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This Week’s Issue Is Brought To You By: Directors: Cormac Casey & Noelle Casey General Manager: Aidan Quirke Business Development: Kieran Healy Editor: Eve Kelliher Senior Graphic Designer: Orla Dunlea Customer Service: Linde Bot Hutchinson Graphic Designer: Leszek Szeligowski

Sports Columnists: Eamonn Fitzgerald, Adam Moynihan, Liam Murphy, Eamonn Keogh, John O’Leary Contributing Columnists: Anne Lucey, Debby Looney, Chris Reina, Kevin O’Connell, Trevor O’Donoghue, Grace Foley, Jill Duggan Photographers: Dylan Clifford, Eamonn Keogh, Don MacMonagle, Sally MacMonagle, Valerie O’Sullivan, Konrad Paprocki, Marek Hajdasz

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Editor’s View

Eve Kelliher takes a look at the news that’s been getting Killarney and Kerry talking

Why would someone fling litter around a grave? WHEN someone is visiting the grave of a loved one the last thing they want to see is litter strewn nearby – least of all on the grave itself. But that was the distressing scenario faced by Killarney woman Maria Klausner when she went to Aghadoe graveyard to tend to the resting place of her husband Albert during the week. “It is so disrespectful. There was rubbish everywhere,” Maria said. Dumping of rubbish at the graveyard is an ongoing problem, with bin charges set to make the situation worse, mourners fear. “All the rubbish is disgusting and disgraceful. People have no respect for the living, never mind the dead,” said Maria. Visitors to the graveyard encounter everything from shoes to household goods dumped there. Maria said it was particularly upsetting because her late husband had a

Litter louts have no respect for the living, never mind the dead passion for maintaining the environment in pristine condition. “My husband was born in Austria but he loved Kerry and Ireland was home to him. It would have upset him to see all the rubbish,” she said. “I was extremely upset. I try to keep the grave looking well and go up there every day.”

Maria promptly rang Kerry County Council on the matter. “I am not one to complain but out of respect for my husband I felt I had to,” she said. “I can’t understand such disrespect. I and other people have picked up rubbish from around graves so many times, not only household goods, but all kinds of rubbish.” When Killarney Advertiser contacted Kerry County Council on the matter, it stated: “There has been a skip at that location for some time to cater for litter generated in the graveyard. Kerry County Council is aware of some issues arising and is currently in discussions with the local voluntary graveyard committee to try to reach a more effective solution.” The question remains: How could even the most heartless of litter louts use a graveyard to dump their rubbish?

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Turning The Focus On Accessible Tourism IN JANUARY, Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce President Paul O’Neill told Killarney Advertiser how a priority of his term in office would entail making Killarney accessible to all. This community-wide aspiration is gathering momentum, with Killarney man Paudie Healy being elected to the European Board of Directors of the European Network for Accessible Tourism on Friday. Mr Healy, of Universal Access, Ireland, aid he was delighted to be elected to the 11-member board and thanked all the countries that voted for him. “I look forward to contributing to the ongoing development of tourism for all and especially to the development and rollout of the first global accreditation programme for tourism

service providers by the European Network for Accessible Tourism and also to contributing to the European organisation’s growth and expansion strategy globally.” Mr Healy, pictured, will play a key part n the new four-year strategy on the development of the European organisation globally. Mr Healy said he was delighted to be elected to the 11-member European Board of Directors and thanked all the countries that voted for him. The mission of the European Network for Accessible Tourism is to make European tourism destinations, products and services accessible to all travellers and to promote accessible tourism around the world.

M&S Volunteers Take On Rhododendron Challenge EARLIER this year, Killarney Advertiser turned a spotlight on the scourge of rhododendron in Killarney National Park. It’s an issue that has sparked concern and breast-beating for decades. Of course, action speaks louder than words and it was refreshing this week to see a group of colleagues from Marks & Spencer, Killarney, join forces to try to help address the problem as part of a workplace initiative. These volunteers donned their overalls and headed for Killarney National Park as part of the store’s Make it Matter plan, which aims to support communities across Ireland and the UK and help people live happier, healthier lives. The M&S Killarney team signed up for the Mountain Meitheal, which undertakes projects to protect and conserve mountain and forest areas in Ireland. To begin, four different M&S Killarney

staff members over the course of a week volunteered their time to remove rhododendron pods encroaching on other native plants thus killing flowers, helping to maintain sites throughout Killarney National Park. Tim Cahalane, Rhododendron Eradica-

tion Programme Manager at Killarney National Park, said: “Killarney National Park runs a year-round conservation maintenance programme preventing the highly invasive rhododendron ponticum from becoming re-established on important woodland and moorland habitats. Volunteers play a vital role in this project and we would like to thank the staff from Marks & Spencer for choosing to pledge their volunteer hours to this important task.” In addition to this, over 10 staff from M&S Killarney dedicated their time to paint and redecorate Fossa Community Centre. Paul Daly, store manager at M&S Killarney, said: “We believe that lots of the small actions from lots of people can collectively have a huge impact on a community. Our park is our national heritage and we are committed to ensuring its standards remain high.”

Sign Of The Times? WHERE there’s muck there’s brass, they say. But could the €50 note found wafting along East Avenue Road by an early morning litter-picker be a sign that good times are well and truly here? It definitely caused a talking point among the 12 Killarney Tidy Towns volunteers who were out bright and early on Sunday and Monday to clean up after the bumper weekend celebrations. The consensus was that it was the biggest sum found to date during a clean-up. Meanwhile, a group of vintners joined forces for the third year in a row to pay for street cleaning on Munster final day. Publicans and hoteliers on College Street hired a professional cleaning company to ensure litter picking remained constant in the area on Sunday. “It would be great to see this initiative replicated by other businesses in other parts of the town as we are all benefiting hugely from the influx of supporters,” said a spokesperson for Killarney Tidy Towns. “We would also like to pay a huge tribute to the council staff who were out over the weekend working tirelessly to remove enormous quantities of litter from our town.”

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The Eyeporium Lash, Brow & Beauty Bar AT THE Eyeporium Lash, Brow & Beauty Bar, owner Josie McCannon specialises in eye beauty treatments, such as lash extensions, lash lifts, HD Brows, Eyeporium Signature Brows and regular eyebrow shaping and tinting. The Eyeporium also specialises in the hottest eyebrow treatment at the moment, microblading semi-permanent brows with world-renowned brand Phibrows. “I work closely with my clients to bring their brows back to full health due to over-plucking, ageing or health issues such as chemotherapy, hypothyroidism, alopecia, dermatitis and post-pregnancy hormone imbalances,” said Josie. “My brow rejuvenation treatments are very popular and successful with many women travelling from neighbouring counties for my services.” The importance of eyebrows to your face is paramount it’s all down to symmetry, says Josie. “We as humans are attracted to symmetry. Take celebrities,

for example; we find them very attractive. But it’s not always because they have a fine head of hair or their eyes have a cheeky twinkle; it’s often down to their face symmetry. If you were to draw a line down the centre of their faces, both sides would be almost identical,” said Josie. “But even if you have not been blessed with a mirror face, there is a way to fake it. When you have perfectly symmetrical eyebrows, your face looks more symmetrical. That is just some of the magic in perfect eyebrows and why I love them so so much. Sometimes, brows can be uneven naturally, and that is why we are beginning to see a rise in the semi-permanent methods.” Celebrities like Pippa O’Connor and

Michelle Keegan are choosing Phibrows, a microblading technique that lasts 12-18 months. “I was the first Phibrows artist to be certified in Kerry and I am constantly upskilling and training to give my customers the best treatments on the market. This treatment costs €259 and is a lifetime investment.” Josie offers this treatment completely free of charge to cancer survivors whose eyebrows have been affected by chemotherapy and radiation. “If any readers know of anyone who could avail of this please do not hesitate in contacting me. At the moment there is awaiting list fir this but all people eligible will be looked after,” said Josie. The Eyeporium also offers spray tan-

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Looking forward to the return of National League Basketball to Killarney are players Mark Greene, left, and Philip O’Connor, right, with St Paul’s club officers Paul Sheehan, Padraig Weldon (chairman) and Jim Delaney (vice-chairman). Pic: Eamonn Keogh

Basketball Legend Shane Battier Enjoys Killarney Visit

KILLARNEY is set to shoot for the skies as National League Basketball returns to town. It has been nine years since St Paul’s Basketball Club last featured in the league and the club and town are pulling out all the stops to place Killarney firmly on the map as Ireland’s premier basketball town. St Paul’s is now seeking support from the local business community to help finance the team. “We will be seeking sponsorship over the next month to help with the running costs. Any funds raised will help with coaching and recruiting foreign players,” said Aidan Quirke, chairman of the St Paul’s division one committee. “It’s exciting times for St Paul’s with our return to the National League. Killarney has always been a great basketball town with over 400 juveniles registered with the club presently.” A campaign will run over the next six weeks to put the necessary sponsorship in place to support the team along with self-generated fundraising initiatives. There will be 10 home games this season and the committee are planning to put on a show. “We want to make home games a great family experience. It’s going to be exciting and we want to get as many as people as possible to get the games with tickets starting €2 for U18s and €5 for adults,” said Aidan Quirke. The committee members are as follows: Tracey O’Shea – secretary John Brosnan – vice chair; Sean Brosnan/Mike Pierce – treasurers.

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HE MAY be an instantly recognisable sports star across America but former NBA Basketball champion Shane Battier passed through Killarney almost anonymously last week. His towering presence of 6 foot 8 inches certainly made him stand out when he visited The Porterhouse on Plunkett Street with a group of golfing friends but it is safe to assume that most of the locals there didn’t have a clue who he was. Another group of Americans dining there did recognise him and alerted a staff member about the presence of a sports celebrity in the house. Despite enjoying his low-profile visit to Killarney, Shane kindly obliged to have his photo taken with Porterhouse staff members. Shane Battier is best known for his role on the all-conquering Miami Heat team that won back-to-back NBA Championship titles in 2012 and 2013. His former teammate and friend LeBron James is a global superstar and the greatest player in the world. Other famous players on that successful Miami team included Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh and Ray Allen. Battier (38) retired from a glittering NBA career after the 2014 finals. He is also well remembered for his outstanding college

career at Duke University, where he led his team to the 2001 National Championship under the guidance of legendary Duke coach and USA Olympics team coach Mike Krzyzewski (“Coach K”). Unfortunately it appears that Shane had left town by the time word filtered through to many of the local basketball enthusiasts about his visit. He is actually quite different to the average sports star and may have had some words of wisdom to offer to the news that top-flight basketball will return to Killarney later this year. Apart from his smart play on the court, Battier was once described as the most intelligent player in the NBA and even made a top ten list of the world’s smartest athletes. His knowledge and skills from his playing career combine well with his current role as the Miami Heat director of basketball development and analytics. Shane Battier definitely wasn’t the first celebrity to enjoy an anonymous visit to Killarney and he certainly won’t be the last. His visit is just one classic example of Killarney’s high ranking as a top global tourist destination. Hopefully the majestic scenery and wonderful hospitality that he enjoyed might inspire him to return again. He might even encourage his friend LeBron to visit!

Eduard Schmidt-Zorner accepts the chain of office from outgoing president Angela O’Connor.

Changing Of The Guard At Rotary APPLAUSE rang out in Gaby’s Restaurant on High Street on Wednesday for outgoing Killarney Rotary Club president Angela O’Connor who completed a highly successful year at the helm of the club. Rotarians welcomed Angela’s successor, Eduard SchmidtZorner as he accepted the chain of office. Originally from Dortmund in Germany and based in Milltown for the past 25 years, Eduard describes himself as “an adopted Kerry man”. “My main objective for the club this year is to have fun and to seek out opportunities for service - to increase recognition of our club both in the Rotary community, national and international,0 and in our community at large, to identify new charities, to keep close contact with responsible people in Killar-

ney, with the cultural scene and to visit our neighbouring clubs,” said the new president. Eduard, who is an artist and writer, joined Killarney Rotary after retiring from Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd, Killarney. “My way into Rotary would not have materialised without the support and advice from Killarney Rotarian Barry Murphy.” Eduard added: “When I look back into the history of our club, I am the first president of foreign origin, though I am Irish citizen now and proud of it, and I am an the oldest to go into the chair,” he said. “We are part of this community and we are respected and we are proud to help so many organisations in our area and all this combined with high level events which thousands of people in our community are marking in their diaries every year.”

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Meet Kerry and Killarney’s New First Citizens Words: Eve Kelliher Pics: Domnick Walsh

‘I Want To Be A Mayor That Is Representative Of The Wider Community’ PARKING and traffic management in Killarney are among issues Killarney Municipal District’s new cathaoirleach has highlighted since donning the chain of office on Friday. Councillor Niall Kelleher also pledged to focus on the need for improved safety at the Upper Lewis Road junction leading to the Killarney Bypass road, an issue on which Killarney Advertiser has strongly campaigned. This along with a number of other junctions such as Madam’s Hill, Coolcaslagh and Pike Hill, all need to be made safer, he said. “I welcome the new chain of office which is representative of the entire municipal district and it’s important because the town of Killarney and the hinterland, stretching to our other towns of Castleisland, my own native Rathmore and the wider communities, co-exist and are very much interlinked in our daily lives, whether through sport, through music, through work or through socialising,” said Cllr Kelleher. “I want to be a mayor that is representative of this wider community and to further promote inclusivity and dialogue among all groups, both commercial and voluntary.” Buildings like the Aras Phádraig and the Pret-

The cathaoirleach of Killarney Municipal District Cllr Niall Kelleher and his stepdaughter Portia Gordon.

ty Polly site are of unique importance to the town, said Mayor Kelleher. “I want to ensure that these sites are developed and life brought back into them and creating employment for our town,” he said. Cllr Kelleher is also in favour of broadcasting council meetings on the Internet. He added: “I’m not afraid to work hard and I’m passionate about the work I do. I am never afraid to speak my mind but I won’t speak for the sake of it and if I feel it’s for the betterment of the people and the area we live in, I shall continue speaking out for the people and raising their concerns.”

Lift-Off For Killarney Ladies SIX Killarney ladies powered their way into the record books after they competed in the World Drug-Free Powerlifting Federation World Championships. The women, all trained by Sean McCarthy at Phoenix Fitness Studio in High Street, travelled to Belgium for the big event. In the squat, Frances Arthur broke a world record with an 82.5kg lift, while Derina Kelliher notched a new personal best of 87.5kg and Melanie Aranda recorded a new personal best of 90kg. Frances Arthur broke a European record in the bench-press event the following day with a 50kg lift, while Diane Horgan and Derina Kelliher notched new competition bests of 60kg and 50kg respectively and Orlaith O’Driscoll recorded a very strong 47.5kg. On the third day, in the deadlift event, Orlaith O’Driscoll achieved a personal best of 110kg while Derina Kelliher and Shinann O’Sullivan both recorded competition personal bests of 107.5kg. Phoenix Fitness Studio has also purchased the exclusive Eleiko weights for those who are training for powerlifting competitions. “These are literally the best name in powerlifting equipment in the world,” said Sean. “We are in fact the only gym in Killarney that has them and one of only a couple in Kerry. Not only are we probably the best equipped gym in Killarney for powerlifting, in just one year we are one of the biggest powerlifting teams in the country with a group of 20 people, male and female, ranging from 15 to 42 competing in our next competition in September, one of which already holds two world records and one European record.” Check out www.facebook.com/PhoenixFitnesskillarney or call 085-7898123.

‘We Can Achieve A Lot,’ Says Kerry’s New Mayor KERRY’S new mayor has spoken of how he hopes much can be achieved during his term in office. A Fine Gael councillor in the Killarney Municipal District, John Sheahan was elected cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council at the annual meeting of the County Council on Friday. Cllr Sheahan, who has been a member of the council since 2007, was chosen by his colleagues to serve as cathaoirleach for the next 12 months. Cllr Patrick Connor-Scarteen (FG) has been elected as leas-cathaoirleach. Speaking following his election, Cllr Sheahan, who succeeds Cllr Michael O’Shea (FF), said he was honoured to take up the role: “To become cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council is indeed a great privilege. It is one which I am humbled to take on. I am very conscious that this is a role which relatively few people have occupied since Kerry County Council was established in 1899 so it is a position which I come to with great humility and respect for the role.” Addressing his colleagues at County Buildings,

Mayor of Kerry John Sheahan.

the cathaoirleach paid tribute to his predecessor, Cllr Michael O’Shea, and said: “I hope I will serve as a fair and effective cathaoirleach for the 12 months ahead and I am sure that, with your support, we can achieve a lot in the coming period.”

Derina Kelliher, Frances Arthur, Orlaith O’Driscoll, Diane Horgan, Shinann O’Sullivan and Melanie Aranda.

Killarney’s Links With Washington Graduation Children at Naionra Faithleann, Killarney, on their graduation day pictured with preschool teachers Mary O’Leary and Rose Blackwell. Pic: Ian Cronin, IC Photo Studio

THE James Hoban Societies of Ireland and the United States in association with the National Parks and Wildlife Service of the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht present Green Hills, White Houses. This is a celebration of he Irish connection with Washington DC and the 65th anniversary of the completion of the reconstruction of The White House

by John McShain, of Pennsylvania, Washington DC and Killarney House. The talks will take place in the Garden Room, Killarney House, this Sunday, from 10am to 1.30pm. There will be free admission to the event. Booking is advised as places may be limited. Contact Pat Dawson at pat.dawson@ahg. gov.ie or 064-667 0142.

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07.07.17 Words: Eve Kelliher Pics: Dylan Clifford

Painting The Town Red, White And Blue FROM gunslingers to can-can girls, a carnival atmosphere prevailed in Killarney from morning till night on July 4. A dawn chorus featuring The Shire Men’s Choir got the celebrations started as a rousing rendition of The Star-Spangled Banner rang out at the town hall. As always, this proved to be a very emotional event as our American visitors joined Irish revellers to hold their flags high and sing their national anthem with pride. As Killarney 4th of July festival committee member Ollie Favier said: “The 4th of July is, to a lot of Irish people, what St Patrick’s Day is to Americans.” And from 7am until midnight, the entertainment was unstoppable. Killarney’s Main Street was Main Street USA as the Wild West Troupe, brass bands and dancers impressed locals and visitors alike as they went about their business. The town was a sea of red, white and blue as delighted crowds surged forth to line the streets shortly before 8pm to enjoy the 40-minute long parade. “This was the biggest celebration of America’s Independence outside of America itself,” said Ollie. “We wanted to show our American visitors how truly appreciative we are of them and also give a nod to our loved ones over in America celebrating the day.”

Fireworks & Time Travel DOC and Marty McFly whisked cinemagoers back to 1985 at Killarney House & Gardens for a special movie extravaganza as part of the Killarney 4th of July Celebrations on Tuesday night. Back to the Future lit up the silver screen at the scenic gardens but

before the screening drew to a close at midnight, a spectacular fireworks display illuminated the night skies. “We would like to thank Killarney House & Gardens and Kerry County Council for facilitating this amazing event with Kerry Film Festival,” stated the organisers.

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Kerry’s Councillors Paid Over €1M Last Year KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL paid out over €1 million to 33 elected members last year. The total figure includes allowances, expenses, attendances at conferences and training seminars, as well as gratuities and ex-gratia payments to former councillors. The average paid to and claimed by a councillor in 2016 was almost €29,000, according to the council’s annual report. The total payments made to councillors by Kerry County Council in respect of attendance, authorised by the authority, at a meeting of a prescribed association of local authorities of which the authority is a member, and attendance, authorised by the authority, at a conference, seminar, training event or other meeting or event was €93,495 in 2016. The amount of registration fees paid to organisers for the authorised attendance of elected members at conferences, seminars, training events or other meetings, in 2016 was €22,776.

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Travel and subsistence expenses for within the State came to €91,564; with the total for travel and subsistence outside the State amounting to €1,931. The payments are included as part of the Kerry County Council’s €125m budget for 2016. The mayor/cathaoirleach allowance was €30,033, while the deputy mayor/leas cathaoirleach received €6,007, and the mayor of Tralee and cathaoirligh of Killarney, Listowel and South and West Kerry Municipal Districts, received €30,033. Strategic Policy Committee Chair Allowance was €24,000, with the mobile phone allowance totalling €8,552. The annual allowance came to €216,082 while representational payments of €549,023 were made and gratuities/ex-gratia payments of €63,549. The representational payment is a payment worth €16,500 to each councillor. The annual allowance is for turning up to 80% of meetings.

