minister with re-

sponsibility for the Office of Public Works Mr Patrick O’ Donovan TD that boat tours to the Skelligs can recommence on June 21 pending works being done which is contingent on decent weather is a huge boost to tourism in Kerry," he said. "I’m sure the announcement is very much welcomed by those who earn their livelihoods from such trips and associated businesses. I look forward to visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site again soon. Fingers crossed for good weather!" The news was also welcomed by Councillor Michael Cahill who said that it is great news for Cahersiveen, the Iveragh Peninsula, South Kerry and the entire county. However, he added with caution that "this “target” date must be struck accurately as the recovery of business in the whole area is dependent upon it". “The Skellig boatmen have been drawing people to South Kerry for decades and the knock-on spend by visitors can be felt in shops, restaurants, pubs, accommodation, B&B's, hotels, etc., throughout the county,” he said. “This is a unique product which has been enhanced by its association with Star Wars and it is critical that it reopens as soon as possible in order to save the local jobs and livelihoods that itself has created down through the years. I can’t emphasise enough the importance of Skellig Michael to the Kerry tourism package and it is integral to future employment in the region along with The Ring of Kerry, The Kerry Way and hopefully soon, The South Kerry Greenway. We must show that we are ‘Open For Business’ and get back to what we do best.”

SPECIAL CLASS: A new Special Class for Pupils with Hearing Impairment has been sanctioned for Knockanes National School in Headford. Pictured are: Joan O'Leary (grandmother), Diane O'Leary (mother), Jack and Paudie O'Leary (pupils of Knockanes NS), Marie Cronin (Deputy Principal), Isabelle and Darragh Carey (pupils of Knockanes NS), Lucy O'Sullivan (Principal).

Killarney routes to get new easy accessible buses | By Michelle Crean Bus Éireann has taken delivery of 11 new easily accessible coaches for the county including a number which will service the Killarney area. Routes include the 270 Killarney/Kenmare, 271 Tralee/Castleisland/Kerry Airport/Killarney, 279A Killarney/Killorglin and the 284 Tralee/Farranfore/Killarney. The blue and yellow buses are in the Transport for Ireland livery and include features such as; priority seats, dedicated wheelchair space, designated child buggy space, USB sockets as well as complimentary Wi-Fi for passengers. "Bus Éireann is delighted to announce the delivery of these new easily accessible coaches to Kerry," Assistant Services Manager, Kerry for Bus Éireann, Frances

McCarthy, said. “Bus Éireann is an integral part of Kerry and its community, making more than 411 daily trips across the county, carrying more than 900,000 passengers a year in Kerry prior to the pandemic. We expect this to increase significantly in the coming years and look forward to keeping the people of Kerry connected to the who and what matters to them into the future.” All of the new vehicles have the latest Euro VI emissions certificate which reduces carbon emissions by up to 90 percent compared to those in 2000, continuing Bus Éireann’s investment in sustainable solutions in towns and cities across Ireland. There are a total of 78 vehicles of this type now in operation across the country, 57 in the Western Region and 35 in the North West.

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SMILES: Sinead McCarthy (General Manager), Bridget McDonagh, Chad Byrne, Sean Hughes and Kamila Capot O’Connor pictured with big smiles in The Brehon Hotel this week as they reopened.

BACK IN ACTION: The International Hotel staff were happy to be back doing what they do best this week. Pictured are: Elaine O’Mahoney, Tracy Coyne, Darragh Looney, Anne Marie Collins, Jim Digby and Catriona White.

There was a widespread feeling of relief all around on Wednesday as the hotel doors were finally allowed to reopen to welcome back guests.

furbished terrace and our new balcony restaurant," Tracy Coyne said. Staff at the Ross Hotel were equally delighted to be back doing what they do best. "We are absolutely thrilled to be open, especially after the long winter. I hope we don’t go through the same thing again," Ciara Treacy said. General Manager of the Plaza Hotel, Maurice O’Donoghue, added that they too are happy to finally be able to reopen and that they would like to thank everybody that made it possible. "As our 2021 season begins, we are excited to welcome back familiar faces and to greet new ones. We would like to wish our friends and colleagues in the Irish hospitality industry the best of luck."

Hotels swing the doors open to welcome guests back | By Michelle Crean and Grigoriy Geniyevskiy After five months of closure it's sure to be a huge boost for the summer season. The Gleneagle's General Manager John Doyle said he was delighted to be reopened again and to give people a warm welcome. "It is looking good for the weekend and the month of June in general. It’s a very exciting time and the staff are happy to be back." Sinead McCarthy General Manager of The Brehon Hotel said it was good to be back and have their team back fully. "We are excited, ready and waiting to share our new experiences with out re-

turning and new guests." At the Dromhall Hotel Bernadette Randles welcomed one of the first guests Sharon Sincox from Charleville. "It's like Christmas, we are very excited to be open. We couldn’t wait to be back open safely and get back to work. We have also spent €1 million on renovations of our new lobby, new showers and outside work." The sentiments were echoed at the International Hotel. "We are delighted to welcome everyone back and are looking forward to welcoming locals from next week to our re-

CHECK IN: Bernadette Randles welcomes one of the first guests, Sharon Sincox from Charleville, to the The Dromhall Hotel.

GREETINGS: General Manager of the Plaza Hotel, Maurice O’Donoghue, ready to greet guests through the door on Wednesday.

60 YEARS: Staff at the Europe Hotel & Resort, which is celebrating 60 years, are delighted to be back to work. Photo: Lucas Machowski

Europe Hotel celebrates six decades of hospitality | By Michelle Crean

This week the Europe Hotel & Resort had an extra special reason to celebrate reopening its doors as it also proudly celebrated its 60 year anniversary. And over the next six days, to mark six decades of hospitality, the hotel will be showcasing various initiatives and innovations that it has introduced to ensure that it continues as one of Ireland’s leading hotels. “We are very proud to be celebrating 60

years as a hotel this year," Michael Brennan, Managing Director of Killarney Hotels Ltd said. "We are forever grateful for the ongoing support shown by guests that return each year and to those who visit us for the first time. The Europe Hotel & Resort has been established as a leader in Irish and international hospitality and our reputation is a true testament to the hard work and excellence of every employee over the past 60 years." The hotel has 187 bedrooms and suites, most with private balconies, and award winning 50,000 sq. ft. spa, state-of-the-

art conferencing and event facilities with nine meeting rooms, five dining outlets, two Bars and its own 400 acre farm producing beef and lamb for menus.

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In the 1950s, the Liebherr family’s love of Killarney was ignited. Industrial Engineer, Dr. Hans Liebherr wanted to expand the company’s already flourishing domestic crane productivity into the US and Commonwealth markets. Ireland was considered an optimal location for the expansion of the business, and his original sights were focused on a plot of land in

Cork, until a local businessman from Killarney, Mr. Michael D. (Mackey) O'Shea, brought him to the small town for dinner and showed him the wonderful scenery of the Killarney Lakes. This was in 1958, and what happened next was the creation of a new business area – Liebherr Hotels. He proceeded to open the Liebherr Crane factory in Fossa, which today employs in excess of 800 people. Within the next few years, Dr Liebherr then opened sister hotels, Hotel Ard na Sidhe in 1961 and Hotel Dunloe Castle in 1965.

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Children inspired to grow their own veg It's not only the children that are growing up fast - but the food that they planted as part of a healthy habits project. Local children from Maggie's Montessori Preschool got to grow and eat their own food for the very first time have been fascinated by the whole process. As part of the Incredible Edibles Kerry Gardening and Nutrition Project, which encourages healthy habits, the children from Maggie's Montessori Preschool have watched their produce grow from seed to food! "It's all part in the Early Years gardening project aimed to help them learn how food is grown and how good it is to eat food that you have grown yourself," Mags O'Sullivan from Maggie's Montessori Preschool told the Killarney Adver-

GROWING: Maggie's Montessori Preschool children, pictured with Mags O'Sullivan and Yvonne O'Sullivan, are delighted to have learned to grow their own fruit and vegetables.

tiser. "In December 2020, preschools in Kerry were contacted with regards to a new up-coming gardening project for the Early Year Services called ‘The Incredible Edibles’. The Kerry Children and Young People's Services Committee (CYPSC)

and Kerry County Childcare Committee received some Healthy Ireland funding which they used for a gardening project in the ELC and SACs in Kerry." Each service that signed up for the gardening project received a resource pack in March.

4.6.2021 "This pack included some tools, compost, plants and seeds. The project was supported by monthly online meetings which guided us through the ‘jobs’ for each month. The children eagerly got to work straight after ‘lockdown’." Groups tasks were given each week such as planting, watering, thinning, harvesting, tasting/cooking. "Our little gardeners planted Betty Beetroot, Lisa Lettuce, Rodger Rocket, Peter Parsley, Cian Carrot, Patsy Potato and Saoirse Strawberry. The children were able to see progress each week as their fruit and vegetables were grown in their polytunnel. The children experienced how some plants needed a lot more ‘sleeps’ than others i.e. Lisa Lettuce was peeping after seven ‘sleeps’ whilst Cian Carrot and Patsy Potato needed a lot more ‘sleeps’! "Over the past 12 weeks our seven plants grew big enough to be harvested and both investigated and tasted by the children. Some benefits of this project included the children appreciating the full cycle from planting to harvesting. They learnt how to care for their plants and what was needed for them to grow big! Some children tasted these fruit and vegetables for the first time. This project aims to not only complete it in preschool, but to encourage healthy habits in the home and to inspire cooking in the kitchen as a life skill."

Susan gets a new MEP Kelly lands key role look to help charity in European Parliament Ireland South MEP, Seán Kelly, has been appointed Rapporteur for a European Parliament Report on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), a key component of the "Renovation Wave" and the European Green Deal.

| By Michelle Crean A Firies woman has taken the plunge and shaved off her hair all in aid of the Irish Cancer Society. Susan Stack was itching to do something to help a charity whose fundraising has been impacted by the pandemic. She explained that while she's loving her whole new look, it had been something on her mind to do for charity for some time. "I decided a few years ago I wanted to challenge myself if I could grow my hair and stop dying it!" she told the Killarney Advertiser. "As the time grew nearer I thought why not do a fundraiser and shave it for Irish Cancer Society instead! So I built up the courage to go ahead with it. Cancer has touched everyone in some way." She added that she has done a few challenge fundraisers over the past year. "Trying to help these charities at a time like this is important. Every penny counts and with everyone's support we can make the difference! I only did something small and at least it can grow back!" She added a huge thanks to everyone who supported her along the way.

GONE: Susan showing her ponytail after it was cut off for charity.

"I'd like to thank everyone who supported me on the day; Expose Hair and Beauty in Firies who shaved and dyed my hair, make-up by Lorraine in Aherns Pharmacy in Farranfore, and Tara Donoghue Laing who took the photos, and especially everyone who donated! And she now plans to go the extra mile, literally. "The fundraiser is ongoing until the end of June as I'm going to walk 300km to keep the fundraiser up, whatever it takes!" To donate go to Facebook: 'Susan's Shave or Dye for Irish Cancer Society'.

The Directive seeks to modernise EU buildings to make them fit for a greener and more digital society, and to sustain economic recovery. "Decarbonisation of the buildings sector is vital to deliver on EU climate and energy objectives. The EU plans to renovate up to 35 million buildings by 2030. Closer to home, the Programme for Government committed to retrofitting 500,000

homes to at least BER B2 standard in the same period,” MEP Kelly said. “This renovation wave will create green jobs and help the post-COVID-19 economic recovery. Energy refurbishment of buildings is labour-intensive, and the industry is dominated by local businesses. I would like to see ambitious renovation schemes inject much-needed stimulus into local economies. In Ireland buildings account for 36% of our greenhouse gas emissions, where around half of our residential heat comes from old and polluting individual oil-fired boilers. Buildings are responsible for 40% of total energy consumption in the EU. Renovations will be crucial to unlock the energy efficiency potential of our buildings and homes.”

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September start for new Liebherr apprentices One of the world’s leading manufacturers of ship to shore container cranes is calling for applications for its Apprenticeship Programme for 2021/2022.

RECONNECTING: Chloe Daly from the Diocese of Kerry's 'YouthDoK' is helping to organise a webinar to help young people reconnect.

Young adults are encouraged to reconnect

A workshop organised by young adults for young adults to navigate mental health challenges post-lockdown will take place online next week. | By Michelle Crean 'Reconnection, Minding Your Mind as We Leave Lockdown', is for those aged 18 to 30 years and will be held via Zoom on Thursday, June 10 at 7.30pm. The event will be hosted by the Diocese of Kerry 'YouthDoK' Young Adult Group. Well-known senior clinical psychologist and author Dr Keith Gaynor, who specialises in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) treatments of anxiety and depression, will offer some insights and advice regarding how to best take care of mental health as society emerges from the isolation of lockdown, and how to reconnect with society in a healthy and positive way. During the lockdown some people have thrived at home, preferring the flexibility COVID offered in relation to study or work, while others have felt blocked, isolated and that their lives have been suspended. Some may experience a range of emotions from feeling happy, excited, and relieved to be back, to feeling anxious, afraid, or angry. The workshop will provide opportunities to gain some insights

ADVICE: Senior clinical psychologist Dr Keith Gaynor will offer advice during the webinar next week.

and advice, while connecting with other young people across the diocese. “This workshop would be great to attend as restrictions are eased and to discuss the changes, we are going to face in society following COVID-19," Chloe Daly from YouthDoK said. Young adults who wish to join the workshop can follow the event on Instagram@ YouthDoK and can find more details on the diocesan website dioceseofkerry.ie.

The Liebherr Container Cranes apprenticeship programme, which will now run in line with academic calendar, has Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitter, Metal Fabrication, and Electrical apprenticeships available. The closing date for applications is Friday, June 25. "Beginning this year, enrolment for apprentices will follow the academic calendar with commencement of apprenticeships in September as opposed to January," Trevor O'Donoghue from Liebherr Container Cranes said. "At Liebherr, apprenticeships have always had a theoretical and a practical element. In recent years, as products and manufacturing technologies have become more advanced, the theoretical element of the apprenticeships has become even more important. Liebherr have worked closely with Solas and Munster Technological University (MTU) and are delighted to be able to offer apprentices a dual qualification." Apprentices will receive a Level 6 Craft Certificate in their trade and a Level 6 Higher Certificate in Engineering in their respective fields from MTU. "Liebherr apprenticeships are an excellent opportunity for candidates to get

an internationally recognised qualification along with an academic qualification, which provides a basis for further studies. Once qualified, the Higher Level 6 certificate award will allow graduates to continue to diploma or degree level in their chosen field." Liebherr has long been recognised as a pioneer in the provision of apprenticeships. The very first apprentices enrolled in 1959 and the apprentice programme has been in operation ever since providing a steady stream of highly qualified and skilled graduates. Apprentices spend four years developing their skills and knowledge, all the while pursuing academic training. During their training, they undertake many different roles and are highly experienced when they graduate. This opens up many opportunities and career pathways within Liebherr. To apply for these roles, applicants, who must be at least 16 years of age on September 1, 2021, should send an up to date CV, a copy of academic results and a cover letter specifying the role that they are interested in, and why, to apprenticerecruit.lcc@liebherr.com. Any further documents such as training certificates, references, project details and awards etc., should also be included. Successful candidates will benefit from a competitive package, fully paid training and education, excellent future employment and progression prospects, along with the opportunity to travel the world.

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PHOTOS: GRIGORIY GENIYEVSKIY

Liam O’Donnell

Liam loves getting out and about in the National Park for some exercise and fresh air.

Kathleen O’Brien and Betty McCarthy pictured with Murphy "The National Park is our favourite place in Killarney"

Grace O’Neill and Libby O’Riordan love being outdoors

"We love the people of Killarney and the outdoors and National Park."

"We love the park for the scenery and the space."

Kathryn Foley and Sharon O’Connor pictured enjoying a walk "We love the scenery and the peacefulness of the park."

