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Great sadness as “enterprising businesswoman" Kay Randles passes

Kathleen Randles (née Noonan), known locally as Kay, was born in 1936 and raised in Kilworth Co Cork. The youngest of five children, Kay came from a farming background but always dreamed of having her own guesthouse.

She began her illustrious career in hospitality at the Victoria Hotel in Cork City in the 1950s, working her way up to Assistant Manager. In the late 1950s, she moved to Killarney to work at the Muckross Hotel, where she met the budding businessman Neil Randles. The couple married in the 1960s and embarked on a remarkable journey together.

At the time they met, Neil was working under his father and uncle who were running a garage in Kenmare. Neil was looking to open his own garage in Killarney, which he did successfully. The couple joined forces and with Kay matching her other half's entrepreneurial spirit, they purchased Dromhall House in In 1964. Although Neil's expertise lay in motors, Kay's vision and determination later convinced him to expand the property. Together, they transformed Dromhall House into a 55-bed hotel.

Neil passed away in 1987, leaving behind a legacy in business, having established C&R Frozen Foods (now Musgraves) and C.R.L Oil. Kay, undeterred, continued to

build upon their shared dream. In 1991, she purchased The Rectory, now known as Randles Hotel. Over the years, she made many impressive changes to the luxury four-star hotel while preserving its original charm. In 1999, Kay made the brave decision to demolish the original Dromhall and rebuild it into a luxurious 72-bed, four-star hotel with a pool and conference center. Her commitment to excellence in hospitality, and fairness to her colleagues, made her a beloved figure in the community. Many couples fondly remember Kay for her role in planning their perfect wedding day. In 2015 the hotel celebrated 50 years in business, a proud milestone for Kay, who was still playing a key role in the business operation.

Beyond her own ventures, Kay actively championed the Killarney hospitality industry. She was a dedicated member of the Killarney Chamber, consistently advocating for the town's tourism and economic growth. Her influence extended further as a vital member of the Kerry

Hotel Federation, where she tirelessly supported fellow hoteliers. Kay's leadership extended to the national stage, with a tenure as Vice President of the Irish Hotels Federation, ensuring the voices of all Irish hoteliers were heard. Her dedication to these organisations left an indelible mark, and her absence will surely be felt throughout the hospitality sector locally and further afield.

Chamber Co-President Pádraig Treacy said Kay Randles was a wonderful lady and a great businesswoman, and she and her family are renowned through Ireland and in many parts of the world for the excellent service and great hospitality they have provided for over six decades.

“When her husband, Neil, passed away in 1987, Kay was left to run the Dromhall

Hotel and their other business interests, as well as rearing their six children, and those that know the Randles family can see the great job she did,” he said.

His fellow Co-President, Johnny McGuire, remarked: “Like their parents before them, Kay and Neil’s children have contributed so much to Killarney and Kerry. They are enterprising, ambitious and dynamic in their approach and they have certainly made a big difference in this town.”

Brian Lawlor, Group General Manager of the O'Donoghue Ring Collection and Chairman of the IHF Kerry Branch commented, “It is with deep sadness that we mourn the passing of Kay Randles, a remarkable figure in the hospitality industry and a true pioneer in Killarney.

"Kay's vision and dedication throughout the years set a benchmark for excellence in our community and her contributions have left a lasting mark on the industry. I extend my sincerest condolences to the Randles family during this difficult time, especially her children Bernadette, David, Susan, Rosaleen and Tom. Kay’s legacy will continue to inspire us and her memory will be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing her.”

Kay was a devoted mother to her six children: Con (passed 2010), Bernadette, David, Susan, Rosaleen, and Tom, a cherished grandmother to eleven grandchildren, and a great-grandmother to another. While her passing will bring great sadness to the family, her surviving children will no doubt continue to carry and build up their mothers legacy for many more years.

Kay Randles, who passed away peacefully at home yesterday (Thursday).

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Sixteen-year-old organising youth concert fundraiser

Mischa McCarthy, a sixteen-year-old from Killarney, has announce a Summer Youth Concert to raise much-needed funds for Belong To Youth Services.

With an exciting line-up of various different performances planned, Mischa is encouraging everyone, young and old, to come along and support LGBTI+ young people.

This event will feature a variety of different performances such as singing, dancing, poetry and more. The concert is being held at ANAM Arts and Cultural

Centre on the August 20 between 18:30 and 21:30.

Mischa said: “We are really proud to have joined forces with Belong To who support LGBTI+ young people to stay alive and thrive. The entire group of young people have really got behind the planned activities and we have enjoyed working in partnership with Belong To

to help raise funds and spread the news about the fantastic work it is doing.”

CEO of Belong To Youth Service, Moninne Griffith, said, “We rely on our supporters to help us fund our life-saving support services. Without generous supporters and community events, we could not continue to provide vital supports and space for LGBTI+ young people across Ireland. We are so grateful to Mischa for organising this event for us.”

For more information search “Summer Youth Concert - In Support of BelongTo” on Eventbrite.

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Bubbles, Bites and Beats at Café du Parc

This Friday Café du Parc is hosting a special Ladies Day evening alongside champagne partner Tattinger. The sparkling evening promises a post-raceday toast for the senses. Expect champagne flights, bespoke cocktails, worldly-inspired light bites and dishes all set to the backdrop of funky summer beats. Kicking off at 6pm on Friday, July 19, enjoy the fresh flavours of Monkfish Tacos, Gambas Pil-Pil, and Café du Parc Croquettes, paired perfectly with bespoke cocktails such as the ‘Rhubarb Trot’ and ‘Pink Canter.’ Additionally, the full Café du Parc evening menu and drinks’ list will be available to savour. The night will feature a special trio rendition performance from violinist Nicole Lonergan, dynamic percussionist Darragh O’Rourke with backing-beats by DJ Steven Howard, ensuring the celebration continues late into the night.

ANAM arts summer programme

HR Buddy to create 20 jobs with international market expansion

Hr Consultancy firm HR Buddy have announced that they will create 20 jobs over the next 12 months. This follows their highly successful launch of their Employer of Record service at the backend of 2023.

The roles will cater for hybrid and flexible working nationwide and will be in HR, Finance, Payroll, IT and Business Development - based roles.

HR Buddy rebranded from Killarney HR & Payroll in March of 2021. The company provides outsourced HR Consultancy and Payroll coverage to small and medium sized businesses nationwide but has grown exponentially to support larger organisations in Ireland. The firm was originally founded by Managing Director Damien McCarthy in 2017.

Damien said, “Following our successful response to an ever-evolving work environment and in meeting the demand of Business and its people, it is very exciting to step into the international market. HR Buddy was fully equipped to offer all the expertise needed for organisations wishing to place and employ people in Ireland and our Employer of Record service has seen huge growth over 2024 in particular. We have received an incredible response since our EOR service launch and will continue to grow our team in order to meet the demand and continue to provide expert assistance to our now rapidly growing international client base. I am very proud of our existing team in enabling us to expand to compete internationally.”

The firm's main areas of their original service were providing outsourced HR

consultancy support and compliance documentation such as Employment contracts and company staff handbooks, onsite HR placements and Payroll services to employers and HR Departments that required outsourced help. The firm have offices in Killarney, and at The Guinness Enterprise Centre in Dublin.

It is great to see Kerry County Council’s Summer Arts Program underway at the ANAM Arts and Cultural Centre. The ANAM centre was refurbished and officially opened in late 2019 but up to now it appeared to be very much under-utilised. The variety and depth of events planned throughout June, July and August is impressive. From music, dance, acting, storytelling to art and craft workshops, there seems to be something for everyone. Not every kid enjoys sports or team activities, so to have a program of events for our young creative minds is very welcome. For the full list of events check out the arts section on the Kerry County Council Website.

Birds & Circus in town

Eurozone Funfair (also known by us locals as ‘Birds’ or ‘The Bazzaar’) is in full flow and is bringing a fun atmosphere to the town centre. Don’t forget, their Carnival Week starts next Monday, running from July 22 to 27. Gear up for a week packed with family-friendly activities, including the dog show, cake decorating competition, and a vibrant fancy dress competition. Adding to the towns Summer buzz is the arrival of Circus Gerbola that will be dazzling audiences for six nights. Witness breathtaking feats of human agility with flying trapeze artists, high wire walks and the heart-stopping 'globe

Damien McCarthy, Managing Director of HR Buddy.

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Crokes first GAA club to join the Killarney Coffee Cup Project

Dr. Crokes, one of the oldest GAA clubs in Ireland (founded on November 2, 1886 on Railway Rd. Killarney), is leading the way as a forward-thinking community sports organisation by joining The Killarney Coffee Cup Project.

The Killarney Coffee Cup Project is a community-based grass-roots initiative aimed at eliminating single-use coffee cups from Killarney town centre. Their goal is to protect Killarney National Park and the town's surroundings, all in the name of conservation.

Dr. Crokes has designed and created its own reusable coffee cup. They will use these cups for tea and coffee events at the club, such as Saturday academies. The cups will also be available for purchase in the club shop for €6.

"Ar scáth a cheile a mhairimíd (We all live in the shadow of each other)," the Dr. Crokes motto, is emblazoned on the new reusable cup. This sentiment perfectly reflects the club's understanding that we all have a responsibility to appreciate, treasure, conserve, and preserve our town and local environment.

Dr. Crokes is delighted to be affiliated with The Killarney Coffee Cup Project as a result of this shared value.

As a club, Dr. Crokes has been awarded the Gold Standard (the highest accreditation in the GAA's Healthy Club program) and is a leader in the GAA Green Club project, particularly regarding energy conservation and efficiency. The club also enforces No Smoking and No Vaping policies throughout its facilities, promoting a healthier environment for

all by avoiding litter like cigarette butts. The Meitheal Committee meets regularly throughout the year to maintain the club grounds. Their work is especially crucial during the summer months when growth is at its peak and large crowds attend matches during the championship season. Reducing litter around the club is a welcome initiative for everyone.

Commenting on the new reusable coffee cups, Eoin Brosnan, chairperson of Dr. Crokes, says: "Dr. Crokes are delighted to be associated with the Killarney Coffee Cup project. Our Healthy Club committee has made great strides in improving the health and wellbeing of club members, earning a gold standard from Croke Park. The club is always striving to improve our facilities and has recently purchased a coffee dock that will open shortly, enhancing the visitor experience at our Lewis Road grounds. We've also made significant investments in solar panels and installed bike racks to promote sustainable travel. The coffee cup project is one part of our broader efforts to position Dr. Crokes at the forefront of clubs promoting and maintaining sustainability. We believe that simple changes can make a big difference in keeping Killarney a leader amongst towns in this area."

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Muckross welcomes Connemara Ponies

Muckross Traditional Farms welcomes the arrival of two beautiful Connemara Ponies, ‘Cuddles’ (Park Terra Nova) and ‘Maple’ (Foal Park Maple) to the farm.

Staff from Connemara National Park and Muckross Traditional Farms were on hand to introduce the ponies to the wildflower meadow on the farm.

The Connemara pony is a very important heritage breed, native to the Connemara region of Co. Galway. They are prized for their hardiness, agility and gentle temperament. Connemara National Park recognises the importance of preserving the cultural and agricultural heritage of these ponies. Muckross Traditional farm has the perfect conservation habitat for ‘Cuddles’ and Maple’ to enjoy.

Fossa Climate Action Group hosts Lughnasa season Bat Walk

On Thursday, July 25, the Fossa Climate Action Group will host a special event to celebrate the season of Lughnasa, which traditionally begins on August 1st. This event is part of the 'walk and talk' series, held in collaboration with the Killarney National Park Education Team. This season's event will shine a spotlight on one of Ireland's most enigmatic nocturnal mammals: the bat. Ireland is home to nine species of bats, including the common pipistrelle, soprano pipistrelle, Nathusius' pipistrelle, Leisler's bat, brown long-eared bat, Daubenton's bat, whiskered bat, Natterer's bat, and the rare lesser horseshoe bat. Participants will have the unique opportunity to learn about these species and potentially observe or hear them using bat detectors. The event will commence

at 9:30 PM at the old church grounds, opposite Fossa Prince of Peace Church. Attendees are advised to bring a torch or headtorch and wear appropriate footwear for walking. This educational event is free of charge and aims to raise awareness about these fascinating creatures while celebrating the cultural heritage of Lughnasa.

Cuddles (left) and Maple getting used to their new surroundings in the company of Martin Coyne, Foreman, Connemara National Park (left) and Tim Cronin, Farm Hand Muckross Traditional Farms (right). Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

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Monday 22nd July: Carnival Dog Show (All ages)

Tuesday 23rd July: Cake Decorating (All ages)

Wednesday 24th July: Under 12s Childrens Fancy Dress

Thursday 25th July: Under 12s Doll Show

Friday 26th July: Irish dancing display

Saturday 27th July: Art Competition (All Ages)

Children’s Fancy dress and Doll Show are for Children UNDER 12 years

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Killarney native Roisin returns from Oz ready to empower others

Roisin Clifford, born and raised in Killarney, embarked on an adventure in 2018, chasing her passion for the horse racing industry in Sydney.

Immersed in the fast-paced world of racing, she dedicated herself to her work. However, life took an unexpected turn in 2021 when a horse-riding accident left her with a broken back, requiring extensive rehabilitation.

Kíla looking forward to only Kerry festival appearance of 2024

Dublin band Kila has been a leading force in the trad-fusion scene since their inception in 1987.

Their music, which blends traditional Irish sounds with a variety of other genres, has been praised by critics and audiences alike. In just a few weeks’ time, the lively 7-piece band will be rocking it out in Dunloe, Killarney.

The bands music is rooted in traditional Irish tones, but it also incorporates influences from Latin, reggae, rock, classical, funk, jazz, and world music in general. This unique blend of styles has helped Kila to develop a sound that is both innovative and accessible.

The band has released 20 CDs, co-composed music for three Oscar-nominated animated films, and written Emmy-nominated scores. They have performed at jazz, rock, Irish and world music festivals in 35 countries on 5 continents.

Their early work included the EPs Groovin’ (1991) and Handel’s Fantasy (1993), which showcased their unique blend of traditional Irish melodies and contemporary musical styles. Their 1995 album Mind the Gap was the first self-composed album from the Irish traditional genre.

The band’s success continued with their follow-up album Tág É Go Bog É (1997), which brought them to the attention of a wider audience. They have since released a string of critically acclaimed albums, including Lemondade and Buns (2000), Luna Park (2002), Kíla & Oki (2006), Gambler’s Ballet (2007), Soisin (2010), and Suas Sios (2014).

In addition to their studio recordings, Kila has also released three live albums. The band has collaborated with a wide range of artists, including U2, Sinéad

O’Connor, The Dubliners, Shane McGowan, Glen Hansard, Donal Lunny, Mary Black, Zakir Hussain (India), Kaya (Poland), Oki (Japan), and Ronnie Wood (The Rolling Stones).

Speaking ahead of their appearance at this year’s Eats + Beats Festival, band manager, writer and whistle player Rossa Ó Snodaigh says the band is working through a busy couple of weeks. “We recently opened up for Arcade Fire in Malahide Castle, that was a beautiful night. We are heading to Belgium in a few weeks for Dranouter Folk Festival, and then we will be rushing back to Ireland for Eats + Beats. We are really looking forward to get back down to Kerry and sharing the stage with some great musicians. It will be our only Kerry gig this year so we hope lots of people will come out and support the festival", Rossa said.

For those who haven’t seen Kíla play before, what can people expect?