Highlights Of Council’s Annual Report ... KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL spent €200m last year on vital services such as roads, water and social housing. Below are some highlights from the report on work carried out or commenced. • Signing of contracts for the new €30m water treatment plant at Lough Guitane • Progress made on the latest phase of the realignment of the N86 Tralee-Dingle road • Publication of the Local Economic and Community Plan for the county for the next six years • Launch of the new Tourism Strategy and Action Plan for Kerry • Commencement of the rollout of a €62m housing programme across the county • At Municipal District level, multi-million euro work plans were adopted • Local communities benefited from the Community Support Fund and programmes like Clár and the Town and Village Renewal Scheme

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Plans For Former Torc Found Great Southern Site Missing Teen Found PLANS have been made to develop a cinema and restaurant in Killarney. Developer Torc Bridge Ltd is submitting plans to Kerry County Council for a regional entrainment facility on a site formerly known as the Torc Great Southern Hotel on Park Road. The council is expected to make a decision in the coming weeks.

A TEENAGER reported missing from the Killarney area has been located and is reported to be “safe and well”. Gardaí sought the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Hossein Hashimi, reported missing from Port Road, Killarney on June 15. Gardaí have confirmed the 15-year-old has been found.

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07.07.17

Words: Eve Kelliher

‘I Thank My Kidney Donor For Giving Me This Opportunity’ KILLARNEY native Con Brosnan returned home this week after the experience of a lifetime and he was quick to pay tribute to the generosity of the organ donor who had made it possible. Con was one of the 27-member Transplant Team Ireland who touched down in Dublin Airport on Sunday. All had notched top-class performances at the 21st World Transplant Games in Malaga both on and off the competitive field. The Irish team won a total of 32 medals while at the same time demonstrating their zest for life, team spirit, sportsmanship and infectious goodwill while honouring their organ donors. The Irish team’s impressive medals haul includes 14 gold, 7 silver and 11 bronze medals from various sporting events.

Con Brosnan, right, with Pat and Teresa Looney.

It was the first World Transplant Games in which Con Brosnan took part, and although he didn’t bring home a medal from his golf events he said: “I thoroughly enjoyed the Games experience

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and spending time with the team who welcomed me and have become my extended family.” He added: “I thank my kidney donor for giving me this wonderful opportunity.”

Con was supported at the Games by Teresa and Pat Looney of the Kerry branch of the Irish Kidney Association. “I want to thank Teresa and Pat Looney who travelled with me to the Games from Kerry as they were a great support,” said Con. The 21st World Transplant Games involved 1000 competitors from 51 countries and every athlete who competed will have received a kidney, liver, heart, lung, pancreas or bone marrow transplant. For organ donor cards Freetext DONOR to 50050 or visit website www. ika.ie/card You can now download the IKA’s new digital donor card by visiting www.donor.ie on your smartphone. Your wishes to be an organ donor can also be included on the new format driving licence which is represented by Code 115.

niment to the wonderful selection of brews inhouse. “Much aligned to the brewing process, the ingredients for pizza dough are simple: flour, water, yeast and salt. The key to making great pizza, akin to a great beer, is in the process – the way each carefully selected ingredient is added to another and control of the environment in which these ingredients are mixed and stored,” says Barry Spellman of Killarney Brewing Company. Just five minutes’ walk from the town centre, it is open from 3.30pm, Tuesday-Sunday.

CONGRATULATIONS to Dr Michael Moloney (pictured) who has been awarded a prestigious Fellowship of the Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI). Dr Michael has a wealth of expertise in sports and exercise medicine, in which he holds a Master’s degree. As a result of his work and study in this area, the faculty has awarded him the sought-after fellowship. The Killarney GP has been involved in the successes of numerous high-level sports teams and athletes in the national and international arena for many years now. Dr Moloney is the team doctor for the FAI Irish International under-17

squad. He spent a number of years working with the Kerry football team, and was involved in their All-Ireland successes. He runs a specialised sports and injury clinic which caters for athletes at every level, from amateur to elite. Dr Moloney and Dr Michael O’Doherty opened Killarney Medical Centre on New Street five years ago where they also run a specialised screening clinic for sudden adult death syndrome/sudden cardiac arrest. At the clinic, patients benefit from the expertise of a specialist cardiac physiologist and cardiology consultant. Killarney Medical Centre can be contacted on 064-6620628.

Call Into The Sweater Shop THE Sweater Shop, a family business since 1986 with stores in Dublin, Kilkenny and Galway, is delighted to announce the opening of its newest store in Killarney’s Plunkett Street. This is a sweater shop with a difference as it stocks a large selection of ladies and gents fine knitwear in natural yarns. Stocks include 100% fine Merino garments, a breathable yet warm fabric in many different styles for ladies and gents. Stocks also include 100% cashmere sweaters, gloves

and scarves in various styles for ladies and gents. The store also stocks a selection of outerwear, such as Jack Murphy coats, perfect for the variety of tours on offer in Killarney. Stockists include McKenzy, Jack Murphy, Ireland’s Eye, Castle Knitwear and many, many more. “We have always prided ourselves on stocking products with the very best selection, quality and price. Please drop in and have a browse and see for yourself!” said Laura Byrne of The Sweater Shop.

Vintage Treasure Hunt THE Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage Club has organised a fun treasure hunt on Sunday, July 16, covering some roads in Mid Kerry. Clues will be provided and all the competitors must do is find the answers. There will be a spot prize for the overall winner. The cost is €5 per car for club

members and €10 for non-club members. Open to all makes, models and car ages, it will be leaving the Innisfallen Hotel, Fossa, on July 16 at at 11am. Any queries to 087-3381842 or check out the club’s event on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/killarneyvalleyvintage

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07.07.17 Words: Eve Kelliher Pics: Valerie O’Sullivan

Killarney House Open After €10M Makeover

Pat Dawson, Manager, Killarney House and Gardens, Minister of State for Tourism and Sport Brendan Griffin, Harry O’Donoghue, Senator Paul Coghlan, Niall Parson, Architect OPW.

HE doors of Killarney House swung open on Monday morning as the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Heather Humphreys, together with the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Brendan Griffin, performed the official launch. The three principal rooms of the house, which have been restored to their former glory, are now open to the public for the first time – the dining room, the living room/library and the drawing room. The house is being developed as the main visitor and interpretative centre for the National Park. In the depths of the recession, the €10 million project was announced in 2011 by then Minister Jimmy Deenihan and involved a major refurbishment programme for the House and its ornamental grounds and gardens. The project involved collaboration with the Office of Public Works as project managers and Fáilte Ireland. Now, the Irish Museum of Modern Art and the Department for Arts have agreed a partnership to showcase its collections in Killarney House. Pat Dawson, manager, Killarney House and Gardens, paid tribute to Jimmy Deenihan, as well as his former boss Dan Kelleher who was “instrumental” in bringing the project to fruition, as was caretaker Harry O’Donoghue. “For those of you who remember the tradition of having the ‘station Mass’ in your home, you will know that a huge amount of work is completed in the final days before the event, with help from the neighbours,” Mr Dawson told the gathering. “A wise man told me recently that “if it were not for “the last minute” nothing would ever be completed on time!” Minister of State Brendan Griffin described the house and gardens, located within walking distance of the town centre, as “a vital link between the town and the National Park”. The leas-chathaoirleach of the Seanad, Senator Paul Coghlan, Ballydowney, Killarney, said: “The restored gardens were opened to the public last year and I am delighted that we are now seeing the opening of the rooms of the house with original furniture of Lord Castlerosse, Earls of Kenmare and ‘The Man Who Built Washington’, John McShain.” Killarney House and Gardens, Killarney National Park.

Above: The dining room and drawing room are two of the rooms open to the public.

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Killarney House At A Glance

Harry O’Donoghue and former minister Jimmy Deenihan.

KILLARNEY HOUSE, previously known as Kenmare House, was the seat of the Kenmare family until 1956. The Kenmare family are descended from Sir Valentine Browne, appointed Surveyor-General of Ireland by Queen Elizabeth I in 1559. In 1952, the seventh and last Earl of Kenmare died leaving Kenmare House and Estate to his niece Mrs Beatrice Grosvenor. In 1956 the House with a section of the estate was sold and eventually acquired by Mr John McShain, an American of Irish descent, who, with his wife, used the House Moira Murrell, Chief Executive, Kerry County Council, as a summer residence from 1958 until their deaths. with Tommy Cronin.

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Third Generation To Work At Killarney House

Harry O’Donoghue and his sisters, Anne Moynihan, Noreen Healy, Pat Fleming and Eileen O’Donoghue with Minister Heather Humphreys.

IT WAS an emotional day for Harry O’Donoghue and his sisters Anne Moynihan, Noreen Healy, Pat Fleming and Eileen O’Donoghue as Killarney House was offically opened to the public. The family has very strong ties with Killarney House, having worked for both families that had resided there. Harry O’Donoghue is the third generation of his family to work in the Killarney Estate. He was a butler to the McShain family for 16 years until the deaths of John McShain and his wife Mary. The couple had enjoyed Killarney House as their summer residence from 1958 until 1998. What we now call Killarney House is a converted stable block of Kenmare House, built by Valentine Browne, the third Viscount Kenmare, in 1726. The original Killarney House was still unfinished in 1879 when fire caused extensive damage worth £2,000.

The Kenmares moved to the Isle of Wight until the 1890s when they returned to Killarney House. Fire struck Killarney House again in 1913. The Kenmares abandoned the ruined house and remodelled the stables of the 18th-century Kenmare House. This is the current Killarney House. It was here that Tim O’Donoghue of New Street got a job in 1914, as a reward for saving the life of Valentine Edward Kenmare (Lord Castlerosse) when they both served in the Irish Guards during World War I. Thus started a family tradition, with Tim’s son Paddy working as a butler for the Kenmare family, and his son Harry working on the estate under various employers from 1986 until today. After the deaths of John and Mary McShain, Killarney House fell into disrepair. And over the past six years, Mr O’Donoghue has played a critical role in its restoration.

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Tourism

Women Play A Key Role In Killarney’s Tourism Industry

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THE Killarney tourism industry stands out as a sector that affords women the opportunity to be movers and shakers on equal footing with their male counterparts. Historically, Killarney women have played a key role running hotels, guesthouses, hotels, bars and shops. Each new generation has thrown up its own crop of household names as a variety of women become industry leaders until the time comes to pass on the torch to a new wave of talented and innovative women. Memories of the late Beatrice Grosvenor (1915-1985) may be dimming but, in common with her ancestors, the Earls of Kenmare, she did much to advance tourism in Killarney. Mrs Grosvenor was the driving force behind the opening of the Castlerosse Hotel in 1960. A drive-in complex modelled on the motel concept, it was the first hotel in Killarney to have a swimming pool. The first manager of the hotel was Elizabeth McCarthy, who still lives in

Kathleen O’Regan Sheppard Kay Randles

Killarney. Another key figure in the hotel trade was the late Sheila O’Donoghue, who started The Gleneagle Hotel with her husband, Paddy. Sheila was passionate about the hospitality business and

Tourism is akin to show business continued to work in reception into her mid-90’s. She passed away in 2011, aged 100 years. Outstanding contemporary women in Killarney tourism include hoteliers Kay Randles, The Dromhall Hotel, and

B&B Women Are The Unsung Heroes Of Killarney Tourism THE woman of the house, the driving force behind the B&B trade in Killarney town and valley, remains to this day, though in reduced numbers, a multi-tasker who runs a hotel in microcosm, often while raising a family at the same time. Among the early pioneers of this homely face of the accommodation sector was the late Kathy Guerin, Muckross Road, who started the guesthouse “Irish Cottage” with her husband, Con, in 1950. Kathy and her contemporaries were enterprising women motivated at first by the opportunity to raise some extra cash to educate their children. They went on to bring the traditional Irish welcome to an art form, becoming unofficial tourism ambassadors along the way. Mary Guerin described her mother as a “total professional” who believed the customer was always right. “She absolutely loved working in the guesthouse,” Mary said. “Every summer evening, the gorgeous aroma of freshly baked brown bread, scones and apple tarts could be smelt wafting from the kitchen for afternoon teas and suppers and as a welcome with a cup of tea.” Mary recalled a Christmas Day when the house was not open for guests and some Germans arrived to the door. Kathy said there had to be “room at the inn” for them and gave them her own dinner. Her New York-based son, Denis, remembered chatting to Kathy on the phone only to hear the sound of the receiver banging against the wall – Denis calling from NY forgotten as Kathy attended to her guests. Kathy continued working in ‘Irish Cottage’ until she was in her mid-80s.

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Eileen O’Callaghan, The Fáilte Hotel, both of whom illustrate the theory that a passion for your job keeps you young. “Our relationship with our guests and people is still the most important thing,” Kay Randles said. “It’s important to give people a good welcome.” Hotelier Kathleen O’Regan Sheppard became an “accidental host” after she left the public service and opened Kathleen’s Country House 35 years ago. “Tourism is akin to show business,” Kathleen said. “Regardless of the weather and how one feels the show must go on and the visitor welcomed.” Cahernane House Hotel general manager Emer Corridan classes interaction with the public is one of the most enjoyable aspects of her job. “A cliché I know, but really, talking to people is so enjoyable when you are interested in people and their lives,” she said. “I love not knowing what each day will bring – and it’s always different in a hotel but it makes for an exciting and unique job.”

Tracy Coyne

Tracy Coyne has traded a banking career to work in the family business, The International Best Western Hotel. Tracy enjoys working with brilliant people who share the same passion for Killarney and Kerry. “Tourism allows me to meet people from all corners of the earth and join them as they glimpse the wonder of my world through their eyes,” she said. “Women are naturals when it comes to hospitality,” she said. “We are life’s carers – we welcome, we feed and we build relationships with others.” Marie Chawke ran the Aghadoe Heights Hotel with her husband, Pat, for 14 years up to January 2015. She is now engaged in consultancy work in Ireland and Dubai. “To be a great hotel or guesthouse means not only having all the basic requisites of a welcoming environment, top-notch product and exceptional service in place, but also taking steps to innovate and create something extra and memorable,” Marie said.

Ladies Day

Fashion And Fun To Get Free Rein In Killarney STYLISH ladies take note – Thursday, July 20, is set to be one of the most eagerly anticipated of the year as it’s Dawn Milk Ladies Day at Killarney Races. Champion dancer and Kerry GAA hero Aidan O’Mahony will join top Irish model and fellow Dancing With The Stars contestant Thalia Heffernan as the celebrity adjudicators and the judging process will commence at 2pm sharp. The Queen of Fashion winner will receive a trip for two to Paris while the best-dressed gent will win a trip for two to Milan. Chic ladies, dapper gents and a beautiful bouquet of Roses will be mingling with hugely popular Kerry GAA legends at Killarney’s July Racing Festival which is unquestionably one of the sporting and social highlights of the year. The four-day festival will commence on Monday, July 17, with a family evening which will feature a very special celebration to pay tribute to Kerry football great Colm Cooper who will be the guest of honour. Punters and supporters can enjoy what promises to be a very memorable occasion with hospitality tickets available for the event as Killarney Race Company pays tribute to the holder of five All-Ireland medals, one All-Ireland Club title and an incredible

eight All-Star awards. The racing highlight on the Monday will be the Cairn Rouge Stakes – a listed race – worth €55,000. Another evening of great racing will follow on Tuesday, July 18, with locals and visitors from all around the globe expected to flock to the Ross Road track where the atmosphere is matched only by the spectacular views at Ireland’s most scenic racecourse. Tuesday’s highlight out on the course will be the Richard and Mary Butler Memorial Handicap Steeplechase (Grade B) worth €50,000. There will be added glamour on Wednesday, July 19 – another evening meeting – when several of this year’s Rose of Tralee finalists will mingle with the racegoers, posing for selfies and signing autographs as a little bit of festival fever transfers from Tralee to Killarney. For restaurant and barbecue packages call 064-6631125. Agne Krememskiene from Killarney was the winner of the Dawn Milk Queen of Fashion today. Pic: Domnick Walsh

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TELESCOPES and technology are progressing at a breakneck pace allowing us to probe the light from these distant worlds for traces of gases that might signify life. Probes in our own solar system are busy looking for the signs and signatures of life. In addition a number of earth based radio telescopes are getting in on the act, gathering data from far away stars in the hope of finding an artificial signal, which would mean extra terrestrial intelligence. The volume of data gathered is staggering and the amount of computer power needed to crunch the data is also staggering. But here lies an opportunity for citizen scientists with a computer and an internet connection to get involved. SETI@home is an internet-based, public volunteer programme that anal-

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Killarney Athletic Killarney Credit Union Seven-A-Side Tournament THE results for week two and fixtures for week three are below. The knockout stages begin on Monday, along with under-14 and under-16 tournaments on Tuesday, at the Woodlawn venue. Results: July 2, Senior Dyslexia Utined 3 MD O’ Shea Park Road 3; Senior The Flesk Restaurant 0 Tokey Badgers FC 2; Senior Mustang Sally’s 2 Cronin’s Tyres Castlemaine 1; Senior Tricel 0 Fáilte Legends 2; Over 35 Leanes Tool Hire 2 Tim Jones Butcher 1; Over 35 Kate Kearney’s Cottage 1 Charlie Foleys 2; Senior Bousie Brigade 1 Celtic Steps 1; Senior Dunboy Construction 0 Tatler Toffees 5; Senior Mackey’s Young Ones 0 Steve’s Barber 1; Senior The Flesk Restaurant 2 Tatler Toffees 2; Over 35 Mackey’s Crew 0 Mackey’s Crew II 2; Speakeasy 1 The Fáilte Bar 4; July 4, Senior Fáilte Legends 4 The Hobbits 0; Senior FC Killarinho 3 The Hobbits 2; Senior Tru Pro 3 Duncan Donuts 2; Senior Mackey’s Young Ones 6 Morris Not So Minors 1; Over 35 Mackey’s Crew II 2 V Charlie Foleys 2; Senior Cronin’s Tyres Castlemaine 2 Morris Not So Minors 1; Senior Mackey’s Crew 0 Tim Jones & Sons 3; Over 35 Leanes Tool Hire 3 Mackey’s Crew 0; Over 35 Tim Jones Butchers 0 Kate Kearney’s Cottage 2; July 5, Senior Liebherr Container Cranes 2 Fáilte Legends 4; Senior Speakeasy 4 Tough Totts 2; Over 35 Mackey’s Crew 0 Kate Kearney’s Cottage 3; Senior Speakeasy 0 Dunloe Lodge 2; Celtic Steps 1 Dyslexia Utined 3; Senior Mustangs Sally’s 1 Steve’s Barber 2; Over 35 Leanes Tool Hire 2 Mackey’s Crew II 2; FC Killarinho 2 Tricel 3; Over 35 Tim Jones Butchers 1 Charlie Foleys 6. The fixtures for week three are as follows: Monday, July 10, Pitch 1, 6.45 Over 35 Leanes Tool Hires V Kate Kearney’s Cottage; 7.10 Playoff B (1) Tough Totts V Mackey’s Young Ones; 7.35 Playoff B (3) Bousie Brigade V The Hobbits; 8.00 Playoff B (5) Mackey’s Crew V The Flesk Restaurant; 8.25 Playoff B (7) Tricel V MD O’ Shea Park Road; Pitch 2, 6.45 Playoff A (2) Liebherr Container Cranes V Dunboy Construction; 7.10 Playoff A (1) Morris Not So Minors V Cronin’s Tyres Castlemaine; 7.35 Playoff B (4) Duncan Donuts V Mustang Sally’s 8.00 Playoff B (6) Winner of A (2) V Tru Pro; 8.25 8.50 Playoff B (8) The Speakeasy V FC Killarinho; Tuesday, July 11, Pitch 1, 6.20 U16 Junior B V Yurventus; 6.45 U14 Omega Fitted Furniture V Bayern Neverloosin; 7.10 Playoff B (2) Winners of A (1) V Celtic Steps; 7.35 U14 Omega Fitted Furniture V JR Spares; 8.00 U16 Dungers United V CRL Oil; 8.25 U14 Steve’s Barber FC V JR Spares; 8.50 U16 Dungers United V Expected Toulouse; Pitch 2, 6.20 U16 Fáilte Hotel V Pique Blinders; 6.45 U14 Steve’s Barber FC v Bombers; 7.10 U16 Junior B V Fáilte Hotel; 7.35 U14 Bayern Neverloosin V Bombers; 8.00 U16 Expected Tolulouse V AFC Golly; 8.25 Last 16 Winners B (7) V Fáilte Legends; 8.50 U16 CRL Oil V AFC Golly; Wednesday, July 12, Pitch 1, 6.45 Over 35 Leanes Tool Hire V Charlie Foley’s; 7.10 Last 16 Winner B (6) V The Fáilte Bar; 7.35 Last 16 Winners B (1) V Tim Jones & Sons; 8.00 Last 16 Winners B (4) V Tokey Badgers FC; 8.25 Last 16 Winners B (5) V Dyslexia Utined; Pitch 2, 6.45 Over 35 Mackey’s Crew II V Kate Kearney’s Cottage; 7.10 Last 16 Winners B (2) V Dunloe Lodge; 7.35 Last 16 Winners B (8) V Steve’s Barber; 8.00 Last 16 Winners B (3) V Tatler Toffees; Thursday, July 13, Pitch 1, 6.20 U14 Omega Fitted Furniture V Steve’s Barber FC; 6.45 U16 Junior B v Pique Blinders; 7.10 U14 Bayern Neverloosin V Steve’s Barber FC; 7.35 U16 Dungers United V AFC Golly; 8.00 U14 Omega Fitted Furniture V Bombers; 8.25 Over 35 Tim Jones Butchers V Mackey’s Crew II; Pitch 2, 6.20 U14 Bayern Neverloosin V JR Spares; 6.45 U16 Yurventus V Fáilte Hotel; 7.10 U14 Bombers V JR Spares; 7.35 U16 Yurventus V Pique Blinders; 8.00 U16 CRL Oil V Expected Toulouse.