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"I love the Park, the views, the lakes and the mountains," says Oliwia Arendarska, who is pictured with Jasper.

Derval and Aine Fitzgerald pictured with Coco

John Robinson Antoinette O’Flaherty and Rose Barry say the National Park is great "It's an oasis in the middle of the town."

John Robinson, pictured with Bailey, says it brilliant to be able to come to the park for a run.

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the cause or outcome of the illness. A protected hybrid deer-boy named Gus (Christian Convery) accidentally encounters a roaming loner named Jepperd (Nonso Anozie) after a decade of living safely in his remote forest habitat. In pursuit of answers, they embark on an incredible journey through what is left of America. Based on the beloved DC Comic, and Executive Produced by Susan Downey and Robert Downey Jr.

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The Zen Arcade ‘High Fidelity’ Today (Friday) Zen Arcade release their new EP ‘High Fidelity’; including the brand-new single of the same name alongside last year’s debut single ‘Don’t Say A Word’. They'll also release an exclusive episode of their own podcast ‘Higher Fidelity’. The group comprises of three ex-members of The Strypes, whose stellar rise saw them tour with three critically acclaimed albums. Deciding to embrace the pressure of independence, the band started their own zine, ‘Cro Mag Non’, and podcast,

A story about a mother and a daughter, ambition and romance, and a painful history reawakened by a deadly threat, from the number one New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts. Adrian Rizzo met her father for the first time when she was seven-yearsold. That was the day he came close to killing her until her mother, Lina, intervened. Adrian was handed off at her grandparents' house in Maryland shortly after, where she spent the summer sipping lemonade, playing with dogs, making a new best friend - and developing feelings for her friend's 10-year-old brother. Lina, on the other hand, traversed the country marketing her fitness brand, which she grew into a billion-dollar enterprise. It was pointless to linger on the past. But while Lina dismisses the death threats that Adrian starts getting as a routine part of her daughter’s

‘Higher Fidelity’. ‘Cro Mag Non’ is a fanzine that’s so DIY you have to make it yourself. ‘Higher Fidelity’ is a podcast focusing on music analysis in the form of segments like ‘When Should They Have Stopped’, ‘Guilty Hatreds’ (bands you feel bad about disliking), and ‘Never Mind The Fuzzbox’ (the guess the intros round from 'Never Mind The Buzzcocks' but with a fuzz pedal thrown in to avoid any litigious TV execs) enjoying a dedicated listenership in equal measures across five continents.

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A single mother in 1920s Los Angeles is distraught when her son goes missing. After months of searching, the police claim to have found him, but she insists the boy is an imposter. She resolves to prove the police are trying to bury the case, but they respond by slandering her as a hysterical and unfit mother, leading to her confinement in a mental hospital. Clint Eastwood’s fact-based drama, with Angelina Jolie and John Malkovich.

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COMHAIRLE CONTAE CHIARRAÍ KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL BÓITHRE A nDÚNADH GO SEALADACH TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ALT 75 d’ACHT NA mBÓITHRE 1993 SECTION 75 OF ROADS ACT 1993 Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 75 of the Roads Act 1993, and the Temporary Closing of Roads Regulations 1994, Kerry County Council is proposing to temporarily close to public traffic the following roads for the period and reason specified below: “SAFE STREETS – SAFE TOWN – SAFE COUNTY” Covid-19 Social Distancing Measures Roads Subject of Proposed Closure R-876 Kenmare Place\Main Street (From the Junction Mission Road and Kenmare Place to the junction of Main Street and New Street) Period of Proposed Closure From 11.00 a.m. on Saturday, 3rd July to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 5th July 2021 From 11.00 a.m. on Saturday, 10th July to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 12th July 2021 From 11.00 a.m. on Saturday, 17th July to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 19th July 2021 From 11.00 a.m. on Saturday, 24th July to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 26th July 2021 From 11.00 a.m. on Saturday, 31st July to 8.00 a.m. on Tuesday, 3rd August 2021 From 11.00 a.m. on Saturday, 7th August to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 9th August 2021 From 11.00 a.m. on Saturday, 14th August to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 16th August 2021 From 11.00 a.m. on Saturday, 21st August to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 23rd August 2021 From 11.00 a.m. on Saturday, 28th August to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 30th August 2021 Reason for Proposed Closure To facilitate Covid-19 Social Distancing Measures, under the Kerry County Council “SAFE STREETS – SAFE TOWNS – SAFE COUNTY” Plan Alternative Routes L-3909 Beech Road, Traffic can divert from Kenmare Place onto N71 Mission Road onto L-3909 Beech Road and onto R-877 New Street Any person having an objection to the above proposal should lodge same, in writing, marked Road Closure, with the Administrative Officer, Roads, Transportation and Marine Department, County Buildings, Tralee, County Kerry or by e-mail to roads@kerrycoco.ie not later than 5.00 p.m. on Tuesday, 8th June 2021. To enable the processing of submissions/ objections Kerry County Council can legally process this information, as necessary, to comply with its statutory/legal obligations. Such information will be processed in line with the Council’s privacy statement which is available at www.kerrycoco.ie. Siniu: Padraig Corkery Senior Executive Officer/ Feidhmeannach Sinsearach Corporate Affairs/Gnothai Corparaideacha

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Gardening - By Debby Looney

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

Geraniums grow well under trees Perennials come into their own during summer time, as do lupins, scabious, geraniums and countless other well-known flowers. However, one of the most versatile and beloved perennials has to be the hardy geranium. I think everyone should have at least one variety somewhere and if your conditions are less than ideal, there should be many in your garden! Almost all varieties available are fully hardy and tolerate all soil types except completely waterlogged soil. Most do as well in shade as a sunny spot and are the least fussy plants I have grown. They flower in shades of white, pink, mauve, blue and purple, and provide colour from May to October. One of the earliest varieties to flower is G. phaeum, a hardy plant which is has masses of purple, maroon, violet or white flowers from April onwards. The foliage grows to about 15cm, but the flowers reach about 50cm tall and are of an upright habit. G. sanguineum is the next to make an appearance in my garden. It is a low growing spreading habit and is covered in pink cup-shaped flowers all summer. The leaves are toothed, and flowers range from pale pink to cerise. G. Ann Folkard is a favourite - it has a lax habit producing long shoots with golden leaves. It has an abundance of magenta flowers with almost black centres and veins from May until frost. It covers a large area and is ideal for keeping weeds down. Another favourite would be Johnson’s Blue, often said to be the bluest and longest flowering of the geraniums. It has a fairly upright habit, and if this is what your space needs, don’t be tempted into buying Jol-

ly Bee, Rozanne or Heidi. Though these are all beautiful plants with blue flowers, they are all low growing and need a lot of horizontal space! An evergreen variety is G. cantabrigiense ‘Biokovo’, a low growing geranium with bright green foliage and pink flowers. G. machorrizum stays green in my garden over winter, with the added bonus of scarlet leaves in the autumn. G. renardii has soft, hairy foliage, an upright habit and white flowers with dark veins. It is quite unusual but absolutely lovely! G. cinereum is a dwarf variety which is ideal for alpine gardens, and G. x oxonianum is probably one of the oldest, most common varieties we have - ‘Wargrave Pink’ often growing in hedgerows near old cottages. One of the largest varieties is G. maderense, or the Madeira geranium, which grows to almost a meter tall when in flower. Unfortunately it is a biennial, and I advise anyone who has this stunning plant to collect the seeds. There really are geraniums for every situation and are ideal when trying to cover a bank or a large crockery. They grow well under trees and are not too badly affected by sap. If the seed is collected they will germinate easily, though the clumps can also be divided in autumn or spring. Lastly, a good reason to incorporate geraniums into your garden is that they provide a veritable feast for pollinators!

PROJECT: Patrick Lynch was the script writer, music composer and sound designer on the 'My Buddy Cormac' project.

Visual animation to help children with haemophilia

A new animation which can be used as an education tool to help children with haemophilia has been created by Kerry students. ‘My Buddy Cormac’, is an informative and positive awareness animation about the condition and focuses on the experience and challenges faced by children when treatment in hospital is required. It's a collaboration involving students from the Creative Media Department at the Kerry Munster Technological University, Children’s Health Ireland at Crumlin, and the Irish Haemophilia Society. Haemophilia describes a group of inherited blood disorders in which there is a life-long defect in the clotting mechanism of the blood. A child’s diagnosis is life-changing for both the child and the parents. The story is told from the perspective of a child and it delivers an enlightening and creative take on events. It's aimed at children aged between eight and 12, and will be made available on the CHI Crumlin and Irish Haemophilia Society websites. The project was developed by MTU work placement students, Jack Finnerty (lead animator), Grace O’Shea, Jack Roche and Kate Mc Donnell (illustrators and storyboard artists) who are all studying a BA (Hons) in Animation, VFX and Motion Design at MTU. Patrick Lynch, who was the script writer, music composer and sound designer on the project, is studying a BA (Hons) degree in Music Technology at the MTU Kerry campus. “Working with people we deeply admire and respect and being part of a project

that will bring awareness to this condition, while also imparting reassurance to young children and families experiencing the condition, has rendered 'My Buddy Cormac' a milestone in all of our careers,” Patrick said.

BIG DIFFERENCE

The project was coordinated by lecturers Rosie Dempsey, who is the industry coordinator, and Marty Boylan, animation course leader. They said the collaboration with Children’s Health Ireland at Crumlin has been an invaluable opportunity for students to apply their knowledge to real world problems, while also benefiting from the enriching experience of seeing first-hand the amazing work the medical team undertakes. Dr Beatrice Nolan, Consultant Haematologist at CHI Crumlin, said the educational aid developed by the students will make a big difference to young children with haemophilia and their families. “It will make learning more fun and enjoyable and help the child and family develop a deeper understanding of haemophilia and joint bleeds. It will be much easier for families to access this educational tool online and we hope to develop more in the future." Brian O’Mahony, Chief Executive of the Irish Haemophilia Society, added that “this project provides information in a format which will be relevant to children with haemophilia and in language which is age appropriate". This will be of great benefit in helping educate the children about their bleeding disorder.”

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No obstacle could stop this wedding going ahead! Throw a storm, a baby and numerous changes of wedding dates into the mix and it may put pressure on any bride and groom in the run up to their special day - but not so for Marian Lyne and John Kelly who took it all in their stride. Marian from Countess Grove, Killarney, and John from Lixnaw, were relaxed on their big day as they celebrated with close family on Thursday, May 20. It was inevitable that some things would go wrong due to the current restrictions as venues were closed and wedding guest numbers curtailed. However, the arrival of Marian's niece the day before the wedding, and a storm on the day, didn't stop the couple from going ahead with their plans. Married in an intimate ceremony in Killarney Registry Office, the couple, their bridal party which included Marian's sister Valerie Hegarty as bridesmaid and John's brother Francis as best man, headed to Ross Castle and the Workman's Rowing Club which was beautifully captured by photographer Nerijus Karmilcovas of Karmilcovas Photography. Then it was off to a family farmhouse on Mill Road for their reception, which is owned by Marian's godfather Kevin Tangney and his wife Brigid. Music added to the occasion thanks to local singers Lisa Courtney and Cathal Flaherty. "All our plans changed due to COVID,"

Marian told the Killarney Advertiser. "We never wanted a big wedding. We had always planned an intimate ceremony with around 40 guests outdoors but that had to be chopped. Instead we had a small gathering with family which was very intimate. It was fantastic, very special. I can't fault it." And even though the weather didn't play ball for them, Marian said that they looked on the bright side and just laughed it off. She added that they were very lucky to get a 20 minute break from the rain for the photos though! Marian and John met in Dublin three years ago. Then, last October - two days before the second lockdown - John proposed while they were staying in the Parknasilla. Family that joined then on the wedding day included Marian's parents Phil and Bill Lyne, and John's parents Peg and Bill. Bridesmaid Valerie was accompanied by her husband Adrian Hegarty, and Marian's brother Niall was present with his wife Chrissie. Her bother Blaine also made it but his partner Olga unfortunately couldn't. Meanwhile, COVID meant

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that her brother Podge in Florida and his wife Tara couldn't travel over. And it was a very different story for her brother John who turned up to the reception but had to watch on from the window! "John came along and stood outside as he was over and back to the hospital as his partner Mary had a baby girl, Alice Lena, the day before." John's family included Francis and his

wife Claire, Rose and her partner Brendan and Margaret and her husband Ger Carroll. Marian, a Marketing Manager for Dublin company Comhar Linn INTO Credit Union and John an Environmental Coordinator with SK biotek, enjoyed a few days in a caravan exploring the Wild Atlantic Way, and plan to stay in Sheen Falls and the Killarney Park for their honeymoon.

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CLEAN UP: Locals from Lissivigeen out litter picking on County Clean Up day. From l-r were: Denise Cremin, Deirdre O'Sullivan Darcy, John Cronin, Kathleen Gleeson, Eileen Casey, Michael Gleeson, Dave Murphy, John O'Leary, Dave Herlihy, Colin Murphy, Helen Murphy, Micheál Murphy. Photo: Christy Lehane.

Lissivigeen locals get stuck in for County Clean Up day Locals in Lissivigeen got stuck in recently as they gathered for the annual County Clean Up day. | By Michelle Crean Deirdre O'Sullivan Darcy organised the event which resulted in a fine gathering of committed people. This year’s event took place across a full week rather than the traditional one-day initiative to ensure that public health restrictions and guidelines could be observed and that no large gatherings of volunteers took place. Participants were asked to collect litter alone or in family groups and to ensure they sanitised their hands before and after the event. Michael Gleeson complimented the volunteer workers for "a wonderful job". "I warmly thank Deirdre O'Sullivan Darcy

on coordinating the litter collection effort in the greater Lissivigeen area," he said. "It was a great joy to see so many willing helpers and it was especially gratifying to have a national schoolboy Colin Murphy present with his mom and grandad. We were blessed that the rain stayed away and allowed us to collect close on 30 bags of litter." The amount collected reflects the sad ongoing level of dumping and littering that is going on, he added. "Our locality suffers particularly from late night littering because of our proximity to the town. It is sad that so many passers-by have so little respect for our neighbourhood. We are determined to

maintain our special place to the highest possibly standard and will continue on a regular basis to walk the roads with our bags and pickers."

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The Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Patrick Connor Scarteen has thanked the 3,400 registered volunteers who took part in the annual County Clean Up over the past week. In recent years, the County Clean Up has gathered thousands of tons of litter with thousands of volunteers tidying and picking litter in their localities. This year, families, individuals and Tidy Towns groups took part in the clean up over the course of last week, while observing all of the public health advice and avoiding large congregations.

“It was a very different County Clean Up this year, but the same dedication and commitment of volunteers was as evident as every other year. It was heartening to see so many people out and about in their high-vis vests with bags and litter pickers, ensuring that the county was made free of litter,” Cllr Connor Scarteen said. “The pandemic and the various restrictions have caused us all to appreciate our surroundings and our environment and I have noticed an increase in the number of people collecting litter in their areas at all times during the pandemic. I would like to pay tribute to KWD Recycling for providing the packs to volunteers and ensuring that everyone was equipped to participate over the past week,” he said. The Kerry County Clean Up was the first all-county clean up to take place in Ireland in 2012. Since its inception, KWD has distributed 30,000 high-vis vests and collected almost 60,000 bags of litter from Kerry roadsides. Over the years, the number of volunteers taking part has multiplied more than tenfold from 500 volunteers in 2012 to over 6,000 volunteers in 2019.