“We write all of our own music, its lively and can also be a bit wild at times, if you’re not looking for a dance then you should probably stay home” Rossa jokes.

Don’t take Rossa’s word for it either. Hot Press Magazine say, “Kíla have torn up the rulebook with their wantonly eclectic mix of styles, Brilliant”. U2 front man Bono commenting on the band said “Somehow you get the feeling they lit the fuse for the big bang.”

Catch Kíla at Eats + Beats Festival on August 4th. For news and updates and tickets head over to www.eatsandbeatskerry.com

It was during this challenging period that Roisin discovered her true calling – health and fitness. The gym became her sanctuary, a place for physical recovery and mental well-being. Witnessing her own transformation through exercise and weight loss ignited a new passion, leading her to become a certified Personal Trainer.

Roisin is now back home and is driven to help others achieve their fitness goals, just as she achieved her own. She offers both in-person and online training, sharing her knowledge and personal journey to motivate and inspire her clients.

“My approach to personal training is deeply rooted in my own experiences,” says Roisin. “I understand the physical and mental challenges of recovery and weight loss. I use this empathy to create personalised fitness programs that work for each client.”

Overcoming a serious injury and transforming her life and career, Roisin’s journey is living proof that setbacks can also become opportunities for growth. If you are interested in starting your fitness journey you can find Roisin at Total Body Fitness on Main Street, Killarney, or connect with via Instagram @roisinclifford.

Kerry Stars Special Olympics Sports Club Swimming coaches Mike and Elizabeth O'Connell receiving a hamper from the Kerry Volunteering Centre.

Cathaoirleach honours first-ever County Council members from 1899

The Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Breandán Fitzgerald, has unveiled a commemorative plaque at County Buildings in Tralee to honour the first elected members of Kerry County Council who were elected to the local authority in 1899.

This year marks 125 years of local government in Ireland and the establishment of county councils under the Local Government Act of 1898. The first election to Kerry County Council took place on 6 April 1899 and the first meeting of the new local authority took place in the Grand Jury Room at Tralee Courthouse on 22 April.

The first members of Kerry County Council included those directly elected from 22 electoral divisions as well as the chairpersons of the six Rural District Councils, three members of the Grand Jury, and two co-options. The first chairperson of Kerry County Council was St. John Donovan from Seafield, The Spa, Tralee, who was High Sheriff of Kerry and a member of Tralee Urban District Council.

There were some notable figures among those elected or co-opted to the new Council including Lord Ventry from Dingle, Lord Castlerosse from Killarney, and Arthur Blennerhassett of Ballyseedy Castle, as well as MJ Flavin from Tralee, who was MP for Kerry between 1900 and 1918. Another of the members, James Baily, who represented Tralee and who died shortly after the election, is a rela-

tive of a member of the current council, Angie Baily.

“This year marks 125 years of local government in Ireland and the establishment of county councils under the Local Government Act of 1898,” said Cllr Fitzgerald. “This was a transformative moment in Irish local government and in Irish democracy and ensured that, for the first time, local elected assemblies were established to administer services in counties and on a county basis.

“Though much has changed in local government in 125 years, many things have endured and survived that time. Kerry County Council continues to be the local democratically elected forum in which the concerns of the citizens of the county can be expressed, debated, and resolved.

“Public service remains at the heart of what we, do today, as elected members, as it was for those who took their seats on the first Council back in April 1899. We remain dedicated to public service, to bettering our county for all our citizens and to promoting and sustaining local democracy for the benefit of everyone in the county,” said Cllr Fitzgerald.

A commemorative plaque was unveiled by Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Breandán Fitzgerald at County Buildings this week to honour the first elected members of Kerry County Council. Pictured from left: Christy O’Connor (Director of Corporate Services), Cllr Paul Daly, Cllr Robert Brosnan, Cllr Anna O’Sullivan, Cllr Anne O’Sullivan, Cllr Liam Speedy Nolan, Angela McAllen (Deputy Chief Executive), Cllr Norma Moriarty, Cllr Breandán Fitzgerald, Cllr Angie Baily, Cllr Podge Foley, Cllr Niall O’Callaghan, Owen O’Shea (Communications Officer).

Photo: Pauline Dennigan

Spa golf classic a resounding success

The Spa Golf Classic, held at the picturesque Beaufort Golf Course, was a resounding success! The event, which took place last weekend saw 55 teams compete for top honors.

The winning team, comprised of Tim Healy, John Rice, Donal Brosnan, and Sean Brosnan, emerged victorious after a day of friendly competition. The team from Killarney Medical, consisting of Michael Paul Doherty, Tom Doherty, Paul O’Sullivan, and Elaine O’Sullivan, finished a close second.

Rounding out the top spots were the teams from All Ireland Golf Challenge (3rd place), Scott’s Hotel (4th place), and SuperValu (5th place).

In addition to the team competition, there were also prizes for nearest the pin, which were won by Paddy Casey and Derek O’Brien.

Anne Holland on behalf of Spa GAA Club said, “We would like to express our sincere gratitude The Courtney, Stack, and O’Donoghue families of Killarney Oils, Tricel, and The Killarney Oaks, Killarney Credit Union, FBD, James O’Brien and Patrick McSweeney, Denis Casey, San Francisco, Muckross Cottage, Donal Hickey and Sheahan’s Centra Muckross Rd, without the sponsors generous contributions our golf classic would not have been the success it was”.

"We would also like to thank committee members John Kelliher, Seanie Kelliher, Kieran Herlihy, Andrew Garnett, Peggy O’Donoghue, Eileen Magee, Paddy Casey, Tim Regan, Billy Morris, Gene Cronin, Peter Wickham, and Donal Hickey for their hard work in organising the event, we look forward to hosting another successful event next year," Anne Holland added.

Students from Killarney Community College gather at Killarney Racecourse before travelling to the Ballyroe Heights Hotel to enjoy their Debs on Thursday evening. Left to right, Amy Healy, Matthew Daly, John Teahan, Aoibhinn McCrank, Rhea O'Sullivan & Eoin Carroll. Picture Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan.

'More Precious Than Gold' book launch

At the official book launch of ‘More Precious Than Gold: My enduring connection with John McShain - the man who built Washington’ by Alice O'Neill-McLoughlin at Killarney House, was Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Electoral Reform, Malcolm Noonan, T.D.

Alice was born the eldest of eleven children into an Irish farming family in Rosbercon, New Ross, County Wexford. In 1978, she was awarded a scholarship from John McShain- the iconic builder, philanthropist, devout Catholic with Derry ancestry, responsible for many famous American landmarks, including the Jefferson Memorial and the Pentagon. Her book records the lifelong personal correspondence Alice exchanged with 'The Man Who Built Washington.' His philanthropy extended to the Irish people in the bequeathing to the State of Killarney House and the surrounding thousands of acres incorporating the Lakes, Ross Castle, and Innisfallen Island. In 2019, Alice

had the honour of inducting John McShain into the Irish America Hall of Fame in her home town of New Ross in the presence of his relatives from Philadelphia and Derry. This is a tale of altruism, of gratitude, of faith and of a life lived in the pursuit of excellence.

Alice also donated her treasured correspondence of letters from John McShain for the archive at Killarney House. Also in attendance were Members of the Ignatius A. O'Shaughnessy family, who was founder of The Globe Oil and Refining Company - and part of a consortium of wealthy American businessmen who were going to purchase the lakes of Killarney as a Country Club in the 1950's.

Valuable role of Kerry cancer support charity recognised nationally

Cancer support charity Recovery Haven Kerry has been recognised for its vital role in supporting cancer patients and their families at a national ceremony in Dublin.

The renowned cancer support house was one of 16 such centres across Ireland that were presented with plaques to acknowledge their full membership of the National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP) Alliance – a group made up of voluntary and charity organisations delivering support services directly to cancer patients and their families. An additional 10 associate member charities were also honoured, including Kerry Cancer Support Group. The Alliance advocates for, and supports, the development of integrated pathways between the cancer centres, acute hospitals, community cancer support services and primary care services. All members’ development is in line with the values of Sláintecare, seeking to provide assurance to healthcare professionals that these organisations are working to an agreed standard as set out in Best Practice Guidance published by the NCCP. Speaking after the ceremony, which was held at Dublin’s Farmleigh Estate,

Recovery Haven Kerry Chairman, Tim McSwiney, explained that being compliant with the Best Practice Guidance for Community Cancer Support Centres is a true mark of quality.

“It offers us a yardstick to measure what we are doing against the standards required. As a result, healthcare professionals have more confidence in referring people to our services. We are very proud to be a member of the Alliance,” he said. Recovery Haven Kerry was represented at the event by centre manager, Gemma Fort and Client Services Co-Ordinator, Siobhan MacSweeney and were presented with their plaque by NCCP Lead for Cancer Survivorship, Louise Mullen, Clinical Lead for Psycho-Oncology Dr Helen Greally, and Minister of State at the Department of Health, Colm Burke. The event was also used as an opportunity to announce funding of €3m for the NCCP’s Alliance of Community Cancer Support Centres and Services through Budget 2024. The NCCP is currently in the process of distributing these funds which will directly and positively impact the delivery of services for patients and families nationally.

Friends and colleauges of out-going Chamber executive Bridget O’Keeffe at the International Hotel for a farewell lunch. Back Row L to R : Mike Stack, Pat O’Leary, Pat Chawke, Diarmuid Leen. Front Row L to R : Johnny McGuire, Claire Tagney, Bridget O’Keeffe, Padraig Treacy, Kate O’Shea

Pictured at Farmleigh Estate were (l-r) NCCP Lead for Cancer Survivorship, Louise Mullen; Minister of State at the Department of Health, Colm Burke; Recovery Haven Kerry manager, Gemma Fort and Client Services Co-Ordinator, Siobhan MacSweeney with NCCP Clinical Lead for Psycho-Oncology Dr Helen Greally.

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Over the last few weeks my daughter completed her Leaving Cert, attended her Debs and chose a path on paper for her future.

It reminded me of how we had to start somewhere. Perhaps a more difficult path in today's world, than that of previous retiree interviews. Who knows? Inquisitive minds become saturated with information and obligations all of a sudden, and time becomes scarce, knee -jerked into the run-ragged, fast-paced schedules of this world’s typical 'adult life'. The human mind is a delicate thing and it's important to look after it.

My first time in Hilliard House, which backs Mangerton View on the grounds of Penney's car park. I had the pleasure of catching up with David McSweeney, from Killarney, who holds a BSc in Counselling & Psychotherapy from Cork Counselling Services and Training Institute as well as B.A. (Hons) in Psychology & Sociology attained through University College Cork. He has gained valuable experience working within community-based counselling organisations providing face-to-face, telephone and online counselling/psychotherapy to a wide range of clients from diverse backgrounds. “I am based here in Hilliard House for my private clients but I work with a number of services throughout Kerry. I work with Coolmine, which specialises in supporting people impacted by drugs and alcohol throughout Kerry. I am also based in Listowel, specialising in gambling addiction. 'My Mind' offers an online service where I speak with clients all over the country. I also work with Move Ireland in Tralee, working with families affected by domestic violence,” David explained. “When clients contact me through my website,enquiring about counselling, I typically offer a free 10/15 minute consultation before an initial appointment takes place. The reason I do this, is because I believe it is hugely important to make a connection and to 'fit' with your counsellor. It’s also important to feel at ease, build trust and feel safe” David continued.

“David, can I ask you what made you

Marie Meets

Well-known and much loved photographer Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan chats to locals about their news, views and accomplishments in her monthly column ‘Marie Meets’.

A catch-up with local Counsellor David Sweeney

chose the path of counselling?” I asked.

“When I was younger, I wanted to study computing and technology. However when I visited my career guidance counsellor in school, I shared a personal story with him for the first time, and felt instantly relieved and understood. The support this teacher gave me inspired me and I thought to myself, imagine if I could do that for others as a profession? Some years later, I heard he was in the process of retraining himself as a counsellor and is now a practising counsellor up the country. How fortunate I was. A friend of my late mother subsequently advised me what the best route was to train as a counsellor, which led me to the doorsteps of Cork Counselling Centre,”

David explained. I thought to myself how sometimes I need to switch off from my thoughts but how does a counsellor do that for himself? “The training plays a huge roll in that. As a counsellor, we are required to attend monthly supervision also. The training was difficult. It was an ‘experiential style’ training course, meaning learning through doing and seeing. The counselling training was much different to my time in UCC, there wasn’t a lecture hall with PowerPoint presentation, it was simply 20 chairs sat in a circle and 20 boxes of tissues in a group, which was facilitated by 2 professional counsellors. On day one, I felt like running back out the door, only that my wife

had dropped me off, and I had no drive home. So I had no choice but to stay, but I’m glad I did. I also rely on the support of friends and family and hobbies. My wife, Kayleigh, also has a demanding job as a child psychologist, but we’re pretty good at checking in with each other at the end of the day.

“I’m a general humanistic counsellor by training but my interest in addiction has drawn me towards working largely in this area. The Minnesota Model is an approach to coping through meetings: e.g. AA, NA, GA meetings, focusing on a 12- step model, which can be of huge benefit for many, but I am a firm believer that at the root of addiction is often trauma, and like a medical illness, the healing is a cure at source, not just treating the symptoms. A counsellor can know every theory and intervention in the world but it's the therapeutic alliance where the healing can take place for people, which is why my best advice would be to shop around. There are many counsellors out there but like a pair of shoes, you need to find the right fit.

"The stigma of being 'abnormal' or 'broken' is thankfully becoming a thing of the past. There’s no doubt that talking to someone in a confidential safe can be hugely helpful. The hardest part can be picking up the phone and asking for help, but I’d encourage people to take the leap, and give it a go ” David added. Thankfully today, I didn't need the tissues for my chat and snap with David, but I know the path to Hilliard House is always open when I do. If we make ourselves a priority once in a while, it's not selfish, it's necessary. Taking care of your wellbeing doesn't mean 'me first', it simply means 'me too'! If you are thinking about exploring counselling you can reach David through his website www.dmcsweeneycounselling.com

Kerry County Council’s

Arts Office and Cill Rialaig

Residency Award 2024

This Kerry County Council-sponsored 2-Week Residency at the nationally and internationally acclaimed Cill Rialaig artist retreat in Ballinskelligs, will allow two Kerry based visual artists 2 weeks' accommodation in Cill Rialaig.

Each artist will be awarded a 2-week residency in their own individual cottage studio on the spectacular Bolus Head rent free, with utilities paid by the Arts Office at Kerry County Council.

The Cill Rialaig Project, founded by Dr. Noelle Campbell Sharp, is a voluntary body (a company limited by guarantee) whose main aim is to develop and maintain a retreat for artists and writers from Ireland and abroad. It involved the rescue and redevelopment of the pre-famine village of Cill Rialaig as a retreat for artists, poets, writers, film makers and composers. Seven studios, a meeting house and library and a utility house have been completed at the village.

More than 5000 well known Irish and international artists have had residencies here- most often followed by successful exhibitions in their towns, cities and countries.

Applications are limited to visual artists with a connection to the County – either from or living in Kerry. Entries should include an artist statement and CV along with images of no more than three examples of current and past work.

All entries should be submitted by via email arts@kerrycoco.ie or if necessary via post to Arts Office, Kerry County Council, County Buildings, Rathass, Tralee, Co. Kerry. Deadline for submissions is 1pm Thursday 4 July 2024.