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Taoiseach’s ‘Sock-Off’ THE BBC coined it “sock diplomacy” as the Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, wore a pair of maple leaf socks for his meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Mr Trudeau looked in fine form as he enjoyed a laugh with Leo, his first official visitor since becoming Taoiseach. The pair were pictured ahead of talks at Farmleigh House in the Phoenix Park – where Mr Varadkar

appeared to come second in the ‘sock-off’ with Mr Trudeau opting not to wear leprechaun stockings. Mr Trudeau’s arrival was arranged two months on from Mr Varadkar’s predecessor Enda Kenny meeting him in Montreal. The Canadian Prime Minister reckons both Canada and Ireland should cash in on Brexit and Donald Trump’s US presidency by encouraging people and businesses to relocate.

Drug Seizure In ‘Sophisticated Grow House’ In Kerry GARDAI investigating the sale and supply of controlled drugs in the Kerry area have seized cannabis plants and dried cannabis. Gardaí from Listowel carried out a planned search of a house in Moyvane on Monday afternoon. During the course of the search cannabis plants at various stages of maturity and dried cannabis with a combined estimated street value of up to €350,000 (pending

analysis) was discovered in what is described as “a sophisticated grow house”. A male in his 60s was arrested at the scene and is currently detained under the provisions of Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at Listowel Garda Station. He has since been released pending a file to the Director of Public Prosecutions. The scene was preserved and technically examined.

Trump ‘To Confront Theresa May Over Terminally Ill Baby Boy’ DONALD TRUMP is reportedly planning to confront Theresa May over the case of terminally ill child Charlie Gard. The White House is expected to raise the issue of the 11-monthold boy’s treatment in a oneto-one meeting with the Prime Minister at the G20 summit. The US President said this week he would be “delighted” to help Charlie, who is being cared for in London, after a UK court ruled his life-support machine should be turned off. The Vatican also offered to treat the young boy amid growing

international attention on a lengthy legal battle between his parents, who want to take him to the US for experimental therapy, and doctors at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Downing Street is preparing for the subject to come up in a meeting with the President at the gathering of world leaders in Hamburg, the Daily Mail reported. Their talks are likely to be dominated by the North Korea missile crisis and a post-Brexit trade deal, but Number 10 was said to be compiling a detailed

briefing on Charlie’s case in anticipation of questions from Mr Trump. Charlie suffers from a rare genetic condition which causes brain damage and muscle depletion and no one can be certain whether or not he feels pain, GOSH has said. Successive legal attempts by Charlie’s parents failed as judges in the High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court in London ruled in favour of doctors, while the European Court of Human Rights declined to hear the couple’s appeal.

Churches To Fall Silent THE day is “not far off” when some churches will fall silent on Sundays as the Catholic Church in Kerry faces dwindling numbers of the clergy.

The Bishop of Kerry Ray Browne warned that it will soon be no longer possible to celebrate Masses at the weekend in every church in the Diocese of Kerry.

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In The News Today Killarney Is Oldest Large Town Raids On Motor Insurance Providers Over Alleged Cartel Activity

INSURANCE companies, brokers and representative bodies for the industry were raided on Tuesday morning as part of investigations into alleged price fixing in the motor insurance industry. It is understood that 45 officers the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) and the European Competition Directorate raided the main motor insurance providers. The unannounced, early morning raids are part of an investigation into the sector, according to the

Irish Times. Kerry Sinn Fein TD Martin Ferris says he hopes an investigation into alleged price fixing in the motor insurance industry will result in lower premiums for drivers. Deputy Ferris has also praised the campaign organised by Killorglin’s Kian Griffin, whose Ireland Underground group has highlighted the high cost of car insurance for young motorists. Martin Ferris knows a 19-year-old in this county who drives a 1.6 litre car and was charged €9,000 for insurance.

Snake On The Plains Of Meath

A SNAKE HAS been spotted on the loose in Fordstown, Co Meath, this week. Local Fianna Fáil TD Shane Cassells posted a photo of the snake to Facebook, stating that several local residents spotted it in Fordstown. Speaking on RTÉ Radio One’s Morning Ireland, Kevin Cunningham of the National Exotic Animal Sanctuary (NEAS) said that looking at the photographs, the reptile appears to be a corn snake. “The snake has been seen as far as we can ascertain for a least three weeks on one or two occasions,” He said. He asked any local residents who spot the snake to approach it with caution, take a photograph of it and call NEAS or a local veterinary. “A corn snake is not dangerous, it’s a non-venomous snake,” he said.

This is 1.3 years older than it was five years ago, when the last census was taken. The profile data shows both the numbers of pre-school children and young adults have fallen while the numbers of those aged over 65 have grown by more than 19%.

Irish Women Injured In French Car Crash TWO Irish women have been seriously injured in a road collision in northern France. The women were among a family of eight involved in the incident which occurred in Beaumont-en-Auge on Wednesday, accord-

ing to local media reports. French newspaper Ouest-France reported that one of the women was airlifted to hospital in the city of Caen in a critical condition. An 18-year-old woman is also said to be in a serious condition.

Woman’s Body Recovered From Sea THE body of a woman has been recovered from the sea at the Cliffs of Moher in Co Clare. The discovery was made on Thursday afternoon by members of the public who had been hiking the popular cliff trail. It is understood the hikers first found a rucksack on the clifftop and soon afterwards

spotted what they believed to be a body in the water below. Gardaí and the Irish Coast Guard were alerted to the incident. Coast Guard volunteers launched a boat from their base at Doolin while a land team made its way to the cliff top by road.

Protesters At G-20 Summit In Hamburg “Like most animals, if you approach it and it feels threatened it will bite you, possibly, but not in the sense that it will inject venom into you.” The snake is most likely to appear in warmer weather, according to Cunningham.

Murder Investigation Launched After Man’s Disappearance GARDAÍ have launched a murder investigation following the disappearance of a man in the West of Ireland six years ago. Forty-eight-year-old Patrick Heeran was last seen in the Leitrim town of Mohill at 4.20pm on October 3, 2011. It’s understood a search is being carried out in the surrounding ar-

KILLARNEY has the distinction of having the oldest population among large towns in the country. Overall Ireland is pushing on in terms of age, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office, and Kerry and Mayo are its oldest local authority areas. Killarney is Ireland’s oldest large town with an average age of almost 41, the CSO figures released on Thursday also reveal. With an average age of 42.3 years, Dingle is Kerry’s oldest town and the age of the population is almost five years older than the national average. The youngest is Balbriggan in Co Dublin with an average age of 30.8. According to the figures, the country’s population is getting older and the average age is now 37.4 years.

eas and Gardaí will launch a public appeal in the town. Mr Heeran, who is described as being five foot nine, of stocky build, with fair hair, was last seen wearing brown shoes, blue jeans and a brown jacket. Anyone who can help with the investigation is asked to contact Gardaí.

THE Group of 20 economic summit begins today in Hamburg after clashes between protesters and police that could send ripples through the two days of meetings.

German security forces used water cannons and pepper spray on Thursday to clear an anti-capitalist march.

Rob Kardashian Could Face Criminal Charges ROB KARDASHIAN could face criminal prosecution for posting a series of explicit photos of his former fiancée Blac Chyna on Twitter. The since-deleted photos, some of which Kardashian re-shared several times as Instagram removed them from the website, showed Chyna’s nude body. Kardashian, the son of the late Robert Kardashian, was suspended from the site after also sharing a string of posts accusing Chyna of cheating on him, taking advantage of him financially and taking drugs. The saga played out to the pair’s tens of million followers. “We are considering all legal options and recourses at this time,” Chyna’s lawyer, Walter Mosley, told ABC.

In California, where Kardashian lives, revenge porn is a criminal offence Getty Images The former couple, who have a daughter called Dream, announced their engagement last April.

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Ring of Kerry

Legendary Kerry Football Champion Colm Cooper and Amy O’Connor raise the flag.

Amy & Colm Congratulate 10,000 Cyclists Words: Eve Kelliher Pics: Valerie O’Sullivan

OCAL heroes Amy O’Connor and Colm Cooper were on hand to congratulate almost 10,000 big-hearted charity champions who pedalled the 34th Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle last weekend. Cyclists gathered in Killarney for the 7am official start on Saturday, cheered on by GAA legend Colm and ten-year-old Amy O’Connor. The event is the biggest one-day charity fundraising event in Ireland. Over the weekend Killarney attracted thousands of leisure cyclists, completing the 180km challenge across the spectacular Ring of Kerry, while at the same time fundraising for worthy charities. The event attracts participants from all walks of life including Olympic silver medallist Sonia O’Sullivan who flew in from Melbourne, Australia, to take part for the first time. Cathal Walshe, PRO of the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle, said: “We were delighted with the positive messages of support we received this year following another successful Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle. This event would not be

We were delighted with the positive messages of support

possible without the ongoing hard work and support from our team of organisers, charities and 1400 volunteers. The event continues to raise in excess of €1million for a host of worthy causes. “To the cyclists who support us every year and those who joined us for the first time this year – See in you all 2018!”

Sneem stop: Gavin O’Connor and Paudie McCarthy.

Cyclists in action. Volunteer Seamie Morrissey with twins, Aoife and Eilís Cronin, Killarney, at Coomakista.

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This Year’s Beneficiaries

Camphill Community, Dingle Derrynane Inshore Rescue Down Syndrome Ireland – Kerry Branch Buy a Bus Campaign for Kerry Parents & Friends Association Kerry Rape & Sexual Abuse Centre Recovery Haven – Cancer Support House Social Action Group, Rathmore Talbot Grove Temple Street Foundation Valentia Island Hospital Brendan Coffey. Inset: Lou O’Flaherty & Jack and Betty Breen, Kelly’s Cross, Sneem.

David Doyle, Eileen Cronin, Mary Brennan and Albert Harrington. Inset: Buddy from the Deevy household, Caherdaniel.

Alison Coffey, right, Killarney.

Olympic silver medallist Sonia O’Sullivan and Jimmy Deenihan lead the way.

Sonia O’Sullivan, Jim Breen, Ollie Brogan and former minister Jimmy Deenihan.

Olympic silver medallist Sonia O’Sullivan with Colm Cooper and Amy O’Connor.

Weather Plays Spoilsport But Cyclists Pedal On WHILE the weather gods seemed to have a few tricks up their sleeves on Saturday, it didn’t deter the thousands of hardy souls who pedalled ever onwards on the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle. The view from Coomakista was swathed in mists on Saturday as 10,000 completed annual event, which has grown from just 45 cyclists 34 years before. Mists over Coomakista.

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The Bookworm

Reviewed: Marlena by Julie Buntin LIKE Elena Ferrante’s My Brilliant Friend, Marlena focuses on the complexity of female friendship. The debut novel by Julia Buntin, it opens with the narrator, a 15-year-old girl named Cat, hurtling toward Lake Michigan in a car that’s going far too fast. The driver is Marlena, two years older, strikingly beautiful with a “sly, feline face, all cheekbones and blink”. She drowns, Cat reveals after only

a few pages, in “less than six inches of ice-splintered river, in the woods on the outskirts of downtown Kewaunee, a place she had no reason to be at twilight in November.” The rest of the book becomes an attempt by an older Cat to exorcise Marlena’s imprint on her own life—to consider the intoxicating thrill of Marlena’s wildness, and whether Cat could have done more to alter her trajectory.

Netflix - Nobody Speak – Trials Of The Free Press

When the online tabloid Gawker posted a surreptitiously filmed sex tape of professional wrestler Hulk Hogan, it ignited a high stakes legal battle that pit privacy rights against the American first amendment. The staggering verdict bankrupted Gawker and its founder Nick Denton, but also exposed a shadowy figure behind the scenes -- Silicon Valley

venture capitalist Peter Thiel. Nine years earlier Gawker had outed Thiel on its site and the furious billionaire had been waiting for his chance to destroy them. Are the very wealthy thwarting the First Amendment to silence critics? In an age of extreme inequality, how vulnerable is a free press that has lost most of its traditional sources of income?

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Wimbledon 2017, BBC One

July 8th, 12:15 Sue Barker introduces further live coverage of day six at the All England Club, featuring third-round matches in the men’s and ladies’ singles. There was no doubt as to the main headline on day six last year, which saw defending men’s champion Novak Djokovic crash out in a thrilling four-set encounter on Court One, losing 6-7, 1-6, 6-3, 6-7 to America’s Sam Querrey. The defeat ended Djokovic’s 30-match winning streak in Grand Slam events and left Andy Murray as the highest ranked player in the draw, while there were also wins for Angelique Kerber, Simona Halep, Kei Nishikori and Agnieszka Radwanska.

An Evening With David Attenborough, RTÉ Two

July 8th, 19.00 - 23.00 An evening celebration David Attenborough. Starting with a conversation Barack Obama. Continuing with feature shows for the evening.

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July 8th, 07:30 New Zealand v British & Irish Lions (Kick-off 8.35am). Coverage of the third and final Test in the series, as the All Blacks host Warren Gatland’s men at Eden Park in Auckland. The home side won the First Test 30-15 on this ground two weeks ago, and may have already clinched the series by this point. However, the Lions will be hoping to put in a strong performance here regardless of what is at stake.

(2013, Comedy) A garden snail obsessed with motor racing gets sucked into a car’s exhaust pipe, and emerges having gained super-speed. This stroke of luck allows him to realise his dream of

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July 8th, 12:40 Joanne Cantwell presents coverage of day three of the European Tour event, held this year at Portstewart Golf Club in Londonderry, Northern Ireland. The third day of last year’s event at the K Club was interrupted by inclement weath-

er, and while the leading players were unable to conclude their rounds, Rory McIlroy topped the leaderboard on an overall score of nine under par when play eventually came to a close. With analysis from John McHenry, reports by Dave Kelly, and commentary from Shane O’Donoghue. Includes weather.

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Flat Fees Dumped Noel O’Reilly, KWD Recycling, analyses the new household waste collection changes THE Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment, Denis Naughten, confirmed that a more flexible framework for waste collection charges have been approved by Government. All-in flat-rate charging for household waste will be phased out as customers renew or enter new service contracts. Companies will no longer be able to offer “fixed rates” or “flat fees”. Under the new arrangement waste collectors will be given the flexibility to continue to offer, or to introduce a range of incentivised pricing options to their customers. These options include elements or combinations or standing charges, and weight bands, and weight allowance charges. So what can you do to reduce your weight? Think in terms of reducing, reusing and recycling. The following are tips how to reduce your waste footprint and save money.

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Puck Fair

Launching Puck Fair 2017, at ‘The Diaspora Lady’ statue on Iveragh Road, were 2016 World Coastal Rowing Champion Monika Dukarska, Caitlin Horgan, Puck Fair Queen, Lily-Sue Eyers and Declan Mangan, Chair of Puck Fair. Pic: Don MacMonagle

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IT’S a promise that rings out across the globe every year as Killorglin people now living away from home resolve to be back for Puck as they plan their return around Ireland’s oldest festival. It was fitting then that the town’s monument to the diaspora, on Iveragh Road, was the location this week for the launch of Puck Fair by 2016 World Coastal Rowing Champion Monika Dukarska, who is aspiring to qualify for the Olympics. Monika joined forces with Puck Fair queen Caitlin Horgan, lady-in-waiting Sue Eyers and Declan Mangan, chairman of the Puck

Fair committee to launch the 2017 programme. One time I remarked to a friend who hails from the Mid Kerry town that Puck is like Christmas for its denizens. She looked at me in alarm, informing me: “No, for us, Puck is way bigger than Christmas!” Puck Fair runs from August 10-12 and the three-day extravaganza attracts visitors from all over Ireland and the world including the Irish diaspora, who come to see the coronation of the wild mountain goat and enjoy 36 hours of free family entertainment. See www.puckfair.ie

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SUMMER TIME and the living’ is easy – or so the song goes! But if you want to make the most of the July and August sunshine, you will probably be putting in place a game plan to host the perfect summer get-together! Don’t worry – with just a little preparation, party planners will enjoy a stress-free lead-up to that

all-important do. The beauty of organising a seasonal celebration or barbecue in Killarney is there really is an enormous amount of expertise locally to help you ensure yours is the summer soiree no one wants to miss. Party planning can be overwhelming, but the savviest hosts

and hostesses have a few tricks up their sleeves that make it possible to entertain, worry-free. Follow our guide below and all you’ll really need to concern yourself about at the event itself is making the most of that quality time with family and friends. Because isn’t that what parties are really all about?

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Three Weeks Before Create the concept

Decide on your party theme. Will you be hosting a family-friendly barbecue or a sophisticated cocktail night? Decide on a location, date and time. Create handy lists that you can continually update throughout the planning process. These will include a master to-do list, and a cost sheet that outlines your budget and a shopping list.

A Fortnight Before Invitations

Create a guest list and decide whether online invitations or mailed invitations are appropriate for the event. Be sure to include the who, what, when and where; a suggested attire is usually much appreciated by guests.

Plan your menu Plan a menu based on seasonal ingredients. Berries, fresh herbs and farmers’ market veggies are at their peak during summer months, so think of ways to incorporate these types of produce into each area of the menu, from appetizers to desserts. Choose dishes that can be prepared in advance, leaving only one or two that need last-minute attention. Survey your serving pieces to ensure you have the

proper vessel for each dish you’re preparing. Inviting guests to contribute their favourite summer dishes lightens the load and brings a fun, collaborative feel to the event.

For the drinks Keep it casual. Embrace the idea of a self-serve bar or iced-down beers in a galvanized bucket. Sangrias and margaritas are a summertime favourite and can be prepared ahead of time, allowing guests to serve themselves. Set drinks out in a punch bowl or glass drink dispenser for easy access and a pretty presentation.

For the decor Pick a palette. Summer is the perfect time to embrace brighter colours in sunny combinations. Incorporate them into your party through decorative details like paper flags and linens.

A Week Before

Start prepping

Cross off any ingredients or party supplies still remaining on your shopping list. Use this week to knock out any prep that can be done ahead of time, like assembling favour bags, handwriting place cards and arranging a buffet setup. If you’re setting up a buffet, use a sticky note to label each serving piece in advance with what item will be served on it. This ensures that each dish has a place and the buffet is perfectly arranged.

The Day Before Set the scene

Give the event space a thorough cleaning. Put up decorations and set the scene. Prepare any dishes that can be refrigerated and won’t perish overnight. Even if your party is outside, remember that guests will be coming inside to use the bathroom. Beautify this space by removing all personal belongings from the counter and placing a gorgeous bottle of soap and high-quality paper napkins near the sink.

