KILLARNEY ADVERTISER 7 APRIL 2023

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UK specialists train fire crews to prevent future Park devastation

A specialist UK company spent the week training local fire staff to help prevent a repeat of the 2021 devastating fire in Killarney National Park.

| By Sean Moriarty

Staff within Killarney National Park began training with Rob Gazzard who is a chartered forester and surveyor with international experience in forestry, contingency planning, incident management and wildfires.

The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) purchased vehicles fitted with water pumps, and with the latest technology including thermal surveillance, drone operator and helicopter on standby, it will ensure the response from emergency crews is immediate.

In April 2021, fires tore through Killarney National Park causing extensive damage. Up to one third of the Park - approx. 2,500 hectares – was scorched with flora and fauna wiped out. Some fires came as close as 10 metres to a church and school in the Black Valley area. Fire crews from five different districts concentrated on the area which also saw properties under threat. The Park was designated a UNESCO Biosphere Re-

serve in 1982 and forms part of a Special Area of Conservation. It is of high ecological value because of the quality, diversity, and extensiveness of many of its habitats and the wide variety of species that they accommodate. It also has the most extensive covering of native forest remaining in Ireland. “We are liaising with four international groups on best practices, early smoke and fire detection appliances capable of spotting a fire outbreak, will ensure our staff and Kerry County Council Fire Services will be able to respond and prevent a repeat of the 2021 devastation in the Park, when over 2,500 hectares were destroyed," said Regional Manager of the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Southern Division, Eamonn Meskell.

"NPWS management and staff meet regularly with the fire services and a detailed safety plan of the Park is ready.

“A helicopter company is on retainer, in the event of another fire it will carry specialised Bambi buckets, capable of delivering water for aerial firefighting.”

Brian taking on toughest foot race on Earth

| By Michelle Crean

With searing temperatures of up to 50 degrees in the Sahara Desert - local fitness expert Brian Foley is planning to take on what is regarded as the toughest foot race on Earth.

Brian, who runs Activate Fitness on the Ballycasheen Road, is currently putting in hours of gruelling training every week for the six day 251km Marathon Des Sables event.

He's heading off on April 20, starting the ultra marathon the next day. This multi-day race is held every year in southern Morocco with the longest single stage 91km.

"It’s roughly six marathons in six days in

the desert, around 50° heat at the height of the day and around 5° at night," Brian, who writes a regular fitness column for the Killarney Advertiser, said. The race is self supported, so he'll be carrying everything except water which is supplied.

"It's a big undertaking. I plan to have around 10kg weight on my back."

Brian set up 'Marathons for the Mind' as he wanted to help raise awareness of mental health issues and to raise funds for the vital services that some amazing mental health charities provide. So far he has raised just under €2,000 of his €5,000 target.

"The whole idea came about eight years ago when I was chatting to a girl in Australia. I did an ultramarathon on the Great Ocean Road. Then between lockdowns

and having our first child last year it spurred me on a bit."

January 2022 was the beginning of the gruelling plan as Brian registered for the challenge.

"I threw my hat in the ring then but it's the last five to six months that the training ramped up. I'm doing nearly 200kms a week on The Kerry Way, Rossbeigh and Banna."

He also explained that he's building his time up to four to five hours a day in the sauna to help get his body ready for the temperature in the desert.

"This might be my last big adventure," Brian, who is due his second child this August with his wife Roisin, added.

They're holding a table quiz next Wednesday night in the Brehon at 7.30pm.

It’s €40 for a table of 4 with plenty of spot prizes on the night.

To follow Brian's journey go to Instagram: 'Marathons for the Mind'.

To make a donation go to GoFundMe: Mental Health Charities (Pieta & YSPI).

CHALLENGE: Activate Gym owner Brian Foley is taking on a monumental task of a 251km ultramarathon.

Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

SECRET: Killarney directors and actors Luke Courtney, Ben Bowler, Mikie Galvin and Ellen O’Shea will have to wait until Wednesday to see how they fared in a national young filmmakers competition.

Killarney filmmakers to feature on RTÉ

Young filmmakers and actors from Killarney will feature on RTÉ 2 on Wednesday night.

| By Sean Moriarty

Local talent was well represented at the Fresh Film Festival in Limerick on March 30.

Director Glen Bowler, in association with Killarney Camera Club, St Brendan’s College and West End House School of Arts presented his short movie ‘The Legend of Patrick Greenwood’ which featured local actors Mikie Galvin, Ellen O’Shea and Luke Courtney.

Rachel Griffin also showcased her short film ‘The Time I Spoke To The Sky’. Both Killarney filmmakers are in line for Ireland's Young Filmmaker of the Year award and while the results are now

€96k funding to fix Board of Works Road

€96,000 has been allocated to fix Beaufort's Board of Works Road which is in a bad need of repair with works due to start after the May Bank Holiday weekend.

The news was this week welcomed by local Fianna Fáil Councillor, Michael Cahill who says locals "have endured their fair share of hardship over many years with numerous water breaks, water outages and a road that has been in a shocking state of repair".

“These funds are extremely welcome and are to be supported by additional significant funding from Uisce Éireann to reinstate all sections of roadway on the Board of Works Road in Beaufort affected by the essential pipe laying works carried out there," Councillor Cahill, speaking at a recent meeting of Kerry County Council, said.

"I fought long and hard to improve the Beaufort water supply, which was badly needed, but also to ensure that the road surface would be repaired to a proper standard. The Board of Works road,

Beaufort is by far the busiest county road in Kerry. It is the most populated county road, it carries the most traffic, it is the main thoroughfare between Killarney and Dromid, Waterville, Glencar, Beaufort etc, and for most people travelling to the Gap at Dunloe and the McGillycuddy Reeks," he said.

“I am now delighted to report that my efforts are being rewarded and, not alone will the water supply locally be top class, but the road surface will now also be brought up to a proper standard.”

known to participants, they remain a closely guarded secret until Wednesday night’s RTÉ broadcast.

“This festival received 1,000 entries and on the day 34 finalists were shown,” explained Glen’s father Brian.

“The event was recorded for TV. There is a strict media blackout on proceedings, however, it will be televised so tune in to find out how things went for these creative and brave Killarney locals.”

‘Ireland's Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards 2023’ will air at 7pm next Wednesday night when Stephen Byrne and Gemma Bradley host the 27th annual ceremony for young budding filmmakers between the ages of seven and 18.

Buskers

face €75 fine as new bye-laws come into force

Buskers in Killarney are now restricted to just two hours playing time after new bye-laws were passed last week.

Street performers will be required to limit their amplifiers to 80 decibels and will face a fine of €75 or prosecution in the District Court for not adhering to strict new rules.

The new busking bye-laws were adopted by the Killarney Municipal District last week after months of talks and debates. Buskers will require a street permit too. Town centre residents had raised con-

cerns that busking went on too late into the night and that late night busking attracted an unruly crowd.

"Busking is more than welcome in Killarney. It adds massively to our town. But where there are problems they are severe and what is not welcome is foul language, one-track music, and staying in the same place all day," Mayor of Killarney, Niall Kelleher, said.

Killarney Municipal District officials examined similar laws in places like Ennis and Galway before making a decision on local laws.

BUSKING: New busking bye-laws came into force this week.

REPAIRS: Cllr Michael Cahill has welcomed funding for the Board of Works Road in Beaufort.

| By Michelle Crean

T OWN TALK

Killarney students honoured at Certified Irish Angus Awards

Three students from St Brigid's were celebrated at the annual Certified Irish Angus Schools competition in Croke Park.

Katie Donoghue, Abbie Daly, and Alanna Brady attended the prestigious grand final in the Hogan Suite on Friday after successfully completing a research project and rearing five Angus calves for 18 months.

The Certified Irish Angus Schools’ Competition in association with ABP and Kepak is an initiative that challenges students to rear five Irish Angus Cross calves for 18 months until their slaughter which aids their Leaving Certificate Agricultural Science curriculum. It aims to promote the Certified Irish Angus brand while communicating the care and attention required to produce quality beef for consumers.

The Killarney students researched methods of 'Improving Farm Outcomes Through Education'. The study focused on how local farmers can effectively apply educational resources from industry experts to their own farms. By sharing their knowledge at

Lucky escape for man asleep in bin

| By Sean Moriarty

A man who was sleeping rough in Killarney overnight had a lucky escape after the bin he was in was tipped into a refuse truck.

local discussion groups, the farmers were able to review new farming practices and share honest assessments with their peers. The groups targeted were experienced and young farmers which proved to be vital to successful discussions around environmental beef farming practices. Currently, farming industry experts are judging this year’s 42 shortlisted projects and will select five finalists. The five schools that best demonstrate an understanding of the project along with innovative ideas will be announced in September and will receive their calves at the National Ploughing Championships in September 2023. Each of the finalists will receive the financial benefit involved in the selling of the animals to the processors on completion of the project which amounted to an average €7,500. The winning students also receive an additional grant of €2,000 for their further education.

During its early morning rounds on Tuesday, a bin lorry and its crew picked up a number of large rubbish bins on Main St. The bins were tipped in to the compactor section of the truck. By the time the crew arrived at the top of New Street a crew member spotted a person's head in the compactor section and raised the alarm. The man who slept in the bin overnight was found in the middle of all the rubbish. Emergency Services were called to the scene at about 8am and the man was extracted and taken to University Hospital Kerry with chest injuries.

“He was a lucky man,” the Emergency Services told the Killarney Advertiser.

“The crew operator saw him in the back of the lorry and raised the alarm. He was very lucky, this was one of the older type rubbish compactors that compacts after every 10th or so bin is placed in the truck. Modern trucks compact on every tip.”

The Killarney Advertiser understands that this is the second such incident in the town in recent weeks. Jarveys operating near the HaHa found a different man asleep in a bin in a nearby laneway in March.

EXHIBIT: Katie Donoghue, Abbie Daly, and Alanna Brady exhibited at the Certified Irish Angus Schools Competition in Croke Park on Friday.

Photo: Fennell Photography

50 YEARS: Cyril and Nellie Boggins, Ardshanavooly (seated centre), pictured at the International Hotel on Saturday with their family and friends celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Photo: Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

CLOSE CALL: A man had to be rescued from a bin truck on Tuesday morning after he sleep in a bin overnight.

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Muckross Park named Wedding Venue of the Year Munster

The Muckross Park Hotel & Spa has been named Wedding Venue of the Year Munster.

The hotel, part of the iNUA Collection, was recognised for its excellence in wedding venues and event management by the Weddings Online Awards 2023. The announcement was made last week at the Mullingar Park Hotel.

From a Medival Atrium and Victorian banqueting room to a modern ballroom, Muckross Park offers the ultimate tailored five-star experience to couples. They can cater for intimate celebrations up to 270 with options of indoor or outdoor civil ceremony spaces with two banqueting suites to choose from.

The Weddings Online Awards 2023 recognises excellence in the Irish wedding industry, with winners chosen by a panel of expert judges and a public vote.

The wedding team at Muckross Park,

ORM Accountants shortlisted in Irish Accountancy Awards

A local accountancy firm is in line for a prestigious national award.

ORM Accountants based in New St provide an accountancy service for business owners.

comprising of Orla O’Driscoll and Niall Tangney, are thrilled with the feedback received from the judging panel of the prestigious Weddings Online awards.

“We are absolutely over the moon," Orla, who is the Weddings Sales Manager for the hotel, said.

"Judges reviewed many elements of the wedding offering at the Muckross Park Hotel and the other properties we competed against within the Munster region, including social media presence, previous couples' wedding reviews and current processes put in place to make planning fun and simple for our couples.”

For enquiries email weddings@muckrosspark.com.

AWARD: The wedding team at Muckross Park, Niall Tangney and Orla O’Driscoll, have received a prestigious Weddings Online award.

They have been shortlisted in the 'Advisory Team of the Year – SME Finance' category at the prestigious Irish Accountancy Awards who measure the best elements of accountancy practices the length and breadth of the country.

The winners will be announced at the gala awards on Thursday, May 25 at The Crowne Plaza Hotel, Santry, Dublin.

“It is a great achievement to be shortlisted with all our esteemed colleagues and we are delighted with the industry recognition of our expertise and service,"

Managing Director, John Mannix, said. "It really speaks volumes in terms of our team and partners here at ORM. We would like to wish all the finalists the best and we look forward to the awards ceremony in May when the 2023 winners will be announced. Fingers crossed we will get over the line!"

He explained that ORM Accountants offer tailored solutions in helping business owners maximise their opportunities to create and maintain wealth.

"Our team are very much focused on helping business owners become much more profitable, through better profitability strategies, better systems and through using technology such as Xero and other Apps to be more efficient."

€80k needed to update Killarney Water Rescue equipment

| By Michelle Crean

€80,000 is needed to help update Killarney

Almost

Water Rescue's equipment and kind-hearted staff from a local hotel are ready to help out.

The Muckross Park Hotel and Spa will be hosting a fundraising evening in aid of the important local Killarney rescue group on April 14 in Colgans Bar.

Killarney Water Rescue is an entire volunteer-based service that operates 24/7, 365 days a year and supports other clubs and services such as Kerry Mountain Rescue, Irish Underwater Search and Recovery Council, National Parks and Wildlife Service, and the Irish Coast Guard.

Founded 25 years ago, some of their equipment is ageing and in dire need of replacement, Brian Murphy, Sales and Marketing Executive at The Muckross Park Hotel & Spa, explained.

"Killarney Water Rescue rely on generous donations from the public throughout the year via street collections, bag packing, and fundraising events, which have

all been severely impacted by the effects of COVID-19. Currently, they are working hard to replace three of their longest-serving rescue boats with a total cost of €70,978.34 including new engines.

"The additional €9,021.66 is needed for the replacement of their diver's full-face mask and communications units so that they can continue assisting with underwater searches," he said.

"Replacing this equipment will help them ensure their future survival and continue to serve the local community and emergency services."

By donating to the Killarney Water Rescue, you can help support and make a real difference to the organisation. Donations can be made via GoFundMe: 'Fundraising Evening - Killarney Water Rescue'.

"Any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause. Together, we can help these amazing people save more lives by donating to their organisation.

"Help us to help them, and continue their work in the search and recovery of those lost in our inland lakes, rivers, and at sea."

SHORTLISTED: Mike Brouder, John Mannix, John O’Rourke, Sarah Harmon from ORM Accountants on New St are delighted to be shortlisted for a prestigious award.

Locals take part in 5k and bake sale fundraiser

Muckross community came out in force to support the Loughquittane NS fundraiser last Sunday.

Pupils, staff, parents and the local community enjoyed the glorious weather on the 5k sponsored walk that took off from Muckross Community Centre. A bake sale followed with many delicious

Kilcummin's brainest turn out for table quiz

treats on offer, so tasty even the Easter Bunny showed up much to the delight of all the children.

The Art House Killarney were there to inject further excitement with creative face painting.

"A big thank you to all who donated and made the day a big success," Fiona Kavanagh said.

Thursday

night last saw most of the “clever clogs” and "wise guys” of the Kilcummin Parish and beyond, congregate at the Klub Bar.

A huge turn out for the evening's event, the Kilcummin Parents Association Family Table Quiz, is what unfolded with 42 tables being registered on the night. Quiz Master extraordinaire Cathal Walshe orchestrated affairs on the night and such was the crowd in attendance Mary Theresa Moriarty was promoted and called upon to assist in portraying the questions to the large crowd. Not only did the night deliver a brain teasing quiz for all in attendance, but a monster raffle with an array of fabulous prizes were on offer to be won. There was also a very special visit from the very busy Easter Bunny who arrived to much fanfare and delivered some East-

er eggs to the boys and girls in attendance, a prelude to the impending season of Easter.

"The Parents Association would like to express their gratitude to all who sponsored prizes for the raffle and in particular, all those who attended and participated on the night," Joanne O'Sullivan, Chairperson for the Kilcummin Parents Association, said.

"Thanks to John and his staff in the Klub Bar for all their work setting up and helping out. Finally we would like to thank Kilcummin GAA for the use of the hall and their facilities. We’re looking forward to next year already."