Killarney Triathlon Club's Open Water Swim on the lake

On Tuesday evening last, members of the Killarney Triathlon Club took part in a breathtaking open water swim, starting from Dundag Beach and spanning the middle lake to a nearby island. Covering a distance of approximately 1.5 kilometers, the event saw all participants return safely, basking in a well-deserved sense of accomplishment.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Killarney National Park, swimmers enjoyed views of woodlands, mountains, and Muckross House. Safety was paramount during the swim, as it is in all the club's events. Essential precautions included the use of tow floats, safety kayakers, and safety boats, ensuring the well-being of all participants.

"Our club is incredibly fortunate to be surrounded by such a beautiful environ-

ment," said Caitriona Shanahan, PRO of Killarney Triathlon Club. "The views during our swims are truly spectacular, and the safety measures we implement help everyone feel secure and enjoy the experience."

Killarney Triathlon Club offers numerous benefits to athletes of all levels. These include structured training programs, expert coaching, group workouts and more.

"We welcome all levels and abilities. Joining our club not only improves physical fitness but also offers great fun and the added benefits of stress relief from sea swimming. There truly is nothing like the calming effect of a group swim in the sea." Caitriona added. For those interested in joining the Killarney Triathlon Club, more information can be found on their social media platforms and their website, Killarneytri. com.

KILLARNEY FAITH CAMP which ran in St. Oliver’s NS last week. Over 110 children attend the fun, vibrant camp which was led by volunteers who kindly gave up their time to help out with activities that included music, drama, sports, games, and arts and crafts.Reflecting on the week Killarney woman Caoimhe Lynch said, “It’s always a fabulous week. We have an amazing core team of organisers, and some brilliant volunteers that create such a fun and welcoming camp for all the children. This is our fourth faith camp, and each year it gets bigger and better! Every child leaves each day with a big smile on their face, and that’s what it’s all about! We looking forward to next year’s camp already!!!”

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Nataliia, makeup artist of Lovely Beauty Suite. Rita Krater and Kit Dawson relaxing in the park

Killian Treacy, owner of Luna Café

Kevin O'Sullivan

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Saoirse Casey and Amy Fleming walking in Killarney National Park

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Dr Crokes and Legion unite to celebrate Rheanne and Brian

Rheanne, the daughter of Patricia and Sean O'Shea from Groyne, Aghadoe and Brian, son of Sean and the late Mary Kelly of Tangerine House, Hilliards Lane, tied the knot on July 6 in Killarney.

The couple were married by Fr. Tom Looney and Fr. Paddy O'Donoghue at St. Mary's Cathedral Killarney. The bridal party was made up Rheanne's two sisters Tara (Maid of Honour) and Lyselle, her sister-in-law Rosie Kelly and her close friend Aisling Brennan. Brian's groomsmen were his brother William and his close friends James O'Donoghue, Jonathan Lyne and Sean O'Leary (Best Man).

On the wedding day, Rheanne, and Brian united the town's rival clubs. Dr. Crokes and Killarney Legion, as over 300 guests joined the sporting pair in celebration.

Rheanne a primary school teacher, and Brian, a procurement manager, met back in 2012 during their college days in UCC. The pair got engaged on the 15th of April 2022 when Brian popped the question under the Brooklyn bridge in the Dumbo area of New York City. The wedding reception was held at the

beautiful Great Southern Hotel and it was an evening filled with fun, food and laughter. The guests were amazed by the trickery of magician Jamie Skelton and entertained by band Truly Diverse. The crowd danced long into the night to famous Dj Niall 'Botty' O'Callaghan, who was as witty as ever on the microphone. The stunning cake was created by Laura and Dan in Bake Killarney. Photos and

footage of the special day were captured by Adrian O'Neill, Jackie Cahill and Lucas Machowski. When not standing for photo's himself, Brian's father and renowned photographer Sean Kelly, also captured some amazing photographs of the day. Both fathers of the bride and groom gave fantastic speeches and Brian spoke poignantly about his late mother Mary who he was incredibly close to and who

passed away only three weeks after the pair got engaged.

The party continued the following day in the outback at the Golden Nugget where guests enjoyed a delicious BBQ in the sunshine.

Rheanne reflected on the wedding as "the best week of her life". She said "it was amazing to witness all the months of preparation coming together and seeing all those close to us enjoying themselves so much. Even the Crokes and Legion got on together!"

The pair are to honeymoon next Christmas travelling to South America, where they plan to visit Colombia, Peru, Argentina and Brazil.

Clubmates from the Killarney Legion and Dr Crokes recieve the happy couple after the mass celebration at St Mary's Cathedral.

Great crowds turn out for July Festival

Monday set the tone with an influx of eager locals and visitors, creating quite a buzz at Killarney Racecourse.

Father and son Aidan and Joseph O’Brien were rewarded for the trip to Killarney, training four of the seven winners on the card for their independent training establishments. Another family affair also graced the winners’ enclosure when jockey Andrew Slattery rode Independent Expert to victory for his Father Andy Slattery Snr, who trained the winner of the Torc Mountain Handicap.

Tuesday was a good evening for the punters with five of the seven races won by favourites, leaving the bookmakers licking their wounds. There was a good spread of winners from all the top yards represented and a double on the card for Meath trainer Gordon Elliott who saddled the last two winners on the card.

Wednesday featured a lively family day programme that all the kids enjoyed,

with face painting, games and a colouring competition. Adding to the fun, a visit from eight Roses from the International Rose of Tralee festival attending with their escorts to soak up the excitement of the festival. Jockey Wayne Lordan and trainer Aidan O’Brien enjoyed a double on the card, including the Cairn Rouge Stakes of €50,000 in which Greenfinch galloped her rivals into submission to land the listed contest.

At the time of print, the excitement increases with National Hunt Racing taking over for the final days of the festival and the Lee Strand Best Dressed fashion event taking place on Friday.

For more news, picture and updates on racing festivals at Killarney Races visit killarneyraces.ie

Elaine’s Testimonial

On Friday, April 12th, 2024, at the launch of the new skin treatment Thermage FLX at Susan Crean Dental & Facial Aesthetics, Denny Street, Tralee, I had the pleasure of experiencing this fantastic skin-tightening treatment on my face and neck. Before I even go into the treatment itself, I have to say Susan and her team were absolutely lovely throughout! Personally, I'm not ready for Botox or fillers, but a treatment that can tighten skin and improve complexion without needles or downtime? I jumped at the chance.

The treatment for my face and neck took roughly an hour. A cooling gel was applied to make the process more comfortable, and the heat was adjustable to my tolerance level. For optimal results, the hotter you can handle it, the better

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As we age, our natural collagen production slows drastically, leading to sagging skin, wrinkles, and fine lines. Thermage FLX addresses these signs of aging by smoothing and sculpting the skin around the eyes, cheeks, jawline, and even the stomach and legs.

Non-invasive anti-aging treatments typically use Radio Frequency (RF) to penetrate the skin's layers. However, Thermage FLX uses Monopolar Radio Frequency (MRF), which penetrates much deeper than standard RF, making it effective for both the face and body. MRF waves deliver heat energy designed for tissue remodeling and stimulate the production of elastin and new collagen.

Unlike invasive procedures that target the skin's superficial layers, Thermage FLX's heat treatment works mainly on

the deeper dermis layer without affecting the upper epidermis. The heat promotes contraction of underlying tissues, causing soft tissues at the dermis level to compress, realign, and produce new collagen. The Thermage FLX cooling tip vibrates and cools the skin's surface, enhancing comfort during the treatment.

With new collagen forming at the deepest skin level, further MRF wave exposure sculpts and tightens these tissues, reducing crepey laxity and creating a more youthful, elastic surface. After a single Thermage FLX treatment, skin becomes smoother and tighter. The benefits don't stop there; the treatment continues to work from within, prompting secondary healing responses that remodel collagen and produce ongoing improvements to the skin's surface. Thermage FLX offers numerous benefits. The treatment takes only 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the area treated, delivering outstanding results for most patients. It's a short, comfortable procedure that provides immediate visible skin tightening results, which improve over time. There's no downtime, allowing you to resume your daily activities right after treatment. Thermage FLX effectively treats wrinkles and loose skin on the face, around the eyes, and on the body.

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Immediately after the treatment, I noticed a difference in the tightness of my jawline and eyes, and my skin appeared smoother. Over the next two months, I could feel my skin tightening and warming slightly as the treatment continued to work on the collagen in deeper skin layers. My skin regained moisture, a youthful glow, and it felt like years were taken off my complexion. Plus, the treatment will continue to work for several more months.

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Doherty not letting up on Insurance costs

Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin spokesperson on Finance, has called on car insurers to demonstrate that they are passing on the benefits of reduced claims costs to motorists.

Doherty emphasised the need for transparency and accountability within the insurance industry. "Motorists deserve to see the benefits of reduced claims costs reflected in their premiums. It is not enough for insurers to merely state that they are reducing prices; they must

provide clear evidence to back up these claims," he said in a statement on Tuesday.

The call follows a report by the Central Bank, which highlighted a significant drop in the number of car insurance claims over the past three years. Despite this decline, many drivers have reported little to no reduction in their insurance premiums, prompting questions about the fairness of pricing practices within the industry.

"While the reduction in claims costs should naturally lead to lower premi-

ums, we have not seen a corresponding decrease in the cost of insurance for many motorists. This discrepancy needs to be addressed urgently," Doherty added.

Industry representatives have responded by asserting that the market is competitive and that prices are influenced by a range of factors beyond claims costs, such as regulatory changes and operational expenses. However, Doherty remains unconvinced, arguing that these explanations do not justify the lack of substantial premium reductions.

King delivers speech outlining Labour priorities

King Charles III addressed the UK Parliament this week in the traditional state opening ceremony. The King's Speech, written by the Prime Minister's office, outlined the new Labour government's legislative agenda for the upcoming session.

The speech prioritised economic stability and growth, with plans for bills aimed at bolstering business investment and job creation. Additionally, the King highlighted infrastructure projects as a key area, mentioning an "Industrial Strategy Council" and focus on housing and transportation networks.

The speech also signalled the UK government's commitment to social justice. It mentioned an "Employment Rights Bill" designed to protect workers and a focus on raising living standards across the country. Sustainability wasn't neglected either, with the King mentioning investments in green technologies and "Great British Energy," likely a new initiative focused on renewable energy.

Southern Europe heatwave

Southern Europe continues to grapple with a scorching heatwave this week, with temperatures in Greece expected to soar above 43 degrees Celsius in the coming days.

The relentless heat has sparked wildfires, strained resources, and prompted health warnings across the region. The heatwave isn't just plaguing Greece. Balkan countries like Serbia, Croatia, and Bosnia are also experiencing their second week of scorching tempera-

tures, with some areas registering highs around 40 degrees Celsius for six days straight. The extreme heat has even caused a lake in Serbia to dry up for the first time, highlighting the severity of the situation. The Greek Ministry of Culture has ordered the closure of the Acropolis, a world-famous landmark, during the hottest part of the day to protect visitors from heatstroke. Heat advisories have been issued across the region, urging people to stay hydrated, avoid strenuous activity during peak

heat hours, and check on vulnerable individuals.

No such worries in Ireland this weekend. Met Éireann forcasts Saturday morning will be wet, with rain in most areas gradually clearing eastwards through the afternoon and evening, with sunny spells and a few showers following. Sunday will start off mainly dry. However, rain will develop in the west during the morning and then spread eastwards to all areas through the afternoon and evening.

Researchers link Twitter (X) use to increased loneliness and boredom

Researchers at the University of Toronto have published groundbreaking findings in the journal Communications Psychology, revealing that logging on to Twitter may exacerbate feelings of loneliness and boredom. This study adds to the growing body of evidence highlighting the psychological impact of social media use.

The research team, led by Dr. Emily Chen, conducted an extensive study involving over 2,000 participants across various age groups and demographics. The participants were monitored over a six-month period, with their Twitter usage and psychological well-being regularly assessed through surveys and psychological evaluations.

"Our findings suggest a significant correlation between frequent Twitter use and increased feelings of loneliness and boredom," said Dr. Chen. "While social media platforms like Twitter are often touted as tools for connection and engagement, our study indicates that they may, in fact, contribute to a sense of social isolation for many users."

The study identified several factors contributing to this phenomenon. One major factor is the nature of interactions on Twitter, which often lack the depth and emotional richness of faceto-face communication. Additionally, the platform's emphasis on brevity and instant feedback can lead to superficial exchanges that fail to provide genuine social support.

John Biden tests positive for COVID-19

President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, the White House announced on Thursday. The 81-year-old president, who is fully vaccinated and has received multiple booster shots, is experiencing mild symptoms and is isolating in accordance with CDC guidelines.

"President Biden is experiencing mild symptoms and is taking Paxlovid, an antiviral medication," said Dr. Kevin O’Connor, the President’s physician. "He is in good spirits and continues to carry out his duties from isolation."

This development has intensified discussions about Biden's health and fitness for a second term as he prepares for a re-election campaign in 2024. Already the oldest president in U.S. history, Biden's health has been a topic of scrutiny, with opponents and some allies expressing concerns about his age and stamina for another presidential race.

The White House has been quick to address these concerns, emphasising that Biden remains capable of performing his presidential duties despite the illness.

Another contributing factor is the tendency for users to compare themselves to others. "On Twitter, users are constantly exposed to curated content showcasing others' successes and highlights," Dr. Chen explained. "This can lead to unfavourable social comparisons, fostering feelings of inadequacy and loneliness."

The researchers also found that Twitter's algorithm, designed to maximize user engagement, often amplifies negative emotions. "Content that evokes strong emotional responses, such as outrage or anxiety, tends to be promoted by the algorithm," said co-author Dr. Mark Turner. "This can create a cycle of negative emotional reinforcement, exacerbating feelings of boredom and loneliness."

These findings have significant implications for public health, particularly in the context of the ongoing mental health crisis. The researchers advocate for a more mindful approach to social media use and encourage platforms to consider the psychological impact of their design choices.

"We're not suggesting that people abandon social media altogether," Dr. Chen clarified. "However, it's crucial for users to be aware of how these platforms can affect their mental health and to take steps to mitigate these effects, such as limiting time spent on social media and seeking more meaningful offline interactions."

Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre reiterated the administration's stance that age is just a number, pointing to Biden's busy schedule and his active engagement in both domestic and international affairs.

"President Biden is fully able to execute the responsibilities of his office," JeanPierre said. "He has shown remarkable resilience and determination throughout his career, and this instance is no different."

However, the President’s COVID-19 diag-

nosis comes at a particularly challenging time. The administration is navigating complex issues such as the ongoing war in Ukraine, inflation, and climate change initiatives, all of which require steadfast leadership. Additionally, Biden's polling numbers have seen fluctuations, with recent surveys indicating mixed public opinion about his handling of key issues. Political analysts suggest that Biden’s health scare could influence the Democratic Party's strategy moving forward. Some believe that if Biden's condition worsens or if he has prolonged recovery issues, it might prompt discussions about alternative candidates for the 2024 race. Names like Vice President Kamala Harris, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, and California Governor Gavin Newsom have been floated as potential contenders should Biden choose not to run.

Threats of poo protest

As the City of Light gears up for the 2024 Summer Olympics, an unexpected and pungent threat looms over the preparations.

Parisians have vowed to defecate in the River Seine in protest at ongoing local issues. The French are well-known for their civil disobedience, but this peculiar form of protest highlights growing discontent among residents, who feel their concerns are being overshadowed by the global spectacle.

The threat emerged from a grassroots movement that has garnered significant attention on social media. Organizers argue that the city's focus on Olympic preparations has diverted resources and attention away from pressing local issues such as housing, public services, and environmental concerns. "We love our city and want the world to enjoy the

in Paris

Olympics, but not at the expense of our daily lives and well-being," said one protest leader.