The Day Of The Party Final touches

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Credit Union Offers Promotional Rate THIS week, Killarney Credit Union launched its new loan product – the “Connect Loan” for members who have never borrowed from the credit union before or haven’t in the past three years. The credit union is offering a very competitive interest rate of 6% (6.2% APR)* with this product, to encourage its members to think about borrowing from the credit union. We have introduced the Connect Loan for new borrowers or previous borrowers to get them to connect with us here in the credit union. Nearly half of our members haven’t ever borrowed or borrowed recently from us and we hope that by offering a good rate of interest will encourage them to come in and apply. There are many advantages of a credit union loan including flexible repayment terms, free loan protection, no fees or charges for processing your loan and better rates than many oth-

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‘Chaotic Road System Is Recipe For Disaster’ THE recent tragic accident in the Gap of Dunloe should, in my opinion, start a debate about the reality of driving through that very scenic road. On May 30 an American tourist who cycled through the Gap collided with a jeep carrying sheep. Sadly, the accident was fatal and the lady died at the scene. I know that Don, her husband, has recently written to the Department of Transport, with a hope that Janet’s death will prevent similar tragedies occurring again – if only we are willing to learn from it. I must say I share his hope, especially being a frequent visitor to the area and witnessing the badly designed, chaotic road system of the Gap and the struggle of its users. Today’s reality leaves a lot to be desired and frankly, I’m surprised that accidents like this one don’t happen more often. At the entrance to the Gap, there is a sign – read by nobody and executed by nobody – stating who is and who isn’t allowed to enter the very narrow road. Since it is ignored, walkers, cars, bikes, motorbikes and horse carriages all go together. The amount of road rage and confusion between them on each and every single day (especially now, in the season) is enormous. Residents/farmers drive fast, rushing through the Gap and ignoring the fact that tourists in their rental cars often struggle to manoeuvre at all. Cyclists and walkers

are constantly forced to stop on the side of the road, letting cars and carriages out. Add the fact that nobody knows who has the right of way and picture horses in the middle of it all – it’s a recipe for disaster. Going forward however, I’d suggest replacing carriages with electric rickshaws or minibuses and in the season, only a limited number of them should be allowed in the Gap at one time. The only people with unlimited access to the road during the day should be walkers, residents, farmers and perhaps cyclists (subject to discussion). The Gap is in a desperate need of more bays, so that you don’t have to stop every time you see a car that is a kilometre away. Bays, bays and more bays. On both sides of the road. Mirrors at bends were suggested also by Don Theiler, the husband of tragically killed Janet. The bend that she died at is just calling for one. If we want to bring road system of the Gap to a level where everybody is enjoying their time and nobody is risking a stressful day, to say the least – we need to start a discussion. I hope I’m not the only voice out there, wishing decision makers dedicated their time and faced the problem. It is not a recent one – the situation in the Gap has been escalating for years. Killarney reader, Name supplied

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07.07.17 Out & About

Killarney singer and singing teacher Grace Foley casts an eye over local singers and musicians

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In Praise Of Homegrown Talent I SPENT a number of years studying performance in Dublin and during that time I was lucky enough to work and study with some of Ireland’s best up-andcoming singers. One might assume that all the best performers gravitate to our country’s capital but you couldn’t be more wrong. Recently I have become very aware of the number of extremely talented people living and performing in our own town and around Munster. The amazingly talented Gemma Sugrue has spent the last number of months singing with Jenny Greene and the RTÉ Concert Orchestra. This whole project is such a great step forward for music in Ireland as it combines so many different musical genres and musicians from completely different disciplines. Gemma also runs a hugely successful school called Voiceworks and her knowledge of the ins and outs of singing seems endless. Living locally we are very lucky to have two great male

singer-songwriters, Tom Lucey and Cathal Flaherty. They have both recently released new songs along with music videos and I have to say I was both moved and impressed by what I heard. On an international level the local brother-sister combo that are Greywind are Killarney natives Steph and Paul O’Sullivan. Their brand of music is so powerful and dramatic that it is hard to believe they began by writing material at home in Killarney and were picked up when a music company came across one of their songs on online. I cannot begin to imagine the number of talented local people out there but what I do know is that we need to support our local talent. We all hear that we should shop local. Well, I urge you this week to listen local! If you haven’t already, look up these fantastic artists and show them that homegrown talent is not only acknowledged but it is also supported. • Grace’s website is www.gracefoley.ie

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2015/1 TOYOTA COROLLA 1.4 D4D TERRA BRONZE

Diesel

2014/1 TOYOTA AVENSIS

1.4 D4D NCT 2018

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2011 TOYOTA COROLLA 1.4 D4D, NCT 2019

2010 TOYOTA COROLLA

2.0 D4D GREEN

2011 RENAULT FLUENCE 1.5 TDCI NCT 2019

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2004 TOYOTA COROLLA

2009 FORD MONDEO

2003 TOYOTA COROLLA

2012 TOYOTA AURIS

1.4 SAL. NCT 2018

2.0 TDCI NCT 2019

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2011 RENAULT SCENIC 1.5 TDCI TOM TOM NCT 2019

1.4 HB NCT 2018

1.33 PETROL NCT 2019

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2009 FORD FOCUS 1.8 IN NCT 2019

2011 TOYOTA AVENSIS 2.0 D4D AURA NCT 2019

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2003 VW POLO

1.2 5DOOR NCT 2018

2010 TOYOTA AURIS

1.33 TERRA PETROL NCT 2018

2008 FORD FOCUS

1.8 TDCI ZETEC NCT 2018

Diesel

2014 TOYOTA YARIS 1.0 TERRA

2007 TOYOTA AURIS 1.4 D4D LUNA H/B NCT 2018

Diesel

2007 TOYOTA CAROLLA NCT 2018

2006 TOYOTA YARISV 1.0 NCT 2018

2012 TOYOTA AURIS 1.4 D4D LUNA NCT 2019

Services

07.07.17

Eamonn Forde

PAINTER & DECORATOR

- Industrial

Sell Online for €1800

- Commercial - Residential

50% Grant also available Website will cost you €900 Website ready in one day ______ Call Stephen in Farranfore

066 979 3333

Tel 087 - 2607673

sales@splash.ie . Splash.ie

• Groundworks, gardens, tree felling & power washing • Track Machine • Tractor & Dump Trailer Hire

BEST RATES Tel. Tim 089-4825936.

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Services

07.07.17

• Fully Insured • Internal • External • Wallpapering • Kitchen spray painting • Commercial and domestic all your painting and decorating needs. RING FOR A FREE QUOTATION

CORK CITY • TRALEE • KILLARNEY

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Services

07.07.17

087 1367612 E: stanislaw-krupa1@wp.pl

Dr-FixIT STAN KRUPA Tvs, Phones, Laptops Kitchen Appliances Power Tools

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Fixing all electronic devices

FGS

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INDUSTRIAL DOMESTIC RECREATIONAL Fencing & Bollards Metal Railings Drainage & Ducting Kerbing Edgings Hard Landscaping Concrete Works General Maintenance Minor Building Works Facilities Management

Mobile: 087 265 7994 Email: tcfgs12@gmail.com

PLASTERER & PAINTING

6 MONTHS

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CONTRACTORS

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Seasoned Hard Wood

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€649.99 (rrp €899) (All prices are ex vat) Contact us today on

064 6632215 or email us on

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T: 087 7957000

www.killarneyadvertiser.ie

Appointments

07.07.17

The Europe is looking for new Staff Members to join its Award Winning Team We are currently recruiting for the following rewarding positions:

Full Time Duty Manager - Immediate start with full Bed & Board Full Time Reseptionist/Rservationist - Experience in working with Opera Essential Full time Senior Bar Person - With Experience in 5 * service Essential Full Time Accommodation Assistant - Fluent English, Experience Required

Applications by Email to: jobs@killarneyhotels.ie By post: The HR Manager, The Europe Hotel, Fossa, Killarney, Co Kerry

TRUCK DRIVER • C Licence required • CPC Certificate up-to-date • Digital Tachograph Card • Multi- Drop experience • Experience operating an 18 tonne vechicle or larger • Good level of English required Please forward CV with references to: jobs@iihealthfoods.com

Independent Irish Health Foods Ltd., Unit 12 Ballyvourney Industrial Estate, Ballyvourney, Co. Cork. Tel. 026 65750.

Require the following

FULL TIME HGV DRIVER /HELPER PART TIME HELPER Please send CVs to

HR DEPARTMENT KWD RECYCLING Aughacureen, Killarney Co. Kerry

Appointments

07.07.17

PART TIME SALES ASSISTANT EXPERIENCED FOOD & BEVERAGE ASSISTANT Working in our Lobby & Bar. We are seeking a professional individual who is looking for a permanent Full Time Position. The role requires fluent English, Food & Beverage experience. Excellent terms & Conditions.

Required for a Retail Shop in Killarney. Experience in Blinds and Curtains an advantage but not essential.

Please submit a CV to PO Box No: 3611

BEFORE 19th July, Killarney Advertiser, Unit 1C Park Place, High Street, Killarney, Co. Kerry.

RESERVATIONS ASSISTANT – RANDLES HOTELS MATERNITY COVER- 24 HOURS PER WEEK Min 2 years Experience - front office/ reservations in the Hotel Industry required.

TRAINEE FRONT OFFICE ASSISTANT – RANDLES HOTELS We are looking for a motivated person looking for a career in The Hotel Industry. Training will be provided. Fluent English is essential

All CV’s to tom@randleshotels.com Muckross Rd, Killarney, 064-6635333 www.randleshotel.com

DOMESTIC HOUSEKEEPER PART-TIME REQUIRED

Please contact Our Lady of Lourdes Care Facility Please forward C.V. to receptiondeenagh@gmail.com or drop into Nursing Home Enquiries to 064-6643012

HIRING SERVERS AND BARTENDERS Experience essential,

Email: careers@killarneybrewing.com

CHEF REQUIRED

Full time July – October inclusive Part time off season

FLOOR/BAR STAFF WANTED Immediate start • Experience essential

Please send CV’s to info@celticwhiskeybar.com for the attention of Paudie Sweeney

T: 064 6635700

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JULY FRIDAY Full Gospel Innisfallen Hotel, Fossa, Killarney – 8pm

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TUESDAY JULY Town Hall, Milltown – 8pm

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Notices

07.07.17

PEOPLE OF KILLARNEY & SURROUNDING AREAS The Draft Killarney Local Area Plan will be on public consultation during July in the Town Hall, the Library and County Buildings, Rathass, Tralee.

Knocknagoshel Clinic: Walsh’s Bar

3rd Thursday of every month at 6pm

Brosna Clinic: The Sportsfield Bar

3rd Thursday every month at 6.30pm

During this period people can make submissions and observations to the plan. It is important that people check whether or not there is a proposed change in their area or land.

Castleisland Clinic: River Island Hotel

Last Friday every month at 7pm

Healy-Rae’s Bar 10pm-11pm every Sunday

Contact:

Maura Healy-Rae M: 087 7816432

Occasions Celebration

Celebrations

Happy 21st Shannon, From All Your Family & Friends xxx

Happy 18th,

Karen Doherty & Mike Doherty who recently completed their 4th & 18th Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle.

Mam, Dad and all the gang!!

Wedding

Konrad Paprocki celebrating his 40th birthday in McSorley’s on Friday. Pic: Dylan Clifford

Anniversary

Guess who finally made it to 18??

Happy Birthday, Love from Mom, Dad, Liam & Niamh xx Happy first wedding anniversary to my beautiful wife Maria. Love always, Dylan

Would You Like To Include A Birthday Photo For Someone? Please Submit Your Photo By Wednesday At 5.30pm, €20 Per Photo Marion Tuohy, Beaufort, and Brian Curtin, Inagh, Co Clare, who were married in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, St Julian’s, Malta. Pic: Joseph K. Muscat

in memoriam

In Memoriam

07.07.17 4TH ANNIVERSARY

2ND ANNIVERSARY

BREEN

FLEMING (NEE O’SULLIVAN)

9TH ANNIVERSARY & 70TH BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE NOLAN

In loving memory of Peggy Breen, Late of 95 Pinewood Estate, Killarney, whose anniversary occurs on the 9th of July and also remembering her Birthday on the 6th of July. Love is a smile, a tear and a touch, Love says little, but means so much, Love is forever, and we give it to you, From the family who thought, The world of you. A golden heart stopped beating, Two smiling eyes at rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. Forever in our hearts, Love from your husband John, son, daughters, grandchildren, daughter-in-law, extended family and friends. xxx

Treasured memories of Julianne Fleming (Nee O’Sullivan) late of 79 St Brendan’s Terrace Killarney. Memories are like leaves of gold They never tarnish or grow old Like falling leaves the years go by But happy memories never die. Always remembered by brother-in-law David.

2ND ANNIVERSARY FLEMING

CASEY

In loving memory of Julianne Fleming late of 79 St Brendan’s Terrace Killarney, who died on the 9th of July 2015. Memories are precious, They don’t fade away, We think of you always, Not just today.

In loving memory of Donal Casey, Dirreen House, Tralee Road, Killarney who died on the 12th July 2009. Just a prayer from the family Who loved you, Just a memory fond and true, In our hearts you will live forever, Because we thought the world of you.

Lovingly remembered Maria, Mikie, Jerry and family x

2ND ANNIVERSARY FLEMING (NEE O’SULLIVAN)

CROWLEY

In loving memory of John Crowley Knockacorrin, Currow, Killarney, who died on the 7th of July 2014. Though his smile is gone forever, And his hand I cannot touch, I still have so many memories of, The one I love so much, His memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part, God has you in his keeping, We have you in our heart.

In loving memory of Julianne Fleming (Nee O’Sullivan) late of 79 St Brendan’s Terrace Killarney who died on the 9th of July 2015. Nana Though your smile is gone forever, And your hand we cannot touch, Still we have so many memories, Of the ones we loved so much, Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part, God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts. Loved from Anissa xxx

1ST ANNIVERSARY ROHAN (NEE FERRIS)

Lovingly remembered by your wife Marcella and children Conor and Loraine.

8TH ANNIVERSARY O’BRIEN

In loving memory of Richard O’Brien, 22 St. Mary’s Tce., Killarney who passed away on the 11th of July 2009. I am home in heaven dear loved ones, Oh, so happy and so bright, There is perfect joy and beauty, In this everlasting light. Always remembered by Mike and family.

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In loving memory of Aileen Rohan (Nee Ferris), late of Kings Park and O Kelly’s Villas, Killarney, who died on the 1st of July, 2016. Our thoughts are always with you Our memories never fade, We treasure all the years we shared, And all the love you gave We’ll always love and miss you With every passing day The longing just to see you Will never go away. Sadly missed and always remembered by Don, Betty, Maeve, Declan, Ann, Clare and her nieces Clodagh and Rebecca.

In loving memory of John D. Nolan late of 3 St. Anne’s Road, Killarney whose Anniversary occurs on the 7th July. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us everyday, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed, still very dear.

You filled my life with happiness, And love all the time, Like precious gems and spices, Thank God you were mine,

Loved and remembered always by your niece Majella, John, Dylan, Ellis, Emilia, Sebastian, Fabian and Phoebe. XX

Now your in heaven with God up above, Julianne I had heaven here on earth, With you my love.

9TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE NOLAN

Mother Mam no one can say with certainty, Where the greatest mother lies, But we know you will be that greatest mother, In our heavenly father’s eyes. Love and miss you everyday, Jerry, Pat, Caroline, Tara, Deirdre and Donal xx Nana Precious Nana’s are very few, That’s why there was only one of you, God treasure her in your garden of rest, Because on earth, You were one of the best. Love always, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren xx Anniversary Mass on Sunday 9th July at 12 noon in St.Mary’s Cathedral.

Sadly missed by Denis, Mary, Daniel & Colm

3RD ANNIVERSARY

Julianne I wouldn’t change you For the world, All the pearls in the sea, All the treasures of a kingdom, That’s what you meant to me,

Always loved and sadly missed by your husband Donie xx

Anniversary Mass Saturday 8th July at 6.15pm, St.Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

8TH ANNIVERSARY

In loving memory of Julianne Fleming (Nee O’Sullivan) 79 St Brendan’s Terrace Killarney Who died on the 9th of July 2015.

In loving memory of John D. Nolan late of 3 St. Anne’s Road, Killarney whose Anniversary occurs on the 7th July. To My Brother Miss you And love you always Jesus came to the foot of the bed, These are the words we are sure he said; You suffered enough, take my hand, And come with me to a better land. So keep your arms around him Lord, And give him special care, Make up for what he suffered and all that seemed unfair. Please forgive a falling tear, A constant wish that you were here; Others have lost like this we know, But he was our loved one and we loved him so.

1ST ANNIVERSARY FALVEY

In loving memory of Ann Falvey, late of Coolmagort, Beaufort, Killarney, Co. Kerry. As we fondly remember our dear Ann, we her sister Mary, Brothers-in-law Jerry and Les, Nephews Martin, John & Michael and niece Ann, thank most sincerely all those who supported us at this sad time, to our kind neighbours and friends and all who called to the house, attended removal and funeral. A very special word of thanks to the sisters of st. Joseph, Killorglin and the staff for their kindness and care for Ann during her final years. To Fr. Fergal Ryan for his meaningful funeral Mass and to Messrs Flynn’s funeral directors for their caring and professionalism we are most grateful. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for all your intentions. Our thoughts are ever with you, Though you have passed away. And those who loved you dearly, Are thinking of you today. Anniversary Mass has already taken place.

Loved and missed by your twin sister Elizabeth and husband Donie. Anniversary Mass in St. Mary’s Cathedral on Sunday 9th of July at 8am.

9TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE NOLAN

In loving memory of John D. Nolan, St. Ann’s Road Killarney, who died on July 7th 2008. We miss you John, so many ways, We miss the things you used the say, Your hearty laugh, the jokes, the craic, Oh how we wish we had you back. Sadly missed by your sister Mary, Brother-in-law Teddy and family.

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

in memoriam

In Memoriam 1ST ANNIVERSARY LONG

07.07.17

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY

7TH ANNIVERSARY

3RD ANNIVERSARY

O’DOWD

TEAHAN

In loving memory of Peggy O’Dowd (nee Kenny) a dear wife and mother, late of Muckross, Killarney, who died on the 6th of July 2010.

In loving memory of Jim Teahan, Fair Haven, Lissivigeen, Killarney who died on 11th July, 2014.

LONG

In loving Memory of Noreen Long, late of Inches, Rathmore who passed away on July 6th 2016. Farewell Dear Mother Somewhere in our heart beneath all our grief and pain, is a smile we still wear at the sound of your dear name. The precious word is Mother she was our world you see, but now our heart is breaking cause she’s no longer here. God chose her for his angel to watch us from above to guide and advise us and to know that we’re still loved. The day she had to leave us when her life on earth was through, God had better plans for her, for this we surely knew. When we think of her kind heart and all those loving years, our memories surround us and we can’t hold back the tears. She truly was our best friend, someone we could confide in, she always had a tender touch and a warm gentle grin. We want to thank you Mother for teaching us so well and though the time has come we must bid you this farewell. We’ll remember all you taught us and make you proud you’ll see, thank you our dear Mother for all the love throughout the years. Although you’ve left this earth and now you’ve taken flight, we know that you’re here with us each morning, noon and night. Always loved and remembered by your loving daughters Geraldine and Lisa and Son Timothy. Son’s in law John and Anthony, daughter in law Paula and your loving grandchildren.

1ST ANNIVERSARY LONG

Treasured and precious memories of my wife, Noreen Long, Inches, Rathmore, Co. Kerry, Who died on the 6th of July 2016. No special day is needed, For me to think of you, You are always in my thoughts, No matter what I do, You always had a smile to share, Time to give and time to care, Your loving nature, your heart of gold, These are the memories I am proud to hold. Always remembered your loving husband Christy.

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

Noreen Long, Inches, Rathmore, Co. Kerry. Died on July 6th 2016, R.I.P As we lovingly remember Noreen, we, her Husband Tim (Christy) and children Geraldine, Lisa and Timothy and extended family would like to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to our wonderful families, neighbours and friends for your help and generosity and for the hot meals and baking during this extremely difficult time. We thank all those who travelled from far and near to sympathise with us on our very sad loss. Your mass cards, perpetual enrolements, letters of condolence, phone calls and donations to the Palliative Care at Mary Mount Hospice have been a source of great comfort to us. Special thanks to Dr. Deirdre O’ Mahony & all at the oncology unit at Cork University Hospital, for the care and attention afforded to Mom during her illness. Thanks to pharmacist Frank Reen, Dr. Christine Walsh, Sheila Ryan and home-care Palliative Nurse Breda for your outstanding care. Thanks to John O’Leary Funeral Directors for your sensitivity and professionalism. We would like to express our deepest gratitude to Fr. Pat O’ Donnell for the visits to Mom in her home and to Fr. Dan O’ Riordan for the beautiful Requiem Mass and for the continued support.

A heart of gold, A life so true, Loved and respected, By all she knew, Always willing, Helpful and kind, What beautiful memories She left behind.

As each day dawns we think of you. As each night falls we pray for you. And throughout our lives No matter where In our hearts you are always there.

Sadly missed by her husband Patrick And sons Seamus and Michael.

We miss your smile your joking ways. We miss the things you used to say. And when old times we do recall. It’s then we miss you most of all.

7th Anniversary Mass will be held in Muckross Church, Sunday 9th of July At 9.30am.

Sadly missed by his wife Anne, children Geraldine, Siobhan, Seamus, Kay and Deirdre and by his grandchildren.