FUNDRAISER: Muckross locals supported the Loughquittane NS fundraiser last Sunday.

The winning adult's table with Cathal Walshe presenting their €100 cash prize which they kindly gave back to the school funds. Pictured were: Seán Finnegan, Sarah Pigott, Louise Finnegan, Eamon O'Donoghue, Pat O'Donoghue, Gerry Pigott and Treasa O'Donoghue.

Committee members from the Kilcummin Parents Association. From l-r were: Máire O'Mahony, Geraldine Pigott, Eileen Nagle, Mary T Moriarty, Ann Marie O'Leary, Cathal Walshe (Quiz Master), Joanne O'Sullivan, Maureen Fleming, Irene O'Donoghue, Martina O'Riordan and Paula O'Connor.

Timmy Moriarty, Seán O'Leary, Daragh Fleming and Stanley Trott.

Creative kids part of national launch

Two creative school pupils from Killarney were part of a national launch with Government ministers last week.

| By Michelle Crean

Cailean Laing (11) is a Fifth Class pupil in Two Mile Community National School, and John O'Brien from The Mon, were invited to the launch of the new Creative Youth Plan 2023-2027 which will further embed creativity into the centre of the lives of Ireland’s young people.

The plan, launched at the National Gallery of Ireland, aims to enable the creative potential of every child and young person. The boys met with Minister for Education Norma Foley TD, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media Catherine Martin TD, Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth Roderic O'Gorman TD, and they were also interviewed by a panel of young people.

Cailean and his mom Tara Donoghue Laing were asked to attend because Tara is a creative facilitator for Kerry Local Creative Youth Partnership (LCYP) which was established in 2019 under a pilot initiative to support and enhance child and youth creativity in Kerry.

Kerry LCYP is a collaboration between creative practitioners, cultural organisations and resources, Kerry Education and

Training Board, Kerry County Council, Kerry Education Centre, Kerry County Childcare Committee, Schools (Primary and Post Primary), Youth Officers, youth service providers and family resource centres.

The objective is to provide out of school creative activities for children and young people that complement and work with formal school settings in a non-mainstream manner.

Cailean and Tara created 'Through Our Eyes', a photography project undertaken during lockdown.

A book launch of their work and an exhibition will take place at the County Museum Tralee on April 22.

"Cailean was very proud to see his photography on the walls of the National Gallery of Ireland," Tara told the Killarney Advertiser.

"I was also extremely proud as a mother and as a creative facilitator to see projects that we created in Kerry being appreciated by the ministers in Dublin.

"It is a huge achievement for the children for their creativity to be recognised and I hope it will continue to motivate their photography further."

London call up for two Killarney footballers

Two Killarney men have been selected for the London Senior Football team ahead of the All-Ireland football championship.

The Exiles campaign gets underway on Saturday with a Connacht Championship quarter final in Ruislip.

Former Dr Crokes player Conor O’Neill

and Spa GAA’s Matt Moynihan are two of five Kerry men selected for the London panel.

O’Neill plays his London football with Kingdom Kerry Gaels while Moynihan serves with Tir Chonaill Gaels.

The Killarney men are joined by Chris Farley (Dromid Pearses), Ruadhan McCarthy (Dingle) and Thomas Lenihan (Churchill).

Féile Lughnasadh Milltown back and bigger than ever!

| By Sean Moriarty

Organisers of this year's Féile Lughnasadh are in talks with a number of international acts ahead of its annual festival in August.

The Milltown festival, which takes place from August 3 to 6 this year, is renowned for bringing big names to the mid-Kerry town.

In the past the festival has hosted the likes of The Chieftains and last year the headline act was accordionist Sharon Shannon.

"We were very proud to host a performer of the calibre of Sharon Shannon in Milltown," said organiser Owen O'Shea. "Milltown has hosted some major acts from The Chieftains to Kila to Michael

O Suilleabhán over recent years, and this year we intend to maintain this high standard with another programme of globally-renowned acts."

The festival will open with a parade and launch on Thursday night (August 3) and this will be followed by the ever-popular 'Singing Club'.

"This will be a brilliant occasion for music lovers, and will be 100% free to all,” said organiser Vincent Prendergast.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday will feature open air concerts in the town square, while Sunday afternoon will feature the open-air céilí and fun events for families.

"This will be the best event in the country this August weekend, it's the place to be," added Turlough O'Brien, the chair of the local Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann branch.

CREATIVE KIDS: John O'Brien, Cailean Laing and Deirdre Enright (Kerry LCYP Coordinator) pictured in Dublin at the Creative Youth Plan 2023-2027 launch last week.

Photo: Tara Donoghue

CHASE: Riordan O'Rourke of Leitrim try to escape from Matt Moynihan of London during the 2022 season. The Exiles All-Ireland championship gets underway this weekend. Photo: Ben McShane/Sportsfile

FESTIVAL: The best in trad will return to Milltown with the Féile Lughnasadh Festival this August. Pictured are Louise O’Shea and Neasa O’Shea. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

Chairperson Pat O’Leary spoke of how the tourism industry of Kerry has used the platform of KTIF since its establishment in 2020 to form solutions to challenges faced by the industry and represent the industry with a collective voice at both county and national level.

In its four years of operation, KTIF has also raised the profile and advocated for tourism industry education and upskilling.

In 2021 and 2022, KTIF’s active sustainability sub-committee worked with industry partners to achieve a Global Destination Sustainability ranking of 13th in the world.

The federation also continues to lead the collaborative destination marketing for Kerry through its tourism brand Discover Kerry.

Members of KTIF are being encouraged to support the development of www. discoverkerry.com which is a partnership project of KTIF, Kerry SciTech, and Kerry County Council.

Chairperson Pat O’Leary is encouraging

Collaboration and engagement key to federation’s success

the business and tourism communities around Kerry to engage further with the Kerry Tourism Industry Federation member organisation.

KTIF also welcomed the Fáilte Ireland team to the meeting and Jill de Azevedo presented visitor survey findings for Kerry which was very positive and gave much encouragement as well as points

for discussion for the members.

“We are encouraged by the support of the many local business and community alliances, regional tourism networks, and representative agencies who make up the Kerry Tourism Industry Federation membership," Pat O’Leary said. "Together, we will continue to advocate for the tourism industry at local and na-

tional Government levels, provide the platform and forum for the development of sustainability policies and initiatives for the tourism sector, support industry education/upskilling and collaborative destination marketing for Kerry.”

Macra to hold fundraising table quiz

Killarney Macra are hoping people will have their general knowledge to hand as they're planning a table quiz next week.

The quiz will take place upstairs in Courtney’s Bar Killarney beginning at 8pm next Friday (April 14).

There will be finger food and a raffle on the night and a table of 4 is €40.

"All welcome to come along for what is guaranteed to be a great night’s entertainment," Mary Kelliher, Killarney Macra PRO, said.

"A variety of rounds will be played on the night. All money raised will go towards the running and development of our club."

TABLE QUIZ: Members of the Killarney Macra Club are holding a fundraiser next week.

Sean Cooney (Great Southern Killarney) and Breffni Ingerton, Becky Hargrove and Mike Buckley (Kerry Convention Bureau).

Photo: Don MacMonagle

Members of the Kerry Tourism Industry Federation Sustainability Sub-committee at the Kerry Tourism Industry Federation members meeting in The Gleneagle Hotel. From l-r were: Gráinne Kelliher, Mary Rose Stafford, John Edwards, Ann Courtney, and Becky Hargrove.

Photo: Don MacMonagle

Rose Wall (Listowel Business and Community Alliance) and Colette O’Connor (Tralee Chamber Alliance), Claire O’Shea (Kerry College) and Joan Flavin (Listowel Business and Community Alliance) at the Kerry Tourism Industry Federation members meeting.

Photo: Don MacMonagle

Emer Corridan (Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce and Irish Hotel Federation Kerry Branch) and Pádraig Treacy of (Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce). Photo: Don MacMonagle

Kerry Tourism Industry Federation (KTIF) held a Members’ Day at the Gleneagle Hotel last week.

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OsKaRs night a huge success as students reach for the stars!

It was a night full of glitz and glam as over 2000 guests attended St Francis Special School's ‘A Night at the OsKaRs' in the INEC.

| By Sean Moriarty

The school teamed up with Kevin Rowe Events on Thursday night as a fundraiser for services for the students whose motto is 'Reach for the Stars'.

The ambitious project involved students, staff and supporters who come together to make seven short films based on famous movies with teachers, SNAs, the secretary, house staff, bus escorts, parents, family and members of the children’s therapy team.

They each competed for titles like Best Actor, Best Actress and Best Supporting Actor during the night's event.

The judging panel included former GAA star and TV pundit Pat Spillane, the famous dancing Garda Mary Gardiner, radio DJ Brendan Fuller and comedian Bernard Casey.

A four-person committee was led by principal Keith O Brolacháin.

“The Ring of Kerry Cycle race is one of our biggest fundraisers,” said committee member Fiona Carroll.

“I was involved in that and straight afterwards Keith approached me with this idea. My first thought was no way, this can’t work, but he had done something similar at his previous school in Cobh. It was an amazing journey and an amazing night . The kids from the school stole the show with their performance of ‘The Greatest Showman’ – a story about people hidden from society and very fitting with our motto ‘Reach for the Stars’.

"All money raised is going to refurbishing our therapy rooms including speech and language, occupational therapy and sen-

rooms."

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Lorraine Breen, Majella Breen and Mary O'Sullivan pictured at Saint Francis Special School ‘A Night at the OsKaRs’ in the INEC. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Daniel Horgan the star of 'Calendar Girls' being interviewed on the stage at the INEC, Killarney. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

At the Saint Francis Special School ‘A Night at the OsKaRs’ , from left: Geraldine McMahon, Jane MacMonagle and Pauline Cronin. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

APPROVAL: Comedian Bernard Casey, enjoying the films at Saint Francis Special School ‘A Night at the OsKaRs’ presented by the staff and children in association with Kevin Rowe Events and the INEC, Killarney.

Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Garda Mary Gardiner and broadcaster Pat Spillane, enjoying the films at Saint Francis Special School ‘A Night at the OsKaRs’ in the INEC, Killarney. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

All the glitz and glamour at Saint Francis Special School ‘A Night at the OsKaRs’ presented by the staff and children in association with Kevin Rowe Events and the INEC, Killarney. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Over 2000 guests attended Saint Francis Special School ‘A Night at the OsKaRs’ presented by the staff and children in association with Kevin Rowe Events and the INEC, Killarney.

Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

At the Saint Francis Special School ‘A Night at the OsKaRs’ in the INEC were Fiona Carroll and her son Dan. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

BIG NIGHT: Aisling Foley, Agatha O'Sullivan, Elaine Kelliher and Fidelma Cremin pictured at the Saint Francis Special School ‘A Night at the OsKaRs’ in the INEC.

Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

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Final send off is bittersweet for Proinsias

Friday was a day of very mixed emotions for retiring school principal Proinsias Mac Curtain as the school community said a fond farewell.

| By Michelle Crean

He got a wonderful send off in Gaelscoil Faithleann on Friday morning last with cake, music, speeches and some tears.

All the children sat in the hall and sang some traditional Irish songs inspired by the John Spillane collection. His wife Karen and children Ruadhán, Meadhbh, and Cormac, were guests of honour.

Local principals including Colm Ó Súilleabháin from St Oliver’s NS, Paul Horan from Holy Family NS Rathmore, Mary Brosnan from The Mon, Brian O'Sullivan from Scoil Bhride Loreto, Alison Coffey of Loughquittane NS, Maria Breen, Tiernaboul NS, and Conor Gleeson from Lissivigeen NS, attended to say farewell to a great friend.

"Local musicians who play with Proinsias on a regular basis turned up and this was a surprise," his colleague Lisa Ní Iar-

laithe told the Killarney Advertiser.

"The school staff and Seán Ó Luanaigh, the Chair of the Board of Management, were all in attendance too."

Every child in the school drew a portrait of their príomhoide and they were all hung in the hall as well as some photos of Proinsias from when he was a small school boy right up to the present day.

"He really enjoyed looking at these surprises on the day. The children presented him with a beautiful piece of slate with a poem close to his heart, a huge card signed by all the children and staff and a cake with the school crest and a feadóg mhór and music notes."

Later that evening the Board of Management treated Proinsias to an evening in the Great Southern Killarney.

"It was a bittersweet occasion," Lisa, who is taking over as principal of the school, added.

Three cheers from all 245 pupils at Gaelscoil Faithleann for Principal Proinsias Mac Curtain (centre) as he retires from the school after 33 years. Photo: Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

A musical affair as Principal Proinsias Mac Curtain (seated centre) retires from Gaelscoil Faithleann after 33 years.

Photo: Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

Sam Maguire makes a special appearance at the Great Southern Killarney where staff from Gaelscoil Faithleann gathered for the retirement of principal Proinsias Mac Curtain after 33 years’ service.

Photo: Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

A fond farewell at Gaelscoil Faithleann for Principal Proinsias Mac Curtain who is presented with a cake from new Principal Lisa Ní Iarlaithe and pupils at the school on Friday as he steps down as principal after 33 years. Photo: Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

Pictured with his family, Principal Proinsias Mac Curtain (centre), retires from Gaelscoil Faithleann after 33 years. From l-r were: Cormac, Meadhbh, Karen and Ruadhán. Photo: Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

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Liebherr scholarship applications now open

Liebherr Container Cranes has announced that applications for the 2023 Liebherr Scholarship Programme are now being taken.

The programme has been running for six years and has expanded to include paid scholarships for students studying various engineering, IT, and automation courses.

This programme is an excellent opportunity for Leaving Certificate and college students to gain a third level qualification and continue their employment with Liebherr upon graduation.

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Did you know that best-selling crime author John Grisham was once a lawyer?

| By Susan Kealy

He wrote The Rainmaker between meetings and court hearings, and then The Firm, A Time to Kill and a whole host of other law-related crime books which became Hollywood blockbusters.

It makes sense that he wrote about what he knew, what fascinated him, what he cared about. And yet, his extreme success did not come from his legal training or even his ability to fight for justice for his clients. It came from his capacity to weave a narrative and to write so articulately - the law simply fuelled his inspiration.

Choosing a career can be tough and terrifying work. The pressure to get it right, to discover your gifts, to judge the jobs-market, to make money, to do what you enjoy; even Grisham would struggle to tie all these plot lines together. The tools we used to choose careers 30 years ago, before constant technological innovation, offshoring, global dependencies, mass migration, remote working and a whole host of other features of the modern world existed, cannot be applied to today.

As a career coach, I would argue that there is no “safe” job anymore and there is no “perfect” career for anyone. Yet there is a direction that may suit a person more than another, a field that might allow for someone to play to their gifts, to make the best contribution they can make. That direction does not have an end-point, and the journey of career exploration is a constant state of learn-

ing, course correcting and acquiring different experiences and skills that allow for a unique offering to the world. I work together with my clients to help them find this direction, to discern whether Due West would be more compatible with who they are than North, not to help them know whether they’ll hit America or the Spice Islands – the adventure is their own. The tools we use to orient the process are coaching and psychometrics; they tell us about the Strengths, Higher purpose, Interests, Non-negotiables and Environmental needs of a person – about their SHINE. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, had studied to become an engineer. He used engineering principles and thought processes to create the Kindle and the Amazon platform. In 2009 he gave a talk to engineering students at Princeton and he told them to try to figure out what they were interested in, not what they thought would make them money. “It’s very difficult to chase after a wave,” he said. "What’s better is to place yourself in the middle of something you genuinely love and wait for the wave to come find you."

If you or someone you know is at school or has recently finished and is trying to navigate their career journey, I am a chartered work and organisational psychologist and have been working with career seekers for over a decade. Susan is based locally in Killarney and can be reached for a confidential chat at skealy@careercraft.ie.

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The scholarship covers tuition fees for the duration of the course, as well as the opportunity to complete work experience during summer vacations and college placements throughout the academic year.

Qualifying degree courses for the scholarship include mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, structural engineering, mechatronics, automation, business information systems, computer science, software development, and data analytics.