The Seine, a historic and iconic river flowing through the heart of Paris, is central to the city's charm and identity. However, it has also been the focal point of various environmental campaigns due to pollution. The threat to defecate in the river is a provocative statement aimed at drawing immediate attention to the protesters' grievances. City officials have expressed concern over the potential health and environmental impacts of such an act. "The Seine is not just a symbol of Paris but a living ecosystem," stated a spokesperson for the Parisian municipal government. "We urge protesters to consider the long-term damage this could cause to both the river and the city's reputation."

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Denise, Ruby, Ryan and Martin relaxing in Muckross House

Anne and Declan Nolan from Co. Clare

Sofia Van De Weuen

Dara and Bridget

Yeva waiting for coffee

Donal O'Sullivan and Rocky Kevin and Callum Murphy Denise and Karl Nag

With school holidays in full swing, and school holiday hunger a worrying factor for many Irish families, Tesco Ireland is turning its attention to helping Family Resource Centres, which support families with much-needed household essentials, and preventing children from going hungry this summer.

To give a helping hand to children and families outside of the school term, Tesco has created the Stronger Starts Summer Food Collection in partnership with a network of Family Resource Centres to ensure local communities are supported. The Family Resource Centres (FRCs) participating in Kerry are Ballyspillane Community & FRC and BUDS Family Resource Centre.

Customers, if they “have a little spare they can share”, are kindly asked to purchase one extra non-perishable food item and donate it to the Food Collection trolley in 115 stores nationwide until September 8, to support families and neighbours in their local community. The Irish Health Behaviour in Schoolaged Children (HBSC)* index suggests that one-fifth of children in Ireland have gone to bed hungry because of a lack of available food. In a recent sur-

Tesco helps to fight School Holiday Hunger in Kerry

vey with a sample of Family Resource Centres around the country, all (100%) respondents said they see an increased need for food supports during the summer months and the majority (77%) said there are children within their communities who do not have access to three meals a day.

Fergal Landy, Family Resource Centre National Forum CEO, said: “Food supports, among our many outreach activi-

Honouring the Kerry women of the revolutionary period

Kerry County Council is to invite expressions of interest next week for the commissioning and development of a commemorative and artistic piece which will honour the role played by women in Kerry during the revolutionary period between 1912 and 1923.

The project follows a joint motion by the five female members of Kerry County Council who called for the development and commissioning of a meaningful and

lasting commemorative piece which would reflect the significant and diverse roles and activities of women and their involvement in the campaign for Irish Independence at the beginning of the twentieth century.

A Working Group, including the five female councillors, has been developing a design brief, and the Council intends to publish a detailed brief for the memorial next week and expressions of interest will be invited.

ties, play a crucial role in addressing food poverty in local communities. During the summer months, we see an increased need for food supports across the board, which is why we are delighted that Tesco has launched this initiative. We hope that the public will support the Stronger Starts Summer Food Collection by donating a non-perishable food item at the end of their weekly shop. The food support element of the FRC is not just about

distributing food; it's about adopting a community development approach to challenging the underlying structures causing poverty and inequality to create lasting social change impacting on the lives of families and communities facing food insecurity.

Rosemary Garth, Tesco Ireland Communications Director, said: “We are calling on customers to simply pop one additional non-perishable food item into their basket and place it into the dedicated donation trolleys at the front of 115 stores nationwide, each week until September 8. A small gesture like this will go a long way in supporting Family Resource Centres across the country and the fantastic work they do.

We are extremely proud that our Stronger Starts schools programme has doubled its reach this year and now provides 5,400 children across the country with free, fresh food packs, but we want to go further and ensure that communities are supported throughout the summer months.”

Tesco’s Stronger Starts Summer Food Collection open until September 8.

Danny Healy-Rae welcomes decision to push back changes for cataract payments

The Health Service Executive has deferred a move to cut the price it reimburses people for cataract treatments in the European Union and in Northern Ireland, under its overseas treatment schemes and a separate system for the North.

The prices were due to change from the start of this month, but the HSE has pushed the date back so that no one is disadvantaged, and to fully communicate with patients, treatment consultants and providers, cost changes will not come into effect until September 1.

The payments for less complex eye treatments were due to fall from €1,912 to €863 or the National Health Service equivalent of £766 in Northern Ireland.

The most common cataract procedure payments were due to reduce from €1,456 to €1,171.

The HSE said that the vast majority of procedures fall into this new payment price. It said that the more complex glaucoma/cataract treatment payments will rise from €1,912 to €4,206.

Danny Healy Rae welcomed the news saying, "Following my representations

and raising of this matter in the Dáil, I am glad that the HSE have agreed that they will continue to reimburse the higher rates for cataract procedure for those carried out up to the end of August 2024.

"I am advising anyone who needs to have their cataracts removed to do so now before the change to reimbursement amounts comes in."

All cataract treatment carried out in Belfast after the 1st September 2024 will be subject to the new DRG rates.

Teresa RANDLES is a former Head of Human Resources and now works as a Career Coach and Career Planning Strategist.

Career Q&A

Thank you to everyone who submitted a question over the weekend. I have been kept busy. I will try and deal with as many as I can here – but if you have a particular burning question, you would like answered, please contact me directly.

I have been invited to a first stage job interview; the salary is described as ‘market rate’. Should I ask what the salary is?

Yes, you should. Market rate might mean a particular figure or salary band to you and something entirely different to the potential employer. If you attend for interview and discover that your concept of ‘market rate’ salary for your skills and experience is €30,000 more than the potential employer … then it’s been a waste of everyone’s time.

I have gaps in my CV – well I have 3 gaps of about 6 months each. I wasn’t working, I just took time out. Instead of leaving a gap should I just make sometime up to cover the time?

No! You must never misrepresent yourself on your CV. I think it’s fine to have a gap on your CV BUT it’s important to give it some context – so if you took 6 months out between roles – it may have been to take some time out

after a big project or intense piece of work. It’s fine to say that. How do I answer the question ‘what is your greatest weakness’?

A question I am asked quite a lot! When asked about ‘greatest weakness’ I always say identify something that you have mitigated by training. So, for example, take presentation skills – you could say ‘I wasn’t particularly confident standing up and making a presentation’ BUT I have done some 1 2 1 training and I can present much more confidently now.

What is the difference between hard and soft skills?

Hard skills are the technical skills required for the job (eg computer, finance, etc). They are generally skills that can be learned. Soft skills are the abilities you possess that improve your work and how you interact with other people in the workplace. They can include communication, teamwork, adaptability, flexibility, emotional intelligence, empathy.

If you have any questions on this or any other career related issue, please don’t hesitate to contact me on teresa@meetyourcareercoach or 085 169 3541 or follow me on Instagram and Facebook @meetyourcareercoach

Congratulations to Rob and all the crew at Guild Hall. Opened last July, they hit their one year anniversary and would like to thank the community for all the support over the last twelve months. Describing their store as “The local shop for all things nerdy, Warhammer, Board Games, Trading Cards and Collectibles, business owner Robert O'Neill said, “We are delighted to be celebrating our one year anniversary and would like to thank the community for all the support over the last twelve months. The Guild Hall is a welcoming space that caters to both beginners and seasoned veterans in the gaming world for card games, boardgames and miniature tabletop games. We look forward to the months ahead and building a bigger local community.”

Fashion designer Don O’Neill named KIA brand ambassador

International fashion designer Don O’Neill and his husband Pascal Guillermie have been named as brand ambassadors for McElligott’s KIA.

O’Neill was recently appointed to the Board of Directors at The Design and Crafts Council of Ireland

“This role, and the roles they both support with so many charitable organisations keep them incredibly busy and

reducing their carbon footprint was foremost in their minds” said McElligott’s Garage.

“ In keeping with the values of cutting-edge design and sustainability this will be a superb partnership and we can’t wait to see how seamless their journey to full Electric Vehicle goes. We wish them both many kilometres of safe and enjoyable motoring in their new Kia E Niro.”

FINANCESECTION

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ADVISOR DIRECTORY FOR KILLARNEY

McGuire Liston Lewis Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry liam@mcguireliston.ie 064 6632255

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

What does Breakdown Assistance usually cover?

If your Car Insurance Policy has Breakdown Assistance, the following would usually be included.

• Mechanical breakdown, fire, theft or attempted theft, malicious damage, punctures that require assistance to fix or replace a wheel, lost keys, stolen keys, keys broken in lock or locked in the car. Cover usually applies in Ireland but some policies extend to England, Scotland and Wales.

• Roadside Assistance; Your insurer can send a competent repairer to assist you at the scene. If immediate repairs are

possible, they will provide up to one hour’s labour free. You must be with the car when the repairer arrives.

• Towing; Your insurer will cover the cost of towing the car to the nearest motor garage or your own garage, whichever is the closer

• Completion of the Journey in the 32 counties of Ireland; Where repairs cannot be carried out at the scene some policies will provide transportation of you and your passengers to your intended destination or a replacement car for up to 24 hours. Some policies can extend to cover immediate bed and break-

fast accommodation while you and your passengers are awaiting completion of repairs. There is always a maximum amount included in the policy. Some conditions that we regularly see are the cost of draining or removing incorrect or contaminated fuel is excluded, and the provision of courtesy cars is subject to availability.

You should save your breakdown assistance number in your phone when you renew your policy.

As all Insurers have different wordings, you should check your own policy wording.

TO LET: Double room to let in Rock Road, Killarney. Females only. Contact 089 2338027.

TO LET: 5 ***** room to rent. All bills paid, electricity, gas, rubbish, etc. Free parking. 5 mins from Muckross Park, 10 mins from Killarney town. Suitable for non-smokers. Telephone 087 1511212. Leave a message.

TO LET: Spacious 3-bedroom house. 3 double rooms ensuite. 6km from Killarney. Kilcummin area. Suitable for working professionals or family. No pets. Available from end of August. Contact 087 2130139.

TO LET: Double room to let in Killarney town

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE

FOR SALE: Ash Hardwood, fully seasoned and ready to burn. Tonne bags and trailer loads available. Call 083 8184496.

FOR SALE: Topsoil for sale in Killarney area. Contact 087 6447532.

FOR SALE: Fabulous Antique Ceiling Lights and matching wall lights. Must be seen, brilliant set for €75. Call Mary on 087 1511212.

FOR SALE: Honda Petrol 3.5KW Generator on wheels, like new. €400. Smart car Trailer perfect condition, LED lights €250. Single Divan Bed Base, New €60. 900L Oil Tank €60.

centre. Suitable for single professional male. Sharing house with two other males. Contact 087 3250182.

TO LET: Newly renovated apartment in Kilcummin area. Suitable for single professional. Non-Smoker. No Pets. Contact 087 6428105.

TO LET: 1 bedroom studio apartment in Woodlawn Park, Killarney. Apartment is fully furnished and in excellent condition. Suitable for one person only. Rent €750 per month. Contact Tony on 086 3736618.

TO LET: Apartment to rent. Suitable for

Girl’s (10yrs+) Mountain Bike, New €100 and 28” TV €50. Killarney area. Call James anytime on 087 2725471.

AVAILABLE

AVAILABLE: MUSIC LESSONS - piano, violin, fiddle, guitar, banjo. Garda vetted. Leaving Cert Music grinds and Online Option also available. Tel John: 087-6801392 or Maggie: 087-6961681.

AVAILABLE: Local Handy Lady available for all your home and garden needs. Painting, Wallpaper, Flat Pack Assembly, Fitting Shelves, Blinds and Curtain Poles, Wall Pan-

professional or retired couple. 5 mins from National Park, 10 mins from Killarney town centre. Free parking. Tel: Margaret on 087 6789990.

TO LET: 4-bedroom house to let, 10 minutes’ walk to Killarney town centre. Private parking. Long-term. No Pets. Call 087 6447532.

TO LET: 2 double rooms to let, 5 minutes’ walk from Rathmore village. Sharing with one other. Long-term. No Pets. Contact 087 9470178.

TO LET: Room-ensuite to let, 6 minutes’ walk from Killarney town centre. Own cooking fa-

els, Gardening and much more! Call 089 2368370.

AVAILABLE: Cleaner available, Killarney lady. HACCP trained and Garda Vetted. Call Kate on 086 8122574.

ANIMALS

ANIMALS: HUG: Homes for Unwanted Greyhounds. For further details please contact us on 087 6932090 or email info@homesforunwantedgreyhounds.ie

ANIMALS: KLAWS (Kenmare and Locality Animal Welfare Society) We have several

cilities. Phone 087 9590635.

TO LET: Single room. Sharing house with two males in Currow area. Phone Ted 087 8745228 after 6pm.

TO LET: 3-bedroom cottage in Farranfore. Phone 086 8136888.

PROPERTY WANTED

WANTED: Houses and apartments to rent in the Killarney area. Contact 086 8136888.

WANTED: Room, walking distance to town. I have a well-behaved outdoor cat. Please call 087-3986858.

adult cats (all colours) awaiting homes. 087 9729240 or 087 9704480.

MOTORING

FOR SALE: 2018 Volkswagen Touran, 7-seater, dark grey, 67,000 km. NCT 2016. Tax Oct 2024. Full service history. Lady owner, non-smoker. excellent condition. Price €21,000. Contact Maureen 087 6433688. FOR SALE: 2012 Fiat Punto 1.3 Diesel, 2010 Nissan Note Petrol, and 2003 Toyota Corolla 1.3 hatchback 30,000 km. All cars NCT tested 2025. Call 087 2630218.

John Healy of Healy Insurances.

IF YOU’D LIKE TO ADVERTISE

The latest Property Report for Q2 2024

has just been published by myhome.ie.

The report, prepared for MyHome. ie by Bank of Ireland Chief Economist Conall MacCoille, shows that nationally asking prices are up 7.3% over the year, with properties selling for 6% over asking prices.

On a local level, prices in Kerry have risen by €14,000 during the quarter with the median asking price for a property in the county now standing at €249,000. This means prices have risen by €4,000 compared with this time last year.

Asking prices for a 3-bed semi-detached house in the county rose by €15,000 over the quarter to €210,000. This means that prices in the segment have

risen by €11,000 compared to this time last year.

Meanwhile, the asking price for a 4-bed semi-detached house in Kerry rose by €21,500 over the quarter to €236,500.

It should be noted that these figures are county averages and that the Killarney market is outperforming these figures.

Ted Healy of DNG is reporting exceptionally high demand for properties in the Killarney area with properties selling in record time often for figures of up to 15%-20% over asking.

“We are currently selling properties in record time and for record prices. Demand is currently far outrunning supply resulting in some record sales being

achieved.”

“We are turning properties around in as little as up to 2 weeks and we now require further stock to satisfy the unprecedented demand for property in the Killarney area. We have agreed sales on 3 and 4 bedroom homes for multiples of the county average.“

So, is now a good time to sell you property? Yes, according to Ted Healy of DNG. “With marquee prices being achieved in record time, it couldn’t be a better time to sell your property. So, if you are considering your next move, get in contact with us and we would be delighted to guide you through the sales process."

TED HEALY | ASCSI ARICSDip AVEA DNG TED HEALY

Students from Killarney Community College and Milltown Secondary School celebrating their recent debs. Photographs courtesy of Debs Guru Event Planners who organised both parties.

SUDOKU

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3 x 3 box contains the digits 1 through 9. No math, nothing has to add up –solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic.