7TH ANNIVERSARY

Anniversary Mass Sunday 9th July at 11am - Church of the Resurrection, Killarney.

O’DOWD

9TH ANNIVERSARY SLATTERY

In loving memory of Peggy O’Dowd (nee Kenny) late of Muckross, Killarney, who died on the 6th of July 2010. I will always have memories To cherish and hold Of a wonderful sister More precious than gold.

Thanks also to Joan Collins, Margaret Dennehy and the Rathmore choir for the lovely music and singing.

Sadly missed and never forgotten by your loving sister Kathleen, brother-inlaw Jerry and family.

Finally, we thank God for giving us such a kind and loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, neighbour and friend. We hope this acknowledgement will be accepted by all with our sincere thanks.

7TH ANNIVERSARY O’DOWD

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

In loving memory of David DD Slattery, Carrigeen, Headford, who died on the 6th July 2008. Your memory is so precious Your presence missed so much You will always be remembered and loved by all of us. A silent thought, a quiet prayer For a special person in God’s care. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your wife Breda and family. Anniversary Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Barraduff at 11am on Sunday 9th of July.

Lovingly remembered today and always.

12TH ANNIVERSARY

First Anniversary Mass for Noreen on Friday 7th July in Rathmore Church at 7:30pm.

RYAN

1ST ANNIVERSARY LONG

In loving memory of Peggy O’Dowd (nee Kenny) late of Muckross, Killarney, who died on the 6th of July 2010. Somewhere beyond the sunset, Where loved ones never die, You sleep in a beautiful garden, Beneath a golden sky, Though Heaven and earth divide us, We are never far apart, For you are always in our thoughts, And forever in our hearts.

In loving memory of a dear sister and aunt Noreen Long, late of Inches, Rathmore, who died on the 6th July 2016. Thank you for the years we shared, The love you gave, the way you cared, Always so thoughtful, gentle and kind, The loveliest of memories left behind. You now live in a perfect land, We are glad you feel no pain , And until we meet again someday, Your love in our hearts will remain. Sadly missed by your loving brother Michael, Mary, Niall, Breda, Maura and extended families xxx 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 your loving brother John, Margaret, Marie, Daniel, Peggie, Michelle and Michael xxx

In loving memory of John Ryan late of Ballycullane Rathmore Co Kerry who died on the 8th of July 2005. 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.

Loved and remembered by your sister May Courtney and family.

Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by your family.

2ND ANNIVERSARY

6TH & 2ND ANNIVERSARY

SHEEHAN

In loving memory of Tadgie Sheehan, Tureencahill, Gneeveguilla Who passed away on the 6th of July 2015. 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. His family Anniversary Mass on Sunday 9th July in Knocknagree Church at 10am.

CROWLEY

In loving memory of Tim Crowley, late of Knockancore, Kilcummin, Killarney, who died on July 7th 2011 and his wife Margaret Crowley, who died on the 9th of July 2015. No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always there for you. So sadly missed by your daughters Eileen, Mary, Katie, grandchildren Padraig, Dave and Shannon. xxx

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07.07.17

7TH & 16TH ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Maura O’Sullivan, who died on the 30th July 2010 and John F. O’Sullivan who died on the 13th July 2001, late of Inchicullane, Kilcummin, Killarney. We cannot bring the old days back When we were all together. The family chain is broken now But memories live forever. May they rest in peace dear Jesus In Thy heavenly home above, With the Sacred Heart of Jesus In His eternal love. Dear parents, always loved and sadly missed by sons Brendan and Joe, daughter Mary, daughter-in-law Helen and their family. Anniversary Mass on Thursday 13th July at 7.30p.m. In Kilcummin Parish Church.

17TH & 4TH ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND FIRST ANNIVERSARY

MURRAY

Maura Murray, “Camraes”, Lewis Road, Killarney, Died 12th July, 2016. On the First Anniversary of her death, Maura is sadly missed by her sisters Margaret, Frankie and Louise, their husband Maurice, Sean Coyne & Sean Corcorcan, and her ten beloved nieces and nephews and their families. We wish to thank sincerely all those who came to share those sad days with us. Your presence was very much appreciated and we are truly grateful for your support and friendship at that time. We wish to thank all those who travelled long distances to be with us and to those who sent Mass cards, flowers and letters of sympathy. We also wish to thank sincerely the staff of Our Lady’s Nursing Home, Kilcummin, The staff of Bons Secour Hospitals in both Tralee and Cork and most especially we will be forever grateful to the caring staff of Marymount Hospice Cork for their magnificent care of Maura during her final days. A special acknowledgement to Maura’s many close friends and neighbours whom she valued dearly.

In loving memory of Donal Ulick O’Sullivan & Nell O’Sullivan (nee O’Connor), late of Ballinamanagh, Kilcummin, Killarney, Co. Kerry, whose anniversaries occur at this time. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain, To walk with us through out our lives, Until we meet again,

A special word of thanks to all at O’Shea’s Funeral Directors for their guidance and care. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND FIRST ANNIVERSARY

MIRACLE PRAYER

MURRAY

Maura Murray, “Camraes”, Lewis Road, Killarney, Died 12th July, 2016. Always so loving, thoughtful and kind, What beautiful memories You leave behind. You may have left this world behind, But you will never leave Our hearts and mind. Much loved and greatly missed Alan, Karen & families.

MURRAY

Maura Murray, “Camraes”, Lewis Road, Killarney, Died 12th July, 2016.

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. B.D

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND FIRST ANNIVERSARY

MURRAY

JESUS

Beloved Lolo, for we miss you every day – Conor, Ana, Sean, Evie, Lucy Jayne, Grace, Rory, Brían, Max & Emily

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND FIRST ANNIVERSARY

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

MIRACLE PRAYER

Your life was a blessing Your memory a treasure You were loved beyond words And missed beyond measure.

Maura’s first Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on 12th July at 6.15p.m. In St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

So rest in peace dear loved ones, And thank you for all you’ve done, We pray that God has given you, The crowns you’ve truly won. Lovingly remembered by your Son Tom, daughter-in-law Eileen, grandchildren, Christina, Thomas, Helena & Anthony, and great Grandchild Tommy.

Maura Murray, “Camraes”, Lewis Road, Killarney, Died 12th July, 2016.

Don’t think of her as gone away Her journey’s just begun… Life holds so many facets, This earth is only one. Just think of her as resting From the sorrows and the tears, In a place of warmth and comfort Where there are no days or years. Think how she must be wishing That we could know today, How nothing but our sadness Can really pass away. And think of her as living In the hearts of those she touched, For nothing loved is ever lost And she was loved so much. Your passing has left the greatest void in our lives and we missed you every day. Lynda, Vicki, Tracy & Tanya.

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A limb has fallen from the family tree. I keep hearing a voice that says, “Grieve not for me. Remember the best times, The laughter, the song. The good life I lived While I was strong. Continue my heritage, I’m counting on you. Keep smiling and surely The sun will shine through. My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest. Remembering all, how I truly was blessed. Continue traditions, No matter how small. Go on with your life, Don’t worry about falls I miss you all dearly, So keep up your chin. Until the day comes We’re together again. Maura, we miss you from Our family each and every day. With love, Margaret, Frankie & Louise.

25TH ANNIVERSARY HEALY

In loving memory of Amelia Healy, Alto Vista, Loreto Rd., Who died on 12th July 1992. Memories are precious They don’t fade away We think of you always Not just today. Sadly missed and always remembered by your sons, John, Ted and Justin, daughter Martha, daughters-in-law Patricia, Dympna & Jenny, son-in-law Sean, grandchildren Amy, Laura, Cillian, Grace, Rebecca, Elodie and Amelia.

Launch

Opening A New Chapter On Milltown IT PROMISES to be a night of memories and nostalgia in Milltown on Friday, July 14, when a memoir of life in the mid-Kerry village is published and launched by a local retired teacher and historian. Gwin for the Blue by Pat McKenna from Milltown recounts the happenings and characters of his native place in the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s and is a lively and entertaining read. Recounting stories and anecdotes from the first twenty years of his life, the memoir charts an Ireland barely recognisable to the young people of today and tells of life in a rural village from the War years to the Swinging Sixties. The self-published book is described as a tribute to local people who survived the ups and downs of life “in spite of dungeon, fire and sword”. Pat’s stories include references to local landmarks like the Godfrey Estate and the formidable last member of that landed gentry family, Miss Phyllis, as well as recollections of the railway line through Milltown, school sports days, and the dominant position of the Catholic Church at the time. Pat McKenna was born in Milltown in 1943 and was educated locally. Having graduated from University College Dublin, he became a secondary school teacher and taught in Dublin, Tralee and Africa before retiring to his native village. “This memoir deals with my memories of Milltown from 1943 to 1963. It has stories from my childhood and tells of what life was like in the locality in those years,” said Pat. “I hope it will bring back memories for people and I hope everyone will enjoy it.” Gwin for the Blue by Pat McKenna will be launched at the Muintir na Tíre Hall, The Square, Milltown, on Friday, July 14, at 8pm by local author Owen O’Shea, and all are welcome.

Community Spirit

Garden Magic Debby Looney

The summer holidays offer a prime opportunity to work on a project like a rockery, says Debby Looney THERE are many variations on a rockery: a slope with some large rocks in the way of the lawnmower, a level bed with a layer of decorative stone on it, or the side of a ditch. In reality, though, a rockery should be a free draining sloped garden, in which alpines can be grown. The free draining part is the most essential aspect of a rockery. The choice of plants is vast, and I believe this is a great project in which to involve children, as the plants are small and colourful, and the size of your rockery can be the size of a trough to the size of your imagination! There are a few simple steps to creating a beautiful rock garden. Firstly, you will need rocks! Many of us have them as soon as we dig a hole in the garden, but some may have to go to a local quarry. Then choose your site, ideally sheltered from the rain, close to a wall for example, and in a sunny spot. This is because, even though alpine plants are hardy, they do not like very wet conditions. Remove topsoil first. Place a good mound of rocks/bricks/rubble on the excavated site, creating the height and size, as well as the drainage required. If you have removed turf, lay this over the bricks, grass side down. A piece of old carpet can also be used. If you have neither, use some gravel before covering the rubble with your topsoil. Next, take a good look at your rocks. Always lay them so the strata or lines are horizontal. Decide whether you are terracing or whether the rocks are to be placed randomly. Lay them on the topsoil, firming them in with soil. Next make a mixture of compost and sharp sand or grit and cover the topsoil with about six inches of this mixture. Next plant you’re alpines, taking their eventual size into account! Some suitable plants are: aubrieta, campanula, primroses, snowin-summer and arabis for spring. In summer there is a glut to choose from: Lewisia, Phlox subulata, Sedum, Sempervivum, gentian, veronica, pratia, campanula, armeria, dianthus, erodium….the list really is endless! When you have placed a plant, surround it with a collar of grit, and when all are planted, topdress the whole rockery with grit or decorative gravel of a small size. For winter colour use some pansies, trailing ivy, and plant small bulbs. Many alpine plants are evergreen also. Rockeries are a great way to observe nature, and the format is contained enough for young children to be able to help in the maintenance… aka weeding! Of course, the rockery is easily converted into a fairy garden, a bit of woodworking may be involved to create fairy doors, fairy houses or fairy bridges.

07.07.17

In this weekly column, the clergy and members of the pastoral council offer an update on issues concerning the Church locally, nationally and globally

Six Parishes In Kerry Without A Priest

FOLLOWING the retirement of Fr Eoin Mangan as parish priest of Knocknagoshel, that parish becomes the sixth in the diocese of Kerry to be without a resident priest. As he made the annual announcement of clergy changes in the diocese, Bishop of Kerry Ray Browne said: “As I said before it means that in that pastoral area no priest is fulltime in their own parish. Now part of their appointment is to serve in the parish that has no resident priest. In a short few years this will be the situation in all twelve pastoral areas.” All around the diocese, parishes, people, deacons and priests, are responding to this challenge, added Bishop Ray. “We are becoming more and more aware of the calling of the laity to serve their local church community,” he said. “There are good signs that all our pastoral courses and our parish meetings are bearing fruit. In the autumn three will be ordained as permanent deacons. I am confident that though we have fewer and fewer priests, we can continue to have the fullness of parish life everywhere.” Soon it will not be possible to have a weekend Mass in every church in the diocese, added Bishop Browne. The diocesan changes take effect from July 19. Mgr Sean Hanafin returns from sabbatical to take on duties as parish priest of Ballybunion, while Fr Anthony O’Sullivan, who is on sabbatical until July 2018, will become PP of Brosnan. Fr Noel Spring moves from Ballybunion to take up appointment as parish priest of Castletownbere. Fr Gearoid

Support Groups

Inset: Bishop of Kerry Ray Browne.

This column is available to clubs and SUPPORT groups to promote upcoming fundraising events, agms etc. To guarantee publication an administration charge OF €10 will apply Please contact 064 6632215 for more details. DEADLINE FOR EVENT INFO IS TUESDAY 5.30PM

COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? Eucharistic adoration. Church of the Resurrection-Tuesday 10.00am-10.00pm. St. Mary’s Cathedral Wednesday 10.30-6.00pm. St. Columbanus Church-Thursday 6.30 -7.30pm. The Friary-Friday 2.00-7.00pm. The Friary-Sunday 6pm-7pm METHODIST CHURCH, EAST AVENUE Sunday services: 9am & 11am; Early morning prayer meetings: Tuesday & Thursdays 8am -9am; Bible Study: Wednesday 7.30pm; Soul Food: Bible study & lunch Friday from 11am. See church notice board for other events. Prayer ministry and spiritual direction are available, please contact Rev Karne Spence for further information on 064-6631613. AWARE KILLARNEY DEPRESSION SUPPORT Group Aware Depression Support Group meets: Killarney - Mondays, KDYS at 7.30pm. Aware Support Groups are free to attend, no referral necessary. www.aware.ie Tralee Venue: Parish Centre, St. John’s Church Tuesday 8pm – 9pm KERRY POSITIVE OPTION CRISIS PREGNANCY Counselling Service Free - confidential - non judgemental services. All options explored. Killarney Southwest Counselling Centre Emmett’s Road, Killarney Tel: 064 6636416. Open: Monday to Friday 9am -5pm.Saturday 10am-1pm. Funded by the HSE Crisis Pregnancy Programme. KERRY RAPE AND SEXUAL ABUSE CENTRE Provides a free professional counselling and support service for female and male survivors of sexual violence and their families in a safe and confidential environment with highly qualified and professional counsellors. It can be contacted by freephone 1800-633333 or by email krcc@eircom.net

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Walsh moves from Castletownbere to be PP of Ballymacelligott, while Fr Pat Crean-Lynch, PP, Ballymacelligott, has been appointed parish priest to The Spa. Fr Eamon Mulivhill relocates from The Spa to be PP of Kilcummin. Fr David Gunn, PP, Ballinskelligs (Prior), is the new parish priest of Brosnan, while Fr Patsy Lynch, CC, St Brendan’s, Tralee, moves to take on the parish priest role in Ballinskelligs (Prior). Fr Niall Geaney, CC (pro-tem) Killarney, moves to become CC, St Brendan’s, Tralee, while Fr Martin Spillane, PP, Adrigole, has been appointed parish priest of Caherdaniel and Fr Martin Sheehan moves from Caherdaniel to be parish priest of Adrigole. Bishop Ray Browne paid tribute to all the priests for their great service. “I admire their faith, their care of and commitment to the parish. What other group has a retirement age of 75 or 76?” he said. “Our parishes are also helped greatly by the willing assistance of our retired priests. It is wonderful how, year in year out, priests willingly agree to move parish for the good of the overall provision for all our parishes.” The first days and weeks of Easter saw the sad death of two active priests, Fr John Lucid who died suddenly and Fr Pat Moore who was ill for two years, added Bishop Browne.” They are greatly missed by their fellow priests, their many friends and by the people of Kilcummin, Duagh and Moyvane parishes. We are inspired by their lives,” he said.

KILLARNEY AL ANON The Killarney Al Anon meetings are held Tuesday nights at 8.30pm in St Claire’s, Vincent De Paul Building, Tesco Car Park, Beech Road, Killarney. Contact Mairead 087-7808106.

MS SUPPORT GROUP A support group for people with MS meets every Wednesday 9.30am to 1pm, at MS Meeting Rooms, Cheshire Homes Killarney. SUICIDE PREVENTION HELPLINES Console 1Life Suicide Freefone 1800247100, centre in Tralee 066 7129700 web: www.console.ie, Text HELP to 51444, 24-hour; Samaritans 1850609090 or freephone 116123; Pieta House, free counselling, 066-7163660 www. pieta.ie; South West Counselling Centre, Killarney, free suicide prevention and bereavement counselling, 0646636416/6636100; Living Links, Kerry, 087-9006300; HSE South: Suicide Prevention Helpline 1800 742 745, Farm & Rural Stress Helpline 1800742645. RACE BAPTIST CHURCH Please note Sunday worship time is now changed to 10.45am at the Killarney Cultural Centre (East Avenue Rd.) Prayer and Bible study meeting Wednesday 8pm. at various homes. For more information tel. 6632600 or 6635461. Psalm 119:105 ‘Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” https://www.facebook.com/KillarneyBaptistChurch.org NEW BEGINNINGS MINISTRIES KILLARNEY Meetings every Sunday 12 noon, the Killarney Court Hotel, Tralee Road, Killarney. Tel. 087-7068533. Email: newbeginningskillarney@gmail.com. Salvation Prayer Father God I come to you just as I am, I ask you to forgive me of my sins and I ask you Jesus come in to my heart, I make you the Lord of my life, fill me with your Holy Spirit, I choose to follow you all the days of my life in Jesus name I pray. GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Please note Sunday worship time is now changed to 10.45am at the Killarney Cultural Centre (East Avenue Rd.) Prayer and Bible study meeting Wednesday 8pm. at various homes. For more information tel. 6632600 or 6635461. Psalm 119:105 ‘Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” https://www.facebook.com/KillarneyBaptistChurch.org

Deadline | Tuesday 5.30pm

07.07.17 For Sale For Sale: Steinway piano for sale, 1887, grand model A, perfect condition. For details phone: 0863192497. For Sale: Babylo Travel cot, Baby monitors, Tomy commercial high chair, excellent condition. €95 o.n.o. Ring: 0872450056. For Sale: Roger black training bike, as new, €100, no offers. Phone: 0872144754. For Sale: Large TV stand, black glass, perfect condition. Ring: 0874671925. For Sale: Bicycle for sale, little used, Kinc Shadow, ring: 0879921199. For Sale: Surround sound unit available €50. Contact: 0860756842. For Sale: Tumble Dryer for sale, works perfectly, hardly ever used. Collection only. €100 ono Ring / Text: 0877694485.

Available Available: Removal Service House, office, local, nationwide, deliveries, anytime anywhere, 7 days a week. Also, all kinds of clear outs etc. Tel.087-2600407 / 064-6631979. Available: Music lessons, violin, fiddle, guitar, banjo. Garda vetted, Tel. John 087-6801392. Piano lessons Tel. Maggie 087-6961681. Available: Church music for all occasions. For a personal and meaningful ceremony, let the voice of experience guide you through your music. Tel. Helen Kerins 087-9508050. Available: Boost your immune system, re-balance your body, relax & de-stress. Treatments in Reflexology & reiki. Gift Vouchers available. Tel. Siobhan Dwyer 087-9665881. Available: James Lyne Motors and Valeting Services Lawlor’s Cross, Tel: 087 2465405 or 064 6633504. Have your vehicle valeted inside and outside, and preparations for N.C.T. Can be arranged. Wash is available 6 days a week from 10am to 6pm. If you require a quotation do not hesitate to contact us. Available: Home Improvements Killarney. Donie Cronin, painting and plastering, power washing, fascia, soffit and gutters cleaned and put up. No job too small. Tel. 087-2145452. Available: Painting, general property maintenance and power washing etc. Tel Dan Joe Moynihan 086-8217771. Available: Brendan Herlihy home

maintenance/renovations. Carpentry, painting, power washing, gardening, garden sheds repaired etc. Tel. 087-9364895/ 064-6643317. Available: Wedding music- Church Ceremony/ Civil Ceremony/ Drinks Reception. Please visit www.gracefoley. ie or Tel. Grace on 087-6710087. Available: Lawn cutting, strimming, long grass and weeding, Town lawns only, €12 per hour. God bless. Ring: 0866633739. Available: College Repeat Grinds in Maths, Applied Maths, Engineering and Business Maths. Contact Patrick Scotia Academy 085-8277464 http://www. scotia.ie Available: Church music for all occasions. Vocals in harmony & a variety of instruments. Reasonable rates. Tel: 0876836612 / 0879014681. Available: Leaving certificate higher level maths and applied maths grinds available for summer. Tutor was a first class honours BSC in mathematical sciences from UCC and achieved A1 grades in leaving certificate. HL maths and applied maths. Contact: 0894463879. Available: Experienced student available for work in the lines of babysitting and for cleaning. Also available for various duties such as shop assistant / accommodation assistant. If I meet your needs please feel free to contact me, Aileen, by text or call: 0876004949. Available: Car and Household Cleaning Service in Killarney and surrounding areas. Exterior, interior car wash; carpet, rug, upholstery, window cleaning. For prices and appointments please see website: http://www.bright4ucleaning. com or call 0892564991. Available: Lady available to mind children during the summer months, part-time or full time, living in Firies village if interested contact mags on 0879311734.