Successful scholarship recipients will be given the opportunity to work with Liebherr on innovative technology projects that are changing the way goods are moved around the world.

"Liebherr Container Cranes is proud to continue our tradition of investing in the development and training of young professionals. The scholarship programme is now well established and provides a

pathway to fulfilling careers with Liebherr Container Cranes in Killarney,” said Charlie McCarthy, the Managing Director of Engineering at Liebherr Container Cranes.

“Our company is a world-leading technology company, and we offer exciting opportunities for high-tech jobs in one of the most attractive towns in Ireland. The Liebherr Scholarship Programme is an excellent opportunity for students to gain valuable experience and a degree in several fields that are undergoing significant development.

“At Liebherr, we are at the forefront of technological advancement and design in the field of container handling. The pace of change has really accelerated in recent years, and we look forward to continuing to support and inspire the next generation of Liebherr employees.” Liebherr Container Cranes currently sponsors 26 scholarship recipients, with 12 studying mechanical engineering, two studying structural engineering, eight studying electrical engineering, and four studying computer science. Interested candidates should apply by email to scholarshiprecruit.lcc@liebherr.com. Applicants should include a CV detailing Leaving Certificate/Junior Certificate/college projects and results and a cover letter explaining why they have chosen their specific career path. In the case of Leaving Certificate applicants, a copy of their completed CAO form showing their course choice should be included. Closing date is May 26.

SCHOLARSHIP: Applications for the 2023 Liebherr Scholarship Programme are now being taken. Pictured is Colm Galvin.

CAREER ADVICE: Susan Kealy from Career Craft is a chartered work and organisational psychologist who helps people navigate their career journey.

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Chef looks to the past for culinary inspiration

celebration of the best locally produced seasonal produce.

around the restaurant.

The complete culinary experience finished with homemade Petit Fours, served with teas and coffee. Cormac then went out to the dining room to chat to the guests about the meal and the produce which was used.

He said that "great dishes start with great flavours".

With new chef Cormac Vesey at the helm, the cooking is as skilful as it is tantalising, offering patrons an elegant yet uncomplicated dining experience.

The main hotel restaurant, now called ‘Herbert’s’, is taking a new direction; the menu retains all of the best of the sea and the land and offers gourmet cuisine but without any fussy embellishments. Cormac’s focus on food provenance and seasonal ingredients lies at the heart of everything he does and is the cornerstone of his cooking.

Recently the hotel hosted an eightcourse tasting menu ‘A Taste of Caher-

nane’ in Herbert’s Restaurant.

The fabulous dining experience saw guests enjoying a spectacular menu which was inspired by an old 1960s menu which Cormac found in the old store kitchen. This then inspired the team to look to the past for future culinary inspiration.

The evening provided the kitchen team with the opportunity to showcase the new culinary offering and gave diners the chance to experience the dishes in an elegant and relaxed setting. Each of the courses were beautifully presented and executed and ultimately each dish was a

The original 1960s menu inspired such new dishes as organic salmon with nori and pickled cucumber, asparagus cream soup with a delicate and perfectly formed quail’s egg, lobster au gratin with Kells Bay Dilisk Cheddar and charred leak. The meat dish was just a joy to behold, noisettes of lamb were served with a tarragon jus and delicious Pommes Dauphine. The tropical fruit parfait with roast pineapple and coconut sorbet provided a refreshing taste revival before diners enjoyed a chocolate marquise with burnt apple gel and calvados ice cream. This was reminiscent of old fashioned ‘fizzy apples’ and was the focus of lots of chat

"It’s my job to make the ingredients sing; it’s not my job to over complicate the best that Mother Nature has already provided. I don’t subscribe into the idea that there has to be all of these extra flourishes such as gels and foams to make a dish impressive, great dishes don’t need that. I like to start from the beginning, and to look and see what’s in season. What’s growing now is going to be the very, very best thing on your plate. It’s incredible how something as simple as a spring cabbage or a carrot can become something extraordinary with careful and thoughtful cooking. Ingredients don’t need to be pimped up and made into something they aren’t, they just need to be complemented and matched carefully and thoughtfully.”

The luxurious four-star Cahernane House Hotel is fast becoming known as a food lover’s heaven.

Darren Looney, pictured with the seven course tasting menu at the Cahernane Hotel. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Danny and Sasha Cremin, Limerick with Kevin and Mary Galvin Lixnaw at the Cahernane Hotel Killarney Tasting Menu evening. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Mike and Melissa Culloty, Killarney at the Cahernane Hotel Tasting Menu event. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Emer Corridan (General Manager) pictured with stylist Marietta Doran at the Cahernane Hotel’s Tasting Menu event. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Aileen O'Brien, Tomas Ondrejcak, Lisa Brady and Emer Corridan (General Manager) at the Cahernane Hotel Killarney Tasting Menu evening. Photo: Don MacMonagle

East Kerry kids are a talented bunch

There was an abundance of talent as nine clubs took part in the East Kerry Scór na bPaistí on Sunday.

The event took place in Fossa Community Hall beginning at 3pm with a huge crowd in attendance.

Clubs included Dr. Crokes, Gneeveguilla, Legion, Fossa, Rathmore, Glenflesk, Kilcummin, Spa and Listry and this year's event saw the addition of two new disciplines; solo music and solo dance.

The day began with Solo Dance followed by Recitation, then Solo Music, Solo Singing, Ballad, Leiriú, Figure, Music and Set Dancing.

And the standard was once again very high in East Kerry, Anne Holland, East Kerry Scór Officer, told the Killarney Advertiser.

"It was great to see such wonderful talent coming through on the cultural side of the GAA," she said.

She added a thank you to Bill Mangan of Fossa Community Centre for setting up along with Celine and Chloe O'Sullivan, Dermot Coffey on the door collecting money and soundman Sean O Laoithe, photographer Seamus Healy, judges Frances Healy (recitation and Leiriu), Marie Sheehan (dancing), Rachel O'Connor (Song and Music) and Orla Clifford for solo dance.

"Each of these ladies are very talented in their fields and did an excellent job. Thanks to our Club Scór Ófficers who worked very hard behind the scenes and helped out on the day: Eileen Aherne, Rachel Foley, Celine O'Sullivan, Alison O'Sullivan, Caroline Cox, Maria O'Leary, Aoife O'Mahony, Eileen Hartnett and Cathal Collins and Michael Aherne.

First place advances to the County Semi-Final on April 14 at 7pm in CYMS Hall, Killorglin.

"Former President of the GAA, Sean Kelly, made a flying visit to Fossa to witness

the extremely, talented, primary school children performing on stage. The event is not possible without the wonderful sponsors, she added. Results from Killarney/Kenmare/Caherciveen Credit Union Scor na bPaisti.

Solo Dance:

1: Grace O'Sullivan (Rathmore LGFA)

2: Roisin McAuliffe (Rathmore GAA)

3. Laura Cronin (Rathmore Hurling)

Recitation:

1: Aoibhinn Creedon ((Rathmore LGFA)

2. Cathal Cronin (Rathmore GAA)

3. Lauren O'Sullivan (Spa)

Solo Music

1. Owen Foley (Kilcummin)

2. Olivia Angland (Glenflesk GAA)

3. Kealan Gleeson (Glenflesk GAA)

Solo Singing

1. Clodagh O'Sullivan (Spa)

2. Olivia Angland (Glenflesk)

3. Allie Casey (Dr. Crokes)

Ballad

1. Dr. Crokes

Figure Dancing:

1. Dr. Crokes GAA

2. Rathmore GAA

Leiriù

1. Kilcummin GAA Club

2. Listry GAA Music

1. Glenflesk

2. Kilcummin

3. Listry

Set Dancing

1. Kilcummin

2. Legion

3. Spa

Overall Club

Kilcummin: Awarded to Scór Officer Maria O'Leary

Instrumental music winners Glenflesk including Gary O'Halloran, Sean Kelly, Anne Holland, Karena McCarthy (Credit Union sponsor), and Mike O'Mahony.

Figure Dancing winners Dr Crokes including Gary O'Halloran, Sean Kelly, Anne Holland, Karena McCarthy (Credit Union sponsor), Mike O'Mahony.

Ballad group winners Dr. Crokes including Gary O'Halloran, Sean Kelly Anne Holland, Karena McCarthy (Credit Union sponsor), Mike O'Mahony.

Set Dancing 3rd place Spa. Pictured were: Gary O’Halloran, Sean Kelly, Anne Holland, Karena McCarthy (Credit Union sponsor), and Mike O’Mahony.

Solo dance 1st, 2nd and 3rd place Rathmore with Karena McCarthy (Credit Union sponsor) and Anne Holland (East Kerry Scór Officer).

Brian Nation’s back & he brought whiskey

The world-renowned master distiller left Ireland with a mission to create a whiskey that perfectly brings together the best of Irish & American whiskey making traditions.

But none of the 40 medals Keeper’s Heart Whiskey has earned to date mean as much to him as bringing his whiskey back home to Ireland.

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Eggs-citing Easter Sunday fun day

All the big plans have been made and everyone is guaranteed a great time at what promises to be a very lively afternoon with a host of super activities lined up from 2pm to 5pm.

The cuddly Easter Bunny will be hopping around between 2pm and 4pm, meeting and greeting the children – and the young at heart – and happily posing for souvenir selfies and snapshots.

Visitors are invited to join in the free party which will include a super magic show that will amaze and fascinate, brilliant balloon modelling, fabulous face painting ideas for superheroes and princesses and a fun children’s disco.

The more creative Easter revellers can try their hand at a candle making workshop, with expert guidance on how to

make your own personalised candle and, for the more energetic, there will be bouncy castle fun and games all afternoon, courtesy of A Time to Party.

“It’s going to be a fantastic day with some great surprises and we look forward to meeting everybody,” said centre manager, Paul Sherry.

“While the children are having great fun, the adults can enjoy some shopping or have a cuppa and a chat knowing that the boys and girls are very close by and being well entertained,” he added.

A great weekend of shopping and entertainment is lined up with the Outlet Centre doors opening from 10am to 6pm on both Good Friday and Easter Saturday and from 12 noon to 6pm on Easter Sunday and Monday.

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

European Health Insurance Card

When travelling abroad we should be prepared for all eventualities.

It is very important, if you are holidaying in another EU country, that you bring your European Health Insurance Card in case you or your family need to access medical care.

What is the European Health Insurance Card?

The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) allows you to access public healthcare in another EU/EEA state for free or at a reduced rate. You can use it when you are travelling abroad or when you are staying temporarily in another EU State. It is recommended that you always carry your EHIC when you are abroad. An EHIC does not replace travel insurance.

How long does the card last?

It lasts for up to four years. At the end of that period you will need to renew your card. You can renew it online.

Can I get a European Health Insurance Card?

You can only apply for an European Health Insurance Card if you live in Ireland or if you live in another European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA) Member State, or Switzerland. If you live in Ireland but you are linked to another EU/EEA State's Social Security System, contact the health authorities in that country for more information. If you live in Northern Ireland but are employed in Ireland, you can get an Irish-issued EHIC.

Does the card cover the whole family? Each family member needs their own card. You can apply for the whole family on one application form.

Where can I use it?

You can use your European Health Insurance Card in any European Union or European Economic Area (EEA) country and in Switzerland. Currently, the EEA comprises the 27 Member States of the European Union together with Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein. As Andorra and Monaco are not part of the EU or EEA, your EHIC is not accepted there. Likewise, if you are travelling outside the EU/EEA. In both cases you should get private health insurance instead.

What does the EHIC cover?

It covers free or reduced cost public healthcare in any of the EU and EEA countries, a temporary stay of up to three months, pre-existing medical conditions, routine maternity care - as long as you’re not going there to give birth. If you’re a student studying abroad, you’ll be covered for up to an academic year. It does not cover private healthcare, the cost to fly you back to Ireland, ongoing or permanent healthcare or medical expenses if your reason for going abroad is to have treatment.

Will I have to pay anything for healthcare with my EHIC?

In some EU Member States you may have to make some payment towards the cost of the services you receive, just as people in that State do. This is called a 'patient co-payment' or 'patient share'. You will not receive a refund for this or for private healthcare.

How can I get a refund from the HSE if I paid for healthcare while abroad?

You may be able to get a refund if you had to pay because you did not have your EHIC card with you or the healthcare providers charged you by mistake. Apply for a refund by email. Send your receipts to E126.Refunds@hse.ie. The HSE will send an E126 form to the health authorities in the other State to find out if you used a public health service and how much of a refund is due. When the HSE receive the completed E126 form from the other State, the HSE can see if a refund is due to you or not.

What if I don't have my EHIC before I travel?

If you don't have your European Health Insurance Card for any reason, you can get a Temporary Replacement Certificate. This certificate gives you the same entitlement as the card, but for a shorter period. You can apply online for this certificate, in-person or by post to your Local Health Office. You can only receive a Temporary Replacement Certificate for yourself.

How much does a European Health Insurance Card cost?

There is no fee for the European Health Insurance Card or for a Temporary Replacement Certificate. Renewing a European Health Insurance Card is also free. How do I apply?

You complete an application form and send it to your Local Health Office. You can download the form or pick one up from your local Citizens Information Centre. If you have a medical card or Drug Payment Scheme card, you can apply online.

If you already had an EHIC but it has expired, you can renew it online if you have your old EHIC number and your PPS number, provided that your address has not changed.

For anyone needing information, advice or have an advocacy issue, you can call a member of the local Citizens Information team in Kerry on 0818 07 7860, they will be happy to assist and make an appointment if necessary. The offices are staffed from Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm. Alternatively you can email on tralee@citinfo.ie or log on to www. citizensinformation.ie for further information.

HOP ALONE: The Easter Bunny will be bouncing around the Killarney Outlet Centre this Sunday afternoon.

The Easter Bunny is bouncing its way to town to host the biggest, the best and the most eggs-citing Easter party of them all at Killarney Outlet Centre this Sunday afternoon.

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5,600 flights were late departing Dublin Airport

A staggering 5,600 flights were late departing Dublin Airport in March.

New figures revealed by the Dublin Airport Authority show that 2.48 million people passed through Ireland’s busiest airport last month.

This was 30,000 passengers higher than the number which went through in the previous busiest March in 2019 and 33% higher than in March 2022. This is the third consecutive month of record passenger numbers at Dublin. The airport hosted 18,605 flights. However, only 13,004 left the departures gate on time meaning, on average, 746,480 passengers experienced some sort of a delay at the airport in March.

Some of these were as a result of heavy snowfall in March while more were caused by illegal drone activity in the area.

However, figures for Cork Airport, the second busiest airport in the country, show that 85 percent of its 2,669 flights departed on time in the same period.

There have been calls that Dublin Airport should share some of its flights with regional airports in an effort to reduce delays there and to increase productivity in the smaller airports like Kerry, Cork and Shannon.

This time last year Dublin suffered serious delays at its security bays.

At the time North Kerry councillor Jimmy Moloney called for more flights to

operate in and out of Kerry Airport in an effort to reduce congestion and this week's figures back up his previous calls.

"Our airport has come on leaps and bounds, they installed a new scanning system which I went through the other week. The management is great at securing new routes, and we've recently had new hospitality facilities open up as well,” he said last April.

"Particularly for people in Munster and in South Leinster this airport is a great

What an egg-cellent omelette

Easter Monday will be a day of tradition in the French town of Bessières as hundreds of volunteers crack 15,000 eggs open to make a giant omelette.

option, with how much it costs to travel to Dublin these days, not counting an overnight stay if it is needed, you are saving yourself a load of hassle and there isn't much difference in price.”

Kerry Airport recently announced two new routes to France. It is also expected to announce more new routes shortly.

It currently has nine routes over the summer period, serving Dublin, Alicante, Faro, London Luton and Stansted, Frankfurt and Manchester.

Fun walk to help support young people

In excess of 100 people will take to the road to walk the 8km picturesque trip from The Red Fox Inn to St Finian's Holy Well in Glenbeigh this Easter Monday.