Geraldine taking on skydive for suicide charity

Geraldine Cunningham from Woodlawn Killarney, is gearing up for a daring feat to raise funds for Youth Suicide Prevention Ireland (YSPI). Ger will be participating in the Kerry Skydive on Saturday, August 17th, 2024, her birthday (weather permitting).

This skydiving adventure has been a long-time dream for Geraldine, who has put it off due to lifes business. However, upon learning about the Kerry Skydive for charity, she knew it was the perfect opportunity to fulfil her dream while also giving back to a worthy cause.

Cunningham has been closely affected by suicide, as have many people in the community. She hopes to raise much-needed funds for YSPI, an or-

ganization dedicated to providing mental health awareness programs and suicide prevention initiatives in schools and colleges. YSPI also offers online resources, a free texting service for those in crisis, and funding for immediate access to counselling for atrisk teenagers.

“I have personally known many families who have been traumatised and gone through the heartache of the suicide of a beloved family member,” Cunningham says. “Unfortunately, so have the majority of people reading this.”

The Killarney woman has started a campaign to raise as many sponsors as possible. You can find the details on how to donate through her campaign link above.

GERALDINE CUNNINGHAM

APPOINTMENTS

FULL-TIME RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED

for a busy family run 25 bedroomed B&B on Muckross Road, Killarney. 35-40 hrs per week.

The right candidate will be friendly, optimistic and exceed within the customer service and deliver a memorable guest experience.

Excellent local knowledge, communication skills and work ethic.Previous reception/reservations work is required.

Please send CV for the attention of Mary Moynihan, Office Manager to abbeylodge@stayinkillarney.ie

COMHAIRLE CONTAE CHIARRAÍ

KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL

BÓITHRE A nDÚNADH GO SEALADACH

TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS

ALT 75 d’ACHT NA mBÓITHRE 1993

SECTION 75 OF ROADS ACT 1993

Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 75 of the Roads Act 1993, and the Temporary Closing of Roads Regulations 1994, Kerry County Council has decided to temporarily close to public traffic the following road:

Road Closed: R-876 Kenmare Place\Main Street (From the Junction Mission Road and Kenmare Place to the junction of Main Street and New Street)

Road Closing Times:

From 12 noon on Saturday, 27th July to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 29th July 2024

From 12 noon on Saturday, 3rd August to 8.00 a.m. on Tuesday, 6th August 2024

From 12 noon on Saturday, 10th August to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 12th August 2024

From 12 noon on Saturday, 17th August to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 19th August 2024

From 12 noon on Saturday, 24th August to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 26th August 2024

From 12 noon on Saturday, 31st August to 8.00 a.m. on Monday, 2nd September 2024

Reason for Proposed Closure: To manage pedestrian footfall during the period proposed in the public interest and the continuance of temporary pedestrianisation measures as previously implemented during the period proposed.

Alternative Routes:

L-3909 Beech Road, Traffic can divert from Kenmare Place onto N71 Mission Road onto L-3909 Beech Road and onto R-877 New Street

PÁDRAIG CORKERY

PRODUCTION LOGISTICS PLANNER

Electrician

Duration: 6 month FTC

Location: Rathmore, County Kerry

Mondelez Ireland Production Limited, Rathmore, Co. Kerry

Position Type: 6-month Contract

Working hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm

Salary: Competitive salary offered

ABOUT THE ROLE

Requirements of applicants:

• As the Production Logistics Planner, you will be responsible for the overall production plan for the factory, creating both short and long term strategic forecasts.

• You must be a qualified Electrician (Level 6 QQI or equivalent in electrical senior trade).

• You will take pride in producing accurate and quality production schedules which account for service level targets, inventory targets, plant resources and costs optimization. You will be the primary contact for MSC leadership, planning & commercial teams, external manufacturers, and international supply chain for management of inventory and production planning.

• Liaise with Transport admin to ensure deliveries are made in a timely fashion.

• Build and maintain relationships with potential and current customers.

• Preferred experience in Allen Bradley PLC controls and logic.

• Preferred maintenance experience & problem-solving.

• Liaise with procurement to ensure contracts are in place with external vendors - evaluate raw materials, packaging, and equipment to ensure everything is in place for production taking into consideration manufacturing and shipment lead times.

• We operate 24/7 on 8hour shifts Monday – Friday, 12hour shifts Saturday – Sunday.

• Account for all quantities of raw materials, waste, work-in-progress and finished product to consolidate a site mass balance on a monthly basis.

• Work with planning hubs to communicate plant capacity/restrictions Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstock situations.

• Work closely with the transport department to ensure delivery KPIs are met

Please email your CV to

• Maintain effective communication channels between production, logistics, and other departments.

• Adjust production schedules as needed to accommodate changing demand or operational constraints.

• Provide regular reports and updates to management on production performance and any issues encountered.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Mondelez Production Limited is an equal opportunities employer

• Previous experience in a similar role is ideal but not essential as training will be provided.

• Ideally proficient in SAP system and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Attention to detail and organisational skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Logical decision-making approach

• Structured and organised work planning

• Highly adaptable to change, demonstrating a proactive approach.

The Killarney Advertiser Crossword

AVAILABLE FOR HIRE

ACROSS

1. A la ____

6. Peruvian native

10. Between continents

14. Zodiac ram

15. Radio tuner

16. Wound covering

17. Restlessness

19. Scientist ____ Sagan

20. Salmon eggs

21. Resource

22. Flag-maker ____ Ross

23. Showy

25. Soundless

27. Average grades

29. Vouch for

32. Night twinklers

35. ____ dot

38. Cheer sound

39. Peel

40. Scientist ____ Curie

41. Richard ____ of "Chicago"

42. Chopping tool

43. Musical tones

44. Dated ditty

45. Certain vitamin

47. Common skin problem

49. Noisy insect

52. Leased apartment

56. Inclined

58. Distribute

60. Bullfight cry

61. Assistant

62. Look forward to

64. List entry

65. Glance over

66. Cheapskate

67. Space org.

68. Fringe benefit

69. Doorway

DOWN

1. Nile city

2. Knight's suit

3. Mature

4. Boston ____ Party

5. Manors

6. 15th of March

7. Dressed to the ____

8. Prickly plants

9. Pub drink

10. Mountaineer's climb

11. Dispersed

12. Corn spikes

13. With competence

18. Enlightened one's words (2 wds.)

22. Greek consonant

24. Farm measure

26. Placid, e.g.

28. Petty quarrel

30. Indian attire

31. "Of ____ I Sing"

32. Bridge

33. City transportation

34. Phone number prefixes (2 wds.)

36. Crude mineral

37. "Mona ____"

40. "____ Lisa"

41. Secluded valley

43. Kind

44. Former (hyph.)

46. Movie house

48. Gator's relative

50. Fox trot, e.g.

51. Church feature

53. French ____

54. Modify

55. Wary

56. Hurt

57. Film legend ____ Hayworth

59. Connect

62. Nile snake

63. Fasten

COMHAIRLE CONTAE CHIARRAÍ

KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL

Fógra Poiblí de réir Acht Um Thrácht ar Bhóithre 1994 (Alt 38)

leasaithe ag an Acht Um Rialáil Iompair Phoiblí 2009 (Alt 46)

Public Notice in Compliance with the Road Traffic Act 1994 (Section 38) as amended by the Public Transportation Regulation Act, 2009 (Section 46)

Bearta Moillithe Tráchta / Traffic Calming Measures

Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 38 (3) of the Road Traffic Act 1994, as amended by the Public Transportation Regulation Act, 2009 (Section 46), Kerry County Council proposes to provide traffic calming measures at Listry Bridge, R-563.

The proposed works will involve:

• Traffic signals at both side of the bridge.

• Anti-skid surfacing on both approaches to the traffic signals.

• Advanced warning signage of the revised road layout.

• Improved road lining and all associated ancillary works.

Drawing(s) showing the location of the proposed works may be inspected at the following locations during normal office hours, for a period of one month, from Wednesday, 17th July to Monday, 19th August 2024.

• Kerry County Council, Killarney Municipal District, Town Hall, Killarney

• Kerry County Council, Roads and Transportation Department, Room 115, Áras an Chontae, Rathass, Tralee,

It will also be advertised on Kerry County Council’s website www.kerrycoco.ie

Observations or representations in relation to the proposal may be made, in writing, and marked Section 38 Listry Bridge, to the Administrative Officer, Roads and Transportation Department, Kerry County Council, Áras an Chontae, Rathass, Tralee, Co. Kerry or by e-mail to roads@kerrycoco.ie and must be received by 4.00 p.m. on Monday, 19th August 2024.

To enable the processing of observations / representations Kerry County Council can legally process this information, as necessary, to comply with its statutory/legal obligations. Such information will be processed in line with the Council’s privacy statement which is available at www.kerrycoco.ie.

PÁDRAIG CORKERY

Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Affairs

2ND ANNIVERSARY MCKENNA

In loving memory of Mary McKenna

Ballybrack, Firies, Killarney and formerly of Coolbane, Faha who passed away on 25th July 2022.

You are too precious to be forgotten And too priceless to ever replace I wish I could share another moment with you And see that smiling face.

Someone so special as you Is truly rare to find Someone with a heart so pure So caring and so kind.

I’ll cherish the memories we made All the times we spent together And I’ll hold them dearly in my heart

From now until forever.

Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving daughter, Catherine.

Anniversary Mass on Sunday 21st July at 10.00am in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Ballyhar.

6TH ANNIVERSARY

O’CONNELL (NEE

CROWLEY)

In loving memory of Joan (Joanie) O’Connell, late of Station Rd, Headford and Rathmore who passed away peacefully on 22nd July 2018.

‘Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis’. Our Joanie Happy, smiling, full of fun, telling us all “Sure you’re beautiful and handsome”

A hearty laugh, and a heart so kind

One of the most genuine ladies you’ll ever find, Flowers, ice-cream a simple life

A sister, a nana, a mother a devoted wife. Our friend, our queen of fashion and our first teacher

A proud C.I.E. railway gate keeper. Sparkling eyes, dancing with glee Entertaining us by singing “The Rose of Tralee”.

Glenflesk Kerry, A loyal GAA fan, “Proud as punch when Derry & John Crowley brought home the ‘Sam’ “ O Sacred Heart of Jesus

She placed all her trust in Thee Jesus ended her suffering took her hand and set her free.

Heartbroken are we, that we are now physically apart Consoled that she is forever in our hearts. In Heaven’s garden, may God grant Joanie eternal rest

Thank you God for our Joanie

To us she was simply the best.

Loved, remembered and dearly missed by your sons, Tim and Noel, daughters Bríd, Margaret, Joan-Marie and Esther, brother Derry, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and extended family.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday 20th July at 6.00pm in St Agatha’s Church, Glenflesk. Mass livestreamed on Glenflesk Parish Facebook page.

2ND ANNIVERSARY LOONEY

In loving memory of my sister Margaret ‘Mags’ Looney Muckross, Killarney 24th July 2023.

Sister Your life was a blessing Your memory a treasure You are loved beyond words And more missed beyond measure.

Loved and remembered every day, your sister Joan. xx

9TH ANNIVERSARY BROSNAN

In loving memory of a dear wife & mother Mary Brosnan (nee Doona) late of Rockfield, Faha, Killarney who died on 17th July 2015.

We sat beside your bedside Our hearts were crushed and sore We did our duty to the end Till we could do no more.

In tears we watched you sinking We watched you fade away And though our hearts were breaking We knew you could not stay.

You left behind some aching hearts That loved you most sincere We never shall and never will Forget you, Mary dear.

Loved and remembered always by your husband Ger, sons TJ and Junior, and extended family.

10TH & 7TH ANNIVERSARIES

O’DONOGHUE

In loving memory of Christy and Maura O’Donoghue, 22 O’Kelly’s Villas, Killarney

Christy who passed away on 24th May 2014 Maura who passed away on 23rd August 2017.

Remember them with a smile today They weren’t ones for tears Reflect instead on memories Of all the happy years.

Recall to mind the way they spoke And all the things they said Their strength, their wisdom The way they were Remember them instead.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by Miriam and Ollie, Anna Marie and Vincent, Timothy and Katie, and grandchildren.

Anniversary Mass on Tuesday 23rd July at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

2ND & 3RD ANNIVERSARIES

L’ESTRANGE

In loving memory of Marie L’Estrange (nee Sugrue) Rossdara, Killarney who died on 18th July 2022. Also, remembering her son Paul L’Estrange who died on 9th May 2022 and her husband Liam L’Estrange who died on 22nd September 2021.

Our family chain is broken And nothing seems the same But as God calls us one by one The chain will link again.

Loved and remembered every day by their son and brother David, and their grandson and nephew Jack.

7TH ANNIVERSARY

BARTLETT

In loving memory of Kathleen Bartlett late of 30 O’Kelly’s Villas, Killarney who passed away on 21st July 2017.

She was a Mother so very rare Content in her home and always there On earth she toiled In Heaven she rests God bless you Mam You were one of the best.

Lots of love, Norma and Gary. xx

Kathleen’s Anniversary Mass on Sunday 21st July at 10.30am in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

16TH ANNIVERSARY GUERIN

In loving memory of Joan Guerin late of Knocknagullane, Rathmore who died on 21st July 2008.

Although you sleep in Heaven now You’re not that far away My heart is full of memories And you’re with me every day.

You lived your life with meaning And with a smile upon your face A world that was full of happiness Is now an empty place.

People say that only time Will heal a broken heart But just like me and you, Mum It has been torn apart.

I know you are at peace now And in a place where you are free Meet me at the Pearly Gates When Heaven calls for me.

Loved and remembered by all Joan’s family.

4TH ANNIVERSARY DOWNEY

In loving memory of a dear mother Joanne Downey late of 7 Ash Close, Ballydribbeen, Killarney who passed away on 19th July 2020.

I little knew that morning God was going to call your name In life I loved you dearly in death I do the same.

It broke my heart to loose you you did not go alone for part of me went with you the day God called you home.

You left me beautiful memories your love is still my guide and though we cannot see you, you’re always at my side.

Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same but as God calls us one by one the chain will link again.

Sadly missed and loved by your daughter Katrina and son-in-law Paul.

4TH ANNIVERSARY

DOWNEY

In loving memory of a dear mother Joanne Downey late of 7 Ash Close, Ballydribbeen, Killarney who passed away on 19th July 2020.

Our hearts are full of memories With pride we speak your name Though life must go on without you It will never be the same.

Those special days will not return when we were all together But the love and memories in our hearts Will stay with us forever.

Loved and dearly missed by Mark, Chris, Ellie, Shane, Cassie, Kiann and Eabha. xxxx

4TH ANNIVERSARY

DOWNEY In loving memory of Joanne Downey late of 7 Ash Close, Ballydribbeen who passed away on 19th July 2020.

God called your name so softly That only you could hear And no one heard the footsteps Of angels drawing near.

The golden gates stood open God saw you needed rest His garden must be beautiful He only takes the best.

From your best friend, Caroline O’Mahony.

60 IN MEMORIAM

11TH ANNIVERSARY

O’DONOGHUE

Cherished Memories of a loving son and brother Cian O’Donoghue Riverside, Gortachoosh, Glenflesk, Killarney who died on 19th July 2013.

We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name In life we loved you dearly in death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you you did not go alone for part of us went with you the day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memorie, your love is still our guide and though we cannot see you you are always by our side.

Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same but as God calls us one by one the chain will link again.

Your heartbroken parents and family, Mom, Dad, Keith, Klara, Linda, Darren, Arlo, Ayda and Saoirse. xxx

34TH ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

Treasured memories of our son Kieran O’Sullivan late of 19 Woodlawn Road, Killarney who died on 20th July 1990. Age 17 months.