AVAILABLE: Person available for evening work, 3-4 evenings a week. Food prep, wash up, all work considered. Hard worker, strictly honest. Apply to PO BOX: 3612, Killarney Advertiser, High Street, Killarney, Co. Kerry.

Fastfinders

Animals Animals: HUG: Homes for Unwanted Greyhounds (CHY 19414), formerly Kerry Greyhound Connection, takes in, rehabilitates and finds homes for unwanted racing greyhounds. We are looking for people to help us by offering a foster home for a greyhound as a ‘half-way-home’ until we can find a permanent home for the dog. Fostering is a really valuable and ‘hands on’ way to be involved in greyhound rescue work. There is no cost to fosterers as HUG will cover all food and veterinary expenses. Please get in touch if you’d like to help. For further details please contact us on 087 9822695 or email homesforunwantedgreyhounds@ eircom.net. Animals: Heaven Animal Rescue Tel. 086-1076729. suzanne@ahar.ie. Huge rescue centre in Crag, Castleisland, Co. Kerry. We take all unwanted animals and re-home them. We have beautiful dogs and cats waiting for homes. Donations of funds and blankets for dogs, cats and horses, dog nuts, cat food and horse feed, hay, straw and shavings badly needed. Bank of Ireland 90760272 sort-code 90.57.58 Animals: KLAWS (Kenmare and Locality Animal Welfare Society) We have a number of adult cats (all colours) awaiting homes. 087-9729240 or 087-9704480. For Sale: Blue Merle pup for sale, 5months old, suitable with cattle or sheep. Ring: 0862658071. For Sale: Labrador Pups fro sale €150, contact 0877826710 For Service: Bichon Frise for service, with papers with high standard. Phone: 087 7684111. Free to good home: 5 Jack Russell puppies free to good home (3 boys / 2 girls), 10 weeks old. Ring: 087 1902644

high success rate. Fully confidential. Tel. Sheila on 087-7680163. Personal: DIVORCE. Get the cheapest and fastest divorce through this highly recommended and long established service. Phone James on 085 8104504.

Wanted Wanted: Babysitter required for the summer. 2-3 days per week including some weekends. Full days to mind in kids own house. 4 children aged 2-9. Previous experience essential. Muckross area. Email interest to: eimear123@hotmail.com Wanted: Due to increase in business we are looking for full time store person for sales of machinery parts, knowledge of all machinery parts essential. Job responsibilities would entail dealing with customer, placing orders, coordinating deliveries and general running of store. Apply to PO BOX:3607, Killarney Advertiser, Unit 1C, Park place, High Street, Killarney. Wanted: Taxi driver wanted, full time & part time, must have PSV license, good work conditions. Apply to PO BOX: 3610, Killarney Advertiser, Unit 1C, Park Place, High Street, Killarney. Wanted: Help wanted for B&B, part-time. Ring: 0872407986. Wanted: Knockaderry N.S. Farranfore have a vacancy for a permanent part-time secretary 10 hours a week. Please submit C.V. to Chairperson, Knockaderry N.S., Farranfore by Friday 21st July.

Wanted: Labourer Wanted For block laying Contact 086-38951

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Deadline Tuesday 5.30pm

Property Letting & Selling To Let TO Let : 1 bed apartment in Park Court. Contact Roger: 086-8136888 TO Let : Luxury 3 bedroom cottage, O.F.C.H & stove with boiler, zoned heating, 3 miles from Killarney. Ring: 0872627272. TO Let : Room to let, Bridgefield Estate, €320 p/m, (Wifi /TV included) Contact Sinead: 0861065927. TO Let : Room to let in Bridgefield, all mod cons, double room, incl bills sky, Tv license and rubbish. €70 p/w. Contact: 0868357443. TO Let : 3 Bedroom Farmhouse, long term in great condition in Brewsterfied, Glenflesk.

Contact: 0872520302. TO Let : 1 bedroom apartment long term in Brewterfield, Glenflesk. Contact: 0872520302. TO Let : Double room ensuite in shared accommodation, in town centre, working people. Ring: 0876295417. TO Let : 2 bedroom flat, all mod cons, 2 miles from Killarney, on Cork rd N22. Ring: 0872628766. TO Let : 3 bedroom ground floor apt, 2 single rooms, 1 double. No pets, no parking. Long term, min 1yr. Rubbish included. €210 per week. Ring: 0876971395. TO Let : Single bedroom, all mod cons. Ring: 0879395150.

TO Let : House to let in Pairc Chuimin, Kilcummin, available from mid-July. Long term, careful tenants only. Contact by email @ housetoletkilcummin@gmail.com if interested.

Wanted Wanted: Sought small house, cottage / shallet to rent. Single working man. Excellent references. Killarney surrounding area. Ring: 0851599003. Wanted: House & apartments in & around Killarney for management & letting. Tel. Roger 086-8136888.

Sport

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Killarney Athletic Crowned Champions After 52-Year Wait The Blues just about managed to get the better of their crosstown rivals in a dramatic league final, writes Athletic’s Adam Moynihan Kerry Premier A League Final (Replay) Killarney Athletic 1-0 Killarney Celtic Daithí Casey’s late goal was enough to clinch the league title for Killarney Athletic on Friday night in front of a boisterous crowd in Mounthawk Park. It was an incredible night for Athletic as players, officials and supporters celebrated the first ever championship in the club’s history. As always, Celtic made us work very hard for the result and it’s a great source of pride for us that we were able to go toe-to-toe with one of the top teams in the country. There’s no question that they played better football than us in both the drawn game and the replay (and probably every other time we played them

It seemed to take an eternity for Daithí to actually put the ball in the goal but when he did, there were great scenes as substitutes and fans flooded the field

this season), and they’re so well organised they’re extremely difficult to handle. Our tactic of sitting deep and hitting them on the counter served us well, even if it can be extremely frustrating to go long when we have players who are more than capable of playing out of the back. But at the end of the day, the way we set up got the job done and I suppose that’s the only thing that matters. There was certainly nothing strange or unusual about our goal. Eanna Kavanagh came out of defence and played an incisive long ball over the top and once Daithí broke free there was only going to be one outcome. It seemed to take an eternity for him to actually put the ball in the goal once he had lifted it over the keeper’s head but when he did, there were great scenes as substitutes and fans flooded the field. Celtic pressed manfully for an equaliser but I thought the old guard of Eanna, Paudie O’Connor

Killarney Athletic are crowned Denny Premier A League Champions on Friday night in Tralee. Pic: Kerry District League.

and Brian O’Reilly were immense in defence. I’m sure it’s of great benefit to a bunch of old fellas to have someone youthful like me alongside them at the back. (I’m 29 by the way.) Brian O’Connor was excellent as well in goal, especially in the first half when he dealt with a string of dangerous crosses, and to keep Celtic scoreless over two finals is a testament to how well he has been playing. In midfield, Shane Doolan and Michael O’Donoghue put in Trojan work as always, as did Jamie Doolan and Seán Cournane out wide. It’s difficult to be an attacker for us when we play Celtic because you’re feeding off scraps really but you knew Paudie Clifford and Daithí Casey were going to be dangerous if they got the right ball. We’ve had a very strong squad towards the end of the season and any one of our subs could have realistically started or at least came on and made a contribution. Shane Lynch deserves special mention in this regard as he started all season only to be dropped for the replay, but the management had to make a decision and as disappointed as he was, he took it well and played his part when introduced. It was a great occasion for so many former players and coaches and club officials and I don’t want to start naming people for fear of leaving someone out. Our chairman Mike O’Shea is one person I’d like to

single out for praise though. It’s a thankless job and he’s given us fantastic support all season. Michael Lindsay and JP Mullins are two guys who have given us a huge amount of help all year in terms of training and coaching and we wouldn’t have gotten over the line without them. And obviously our management team of Stuart Templeman and Alan Brady deserve a massive amount of credit for taking the job when no one else really wanted it. It’s a serious achievement to guide the club to its first title in their first season at the helm, especially when we were so poor last year. I also have to say that Celtic were incredibly gracious in defeat. I know they won’t want to hear it right now but they’ve actually given a great account of themselves this season and I’ve no doubt they’ll be back even stronger next time out. It was a great weekend to be a Blue. Hopefully we can go on now and win the double. Athletic: Brian O’Connor; Brian O’Reilly, Paudie O’Connor, Eanna Kavanagh, Adam Moynihan; Michael O’Donoghue, Shane Doolan; Jamie Doolan, Daithí Casey, Seán Cournane; Paudie Clifford. Subs used: Shane Lynch, Pauly O’Donoghue and Conor Farrell. Celtic: Roy Kelliher; Chris O’Leary, Matt Moynihan, John McDonagh, Brendan Falvey; Chris Brady, Gary Keane; Wayne Sparling, Matt Keane, Stephen Hayes; Cathal O’Shea. Subs used: Stephen McCarthy.

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07.07.17 Cycling

Scenes from the 34th annual Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle on Saturday. Pics: Dylan Clifford

Charity Champions In The Saddle

Enda Takes A Tumble FORMER Taoiseach Enda Kenny was one of the casualties along the route of the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle. Amidst heavy mist at Coomakista on Saturday, Mr Kenny was approaching a rest stop on the mountain pass between Waterville and Caherdaniel when he clipped the back wheel of the bicycle ahead of him and was flung from his bike But the former Taoiseach, who has completed the event on several occasions previously and who was this year taking part in aid of Derrynane Inshore Rescue, was not serously injured apart form a grazed leg and was swiftly back in action Several cyclists came off their bikes but fortunately none were seriously inured. The most serious incident concurred near Ladies View when a cyclist was thrown over a wall. The cycle was paused for around half and hour as the cyclist was treated at the scene before being taken by ambulance to University Hospital Kerry. Another accident occurred near Blackwater Bridge in which four cyclists were injured in a pile-up.

Sonia O’Sullivan pictured with Liam Lynch of Liam Lynch Skoda, Farranfore, and the team from Skoda.

Rugby News ... Words: Liam Murphy SO IT looks like the British and Irish Lions tour to New Zealand is going down to the wire! The second test took was won in epic fashion last Saturday morning in Wellington, a much better game than the loss the weekend before for the tourists. Warren Gatland’s men clearly had their homework done, however they made pretty hard work of the game with all the handling errors and soft penalties given away. The Irish men again proved to be the proverbial

workhorses on the day with Tadhg Furlong and Sean O’Brien putting in epic performances. Furlong has been likened to a Sherman Tank in the New Zealand press, a true honour for the Leinster man and O’Brien affectionately known as the “Tullow Tank” was sublime. Johnny Sexton and Conor Murray put in a great shift with the latter scoring another try from close range to become the only Northern Hemisphere player to score a try in four tests against the All Blacks. A true danger man indeed. Some people will point out that Sonny Bill Williams red card was the difference however the All Blacks were their usual defiant selves and

put up a display which made you wonder who had the extra man. The first red card since 1967 for the All Blacks with Sonny Bill receiving a four-week ban, he has been vilified in the local press and has gone from proverbial hero to zero following this sending off.Here’s hoping weekends decider proved to live up to the hype and that the Lions can follow up on the series win 4 years ago in Australia. Garlands men will have their work cut out as the All Blacks will be smarting and like the injured wildcat, will pose a dangerous threat. Either way a mouthwatering decider is on the cards. Come on the British and Irish Lions!

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07.07.17

Munster Double For Kerry

Words: Eamonn Fitzgerald

KERRY footballers completed the double of Munster championships, both senior and minor, at the Fitzgerald Stadium on Sunday last with plenty to spare. The seniors beat Cork 1-23 to 0-15 and the minors defeated Clare 2-21 to 0-3. That senior win stretches to 32 games an unbeaten run going back to 1995 when Cork defeated Kerry in the Munster final 0-15 to 1-9. The last time Cork beat Kerry in a senior championship was a year in which players such as Sean Powter, Sean O’Shea, Brian O Beaglaíoch and Michael Hurley weren’t even born. In the senior game Kerry were in devastating form at the start of the game and after half-time scoring four points in both early periods. David Moran won the throw-in, made strides towards goal to set up the opening score. That went to 4 points to no score in as many minutes. At half-time Kerry led by 4 points, 11 points to 7, but then Kerry added on 4 points without reply and the game was over as a contest. Cork needed to score a goal to get back in to contention. They had chances but failed to pull the trigger at the vital moments. Paul Geaney did score the only goal of the game in the late stages. Remarkably Kerry shot no wide in the first 42 minutes. James O’Donoghue hit that first wide with more than half the game over.

Joint Kerry captain Johnny Buckley and the winning team at the Kerry V Cork Munster Football final in Killarney on Sunday. Pics: Don MacMonagle

to go through the back door. Last Sunday’s win completed the five-in-a-row of Munster SFC titles for Kerry. When will they be back in the Fitzgerald Stadium in a Munster senior final? 2021 at the earliest.

CHIEF SCORERS Once again Kerry’s chief scorers were Paul Geaney who shot 1-4 from play and another point from a free. James O’Donoghue hit three points from play and four from frees, yet the return from the other four starting forwards was very poor. Kevin McCarthy and Donnchadh Walsh got no score while Mikey Geaney scored just 2 points, one from play and one from a 45. Kieran Donaghy, the remaining starting forward got just one point. A return of three points from three of the starting six is a worrying statistic. What will happen on the day that Paul Geaney and James O’Donoghue will be targeted by vigilant defenders? All six forwards worked very hard but Kerry need a better spread of scorers from the forwards whose prime job is to notch scores. Four of Cork’s starting forwards scored, but their top scorer on six points was veteran Donncha O’Connor who came on at half-time. Only two of his points came from play and the other four from frees.

STEPHEN O’BRIEN Substitute Stephen O’Brien came on for Walsh at the interval and looked impressive running at the Cork defence and scoring three fine points. Johnny Buckley came on in the 41st minute for McCarthy and did well but did not score. Midfielders had their moments with Maher of Kerry and Maguire of Cork prominent. The six Kerry defenders all had their moments while the youthful Seán Powter from Cork caught the eye. In the 50th minute Killian Young was brought on for Fionn Fitzgerald who went down with suspected concussion after an unfortunate clash. The game was held up for at least five minutes while the medical people tended to the injured Kerry captain. Eamonn Fitzmaurice said that Fitzgerald’s recovery would be monitored.

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Kerry: B. Kelly 7; F. Fitzgerald (c) 7, M. Griffin 8, S. Enright 7; P. Crowley 7, T. Morley 7, P. Murphy 8; D. Moran 6, A. Maher 8; M. Geaney 9, K. McCarthy 7, D. Walsh 7; P. Geaney 8, K. Donaghy 7, J. O’Donoghue 9. Subs for Kerry: S. O’Brien 8 for D. Walsh (h-t);

MUNSTER MFC WIN FOR KERRY

Former Taoiseach Enda Kenny and his son Ferdia taking a few selfies at the Kerry V Cork Munster Football final in Killarney on Sunday.

J. Buckley 7 for K. McCarthy (41); K. Young 7 for F. Fitzgerald (blood, 50-ft); J. Barry 7 for A. Maher (58); B.J. Keane 6 for J. O’Donoghue (63); D. O’Sullivan 6 for K. Donaghy (65); J. Lyne 6 for M. Geaney (66). Kerry scorers: P. Geaney (1-5, 0-1 free); J. O’Donoghue (0-7, 4 frees); S. O’Brien (0-3); M. Geaney (0-2, 1 45); A. Maher, K. Donaghy, D. Moran, P. Murphy, B.J. Keane, S. Enright (0-1 each). Cork: K. O’Halloran 6; K. Crowley 6, J. O’Sullivan 6, M Shields 5; S. Powter 7, J. Loughrey 6, Tomás Clancy 6; R. Deane 5, I. Maguire 7; A. Walsh 6, M. Collins 6, K. O’Driscoll 6; P. Kerrigan 6, N. Coakley 6, L. Connolly 6. Subs for Cork: A. O’Connor for R. Deane (blood, 30-ht); D. O’Connor 7 for N. Coakley (inj h-t); A. O’Connor 5 for R. Deane (inj 39); C. O’Driscoll 6 for M. Shields (inj 41); M. Hurley 6 for K. O’Driscoll (46); E. Cadogan 6 for J. O’Sullivan (black), S. Cronin 6 for J. Loughrey (inj) (both 64). Cork scorers: D. O’Connor (0-6, 4 frees); N. Coakley (frees); M. Collins (1 free), L. Connolly (1 free) (0-2 each); I. Maguire, Tomás Clancy, P. Kerrigan (0-1 each). Reiteoir Paddy Neilan from Roscommon. Kerry are now through to the quarterfinals at the end of the month in Croke Park with the opposition coming from the qualifiers. Meanwhile Cork have

Kerry 2-21, Clare 0-3. The minor final curtain raiser was a no contest as Kerry now stretch to 21 consecutive championship victories. They have also won 3 All Irelands in a row and on this showing are favourites to extend that winning run. They were so much in top in this 24 point win that the selectors took the liberty to take off their talented captain, Fossa’s David Clifford in the 49th minute. He had scored 6 points at that stage as he continues to impress. Top scorer was Donal O’ Sullivan from Kilgarvan who scored 2-5 from play and a further three points from frees. Kerry goalkeeper Deividas Uosis and his six defenders had an easy day throughout confining Clare to just three points. Barry O’Mahony from St Senans and Diarmuid Connor from Na Gaeil were supreme i lár na pairce while all of the six starting forwards got their names on the scoring sheets. There will be much stiffer opposition going forward for Peter Keane’s young brigade, but all the signs point to further successes.

WEEKEND OF SPORT What a great weekend of sport was on offer last weekend. First off on the Friday evening was the Kerry Premier League soccer replay between Killarney Athletic and fellow town rivals Killarney Celtic. It was looking very much like heading for extra-time and a possible penalty shootout but up pops Dáithí Casey in the 84th minute to score the match winning goal and so it stood 1-0 as Celtic failed to snatch an equaliser. This was the first time ever that Athletic won the premier league title in its 52 year life span. Founding father Dan Harrington and many more Athletic stalwarts were very happy with this result. On to Saturday and the ROK charity cycle. Weather conditions were very difficult for the 9,000 who braved it all for charity. The Fitzgerald Stadium was the mecca for in excess of 32,000 spectators for the Munster football finals.

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smalltalk 07.07.17

Paudie O’Connor

Killarney Athletic’s joint captain Paudie O’Connor talks to Adam Moynihan about winning the league, former Blues heroes and the team’s WhatsApp group

Well Paudie. Can you sum up Friday night? Mustang’s or the game? Nah, look, the game was a battle but we held them out and we took our chance when it came. It’s means a lot for the club obviously… It does, yeah. Especially the older generation like Don O’Donoghue and these guys who have been around for a long time. It’s nice for them. And we have the cup to think about now. Yeah we enjoyed the weekend but we can enjoy it more once the season is finished. There’s still more silverware there for us. Which of your teammates would you least like to get stuck in a lift with? Jamie Doolan because he’d be taking me off and I’d probably end up killing him. It’s a good impression though in fairness! Take it easy! Who’s the best at Tinder? Who’s single? Lynchy? Yeah but he’s red useless at Tinder. Probably Will Courtney so. He’s quiet but when he gets on Tinder he’s a lunatic. Who’s the biggest moaner? Alan Brady. Who’s the worst-dressed? I’d say probably me. I’m not the best in the fashion stakes. Who spends the most time in the gym? Probably Pauly O’Donoghue. He’s a bit of a beast that fella. If you could bring back one ex-player to line out for Athletic, who would it be? JP O’Sullivan. He was a good guy to go into battle with. Who’s the best player you’ve ever played with? Mark Pyne. He might do nothing for 89 minutes and then score the winner. He scored a lot of important goals for Athletic and you need a player like that to be successful. Who’s the best athlete you’ve ever played with? It’s a toss-up between Martin Beckett and Conor Spellman. If you had to transfer to another Killarney club, who would it be? I’d retire. What’s your proudest sporting moment? Last Friday night. And the most embarrassing? Monday night in the seven-a-side after a weekend of celebrations. If you had to compare yourself to a professional

soccer player, who would it be? Jamie Carragher. Is there another sport you haven’t tried that you think you’d be good at? Table tennis. What’s the best sporting moment of all time? Robbie Keane’s goal against Germany in 2002. We were all in the Vintage. Do you have any nicknames? Mick O’Connell calls me Bambi because I was always falling over when I started playing for Athletic. A few people call me P.O. as well but that’s it. Is there an app on your phone you couldn’t live without? WhatsApp. The group? Yeah the Blues group. It’s ridiculous. It’d want to be closed down. Shane Doolan is relentless. What’s your most used emoji?