The day will be in support of Killorglin Family Resource Centre and the therapies provided for children and young people including play therapy, counselling, CBT and art therapy. Killorglin Family Resource Centre provided in excess of

500 hours of therapies to children and young people in 2022 with minimum funding.

"It is very relevant that this year's walk is in aid of support for young people given the traditional healing powers of the well," Margaret Wrenn, FRC Manager, said.

"We are very grateful to St Finians Well committee for choosing the family resource centre this year and the support of the local community for organising this

event."

The walk to the well will start from The Red Fox at 1pm, with registration open from 12 noon. A bus will be provided for anyone wishing to attend the Mass at 2pm at the well who is finding the walk difficult. This event is also an ideal opportunity for running groups to participate in. There will be music, children's activities, grand raffle and refreshments at The Red Fox after the walk. Registration is €10 per adult, children free.

Work will begin at 6am when the giant pan and all the utensils are brought to the town square as part of the annual ritual which is celebrating 50 years this year. Then around mid-morning following a parade, volunteers will break the eggs and the pan - which has a large telephone pole as a handle - will be heated up. Two pounds of salt, a pound of pepper and a bucket of herbs will then be added.

As part of getting the recipe just right, a taster will be assigned to make sure the omelette has enough salt and pepper. There could be up to 5,000 waiting in the crowd watching on who will be handed plates of the omelette with French bread.

The team of volunteers - members of the Confrérie Mondiale des Chevaliers de l’Omelette Géante de Bessières - the World Brotherhood of the Knights of the Giant Omelet, will be dressed in yolk-coloured yellow shirts and bright white pants.

According to local legend this fun tradition began when Napoleon and his army were travelling near Bessières. It's belived that a local innkeeper cooked him such a delicious scrambled egg that the next day, the Little Corporal requested that all the eggs in the village be gathered and made into a whopping omelette for his soldiers.

Another version is that local teenagers came together and cooked a giant omelette close to the Tarn River and fed the village.

INSPIRED BY DANNY CASEY

Skellig Michael to reopen to visitors next month

Skellig Michael will welcome visitors back to the island for the 2023 season on Saturday, May 13.

DNA results revealed in missing Maddie case

The girl who claimed to be missing British girl Madeleine McCann has this week received DNA results back.

It turns out that Julia Faustyna, who also goes by the name Julia Wandelt, is one hundred percent Polish and the DNA results showed no connection to the missing youngster.

21-year-old Julia had claimed that she believed she was the missing British girl whose disappearance in Praia da Luz,

Portugal has baffled the world for the last 15 years.

"Julia’s test results are back. We finally know the reality!" Fia Johansson, who is acting on Julia's behalf, said on Monday night.

“The test results revealed that she is 100% of Polish heart, with negligible influence from Lithuania, and Russia. The DNA test results did not show any connection to British or even German roots.”

Rare shark found on beach

A 14ft smalltooth sand tiger sharkrarely seen by humans - was found on the shoreline by a tourist at the weekend.

It's believed that the strange discovery in Wexford is the first time that type of shark was ever seen on Irish shores. And it's also the second such discovery in this part of the world as a similar species washed up on the south English coast just two weeks ago.

The female shark - also known as Odontaspis ferox normally lives in deep water over 100m offshore.

Shark biologist and Assistant professor in Trinity’s School of Natural Sciences, Dr Nicholas Payne, was notified about the

discovery when a Swiss tourist sent him with photos via email.

“I couldn’t believe it when I got this random email from Martin, because as soon as I saw the photos he sent I knew we had to get down there urgently to sample this rare animal," Dr Nicholas Payne said.

“Unfortunately, another of this species washed up on the south English coast just two weeks ago; we all thought that was very strange at the time given the northerly location, but to see a second one here so soon after is a little concerning. We will now do a number of tests to try to learn what might have caused this to happen and also to learn more about this species in general.”

The Office of Public Works (OPW), which manages the UNESCO World Heritage site, stated that, as always, access will be dependent on favourable weather, sea and island conditions.

“I am very pleased to announce the reopening to visitors of this unique world heritage site for the summer season," Patrick O’Donovan TD, Minister of State with responsibility for the OPW, said.

“Sceilg Mhichíl is one of Ireland’s most iconic heritage sites and plays an important role in the local tourism economy, which we are proud to support through this and other OPW sites in the county.”

Referencing the site’s participation in a global initiative to safeguard cultural landmarks from the effects of climate change, Minister O’Donovan said Sceilg Mhichíl is "undoubtedly one of the most challenging sites in the care of the OPW".

"Our team carries out tremendous work against the severe challenges of its location, isolation and unpredictable weather conditions to ensure safe access for visitors and the protection of the island’s heritage.”

Sceilg Mhichíl is one of 10 sites worldwide participating in the Preserving Legacies: A Future For Our Past project.

The project will equip communities

worldwide with the tools to accurately anticipate and assess worsening and future climate impacts on culture, and help them turn that scientific knowledge into action to safeguard sites.

The OPW, National Monuments Service (NMS) and National Park and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will develop the scientific knowledge and technical training of site management teams and the local community at Sceilg Mhichíl to develop place and people-based climate change adaptation plans for the islands.

“As custodians of this World Heritage property we in the OPW, alongside NMS and NPWS, are privileged to work with others around the globe in this important project, strengthening our engagement with the community of south Kerry in terms of the island’s value and significance.”

All prospective visitors are encouraged to view the Sceilg Mhichíl Safety Video prior to booking a visit to the island to get an idea of what to expect.

For example, a visit to the monastery on the island will entail a climb of 618 steps, ascending over 600 ft. (180 metres). It is a demanding climb and any person with health issues should consider carefully their own physical limitations before exploring this part of the site.

Advance booking is essential and details can be found at https://heritageireland.ie/places-to-visit/Sceilg Mhichíl/

Julia Wandelt and Madeleine McCann.

MTU students host a meal fit for the Kingdom

It was a challenging event but local university students pulled it off by cooking up a meal fit for the kingdom!

Second Year students of the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Food Business Innovation at the Munster Technological University

Kerry Campus hosted ‘Kerry’s Best Pop Up’ at 10 Bridge Street in Killorglin.

Under the guidance of their lecturer Dan Browne, and in collaboration with 10 Bridge Street’s chef Craig Lynch, they created a four course tasting menu. The pop-up concept forms an integral part of the student's programme module 'Innovation in Food Production Service'.

Using the best of ingredients grown, or produced in Kerry, the menu highlighted the amazing produce of the Kingdom and the creativity of MTU’s students past and present, as Craig the executive chef is also a past graduate of MTU. Local producer's ingredients that featured on the menu were Annascaul Black Pudding, Fenit Vegetables, Eve’s Leaves, Poppadum Farms, Dingle Goats Cheese, Dingle Ale, Maharees Carrots, Cahillane's Beef, Simply Devine Preserves.

The BA in Food Business Innovation is an innovative programme at the MTU Kerry Campus and was developed to address the needs of an ever-changing food in-

dustry.

One of the key elements of this programme is to be cutting edge bringing the learning to life and industry relevant. Events like this give the students first hand exposure to real life working experiences. This event brought the students to the Firies Food Hub where they carried out the preparation for the event and then to 10 Bridge Street where 70 guests enjoyed a meal fit for the Kingdom.

Chef and lecturer Dan Browne who mentored the students was very proud of how the students managed the task that was set for them saying:

“The students were really enthusiastic and excited by the experience and learnt so much from it. I would like to thank Cliodhna Foley, Craig Lynch and the entire team at Number 10 Bridge Street for making this possible. Here's to the first of many Pop Ups so watch this space. The food industry has so much to offer and is ever changing and the BA in Food Business Innovation programme intends to ensure that its graduates are at the cutting edge and ready for whatever comes their way."

FANTASTIC FOOD: Students Kim Corkery, Laura Kennedy, Vivienne Dineen and Dylan Walsh from MTU held a pop-up restaurant with help from Craig Lynch (Executive Head Chef) and MTU lecturer Dan Browne. Photo: Domnick Walsh

New Hyundai IONIQ 6 now available in Kerry

The all new Hyundai IONIQ 6 has arrived in Kerry.

The new offering from the Korean manufacturer is now on show and available for test drive at Adam’s of Tralee - the county’s main Hyundai dealer.

Launched under a shroud of secrecy last week, the new car was unveiled in Dublin last Thursday. The first of the new cars arrived in Kerry very early the same morning but remained undercover outside the Tralee dealership until the launch was completed in Dublin.

Already the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is among the finalists for 2023 World Car of the Year, 2023 World Electric Vehicle and 2023 World Car Design of the Year, respectively. IONIQ 6 is based on the same Electric-Global Modular Platform

(E-GMP) as the 2022 World Car of the Year, IONIQ 5, and has attracted a hugely positive response since it was announced as a concept last year.

The IONIQ 6 is designed to go further, with faster charging and sleeker styling.

The car is equipped with a 77 kWh battery available with two powertrains (rearwheel drive and all-wheel drive) offering up to 540 kilometres of range. Advanced technology allows for ultra-fast charging - just 18 minutes for a full charge.

“Driving on electric is easier than ever,” said a Hyundai spokesperson. Electric vehicles are growing in popularity in Kerry. So far this year 144 electric cars have been sold in the county compared to 117 for the entirety of 2022.

NEW: The all-new Hyundai IONIQ 6 hiding at the rear of Adam's of Tralee ahead of the car's national launch last week. Photo: Sean Moriarty

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3. Opera highlight

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FOLEY

1ST ANNIVERSARY

FOLEY

In loving memory of Donie Foley Cockhill, Kilcummin, Killarney

Who passed away on 8th April 2022.

As we lovingly remember Donie, so dearly missed by his wife and family, we would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all those who helped and supported us in our sad loss.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those that sympathised with us, sent mass cards, sent letters of sympathy, floral tributes, online condolences and to all who attended the funeral home, requiem mass and burial.

Thank you to Dr. Donal Coffey and his competent team at Ross Medical Practice for the care and kindness you showed Donie.

A special thank you to Fr. Niall Howard, Fr. Padraig Kennelly and Fr. Tom Looney for the time spent with us and for the beautiful meaningful funeral mass. A heartfelt thank you to Denis, Helen and Mike for their input in the mass, you made the mass so special.

Grateful appreciation to our neighbours and friends who dropped food to the family home during the funeral days and thank you to all the people that lined the roadside of Donie’s home, you supported us.

A very special thank you to Mike and Mary O’Shea and Gerard Fitzgerald for their professional service provided right throughout the funeral service.

As a token of appreciation, the Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for the intentions of all those mentioned, as well as those impossible to mention, there are so many.

First Anniversary Mass for Donie is on Saturday 8th April at 7.30pm in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin.

May he rest in peace.

1ST ANNIVERSARY FOLEY

In loving memory of A Treasured dad, father-in-law and grandfather

Donie Foley

Cockhill, Kilcummin, Killarney

Who died on 8th April 2022.

Your memory is so precious

Your presence missed so much

You will always be remembered

And loved by all of us.

A loving nature, a heart of gold

The very best this world could hold

Never selfish, always kind

These are the memories you left behind.

A silent thought, a quiet prayer

For a special Dad in God’s care.

Sadly missed and always remembered by your son John, daughter-in-law Caroline and grandchildren Ciara and Eoin.

In loving memory of My beloved husband

Donie Foley

Cockhill, Kilcummin, Killarney

Who passed away on 8th April 2022.

A heart of gold stopped beating

Hard working hands now rest

It broke our hearts to see him go God only takes the best.

It is sad to walk the road alone

Instead of side by side

But to all there comes a moment

When the ways of life divide.

You gave me years of happiness

Then came sorrow and tears

But you left me beautiful memories

I will treasure through the years.

May you rest in peace, dear loved one

In that Heavenly home above With the Sacred Heart of Jesus

In His own eternal love.

Loved and sadly missed by your loving wife Joan.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

FOLEY

1ST ANNIVERSARY FOLEY

1ST ANNIVERSARY FOLEY

In loving memory of Dad, father-in-law and grandfather

Donie Foley

Cockhill, Kilcummin, Killarney

Who passed away on 8th April 2022.

You held my hand when I was small You caught me when I fell

You’re the hero of my childhood

And my later years as well.

You did so many things for us

Your heart was so kind and true

And when we needed someone

We could always count on you.

These special years will not return When we are all together

But with the love in our hearts

You walk with us forever.

One of our greatest blessings –The man that we call Dad.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your daughter Maria, son-in-law John and grandchildren Niamh, Aislinn and Diarmuid.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

FOLEY

In loving memory of Dad

Donie Foley

Cockhill, Kilcummin, Killarney Who passed away on 8th April 2022.

We hold you close within our hearts And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives

Until we meet again.

Loved with a love beyond telling Missed with a grief beyond all tears

To the world Dad was just one

To us Dad was our world.

So rest in peace dear Dad

And thanks for all you’ve done

We pray that God has given you

The crown you’ve truly won.

Forever missed and loved by your daughter Mag, son-in-law Tim and grandchildren Cian and Darren.

4TH ANNIVERSARY

O’DOHERTY (NEE NEESON)

In loving memory of Marie O’ Doherty

Avila House, Lewis Road, Killarney

Who sadly passed away on 5th April 2019.

As time goes gently by Love and memories never die No longer in our lives to share But in our hearts you are always there.

Sadly missed by your sister Betty (Neeson) Rohan, Don and all the Rohans and Smiths.

In loving memory of My dear father

Daniel (Donie) Foley

Cockhill, Kilcummin, Killarney

Who passed away on 8th April 2022.

In a near and silent graveyard

Where the trees, their branches wave

Sleeps a kind and loving father

In his cold and lonely grave

His life was love and labour

His love for family true

His home, his farm, his animals And of course the dancing too His hand reached out to welcome all With a nod of his head and a smile

And many a child that sat on his knee

Quiet and content for awhile

He gave us all he had to give But then grew tired and weary He closed his eyes, his hands went still He knows we miss him dearly.

Missed, loved and remembered by your son Pat, daughter-in-law Norma, grandsons Donall and Chris, Donall’s partner Jeanette, and great grandchildren Ava, Féile and Feidhlim.

NOVENA TO

In loving memory of Sr. Nora Foley O.P. Cockhill, Kicummin, Co. Kerry And St. Mary’s Parish, Gloucester City, New Jersey, USA Who passed away on 9th April 2022. Rest in Peace.

We bade a fond farewell

A year ago today

To a kind and gentle lady

Who slowly passed away

For all her loving kindness

She asked nothing in return

She was patient, kind, unselfish And shared love with everyone

Her life was love and labour

Her love of God was true

She prayed for love and justice

And a faithful journey too May she rest in peace dear God

In Thy heavenly home above And remember her we always will In our thoughts and prayers and love.

Loved and remembered by her sister-in-law Joan, nephew Pat, his wife Norma and family, nephew John, his wife Caroline and family, niece Mag, her husband Tim and family, niece Maria, her husband John and family and her extended family and friends in Ireland and America.

2ND ANNIVERSARY FOGARTY

In loving memory of Michael (Mike) Fogarty Late Of Minish, Killarney, and formerly of Quarry Cross, Gneeveguilla Who died 15th April 2021.

‘Fold him O Jesus in Thine arms And let him henceforth be A messenger of love between Our human hearts and Thee’.

Always in our thoughts Forever in our hearts.

Lovingly remembered by all your family. Anniversary Mass for Mike is on Wednesday 12th April at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

POWERFUL NOVENA

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. BL

1ST ANNIVERSARY O’SHEA (NEE GALVIN)

3RD ANNIVERSARY

O’LEARY

In loving memory of Eileen O’Shea (nee Galvin)

Late of Green Lawn, New Street, Killarney and formally Currow

Who passed away on 11th April 2022.

Though your smiles are gone forever

And your hands we cannot touch

Still we have so many memories

Of the ones we loved so much

Your memories are our keepsake

With which we’ll never part God has you in His keeping We have you in our hearts.

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.

Deeply missed and never forgotten by your son Padraig, daughter Selina, son-in-law Fin and grandchildren Etienne and Sonny.