Citizens Information advice for carers National Carers Week is a key event in the calendar year, a dedicated time to celebrate Ireland’s 500,000 family carers. The aim for this week is to raise awareness of family carers so their work is properly recognised, supported and empowered. The importance of this week and what it represents is a great opportunity to highlight some of the information, advice and support Citizens Information can provide to carers. Carer's payments are made to people who are looking after someone who needs full-time care and attention because of age, disability, or illness, including mental illness. They include, Carers Allowance (means-tested), Carers Benefit (PRSI based), Half-Rate Carers, Carer’s Support Grant and the

Domiciliary Care Allowance. If you qualify for Carer's Allowance you may also be eligible to qualify for Free Household Benefits and a Free Travel Pass. If you qualify for Carers Benefit you may be eligible for a GP visit card. If you don’t qualify for a weekly Carers Allowance or Benefit payment but are caring for someone full-time you may be eligible for the Carers Support Grant which is paid annually in June - €1,850. Citizens Information can give you all the information you need and discuss if you meet the eligibility criteria set out by the department. They can also help you with the application process and give you some guidelines on what to include with your application to give you the best chance of a successful outcome. If you feel that you have been wrongly refused a carer's payment, or you are

unhappy about a decision of a Social Welfare Deciding Officer about your entitlements, Citizens Information may be able to support you to appeal this decision. Citizens Information can also discuss how to maximise your income if; You are already on a social welfare payment and caring You are caring for more than one person You are sharing the care responsibilities with another person You wish to continue to work part-time You wish to take carers leave “As we reflect on the past year, one of the most striking aspects of it all has to be the commitment, dedication and resilience of our healthcare workers and carers," Frances Clifford, Kerry Citizens Information Manager, said. "National Carers Week is the perfect

time to come together and celebrate these individuals for their hard work and the unimaginable challenges they have faced during the pandemic. Our goal is to let every carer know that we are here to advise and support them, regardless of your query, call your local centre and we will guide you in the right direction.” For anyone needing information, advice or who have an advocacy issue, they can call a member of the local Citizens Information team in Kerry on 0761 07 7860, who will be happy to assist and make an appointment if necessary. The offices are staffed from Monday to Friday from 10am to 4 pm. Alternatively, you can email at tralee@citinfo.ie or log on to www.citizensinformation. ie for further information and contact details.

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CHRISTENING: Freddie Timothy O'Leary was christened on Sunday (May 30) at Our Lady of Lourdes Church Kilcummin by Fr Niall Howard. He is pictured with his parents Ian and Aileen O'Leary and his big brother Noah who is delighted with the new arrival.

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You must apply for permission to work in the UK as part of the UK’s Points Based Immigration System. EU citizens who live in Northern Ireland and work in Ireland do not need to apply for permission to work in Ireland. You must apply for UK residence through the EU Settlement Scheme (if you were living in the UK before the end of 2020) or the Points Based Immigration Scheme (if you have moved there since the beginning of 2021). You can find out more about cross border workers on citizensinformation.ie. __________________________________________________ During COVID-19, you can find comprehensive integrated information online at citizensinformation.ie/ covid19/ and you can get daily updates on what’s changed on Twitter at @citizensinfo. You can also get information and advice from: Tralee on Tel: Call 0761 07 7860, Monday – Friday (10am-4pm) The Citizens Information Phone Service: Call 0761 07 4000, Monday to Friday, 9am – 8pm Our national call back service: Visit citizensinformation.ie/callback to request a phone call from an information officer

Free ‘Helping Hand’ webinar for those parenting through cancer Recovery Haven Kerry will facilitate a free webinar on Friday next (June 11), for parents concerned about the effects a cancer diagnosis in the family is having on their children. ‘Helping Hand – Parenting Through Cancer’ will be hosted by award-winning child and adolescent psychologist, Edel Lawlor, of Expressive Play and aims to offer support, advice and guidance to parents who are concerned about the impact a cancer diagnosis may be having on their children. Edel has worked with Recovery Haven Kerry for a number of years, offering oneto-one therapy to children affected by cancer, as well as facilitating the charity’s CLIMB programme for children aged five to 12 who are experiencing the impact of

a parent’s cancer diagnosis. She explained that the upcoming webinar is open to anyone impacted by cancer where children are involved. “The aim of the webinar is to help parents explain cancer in a child-friendly way, whether the person diagnosed is the parent themselves, a sibling, an aunt, uncle or grandparent,” Edel said. “We want to help parents explain cancer to their children in a way that is manageable and easy for them to understand, while also helping parents to recognise the signs of stress in their children as they deal with a cancer diagnosis of a significant person in their life.” The webinar will take place via Zoom at 11am and anyone interested in attending is asked to contact Recovery Haven Kerry on 066 7192122 to register.

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Safety campaign launched ahead of busy farming season A joint campaign between The Irish Community Air Ambulance and Macra na Feirme has been launched to appeal to all rural communities to exercise care on farms during the summer months. A busy silage season, increased traffic on the roads and more children moving about farms all combine to present an increased likelihood of serious incidents that could result in the Irish Community Air Ambulance being tasked to rural locations. Statistics from the Community Air Ambulance show that the summer months are the busiest for the heli-med service, with the highest number of callouts during 2020 occurring in July. Road traffic accidents account for the most incidents, with farm accidents and falls from heights requiring a regular response from the Millstreet-based service. There have been 38 farming-related taskings so far in 2021. These include incidents involving PTO, machinery, falls from heights and animal attacks. In total, the service has responded to 233 calls since the start of the year. While Kerry, Cork, Clare, Limerick, Tipperary and Waterford are the counties most likely to require the air ambulance, the helicopter was also tasked in 2021 to counties Kilkenny, Wexford, Wicklow and Galway. “Summer brings with it some of the

ROBOTIC: Robot Dolphin Delle, swims in the pool during the launch event.

Robot dolphins to replace confined animals! Visiting an aquarium is a fun way to learn about aquatic creatures, but some people have expressed worries about the animals' well-being. SAFETY FIRST: Micheál Sheridan (CEO Irish Community Air Ambulance) and John Keane (President of Macra na Feirme) are appealing to farmers to stay safe this summer.

busiest times on Irish farms, with silage season coinciding with a lot of outdoor activities," John Keane, President of Macra na Feirme, said. "Farmers are aware of the many dangers on farm, and always endeavour to ensure these risks are mitigated. However, we know that accidents are going to happen in the weeks ahead, and we are appealing to people living in rural Ireland to stop and think about what they are doing, and whether it is safe. Not every accident will result in death, but many cause serious injury and all cause disruption. We are grateful that the Irish Community Air Ambulance service can respond, but the question for farmers is simple. How would you feel if it had to

land in one of your fields?” The Irish Community Air Ambulance works in partnership with the National Ambulance Service, and is within 30 minutes flying time of any location in Munster. “Our crew is ready to respond to every call, but we see from our taskings last summer that June and July are amongst our busiest months," CEO of the Community Air Ambulance Michéal Sheridan said. "As a rule, we are only ever called to the most serious incidents where patients have suffered significant trauma. Our message is simple; Irish farms are a great place to land a helicopter - you just don’t want it to be our air ambulance.”

However, one business in New Zealand has come up with a one-of-a-kind solution. Edge Innovations, a New Zealand-based company, is collaborating with some of Hollywood's top animatronic effect creators to create robotic dolphins that are nearly indistinguishable from real-life animals, according to The Geek. These Robotic dolphins weigh 250kg and behave just like their real-life counterparts which might be utilised to put a stop to the captive industry's welfare issues. Each dolphin, costing €21 million, could replace the confined animals in these controversial sea life parks. 20 European countries have already prohibited or restricted the use of animals in circuses. Animatronic animals might be the future of zoos and aquariums, allowing animal enthusiasts to appreciate nature in a more compassionate manner.

Enable Ireland launch second Wheel 100 Challenge Enable Ireland’s Wheel 100 fundraising campaign is back for the second year and they're calling on participants to bike, skate, scoot or push 100 times in their own way and raise vital funds for the charity. Munster Rugby player Fineen Wycherley is the Ambassador once again and is helping to encourage as many people as possible to sign up and raise funds for disability services. Fineen ( 23) teamed up with keen rugby enthusiast 12-year-old Joshua Fitzgerald O'Brien to launch the campaign in the People’s Park in Limerick. Speaking about his involvement with

the campaign Fineen said that he is "delighted to support Enable Ireland for the second year in a row". "The work they do is so valuable. I know how important physiotherapy and psychology are in sport and I see how essential these services are for children and adults who have extra challenges in their lives. It’s been a tough year for so many, and it’s been particularly difficult for children and adults with disabilities and for their families," he said. When asked about the Wheel 100 challenge he added that “it’s a fantastic idea" as people of all ages and abilities can take part. "You can cycle, skate, wheel, push a

walker or buggy. You can wheel 100 times around your local park or push yourself to do 100km and more importantly, it will all be outdoors, and we know that’s key this summer.” As frontline healthcare workers, Enable Ireland staff have continued to provide essential services throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Enable Ireland is a national charity which employs 1,200 staff and provides disability services to over 9,200 children and adults with disabilities in Ireland. Participants can sign up to the challenge on www.enableireland.ie/Wheel100 phone Ellen on 087 6868333 or email wheel100@enableireland.ie.

CAMPAIGN: Munster Rugby player Fineen Wycherley pictured with Joshua Fitzgerald O'Brien to launch the Enable Ireland Wheel 100 campaign.

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Friends star is our new favourite uncle! Following the Friends Reunion Special, the Irish have having Matt LeBlanc in to their hearts naming him as their “official uncle”.

TV APPEARANCE: James and Aileen McCauley from Dublin made their appearance on Dragons¹ Den on BBC One last night (Thursday).

Irish duo appear on Dragons’ Den Husband and wife, James and Aileen McCauley from Dublin, made their appearance on Dragons’ Den on BBC One last night (Thursday) with their award-winning invention 'The Wriggler'. The couple presented their anti-roll portable baby-changing mat, which is specially designed for babies and toddlers who wriggle during a nappy change, to Dragons Sara Davies, Touker Suleyman, Deborah Meaden, Peter Jones and Tej Lalvani. Schoolteacher James and educational psychologist Aileen plan to roll The Wriggler out globally. “In our wildest dreams we never imagined that an idea dreamt up at our

kitchen table could have resulted in us appearing on BBC TV on Dragons’ Den,” said the couple. “Naturally we were nervous about appearing before the Dragons, however we were determined not to let our nerves get the better of us. We know we have a fantastic product and it could be a massive opportunity to bring The Wriggler to an even bigger market with the support and guidance from a Dragon.” James added. The Wriggler has already proved its popularity notching up awards and plaudits from some of the largest independent parenting review websites in the UK. Parents have called it a ‘miracle mat’ and their ‘sanity saver’.

Bird Flu reported in China The first human case of Bird Flu has been reported in China. According to China's National Health Commission (NHC), a 41-year-old male in the eastern province of Jiangsu has been verified as the first human case of bird flu infection with the H10N3 strain. The man was hospitalised on April 28 after developing a fever and other symptoms the NHC said in a statement, but according to the state-run CGTN TV, the patient is in stable health and fulfils discharge guidelines.

Health officials claimed that it was a rare viral transfer from poultry to people with the risk of it spreading on a pandemic scale was very low. “H5N8 is a subtype of the Influenza A virus (also known as the Bird Flu virus). While H5N8 only presents a low risk to humans, it is highly lethal to wild birds and poultry,” the news agency Xinhua reported on the outbreak. No other cases of human infection with H10N3 have previously been reported globally, the NHC stated.

Since the episode aired last Thursday, hundreds – if not thousands – of memes have appeared online comparing Matt Leblanc to an Irish dad, uncle, cousin, wedding guest, and plenty of others. Fans noticed that Matt LeBlanc, who played Joey Tribbiani in Friends, was the most chatty and joyful of the group, making jokes at every opportunity. Even his overall look and style resembled that of many viewers’ Irish uncles and grandfathers. Some users even stated that “Matt LeBlanc looks like a fella you’d end up having a deep conversation within the residents bar after a wedding. Ten pints deep and he’s giving you the best advice you’ll ever get. You’ll never meet him again but his sage wisdom sticks with you forever. A gentleman.”

COVID variants to be renamed using Greek letters The World Health Organisation (WHO) has this week said that it is to rename the many different COVID varients. The UK, South African, Brazilian and Indian variants are to be called alpha, beta, gamma and delta respectively, letters from the Greek alphabet. One goal of the change, according to the UN health agency, is to prevent stigmatising nations where Coronavirus variations are first discovered. The new methodology applies to the most concerning variations of interest.

“The labels don’t replace existing scientific names, which convey important scientific information and will continue to be used in research,” WHO’s technical lead Maria Van Kerkhove tweeted. “These labels will help with public discussion about VOC/VOI as the numbering system can be difficult to follow.” Experts claimed they investigated a variety of options, including combining syllables from current words to create new ones. However, they claimed that too many of the syllable combinations were already well-known places or corporate names.

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Safe outdoor dining at the Truffle Honey Restaurant Staff at the Truffle Honey Restaurant at Killarney Golf & Fishing Club have been busy behind the scenes preparing to launch their new outdoor dining service The good news is it'll open to the public from Monday next (June 7) and will be open seven days a week. The 128-year old golf club has an extensive outdoor terrace with stunning views of Lough Leane and the McGillycuddy Reeks and a front terrace which overlooks the 18th green of Killeen, its

famous Irish Open golf course. Diners will be able to enjoy the wonderful natural scenery as well as immerse themselves in the fun atmosphere created by so many golfers’ who are immensely enjoying their sport again after the lockdown. “We are excited to welcome back the

Club’s members and visitors to our outdoor dining experience," Chef, Mike Hayes, who heads up the Truffle Honey Restaurant team, said. "In preparation for reopening, we have been hard at work making updates to the outdoor terraces to ensure diners will have an enjoyable, comfortable and safe outdoor dining experience with us.” The golf club is a COVID-19 Safety Charter Approved Venue and the Director of Golf, Graham Spring, said that they continue to work towards ensuring that

4.6.2021 members and visitors to the golf club can enjoy the beautiful golf club and its courses with confidence, and that their health and safety is a priority. "The return of outdoor dining from June 7 marks a first step towards normalcy for our season in relation to the food and beverage offering here at Killarney Golf & Fishing Club," he said. "Our members are excited for the return of outdoor dining and also eagerly await the eventual return of indoor dining again but it’s one step at a time. We wish the Truffle Honey Restaurant team the very best with the launch of their outdoor dining experience." The restaurant’s full menu will be available and table service only will be in operation. For bookings phone 064 663 1034 (Ext 5), walk-ins welcome (subject to availability).

OUTDOOR DINING: Club officials President Marguerita Mulcahy, Captain Harry O’Neill and Lady Captain Anne Looney pictured at the outdoor dining space at the Truffle Honey Restaurant.

STUDENT OF THE YEAR: Ciara Furlong was awarded Transition Year Student of the Year at last Friday's St Brigid's Presentation TY Graduation.

TY GRADUATION: Andrea Rennie and Liadh Beazley pictured at the front with Aoibhin Evans and Lucia Kelliher at the back who gathered last Friday for the St Brigid's Presentation TY Graduation.

CONGRATS: Ciara Furlong and Lisa Lenihan with Martha Doolan at the front pictured at the St Brigid's Presentation TY Graduation last Friday.

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Organisers of the Rose of Tralee International Festival have announced that this year's Festival will not be able to go ahead. It's the second year the festival has been cancelled due to COVID-19 - last year being the first time in its history that it was called off. Rose Of Tralee International Festival CEO Anthony O'Gara explained that since last year’s postponement, they have been working on how best they could safely deliver some, or all, of the 2021 Rose of Tralee International Festival events at home and abroad. "It has been a long and difficult 15 months for so many as a result of COVID-19, and its impact continues to be felt worldwide," he said. "The development and the rollout of vaccines has brought much needed hope that a return to normal is in sight. Sadly, the timeframe envisaged to safely steer our communities out of this pandemic, and our responsibility to positively support those efforts, mean that we will not be able to have a Festival again this year, which is immensely disappointing for all of us involved." He said that it "is difficult for everyone involved" and "for supporters that look forward to celebrating our global Irish community each August," but that they are confident it is the right decision to keep "each other safe and well". The Festival operates on a yearlong ba-

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This year's Rose of Tralee International Festival will not be able to go ahead due to the ongoing pandemic.

sis, in Irish communities worldwide; and they will continue to harness the goodwill of their extended Rose family in supporting communities and charitable efforts over the next 12 months, he added. "Similarly, we will each have a role to play in restoring our community and local economy following this pandemic, and we look forward to coming together in celebration in August 2022. In the meantime, we salute the leadership and

the selfless efforts of frontline and support staff everywhere; and among them the efforts by many of our Rose family."