What’s the best show on TV? Love Island. The boys were on about it. I haven’t seen it… Oh you’ve got to get on it, yeah. What’s your favourite song at the moment? Blue by Eiffel 65 but we’re getting sick of it by this stage.

Who’s the most famous person in your phone? Kenny Dwyer. Who’s that? He’s from Kilcummin. He’s a bit of a local legend. What would you have for your last meal? My mom’s Irish stew. Who would play you in a movie about your life? Steve Buscemi. And last one: can you tell me a joke? How do you find Will Smith in the snow? I don’t know. Look for fresh prints. Good one! Thanks Paudie. No bother!

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Sport Munster Final

07.07.17 Words: Eve Kelliher Pics: MacMonagle Photography

Munster Final Magic IT WAS as if the town didn’t bother sleeping all weekend. The carnival atmosphere of Saturday’s Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle celebrations blended seamlessly into Munster final day, and it was as if those familiar stalls bedecked with green and gold and red and white had sprung up overnight. Armies of fans clad in their county colours had started their steady march through the streets from early Sunday morning intent on seeing time-old adversaries Kerry and Cork do battle in the Munster senior football final and of course witness the Kingdom and the Banner County pitted against one another in the minor showdown. While the one-sided senior final will have been a disappointment for some (not least for the Cork fans as they headed back across the county bounds), Kerry’s success was sweet as captain Fionn Fitzgerald and Johnny Buckley hoisted the cup aloft before 31,836 spectators following their 11-point victory. The Kingdom were on top throughout and cruised to victory with ten different players finding the target as they brushed the Rebels aside with ease. The were well on their way to their 79th Munster title when they led by 0-11 to 0-07 at the interval having played against the breeze at Fitzgerald Stadium. From the get-go Paul Geaney was rampant, shooting a couple of points and setting up his cousin Mikey for a fine score, with James O’Donoghue also hitting the target.

Joint Kerry captains Fionn Fitzgerald and Johnny Buckley at the Kerry V Cork Munster Football final in Killarney on Sunday.

Mary DeBarra, Sonia O’Sullivan and Sinead DeBarra.

Gerard Murphy.

The crowd in the stand at the Kerry V Cork Munster Football final in Killarney on Sunday.

Fans arriving at the Kerry V Cork Munster Football final in Killarney on Sunday.

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07.07.17

Key Role For Clodagh

BRAVE Clodagh O’Shea played a crucial role at Sunday’s Munster senior football final as she led the Kerry team onto the pitch. Clodagh, who has been battling illness since being diagnosed with kidney disease in 2015, received a kidney from her father Tim before Christmas. The six-year-old has spent much of the year so far at Temple Street

Children’s Hospital in Dublin. However on Sunday she was determined to fly the green and gold flag high as she was special guest of the Kerry team. Clodagh held hands with Kerry captain Fionn Fitzgerald as the team exited the tunnel at Fitzgerald Stadium before almost 32,000 spectators. Pic: Eamonn Keogh

Pics: MacMonagle Photography

Munster Final

Minor Dominance A TWENTY-FOUR-POINT winning margin saw the Kerry minors triumph in the Electric Ireland Munster MFC final, Kerry 2-21, Clare 0-3. When Kildare scored a two-point All-Ireland quarterfinal win over the Kerry minors in 2013, few could have foreseen that more than three seasons of Kerry dominance would ensue. Jack O’Connor replaced Mickey Ned O’Sullivan at the helm that autumn, delivering two Munster and two AllIreland titles before moving onto

steer the under-21s. Peter Keane stepped into his shoes and both their provincial and AllIreland crowns were retained in 2016. Indeed, no team came within six points of Kerry last year. Not since Kerry’s 4-17 to 0-2 thumping of Tipperary in 1946 has a Munster minor football decider been so one-sided. David Clifford, the provider of 2-8 during the semi-final victory on Cork turf, helped himself to six points here before being withdrawn in the 49th minute.

Sport Beaufort Golf Club

RESULTS: Wed.28th June, Club Scramble Winners: Rebecca Donoghue, Gerry Collins & Ken West. Thurs. 29th June open Seniors: 1. Sean Coffey, 2. John Doherty. Open Friday 30th June Winner: Dan Phelan (16) 38 pts. Sat & Sun 1/2 July Captains Charity Rumble. Team of 3 any combination reentry until 31st Oct 2017 FIXTURES: Wed 5th July Club Scramble 5.30pm, Thurs 6th July Open Seniors 10am, Friday 7th July Open - contact clubhouse @ 064-6644440, Sun 9th July -18 hole Stableford -Yellow Tees, Sponsor; Cormac Foley& Assoc. Solicitors, 3, Gas Tce. Tralee, Co. Kerry.

Killarney Golf Club Ladies

RESULTS: results of competition Sunday 2nd July, sponsored by Flesk Restaurant, Killarney, v- par, Mahoney’s, 1st. & Best gross Karina Griffin (13) 11 up, 2nd Maureen Creedon (13) 2 up (bk9), 3rd Ann Moynihan Rudden (7) 2 up, CSS 71. FIXTURES: Next week’s Competition is Single Stableford competition on Killeen sponsored by Cross Refrigeration. Our Junior Foursomes team play Ballybunion on Saturday July 8th in Kanturk at 10.30 am and our Snr Foursomes team play Dooks on Sunday July 9th in Ring of Kerry at 10.30 am. We wish our teams the best of luck.

Killorglin Golf Club

RESULTS: Sheahan’s Bar Killorglin Strokplay Singles, 1st Michael Flynn (22) 65 Nett, 2nd Eamonn Sheehan (19) 66 Nett, 3rd Martin Smith (15) 67 Nett, Gross Joe Kennedy (5) 72 Gross, 12 Hole Singles - Month of May, 1st Colin O’Sullivan (19) 29 Pts, 12 Hole Singles - Month of June, 1st Dan Phelan (16) 30 Pts.

Ross GC - Gents Club FIXTURES: On Saturday July 8th and Sunday July 9th we will hold a single stableford competition. The timesheet is now available in the clubhouse so please add your name to it immediately. On Friday July 7th, we will hold a 10-hole mixed open scramble. Draw for teams at 6 pm and tee off at 6.30 pm. This will be followed by a prize giving in the Clubhouse at 8.30 pm approx. DR BILLY COMPETITION: - The Ross GC team put up a brave fight in this competition recently against our hosts, Ballyheigue GC, however despite this battling performance and a great hole-in-one on the 8th by the Judge - Aidan McGaley it was not to be and we lost out narrowly Ross Ladies - Golf Club We were delighted to welcome 2 new members to our fun evening at the Ross on Thursday, 29 June, where a great time was had by all. Upcoming Scramble soon, date to be confirmed. Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Men’s Club

Killarney Golf Club Men’s Club, had teams taking part in two West Munster Area Semi-finals over the last week, and unfortunately both were lost by the odd match, and both

07.07.17 were very close encounters and were defeated on the last green played in both matches. Our team in the Michael Cashman Trophy were up against Ceann Sibeal at Ceann Sibeal, and before the match were unfortunate to lose one of their usual team members due to a hand injury. The results were as follows, Timmy Brosnan & Tim O’Meara lost 3/2, Jack Buckley & Tim O’Keeffe won on the 19th, Eddie MacSweeney & John Wall lost 3/2, Shane Kelly & John Murphy won 2/1 and in the 4th match out, which was the last match out on the course, Gerard O’Meara & Sean “The Castle” O’Donoghue lost on the `19th green, The team were under the “new” Management of Tim O’Meara and Dermot Doyle, as the regular team Manager, Connie Brosnan was in Spain representing Ireland in Golf, in the European Games for “ Organ Donor Recipients”. The team in the Junior Cup were at Castleisland on Saturday and they received a bye into the 2nd round where they were up against Castleisland. The team Manager was Mark Beckett, Assistant Professional at the Club. The Team Members were Niall McCarthy, Darren Mulcahy, Jason Arthur, Mike Maher & Baden Maher, and the substitutes were Sean Moynihan Robert Cussen & Ryan Kelliher. The team were comfortable winners over Castleisland, and then faced Newcastle-West in the Area Semi-Final where they were defeated in the last match on the 18th green. Hard luck to both teams, and ye did us proud and put in great efforts on our behalf, and our thanks to all concerned. The Boys Club Junior Team were at Newcastle-West G.C. where they were up against Ballybunion in The West Munster Area Final, and they eventually succumbed 3 and a half to 1 and a half in their encounter. The team Manager was Liam Healy, ably assisted by Junior Officer John Curtin. The results were as follows, Luke Walsh lost 2/1, Niall McCarthy won 2 up, Darren Mulcahy lost by 2 holes, Ryan Kelliher lost on the 18th green, and Conor Stack was 3 up when his match was called in.

Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club

Following on from the recent meeting of Lough Lein Working Group, the water quality documents make interesting reading- a brief synopsis is as follows; Firstly, monitoring has not been as intensive as former years owing to a number of factors including retirements/ samples having to be sent outside county / economic pressure. At least monthly monitoring is taking place on principal sites. The health of a lake is measured by a series of parameters at various monitoring points - symptom parameters include Chlorophyll and Transparency, these two change depending on the amount of algae in water, the greater the amount of algae matter in the water means the less you will see through the water hence transparency is affected. Water Transparency (Mean Readings) for 2016 on the lakes - Lough Lein was

to a depth of 3.4 meters, Muckross Lake was 5.9 meters, Upper Lake was 4.2 meters, Lough Guitane was 4.8 meters. Nutrients entering the lake is also another important factor and the estimates for 2016 are as follows - Phosphorous lake inputs for Lough Lein. Flesk River accounts for approx. 62.9%, Folly Stream 6.3%, Deenagh River 6.8%, Long Range 23.9%. Finally, a quick reminder of our upcoming juvenile outing at Barryfinny lake on Friday night the 14th July commencing at 6pm - fishing until 9pm.

Muckross Rowing Club

FERMOY REGATTA: Well done to all our crews who competed on Sunday last in the Fermoy Regatta. An exceptionally busy day for the club from early morning until evening with crews from J14 to Masters representing the club in numerous races. Congratulations to all our winning crews. Men’s Junior 16 1x: Oran O’Donoghue. Women’s Junior 16 1x: Eimear Beazley. Men’s Club Four: Brendan O’Neill, Maurice Coffey, Sean Coffey, Jeremy Kenny. Women’s Junior 15 Eight: Clare Joy, Chloe Coughlan, Liadhan O’Connor, Grace Courtney, Marie Courtney, Emer O’Dowd, Caoilinn O’Donoghue, Emer Doyle, Aoife Farrell (cox). Women’s Junior 14 Double: Sarah Fleming, Aisling Coffey. A big thanks to all our coaches and adult members who assisted. Special thanks to Mike Daly, Simon Evans, Alan Lyne and Sean Daly. KILLARNEY REGATTA: The final result is in! The video replay delivered a decisive result with Muckross declared winners of the Senior Fours. Congratulations to the crew of Tim O’Shea, Ronan Spillane, Michael McEnery and Brendan Sheehan, Martin Murphy (cox). Three in a row in this event for the club and a total of six wins for MRC in the 2017 regatta. UPCOMING: Irish Championship Regatta, NRC Inniscarra 14-16 July. Annual Street Collection Sat 15 July. Annual Church Gate Collection 22-23 July.

Killorglin Rowing Club

FERMOY REGATTA: Congratulations to all KRC athletes on their performances at Fermoy Regatta last weekend. In particular, well done to all medals winners who progressed through their respective race stages - heats, and semis to win the finals. First win of the day went to our Women Junior12 sculler, Airida Mateviciute. The Women’s Junior 16 quad of Anna Griffin, Katie Boyle, Molly O’Grady and Rhiannon O’Donoghue coxed by Alanna Dolan were also victorious. James McCarthy bagged himself a win in the Men’s Junior18A Single Sculls event, while Eimear O’Donovan came out on top in the Women’s Novice Sculls. Our next event is the National Rowing Championships, which are held in the National Rowing Centre in Inniscarra, Co. Cork on the 14th-16th of July. Best of luck to all rowers. Also, best of luck to Monika Dukarska who is travelling to Lucerne, Switzerland with the Irish team to compete in the World Cup III regatta.

Spa Muckross Community Games

MUNSTER FINALS: What an experience for our boys and their families last Saturday in Limerick. Our u10 boys Gaelic met Limerick in their semi-final, and Limerick went on to become overall winners, so they were up against the best of the best. The same can be said for our u12 soccer team who gave competition winners Tipperary a run for their money in their semi-final clash. Well done to all. Community Games hasn’t seen the last of these lads! Thanks to all the parents who travelled, and to the trainers for their commitment to the teams. Finally, to all the volunteers at UL - it couldn’t happen without them.

Firies Community Games

The Community Games Munster Finals took place at the weekend in University of Limerick. Firies only had one team take part and this was in Skittles U16. Tipperary proved very strong in this event leaving Firies as runners up in the competition. Well done to Ciara Kearney, Patrick Kearney, Cian Sheahan, Quinn O Connor, Ronan O Mahoney & Michael Brosnan. Carmel Sheahan managed the team and thank you to Kerri Sheahan who trained the team. It was a new sport for some of the lads and they had great fun and enjoyed the whole event. Thank you to all the parents for assisting and bringing to training and being there for the team.

Kilcummin Community Games

Kilcummin had a vast array of athletes taking part this year with 22 participants turning up on a warm Saturday morning to compete. OUR U8: athletes set the tone with Aoife Doolan, Darragh Forde, Sé Kennedy and Dean Moynihan running extremely well in their opening heats while Daniel O’ Sullivan and Daragh Keane came 3rd and 1st in their heats respectively. These two gutsy boys sailed through to the semi-finals with Daniel running superbly and Daragh Keane deservedly making the final. A superb run from the determined Daragh saw him finish 5th in the final in what was a tight race and suggests great promise from this young athlete. OUR U10S: were next with Ava Moynihan, Cillian O’ Leary and Grace O’ Sullivan all performing well in their sprints while Robbie Casey qualified for the next round coming 2nd in his heat. In the 200m Kate Rahilly ran well while her companion Leah Forde qualified from her heat. OUR U12’S: relay of Kieran Nagle, Senan Kennedy, Dan Rahilly and Cian Forde were unlucky not to make the final while these boys all ran well in their individual races also. In particular Cian Forde won his heat in style and was unlucky to miss out on a medal in his 600m final. However, this is a huge achievement for an athlete that will be in this age category again next year and will be one to watch in 12 month’s time. Clíodhna Sweeney gave a tremendous performance as usual

Paul Ince (2 - Manchester United), Paul Parker (2 - Manchester United), Paul Scholes (11 - Manchester United) and Paul Warhurst (1 - Blackburn Rovers).

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07.07.17 Gneeveguilla with prize giving August 4th. Looking forward to seeing you all. All age groups catered for. HEALING MASS: A Healing Mass will be celebrated by well-known preacher Fr John Keane in The Church of The Holy Rosary Gneeveguilla on Thursday 13th July at 7.30pm. This mass is to commemerate Our Lady’s third appearance at Fatima 100 years ago on this date. At a recent healing mass in Armagh which was being celebrate by Fr John Keane a paralyzed woman was healed at the Consecration. This is one of the many healings at these Masses.

Killarney Celtic

At the Killarney Rugby Club Golf Classic last Friday were Mike Fuller (KRFC), Alan Kerins (Galway), Alan Cronin, William Morgan and Paudie O’Shea (all Cork) and Junior Finnegan (KRFC).

in the sprint while her older brother Micheàl’s performance was controlled as always in the longer distance race U16. The experienced relay of Colin O’ Leary, Turlough O’ Connor, Cian Foley and Dara O’ Callaghan gave a powerful display of running in the U14 category deservedly coming home with the bronze medal to add to their collection from previous years. Colin was unlucky to miss out in the final of his sprint while Dara executed some great throws in the shot putt. Outstanding performances from Turlough O’ Connor saw him make the final and here he finished 5th in a highly rated field, undoubtedly his best performance to date in the Community Games finals. Cian Foley came 3rd in the 800m race yet again running strongly in what was an extremely competitive line up and winning Kilcummin’s only individual medal from the weekend.

Milltown/Listry Branch Kerry Hospice Foundation

Milltown/Listry Branch of Kerry Hospice Foundation would like to sincerely thank everyone who supported our recent fundraising. A total of E357 was collection at Milltown Church Gate collection, E186.50 at Listry Church Gate Collection and E80.70 from Sunflower boxes. Thanks to the local shops that took Sunflower boxes from us. All funds raised go towards the new 15 bed residential Palliative Care Unit in Tralee University Hospital.

Kilcummin

SUMMER SEISIÚN: The Comhaltas Summer Seisiún shows will be hosted by 21 Munster branches this summer and will be getting underway over the next two weeks across the province. Each Séisiún show presents an evening of Irish traditional music, song, dance, stories and more, bringing our Irish cultural traditions to life and offering a unique audience experience for locals and visitors alike - a real taste of our cultural talent. The first part of the night promises a show with depth but variety as the various aspects of Irish dancing, solo and group instrumental music and singing in both Irish and English are showcased by a resident

group of performers. After a break for tea, the evening concludes with an informal session where audiences are invited to take to the floor for a Siege of Ennis or The Walls of Limerick. Join in a song or if you play an instrument please bring it along! CO FLEADH 2018: Coiste Chontae Chiarraí are inviting applications from branches that are interested in hosting Fleadh Cheoil Chiarraí 2018. Applications from branch secretaries must be made in writing to me before the September County Board meeting which is scheduled for Monday night 25th September, venue to be decided.

Listry

Listry Community Council is coordinating cleanup in our area Saturday 22nd July. Please pick litter in vicinity of your own home or along R563 and N70 roads close to you. Bags are available from Listry Community Centre. Let us all take pride in our community and make a big effort. Bags of litter should be returned to Listry Community Centre. Thanks.

Gneeveguilla Athletic Club

LOTTO: No winner of our lotto 30/06/2017, numbers drawn were 13, 14, 28 & 29. Bonus not won numbers drawn were 6, 15, 19 & 24. Next week’s jackpot €6,200 plus €1,000 bonus. NATIONAL SENIOR & MASTER CHAMPIONSHIPS: Held in Tullamore on Sunday last Gneeveguilla AC excelled. Shelia O’ Donoghue got gold in O50 Shot, Discus & Hammer. Eileen O’ Riordan O45 1st in Discus, 2nd in Hammer. Robert Purcell 3rd in 5000m O45. COUNTY SCHOOL SPORTS: Held last Wednesday in Riocht, Danielle O’ Riordan was 3rd 4th Class 200m, Saoirse Tompkins 2nd 600m 6th class, Michael McSweeney was 2nd in 600m 6th class, 6th class boys from Boherbue NS won the relay. IRISH SCHOOLS TEAM: Shona O’ Brien is on the Irish Schools Team for their International later this month, we wish her the best of luck on a fantastic achievement. SUMMER 1M SERIES: Fri 7th Barradubh – Lisbaby Road at 8.00 pm, Fri 14th Fossa, Knocknagree Village Fri 21st 8 pm, Ballydesmond Fri 28th &

PREMIER LEAGUE FINAL REPLAY: Killarney Celtic 0 Killarney Athletic 1. Celtic applied all the early pressure, including a series of corners, but couldn’t make the breakthrough. Wayne Sparling was only denied through a fantastic last second tackle. That said, Brendan Falvey and an impressive Matthew Moynihan, who replaced the suspended Jamie Spillane, had to be sharp and composed to avert danger at the other end. Matt Keane shot over, while Athletic keeper Brian O’Connor did well to safely gather a great cross under pressure from Stephen Hayes. An Athletic corner late in the half for Athletic was claimed to have crossed the line, but excellent referee Derek O’Shea had already awarded a free out. It was scoreless at the break after a really exciting passage of soccer, fast and highly skilled. Celtic again dominated the second half, but couldn’t break down the Athletic defense (they were absolutely superb all through). Celtic came really close when Chris O’Leary’s header flashed just over the crossbar. Disaster struck in the 83rd minute when Paul O’Donoghue slipped a ball through to Daithi Casey, and he produced a superb finish that not even Roy Kelliher could stop. Celtic pressed hard to level matters, but it wasn’t to be. We wanted, but Athletic got it – fair enough, that’s sport. We have always been strong rivals on the field, but we never once had to worry about any juvenile teams that we sent down to Ferndale and I think they would say the same in reverse. Both teams and clubs have a huge host of mutual friends in their ranks. Warmest congratulations to Chairman Mike O’Shea, mangers Stuart Templeman and Alan Brady, and all the Athletic players and supporters. There are several of those players that have graced Kerry soccer and Athletic jerseys and wore them proudly in lean years; we were never going to hand it to ye easy but there isn’t a one of us who begrudges ye. YOUTH LEAGUE FINAL: Listowel Celtic 1 Killarney Celtic 0. Celtic had more of the play but couldn’t turn opportunities into scores, although we had a great chance in injury time. We went 1-0 down early in extra-time and just couldn’t pull it back. U17 LEAGUE FINAL: Listowel Celtic 2 Killarney Celtic 1. Evan Jones scored a cracker for us on Thursday, but unfortunately Listowel got in twice to take

the title. It was a superb performance by manager John Vermiglio and his young team, and a really good, sporting game. Congratulations to Listowel Celtic. FIXTURES: That concludes the 2016/17 season. Míle buíochas to all our wonderful volunteers, supporters, and players. Enjoy the break – we’ll be needing your help again before long.