Eileen’s First Anniversary Mass is on Saturday 22nd April at 6:15 pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

1ST ANNIVERSARY O’SHEA

In loving memory of Eileen O’Shea Green Lawn, Killarney

Who passed away on 11th April 2022.

May the winds of Heaven blow softly

And whisper in your ear

How much we love and miss you

And wish that you were still here.

Always loved and remembered by your sisters Mary and Kathleen, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’DONOGHUE

In loving memory of Paddy O’Donoghue

Ballybrack, Firies and O’Sullivans Place, Killarney

Who died on 10th April 2021.

“Your life was love and labour

Your love for your family true

You did your best for all of us

We will always remember you”

Loved and remembered always by your family.

Paddy’s Second Anniversary Mass along with Hannah’s 20th Anniversary Mass will take place on Sunday 30th April at 10.00am in Ballyhar Church.

In loving memory of Jeremiah ‘Derry’ O’Leary

Late of Muckross Road, Killarney and Formerly of Inch, Kilcummin Who passed away on 11th April 2020.

God’s Garden

God looked around his garden And found an empty place

He then looked down upon the earth And saw your tired face.

He put his arms around you And lifted you to rest God’s garden must be beautiful He always takes the best.

He knew that you were suffering

He knew you were in pain

He knew that you would never Get well on earth again

He saw the road was getting rough And the hills were hard to climb.

So he closed your weary eyelids

And whispered, ‘Peace be thine’. It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn’t go alone For part of us went with you The day God called you home.

“Always in our thoughts, Forever in our Hearts”

Deeply loved, sadly missed by his wife Helen & all the Mannix family.

Anniversary mass is on Thursday 13th April at 7.30pm in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin.

3RD ANNIVERSARY

O’LEARY

In loving memory of A dear brother and uncle Derry O’Leary Muckross Road and Inch, Kilcummin Who died on 11th April 2020.

Memories have such a lovely way Of bringing back our yesterdays No need for words except to say You are both loved And remembered every day.

Loved always and sadly missed by Catherine, Caroline, Siobhan, Donal and families.

JESUS

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

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. BL

3RD ANNIVERSARY MOYNIHAN

In loving memory of William (Billy) Moynihan

Late of Tiernaboul and Dromhall Park

Who died on 10th April 2020.

For years, the lake was where

Your soul felt most at peace

Your heart was most content when there with the fish and the geese

But then, your spirit came to rest

Where angels chose to roam

And once equipped with ten pound test

You made yourself at home.

The sky became your deep blue sea

The clouds became your shore

And there, for all eternity

You sat with friends galore

Each angel was a fisherman

Who had traded his pole

For golden wings and a game plan

At Heaven’s Fishing Hole.

The tales you told about each catch Its stature and its girth

Will live in memories unmatched

As days pass on this earth

Until we meet again, one day

Upon God’s golden sand

We’ll picture you, no other way But with a pole in hand.

Always remembered and never be forgotten by your loving wife Mary, mother Eileen, sisters Noreen and Mary, brothers-in-law Richard and Tim, niece Mickeala and nephew Ashton.

Anniversary Mass for Billy is on Saturday 15th April at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

4TH ANNIVERSARY COFFEY

In loving memory of Sean Coffey

Late of Aughacurreen, Killarney

Who died on 6th April 2019.

May he rest in peace

In thy heavenly home above

With the Sacred Heart of Jesus

In his own eternal love.

Always in our thoughts and prayers.

Lovingly remembered by dad John, mom Joan, sister Eilish, brother Ted, sister-in-law Angela, nieces and nephews.

PRECIOUS MOTHER OF JESUS

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

JESUS

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

3RD ANNIVERSARY

LYNE

Treasured memories of A wonderful son, brother and partner Damien Lyne Cleeney, Killarney

Who left us on 10th April 2020.

How we miss the welcome footsteps Of the one we loved so dear Oft we listen for his coming Fully sure that he is near.

Thou are gone but not forgotten Fresh our love will ever be For as long as there is memory We will always think of thee. Loved and missed every day by his parents Denis and Geraldine, sister Denise, brother Jonathan, sister-in-law Adrienne and partner Tara.

3RD ANNIVERSARY

LYNE

In loving memory of Damien Lyne Cleeney, Killarney 10th April 2020.

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

Sadly missed by his Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and family in Cleeney.

9TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY

REMEMBRANCE

MORIARTY HENGGELER

In loving memory of Dorothy ”Dott” Moriarty Henggeler Late of Baltimore, Maryland and Ardagh, Muckross, Killarney

Who died 3rd April 2014 and Whose birthday occurs on 10th of April.

Your beautiful spirit continues to live within our hearts as we remember and reflect your courage and your grace.

Remembered dearly by Dad, Mom, Franz, Amber, Conrad and Rowan. xxx

ST. THERESA

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

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3RD ANNIVERSARY

O’CONNOR

Cherished, everlasting memories of Seamus O’Connor Killcummin, Killarney and Kinsale

Who died 7th April 2020.

Memories

Your gone, but thank you for All the love and soft sweet things you left behind, In our home, In my head, in my heart.

“Seamus, you were my favourite hello, but my hardest goodbye.”

In my heart is where our story lives your loving partner, soulmate and best friend Eileen Finucane.

3RD ANNIVERSARY

O’CONNOR

In loving memory of A dear brother and uncle Seamus O’Connor

Late of Glounonea Grotto, Kilcummin, Killarney

Who passed away on Holy Thursday 3 years today.

7th April 2020.

Let us not look for you only in memory

grow lonely without you

3RD ANNIVERSARIES

RIORDAN

In Loving Memory of Our dearest parents Nancy Riordan (nee O’Connell) and John Riordan

Late of Molahiffe, Firies

Formerly The Castle, Firies

Who passed away on 8th April and 20th April 2020 respectively.

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.

Sadly missed by their children

Sheila, Martina, Barthly, Eleanor, Dolores and Raphael ***

Loved and missed by their 14 grandchildren and 2 great-granddaughters.

4TH ANNIVERSARY FRAHER (NEE LANIGAN)

In loving memory of Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Fraher

16 Manor Close, Tralee, Co. Kerry Who passed away on 6th April 2019.

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

Sadly missed by your lovlng husband John, daughters Jackie and Rebecca, son Liam, Stjohn, Joe and Dina and grandchildren.

6TH ANNIVERSARIES MORIARTY

In loving memory of Mairead (née Ashe) Moriarty

Late of Killorglin and formerly of Muckross Road Killarney

Who died on 8th April 2017 and her husband Tom, who died on 22nd April 2017.

Treasured memories keep ye near As time unfolds another year

Out of lives ye may be gone

But in our hearts ye still live on.

Loving remembered and missed by Mairead’s mam Eileen and families. Rest in Peace.

10TH ANNIVERSARY FOLEY

In loving memory of John Joe Foley Barleymount Fossa, Who sadly passed away on13th April 2013.

Silent thoughts, sincere and true From a family who thought the world of you No longer in our lives to share But in our hearts you are always there.

Always loved and remembered by Patricia and family.

48TH, 19TH & 10TH ANNIVERSARIES DOYLE

12TH & 15TH ANNIVERSARY FLEMING

In loving memory of Michael and Nora Fleming Late of O’Sullivan’s Place, Killarney Who died 10th February 2011 and 9th April 2008.

Looking back with tenderness Along the path you trod We bless the years we spent with you And leave the rest to god.

Missed and loved always Mary xx ***

As long as our hearts keep beating As long as our eyes shed tears We will always love and miss you No matter how many years.

Sadly missed and loved Marjie, Brian, Mark and Paul xx The years may pass But still you stay As near and dear As yesterday.

Missed and loved, Peter, Martha, Shannen and Liam xx

12TH ANNIVERSARY

DALY

In loving memory of Sheila Daly Knockeenduve, Killarney

Who died on 16th April 2011. Rest in Peace.

Time will not close the book of grief

As memories turn back every leaf Our memories of you are lovingly kept Someone too precious to ever forget.

Lovingly remembered always by your sister Siobhan, your fond nieces Paula and Aoife and their families. xxx

3RD ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR In Loving Memory of My brother and dear friend Jim

Late of Kinsale and Killarney

Who passed away on 7th April 2020.

I miss you today but that’s nothing new I missed you just as much yesterday too I pick up the phone to have the chat

To say, ‘Hi Jim’

But now, I get nothing back.

“Special people are never forgotten!!”

Always in our hearts

Helen, Humphrey and all the gang in Dunrine. xxx

ST. THERESA

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

5TH ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Margaret (Peggy) O Sullivan, 13 Allman’s Tce, Killarney, Who passed away on 8th April 2018.

May the winds of Heaven blow softly And whisper in your ear How much we love and miss you And wish that you were here.

Always loved and remembered by your son Peter, Bella, Fiona, Rory, Alex, Óisín, Mairead, Fionn and Elsie Mae. xxx

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

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

In loving memory of James Doyle

Who died on 26th December 1975 and his wife Mary

Who died on 8th April 2004.

Late of St Brendan’s Place, Killarney and their son John Doyle Co. Galway.

Who died on 28th November 2013.

Silent memories keep you near

As time unfolds another year

Out of our lives you may be gone

But in our hearts you still live on.

Though you smile is gone forever

And your hand we cannot touch

Still we have so many memories

Of the one we loved so much.

Your memory is our keepsake

With which we will never part

God has you in his keeping

We have you in our hearts.

Always loved and remembered by your loving family.

Even though we cannot speak anymore Our voices are always there Because every night before we sleep We have you in our prayers.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your family and friends xxx

Anniversay Mass is on Friday 14th April at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

12TH ANNIVERSARY

O’DONOGHUE

In loving memory of Noel O’Donoghue, Late of Rockfield, Listry, Who died on 7th April 2011.

Those we love never die They live in our hearts forever Those who think of him today A little prayer to Jesus say.

Forever missed and always remembered by Donal P., Marian, Con, Bridget, Helen, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

17TH

ANNIVERSARY COOPER

In loving memory of A dear father Mike Cooper

Late of 24 Ardshanavooly, Killarney

Who passed away on 3rd April 2006.

A bouquet of beautiful memories

Sprayed with a million tears

Wishing God could have spared you

If just for a few more years.

It does not take a special day

For us to think of you

Each mass we hear, each prayer we say

Is offered up for you.

We cannot bring the old days back

When we were all together

The family chain is broken now

But memories live forever.

May he rest in peace dear Jesus

In Thy Heavenly home above

With the Sacred Heart of Jesus

In His own eternal love.

Along the road to yesterday

That leads us straight to you

Are memories of happy days

Together we once knew.

A silent grief that’s in our hearts

No human eye can trace

For many a broken heart is hid

Beneath a smiling face.

Always remembered by your loving sons Danny, Mark, Mike, Vince and Colm, daughters Geraldine and Karen, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law and grandchildren.

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

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

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

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. JM

22ND ANNIVERSARY DINNEEN

27TH ANNIVERSARY BROSNAN

37TH ANNIVERSARY MURPHY

In loving memory of Anne Dinneen

Crohane, Clonkeen, Killarney Who died on 7th April 2001.

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

So rest in peace, dear loved one And thanks for all you’ve done We pray that God has given you The crown you’ve truly won.

Very sadly missed by her loving husband Denis, Pádraig and Martina, Aileen and Sean, Kathleen and James and all her grandchildren.

May she rest in peace.

34TH ANNIVERSARY

BARTLETT

In loving memory of Kevin Bartlett, 32 St. Brendan’s Place, Killarney

Who died on 3rd April 1989.

As we remember our darling Kevin on his 34th Anniversary.

May the winds of heaven blow softly

And whisper in your ears

How much we love and miss you

And wish that you were here.

Time slips by and life goes on But from our hearts you are never gone Remembrance is a golden chain that links us till we meet again.

We miss your gentle ways and special smile

Until we meet again

Sleep well our darling Kevin.

Always loved and remembered by your brother David, sisters Helene, Noreen, Majella and many friends. xxx

PRAYER TO ST. JOSEPH

In loving Memory of A dear mother

Kay Brosnan Gortnagown, Rathmore

Who died on 9th April 1996.

If Roses grow in Heaven, Lord please pick a bunch for me

Place them in my Mother’s arms

And tell her they’re from me.

Tell her I love her and miss her

And when she turns to smile

Place a kiss upon her cheek

And hold her for a while.

Because remembering her is easy I do it every day

But there’s an ache within my heart That will never go away.

Always loved and remembered by your daughters Bronagh & Stephanie.

Anniversary mass is on Saturday 15th April at 6.00pm in Shrone Church.

34TH ANNIVERSARY MORIARTY

In loving memory of Peggy Moriarty

Late of Laccabane, Fossa Who died on 9th April 1989.

This day is remembered and quietly kept No words are needed we shall never forget

For those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day

Unseen and unheard, but always near So loved, so missed and so very dear. Never more than a thought away. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by your daughters and their families.

NOVENA TO ST. ANTHONY

In loving memory of Eugie Murphy

Late of The Forge, Kilquane, Headford Who died on 6th April 1986. R.I.P.

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

Always remembered by your nephew Vincie, Maureen and family.

37TH ANNIVERSARY MURPHY

In loving memory of Eugie Murphy

Late of The Forge, Kilquane, Headford Who died on 6th April 1986. R.I.P.

Gone, but never forgotten. From your nephew Brendan.

37TH ANNIVERSARIES

O’DOWD

In loving memory of Our dear mother and sister Ellen and Maura O’Dowd

Late of 6 St Brendans Place, Killarney Who died on 5th & 16th April 1986.

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. BL

O St. Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God, I place in you all my interest and desires. O St. Joseph, do assist me by your powerful intercession, and obtain for me from your divine Son all spiritual blessings, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. So that, having engaged here below your heavenly power, I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most loving of Fathers. O, St. Joseph, I never weary contemplating you, and Jesus asleep in our arms; I dare not approach while He reposes near your heart. Press Him in my name and kiss His fine head for me and ask Him to return the kiss when I draw my dying breath. St. Joseph, Patron of departing souls pray for me. This prayer was found in the fiftieth year of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. In 1505 it was sent from the Pope to Emperor Charles when he was going into battle. Who ever shall read this prayer or hear it or keep it about themselves, shall never die a sudden death, or be drowned, nor shall be burned in any fire or shall be overpowered in battle. Say for nine mornings for anything you desire. It has never been known to fail, so be sure you really want what you ask for. In thanks for request granted. BL

Blessed Anthony, in spite of many difficulties you were enabled by the Holy Spirit to discover your place in God’s plan and to use your gifts and talents in making society a better and happier place for all. Implore the Lord Jesus to grant me suitable employment which may obtain for me and mine a decent livelihood and at the same time be able to live truly human and Christian lives and to be of real service to all people. Amen. BL

Oh, Jesus full of grace and charity, victim for sinners, so impelled by your love of us that you willed to die on the cross. I humbly entreat Thee to glorify in heaven and on earth, the servant of God. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina, who generously participated in Your sufferings, who loved Thee so much and laboured so faithfully for the glory of your heavenly Father and for the good of souls.

With confidence, I beseech Thee to grant me, through his intercession, the grace of....which I ardently desire. 3 times; Glory be to the Father...

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Manfredonia 12-3-1971 Valentino Vailati, Archbishop. BL

Love’s greatest gift - remembrance. Masses offered.

Remembered with love by all the family.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

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

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. GS

MIRACLE PRAYER

PRAYER TO PADRE PIO

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

SPORT

Home crowd hoping for historic first win

League of Ireland new boys Kerry aiming to put unwanted record to bed

of the season.

Another capacity crowd will pack into Mounthawk Park in Tralee this evening as Kerry FC try once again to get up and running in their maiden League of Ireland First Division campaign.

The green and white faithful are still waiting to savour that first ever win at this level following six defeats and a solitary draw in the opening seven matches

Most recently, an impressive brace by Joshua Giurgi helped Longford Town to a 2-0 victory over Kerry last weekend. Giurgi’s first came at the end of some neat interplay and an incisive dribble, while the second arrived in the 89th minute when his long-range curler evaded Wayne Guthrie in the Kerry goal.