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The Mayor of Tralee, Cllr Terry O’Brien has expressed sadness that the Rose of Tralee International Festival will not be taking place this year. “It is clear that every effort had been made by the hard-working committee behind the festival to do everything pos-

sible to host the event in 2021 but for very understandable reasons, this is not possible,” Cllr O’Brien said. “I know that those involved will redouble their efforts to stage the Rose of Tralee International Festival in 2022 and everyone in Tralee will be supporting them in that effort. At Municipal District level, we will be doing all we can to hold smaller events over the summer period in compliance with the public health guidelines. While these will not be a substitute for the Rose of Tralee, we hope we can make the most of the summer ahead to enjoy smaller family-type events as the pandemic situation improves,” he said. The Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Patrick Connor Scarteen also expressed disappointment at the announcement today, saying: “Kerry County Council and the Tralee Municipal District has been a proud supporter of the Rose of Tralee International Festival for many years. Sadly, again this year, because of the need to protect everyone from the Coronavirus large public events like this simply aren’t possible, particularly those which involve international travel. “I know that all the people of Kerry will look forward, as I do, to the 2022 festival,” he said.

Community Support Fund launched

Kerry County Council has issued a call for applications for this year’s €750,000 Community Support Fund which is offering supports to community-based projects and initiatives in Kerry.

The 2021 Community Support Fund was launched this week by the Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr. Patrick Connor Scarteen. The fund, which is now in its seventh year, has supported over 2,000 projects since 2015. As occurred in previous years, some of the Community Support Fund will be used again this year to target strategic projects in the five Municipal Districts and to co-fund projects which are in receipt of grants from other sources. Applications are welcomed from groups whose primary focus is the development or promotion of the local community or the development of a project that will benefit a group in the community. “I warmly welcome the provision of this funding for community groups. Over the

past few years, millions have been invested in worthwhile projects and initiatives across the county and which have enormous benefits for every community in the county. I would encourage voluntary and community groups to apply at the earliest opportunity,” Cllr Connor-Scarteen said. Applications for funding must come within the definition of one of the following four categories of support: 1. R ebuilding and Reconnecting Communities 2. C ommunity Tidy Town Initiatives and Amenity Projects 3. Community Economic Innovation 4. C ommunity Based Tourism, Festivals and Events The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Friday, June 18, and application forms are available for completion online via the Kerry County Council website. Queries should be referred by email to the Municipal District or by contacting the Community and Tourism Department on (066) 7183680.

APPRECIATION: On behalf of Transition Year class 4 Blue, Ella Galvin presented her mom Sinead Galvin who is a member of Killarney Fire Services, with thank you posters. The class of 4 Blue wanted to show their appreciation for all the done by the Fire Service during the recent fires in Killarney National Park.

FUNDS: Fifth Year LCVP students Jennifer Cronin, Holly Power and Tara Donnellan, pictured with their teacher Ms. Dowling, held a quiz and a bingo to raise money for the Irish Cancer Society. These events were very successful and the students raised a just over €400 for the charity.

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Pryce and O’Sullivan take third in British Rally Championship Osian Pryce and Noel O’Sullivan are looking forward to the remaining rounds of the British Rally Championship (BRC) after opening their 2021 series account with a strong third place finish at the Neil Howard Stages in his Rocked-!T-backed Volkswagen Polo GTI R5. The event was their first rally for eight months and their first at the Oulton Park motor racing circuit, and their second outing in the Melvyn Evans Motorsport-prepared Polo – yet they finished just eight seconds behind the event winner. A lengthy service halt after each of the eight short stages didn’t make settling back into the car and finding a rhythm any easier, but Osian and co-driver Noel made a good start, holding fourth all morning. A second fastest stage time on SS6 illustrated how more acclimatised they had become by the afternoon – and in sunny

and dry conditions he was classified third at the end of the 80-kilomtre event. “It’s good to come away from the opening round of the British Rally Championship with strong points for third in the bag and a lot of good rallies to look forward to,” said Osian. “It was very difficult to find any sort of rhythm at Oulton Park because you went straight out of service and into a stage and then you had a fairly long wait back in service until the next stage. I’d got used to the format of the event by the afternoon and I enjoyed the second half of the rally a lot more. “The British Rally Championship starts in earnest next month on the Nicky Grist Stages, and I’m looking forward to driving the Volkswagen Polo GTI R5 in the forests for the first time.” The next round of the British Rally Championship is the Nicky Grist Stages on Saturday, July 10.

THIRD PLACE: Pryce and O’Sullivan took third place in the British Rally Championship season-opener at the weekend.

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Get 0% finance on the ŠKODA Fabia, Scala, Kamiq and Karoq while stocks last at Liam Lynch ŠKODA, Farranfore.

Michael Fassbender

Fassbender’s new co-driver Michael Fassbender will have a new co-driver for this weekend’s European Le Mans Series counters at La Castellet in France. The Fossa driver and Hollywood A-lister will team up with New Zealander Jaxon Evans as regular driver Felipe Laser “cannot be present due to other work commitments”, according to a Team Proton Competition statement. Richard Lietz will remain as the lead driver of their Porsche 911 RSR for Sunday’s four-hour race, the third round of the European Le Mans Series. The team finished fourth in Austria last month. “Against the strong competition we have to improve from race to race in order to be able to keep up with the best. We

managed to do that quite well in Austria. I very much hope that we can take the next step at Le Castellet and fight for our first podium," said Fassbender. Meanwhile, Fassbender is being linked with a possible Porsche Super Cup outing in Austria next month in a separate deal to his European Le Mans Series. The Porsche Super Cup runs alongside several European rounds of the World Formula One Grand Prix championship. The Austrian Grand Prix is set for Sunday, July 4 and Fassbender could drive one of the guest cars in the Porsche Super Cup support race. He did so at the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona last year where is was involved in an accident on the first lap that was not of his making.

MOTORING Liam Lynch ŠKODA, Farranfore, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Tel: 066 979 3066 www.liamlynchskoda.ie Typical Example: Fabia 1.0 MPI 60 BHP Active OTRP €17,420. Deposit €5,302.34. 36 monthly payments of €169 including service plan of €12.99 per month. Optional final Payment of €6,501.30. Total hire purchase price €17,420. APR 0%. Total cost of credit €0. No minimum deposit requirement. Finance is provided by way of Hire Purchase Agreement from Volkswagen Financial Services Ireland and subject to lending criteria. This offer does not apply to fleet sales. Offer available on all orders taken before 31st May 2021 and registered before 31st July 2021. 0% Finance available on the following models only: Fabia, Scala, Kamiq and Karoq. Payment of a ŠKODA Service Plan through a fixed monthly fee is only available to customers with a ŠKODA Financial Services contract. Picture for illustrative purposes only. Price includes delivery and related charges. WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) combined fuel consumption for FABIA in l/100km range from 5.6 to 5.3. WLTP combined CO2 emissions in g/km range from 127 to 120.

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Get your body summer ready The positive mental effect that the Universal Contour Body Wrap brings can be truly amazing and uplifting, and it's most definitely one of my favourite treatments.

toning abdominal muscles and thighs. Cellulite: Reduces cellulite in the most critical areas by increasing localised circulation and cell exchange.

This isn't a water loss treatment or a temporary fix. By sticking to the aftercare instructions e.g., a healthy diet and lifestyle, the Universal Contour Wrap treatments provide confidence, positivity and motivation, helping you to feel and look your best. It is a great overall detox for the body as it really speeds up the blood and lymph flow which helps to flush out all the toxins in the body especially the cellulite in the thighs. The results to be expected are instant and lasting, such as inch-loss, detoxification and cellulite reduction. The Elite Body Wrap is an advanced treatment with dead sea clay fortified with minerals. You'll be wrapped in up to 28 bandages and our completely unique Chrysalis machine uses specific lifting and tightening wrapping procedures. We offer the added benefits of muscle toning, cellulite reduction or enhanced inch loss. It's absolutely relaxing and rejuvenating. Using electrical leads under the bandages, it'll be applied to your stubborn areas - usually thighs and tummy. Shaping: For modelling and sculpting the thighs. It can be combined with the cellulite programme. Toning: An intensive programme for

The combination of our classic clay solution and specialist body wrapping techniques draw out toxins whilst compressing the soft fatty tissues to create instant inch loss and firming effect and the electrical leads to stimulate the circulation. This is three different processes in one for ultimate results, giving you an overall feeling of well-being. Also, you are placed into a heated blanket that cocoons the entire body helping you to sweat out the toxins, giving you deeper relaxation. The wrap was originally designed by a doctor to help his patients speed up inch loss but they saw much better results - more than just inch loss. The instant heat relaxes the body and quickly opens the skin’s pores, allowing the clay solution to draw out the toxins more rapidly and boost the blood flow. The effects allow for more oxygenation of tissues and lymphatic exchange, increasing the detoxification process. As the process is underway the electrical muscle stimulation contracts muscle tissue to help break down cellulite and tone the skin.

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The end is in sight for Leaving Certs Well done to every single student in the Class of 2021! You have managed to navigate most of your senior cycle in the backdrop of a global pandemic, including undertaking over six months of online learning. You have shown yourselves to be resilient, adaptive and committed to just getting on with things in spite of lots of challenges personally and educationally. Your families, teachers and society as a whole are proud of you so I hope you feel proud of yourselves. After what may have seemed a long journey through times of uncertainty, difficult decisions around exams and accredited grades, the pressure of completing assignments, projects and assessments later than normal in Sixth Year, while also trying to study and revise - you are almost there now. As you approach the final hurdle of the exams, keep in mind that while the Leaving Cert is an important exam and big milestone, it will not define you for the rest of your life. It may be hard to imagine that right now as you grapple with trying to balance last minute revision with the exam stress and anxiety that comes in as part of the Leaving Cert experience. Try to use that stress to drive you on rather than immobilise you. After many years of supporting students before, during and after exams, I can tell you that regardless of what happens in each exam, you will have lots of options available to you and an interesting journey ahead. The following tips might help in the final days coming up to the exams and as you navigate your way through them.

TIPS FOR THE EXAMS

Stick to a good routine with a healthy balance in terms of revision, rest, fresh air, sleep and diet. Don’t be tempted to work late at night as it is usually unproductive and impacts on your concentration the following day. Keep your social interactions with others to a minimum during the exams and encourage family members to do the same so as limit the chance of contracting COVID. Have a schedule of the exams with the dates/time highlighted hanging up where it is obvious and visible at home and take a photo to save on your phone. Set two alarms for the mornings of exams and allow lots of extra time. You will need to be in your assigned seat in the exam centre at least 30 minutes before the start of the exam on day one and 15 minutes before all other exams. Don’t forget your face covering as they are required, so have a couple spare with any utensils needed for the exam.

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

Hydration is really important during the exams to help with concentration during longer papers, so make sure you have plenty water. The first thing to do when you look at the paper is to read the instructions carefully, your teacher will have gone through these many times with you. Mark all the questions you are going to do and right out a quick time plan for yourself. If you feel you are becoming really anxious, focus on controlling your breath to bring a sense of calm. Breathe in through your nose for two seconds, hold your breath for one, breathe out through your mouth for four seconds. Repeat for one minute. Focus on exactly what you are being asked. The most common feedback from examiners is that students give a lot of irrelevant information so keep glancing back at the question to keep yourself on task to target the marks. Try to avoid too much discussion after each paper. ‘Post-mortems’ of the exams are rarely helpful and can add to stress levels so once each exam is done, take a break and then move on to preparing for the next one. In my eyes you are already achievers, survivors and future leaders for the brighter days that lie ahead. Go n-éirí libh ar fad, the very best of luck to each and every one of you!

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NEWS BRIEFS... Artisan food businesses urged to avail of €5m Education Minister and Fianna Fáil TD Norma Foley is encouraging Kerry’s artisan food businesses to avail of a new €5 million LEADER support scheme. Up to €200,000 is being made available per project and is targeted to help artisan, micro and small food businesses to respond to challenges posed by Brexit and COVID-19, while also supporting diversification in agriculture. The €5m funding which has been made available will help support Kerry’s farmers and food enterprises to develop premium, sustainable outlets for their products on the Irish market. “I would encourage all artisan, micro and small food businesses across Kerry to apply for this funding," Minister Foley said. "This grant aid will provide a vital boost to businesses who are impacted directly by both Brexit and COVID-19.” Final applications can be made through Kerry LCDC or by logging on to: www.gov.ie/en/publication/ c45498-local-action-groups/.

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What does the summer have in store for markets? MARKETS IN MAY

US equities ended in May on a modest note as inflation concerns dominated the headlines. The S&P 500 secured its fourth consecutive month of positive returns with a gain of 0.6%. Value-oriented strategies led the way with both Growth and Momentum, last year's big winners, declining. Most factors posted positive gains, with financial and industrial leading the way as expected. Surprising to many, the Tech sector has now underperformed the S&P 500 Index for the past year. Confidence continued to grow as economies reopened. Jobless claims in the US have fallen to a new pandemic low. Travel continues to rebound, with 1.9 million US travellers taking to the skies on Saturday, May 29, marking the busiest weekend of air travel since the pandemic began. Most importantly, successful vaccine rollouts continued in May, with the UK recording its first day of zero daily COVID deaths since the pandemic began.

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optimism, the expected inflation that comes with a global reopening is likely to result in some short-term market fragility over the coming months. The most recent inflation figures saw YOY consumer prices increase 4.2% in April, the biggest 12-month increase since September 2008, the height of the financial crisis. Core PCE climbed to an annual figure of 3.1% in April, far exceeding the Fed's nominal target of 2%. Inflation is likely to continue this run higher over the coming months. Rising commodity prices, a falling dollar, and wage growth resulting from severe labour shortages are likely to result in inflation figures of between 3% to 4% over the summer. While short-term inflation moves suggest a continuation of the rotation into value stocks, it's important to note that the current inflationary environment is unlikely to persist over the longer term. The combination of transient inflation drivers and long-term deflationary factors should see inflation fall back to around 2.5% later this year. TO LET: Ensuite single room off the Muckross road near the Gleneagle hotel, all services included. Contact 087-2377190 TO LET: Nice double room €400 per month and single room €300 per month in Loreto Chapel Killarney. Contact 087-1128957 TO LET: Room suited for hotel staff, 5 min walk from Killarney Town. Contact 0879034130 TO LET: Room suited for hotel staff, 10 min walk from the centre of town. Contact 0872484804

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IN MEMORIAM

4.6.2021 1ST ANNIVERSARY

1ST ANNIVERSARY

ROGAN

DELANEY

2ND ANNIVERSARY

CROWLEY

CASEY

In loving memory of Michael “Rogie” Rogan late of Mayobridge, Newry, Co. Down who passed away suddenly on the 5th of June 2020.

In loving memory of our dear friend Kathleen Delaney of Hotel Europe and Ferndale Avenue who died on June 2nd 2020.

In loving memory of Timmy “Thade” Crowley late of Knockrour, Scartaglin and Killarney who died on the 3rd of June 2020.

In loving memory of a dear father, Denis Casey late of Pinewood Estate who died 4th June 2019.

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

By the old rugged cross You sit with a smile Waiting for those You have left for a while And those you have left With their grief and their loss Will meet you one day By that old rugged cross.

God saw you getting tired And a cure was not to be So he put his arms around you And whispered “come to me”.

Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard but always near Still loved, still missed and very dear. Always loved and sadly missed by his Wife Louise, Sons Jack & Noah, his family in Co. Kerry & Co. Down and his many friends.