Happy memories keep forever Of days when we were all together They bring a smile and often a tear And always a wish That you were still here.

Fondly remembered and sadly missed by Mammy, Daddy, sisters Clara and Emma, brother Cialann, and Layla, Sonny and Lola.

34TH ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

Treasured memories of my grandson Kieran late of Ardshanavooly and Woodlawn Road, Killarney who died on 20th July 1990.

No longer in our lives to share But in our hearts he’s always there. Lovingly remembered by Nana McCarthy.

13TH ANNIVERSARY

O’CONNOR In loving memory of Mary O’Connor Green Lawn, Killarney and formerly of Bonane, Kenmare who died on 19th July 2011. R.I.P.

Silent memories keep you near As time unfolds another year

The Happy Days we once enjoyed A constant wish that you were here

We miss your laugh, your joking ways Your loving nature, a heart of gold Always willing, helpful and kind Are the special memories we have of you.

Your resting place we visit Flowers we place with care

But no one knows the heartache

As we turn and leave you there.

Always loved and remembered in our prayers each day by your partner Finbarr, your brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grand nieces, grand nephews, and all your many special friends.

Anniversary Mass for Mary on Friday 26th July at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

14TH ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Sheila O’Sullivan late of Knocknaskeha, Killarney who died on 14th July 2010.

We hold you close within our hearts There you shall always stay And walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again.

Loved and sadly missed by your husband Batt, daughters Lorraine, Aoife and Sharon, son Andrew, daughter-in-law Ashling, sons-in-law Mike and Jerry, and grandchildren Céilim, Tiernan, Cuán, Saoirse, Ethan, Layna and Aoibhinn.

15TH ANNIVERSARY

FINNERTY

In loving memory of Marguerite Finnerty (nee McDonnell) Aghadoe, Killarney and formerly of Athlone, Co. Roscommon who died on 14th July 2009. R.I.P.

You lived for those you loved And those you loved remember.

Tie a yellow ribbon on the old oak tree.

Loved and missed by the Finnerty and McDonnell families.

Anniversary Mass on Sunday 21st July at 10.00am in Fossa Church.

25TH ANNIVERSARY MCSHARRY

In loving memory of Leon McSharry late of Ballyspillane, Killarney who died on 17th July 1999. R.I.P.

To A Child Gone I thought I was ahead of you in line That you would take your turn after I took mine.

You’re in the arms of Jesus now And I know that you’ll be fine, But I wish with all my heart That those arms could be mine.

Within the gates of heaven now There’s a little smiling face

Waiting to say “I love you” When I reach that special place.

Love you always Leon, Mom, Brian and Edel, and nephew Mason.

Remembered always Jack, Eileen Ann and cousin Mark. xxx

25TH ANNIVERSARY MCSHARRY

Treasured and loving memories of Leon McSharry late of Ballyspillane, Killarney who died on 17th July 1999. R.I.P.

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 Leon We are never far apart For you are always in our thoughts And forever in our hearts.

Always remembered by Mary, Tony and the Cusack Family, Dublin.

25TH ANNIVERSARY MCSHARRY

In loving memory of Leon McSharry late of Ballyspillane, Killarney who was tragically taken on 17th July 1999.

A quiet thought A silent prayer For someone special In God’s care.

Love Allan, London.

20TH ANNIVERSARY

DORAN In loving memory of Helen Doran

late of 58 Arbutus Grove, Killarney who died on 15th July 2004.

The rock stood tall and strong

Along the shore of life

Weathering hardships sent by the world

The trouble and the strife.

It protected the smaller structures

That nestled by it’s side

Despite storms of physical depletion

Brought in by the tide.

Waves of worry chipped away the surface

But the inner strength shone through A monument of pride and independence

That rock dear Helen was you.

Your love is irreplaceable

Your sense of humour was unique

You make us laugh, still to this day

With the remarks you used to speak.

The winds of change blew fiercely And took you far away

But now you live in paradise

Where we’ll meet again one day.

Sadly missed Helen.

Maureen and Eileen Ann McSharry.

34TH ANNIVERSARY

DOYLE

In loving memory of our beloved son James, R.I.P. Maulykevane, Headford, Killarney who died tragically (road accident) on 20th July 1990 Aged 18.

Your memory is so precious James

Your presence missed so much

And for us who loved and lost you And whose parting brought such pain We will cherish the time you spent with us In a world that is never the same.

Sadly missed by your loving mother Joan.

**

Brother

Lots of things have happened James

Since you were called away

The music you could have played with us If God had left you stay.

Our lives have changed in many ways

Since we were all together

But memories of those happy days Will live with us forever.

Never forgotten by your brothers Pádráig, Éoin and Seán, sisters Julia Mary and Marguerite, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law.

**

Uncle

You died too young to know you James We hear your name each day We know you’re always by our sides And from heaven above you are always our guide.

Your nephews Jamie, James and Jack, nieces Kaleigh, Chloe, Ali, Hannah, Grace, Ruby, Fiadh and grandniece Ellie.

Anniversary Mass on Sunday 21st July at 9.30 in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Gneeveguilla.

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

JESUS

St. Theresa the Little Flower, please pick me a rose from thy heavenly gardens and send it to me with a message of love. Ask God to please grant me the favour I

ST. THERESA

21ST ANNIVERSARY

TEAHAN

In loving memory of Dan Teahan late of Minish, Killarney who died on 22nd July 2003.

May the winds of love blow softly And whisper for you to hear

That we will always love and miss you

No matter what time of year.

Sadly missed and never forgotten by your loving wife Sheila, daughters Jennifer and Sarah, sons-in-law Thomas and Donagh, and grandchildren Tommy, Chloe, Jack, Daniel, Liam and Fionn. xxxxxx

25TH ANNIVERSARY FOGARTY

In loving memory of Kathleen Fogarty late of St Anne’s Road and 1 Torc Terrace, Killarney who died on 20th July 1999.

Time and years slid glently by

But love and memories never die

Happy thoughts of times together

Hold memories that remain forever.

Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving Family.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday 27th July at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

24TH & 11TH ANNIVERSARIES

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Donal Ulick O’Sullivan and Nell O’Sullivan (nee O’Connor) late of Ballinamanagh, Kilcummin, Killarney 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.

So rest in peace dear loved ones And thank you for all you’ve done

We pray that God hase given you The crowns you’ve truly won.

Lovingly remembered by your son Tom, daughter-in-law Eileen, grandchildren Christina, Helena, Anthony, Thomas and wife Sarah, and great granchildren Tommy and Emma.

35TH & 55TH ANNIVERSARIES GRIFFIN

In loving memory of our dear parents Elizabeth (Liz) and Patrick (Paddy)Griffin late of Killalee, Fossa whose anniversaries occur at this time.

No matter how life changes No matter what we do A special place within our hearts Is always kept for both of you.

Loved and remembered by Geraldine and family.

27TH & 4TH ANNIVERSARIES

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Patrick and Kathleen O’Sullivan late of Swinemount, Firies who fell asleep on 18th July 1997 and 2nd March 2020.

It’s sad to walk the road alone Instead of side by side But there comes a moment When the ways of life divide

You gave us years of happiness

Then came the sorrow and tears

But you left us beautiful memories

We will treasure through the years

Sadly missed by your daughter Mary and son-in-law Dan.

Nan & Granda

You left us beautiful memories

Your love forever our guide

Although we cannot see ye Ye will always be by our side.

Always remembered by your grandchildren Karina and Darren.

NOVENA

TO THE SACRED HEART

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

33RD

ANNIVERSARY HEALY

In loving memory of a dear father John Healy Kenmare Road, Muckross, Killarney who died on 20th July 1991.

Dad

Your smile was made of sunshine

Your heart made of gold

Thank you for the precious years

And the memories that we hold. Memories are lovingly kept A Dad too special to ever forget.

Always remembered by your loving daughter Liz, Seamus, Kiara and Shane.

**

Dad

A beautiful memory, dearer than gold Of a father whose worth can never be told There’s a place in my heart no one can fill I miss you Dad and always will.

Always remembered by your loving son Mike, Mary, Jack, X.

**

Dad

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

Always remembered by your loving daughter Sheila and Connie.

Thank you St. Anthony, St Teresa, St Padre Pio, St Philomena, St

St

Holy Spirit , guardian Angle, Blessed Virgin Mary and dear Jesus for favours received. I will continue praying to you always in thanksgiving. Amen. ES

Jude,

Rita, The

SPORT

Kerry fans sweating over Burke rumours

Top prospect is heading for Oz but AFL switch not yet signed and sealed

Highly-rated Kerry youngster Cillian Burke is set to travel to Australia later this year with a sensational transfer to the AFL potentially on the cards.

Conflicting reports in various media outlets sent the rumour mill into overdrive earlier this week with Burke said to be either signing for Geelong or simply moving to Australia for a number of months before returning home for the 2025 intercounty championship.

Although no official statement has been made by any of the relevant parties, the Killarney Advertiser understands that the talented 21-year-old is weighing up

his options and he will make a decision on his future after spending some time Down Under towards the end of 2024. It is hoped, from Kerry’s perspective, that he will decide against the switch, but it is feared that his head has already been turned.

Kerry supporters will be desperate to see the athletic middle-third player back in green and gold next season after he impressed off the bench in recent matches. Despite his tender age and lack of experience (this was his first year on the senior panel), the Milltown-Castlemaine man was influential in the

Losing Burke would be a massive blow to Kerry’s chances of

All-Ireland semi-final against Armagh, scoring a huge point in extra time and setting up another as Kerry ultimately fell to a narrow and heartbreaking defeat.

Many observers have already seen enough of the rookie to suggest that he has the makings of a future All-Star. Losing him to the AFL would, therefore, be a massive blow to Kerry’s chances of winning back the Sam Maguire trophy any time soon.

Geelong have a history of poaching top Kerry talent. Mark O’Connor (Dingle) and Stefan Okunbor (Na Gaeil) signed

for the Cats in 2016 and 2018 respectively, though Okunbor later returned in 2021. O’Connor has built a fine career for himself in Australia, winning the AFL Grand Final with the Victoria club in 2022.

Burke isn’t the only Kerry starlet on the radar of AFL scouts. Two members of this year’s Kerry U20 team, Charlie Keating (Dr Crokes) and Tomás Kennedy (Kerins O’Rahillys), are reportedly considering their Australian options. It is also believed that Aussie teams may have their eyes on several other Kerry players.

ROOKIE: Cillian Burke, who impressed against Armagh in last weekend's All-Ireland semi-final, is reportedly planning to travel to Australia. Photo: Seb Daly/Sportsfile.

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Armagh’s 16th man made the difference… Where was Kerry’s?

In a taxi to Heuston on Sunday morning, as we drove quietly along the quays, the distinctive opening chords of Stand By Me by Ben E. King came on the radio. It’s a beautiful song about love and loyalty and offering support in times of needcoincidentally themes that were weighing on my mind after what had transpired in Croke Park the day before.

When the night has come And the land is dark And the moon is the only light we'll see No, I won't be afraid Oh, I won't be afraid

Just as long as you stand, stand by me

Kerry lost Saturday’s All-Ireland semi-final for lots of reasons. Firstly, and most importantly, their opponents were excellent. Armagh were brave and bold and brash – all the qualities you associate with brilliant Ulster teams – and some of the inspirational points kicked by Stefan Campbell, Rian O’Neill and others were nothing short of sensational.

As a footballing county they have suffered a lot over the past 20 odd years. Unless you have a heart of stone, you couldn’t begrudge them their day in the sun. And a clever punter wouldn’t back against them in the final, either. On the flipside, Kerry underperformed in basically every aspect of the game. They were occasionally tuned out in defence, sometimes loose in possession, frequently errant in their finishing, and, while some guys stood up to the test admirably – I’m thinking of the lionhearted Brian Ó Beaglaoich and Paul Murphy in particular - others were nowhere near their best. Physically, the Munster champions fell to pieces as the absorbing encounter lumbered on into extra time. Key players were visibly spent. Some soldiered on, others had to say no más and retire to the sidelines.

In the end Kerry had to call on squad players who have barely featured in the championship to try and save their season. It was a lot to ask of them. This will inevitably raise questions of management and their inability to unearth and blood supporting cast members, particularly when this was one of the team’s obvious shortcomings last season as well. (In the credit column, new boys Cillian Burke and Dylan Geaney did make key contributions.)

There was another crucial factor in this semi-final, and this is the one that leads me back to Ben E. King.

If the sky that we look upon Should tumble and fall Or the mountains should crumble to the sea

I won't cry, I won't cry No, I won't shed a tear

Just as long as you stand, stand by me

As both panels huddled up at the end of the first half of extra time, I looked across at the Cusack Stand. I saw a wall of wild, fluorescent orange, chanting along riotously to the tune of Seven Nation Army by The White Stripes. This fixture was played in Dublin, and the loyal Kerry fans in attendance tried their best to back their team but make no mistake about it: this was a home game for Armagh. Their supporters must have outnumbered ours by three or four to one. Once they got their goal, it felt like more. The noise and the spectacle and the emotion of it all was incredible.

I’m sure it was fun to be a part of but from a Kerry perspective it was impossible to not be afraid. I glanced at a colleague and shook my head. We were fighting a losing battle. Kerry’s 15 were giving it everything they had but Armagh had a 16th man out there. As admirably as Kieran McGeeney’s players acquitted themselves, they ultimately leaned on the crowd to carry them over the line.

In the final 10 minutes, when Kerry’s sky was tumbling down and their mountains

were crumbling to the sea, that field was a lonely place for the boys in green and gold to be.

Speaking to an Armagh friend after the game, I mentioned how important their fans were in deciding the outcome, and that I was a little disappointed by Kerry’s lack of support in the stadium. She said we're too used to winning. The thing is, we're not winning. We've lost as many semis as we've won in the past 10 seasons, we’ve failed to make the semis twice, and we’ve won just one All-Ireland. As a fanbase, maybe we need to get it into our heads that this is not the 2000s. This is not the Golden Years. We have always known that waiting for the final was a bit cocky. Now, the cockiness has become unjustified.

Of course, it’s important to acknowledge that going to Dublin is very expensive, and we also have a greater distance to travel than the likes of Armagh. Many Kerry supporters would love to attend every big game in Croke Park but they can’t manage it financially. There might be other legitimate reasons a person can’t go. That’s all fair enough. Conversely, Armagh, who were playing in their first semi-final since 2005, were bound to bring a large crowd.

However, let’s call a spade a spade: some Kerry fans had the means and opportunity to attend semi-final but they didn’t because they were holding out for the glamour and glitz of the final.

There is plenty of criticism being aimed at the players and the management and the backroom team this week, and they will take it on the chin, but when the fans who chose not to travel to the game dish it out, will they spare some for themselves? When they dismiss this guy or that guy as not being good enough, will they ask themselves if their own support was up to scratch? If they gave enough to the cause?

Winning takes a collective effort and, as Armagh showed us last weekend, supporters in the stands can play a hugely significant role.

On Saturday evening, when Croke Park was being rocked to its foundations by Armagh folk, what the Kerry players really needed was some help. Someone to stand by them.

Some lovers of Kerry football were there. Some weren’t there but wished they could have been.

Unfortunately, others were at home, waiting for a final that will never come.

SUPPORT: An Armagh fan cheers on his team during last weekend's All-Ireland semi-final. Kerry supporters were well outnumbered by their Ulster counterparts. Photo: Seb Daly/Sportsfile.