Seánie McGrath, Leo Gaxha and Nathan Gleeson all went close for the visitors when the tie was at 1-0 but it wasn’t to be.

That most recent loss leaves Billy Dennehy’s side rooted to the bottom of the table on one point, two behind Treaty United (against whom they earned their only point to date) and six behind to-

night’s opponents, Finn Harps. Harps have a record of one win, three draws and three defeats and they’ll be hoping to bounce back from their last outing when they fell to a demoralising 7-1 drubbing at the hands of Waterford. Their only victory to date came against Longford on March 18 when Ryan Rainey’s penalty proved decisive in a one-goal game. For those who won’t be attending tonight’s match, it will be streamed live by

LOI TV at a cost of €5.

Elsewhere in the First Division, league leaders Galway United will be seeking to maintain their 100% record when they travel cross-country to take on Wexford; second place Cobh Ramblers host Waterford; and third place Bray Wanderers welcome Athlone Town to the Carlisle Grounds.

Kerry’s fellow strugglers Treaty are at home to Longford Town. All matches kick off at 7.45pm

CHALLENGE: Longford's Joshua Giurgi and Shane Guthrie of Kerry challenge for a header in last weekend's match at Bishopsgate.

Stephen Marken/Sportsfile.

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| By Adam Moynihan

Follow Adam on Twitter @AdamMoynihan

Cycling fans gearing up for Rás Mumhan

It’s an exciting time of year for local cycling fans as they gear up for Rás Mumhan, which takes place around the southwest of Ireland from April 7-10.

The 51st edition of the event will pit the elite of Irish cycling against one another and an international field, teeing up what promises to be an exhilarating few days of cycling. Excitement is already building for the final stage in Killorglin, a spiritual heartland of cycling that has produced former Rás winners Mike Breen, John Mangan and Gene Mangan. Lindsay Watson, last year’s winner, will be looking to retain his title, and he certainly has the right tools in his belt with a very strong Ulster squad consisting of current national cyclocross champion Dean Harvey and the ever-present Matthew Teggart.

Going toe-to-toe with Watson will be

the 2022 Rás Tailtean champion Daire Feeley, the Roscommon man riding with All Human Velo Revolution alongside Mitchell McLaughlin, fresh from the professional circuit, with previous winner of Rás Mumhan Mark Dowling.

Rás Maigheo winner Matthew Devins,

supported again by previous winner Conor Henebry and the likes of Seán Hahessy, could provide us all with the upset at the bookies.

The emergence of young Seth Dunwoody from Armagh, riding for the Ireland Junior team, is also noteworthy. He

has had brilliant results on the continent despite still only being a first year junior. Liam O’Brien of Fermoy will be hoping for a repeat of last year’s edition when the Irish juniors took stages in style. The seven raiding international teams are sure to have a say in matters in quiet preparation for the ambush.

Most riders will have experience of previous editions of Kerry Group Rás Mumhan, with the addition this year of the stage three from Millstreet. This stage will include over 1,700m in elevation and will no doubt test the endurance of even the best-prepared rider.

The final stage in Killorglin takes in Beaufort before moving on to the Donal McKenna circuit with 10 laps of the traditional route, up the town centre to the finish line.

In a fitting tribute to Pádraig Harnett, sports journalist in Kerry who has sadly passed away during the year, Pádraig’s wife Maura Daly will be at hand to present the yellow jersey in Killorglin where her husband did so many interviews and live reports down through the years.

Pádraig was a champion for so called fringe sports in a region where Gaelic games take precedence. He was the conduit for media and exposure for cycling and his absence this year will truly be felt.

DEFENDING CHAMPION: Linday Watson, winner of Rás Mumhan in 2022.

ACTION: A shot from last year's Stage 2 finish into Sneem, which was won by Conor Murnane of UCD.

Wins for Legion and Crokes in County League

Legion made it two from two in the County League with a hardearned win over Austin Stacks on Saturday last.

A stiff breeze backing the Tralee side saw them lead 0-9 to 0-4 at half-time in Derreen but a Darragh Lyne goal early in the second half laid the foundations for a 1-10 to 0-12 win. James O’Donoghue kicked 0-4 for the hosts with Finbarr Murphy adding 0-3. Elsewhere in Division 1, Kilcummin and Dingle had to make do with a point apiece after a hard-fought encounter in Kilcummin (0-10 to 0-10). Dingle started brightly and lead by three points early on but scores from Gary O’Leary and Mark O'Shea brought the home team level. Kilcummin trailed by a point at half-time but scores by Philip O’Leary and Paul O’Shea ensured that the club from East Kerry picked up their first point of the season. Meanwhile, Dr Crokes secured a comfortable 10-point win in Gneeveguilla (1-14 to 0-7). Points by David Shaw (03) and Harry Potts (0-2) meant Crokes led by three at the break.

JOD: Legion veteran James O'Donoghue kicked four points against Austin Stacks.

Crokes took control in the second half with Mark O’Shea very strong at midfield, kicking two great points. Billy Courtney also caught the eye by scoring 0-4 (two from play). The full back line of Brian Fitzgerald, Mark Fitzgerald and David Naughton were outstanding with Brian O’Shea in goals very composed.

Youngster Alex Hennigan got a great individual goal at the end when he intercepted a loose pass before carrying it 50 yards and coolly slotting under the opposition keeper.

All-Ireland intermediate champions Rathmore had a good win away to Spa (3-14 to 3-11); Milltown/Castlemaine beat Castleisland Desmonds by a point (0-12 to 0-11); and Kerins O’Rahillys beat Ballymac by a goal (2-12 to 1-12). In Division 2, Glenflesk continued their winning ways by defeating Glenbeigh-Glencar. Ian Roche scored the decisive point for the home side. Firies played out a draw against Templenoe.

| Woods unsure if this Masters is his last

Tiger Woods says he’s unsure whether this year’s Masters will be the last of his career.

This will be Woods’ 25th appearance at the major but he told reporters this week that the thought of this being the last time competing at Augusta National had crossed his mind.

“I don’t know how many more I have in me. So just to be able to appreciate the time that I have here and cherish the memories,” the as the 47-year-old said.

Woods made a dramatic comeback to golf at last year’s event after a serious car crash in 2021 which caused severe injuries to his leg. He said that amputation had been “on the table” following the incident but he eventually recovered

FRIDAY, APRIL 7

enough to return to competition.

| Scottish police investigating headbutt at women’s Old Firm game

Police are investigating after Rangers assistant coach Craig McPherson appeared to headbutt Celtic Women’s head coach Fran Alonso at the end of the Scottish Women’s Premier League (SWPL) match between the two fierce rivals, which resulted in a 1-1 draw on Monday.

Video of the incident shows McPherson approaching Alonso from behind after the final whistle and knocking him in the head.

Players and coaching staff had to pull McPherson away from Alonso, who had been shaking hands with players after the game.

Without naming those involved, Police Scotland said it had launched a probe into the events at the stadium.

| Fraser-Pryce crushes competition – at son’s sports day

A video of Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce competing in a parents’ race at her son’s sports day has gone viral, for exactly the reason you might think.

The accomplished sprinter was taking no prisoners in the race, streaking clear of the competition, leaving the other parents in her dust.

The 36-year-old, who is the third fastest woman of all time, commented: “Every point counts.”

SPORTS ON TV THIS WEEKEND

SOCCER Virgin Media Two 7.45pm Bohemians v Shamrock Rovers

RUGBY RTÉ 2 8pm Leinster v Leicester

SATURDAY, APRIL 8

SOCCER Sky Sports Football 12.30pm Celtic v Rangers

HORSE RACING TG4 2pm Fairyhouse and Cork

SOCCER Premier Sports 1 3pm Spurs v Brighton

RUGBY BT Sport 2 3pm Toulouse v Sharks

GOLF Sky Sports Golf 3pm The Masters

GAA BBC 2 Ulster SFC 5pm Armagh v Antrim

TRIATHLON Eurosport 1 5.30pm London Super League Arena Games

SOCCER Sky Sports PL 5.30pm Southampton v Manchester City

SOCCER RTÉ 2 7.30pm USA Women v Ireland Women

NBA Sky Sports Arena 8.30pm Nuggets-Jazz

SOCCER BBC 1 10.30pm Match of the Day

SATURDAY, APRIL 9

UFC BT Sport 1 3am Miami Alex Pereira v Israel Adesanya

GAA TG4 2pm Kilkenny v Limerick

SOCCER Sky Sports PL 4.30pm Liverpool v Arsenal

RUGBY BT Sport 1 3pm La Rochelle v Saracens

GOLF Sky Sports Golf 3pm The Masters

GAA RTÉ 2 4pm Mayo v Roscommon

NBA Sky Sports Arena 6pm Hawks-Celtics

THE WEEK IN PICTURES

GLENFLESK: The Glenflesk senior ladies team who started off their season against Dingle last Sunday in Glenflesk.

Séamus Healy.

CHAMPS: The Killarney RFC U14 girls who won the Munster Bowl in Limerick.

SQUASH: At the presentation of prizes for the Gleneagle Squash Club monthly competition were (front) Tim O'Leary (referee), Paul O'Brien (runner-up), Mary O'Callaghan, Mike Howard (Cross Refrigeration), Donnagh Crowley (winner), Eamon O'Donoghue (Gleneagle), Alan Moriarty, Joanne and Hannah McCarthy and Kevin Smith. Back: Frank Ryan, Eamonn Bowler, Jack Buckley, Connie Doyle, Maciej Truchan, Brian Doody, Ray O'Callaghan, Mike O'Donoghue, Mike Crowley and Tom Murphy. Photo: Eamonn Keogh.

BJJ: Jonathan O'Sullivan and Nikki Reidy of SBG Killarney who both won gold medals at the Irish Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Dublin Open.

WINNER: Diarmuid and Ruby Healy, winners of the Mastergeeha FC lotto jackpot of €9,400. Also pictured are Ruby's mom Rachel, Kathleen O'Leary and Jimmy Devane of the Mastergeeha FC lotto committee, and club treasurer David Fleming.

GOLF: At the presentation of prizes for the Ross Golf Club scramble were (front) Mary Gorman, Lady Captain Mary Moynihan, Noreen O'Mahony, Breda O'Farrell, Mona Looney and (back) Áine O'Donoghue, Margaret Hickey, Maureen Crowley and Susan Good.

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LGFA: The Spa senior ladies who lined out against Dr Crokes in the opening round of the Donal Curtin competition for 2023.

CAMOGIE: The Killarney players who were part of the Kerry U16 panel that played Cork last Saturday.

Former Kerry footballer Eamonn Fitzgerald believes that Jack O’Connor needs to tweak his tactics and his personnel ahead of the championship

Mayo, Dublin, Cavan and Sligo were centre stage last weekend, capturing the National League titles. Now the race is on in earnest for the big prizes: the Sam Maguire and the Tailteann Cup.

The former has been well treasured and celebrated in Kerry after their narrow but deserved win over Galway in 2022. Sam has been on tour at all kinds of occasions throughout the county, but Kerry now face competition from several counties. The league revealed that the main dangers to Kerry retaining the title of All Ireland champions 2023 will come from Dublin, Mayo, Galway and Derry. Also hopeful of success will be Tyrone and Armagh. Cork are improving but are not realistic contenders at this stage.

How prepared are Kerry for such oppositions? They were extremely fortunate to win in 2022. A relatively average team depended on the unbelievable last minute free converted by Seánie O’Shea to stave off Dublin in the semi-final and really had to depend on Footballer of the Year, David Clifford, to outscore Shane Walsh in a memorable contest between two great players, before Sam came home.

FRINGE PLAYERS

Club commitments, particularly by players from Fossa and Rathmore, and the need to give sufficient time to injured players to recover from long-term injuries forced the Kerry management team of Micheál Quirke, Diarmuid Murphy. Paddy Tally and the Boss, Jack, to try out fringe players in the league.

Three wins at home and four away defeats in the very competitive Division 1 meant the threat of relegation raised its head.

Most important of all for Jack O’Connor was to see if they could strengthen last year’s team. Recycling the old will not suffice.

When the celebrations on winning the 2022 title eased off a little, I predicted that last year’s win would not be replicated in 2023 unless there were changes, not just in personnel. But more so in game plans and tactics.

POSSIBLE TEAM

Shane Ryan will be at number 1 with Shane Murphy providing excellent cover.

Jason Foley is also a certainty at full back and will need to be on top of his game to deal with threats from the likes of Brian Hurley, Damian Comer

BOSS: Kerry manager Jack O'Connor. Photo: Piaras Ó Mídheach/ Sportsfile.

The league revealed that the main dangers to Kerry are Dublin, Mayo, Galway and Derry.

Jack must make some changes

and, most difficult of all, Con O’Callaghan from Dublin.

Tom O’Sullivan got a roasting from Shane Walsh in last year’s final but he is an accomplished player, always comfortable going forward and a regular scorer. Graham O’Sullivan grasped the opportunity to star last year at the expense of Dan O’Donoghue and Dylan Casey. No changes predicted in this year’s full back line.

Tadhg Morley did a great job last year, shoring up the centre of defence and preventing opposition flyers coming off the shoulder. He hasn’t shown great form this year but is still the best prospect at 6, especially with Mike Breen spending so much time off injured.

Gavin White played no football after that serious knee injury in the 2022 final but after surgery he worked tremendously hard through the winter and spring to get back. He proved his class in his first game back versus Armagh. A certainty at wing back.

Not so fortunate has been Brian Ó Beaglaoich. He still has not come back from injury but will be available within a few weeks. Paul Murphy has been the obvious replacement during the league and certainly did not let the team down. Pa Warren is further down the list of options.

Midfield is a minefield for Kerry going forward. David Moran has retired after a wonderful career. His aerial dominance for the goalkeeper’s long kickout will be sorely missed. Na Gaeil clubmates Jack Barry and Diarmuid O’Connor do not inspire confidence and are barely adequate in defence of the title.

Barry Dan O’Sullivan has performed well in the league games and will be a realistic challenger. The former UCD player and now Dingle vet is the most likely change for midfield.

Is there any other midfielder in the county to claim a midfield spot? No real possibility has emerged. Stefan Okunbor is too injury prone. Joe O’Connor has been bedeviled by injuries.

Midfield can be bypassed quite often in the modern game and teams can get away with average midfielders compensated with help from the wing backs and wing forwards. If Jack adapts the Kerry game accordingly, Shane Ryan will be

given the safer option to go short with the kickouts very often. That calls for very alert defenders and will not work effectively if the opposition presses up on the short kickout.

I expect that Jack will adapt the Kerry game by effectively using a wing back and a wing forward to act as third and fourth assistive midfielders. Gavin White’s electrifying upfield bursts will be utilised.

The Kerry boss may well go back to the very successful role that Paul Galvin played in the past. Smaller in stature than the typical 6-foot-plus midfielder, Galvin sat in under midfield and excelled in hoovering up dirty ball. Will Dara Moynihan get this role? He was so unlucky to lose out in the 2022 final injuring himself during the Tuesday night training session just days before the final. Adrian Spillane would be down my list of preferences.

BUILDING

That’s the foundation and the outer walls of the house that Jack is building but it is the forwards who win matches. The Clifford brothers, David and Paudie, along with Seánie O’Shea are certainties and there are plenty of choices to supplement that trio.

My choice would be to play two big men in the full forward line. Why? The best player in the country is going to be double marked so the more room he has the better. He is a very big boy, well able to take care of himself. Mortally strong, he can make room for himself to score with

that trademark high kick where defenders cannot get close to block down. He is rarely blocked down. He has a vast array of skills; without him on the ball as often as possible Kerry’s opportunities to rack up a winning score are minimised.

You want your best man, your best scorer in the scoring zone and not 50 meters from goal battling for possession.