Fondly remembered by your friends Ann Daly and Anne Clifford.

22ND ANNIVERSARY

Dearly remembered by Marie, Denis, Norann and Maureen.

O’LEARY

3RD ANNIVERSARY

18TH ANNIVERSARY

DELANEY

In loving memory of Pat Delaney, late of 16 Countess Grove, who died on 2nd of June 2018. Your life was a blessing Your memory a treasure You are loved beyond words And missed beyond measure. Deep are the memories Precious they stay No passing of time Can take them away. Always loved and remembered by your wife Bridget.

3RD ANNIVERSARY DELANEY

O’DONOGHUE

Treasured memories of a wonderful mother and grandmother Joan O’Leary late of “Woodbine Haven”, Upper Lissivigeen, Killarney who passed away on the 4th June, 1999. Mom Somewhere beyond the sunset Where loved ones never die You sleep in a beautiful garden Beneath a golden sky Your needs in life were simple. Your love for us was true As long as we were happy You were happy too You were always there when we needed you. No task too great or small With willing hands and a loving heart For us you did it all You left us golden memories Your love is still our guide.

Nana

No words we write can ever say How much we miss you day by day Our love for you will always keep It never fades, it lies too deep With broken hearts we whisper low We love you Dad and miss you so. Lovingly remembered and missed by your children Philip, Michael, Pat, Mary Teresa and Edward,Daughters in law Rachel and Jessica. Son in Law Philip. Grandchildren Dylan, Clodagh, Brooke, Holly, Leah, Abbie and Ryan

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. AB

IN MEMORIAM

May the winds of love blow softly And whisper for you to hear That we still love and miss you As it dawns another year. Loved dearly everyday by your Sons, Daughters, Sons-in-law and Daughters-in-law, Grandsons, Granddaughters and Great grandchildren. Anniversary Mass 11.00am on Sunday 6th June in the Church of the Resurrection

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

With tearful eyes we watched you We watched you fade away Although we loved you deeply We could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating Hardworking hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best. It’s lonesome here without you We miss you more each day Life doesn’t seem the same Since you have gone away. When days are sad and lonely And everything goes wrong We seem to hear you whisper “Cheer Up and Carry On.”

In loving memory of Hannah O’Donoghue late of Ballybrack Firies who died on 28th May 2003. Remembering you is easy As we do it everyday But missing you is a heartache That never goes away. Never forgotten by your loving Family. Anniversary Mass in Ballyhar Church on Sunday 6th of June at 10am

7TH & 27TH ANNIVERSARIES

Each time we see your picture You seem to smile and say “Don’t cry, I’m in God’s Hands We’ll meet again someday!” So rest In peace my lovely dad And thanks for all you have done I hope that God has given you The crown you have truly won. Love from your daughter Charlotte and son in law Patrick xx

2ND ANNIVERSARY CASEY

MOYNIHAN

Although we cannot see you Mom You are always by our side A loving nature, a heart of gold These are the memories we will always hold.

In loving memory of a dear father and grandad Pat Delaney late of 16 Countess Grove, who died on the 2nd of June 2018.

In loving memory of a special brother. In loving memory of Joan Moynihan who passed away on 1st June 2014 & Dan Moynihan, who died 8th June 1994, Also remembering Gerard Moynihan there Son who passed away on 29th April 2021 late of 97 Pinewood, Killarney. May the winds of love blow softly And whisper in your ear That we love and truly miss ye As it dawns another year. Rest in peace. Your loving children Marie, Donal and Siobhan, Grandchildren: Danielle, Carrie & Vicky.

Denis, since you passed away Life just hasn’t been the same I would move Heaven and earth To have you here with me again. The time we spent together meant the world to me I have so many treasured memories As we grew up together, happily. I’m so grateful for the years we had And the closeness that we shared Your thoughtfulness and loyalty And the way you always cared. You were a wonderful brother I miss you no end You were more than just my family You were a kind and supportive friend.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

Love always, your sister Annmarie and your Mom.

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. TOC

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

ST. THERESA

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11TH ANNIVERSARY

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11TH ANNIVERSARY

O’DONOGHUE

O’LEARY

O’BRIEN (NEE REEN)

In loving memory of Michael Jim O’Donoghue late of Valley View, Gortdromakerrie, Muckross, Killarney who died on 5th June 2013.

In loving memory of our Mother Sarah O’ Leary late of 91 Pinewood Estate Killarney who sadly passed away on June 9th 2019

Fond memories of my loving Mother Joan late of Marian Terrace, Killarney who passed away on the 7th June 2010.

In memory of my loving mother Joan late of Marian Terrace, Killarney who passed away on 7th June, 2010.

Mother

A pleasant smile, a heart of gold No finer Mother this world could hold In heaven you rest, no worries, no pain Deep in our hearts you will always remain.

Will those who think of him today A little prayer to Jesus say.

There are no words to tell you Mom What losing you has meant But know each day brings memories of happy days we spent.

From your loving wife Sheila. On a quiet 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. From your loving son Hugh, Eileen, Michael and David.

You’d want us all to smile again And that is what we will do Each time we reminisce with loving Thoughts of you our guardian Angel. Sadly missed by your loving Sons, Daughters, sons-in-law, daughters in law. Nana Goodbyes are not forever Goodbyes are not the end They simply mean we miss you Until we meet again.

No one knows our heartaches Only those who have lost can tell Of the grief that we bear in silence For the one we loved so well.

Sadly missed by your heartbroken Grandchildren,and Great Grandchildren.

From your loving daughter Karen, Jimmy and Family.

15TH ANNIVERSARY BROSNAN

Your life was one of kindly deeds A healing hand for others needs Sincere and true in heart and mind Beautiful memories left behind.

From your loving son Michael B, Edel and Jamie Lara Your touch, your smile Was always so tender Today, tomorrow We will always remember. From your loving grandsons Eoin and Michael. Anniversary Mass will be held in Muckross Church Sunday the 6th of June at 9.30am

In loving memory of our dear son & brother Dan Brosnan late of Rockfield, Faha,Killarney who died on 2nd June, 2006. The moment that you left us Our hearts split into two One side filled with memories The other side died with you.

O’CALLAGHAN

In loving memory of Bridget O’Callaghan late of Pinewood Estate who died on the 5th June 1996 Memory drifts to scenes long past Time rolls on, but memories last Sunshine passes, shadows fall Love’s remembrance outlasts all. Remembered always by your daughters Sinead, Aine, Mairead, your sisters and all our Families. Anniversary mass will be held in St Mary’s Cathedral on the 5th of June at 6.15pm.

IN MEMORIAM

Nana Joan 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, May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper in your ear, That we still love and miss you, As it dawns another year.

Loved and remembered always by Your loving father Ger, brothers TJ & Junior, Grandmothers & Extended Family.

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. MC

LONG

In loving memory of Eileen Long Woodlawn Road, Killarney and Nohoval, Knocknagree, Co. Cork who died on the 2nd of June 2012. Just a prayer from The family who loved you Just a memory fond and true In our hearts you will live forever Because we thought the world of you. Fondly remembered and sadly missed by Tim, Mick, John, Marianne and Margaret and their families.

Great-Nana Joan

3RD ANNIVERSARY

We’re sending you a kiss, Up to the sky so blue, So catch it Great-Nana Joan, It’s just for you.

MCGILLICUDDY (NEE CASEY)

Love always your loving great-grandchildren Evan, Ewan, Hayden, TJ and Millie xxxxx In loving memory of Mary McGillicuddy (Nee Casey) late of Ardshanavooley, Killarney who passed away on 27th of May 2018.

11TH ANNIVERSARY O’BRIEN

We hold you tightly within our hearts And there you will remain You see, life has gone on without you But will never be the same.

25TH ANNIVERSARY

9TH ANNIVERSARY

Your loving daughter Sheila and Tom xxx

We often lie awake at night When the world is fast asleep And take a walk down memory lane with tears upon our cheeks. Remembering you is easy We do it every day But missing you is a heartache That never goes away.

Sadly missed by your son Brendan and family

She gave us all she had to give, gifts both big and small But most of all she gave us love, the greatest gift of all. Bye for a while, Love and miss you every day,

Lovingly missed by your grandchildren Ian, Jess, Mark, Sandra, Tommy, Kevin & Emer xxxx

From your loving son Cono, Anne and Moira. You always had a smile to share A laugh, a joke, a time to care A wonderful nature, warm and true These are the memories we have of you. Each of us in our own way Have special thoughts of you today.

Forgive me Lord if I cry I never wanted my Mother to die With a broken heart I whisper low I love you Mother and miss you so I would give the world if I could say I am calling to see my Mother today To hear your voice, to see your smile To sit and talk to you awhile

I thought of you today, but that is nothing new, I thought about you yesterday and the days before that too. Your memory is a keepsake from which I will never part God has you in his arms, have you in my heart.

In loving memory of a dear mother Joan O’Brien late of Marian Tce., Killarney who died on June 7th 2010. God saw you getting tired And a cure was not to be So he put His arms around you And whispered “Come with me” With tearful eyes we watched you We watched you fade away. Although we love you dearly We could not make you stay A golden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best. Sadly missed and loved always your loving daughter Mary, grandchildren Denis and his wife Maria, Aidan and his partner Pauline, Siobhán and great granddaughters Sophie and Jessie Mai, and great grandson Casey. xxxx

Loved and remembered every day by your daughter Noreen.

3RD ANNIVERSARY MCGILLICUDDY (NEE CASEY)

In loving memory of Mary McGillicuddy (Nee Casey) late of Ardshanavooley, Killarney who passed away on 27th of May 2018. A silent thought A gentle prayer For my special mother In God’s care. Loved and remembered by your son Sean.

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IN MEMORIAM

4.6.2021 22ND ANNIVERSARY

2ND ANNIVERSARY

MCGILLICUDDY

O’SULLIVAN

6TH & 12TH ANNIVERSARIES

ANNIVERSARIES NAGLE

FALVEY

In loving memory of Tim McGillicuddy late of Tiernaboul who died on the 8th of June 1999.

In loving memory of Jeremiah (Jerry) O’Sullivan Knockataggle, Kilcummin, Killarney whose second anniversary occurs 5th June R.I.P.

As the summer breeze was beginning to blow The Lord called your name it was time to go You left in silence, which was not your way You never got to say goodbye We missed you then and everyday.

I give you this one thought to keep I am with you still. I do not sleep I am a thousand winds that blow I am the diamond glints on the snow I am the sunlight on ripened grain I am the gentle autumn rain

Your hands were never still You were a family man You had a jolly laugh Anyone who knew you, will always remember “Timmy Mc”

When you awaken in the morning’s hush I am the swift, uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not think of me as gone. I am with you still, in each new dawn.

Sadly missed by your loving wife Ann, Sons, Daughters and grandchildren.

Loved and missed by Mary, Danny, Catherine and extended family. xxx

Anniversary Mass Tuesday 8th of June in The Church of the Resurrection at 9.30am

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

Our steadfast love unites us Our faith helps ease the pain As one day in the Father’s house We’ll be together again.

Loving memories never die as years roll on and days pass by In our hearts a memory Is kept of parents we loved and will never forget. Sadly missed & always remembered by your loving Family.

Níl fabhas ach malairt bheatha. Loved and treasured forever, Mom, Jerry, Gobnait, Michael, John, Brendan, Linda, Chris & Lorraine, Ann-Marie, Dylan, Mattie, Faela and Abbie. Anniversary Mass is on 6th June, Streamed on Fossa web cam at 10am.

Sonny & Noreen’s Anniversaries will be Remembered on Sunday 6th June in The Church Of our Lady of Perpetual Succor Shrone at 9am. via web cam.

19TH ANNIVERSARY CROWLEY

3RD ANNIVERSARY

PRAYER FOR HEALING

POWERFUL NOVENA

In loving remembrance of Dad and Jimmy, Jimmy 26th May, 2009 Seamus 26th June, 2015 Curragh, Aghadoe, Killarney, Co. Kerry.

In Loving memory of our Dear Parents Sonny & Noreen Nagle late of Gortdarrig, Headford, Killarney who passed away on 15th May 1997 & 18th June 2019. R.I.P.

Heavenly Father, I call on you right now in a special way. It is through your power that I was created. Every breath I take every morning I wake, and every moment of every hour, I live under your power. Father, I ask you now to touch me with that same power. For off you 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. AM

FENNELL

In loving memory of a dear sister Julie Crowley Dromduhig, Ballyhar, Killarney who died on the 5th of June 2002.

In loving memory of Patrick Fennell Glebe lane, Killarney 3rd June 2018

I often sit and think of you At quiet times in the day Of all the things we used to do And the things you used to say.

A golden heart stopped beating A loved one put to rest God broke our hearts to prove He only takes the best Fondly remembered by your loving wife Peig, Sons, Daughters, Sons in law, Daughters in law, Grandkids and Great grandkids.

I often think of times we shared We never were apart And all of these are locked away Kept deeply in my heart. Always remembered by your loving brother Connie and Sheila.

THANKSGIVING Thanksgiving to St. Jude, St. Anthony, St. Rita, St. Expedite, St. Padre Pio, St. Martin, Sacred Heart, Our Lady and all the Saints and Angels, Sweet Infant Jesus, Holy Spirit and the Universe. Thank ye for everything. DM

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GOAL: Stephen O'Brien scores a crucial goal in the 2019 All-Ireland semi-final against Tyrone. The sides will meet again in the semi-final of this year's league. Pic: Sportsfile.

| By Adam Moynihan

Could Kerry be on for the one-and-a-half-in-a-row? Defending Division 1 champions Kerry will face Tyrone in the semi-final of 2021 National League – and if they win they will complete a unique one-and-a-half-in-a-row. The Kingdom qualified for the last four match by virtue of finishing top of Division 1 South and they now know that their opponents will be Division 1 North runners-up Tyrone. However, even if they win, this fixture will be Kerry’s last outing in this year’s league as their championship opener against Clare is fixed for the week after the final is scheduled to take place. As was indicated to counties before the beginning of the campaign, league finals will not be played if any of the participating teams have provincial

championship matches the following week. That means the only way the Division 1 final will be held this year is if Tyrone beat Kerry and Dublin defeat Donegal in the other semi-final. (Donegal play Down on June 27 so if they win the June 19/20 final will be too close for them also.) In the event that the decider is not played, the title will be shared between the two would-be finalists. So, if Kerry are victorious against Tyrone, they will halve the 2021 Division 1 league with the

winners of the other semi-final, thereby completing a historic (if slightly confusing) one-and-a-half-in-a-row. Due to similar scheduling conflicts, the Division 2 and Division 4 finals will definitely not be played, and the Division 3 final will only be staged if Limerick and Offaly win their respective semi-finals.

INTEGRITY

Speaking in his role as analyst on RTÉ’s Allianz League Sunday, Kerry legend Colm Cooper questioned the GAA’s decision to forego some of the finals. "I don't like it and I think the integrity of the competition is under threat,” the Dr Crokes player said. “If you start a competition you need to be in a position where you're able to finish it. I understand

COVID, I understand time restrictions. But I think asking teams to go out three weekends in a row, and teams fighting for their life - promotion or relegation you have to be a in position where you're finishing competitions. "They're fighting it out to win competitions. First and foremost, the managers and players wanted to get games under their belts before championship. That was the detail of why league games are going ahead. Surely if we're going into a competition let's make every effort to make sure that we can complete them, regardless of which teams are in the final. "For me it doesn't make sense. I wouldn't be too pleased about it. People will say that was decided before the competition was set out but it doesn't wash with me."