Killarney RFC Golf Classic

Killarney RFC held its annual Golf Classic at Killarney Golf & Fishing Club at the renowned Mahony’s Point course last Friday. 46 teams of four took part and a host of sponsors supported a very well run event. The cool windy conditions could not prevent some fine scoring with 2 scores counting on each hole and 3 on the 18th. 5th Prize went to Killarney School of English. 4th prize was won by the Bowlers Garage team; 3rd prize went to Junior Finnegan’s team half of which were from Gort, Junie’s old home town. Second prize went to early pace setters with 97 points - McDonagh & Associates. First prize went to Richard Walsh & Associates on a score of 98 points. Four retired sharpshooters came in with 96 points to take home super golf bags kindly sponsored by Walsh Brothers Shoes. Longest Men’s Drive on the index one 11th hole was won by cannonball hero Denis Pio Moriarty of “Heather” at the Gap of Dunloe. Longest ladies drive was won by irrepressible supreme Mary Geaney on the 9th. Nearest the pin was Limerick hurler and gentleman golfer Mike Leahy with a super strike to within 3 feet on the 12th. Finally, the ‘hole-in-one’ was not won and nobody got to Cycle home despite Noreen Coffey striking the pin on the stunning setting of the 18th green. Fantastic food was served up by Paul Cotter and his team at the Chapel with wonder burgers provided by Flesk Meats and chicken kebabs supplied by Tim Jones Butchers. A great spread was enjoyed by all and coolly washed down by a glass of Killarney Lager from the star Brewery. Our sincere thanks to all our generous sponsors, supporters and Killarney Golf Club for making it a super day in advance of the Ring of Kerry Cycle sand the Munster Final weekend. Thanks to the committee especially hard working Junior Finnegan and Captain Ger Moynihan.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club

MUNSTER U-16 STROKEPLAY: We look forward to hosting this event on Saturday where over 40 players will be taking part and 24 of the entries are from our own club. We wish all our players the best of luck in the event which gets underway from 10am. A reminder to all our entrants that the event is a dress code tournament. WEDNESDAY EVENING: Results of June 28th competition: Nett- John Murphy & Darragh O’Callaghan 34½ and Gross: John O’Brien and Jason O’Connor 46. Same again next Wednesday evening at 7pm. Open to club members aged 15 or over. SUNDAY MORNING COMPETITION:

Sport Resumes as usual on Sunday morning from 9.15am and 11.15am. Entry €4 per draw with a fee of €7 for both. Open to Club Members aged 15 or over. MATCHPLAY: Due to low entry, the club has decided not to run the Club Fourball Matchplay this year. However, entries for the Singles Matchplay will now be taken. Entry fee €10. Closing date for receipt of entries is Monday night July 24th. RICKY KELLY MEMORIAL: Scheduled for the weekend of July 23rd with the BBQ on Monday evening July 24th. More details in the weeks ahead.

Castlerosse Golf Club

RESULTS: Competition played on Sunday 2 nd July 18 Hole Stableford 1st Place, John M O’ Brien (17) 41pts, Runner-up, Roger O’ Sullivan (13) 40pts, 3rd place, Ger Casey (12) 39pts. MIXED SCRAMBLE: played on Wednesday 28th June, best return Patricia McNamara, John O’ Reilly & Joe Gaffey. FIXTURES: Weekend competition, 18 Hole Stableford. President’s prize day Saturday 15th July. Register to play by 7pm Friday 14th July. CASTLEROSSE LADIES RESULTS; 9 Hole Stableford played on Thursday 29th June place Mary Joe Dowling (36) 23pts. Mixed Scramble continue each Wednesday evening draw at 6.15pm, meet at clubhouse. Competition open to all golfers, Ladies & Gents.

Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage

MEMBERSHIP: If you are interested in joining the Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage Club, give a call to Jacqueline in Killarney Glass at Woodlands Industrial Estate for a Membership Form or text 087-3381842 for a form to be posted to you. Check out our website www.killarneyvintage.com and our Facebook page for further information and details of our upcoming events. We have some great deals and offers for our Members when they join - New Members are always welcome. MF135 TRACTOR TICKETS: Tickets are available to purchase for our recently renovated MF135 Tractor from all committee members, online from our website www.killarneyvintage.com, from Killarney Glass Woodlands Industrial Estate, Castleisland Tyre Centre, Donal Kissane DBK Machinery Ltd Beaufort and directly from the four charities who will benefit from the draw - Down Syndrome Kerry, The Irish Pilgrimage Trust, Kerry/Cork Health Link Bus & The Irish Kidney Association (Kerry Branch). The draw takes please on Saturday the 30th September 2017. Check out our website and facebook page for further details. Any queries to 087-3381842. CAR SHOW: Date for your Diary - our Car Show takes place this year on Sunday the 23rd July at Killarney Race Course at 11am. All Vintage & Classic Cars welcome to attend, in particular Ford Cars to celebrate 100 years of Ford this year. A fun family day out with Kid Zone, Food Stalls etc. Check out our Facebook page for more details.

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St. Brendan’s Rowing Club

THANK YOU: The club would like to express their gratitude to everyone who helped out at the Killarney regatta recently. Thank you to Donal O’ Donoghue, Adrian Hegarty for helping with the slip, Nicola Morgan, Tricia Casey, Marie Cahillane and Fiona Tangney for helping with the tent and food. Also thank you to anyone else who gave a helping hand, the day wouldn’t have been the same without you. A big thank you to Ella Canavan for representing the club as regatta queen also. CONGRATULATIONS: Well done to Shona O’ Brien who was selected to compete in the 1500 metre home internationals on the 15th of July. Best of Luck. NEW MEMBERS: New members are always welcome for both sliding and sixing so if you think rowing might be the sport for you why not come and give it a try. Please contact any of the numbers below if you would like to arrange a practice session. CONTACT: Any enquiries please contact, Ciarán Cronin 086 038 0272, Nicola Morgan 086 079 8507, Ciaran Sheehan 085 148 7743 or email stbrendansrowingclub@gmail.com.

Workmen’s Rowing Club

Training continues as per coaches’ texts. UPCOMING EVENTS: Next event is Callinafercy Coastal Regatta, County Champs scheduled to take place this weekend, 7th & 8th July. The Irish Rowing Championships, Iniscarra take place next weekend over 3 days from 14th to 16th July. JUNIOR SCULLERS: Exciting times ahead for some of our Junior Scullers!! Many of our Junior 18 and Junior 16 scullers have been involved in the selection process this year to represent their country…. trials, camps and regattas have been attended. This has been an extremely competitive process. We are so excited that two of our J18 ladies have been selected to represent Ireland at the Home International Regatta, Strathclyde, Scotland on July 22nd. This is a great honour for our club. We wish Ciara Browne and Ciara Moynihan all the very best as they prepare to wear the green, white and gold for their country! FUNDRAISING: Our annual street collection takes place this Saturday 9th July. As always, we thank our collectors and generous supporters. WEDDING BELLS: Workmen’s would like to congratulate Michael Quirke and Stephanie Walsh, as they celebrate their wedding this weekend. REMEMBERING BRENDAN HEFFERNAN: Killarney Regatta comes along but once a year, but we always remember fondly our deceased member Brendan Heffernan, who gave of his time and energy so generously to the club. He was surely smiling down from heaven as our Senior Ladies had their first win in the boat for which he played such a major part in fundraising, at the recent Killarney Regatta. A very Happy Birthday this week to Siobhán Bartlett.

On The Ball | Monday 5.30pm

Dr Crokes

County League Div. 1 - Round 7, Dr. Crokes V St. Mary’s, Played in Lewis Road on Saturday July 1st. We are still unbeaten in the Co. League Division 1 as a result of our comprehensive win over St. Mary’s. Both sides were missing a number of players but our replacements played very well on the day and this contributed in a big way. In this game Colm Cooper made his return after injury and was a great help to the younger players in our ranks. Our opponents started brightly but the only time they led in the game was in the early minutes. We got well on top for the rest of the first quarter and indeed right through the second quarter. St. Mary’s did have a good start to the second quarter when they sent over three unanswered points. We finished the remainder of the quarter well to go in with a good lead at half time. We had the first seven scores after half time and even though our opponents never surrendered and had some good scores, they were always playing catchup. St. Mary’s were competitive to the end but we ran out easy winners when the referee blew the full-time whistle.

East Kerry GAA

U8/U10 GO GAMES: East Kerry/Kenmare U8/U10 Go Games were completed. The standard of football was excellent. All teams showed fantastic skill levels. Thanks to all clubs for assisting Vince Cooper East Kerry/Kenmare GDA in running the blitz programme. St Brendans College students provided great support to all host clubs. BEST OF LUCK SOUTH KERRY: Best of luck to all Kerry South management and players in Munster competitions next week. Kerry South U14 team in Waterford, Kerry South U15 in Cork and Kerry South U16 in Limerick. DYLAN CROWLEY U11 TOURNAMENT: The dylan crowley u11 invitational tournament takes place in Gneeveguilla CLG on Saturday. All teams to be present at 9:30am. A parade of all Clubs and players is planned after the league games at 1pm. It is hoped to

use Facebook Live to broadcast playing footage, parade, interviews on the Gneeveguilla GAA Facebook. If any clubs/parents have concerns/issues with this, please contact Sean O’Keeffe, East Kerry Coiste na nÓg. RESULT: Tatler Jack East Region Minor League. Kilgarvan /Templenoe/ Tousist 1-15 Firies 0-6 FIXTURES: Monday 10th July 2017, MD O’Shea East Region U14 League, Division 1A: Glenflesk V Currow, Fossa V Dr Crokes, Kenmare V Firies. Division 1B: Beaufort V Kilgarvan/Tuosist, Listry/ Keel V Kilcummin. Division 3: Spa V Cordal/Scartaglin, Dr Crokes B V Gneeveguilla

Firies Coiste na nOg

EAST KERRY U14 LEAGUE: Well done to our U14s who had a commendable win over Fossa last week in the East Kerry U14 League. Firies 5-15 Fossa 5-11. The boys are progressing well within East Kerry, recording two out of two victories. U16 COUNTY LEAGUE: Our U16s gave a fantastic performance last week in the U16 County League. The team proved to be too robust against Churchill in Pairc Eamonn. Firies 5-18 Churchill 1-13 BEST WISHES: Firies Coiste na nOg would like to congratulate the Kerry Minors and Seniors on both their victories last weekend, particularly to the Firies GAA boys who were apart of the Minor team; Donnchadh O’Sullivan & Niall Donohue both gave great valuable performances.

Fossa Gaa

Lotto: 2nd July 2017, Numbers drawn were 23, 24, 26, 27. There was no jackpot winner. Next week’s jackpot will be €3,150. Seniors: Fossa played Finuge in the County League on Saturday evening. Fossa had the best of the exchanges in the first half but Finuge finished strong in the second half. Final score, Fossa 0-11, Finuge 0-11. Under 16 County League: Fossa 3-16, Kilgarvan/Tuosist 0-11. Fossa started brightly, kicking 7 points without reply, and 5 of those

Spa Muckross Community Games U16 relay. Ruth, Grace, and Marie Courtney, and Elizabeth Stack. The girls came first at the County Finals and are heading to the National Finals in August. It is Ruth and Elizabeth’s final year of Community Games and they are leaving on a high. Ruth is also representing Kerry in the U16 100m in August. Elizabeth claimed silver medals in the U16 100m and High Jump.

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points from the trusted boot of Emmet O’Shea. Kilgarvan/Tuosist put two points on the board before Emmet O’Shea struck for a beautiful goal. The second half was not as entertaining as the first, however there were good performances from Harry Buckley, Darren Cronin, William O’Brien and Jack Clifford in particular. Under 14: Firies 5-15 Fossa 5-11. Fossa came out at the wrong side of a very entertaining game played on Monday evening. Excellent goals by Harry Kelly, Darren Cronin, Ryan O’Leary and 2 more crackers from Conor Horgan put Fossa in the ascendency at the break. Unfortunately, Fossa couldn’t bridge the gap in the end. Congratulations: Congratulations and well done to David Clifford who captained the Kerry Minor team to a Munster Title on Sunday. Fossa had another star on the day with Alicia Burke giving a fantastic display in the Primary games at half time in the senior final, well done Alicia.

Gneeveguilla GAA

LOTTO: numbers 1. 21 .24 .25. No jackpot winner next week jackpot €4500. Monthly meeting Monday at 9. Congratulations to DJ Murphy on winning a Munster Junior medal with Kerry. Dylan Crowley tournament on July 8th. Crystal Swing are coming to Gneeveguilla on the Saturday night of the Carnival September 2nd more details to follow.

Killarney Legion

CO. LEAGUE: Beaufort 0-11 Killarney Legion 0-11. Jamie O Sullivan dominated our scoring in the first half with a supporting cast of Billy Maguire and Thomas Moriarty. A half time lead of 8 points to 2 was a fair reflection of that half. In the second period Beaufort upped the tempo but they were assisted by some haphazard defending as we’d showed no signs of our efficient and smart first half link up play. Jamie again had us ahead in the dying minutes but Beaufort playing with renewed spirit lofted over an equalizer which they hardly would have believed was possible at half time. U14 BOYS: Killarney Legion 5-10 Keel/ Listry 1-12. The u14 boys overcame the challenge from a physically stronger combination side to register another good win in the league. Making good clever use of the ball they managed to register a fine tally on the scoreboard. Goals from Jamie Alade, Darragh Fleming and a fine haul of three from Cian ‘’Chips’’ McCann set them up nicely as well as did some disciplined defending. A side that shows great promise with some fine prospects on board. FIXTURE: Co. Championship - Killarney Legion V West Kerry, Austin Stack Park, Sun.9th.July at 2 p.m. All support greatly appreciated. KERRY’S 79TH: Congratulations to Kerry and the three amigos on playing their part in Kerry’s convincing 79th Munster crown. Well done also to Cian Gammell who collected a Munster minor medal against Clare.

The Galway team celebrate after the All Ireland Ladies Football Under 14 A Final between Galway and Kerry at McDonagh Park in Nenagh, Co Tipperary. Pic: Brendan Moran

Mid Kerry GAA

SENIOR LEAGUE FINAL: Laune Rangers take on Miltown/Castlemaine on Sat 8th July at 7pm in Beaufort (extra time playable). JUNIOR LEAGUE ROUND 1: Tues 11th July all games 7.30pm. Beaufort entertain Keel, Miltown/Castlemaine home to Cromane, Laune Rangers host Glenbeigh/Glencar. U12 COMPETITION ROUND 1: Fri 7th July all games 7pm. A Comp - Miltown/ Castlemaine entertain Beaufort, Laune Rangers host Cromane, Keel home to Glenbeigh/Glencar. B Comp, Miltown/Castlemaine entertain Beaufort, Laune Rangers White host Cromane, Keel home to Laune Rangers Blue. KELLOGS CUL CAMPS: will be held in Killorglin and Miltown Gaa pitches from Mon 10th - Fri 14th July. All welcome

Spa GAA

Coiste na nÓg: ABC Fun Club continues this Saturday 11.30-12.15 in the main indoor hall. New members welcome, this is free to everyone 3-5 years old. U-6 to 10 boys training continues as normal this Saturday, girls U-6 to 12s are taking a break for the summer. U-21 County Championship: Spa 2-7 Kenmare District 1-11 Kenmare District overcame Spa by the narrowest margin. At half-time Kenmare District lead 0-5 to 0-1. Spa scored three points at the start of the second-half, Kenmare replied with a winning point. The one point win puts Kenmare District in the semi-finals. Minors: Spa minors played Fossa away in a first-round game in the East Kerry League. Spa lead at half time, but Fossa took control in the second half. The Spa boys fought back to win by 4 points. Ryan Kelliher received a substantial knock. Senior Co League: Spa 2-14 Waterville 1-8. Seniors win at Waterville to put Spa in 2nd place in Division 2 table.

Kilcummin GAA

CONGRATULATIONS: To Sean O’Leary Mastergeeha on winning a Munster title with Kerry Minors on Sunday last, to Kevin McCarthy on also winning his first Munster senior medal and to Brendan Kealy who is also part of the Kerry team. Well done to James Foley on his role as Minor selector. Croke Park awaits all. KERRY COMMUNITY GAMES: The Ríocht track in Castleisland was the venue last weekend for the Kerry Community Games Athletics and Kilcummin were well represented with twenty-two young athletes performing at a very high level. Congratulations and well done to all athletes who took part and a special word of thanks to their trainers and parents for contributing to the development of these young athletes. SENIOR FOOTBALL: Kilcummin 2-6 Currow 0-17. Goals from Ian Devane and Donal Maher complemented by three fine points from Shane McSweeney saw us lead by six points at half time. However, we capitulated in the second half and Currow ran out easy and deserving winners. This loss leaves us in a very precarious position and it will take a huge effort to avoid slipping down another division. Our next game is at home to Ardfert on Wednesday July 19th at 7.30 GAA CÚL CAMP: Cúl Camp will take place in Kilcummin from 17 – 21st July. Cost is €60 for 1st. child; €50 for 2nd child; €40 for 3rd and subsequent children. Booking athttps://www. kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/booking/ online/

Mastergeeha FC

WELL DONE: Congratulations to Dylan Murphy on being selected for the Kerry U17 squad to play in SSE Airtricity U17 League. MASTERGEEHA FC LOTTO: There was no winner on Friday 30th June 2017. Numbers drawn were 1, 2, 10, 19. Jackpot now €8,400.

Glenflesk

GLENFLESK SENIORS: Our Senior team collected another 2 points in the Co. League on Saturday evening with a hard fought win over St Pats in Glenflesk. The win was inspired by the score taking of Darragh Roche and a brilliant midfield performance from Padraig Healy. The win takes us on to 10 points and 3rd place in the table with 4 games to play. FT. Glenflesk 1-13 St Pats 0-14. GLENFLESK JUNIORS: Our Junior team play Strand Rd on Friday evening July 7th at 7 30pm in Glenflesk in Rd 2 of the Co. League. KERRY MINORS: Congratulations to Christopher O Donoghue and the Kerry Minors on becoming Munster champions on Sunday last with an impressive showing against Clare. KERRY JUNIORS: Congratulations to Jeff O Donoghue and Daniel O Brien on their Munster Championship success with the Kerry Juniors after a classic game with Cork. GLENFLESK LOTTO: No winner of the lotto which took place in Kerry way on 3-7-17. Jackpot - €6000. Numbers were 2-6-12-13. The next draw will take place in the John Dans on 17-7-17 and the Jackpot is 6200 euro. RAHEEN N.S: Congratulations to Niamh O Callaghan who had the winning lotto no.29 on Saturday the 1st of July.

Listry GAA

CLUB MEETING: Listry GAA club meeting will be held on Monday 10th July at 21.00 in the clubrooms. LOTTO: Numbers drawn: 5, 6, 10,17. Next Week’s jackpot - €7,850. JUVENILE RESULTS: U14 East Kerry League played on Monday June 26th in The Legion pitch, Keel/Listry 5.10 Legion 1.12 FIXTURES: U16 County League V Castlegregory on Wednesday June 28th. Keel/Listry 2.22 Castlegregory 1.12

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