Put Seánie O’Shea alongside David. Big, strong and a great kicker, use him inside. He must be on the team for his impeccable free taking. We wouldn’t have been in last year’s final only for him. Nevertheless, he had a poor final and his weakness was exposed. He is dead paced and doesn’t have the take-off speed so necessary in Gaelic football. A winning centre back in the opposition coming up field will expose O’Shea. He has not the legs for that role. In particular, Galway would thrive on getting their numbers 3 and 6 scything through the middle. Kerry need to win possession outside and move the ball in quickly to the two big boys who are well able to claim marks, and a mark for each of them is a guaranteed point.

As for Paudie, he is indispensable in his play-anywhere role. Name him at 13 but let him rove anywhere and everywhere. He has the legs and the engine for AllStar displays.

THREE FORWARD SLOTS

Who gets the other three slots in the forwards? I felt that Stephen O’Brien was fortunate to make the starting 15 in last year’s final. But fair dues to him he

starred in that final and did a lot of the Paul Galvin style of hoovering. I recall one magnificent block down in the final when he thwarted a certain Galway goal. He hasn’t played since the final, though. He is one year older and unless he comes good within the next month he probably will not start.

Paul Geaney has also been out injured for a long spell and is in the wrong side of 30. He saw only minimal game-time at the end of the league. He will be in the mix, but having to play far out from goal in my preferred strategy would not suit him.Tony Brosnan has been given a lot of minutes during the league. At his best he is a proven scorer inside, but Jack has been using him more as a provider from the half forward position knowing that his long, accurate deliveries into the inside scorers bears fruit. However, he is a proven score getter and too often now he is too far out from goal to score. His clubmate Micheál Burns is also a grafter outside. Already mentioned is Dara Moynihan who has had a great league.

Darragh Roche was doing very well but a serious injury could rule him oyt of consideration for the early rounds of this championship. His best position is near to goal to capitalise on his accuracy. Ruairí Murphy was impressive in his limited appearances.

THE DUBS

Realistically, Dublin with Jack McCaffrey, James McCarthy, Paul Mannion, Paul Howard and Stephen Cluxton back will be hard to beat. They are still smarting after that last minute defeat in the 2022 semi-final. If that had gone to extra time, I am convinced that Dublin would have won and beaten Galway in the final. Galway and Mayo have staked strong claims for Sam in 2023. Kevin McStay will be more relieved than happy with silverware at Croke Park on Sunday last and has given Mayo newfound hope that this is the year that Sam will travel to Mayo after all the disappointments of countless All-Ireland finals thrown away. A new novena at Knock seems to be working so far.

The road opens for them on Sunday against Roscommon, their first step on the championship road.

WINNING WAYS: Aidan O'Shea of Mayo celebrates during his side's Division 1 final victory over Galway. Photo: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile.

Killarney Athletic

RESULT: Domino’s Pizza League Cup. 1st Round. Killarney Athletic 3-0 Castleisland B.

UNDER 13 CUP: Killarney Athletic 2

Killarney Celtic 1 (Cian Hegarty, Eanna Hennigan). Athletic made the trip up to Celtic Park this evening in the Cup quarter final. Hard evening conditions wise much of the game was a battle for both teams. First half Athletic had a few half chances and to be fair so did Celtic . Athletic took the lead from some nice pressure in the corner where Eric Corcoran set up Cian Hegarty who finished in style to give Athletic the lead. Athletic with a little breeze pushed on in the second half and played with a higher intensity got a second goal from the spot where Eric Corcoran earned a peno and the impressive Eanna Hennigan stepped up and finished into the corner. Celtic as always fight till last play of the game and got one back towards the end of the game. good result from our young blues and great to see so many kids from Killarney playing soccer and enjoying themselves.

U12 GIRLS PREMIER: Killarney Athletic

0-4 MEK.

U17 CUP: Round 1. Killarney Athletic 4-2

Dingle Bay Rovers AET (Oisin O’Sullivan, Nathan Cronin, David O’Brien, Luke Doolan.) Thanks to DBR for being so sporting.

Killarney Celtic

RESULTS: Premier A - Killorglin AFC 1

Killarney Celtic 3 (Cathal O’Shea, Lee Carey, Liam Spillane.) Jimmy Falvey

Memorial Youths Cup - Killarney Celtic

3 Killorglin AFC 1 (Alex Hennigan, Eoghan Crowley, Kalvin O’Sullivan). U15

Division 1- Inter Kenmare B 2 Killarney

Celtic 8 (Pa O’Brien 2, Samuel Scroope

2, Tobias Iheme, Andrew Sheahan, Sean Horan, Dara Horan). U14 Cup - Ballyhar

Dyn 0 Killarney Celtic 2 (Sean Collins, Jack Culloty). U13 Cup - Killarney Celtic

1 Killarney Athletic 2 (Kiernan Kelly). U13

Div 1 - Mastergeeha B 1 Killarney Celtic B 3 (Jason Harrington 2, Tristan Murphy).

U12 Cup - Killarney Celtic 1 Fenit Samphires 1 (Cillian Scannell). Fenit win on pens.

Mastergeeha

EASTER FUNDRAISER: Congrats to Jack Lucey, Anabla NS, Emma Coffey, Coolick NS, Anna Murphy Kilcummin NS who won Easter Egg School prizes this week in our Easter fundraiser. Wishing all our club members a Happy Easter. LOTTO: There was no winner on March 31 of the Jackpot for €2,000. Numbers drawn were 11, 17, 23, 24. Consolation prizes of €50 went to Katie O’Leary & Donagh Nagle, Cathy Somers O/L, Karen Smith O/L, Julia McCarthy O/L. The next draw will be April 7 for Jackpot of €2,200.

MEK Galaxy

GIRLS: U13 Girls Premier Division Shield

Result Iveragh Utd 3 MEK Galaxy 6. Scorers: Izzy Lyons 4, Ava Harty 2. POTM is Izzy Lyons.

U15 GIRLS PREMIER DIVISION: MEK Galaxy 0 Inter Kenmare 4. Our girls worked so hard today. Unfortunately, we had the bare 11, with even a few sick bodies willing to make an effort for their club. We had 3 new players up from the U14, who performed magnificently. Maggie Quirke was outstanding in goals, and a hard-working defence of Roisin, Sadhbh, Fiona & Alex kept a powerful Kenmare attack at bay for large periods of the game. In midfield, the girls closed down, harried and were always trying to be positive against the well-coached opposition. Kate, Holly, Sarah & Glasha were always on their toes. Up front, Yvonne & Anna had limited chances but never gave up. All the coaches are extremely proud of their efforts. POTM: Yvonne O'Connell & Maggie Quirke.

BOYS: U13 Premier - MEK Galaxy 1 St Brendan’s Park 4. Great display by our lads against the league leaders who came out deserved winners. Cade Jameson got MEK’s goal. Great displays by Ryan van der Merwe and Charlie O’Meara. U15 - MEK Galaxy B 3 Tarbert 1. Great win by our lads. Scorers: Danny Murphy 2 and Killian Fitzgerald.

Killarney Legion GAA

SENIOR MENS UPDATE: The Senior Men made it two from two in the County League with a hard-earned win over Austin Stacks. A stiff breeze backing the Tralee side saw them lead 0-9 to 0-4 at half time but an early Darragh Lyne goal in the second half laid the foundations for the 1-10 to 0-12 win. The Senior B Team welcomed Tuosist to Direen on Sunday afternoon. With a good response to training a strong panel was available to the management team and they made full use of it fielding different teams in each half with Rob Osborne in goals and Sean McCarthy the only players to play the full game. After going in at half time 1-6 to 0-2 down a strong second half performance secured a draw, 0-12 to 1-9. It's great to see such a good turnout of players over the weekend.

SENIOR LADIES: Our Senior Ladies team commenced their Donal Curtin Div 2 campaign at home to MKL Gaels in Direen. Short of a number of first team regulars this year, it was always going to be a difficult start. But they started the game well and went into an early lead 1-00 to 0-01 after 15 mins with full forward Eve Coffey finding the net. MKL came back and got a goal of their own plus a couple of points. Unfortunately, Ciara Randles picked up what looked like a hamstring injury and this was another blow to the team. A couple of positional changes at half time definitely brought an improvement but scores proved difficult to come by. Eve Coffey once again finished to the net on either side of MKL points to narrow the deficit to just 2 points, but the

visitors kept the scoreboard ticking over with some well worked points to run out winners on a final scoreline of MKL 2-07 Legion 2-2.

Spa GAA

RESULTS: In the second round of the Credit Union SFL Division 1 we narrowly lost out after a full-time score Spa 3-11 to Rathmore 3-14. Trailing by 9 points in the 52nd minute of the game we fought back to narrow the score line to a 3point difference in 60th minute of the game but unfortunately, it was not our day. The next round of this competition is away to Dr. Crokes Sunday April 9th at 3pm. Our Senior Ladies began their Donal Curtin campaign when they welcomed neighbours Dr. Crokes to Spa last Sunday morning for their opening match of the season. Good football was displayed, the ladies work rate was a credit to them, they bravely fought until the very end, but Crokes proved infallible and came away the victors. In the next round of this competition, we will play Beaufort away on April 16.

SCÓR NA BPÁISTÍ: The Scór Na bPáistí East Kerry Final took place on Sunday. This included representation from our club in different categories. Congratulations to Clodagh O'Sullivan who took first place in the Solo Singing, Lauren O'Sullivan placed third in the Recitation and the Set Dancing group also placed third. Well done also to Maura Joy, Ava Brosnan and Grace O'Leary. Everyone did the club proud.

31 CARD DRIVE: The finals of the Spa GAA 31 Card Drive took place at the Torc Hotel on March 24. Well done to everyone that participated and thank you for keeping this event going since it started running in Spa GAA Club in 1972. The overall winners presented with the John Kelly Memorial Shield were Timmy McCarthy and Mike Devane. Runner's up teams on the night were Tim and Andy Regan, John Kelly and Johnny Brosnan and Joan and Padraig Cronin. Special mention to the wonderful volunteers that organise the competition each year - Dave Herlihy, Paddy O'Keeffe and Paddy B Lynch.

LOTTO: Numbers drawn 2, 6, 8, 16. No winner. Lucky Dips €50 each: Sam McGillicuddy, Shane Cronin, Cian and Oran Lynch, Flor Murphy. Monthly Draw for Annual Ticketholders: Mike O'Leary, Countess Rd. Next week’s draw for a jackpot of €6,200.

Dr Crokes GAA

SFL DIV 1: Dr. Crokes 1-14 Gneeveguilla 0-07. The seniors travelled to Gneeveguilla on Saturday and came away with an impressive 10-point win. Playing into the breeze it took a while to get to grips with pitch conditions but David Shaw with 2 frees and 1 from play and 2 points from play from Harry Potts helped us in leading by 3 at half time. Dr. Crokes 0-06 Gneeveguilla 0-03. We dictated

matters in the second half with Mark O’Shea very strong at midfield kicking 2 great points and Billy Courtney also impressing scoring 4 points, 2 from play. At the other end our full back line of Brian Fitzgerald, Mark Fitzgerald and David Naughton were again outstanding with Brian O’Shea in goals very composed. There were also impressive displays from Evan Looney and Mark Cooper. Alex Hennigan got a great individual goal at the end intercepting a pass before carrying it 50 yards and coolly slotting under the opposition keeper. We now face Spa at home next Saturday evening at 5pm.

LGFA DONAL CURTIN CUP: Dr. Crokes 4-14 Spa 2-07. Our senior ladies had a great first outing in Division 1 of the Donal Curtin Cup against Spa away on Sunday morning. A super team performance with a special mention to Selina Thawiset-Collins and Saoirse O’Sullivan who made their senior debuts.

LGFA U14: Dr. Crokes 5-06 Austin Stacks B 1-02. Our U14 girls had a great start to their season with a win over Spa last Sunday in their first outing, which was followed up this Sunday with a second win against a young Austin Stacks side. We dominated the first half with Sabra Hickey and Lauren Casey well on top in midfield and Keva McCarthy and Isobel Cremin racking up our scores. Stacks started better in the second half, but Saoirse O’Donoghue, Ali Lyne and Jessica McCrohan kept them at bay. Miren O’Connor and Amy Keating also showed well in attack. All in all, a great team performance from all 17 girls that lined out. MEMBERSHIP is now due for the 2023 year.

Fossa GAA

SENIOR COUNTY LEAGUE: Fossa GAA 2-10 Ardfert GAA 1-08. Fossa retained their 100% record in Div 3 of the Credit Union County League after a cracking game playing in excellent conditions in Fossa. Ardfert led at the break by a point, but Fossa finished the stronger team. Fossa defence played some outstanding football with the Doyle brothers and Cian McCarty being the pick of the bunch. Another superb performance by Paddy Sheehan, Eoin Talbot and Matt Rennie in the middle third - gave the forwards great supply with Harry Buckley and the O’Shea’s doing the damage. Fossa 2-10 Ardfert 1-8. Scorers: Emmet O’Shea 1-5, Harry Buckley 1-1, Tadgh O’Shea 0-3, Ruairi Doyle 0-1. Up next Senior are away in Skellig Rangers - next Saturday evening at 6pm in South Kerry. A big “well done” to Ardfert for the sporting gesture of the guard of honour. A minute silence was also observed for our President Pat Sweeney and Dermot Clifford’s mother, Breda Clifford.

SENIOR FOOTBALL DIVISION 6: Kilcummin B 0-11 Fossa B 1-10. A last-minute goal by Mark Dennehy secured the league points for Fossa in this tough

away encounter, good defensive performances from Conor Murphy, Sean Dineen, Sam Buckley were key, and “impact sub” – Lorcan Daly kicked vital points. All in all – a good entertaining game.

U13 BOYS: Fossa made the trip to Kilgarvan on Sunday for their second Division 4 County league game. Well done to the boys for coming out on top of what was a highly entertaining and tightly contested match. U15 B team suffered a heavy loss in Listowel.

CONDOLENCES: Sympathy to Dermot, Ellen, Shelly, Paudie & David and all the Clifford families on their recent bereavement of Dermot’s mother Breda, may her gentle soul rest in peace.

Glenflesk GAA

LOTTO: No winner of Glenflesk Lotto which took place on April 3 in Glenflesk Hall. Jackpot €3,000. The numbers drawn were 5, 9, 15, 23. There was no winner. Consolation prizes of €50 each 1. Oliver O'Connor (online). 2. Shane Riordan, Glencar. 3. Mary Woodcock & Julie Brosnan (Sellers' prize). 4. Padraig Dineen, Clonkeen. Next draw will take place in Glenflesk Hall on April 17. Jackpot will be €3,200. Thank you to all who support our Lotto and to our sellers.

NEW LOTTO YEARLY SCHEME: The new Lotto yearly scheme (23/24) will commence with the draw on April 3 and those who purchase or renew yearly tickets by 6pm on Monday will then be included from this date onwards. They will be entitled to 26 draws (including 1 free draw) up to March 18, 2024. Any yearly ticket received by the Lotto committee after April 3 will be included for 26 draws from the date of receipt by the Committee. Tickets can be purchased online. Many thanks to all who support our Lotto which is an important fundraiser for the Club and to all of our ticket sellers.

COUNTY LEAGUE DIVISION 2: Glenflesk 0–11 Glenbeigh Glencar 0–10. A match of not the highest quality ever seen, but Glenflesk won’t care as they continued their winning start to Division 2 of the County League, and a fifteenth win in a row in County League action over the last 3 years. While not as good a performance as last week, the 2 points gained were crucial. After 2 round’s Glenflesk are the only team to have won their game’s. In what looks like it could be a very competitive League, that is all they could have asked for.

Kilcummin GAA

CO LEAGUE DIV 6: Kilcummin B 0-11 Fossa B 1-10. Our team conceded a goal at the very last kick of the game for a heart-breaking end to what was an entertaining encounter. We started well and lead by three points after 10 minutes but conceded eight points in a row to leave the half-time score Fossa 0-8 Kilcummin 0-3. However, the second

half was all Kilcummin until those final moments of time added on. We scored eight points to one and lead by two in normal time, but Fossa found that bit extra to emerge victorious. On the bright side were the display particularly in the second half of many of our younger players in particular Oran Dwyer, Oisin O’Leary, Cian Lynch, Jack Fogarty and Colin O’Leary.