4.6.2021 NATIONAL LEAGUE DIV 2A

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Kerry v Wexford Sunday at 1pm Fitzgerald Stadium The Kerry ladies will be looking to continue their recent run of form when they play host to Wexford in Killarney on Sunday. Following victories over Meath and Clare in Rounds 1 and 2, The Kingdom are already through to the last four as pool winners. This weekend’s outing at the home of football will likely be an exercise in avoiding injury with the league semi-final on June 12/13, but managers Darragh Long and Declan Quill will be keen to maintain their 100% record all the same. Hannah O’Donoghue (1-2), Síofra O’Shea (2-5) and substitute Lorraine Scanlon (10) accounted for the bulk of the damage against Clare in Tralee last weekend

Ladies looking for momentum-builder

Semi-final berth secured for Kerry but 100% record on the line as Kerry powered to a 4-13 to 3-11 win. O’Donoghue’s strike in the opening seconds rocked The Banner but to their credit they hung in there and trailed by just three at the interval. The hosts took control of matters in the third quarter, however, as O’Shea stole in for two early goals. This double sent Kerry nine clear and perhaps should have put the game to bed.

CHALLENGE: Mary O'Connell of Kerry puts pressure on Clare's Carol O'Leary during the National League Division 2A match in Austin Stack Park, Tralee. Pic: Willie O'Reilly/BurrenEye.

Clare showed resilience to chip away at the lead down the stretch – they got it down to four at one point – but Scanlon’s late goal sealed the victory. This result and their head-to-head advantage over Meath and Clare means that Kerry are now guaranteed to top their pool and face the second place team in Division 2B in the semi-final. Cavan are in the driving seat in the

northern section but all positions are very much up for grabs as Monaghan, Armagh and Tyrone can all still qualify. Only the Division 2 champions will earn promotion so if Kerry are to achieve one of their pre-season goals of graduating to the top tier, they still have plenty of work ahead of them. Victory over Wexford on Sunday is the next step on the journey.

DOUBLE TEAM: Síofra O'Shea and Lorraine Scanlon of Kerry surround a Clare opponent. O'Shea scored an impressive tally of 2-5. Pic: Willie O'Leary/BurrenEye.

Tipp have no answers for dominant Kerry CAMOGIE LEAGUE DIVISION 2 (GROUP 2) ___________________________________________________________________________________

Tipperary

0-11 | Kerry 3-10

DROM GAA An early goal by Caoimhe Spillane set Kerry on their way to a superb eightpoint victory over Tipperary on Saturday last as The Kingdom restored some pride after the disappointing defeat to Cork the week before. The result would have propelled Kerry into a Division 2 semi-final but unfortunately Cork fielded a weakened team against Galway, and the Tribeswomen prevailed to join the Rebels in the last four. Despite beating Tipp by eight points, Kerry missed out on points difference.

Retaining their Division 2 status will be some consolation. Tipperary, meanwhile, enter the relegation playoff.

ON TOP

Spillane’s early goal set the tone for this encounter and the visitors led by 1-3 to 0-1 at the water break. In the second quarter, Jackie Horgan goaled via the upright and keeper and further points by Spillane and Jessica Fitzell kept Kerry’s noses in front, despite the best efforts of Tipperary’s Jenny Grace. Her frees helped Tipp to increase their tally

to 0-6, but with Kate Lynch (Killarney Camogie Club) and Aoife Behan on top in midfield, Kerry still led by five at the interval. Early in the second half, Edel Slattery increased Kerry’s lead with a fine goal from a narrow angle, and the away side continued to exert their dominance thereafter. They eventually emerged 3-10 to 0-11 winners, a fitting scoreline that reflected an excellent Kerry display. With their Division 2 status secured, The Kingdom now have a long six-week wait for their first game in the 2021 championship.

TIPPERARY: Aoife Butler; Niamh Long, Christina Brennan, Ciara Ryan; Margaret Quigley, Gemma Fox, Emma

Carey; Mary Bourke, Courtney Ryan; Caroline Browne, Jenny Grace 0-8 (7f), Jill Anne Quirke; Eimear Bourke, Sabrina Larkin, Clare Hogan 0-1. Subs: Leah Heffernan 0-1 for Larkin, Dwan 0-1 for Quirke, Nicola Loughnane for Browne, Laura Heffernan for Margaret Quirke (56).

KERRY: Aoife Fitzgerald; Elaine Ryall, Niamh Leen, Michelle Costello; Áine O’Connor, Patrice Diggin 0-3f, Rachel McCarthy; Aoife Behan, Kate Lynch; Jessica Fitzell 0-2, Jackie Horgan 1-4 (1f), Laura Collins; Edel Slattery 1-0, Ann Marie Leen, Caoimhe Spillane 1-1. Subs: Amy O’Sullivan for Leen, Bríd Horan for Behan, Alannah Whelan for Lynch, Sarah Lawlor for Fitzell).

4.6.2021

| By Adam Moynihan

DREAM DEBUT: Substitute Joe O'Connor celebrates his late goal against Roscommon. Kerry led by just three at the time so the Stacks player's goal effectively sealed the victory. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile.

O’Connor goal caps tough win over plucky Rossies NATIONAL LEAGUE DIVISION 1 (SOUTH) __________________________________________________________________________________

Roscommon

1-12 | Kerry 2-15

(HT: Roscommon

0-7

Kerry

0-10)

DR HYDE PARK

Neither side really had a whole pile to play for in this match. Roscommon were set to finish bottom win, lose or draw and barring a miraculous sequence of results, Kerry were sure of a top two finish. And, in truth, the match had all the signs of a dead rubber during the opening exchanges. The sides managed just one point apiece (Donie Shine for Roscommon and Tony Brosnan for Kerry) in the first 10 minutes of football. Thankfully, a lovely individual effort by former Kerry player Conor Cox kickstarted a period of slightly livelier fare. Further overs by Richard Hughes and Ciarán Murtagh were cancelled out by Paudie Clifford and Paul Geaney to leave the scores at 0-4 to 0-3 at the water break. Ronan Buckley swung over an excellent point to level matters on the 20-minute mark and his East Kerry teammate

Paudie Clifford gave Kerry the lead moments later following good work by Gavin Crowley and David Clifford. Some regular Kerry backs like Tadhg Morley, Gavin White and captain Paul Murphy started this match on the bench and the new-look rearguard was a little loose at times. An unmarked Donie Smith kicked his second point of the day to equalise in the 22nd minute, but then the visitors showed some neat forward work at the other end to open up their biggest lead of the half. Brosnan, the younger Clifford and Diarmuid O’Connor all found the target to make it 8-5 in Kerry’s favour heading into the final five

minutes of the period. Conor Cox and Diarmuid Murtagh pointed either side of a Paul Geaney mark, and David Clifford, Kerry’s stand-in skipper, kicked the last score of the half to give Kerry a three-point interval lead.

BRIGHT

Roscommon started the third quarter much the brighter and when Enda Smith kicked a close-in mark with his left foot in the 46th minute, the sides were level at 0-11 each. David Clifford and Diarmuid Murtagh swapped scores to make it 1212 before Diarmuid O’Connor punched a point for Kerry when a goal might have been on the cards. Then disaster struck for Tadhg Morley. The Templenoe defender was introduced as a substitute in the 52nd minute and he was barely on the field 20 seconds when he was involved in a collision with Ciarán Murtagh near the sideline. Morley’s hand made contact with Murtagh’s face, though it appeared as though Murtagh was falling and Morley was simply holding his hands out, bracing for impact. Joe McQuillan had no sympathy for the Kerryman and Morley was sent off. It was surely one of the

quickest red cards in the history of intercounty football. Kerry regrouped during the water break and any fears Peter Keane had of things turning against them were allayed in the 56th minute when Paudie Clifford cut inside and lobbed one up to his brother, who spiked it into the net. Points by Diarmuid O’Connor and David Clifford followed before Conor Devaney's well-taken goal closed the gap to just three as the game ticked into stoppage time. Joe O’Connor, the debutant from Austin Stacks, had the final say, however, when he made no mistake from close range. Next up for Kerry is the Division 1 semi-final against Tyrone in Killarney on June 12. Throw-in is at 5pm.

KERRY SCORERS: D Clifford 1-4 (3f), D O’Connor 0-3, Geaney 0-3 (1f, 1m), J O’Connor 1-0, Brosnan 0-2, P Clifford 0-2, Buckley 0-1. ROSCOMMON SCORERS: C Murtagh 0-3, D Murtagh 0-3 (1m), Devaney 1-0, D Smith 0-2 (1f), Cox 0-2, Hughes 0-1, E Smith 0-1 (1m).

4.6.2021

PLAYER RATINGS

Average rating out of 10 as voted on by our readers Words by Adam Moynihan

Kieran FITZGIBBON

6.5

Graham O’SULLIVAN

6.0

Jason FOLEY

6.6

Wasn’t really tested. Could do little about the goal. Appears to be growing in confidence. 2

Had some good moments in the first half 3

Did quite well in a new position. The most consistent member of the full back line to date.

Tom O’SULLIVAN

5.9

Brian Ó BEAGLAOICH

6.3

Gavin CROWLEY

6.1

Mike BREEN

6.4

David MORAN

5.9

Diarmuid O’CONNOR

7.8

Wasn’t his usual self in his first game back. Needs more minutes under his belt. 5

Went through a nice bit of ball. Did all the hard work for O’Connor’s late goal.

Steady enough performance. Won a couple of turnovers. 7

The Beaufort man did quite well in his first start. Played the full 70. 8

Hopefully saving his best for the bigger opponents. 9

Another impressive outing. Has now scored five points in his last two games.

Stephen O’BRIEN

6.6

Ronan BUCKLEY

5.9

Paul GEANEY

6.5

David CLIFFORD

8.1

Tony BROSNAN

7.3

Paudie CLIFFORD

8.5

Not quite the SOB of old but encouraging to see him play 69 minutes. 11

Kicked a fine score in the first half. 12

Mixed the good with the bad at times but will be satisfied with his tally of 0-3.

Wrapped up tightly by his marker but still notched some important scores. Now has five goals in three matches. 14

ON THE RECORD

The managers, pundits, and social media have their say on Kerry’s six-point win over Roscommon PETER KEANE on Tadhg Morley’s red card

Former Kerry player COLM COOPER has his say on Allianz League Sunday

The poor divil, Tadhg, I think he was very unlucky. He was very unfortunate, there was no bad intent or anything but was just totally unfortunate. Cooper’s fellow analyst OISÍN MCCONVILLE felt that Morley was hard done by

It's not ‘quite’ harsh, it's extremely harsh. There's absolutely no way that's a sending off. Politician and former GAA President @SEANKELLYMEP was impressed by the Fossa contingent

Another good win for Kerry with the Clifford brothers from Fossa to the fore again. Paudie The Elder #MANOFTHEMATCH. Great stuff lads! #AllianzLeagues

Initially I thought [the tackle] was very high but on the replay I think it was a little bit harsh. I might be accused of Kerry bias... -

Roscommon manager ANTHONY CUNNINGHAM is not a fan of the water break

“I don’t think you see it on field sports around the world of any sort. Hopefully, after the pandemic is over, that will fully revert. Our own @ADAMMOYNIHAN explains the rather convoluted National League outlook

If defending champions Kerry beat Tyrone they will complete a unique one-anda-half-in-a-row. The league final will not be played if Kerry or Donegal are involved as they are both out in the championship the week after. In this event, the D1 title will be shared.

Showed his accuracy in the first half and contributed well overall.

Lively from start to finish. So hard to pin down. Kerry’s MOTM.

SUBSTITUTES Tadhg MORLEY

4.2

Tommy WALSH

5.7

Joe O’Connor

6.9

(52nd min) Remarkable for all the wrong reasons. Really unlucky to be sent off so quickly. (52nd min) Got on plenty of ball and used it intelligently.

(69th min) Marked his debut with the match-sealing goal.

Adrian Spillane Seán O’Shea Paul Murphy Gavin White Jack Sherwood

(1-4) (46) (46) (53) (65)

5.5 6.1 6.1 6.0 5.5

IMPROV: Paul Geaney of Kerry jumps over a sideline flag to keep the ball in play during the Allianz Football League Division 1 South match against Roscommon. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile.

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In Part 2 of his study on the rise of soccer in Killarney, Eamonn Fitzgerald looks at some of the many times when the foreign sport clashed with the GAA. Last week we spoke of Tom O’Shea, the dual player who fell foul of the infamous Ban. There were others, too. Donie Doyle was a brilliant, classy left-legged player with Crokes and starred with the Kerry minors. He was dropped for the Munster final and played soccer thereafter. The Georgie Best lookalike was a classy player in both codes. Mike Looney (Sandpit group), who played in goal for Liebherr soccer and football teams as well as Dr Crokes, said they had a very good interfirm GAA team, but still recalls the day their team organiser told them at work in Liebherr that eight of them became ineligible to play

because they were reported for playing soccer. “We got a six months suspension, all eight of us,” Mike recalls. “Four Legion and four Crokes.” Fergus Moroney also played some soccer. “The only time I played soccer was in the Fairfield and it was impromptu stuff. Someone would pick two teams and away we went. Other than that, I didn’t play soccer. I spent my time annoying Jackie Looney’s mother calling for the ball a couple of times a day.” That was the era when even the GAA clubs were lucky to have just one good O’Neills leather ball. Fergus had set his sights on the green and gold and the

Mick O’Connell lookalike went on to star at midfield for the 1965 Kerry minors and for Dr Crokes seniors. Speaking of Kerry’s most well-known midfielder, O’Connell was photographed attending a soccer match in Flower Lodge when Cork Hibs were in their prime. I am not sure if he was ever suspended after his picture appeared in the Cork Examiner, as it was known at that time. Ironically, the FAI sold that magnificent surface many years later, and guess who bought it? Cork GAA board snapped it up and now use it as Páirc Uí Rinn for several intercounty games.

THE CRICKET FIELD Older members of our community will remember the stories about the Cricket Field. It is still there at the end of Muckross Road on the way out to the Gleneagle. Cricket was played in Killarney in the 1800s, not by the local Irish, of course, but by the ascendency class. There are reports on the Killarney Athletic and Cricket Club Sports of September 4, 1888, held in The Priory. That was four years after the founding of the GAA. GAA stars won several of the events including the legendary athlete JP O’Sullivan (father of Dr Eamonn), who won the 120 yards hurdle.

ey, llivan, Brian Mulcahy, Timmy Loon in 1961/62. Front: James N. O'Su rney Killa in out ns. lined Colli who the 'United' soccer team ibbon, Michael Doyle, Greg UNITED WE STAND: Members of Looney, Frank O'Sullivan, Jim Fitzg arthy. Back: Seán McCarthy, Tom McC al Don y, one Mor us Ferg Noel O'Brien,

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Dr Crokes played there until the Fitzgerald Stadium was opened in 1937. The Kerry football teams also played there. During the 1950s and 60s, when the Ban was rigorously applied, vigilantes were appointed to spy and inform on any GAA members who played in, or attended ‘foreign games’. It was always a great dare to go down Muckross Road to watch Killarney RFC home games. Standing at the Flesk Bridge gave a perfect vantage point to see the foreign game. Technically, spectators were not attending foreign games, but it was as good as being inside on the sideline. There were plenty quasi-judicial courts held, where evidence was presented. The evidence was gathered by one of the vigilantes, but he (she was unlikely, in the misogynistic Ireland of that time) did not attend to present the evidence of observing Mr X and others at the foreign game. There were reported cases of embarrassed parents who were informed that their sons/daughters had attended foreign games or indeed, for that matter, attended foreign dances. Yes, foreign dances were also included in the the Ban. That proved to be a real dilemma for prominent GAA people in town on New Year’s Eve for the annual Killarney RFC rugby dinner dance at the Great Southern Hotel, the social highlight of the year. Anecdotal evidence suggests that some GAA brethren got over the impasse by entering the hotel at a side/back entrance. Hotel staff were cajoled, if not coerced, into turning a blind eye on the attendees. A wink and a nod and elbow language. See no one, hear no one, no, nothing at all.