It's another sad case of

Eamonn Fitzgerald reflects on Kerry’s disappointing defeat to Armagh in the All-Ireland football semi-final

In last week’s prediction I said that Kerry would beat Armagh and that the game would be dull, tight and unpleasant to watch. I was wrong on both counts. It was all square at the end of normal time at 1-14 each but it was Armagh who kicked on in extra time to win 1-18 to 1-16.

This game was a thriller in the first half as both teams went at it. Seán O’Shea set the pattern from the outset, whipping over a great point after 11 seconds making good use of the wind advantage. Further points by the likes of Tony Brosnan, Dara Moynihan and David Clifford had Kerry ahead by three, 0-9 to 0-6, as

HEARTBREAK: A dejected Seánie O'Shea after the final whistle.

Photo: Seb Daly/ Sportsfile.

the half-time whistle approached. Then Shane Ryan came to the rescue with a brilliant save from a point-blank shot by Andrew Murnin.

Kerry might have got a penalty when Paul Geaney was fouled close to goal but after consultation referee David Gough deemed that the foul occurred outside the square. A tap over free by Seánie put Kerry clear 0-10 to 0-6 at the break. Doing nicely now, the Kerry engine was purring as we awaited the overdrive in the second half.

If Shane Ryan’s brilliant save was key in the first half, Kerry had the best chance of all early after the restart when Tom O’Sullivan was clean through for what appeared to be a certain goal. However, from close range he hit it with the ciotóg, blasting it wide when any kind of a shot from his right leg would surely have ended in the net. If that had gone in, I don’t think Armagh would have recovered.

Kerry got a real break after 47 minutes when Paul Murphy reacted quickest to punch home Kerry’s only goal from the

high ball into the square. Determined Armagh fought back again but still Kerry led 1-12 to 0-11 when the Ulster men lofted a high ball into the Kerry square. Shane Ryan rose to field and he is normally so sure of his high fielding as full forward for Rathmore but, whatever happened, the ball was fumbled and who reacted quickest but Barry McCambridge (David Clifford’s marker) to hand Armagh a lifeline with 15 minutes to go. This stroke of luck spurred on Armagh, who were now in the driving seat, but in fairness to Kerry they battled bravely to stay in the game. Indeed, it was sub Dylan Geaney who levelled matters in the 71st minute. He also had a stab shooting a winning point but he missed and Gough blew for full-time with scores at 1-14 apiece.

I believe that Kerry were too conservative in their approach when they were dominant

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Armagh dominated extra time as Kerry wilted. I felt that there was only one winner as Kieran McGeeney had by far the better options to bring on fresh legs. Armagh dictated the extra time periods with Rian O’Neill and Jarly Óg Burns most dangerous of all. These were the two players that impressed me most in that league game in Tralee and featured in last week’s prediction.

Gavin White did a fine marking job dangerman O’Neill until the Armagh forward was moved into the full forward line. Who picked up O’Neill inside? No man’s land? Jarly did not start but made a big impact when he came on, scoring a vital point. It wasn’t simply tired legs that cost Kerry in extra time. A bigger indictment is that in extra time they only converted two points from 11 attempts, a loss-making stat in anyone’s language. It was a disappointing result for this Kerry team. They should have won last year’s final as I felt that ageing Dublin squad were there for the taking. I expected Kerry to win the 2024 final, but Armagh scuttled that dream.

POST-MORTEM

The demise of Kerry’s dream of regaining Sam raises questions. First, the positives. The Kerry defence had Tally written all over them in that first half, returning to the brilliance of 2022. They tackled with ferocity and crowded out Armagh with often three Kerry defenders forcing the Armagh forward into submission.

I felt that referee David Gough had a fine game overall and strangely enough he was very strict on the player surrounded by defenders whistling against the player who wasn’t playing the ball simply because he was surrounded by hard tackling Kerry backs. Gough was consistent throughout.

I was delighted with the way Kerry bossed Armagh in the opening quarter. When Armagh did get to shoot their efforts were very poor. They had 15 scoring opportunities in the first half and could only convert six. That was a poor return. The scene changed in the second half when Armagh found the range. The goals spurned by Kerry were crucial. Only for Murnin’s chance Armagh had no other goal opportunities. Kerry did not take their goal chances. The other big factor was the number of turnovers and Kerry were the main losers in this important facet of the game. I believe that Kerry were too conservative in their approach when they were dominant. It was well known that David Clifford would be marked by two or even three opponents. That left three Armagh backs to ‘mind’ five Kerry for-

wards. Do the basic maths. What was the strategy to get the ball to the other five forwards who had only three Armagh men to watch them? This lacuna in Kerry team strategy was apparent from the very first game in this championship series, but I saw no indication of an attempt to profit from the attention that David Clifford attracted.

In my opinion he is the best all round football player I have ever seen, and God knows Kerry have had some all-time greats in the last 70 years.

SUMMER SWALLOWS

With Kerry out of the All-Ireland, that ends the intercounty football scene for 2024 and the Kerry club scene now begins on the weekend of July 26-28.

Some clubs will certainly be missing Kerry players on holidays, while the summer swallows in the USA for the past two months will be in a quandary. They expected Kerry to be in the All-Ireland final, giving them two more weeks summering in New York and Boston.

HURLING FINAL

The GAA interest switches to the sliotar this Sunday with the novel All -Ireland pairing of Cork and Clare. They have been great rivals in Munster for many years, but with the surprise defeat of odds-on favourites Limerick by the ever-improving Cork, it becomes anyone’s title, even if Cork are fancied.

In the 2013 hurling final Clare defeated

Cork in a replay by 5-16 to 3-16. Cork haven’t won it since 2005.

The Cork Jubilee team of 1990, managed by JBM (Jimmy Barry Murphy) and trained and coached by Ted Owens, will be introduced to the crowd on Sunday.

From what I know of the Banner they will be trying hard to dispel the witchcraft (or curse) of Biddy Early from Feakle. The curse was on two hurling teams Clare and Galway, who had lean times in bids to win the Liam MacCarthy Cup.

However, when Clare won in 1995 the high-spirited Banner supporters said the Early factor was just a myth since Biddy had died in 1874 before Michael Cusack, the man from Carron in Clare, founded the GAA.

It is a bit like the Curse of ’51 on the Mayo footballers when they won their last AllIreland 73 years ago. The legend tells us that while the celebrating Mayo team were passing through Foxford on the victorious journey home, the team failed to wait quietly for a funeral cortège to pass by on its way to the graveyard.

Allegedly the presiding priest consequently put a curse on Mayo football to never win a subsequent All-Ireland final until all members of the 1951 team were dead. Mick Loftus was the last of the 1951 Mayo team to die in 2023. The drought continues even though Mayo were in 11 All-Ireland finals since 1951. They lost them all.

And us Kerry supporters bemoan the

fact that Sam is not here almost every year. Kerry captured Sam in 2022 and should have won in 2023 and 2024.

ARMAGH AGAIN

Will the Kerry LGFA team succeed where their male counterparts failed against the Orchard County on Saturday last? Tomorrow, they face Armagh in the All-Ireland semi-final.

Kerry have prepared well and looked very impressive in the recent quarter-final victory over Meath in Tralee. They came with a storming second half to win by double scores.

Tomorrow’s game will be a tough task, but Declan Quill and Darragh Long, the Kerry joint managers, will want a crack at the All-Ireland final once more after that defeat to Dublin in 2023. Kerry can win this one and hopefully go on to win the 2024 All-Ireland.

FOSSA AND WELDON

Fossa will still make the sports headlines this weekend when James Weldon, head coach of the Irish senior women’s team, leads his side out against Uganda away in Keltern Dietlingen, Germany on July 21 and again on July 23.

Uganda are well down the rankings (55th in the world) but they are still a good side, reaching the quarter-final of the FIBA AfroBasket tournament.

Weldon will be using these games to prepare for the real championship qualifiers in November.

BATTLE: Conor Turbitt of Armagh is tackled by Tom O'Sullivan of Kerry. Photo: Ray McManus/Sportsfile.

Armagh and 60 minutes stand between Kerry and Croker

LGFA ALL-IRELAND

SENIOR SEMI-FINAL

Kerry v Armagh

Saturday at 7.15pm

O’Connor Park, Tullamore Live on TG4

The Kerry ladies are just 60 minutes away from their third All-Ireland final in a row but they will have to bring their ‘A’ game to overcome the challenge of Armagh at O’Connor Park in Offaly on Saturday. The Kingdom have been installed as competition favourites after beating Meath (and after champions Dublin lost to Galway) in the quarters and they should be in confident form following that victory over the Royals in Tralee a fortnight ago. However, they are unlikely to have it all their own way against an Armagh side who have beaten them twice already this season, in the league in March and then in the league final in Croke Park in April.

Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh of Kerry kicks a free against Meath at Austin Stack Park in Tralee. Photo: Tyler Miller/Sportsfile.

Losing star player Aimee Mackin to an ACL injury in the Ulster final came as a tremendous blow to the Orchard County.

Mackin scored 2-6 (2-5 from play) and 1-4 (1-2) from play in the two games against Kerry this season so her teammates will

have to make up the difference in her absence.

Kerry, meanwhile, have been buoyed by the return from an ACL injury of Síofra O’Shea, who scored 0-3 off the bench against Meath. The skilful trio of Dan-

ielle O’Leary (1-28, 3f), Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh (2-15, 9f) and Emma Dineen (4-5) have accounted for the bulk of the team’s scores this season with Hannah O’Donoghue and team captain Niamh Carmody also capable of finding the target.

Managers Declan Quill and Darragh Long will be hoping that this attacking threat coupled with the teak tough defending of Eilís Lynch, Deirdre Kearney and Aishling O’Connell will be enough to see them over the line. With the dependable Ciara Butler between the sticks, Kerry have kept three clean sheets in their last four games which is a record they would love to improve upon this Saturday.

Armagh, who haven’t played in a senior ladies’ football All-Ireland final since 2006, arrive at the semi-final stage on the back of wins over Meath and Mayo. Eve Lavery is their top scorer to date with 0-11 (7f) to her name. Blaithin Mackin, younger sister of Aimee, has chipped in with 1-5.

Kerry v Armagh will be preceded at O’Connor Park by the other All-Ireland semi-final between Galway and Cork at 5pm. The Rebels last made the final in 2020 while The Tribeswomen are aiming to reach their first decider since 2019. Both counties lost to Dublin in those respective finals.

Injured Jordan Lee ‘gutted’ to miss Paralympics

Killarney high jumper Jordan Lee is determined to bounce back stronger than ever after announcing his withdrawal from the Paralympic Selection Process due to injury.

The Killarney Valley AC athlete, who represented Ireland at the Tokyo Games in 2021, was hoping to wear the green singlet again in Paris in August/September but he was forced to pull out “due to an injury that had developed over the past couple of weeks”.

“[To say that I’m] absolutely gutted is an understatement considering the season that we've just had and being ranked number 6 in the world rankings on the lead-up,” Lee said.

“This is sport at the highest level and unfortunately this is an injury that couldn't

turn right in time for Paris which is only a few weeks away.”

The local lad went on to thank Killarney Valley and his coaches Tomás Griffin, Alan Delaney and Shane O’Rourke for their support, as well as his sponsors PTSB, Puma, Toyota, Kellihers Garage and Output Sports.

“To my family and my friends, I've always repped that Irish vest with the utmost pride, not just representing myself and my beautiful country, but my amazing family and friends that I have too. I love ye all.

“Wishing my teammates within Paralympics Ireland all the very best in Paris.

“Roll on 2025 for the Europeans. I'll be back better and ready for vengeance. Believe that.”

SETBACK: Jordan Lee representing Ireland at the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo in 2021. The Kerry man will miss the 2024 Games due to injury.

Photo: Sam Barnes/ Sportsfile.

SHOOTER:

THE WEEK IN PICTURES

PITCH & PUTT: Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club members who were prizewinners in the County U16 Strokeplay in Listowel last week. Pictured are Brian McCarthy (Centre, Overall Winner), Aodhán O'Halloran (Boys 8-12 Winner) and Fionn McMonagle (Boys 8-12 Runner-Up). Missing from photo is Ben Kelliher (Overall Runner-Up).

TRANSFER: New Kerry FC signing Oran Crowe who recently joined the club from Cork City.

POC FADA: Kerry hurler and current Poc Fada champion Fionán Mackessy at the 2024 Poc Fada launch at Croke Park, Dublin. Photo: David Fitzgerald/ Sportsfile.

ROWING: Members of Workmen's Rowing Club, Anthony McCarthy, Sarah Coffey, Kayla Wharton, Michael J Burns, Ross McCarthy and Aoibhinn Coffey, who took part in the Irish Rowing Championships last weekend.

CAMOGIE: The Killarney U13s who played Tralee Parnells on Monday evening in the County League.

GOLF: Patrick Eviston (proprietor of Killeen House Hotel) with Lady Captain of Beaufort Golf Club Máire Ní Loinsigh and Derek Carroll (Manager of Killeen House Hotel) at the launch of the Beaufort Golf Club Open Day, which takes place Bank Holiday Monday, August 5.

MAGIC MOMENT: Julie-Ann Russell of Ireland (second from left) celebrates with teammates after scoring her side's second goal in the 3-1 victory over France at Páirc Uí Chaoimh in Cork. Photo: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile.

BEAUFORT: Participants and helpers at the Beaufort GAA Club Summer Camp.

LUKE COURTNEY

17-year-old from Muckross, is returning to the Killarney Advertiser for the summer after a successful Work Experience last year. As he prepares for his Leaving Cert next year, Luke brings his passion for writing and a fresh perspective to our team. This summer, he will be contributing a variety of articles, so stay tuned for his insightful and engaging pieces.

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The Euros: 2024’s Highs and Lows Mbappé unveiled by Real Madrid

As Irish fans reminisce about the glory days of 2016, another European Championship has come and gone, highlighting the sting of Irelands absence. Choosing a team to support still remains a common theme for Irish fans during major tournaments.

The biggest stage was set for the world's best to battle it out, with this years tournament having notable highs and lows. One undeniable aspect was the abundance of memorable goals. Major competitions like this immortalise the incredible and spectacular, and Euro 2024 offered plenty. From Arda Güler’s long-range stunner to Stanciu's curling effort for Romania, the opening week was a festival of goals, widely considered one of the best ever in tournament football. Every game seemed to guarantee goals, with not a single 0-0 draw in sight. Opening night saw Scotland’s historic 5-1 thrashing by hosts Germany, the largest victory on an opening night in Euro’s history.

Beyond the traditional powerhouses, the excitement extended to the less glamorous fixtures. Turkey’s 3-1 win over Georgia was an open affair with a rollercoaster of emotions, and Romania’s 3-0 victory over Ukraine surprised many.

However, the tournament wasn’t without disappointments. Heavyweight clashes like Netherlands vs. France ended in a dull 0-0 draw, while Spain’s 1-0 win over Italy was forgettable. The negativity was further amplified by teams like England and France, whose pragmatic and boring styles resulted in snooze-fests.

Another issue was the draw for the knockout stages. The two most impressive teams, Spain and Germany, met in the quarter-finals, while other heavyweights like Portugal and France faced off at that same stage. This meant the

other half of the bracket saw semi-finalists England and Netherlands facing frankly easier opponents. While Spain and Germany, in my opinion, were destined for a final showdown, the rest of the knockout stage felt underwhelming. England’s games leading to the semi-final were tight but lacked excitement, with Jude Bellingham’s last-minute bicycle kick saving one from complete boredom. Turkey’s 2-1 victory over Austria provided intense moments, but otherwise, the knockout stage lacked much spark. The semi-final of England and Netherlands contained flashes of brilliance but was largely uneventful.