CO LEAGUE DIV 1: Kilcummin 0-10 Dingle 0-10. This was a closely contested encounter throughout with defences on top for the most part and scores difficult to come by. Dingle started brightly and lead by three points early on but scores from Gary O’Leary and Mark O’Shea brought us on level terms while Donal Maher, and James Devane added further scores to see us trail 0-7 to 0-6 at half time. In the second half we lost Gary O’Leary to injury, but his replacement Padraigh Moynihan made his presence felt with two good points from play. Philip O’Leary and Paul O’Shea rounded off our scoring and we picked up our first point of the county league. We now travel to Castleisland on Saturday next for rd3 at 6.30 pm.

GOLF CLASSIC: Kilcummin GAA are running their annual Golf Classic on Saturday April 29 in Kenmare GC. Following on last year’s very enjoyable social and sporting event we return to Kenmare for a fund-raising event which is vital for the running of the clubs’ fields and facilities. Teams of three will cost €180 while sponsoring a tee box will cost €80.

LOTTO: Next draw will take place on April 10 for a jackpot of €4,000.

Listry GAA

LOTTO: Numbers drawn 6, 23, 24, 26. €100 Dave Murphy. €50 Alison O’Sullivan. €50 Sinead Lucey. €25 Laura Kennedy Lahard. €25 Siobhan Keane. Next week’s jackpot €3,300.

SENIORS: Our senior team are away to Renard this Saturday at 6pm. Best of luck to the team and management.

U11: Lee Strand U 11 Go Games League. Thursday, April 13. Listry v Castleisland

Desmond’s in Allman Park at 6.30.

U13: Ours U13 teams are away to Firies on Sunday in the Lee Strand County League.

U15: U15 A team are away to Austin Stacks in the county league this week, the B team have a bye.

Beaufort GAA

FIXTURES: Senior men will be home to Firies and away to Currow in Round 3, Co League next weekend. Minor men will play St Senan’s in Mountcoal on Monday at 6.30pm in Divison 6, Co League semi-final.

RESULTS: Churchill Beaufort. in round 2 Co League. Beaufort 1.09 Kenmare

Shamrocks 1.09 in round 2, Div. 2. CLUB DEVELOPMENT AND CAR DRAW: There are a limited amount of tickets available for the car draw and other cash

prizes to fund the new all-weather pitch development. The draw will be on Monday, April 10 on Beaufort GAA Club complex. Tickets are €25 each, 3 for €60, 5 for €100 and are available from local sellers, shops, and public houses and online at www.beaufortgaa.com. Please contact the Club at 087 9975737 for more information.

LOTTO: No jackpot winner on Sunday. Numbers: 6, 9, 25, 28. Consolation

Prizes: €80 Conor Lyne, Valentia, €50 DBK Machinery, Fossa, Ger. Hartnett, Gap of Dunloe, Joan Spillane, Culleneymore. The next lotto draw for a jackpot of €12,600 will be on Sunday, April 16. Tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5 and are available from usual sellers, shops, public houses and online at: www.beaufortgaa. com. Thank you to everybody who support the lotto.

Killarney Camogie Club

UNDER 6 & UNDER 8: Training Mondays & Fridays from 6-7pm in Spa. Hurleys & helmets can be provided on a rental basis for the season. Football boots, shin guards & water required. All girls with birthdays from 2015 to 2018 (age 5 upwards) are eligible for this age group.

UNDER 10: Training Mondays & Fridays from 6-7pm in Spa. Hurleys & helmets can be provided on a rental basis for the season. Football boots, shin guards & water required. All girls with birthdays in 2013 & 2014 are eligible for this age group.

UNDER 12: Training Mondays & Fridays from 6-7pm in Spa. Hurleys & helmets can be provided on a rental basis for the season. Bring football boots, shin guards & water. All girls with birthdays in 2011 & 2012 are eligible for this age group. Our Under 12 girls participated in the Camán to Munster blitz; photos on our Facebook page. Report in next week’s edition.

UNDER 15 FÉILE: Our Under 15 team get their County Féile campaign off to a start this weekend with 3 games on Friday 7th April in Ardfert & 3 games in Kilmoyley on Saturday 8th April. Semi-finals & finals take place in Ardfert on Monday 10th April. We wish them the very best of luck, along with trainers Gerard Breen, Padraig Griffin & Kate Lynch. All support greatly appreciated.

UNDER 16: Training Mondays & Thursdays in Spa from 6-7pm. All girls with birthdays in 2007 & 2008 are eligible.

UNDER 18: Training Mondays & Fridays in Spa from 6-7pm. All girls with birthdays in 2005 & 2006 are eligible.

REGISTRATION: New members always welcome & registration is done on www. foireann.ie. For any details on registration, please contact Treasurer/Registrar Louise Moynihan or Secretary Sarah Breen. All details on how to register can also be found on our Facebook page.

UNDER 14 & UNDER 16 COUNTY TRIALS: We would like to wish our players attending county trials the very best of luck!

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: Stroke Comp Mahony’s Point International Hotel. 1st Jane Dwyer 9120 = 71, 2nd Evelyn McCarthy 98 - 26 = 72, BG Amy Arthur 79 (5), 3rd Geraldine Collins 94 - 22 = 72.

FIXTURES: Next week’s competition sponsored by: The Killarney Park, 18 holes stableford, Killeen.

Ross Golf Club (Ladies)

LADIES GET INTO GOLF: Thursdays May 11 to June 22. 3 groups of 10. Contact Breda on 087 4629501.

RESULTS: Well done to all who played in last Saturday's Scramble. Congratulations to the winners Mary Gorman, Mona Looney, Noreen O’Mahony and Breda O’Farrell.

COMPETITIONS: 9 & 18 hole Single Stapleford Competition Saturday, April 8. Sponsored by Lir Chocolates. Tee times from 10.10am. Enter via the ClubV1 app. All Members welcome. Each Wednesday morning 9-hole competition everyone welcome. Meet at 9.45am for 10.00am. All members welcome.

GOLF LESSONS: Gordon Howard is available to give golf lessons. Please contact Gordon directly in the Club House.

Ross Golf Club (Men)

RESULTS: On April 2 we held a 12-hole scramble. The winners were: 1st Alan Flynn, Donal Doherty, John Prendergast, John Fleming. 2nd Niall O'Brien, Virginijus Jonaikitis, Maurice Coffey, Denis Casey. 3rd Michael J O'Connor, Bryan O'Leary, Neilie Carroll, Michael Barrett.

ROSS SENIORS: On March 30 the seniors competition winners were: 1st John O'Brien, 2nd Seamus McCarthy, 3rd John Fleming, 4th Mike Gorman.

KERRY FEDERATION SHIELD: The Ross team participated in this competition held in Dooks on April 1 in testing conditions however we were unsuccessful.

FIXTURE: On April 8 & 9 we will hold the fourth round of the MD O'Shea Spring League. This will be a stableford competition kindly sponsored by Damian O'Callaghan/OC Productions. For Saturday players please book tee times with the Clubhouse and sign-in and enter your scores online. For Sunday players the online system opens at 7pm on Thursday.

GIVE GOLF A GO: These classes offer an opportunity to try golf over 6 weeks for €60. Classes will be one hour long with our Professional Golfer, Gordon Howard and commence on Wednesday, April 12 at 6pm. There are still some spaces available in the classes. Please contact John on 086 3499373 for all the details.

SYMPATHY: We offer our sincere sympathy to Pam Treacy and Seamus O'Donoghue on the recent death of Padraig (Podge) O'Donoghue RIP.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club

SUNDAY DRAWS: Three Person Team, Two Scores Count each hole - Nett: John Murphy, Bobby Kelly & Betty O'Brien 80 2/3 and Gross: John McGrath, Gearoid Cronin & Mike 'Seve' O'Leary 96. Draws on Good Friday at usual times of 9am and 10.30am as well as Easter Monday for those not involved in Club Matchplay finals.

CLUB MATCHPLAY ADULT: Sponsored by Murphy’s Bar & Restaurant this first club major of the year takes places this Easter Sunday with the finals to take place on Easter Monday. There is a Plate Competition for First Round losers. All matches on Sunday will be over 18 holes. All entrants must be registered members of the club in advance of play. The competition will be preceded by Lady Captain Margaret C Looney’s Drive-In.

COMPETITION ENTRIES: Entries currently being taken for the County (€10), Munster and National (€15) Matchplay entries with forms on the notice board. All those wishing to enter are asked to pay their entry fee in advance and ensure they are registered with Pitch & Putt Ireland prior to entering. No unpaid entries will be sent off. All entries to Sean Kelly regarding same.

Killarney Rugby

U14 GIRLS: A huge congrats to our fantastic U14 girls who won the Munster Bowl in Limerick last Sunday. A fantastic game which saw our girls win 28-19 over a very strong Fethard RFC. A huge congratulations to all the girls, coaches TJ Brosnan, Tony Dunne, Liam Murphy and Sharon O’Sullivan and team manager Fiona Landers. A wonderful day for all involved and another historic day for the club.

U14 BOYS: This Saturday our U14 boys host UL Bohemians in the Munster U14 Cup semi-final, another huge day for the club. This is the first time that there has been a pan Munster cup for U14 boys, so this is ground-breaking territory for the lads. The match kicks off at 1.30pm at Aghadoe and all support is very welcome so please support. Best of luck to all the players, coaches and team management.

GIRLS ONLY GIVE IT A TRY: Our Give it a try rugby programme aimed at getting girls aged 8-14 playing rugby, kicks off at Aghadoe on Saturday the 22nd of April next at Aghadoe. This 8-week programme is a great way for girls to play rugby, make new friends and have great fun. Run by our own excellent coaches, these hourly sessions are a fantastic way to get girls playing rugby. For further information contact Fiona on 087 2304689.

MINIS: Well done to our fantastic Minis who enjoyed their day out at Tralee RFC last Saturday. We travelled en masse to O’Dowd Park where our U8, U10 and U12 did themselves proud. We had u10 girls only matches also. Very well done to all players and coaches and thanks to Tralee

for the matches and fantastic hospitality.

RESULTS: U14 Girls Munster Bowl: Killarney 28-19 Fethard.

FIXTURES: U14 Boys Munster Cup semi-final - Killarney v UL Bohs, Aghadoe Saturday at 1.30pm.

Killarney Valley AC

INDOOR: The National Juvenile Indoor Championships were held in Athlone over the weekend. Jason O’Reilly was 1st in the U18 400m in a fast time of 50.64sec. Tadgh Galvin ran a PB of 51.94secs in the U19 400m. Aoife O’Shea competed in the U15 1000m Race Walk in a new PB of 6min19secs. Kieran Moloney was 3rd in the U13 Shot Put with a massive PB throw of 10.67m. Cian O’Brien was 3rd in the U18 200m. Oisin Lynch was 2nd in the U18 800m. Oisin O’Regan ran a PB of 2min14secs in the U18 800m. Congrats and well done to all.

CAMPS: Booking for the second week of our Fun Kids Easter Camps is still live on our website and we still have spaces available so don’t miss out!

INFO: All information on Training Schedules is on our website www.killarneyvalleyac.ie.

Killarney Cougars

ACADEMY: No Academy Basketball this week Easter holidays break.

U12 GIRLS PLATE FINAL LEAGUE: Killarney Cougars 24 St Bridget's 42. The Cougars made strong start to the game and led the first quarter with baskets by Madison Angland and Ava Harty. St Bridget's had a strong second quarter and took the lead approaching halftime. St Bridget's gained the upper hand through the second half with some great defence to secure the Plate Final title. The Cougars had good performances on the day from Elise Brunner, Madison Angland and Ava Harty.

U17 BOYS PLATE FINAL: St Bridget's 49 Killarney Cougars 44. The Cougars despite leading throughout the game had to chase the game in the closing stages as St Bridget's hit the front in the final quarter

to secure the win in a competitive Plate Final. The Cougars started well and had a narrow lead through long periods of the game, but three pointers for the Currow side proved to be the difference in a close game. Cougars Andi Cathasaigh, David Butler, AC Padrillian and Dylan Bowler all worked hard throughout the game.

U18 BOYS: Our U18 Boys had five games in Milltown on Saturday in the Playing for Evelyn O’Regan Memorial palliative fundraising tournament. The Cougars overcame St Anne's in an exciting semi-final to set up a meeting with St Colman's and in another exciting game the hosts secured the Plate Final win in the closing minutes. Overall, a great event and a very enjoyable day for all involved.

FIXTURES: Spring Blitz U11 Boys – Saturday - Pres Gym Killarney. Easter Tournament U13 Boys – Wednesday, April 12 - Duagh Sports Complex.

Gneeveguilla AC

LOTTO: No winner of our lotto draw on March 31. Numbers drawn were 15, 21, 25 & 27. Sellers prize winner Aeneas O’Leary. €50 y/t prize winner Francie Herlihy Tureenamult. €50 to Mark, Niamh & Orla Brosnan Headford. €40 to John Scannell Clonreen, Dara Looney Cottage & Tony Moynihan Lacka. Bonus not won numbers drawn were 6, 8, 18 & 28. Next week’s jackpot €11,100 plus €1,000 bonus.

JACK O’KEEFFE JUVENILE RACES: Jack

O’Keeffe Juvenile Races Easter April 10 in Kiskeam GAA Field. Registration from 11am. Races for U5s (Born 2019) to U14 (Born 2010). Contact 086 81366523 /086 1955705/086 1004588. Finishing Prizes for all competitors.

Kerry Badminton

MIXED DOUBLES CHAMPIONSHIPS:

Friday night last the final championship night of the year was held in Tralee Sports Complex. We are very thankful to the complex for hosting all of our county championships this season. It’s brilliant to have such a big hall perfect

for badminton here in Kerry. Everyone who came and played in the different championships always seemed to enjoy themselves whether it be on the court or even off it walking around and chatting to those watching the games. The final mixed doubles competition was held on Friday night and once again it was great to see everyone in good spirits and enjoying themselves. Well done to all the players on the night. In Division 4, it was a close competition with a very strong entry with lots of the games including both semi-finals going to 3 sets. In the end, the final was won by Mikey Belov Flanagan and Rita McCarthy (Listowel) where they beat Aoife Bowler (Moyvane) and Rahad Rahman (Killarney). Unfortunately, in division 2, the final had to be cut short after a very good first set going all the way to 24-22. But early in the second set Ivan Rusov (Listowel) got injured as he moved toward the shuttle and couldn’t continue playing and so he and his partner Helen Browne (Moyvane) had to retire meaning that Samira Hayes and Brendan McGovern (Killarney) got to take home the title. All of us at Kerry badminton would like to wish Ivan a speedy recovery from his injury. Finally, as that was our final championship night of the season, a big thank you must be said to all those who helped in the running and organising of the competitions and also to Tom Bradley for taking pictures at each night.

Kilcummin

KILCUMMIN COMMUNITY GAMES: It is a busy time for Community Games with many competitions taking place. Anyone interested in Community games and would like to know more, please go to Kilcummin Community Games Facebook page where all upcoming events & activities will be posted. Please note you must reside in Kilcummin parish to participate. The results of the Community Games Art and Handwriting competition that was held recently in Kilcummin N.S are now available to view on Facebook.

COUNTY CLEAN UP: The County Clean Up this year is on Saturday, April 15. We are looking for volunteers to assist in collecting rubbish on the roads in their area. Bags are available at the Rural Development Office and can be returned there when full.

KILCUMMIN COMHALTAS: Kilcummin Comhaltas are delighted to win the Best Children’s Entry in this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Killarney, a reflection of the vibrant youth membership of the branch. Thanks to everyone who participated and all those who worked on the float for the day.

KERRY CCÉ: Fleadh Cheoil Chiarraí greatly appreciate the contributions given to their recent Church-Gate Collection. Míle Buíochas. The Fleadh is being held in Ballybunion from June 9 to 18. Closing date for branch entries to this year’s Fleadh is April 14.

SOCCER: The Killarney Celtic U13B squad who took on Mastergeeha B at Kilbrean Park.