MICK MACKEY

Throughout Irish history, the spy, whose mission is to inform, is hated. So were the vigilantes. Only a few top GAA officials knew who they were. Mick Mackey, the best hurler of all time after Christy Ring, was the cutest of all in his role as a vigilante. He wanted to see football, hurling, soccer and rugby matches, so he got himself appointed as vigilante. Ní féidir freastal ar dhá thrá. That’s the old Irish seanfhocal: you cannot serve two masters. Mackey did. I’m sure his reports were the essence of brevity. It appears that players were not banned as often for dabbling in rugby as distinct from playing soccer. In the past I have related how some prominent GAA people in town canvassed Super Batt Harte to transfer Dan Harrington, the new 19-year-old guard, who was the catalyst in forming the first official soccer club in town, namely Killarney Athletic (1965). The Super agreed to transfer Harrington to a North Kerry station. It seemed a fait

FIELD: The old Cricket Field near the Flesk Bridge, as depicted by artist Niall O'Sullivan.

accompli, until a broad-minded person counteracted this strategy by pointing out that this young man was doing real community work for young people and should be encouraged, not punished for his actions. Supt. Harte changed his mind. His son Barry was a classmate of mine and while we were happiest playing with the O’Neills ball, we still marvelled at how Barry could kick the crooked ball with that trusted left leg. Father and son have long since passed away, God be good to them both. Stories abound on how the young soccer players managed to engage in the impromptu five-a-sides. Usually, their parents were staunch GAA people. “When my father found out, he hid my boots, or sometimes all I could find was one boot,” said one former player.

FENIT FISHING NETS

Then there was the time that Don O’Donoghue, Joe Grant and Seán O’Donoghue went to Fenit to buy nets, which became obligatory to play in the KDL. The second-hand fishing nets were bought at a knockdown price and seemed to be perfect when they were erected. Mo léir cráite, a good few volleys into the net, bad weather and the fishing nets exposed to salt water for most of their lives disintegrated very quickly. The fisherman in Fenit at that time, long before the emergence of Fenit Samphires, operated a no return policy. Caveat emptor, buyer beware. One final anecdote to conclude recalling the days of soccer in Killarney, before the formal clubs were formed, relates to the Fairfield and Sandpit players, who were challenged to a series of home and away games versus a team from the Millstreet area. All went well and the Cork v Kerry rivalry added great bite to the challenges. The Killarney Rugby Club members were playing their home games in the

Racecourse at that time and generously permitted the soccer team to play there. However, on one occasion Killarney RFC had a home game, so the Killarney soccer team had the brainwave to move to the outside pitch of the Fitzgerald Stadium. One of the small gates was open. So far so good. It was the evening before a Munster football final. The Millstreet boys were curious about the big pitch inside, where Cork and Kerry were due to play on the following day. Curiosity got the better of them and then they discovered a hole in the wire fencing behind the town goal. Will we, will we not? The hole was there. They wouldn’t cut the wire. In they went through the small opening and used the town goals as one set and coats sufficed as goalposts up around midfield. Anything was acceptable to play on the verdant green grassed pitch, pre-Prunty. Even better than Wembley. That was before the Killarney Advertiser was founded and all efforts to dig out the final scores of those Saturday and Sunday games were, and are, fruitless.

THREAT OR CHALLENGE?

The growth of foreign games in Ireland, soccer in particular, became a real threat or a challenge for GAA clubs. That scenario was mirrored in Killarney. Some GAA members moaned about the haemorrhaging of so many of the players that they had coached from juvenile levels up through the ranks and one would have some sympathy for that viewpoint. Some imposed their own club’s disciplinary sanctions. Others tried to turn a blind eye to dual code players. The real crunch arose when a very good GAA player was serving both masters. It caused a lot of antagonism. In many cases players went to play soccer on Sunday morning and then arrived for the GAA club game in the afternoon, often in mudstained shorts expecting to be picked

ahead of the loyal player who was not as good as him, but totally committed to the GAA. Play the soccer guy and probably win the match, or stick to your loyal club player? What happened when you could only muster 14 players? The late Paddy Bomber O’Shea was a totally committed GAA man, but he was also a realist and a pragmatist. He advocated that this was a wakeup call for the GAA. It had met many challenges in its 100 years and dealt with them. He said the way forward for his GAA club was to improve all parts of the club, making it attractive and successful in all of its aspects. Shape up or lose out. Then players would join up and commit to a successful club. Bomber was a wise man.

KENNEDY CUP

The Kerry Soccer District League got underway in 1971. The GAA Ban had been removed so players had a choice and, for some, a dilemma. Anyone good enough and aspiring to climb the Hogan steps someday to bring home Sam realised that he could not serve two conflicting masters. Mikey Sheehy is a case in point. He was a prolific scorer with the Park soccer team in Tralee. Fortunately for the GAA he opted for football, but never lost the skill of chipping the goalkeeper who comes off his line. Paddy Cullen did and instinctively Mikey did the right thing, and the Sam Maguire was on its way to Kerry once more. The KDL entered the Kennedy Cup, the prestigious competition for U12 soccer players, and they became as intransigent as the GAA in earlier years when they forbade any of that squad to play juvenile football. Did it work? Is that ban still in operation? Back to Bomber’s philosophy. All sportspeople of all ages want to do is play ball, whatever the shape. Thankfully now both soccer and Gaelic football co-exist in meaningful harmony, even if it is a dilemma for individual players as well as for the clubs in their respective codes. Roll on from the era covered above and to 2021. Billy Dennehy, manager of the Kerry U19 soccer team, has drafted several local players into his squad, especially from Killarney Celtic. They will train 2 nights a week in Tralee and have matches at the weekends. Their away games will be anywhere south of a line from Dublin across to Galway. That’s a big commitment. These players are just out of minor ranks and in many cases they will be breaking their ways into their clubs’ senior football teams. Choices and dilemmas. Whatever the shape of the ball?

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SPORT NOTES

Killarney Celtic LOTTO: Numbers drawn 2, 5, 16, 27. There was no jackpot winner. Match 3 winner received €150. The next jackpot on Monday, June 7 is €8,000. Tickets are available from club members, the Dungeon shop, at the stand in Hegarty's Park Rd and also online at clubforce.com. TRAINING has resumed for all our teams. Games in the summer competition will start shortly. Please see our Facebook page for updates on games, training and please use the link for the return to play form. CAMPS: Killarney Celtic will run 2 summer camps this year July 5-9 and July 19-23. Booking is online through Clubforce and the booking link can be accessed through our Facebook page. For further information contact Brian 087 6593008 or Jane 086 2243435. Please see our Facebook page for a competition to win a place on a summer camp. KERRY: Well done to our girls who have made the 2021 Gaynor Cup squad and to the girls who have made the Kerry U13 Development squad. AGM: The Killarney Celtic AGM will be held virtually on Wednesday, June 23. Please confirm your intention to attend by email to secretary@killarneyceltic.ie by Wednesday, June 9. Please see our Facebook page for further information.

Kerry Schoolboys/ Girls League SUMMER: The soccer community in Kerry has been exemplary during the last 18 months with many of those involved in the KSBGL and the KDL, coaches, parents and club volunteers, working on the frontline. When training and the playing of matches was allowed clubs did a huge amount of work to follow all the FAI Protocols and this proved very worthwhile with no outbreaks connected to soccer in the county. The Kerry Schoolboys Girls clubs were delighted to get back training over the last weeks and now for the first time the Underage League in the county is running a series of summer competitions. The KSBGL normally plays its football during the standard season, September to May, but with players missing so much time on the field it was decided to send out for expressions of interest to the clubs and were delighted to see the number of teams who will now play in a summer competition that will run until mid-July with the 2021-2022 season then kicking off as normal in late August. There will be a Cup, Shield and Plate Competitions with 16 teams in both the 11’s, 20 teams in the 12’s, 24 teams in the 13’s competitions, 21 in the 14’s, 16 in the 15’s and 10 teams in the u16’s Cup. The Girls game is probably the fastest growing section in any sport in Kerry. For their summer competitions they will run at 11’s, 12’s, 13’s, 15’s and 16’s. There are 15 teams in the 11’s who will play in a number of Blitzes, 9 teams in the 12’s, 8 in the

13’s, 10 in the 15’s and 6 in the 16’s. The MC will also run a number of non- trophy days for the ages under 11’s where huge numbers are involved in club all over the county. The KSBGL Summer Competitions kick off on Bank Holiday Monday with games in the 11’s, 14’s and 16’s with the 12’s playing in mid-week and the other ages groups getting their competitions underway on Saturday 17th. INTER LEAGUE: The SFAI, which now has responsibility for all underage football in the country, has said that they hope to run a Kennedy and Gaynor Cups later in the year with the format still to be decided. The Kerry 13’s and 15’s girls have been very dedicated and continued to work on their own to set programmes during the lock down. They returned to training a few weeks ago and two squads have now been announced. Director of Girls Football Noel White said that himself and his coaches were delighted with the aptitude of the girls during the last few months. “While it wasn’t easy for the girls during lockdown we believe that keeping them involved and giving them the programmes probably helped with both their physical and mental wellbeing. And we saw all the work they put in with the way they bounced back into training. The coaches certainly had a hard job selecting the squads and will also continue to monitor all the girls playing in the League.” KERRY 13’S GAYNOR SQUAD: Killarney Celtic – Emma Daly, Sarah Warren, Ella O’Connor, Hannah Casey, Jessica Leggate, Liadh Forde, Kate Forde, Caoimhe O’Brien. Inter Kenmare – Phoebe O’Shea, Claudia Merchel, Camp Juniors – Miriam Sheehan, Ciara Casey. St Brendan’s Park - Jocelyn Cushen, MEK GalaxySabhdh Curran, Keeva Riordan, Naoishe O’Donoghue, Avril Rooney, Fenit Samphires – Grace Reilly, Castleisland – Jamie Lee O’Connor, Iveragh United – Keelin O’Shea. Listowel Celtic Laura Reilly. KERRY 13’S DEVELOPMENT SQUAD: Killarney Celtic – Caoimhe O’Sullivan, Emily Buckley, Grainne Kelliher, Neveen O’Sullivan, Niamh Brosnan, Zoe Counihan. Fenit Samphires - Mai O’Connor, Riona McMorral Moriarty. MEK Galaxy – Holly Barrett, Yvonne O’Connell. Dingle Bay Rovers – Eabha Jordan, Haley Flaherty. Killarney Athletic Kate O’Toole, Eva Spellman, Kira Moynihan. Listowel Celtic - Holly Boyle. LB Rovers - Emma Rourke, Chloe Walsh, Sadie Ryan. Castleisland - Edel O’Donoghue, Michelle O’Connor.

Killarney Legion GAA FIXTURES: Minor League Division 1. June 7 at 7.30pm. Kenmare Shamrocks v Killarney Legion. GREAT BAKE-OFF: Well done to all the bakers who won prizes in today’s Bake Off in aid of Crumiln & Temple Street. CMRF Crumlin. Judges Tracy The International Hotel Killarney and Tara Tara's Baked Bouquets had a difficult task to choose winners from the wonderful array of entries. A huge sum of money was

raised for the charities so a massive thank you to all who donated on the day and enjoyed their treats in sunny Direen. Thanks to Kevin from The Black Sheep Hostel & Coffee Shack for the teas, coffees and hot chocolate to wash down the grub. Well done to everyone who participated and our prize winners. KERRY U14 GIRLS: Congratulations to our very own Lauren Carey who has just been selected for the Kerry U14 ladies panel for the 2nd year in a row. This is a fantastic achievement and is a credit to Lauren for all the hard work and dedication she has put in over the years. We are all very proud of her at Legion GAA, particularly her coaches. We wish Lauren and the Kerry Ladies every success for the year ahead and look forward to seeing Lauren in the green and gold aswell as the green and white. SCHOOL PRESENTATIONS: Another great year for the girls from St Brigids Presentation Secondary School Killarney. Our football girls have won a few awards at the end of term. Well done everyone. Team player - Deirdre Lyne. Most improved player - Lauren Horgan. Most motivated player - Aisling Stack JUVENILE ACADEMY: Killarney Legion Academy continues every Saturday 10.30am. Boys and Girls aged 4-10, new members always welcome. Come along, join the fun, bring a friend! CLUB MEMBERSHIP: Registration for membership is available online. Please register in advance of the Return to Play (juveniles). Visit bit.ly/Legion21 to select your membership options and pay securely online.

Spa GAA NATIONAL LEAGUES: Well done to Kerry men’s & ladies teams on their wins on Sunday. Kerry Ladies play Wexford next Sunday at 2pm in Rd3 and Kerry men’s team play Tyrone on June 12th at 5pm in Fitzgerald Stadium in the NFL semi-finals. Well done to both teams and managements, especially Niamh Kearney, Cassandra Buckley, Liam Kearney and Dara Moynihan. FIXTURES: Mon June 7th Minor Co League Spa v Gaeltacht (away, 7.30pm); Weds June 9th U15 Co League Spa v Legion (away, 7pm); Thurs June 10th U11 Go Games Spa v Firies (away, 6.30pm); Sun June 13th U13 Co League Spa v Dromid/ Waterville (home, 6pm). LOTTO RESULTS: No winner. Next week's JACKPOT is €5,000. Tickets on spagaa.com or from Dalys Supervalu, Killarney Hardware, Centra Muckross Rd, Spa clubhouse or from usual sellers. Thank you for your support. SUPPORTERS ALLOWED AT GAMES: From June 7 up to 100 spectators will be allowed attend outdoor events, this number will increase to 200 on July 5 with a further increase expected from July 19. LEAVING CERT: Best wishes to all students who will be starting their Leaving Cert exams next Wednesday June 9.

REGISTRATION deadline is May 31. Anyone who has yet to register please do immediately on spagaa.com. OUR THANKS to the LEADER programme and the SKDP who have allocated a grant of €26,261 to Spa GAA club towards the new walking track.

Dr Crokes GAA ACADEMY. Glorious weather saw our academy continue on Saturday last. There was great endeavour and enjoyment. There is a sense of excitement as news of fixtures for go games means we will have plenty matches for the older age groups with some trips involved. Lots to look forward to. We ask everyone to register their child on www.returntoplay. gaa.ie complete the health questionnaire before all training. The academy continues every Saturday with football from 10.45 to 12. Hurling starts at 10 until 10.45. New members from the Killarney Parish always welcome GAMES FOR U11 TO U17: Training continues for these age group with encouraging reports filtering back. We have provisional time tables for games. We will advise in more detail later on but for now please note when the games will take place as follows: U11 Football on Thursday evenings; U11 Hurling on Saturday evenings; U13 Football on Sunday evenings; U13 Hurling on Tuesday evenings; U15 Football on Wednesday evenings; U15 Hurling on Friday evenings (for County League and County Championship - old Feile); U17 Football on Monday nights; U17 Hurling on Sunday nights. LGFA: Dr Crokes Ladies Gaelic Football Assocation were recently selected as the only Kerry club to participate in the LGFA Gaelic4Girls programme. This initiative is aimed at girls in the Killarney area from age 8-12 years who have never played football with a club before and would like to get involved. It is an 8-week programme, in which our trained coaches will incorporate football coaching sessions with fun activities, while teaching the skills of the game. The aim of the programme is to increase the number of girls learning to play the game and to help develop athletic skills for girls in a safe and nurturing environment. All coaches are Garda Vetted and have completed a child safeguarding course. The activities will be run in accordance with all HSE Covid Guidelines. The total cost for the 8 weeks is €10 per child, which also includes a Gaelic4Girls jersey. The Programme is specifically for girls who are not currently playing football with any of our underage teams and begins on Tuesday, June 1 at 7pm in the Dr Crokes GAA grounds, Lewis Road, Killarney. For any further enquiries, please contact programme co-ordinators Catherine Keogh 087 2827626 or Áine McMahon 087 2890527.

Fossa GAA KERRY: Congratulations to both the Kerry seniors men and ladies management

4.6.2021 SPORT NOTES and players on their victories today, especially Paudie (0-2, man of the match), David Clifford (1-4) and Anna Clifford. GIRLS U14: Congratulations to Seodhla Colleran who has made the Kerry Ladies Gaelic Football U14 County Panel for 2021. Seodhla was also part of the Kerry U14 panel last year. LOTTO: May 30. Numbers Drawn 5, 3, 11, 12. €40 winners: Patrick Foley, Michelle Cunningham, John O’Leary, Kevin Curtin, Michelle O’Keeffe. Lotto jackpot this weekend is €12,000. Tickets can be bought in Foleys Spar Fossa, the Golden Nugget and usual sellers. Thanks for the support. CONDOLENCES: Fossa GAA extends it's sympathy to the family of Eileen Spillane of Lackabane, sister of our Vice President Mick. May she Rest in Peace. The club would also like to pass on our Sympathy to the family of Thomas Moonan, Co. Louth. Father of Linda who’s husband Niall trains our U15 team and Grandson Cian who also plays with our U15. May he rest in peace.

hane, Keel players, Ciara Murphy and Caoimhe Evans - MKL Gaels who won against Clare in Austin Stacks Park last weekend. ALLIANZ FOOTBALL LEAGUE DIVISION 1: Congratulations to Ronan Buckley, Peter Keane, Management and The Kerry Team in defeating Roscommon last weekend, Best of Luck against Tyrone in the semi final on June 12th/13th in a Kerry venue U14 KERRY LGFA: Congratulations to Sarah Fitzgerald and Naoise O'Donoghue who been selected for the Kerry LGFA panel 2021. KEEL GAA COISTE NA NOG BINGO: Please support Keel GAA next bingo event next Friday June 4th with a jackpot of €1,000. Books can be purchased from Benson' s, Helena's and Cronin's Castlemaine, Kelly's Londis Miltown,

Beaufort GAA

Firies GAA COISTE NA NOG: The return of Firies Football and Hurling academy has gone from strength to strength in recent years thanks to the expansion of Firies, Farranfore and Ballyhar. Up to 150 boys and girls; ranging from Under 5’s to Under 9’s, disembark onto Pairc Eamonn each weekend along with the ever enthusiastic coaches in a social considerate atmosphere. Derek Comerford, Chairman of Firies Coiste na nÓg, outlined that maintaining and updating the club facilities for the youth of Firies is a persistent requirement and is thrilled that that Mike and Mags Moriarty of Moriartys’ Centra, Farranfore are in a position to sponsor both Firies Football and Hurling Academies. Derek could not express his gratitude enough to Mike and Mags Moriarty and their resounding commitment to the club adding “We hope the generosity of the Moriarty family will be recompensed by many thriving days on the pitch. Their absolute dedication to the club and its’ youth will benefit the core grassroots’ of Firies Football, Hurling and Ladies Football Club and assure its robust continuance in the future.” Academy Football Training continues to the pitch in Farranfore with Boys U5, U7 & U9 and Girls U6, U8 & U10 on Saturday from 10.30 to 11.30. Hurling Academy for boys and girls continues on Sunday for Under 5, U7 & U9 from 11am to 12pm. LOTTO: May 31. Numbers drawn were: 6, 13, 15, 27. No jackpot winner. Thanks to everyone who purchased a ticket and don’t forget to get one for next week! CONGRATS: Congratulations to club members Emma O’Brien & Suin Horgan who have been selected to be part of the U14 Kerry County panel for the coming season - a great achievement girls well done. FIRIES GAA WEBSITE: The Club is in the

SOCCER: Some Killarney Athletic players enjoying a training session at the club's Woodlawn base.

process of getting the website updated and this is a call out to all club members who may have any old photos, match reports, Club History pieces or any other information relevant to the club. If you would like to see this information on the club website, could you please email it to pro.firies.kerry@gaa.ie.

Glenflesk GAA CONDOLENCES: The late Cornelius (Cono) O’Sullivan. Our sincere condolences are extended to Maura and the O‘Sullivan family and relations, on the death of Cornelius (Cono) o Sullivan, Clohane, Cono’s family and extended family are all involved in Glenflesk GAA on and off the field, Cono himself too lined out for our club in the early years, may his soul rest in peace. The late Padraig O’Donoghue. The death of Padraig O’Donoghue removes from the scene a most enthusiastic participant in the formative years of St. Agatha’s GAA Club, Glenflesk. Padraig’s home was a focal point for young footballers, and he provided a training ground when such facilities were in short supply in the parish. He also ensured that a pitch was made available through his neighbours for inter-club games. A Parish fundraiser in the form of a Fancy Dress in Barraduff was eagerly supported by Padraig who, along with his friends, had constructed a model locomotive at his shed in Droumnaharee. That presentation, which won first prize, was inspired by the closure of the Headford-Kenmare railway line in 1959. Padraig was a tenacious defender on the club team for three decades, and the highlight of his playing career occurred in 1957 when he was a member of the team which won the East

Kerry Junior Chamionship. His car would be filled to capacity [and occasionally beyond!] when travelling to various venues in East Kerry and elsewhere. He looked forward in particular to the annual Ballyvourney Tournament when games were followed by refreshments and entertainment; the hospitality shown by the local club was much appreciated. An obligatory part of the preparation for the games was a visit to St. Gobnait’s Well. A parttime farmer and a valued member of the outdoor staff with Kerry County Council, Padraig continued to follow the fortunes of the local teams and the Kerry team to the end. (Thanks to Pat Favier for this lovely tribute to Padraig).

Listry GAA LEAVING CERTIFICATE 2021: Listry Gaa would like to wish Best of Luck to our juvenile boys and girls sitting their Leaving Certificate examination during the month of June. U17 DATES AND FIXTURES: MFL 2021 Div3A 15-13 aside< Round 1 June7th Keel/ Listry (home) v Rathmore. Round 2 June 14th (away) V Ballyduff . Round 3 away V Annascaul/Lispole/Dingle. SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE 2021 DIV 2B: Upcoming fixtures and dates for Senior Football League Championship. Listry V Templenoe (away) June12/13th. Listry V Gneeveguilla (home) June 18th/19th. Listry V Ballymac (home) July 3rd/4th. Listry V Annascaul (away) July 17th/18th. Listry V Dromid Pearse (home) July 31st/ August 1st. Best of Luck to Marc, Management and Listry Senior Team in the championship. KERRY SENIOR LADIES CHAMPIONSHIP: Congratulations to Listry's Mairead Le-

FIXTURES: Games will be allowed from Monday, 7th June. Beaufort's first game will be minor men away to Asdee/Ballylongford/Ballydonoghue/Clounmacon on Monday, 7th at 7.30pm. COVID-19 match guidelines for players, management and spectators will be received by the Club this week. MEMBERSHIP: Every GAA member must set up a return to play/foireann account in order to register. Go to www.foireann. ie and follow the guidelines. If you had a return to play account in 2020, it will do to update and save that one. Membership for 2021 is now due. Please contact Patie Hartnett, 087 2515311 for Club and gym membership and Susan Barrett, 086 2632219 for Ladies membership. Membership can also be paid online at www. beaufortgaa.ie or www.foireann.ie. CLOTHES COLLECTION: Thank you to everybody who donated to the clothes collection last week and to all the organisers.

Kilcummin GAA GET IRELAND WALKING KEEP WELL INITIATIVE: Kilcummin GAA Walking Track is open to all members of the community up until June 28 (members and non-members) as part of this initiative. Just download the "Get Ireland Walking" App, find Kilcummin GAA and book your slot, as many as you want over the 6 weeks. Walkers must register their slots for both public health and insurances purposes. The App will facilitate a slot for an individual or family pod ensuring all are kept seperate. Please adhere to public health guidelines. Download App at bit.ly.3bzNS15. GYM MEMBERSHIP is available for €150 which includes membership of the club and access to its walking track and facilities. Contact Willie 085 7882288. SHARE THE POT: Congratulations to Allison Piggott, Cockhill who was the winner of €283.75 from Kilcummin GAA ‘share the pot’ last night. Next draw Sunday, June 13. Tickets €2.50 each available in

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SPORT NOTES Kilcummin P.O., Paddy O Keeffe's Gattabawn or www.kilcummingaa.com. SPRING CLEANUP 2021: The annual Spring Clean-up is ongoing at the moment and anyone wishing to volunteer can pick up bags at the Rural Development or bags can be dropped to your residence if you so wish by contacting Tony on 087 6258641. Up to now the response from the community is very positive and new volunteers will always be very welcome. Your participation will be much appreciated. Ní neart go cur le chéile. LOTTO: Our Club lotto will re-commence on Monday, June 7 for a jackpot of €4,500. A text will go out to all seller advising this and an e-mail to members. Lotto will take place at 9pm, tickets can be handed in from 8pm that evening.

WILLIE PARKER MEMORIAL: We play our first major this Bank Holiday Sunday as the Willie Parker returns with a 36 hole Singles Strokeplay draw at 9am. Entry €10 per player. The usual Sunday draws will be on Monday instead at 9.15am and 11am. CLUBHOUSE: Open during June from 12pm-8pm. Enquiries 087 7823138.

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East Kerry GAA BEST WISHES to spa Delegate to East Kerry Board John O'Donoghue who is to be co-opted to Kerry County Council on June 21 as replacement of Michael Gleeson.

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies) RESULTS: Ladies Competition. May 30. Safeguard Security 18 Holes stableford MP. 1st Mary Looney 43 (38), 2nd Leila Moloney 42 (17) Bk 9, B/G Amy Arthur 34, 3rd Ann Stuart 42 (16), 4th Ursula Daly 40 (21) Bk6, 5th Bridie Fitzgerald 39 (21) Bk 9, 6th Carmel O’Brien 39 (29), 7th Mary MacMonagle 38 (40) B9. FIXTURES: June 5/6. Sponsored by The Tee Shop (Paul and Sheila Cotter). 18 Holes stableford Killeen.

Ross Golf Club (Ladies) MEET: Meet and play each Wednesday morning meet at 10.15 for 10.30am. All members welcome. RESULTS: Ladies 9 hole single stableford competition held on Friday, May 28. Good turnout and results to follow. CONDOLENCES to Breda McCarthy and extended McCarthy family on the sad passing of Denis McCarthy. Denis was a long standing and valued member of Ross Golf Club for many years.

Ross Golf Club (Men’s) RESULTS: May 29/30. Single stableford competition. 1st John Lyne (22) 45, 2nd Jimmy Smyth (14) 45, 3rd Noel O’Donoghue (19) 42, 4th Jonathan Casey (9) 41. FIXTURE: On Sat and Sun June 5/6 we will hold a Strokeplay which will also be a qualifier for the Club Matchplay Championship. The top 16 will qualify for the Club Matchplay championship. The entry fee will be €10 and the timesheet is now available in the clubhouse.

Muckross Rowing Club RETURN TO EVENTS: Following the government’s latest update on COVID-19 public health restrictions last weekend, a return to competitive sport events is

PITCH & PUTT: Ryan McCarthy pictured with the Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club U16 Matchplay Claret Jug after winning last Saturday's delayed staging of the 2020 competition. Runner-Up was Cillian Courtney with Cathal Kelly and TJ O'Sullivan the beaten semi-finalists.

finally in sight. Outdoor sport events are permitted to resume from Monday, June 7 with 100 (max) permitted at suitable venues and up to 200 permitted in venues with accredited capacity for at least 5,000. This will allow for local and small scale regattas with limited attendance from June onwards. Gym training on an individual basis will also return from June 7. Subject to maintaining progress in suppressing the virus, restrictions are set to be eased further from Monday, July 5 with increased numbers allowed at outdoor events, indoor training for groups of up to six and a return of indoor events on a limited basis. CHAMPIONSHIPS: After the COVID hiatus in 2020, Championship rowing is set to make its return this summer with the following fixtures planned subject to continued suppression of the virus. Irish Coastal Rowing Championships (hosted by Portmagee RC): National Rowing Centre, Cork, 13-15 August. Irish Rowing Championships (Flat Water – hosted by Rowing Ireland): National Rowing Centre, Cork, 20-22 August. Irish Offshore Rowing Championships (hosted by Bantry RC): Bantry, 4-5 September.

Killarney Rugby MINIS: Our Minis held our final training session, last Saturday, in brilliant sunshine at Aghadoe. All of the kids were presented with medals and a goodie bag as a reward for all their hard work right across what was an unconventional season! A huge thank you must go to our players and parents for the huge support across the season. A fond farewell to our U12 who depart Minis for U14 rugby next season. Also to our amazing coaches at all ages - you guys played a blinder. The quality of rugby and smiles from the kids

on the final day said it all really. Thanks to our front of house Mags who had a big smile and welcome for all at sign in at training each week as well as all the volunteers who helped us out in any way. Thanks also to our Minis Coordinator Liam Murphy for all the hard work steering the ship over the year. We look forward to seeing you all next August as we start a new season! AGM: We held our AGM last Monday evening. Thanks to all who attended the online meeting. Further details on the AGM will be posted online this week.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club U16 CLUB MATCHPLAY: We finally got our delayed 2020 staging of the U16 Club Matchplay played last Saturday morning. We had some great matches that went all to sudden death in some cases before Ryan McCarthy (Championship) and Robbie Harnett (Plate) were the winners of the two events. Thanks to U16 Officer Kieran Fitzpatrick for organising the event as well as Trophyworld Tralee (Championship) and the Keogh family (Plate) for their continued support of these events. Results- Championship- Winner: Ryan McCarthy 4&3, Runner-Up: Cillian Courtney, Semi-Finalists: Cathal Kelly & TJ O'Sullivan Plate- Winner: Robbie Harnett 1up, Runner-Up: Fintan Martin. SUNDAY DRAWS: Fourball V Par- First Nett: Gearoid Cronin & Niall O'Loughlin 12up (B9), Gross: Sean Ashe & Sean O'Brien 6up, Second Nett: Mark O'Shea & Betty O'Brien 12up, Hole-In-One: Noel Moynihan (5th Hole). Wednesday Scramble: Wednesday May 26th- Nett: Robbie O’Brien Snr & Jason O’Connor 37. Open to all club members each Wednesday at 6.45pm. Entry €5 per player.

LOTTO: No winner of our lotto draw May 28, numbers drawn were 5, 9, 15 & 22. Sellers prize winner Margaret Hayes, €50 y/t prize to Garrett Thompson Gloungriskeen, €50 to Mossy Teahan Coom, €40 each to Killarney Crew c/o Nealy Warren, Patrick McCarthy Gneeveguila PO & Ronan Collions Banard. Bonus not won, numbers drawn were 12, 18, 20 & 21. Next week’s jackpot €19,600 plus €1,000 bonus. TRAINING: Training schedule is as follows: Tuesday 7.00 pm Gneeveguilla Hall, Tuesday 7.00 pm Glenlara GAA Field, Friday 7.00 pm Barradubh Community Field. Training will continue until July. COMPETITION: We will once again be hosting our mile and half-mile series during the month of July. More details later. LOTTO: For whose yearly tickets or half yearly tickets which fell due in early May, if you can arrange to pay your subscription asap, thanks to all those who have paid up. Lotto is now €19,600.

Killarney Valley AC CAMP: The Killarney Valley AC arena is holding this July and August the Fun 4 All kids camp! This camp is for 5-12 year olds at our brand new and exciting multi activity summer camp. The camp will be running in July and August with limited spaces available. This camp is great value, offering the children a week full of thrilling, fun games and a guaranteed smile on their face at the end of each day. The camp is located in the Killarney Valley AC Arena, which includes a state of the art track, a basketball court and an Astro pitch. This amazing facility presents with a safe, secure and healthy environment for all children attending the camp. Fun 4 All kids camp’s daily activity has been designed by our very experienced camp organiser Alanna Kiely. This includes dress up theme days, obstacle courses, competitions, quiz and many more interactive games. All profit goes to the fund to help maintain the facility, located in the centre of the Killarney school area and home of Killarney Valley AC. All of the facilitators have been Garda vetted and are experienced. The camp also encourages physical activities, healthy habits and most importantly, keeping kids smiling and laughing.There will also be weekly visits from known personalities. For more information and bookings, check killarneyvalleyac.ie/events or call 085 1395943.

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