The final between Spain and England mirrored the tournament as a whole. A poor first half was followed by a lightning quick second, with all goals coming in the final 45 minutes. Once again, like in Euro 2021, England fell short in the final. Spain deservedly emerged victorious, playing ruthless, winger-orientated football. This was their third consecutive 2-1 win and their fourth European Championship, the last arriving back in 2012. Its difficult to label major tournaments like the Euros as ‘poor’ or ‘forgettable’. They showcase the highest level of football with the best players on the pitch. For fans like us in Ireland who endure the struggles of the national team, these tournaments offer exceptional entertainment. While Euro 2024 had its share of drama, underdogs, and memorable moments, it lacked the magic to become a ‘legendary’ tournament.

“I spent endless nights dreaming about one day playing for Real Madrid, and today I’m one happy guy” Mbappé said. Success is almost a guarantee in the Spanish side, with a chance to win nearly every team and individual award. It is also worth noting that this transfer was years in the making, with Kylian turning down a move in 2020 with the allure of a magnetic Parisian payroll. It had been assumed however that Real Madrid was always going to be a destination for the French forward. “I always believed that I’d play here despite plenty of offers from other clubs. There have been a lot of things going on, but we’ve done it,” he said.

Arguably currently the worlds best player, racking a number of goals and assists

each season, it's hard to not mirror the reveal of Mbappé to the unveiling of Cristiano Ronaldo back in 2009, who adorned the same number 9 shirt for the Madridstas 15 years ago. Mbappé’s final message to the fans, the titular ‘1,2,3, Hala Madrid’, even echoed the same words of Ronaldo’s reveal. The comparison to the Portuguese legend is a large achievement for Mbappé, and may be hard or near impossible to live up to, however it is undeniable that the expectations are through the roof for the French star.

The transformed stage and catwalk within the Bernabeu gave Mbappé and the fans the opportunity to connect at the beginning of a five-year deal with a record fee of €150m. These insane wages show that Mbappé’s clear talent is viewed a necessity by the Spanish giants. The addition of the World Cupwinning forward provides Madrid with a frightening arsenal of world-class talent, one that may be hard to defeat in the coming years, especially with the signing of Jude Bellingham last summer.

Clare vs. Cork: Match Preview

In this historic match, one that mirrors 2013’s final, both teams will be searching for their first Championship since Clare won the epic affair 11 years ago.

The final will display a massive turn-out in support, a full-house Croke Park as well as a Pairc Ui Choimh fan-zone with over 50,000 supporters expected. The rebels recent run of form and momentum will seem unstoppable. The victory over Limerick seemed near-impossible with the last four years dominated by the Treaty county. However, Pat Ryan’s men showed class and efficiency, and truly blew Limerick off the stage on all corners of the pitch, dominating in an usually-Limerick winning third-quarter.

Brian Lohan’s lads are also experiencing an evidently successful campaign. The firepower in Clare’s forwards this year is a large reason for the success. Marquee man Shane O’Donnell is ex-

periencing the best year of his career, weaving magic in every game under Lohan so far this year. Banner hero Tony Kelly is also back in the fold. Looking back to earlier results in the Championship, its hard to say where both teams fare over each other. A match between the two earlier in the year saw a Clare victory of 3-26 to 3-24 over the Rebels. When both teams faced champions Limerick, Cork were victorious on both occasions, while Clare fell short of 6 points when faced against the Treaty. It's very hard to point a finger at the team with a specific advantage. Cork will try to carry forward the momentum against Limerick; quick, ruthless hurling with slick composure shown by the Patrick Horgan’s and Declan Dalton’s. When dissecting Clare, it's evident that Lohan’s men may have the psychological edge: A previous victory over the rebels will be a mental factor in the confidence of the boys in yellow and blue.

Killarney Celtic

FINALS NIGHT: Killarney Athletic A.F.C. 7-A-Side Tournament Sponsored By Killarney Credit Union 45th Year. Killarney Athletic A.F.C. are celebrating our 45th year of the 7 A Side. A very successful 7 A Side for its 45th year. Huge thank you to all our participants and their sponsors over the 3 weeks. In the under 14 final the runners up were The Shanty 0, and the winners were Tyre Kickers 3. The player of the underage tournament and received the Johnny Heffernan award went to David O’Donoghue Tricel FC. In the under 16 final the runners up were Floggie FC 0 and the winners Tricel FC 3. In the Over 35 final runners up were Tim Jones Butchers 1, and the winners were Aghadoe Physio 2. In the Reserve cup final the runners up were GM Tyres, and the winners were Fenit Folders. In the Senior final the runners up were Four Star Pizza 1, and the winners were Flesk Restaurant 2. Evan Cronin received the Kieran Cahillane Memorial Perpetual Cup for Player of the Senior tournament.

Killarney Celtic

LOTTO: Numbers drawn 1, 4, 5, 28. No jackpot winner. Match 3 winners received €40. Next jackpot €10,000 on Monday July 22nd. Tickets available from The Dungeon Bookshop, Amber Shop (Top of Ross Road), club members and online through Clubzap. SAVE THE DATE. Saturday July 27th. Killarney Celtic will host a 7a side tournament for men and ladies featuring teams from all over Munster. Each team is guaranteed 4 games. Public admission is €10. Bar and catering available. Kids play area also on site.

Mastergeeha

LOTTO: There was no winner on Friday 12th July 2024 of the Jackpot for €12,800. Numbers drawn were 01, 12, 16, 23. Consolation prizes of €50 went to Mary McSweeney; Mick Daly, Killarney; Joe Collins, Dooneen; Marian, Sinéad & Isabelle, Aghadoe. The next draw will be on Friday 19th July for Jackpot of €13,000.

Killarney Legion GAA

U15 BOYS: The Killarney Legion U15 Boys added the East Kerry Division 1 title to the County equivalent to land an impressive double in what is arguably the hardest environment to do it. They faced a Kilcummin side in Direen on Wednesday evening that was more than plucky and who really put it up to them, especially in the first half. That the win was achieved against the backdrop of absentees through injuries and holidays bodes well as it gave some players some extra responsibility and they embraced it to hold out for a 3-7 to 1-10 win. Even in the early stages Liam Quirke and Jack Grady hobbled off for Legion while Cian Maher left

the field injured for Kilcummin and we wish all three well with their recovery. Jack Culloty opened the scoring, but Kilcummin gained control with Darragh Keane, Cian Stack and Mark Fleming hitting 1-3 without reply. It was then the home side's turn to wrestle control with Culloty and Cian Hegarty hitting the onion sack. Those finishes were impressive, and they had to be as Kilcummin culbaire Joe O’Connor was immense between the sticks. That helped to send Legion in ahead 2-4 to 1-5 at half time. Mark Fleming hit Kilcummin’s opener, but Jack Culloty again found the net, this time from a spot kick which had to be dispatched expertly to the corner. That goal would prove to be the buffer for the remainder of the game as efforts from Cian Stack and Darragh Keane made no inroads into the lead, thanks mainly to nice point kicking from Samuel Scroope and Dara Horan. Referee Evan Horan did a fine job officiating and when he blew the long whistle, it had the County League champions three points to the good. Team: James Murphy, Ewan McGillycuddy, Jayden Hurley, James O’Callaghan, William Fogarty, Ronan O’Brien, Jamie Fleming, Mark Looney(C), Samuel Scroope, Dara Horan, Liam Quirke, Jack Culloty, Cian Hegarty, Jack Grady, Sean Lyne. Subs Marco Mosca, Luke Mosca, Ryan Kissane, Callum Cox, Sean Horan, Ryan Twomey, Matthew Myles. Well done to the management team of Enda Murphy, Peter O'Leary, Tomas Horan and Conor Myles on the night, not forgetting Fergal Moynihan (and son Conor) who are away this week.

INTERMEDIATE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: What seemed like a long way off for so long is now just around the corner. With Kerry’s All Ireland interest now over, the Intermediate Club Championship kicks off on the weekend of July 27th/28th. We face Glenflesk in the opening round with Gneeveguilla locking horns with St Mary's in the other game in our group. Both ties are to be fixed for neutral venues.

U11 BOYS: The East Kerry Board U11 go games commenced on Thursday evening with a home fixture to our neighbours Glenflesk. Two very competitive and fast-paced games ensued with excellent score taking from both sides on the evening. Huge thanks to our referees on the evening, John Keane and Oisin Fleming. It’s great to see young and younger taking up the whistle to officiate at our Go Games. Thanks to two excellent Glenflesk teams for visiting, and we look forward to returning the visit later in the season.

KERRY MINOR LADIES: Congrats to Andrea Murphy and the Kerry minor ladies who have qualified for the All-Ireland football final. They will meet Cavan in the big decider on Saturday July 27th.

Spa GAA

ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC: Thanks to Spa Golf Classic Committee Members; John Kelliher, Kieran Herlihy, Andrew Garnett, Peggy O’Donoghue, Eileen Magee, Seánie Kelliher, Paddy Casey, Tim Regan, Billy Morris, Gene Cronin, Peter Wickham, Donal Hickey. Thanks to the 55 teams who played in our Golf classic held at the picturesque Beaufort Golf Course. Winners - Tim Healy, John rice, Donal Brosnan, Sean Brosnan, 2nd place - Killarney Medical - Michael Paul Doherty, Tom Doherty, Paul and Elaine O’Sullivan, 3rd - All Ireland Golf Challenge - Stephen Kelliher, Ronan Kelliher, Liam Daniels and John Courtney, 4th place - Scott’s Hotel, 5th place – SuperValu, 6th place Pat Nagle. Nearest pin 1 - Paddy Casey. Nearest pin 2 - Derek O’Brien. Spa GAA Club is deeply grateful to the Courtney, Stack and O'Donoghue families of Killarney Oils, Tricel and The Killarney Oaks for their generous sponsorship of the event. Also like to thank Killarney Credit Union, FBD, James O’Brien and Patrick McSweeney, Denis Casey, San Francisco, Muckross Cottage, Donal Hickey and Sheahan’s Centra Muckross Rd.

U15: East Region Football League Division 1 B Final – Spa v Firies. Firies travelled to Spa this Wednesday 10th July to contest the U15 Division 1B Final. Firies opened the scoring with a fine point by Isaac Vickers. Liam Moynihan of Spa levelled matters before Ogie O’Leary Griffin put Firies back into the lead. A goal by Spa corner forward Ronan McCarthy put Spa two up, Firies followed with a point from wing forward Conor Foley, but Spa responded with three unanswered points, two from Mark Moriarty either side of a point from Maurice Joy to lead 1-04 to 0-3 after 10 minutes. Ryan Vickers & Daniel Cronin added points for Firies to reduce the margin to 2 points with Firies coming more into the game at this point. Isaac Vickers pointed a free which was followed by a penalty awarded to Firies for a leg block. Jonah Casey of Spa saved brilliantly but Ryan Vickers of Firies was quickest to react and netted the rebound for Firies. This goal was followed by another point by Isaac Vickers which left Firies leading at Half Time on a Scoreline of Firies 1-07 Spa 1-04. By the 40th minute the game was really in the balance with Spa clawing back Firies lead to 2 points with points from Maurice Joy & Liam Moynihan while Firies Isaac Vickers pointed a free. Firies 1-08 to Spa 1-06. Firies followed this with a point from Ogie O’Leary Griffin. Spa responded by taking lead from another point by Maurice Joy and a goal by midfielder Daithi Stack to leave the scoreline Spa 2-07 Firies 1-09. Firies regrouped and retook the lead with 3 unanswered points, one each from corner back Noel O’Sullivan, Ryan Vickers and James Barry. Moving

into the final 10 minutes, the game was now played at a frantic pace, James Barry pointing for Firies, Daithi Stack for Spa & two more points from Firies Kevin O’Shea & Ryan Quilter leaving the scoreline Firies 1-15 Spa 2-08. Aidan Hickey pointed for Spa, Jack O’Connor for Firies followed by a Mark Moriarty point for Spa with the score being Firies 1-16 Spa 2-10. Three points the difference coming up to the finish, but the game was not yet over. Daniel Duggan in the Firies goal made two fantastic saves to deny Spa a goal. Maurice Joy pointed for Spa, but it was Firies night, who came out on top in a thrilling affair on a scoreline of Firies 1-16 Spa 2-11. Winning Captain Padraig O’Sullivan accepted the Division 1B Trophy on behalf of the victorious U-15 Firies Team. Congratulations to Firies, commiserations to Spa and many thanks to Padraig O’Sullivan of Glenflesk who officiated the game.

ALL-IRELAND FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: Hard luck to the Kerry Seniors including our own Dara Moynihan who lost out to Armagh on Saturday last in the Semi-Final stages.

NOTES: Any items for the Spa notes please contact Club PRO on 0857762411 or email pro.spa.kerry@gaa.ie before 7pm on Sundays.

Dr Crokes GAA

ACADEMY: Our Academy continues every Saturday morning, for boys and girls between 4 and 11 from the Killarney area. Hurling from 10-11 and Football from 11:15-12:15. Fun and friendship guaranteed. Bring a friend.

LOTTO took place July 15th Numbers drawn were 4, 7, 24, 26. Jackpot of €8,900 was NOT WON. 8 patrons matched 3 numbers and receive €50 each. Jackpot for draw on July 22nd will be €9,200. Play online via Clubforce. DR. CROKES SHOP: You can shop worldwide on our online shop.

BINGO: Dr Crokes Bingo continues every Sunday in St. Mary's Parish Hall. Doors will open at 7pm with the first game commencing at 8pm.

SAVE THE DATE: Our Club BBQ and Street League Final will take place on Friday 30th August.

BEST OF LUCK to Kayleigh Cronin and the Kerry Senior Ladies in the All-Ireland Semi Final on Saturday.

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS to Joe O'Shea who celebrated his birthday recently. NOTES: If anyone has anything they want to add to our club notes please email pro.drcrokes.kerry@gaa.ie.

Kilcummin GAA

LOTTO: There was no winner on Monday 15th July of the Jackpot for €12,250. Numbers drawn were 08, 18, 24, 27. Consolation prizes of €50 went to Damien O’Leary, Diarmuid Gorman, Rachel Clifford, and John Michael O’Donoghue. The next draw will be on Monday 29th July for Jackpot of €12,500.

Kilcummin LGFA

LGFA: The LGFA are celebrating their 50th anniversary on Friday 26th July. To mark this special milestone Kilcummin LGFA cordially invites everyone to an “Evening of Golden Celebrations”. The evening will begin @ 6.30pm with photographs of all current players at all levels & our Mothers & Others Team. From 7-8pm there will be a Festival of Football (weather permitting), from 8pm tea/coffee, cake & finger food will be served in the Klub bar and Hall. On this special evening, Kilcummin LGFA will remember our late Vice Chairperson Ger Healy, who passed away suddenly last March. R.I.P. As everyone is aware Ger was the backbone of Kilcummin LGFA, He was not only our leader and our mentor but our loyal friend. In recognition of his total devotion, dedication and commitment to Kilcummin LGFA, a special presentation of a memorial plaque will be made to the Healy Family that evening. Ger will always be fondly remembered by all in Kilcummin LGFA. His absence is profoundly felt but his spirit, positive energy and legacy continues to inspire us, and his invaluable contribution will be recognised and celebrated on the 26th July also. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis. Members of Kilcummin CCE have been invited to perform and no doubt their performance will get all our blood pumping and our feet tapping. To plan for the event, we ask all current players to confirm their attendance to their lead mentors and everyone else to RSVP by messaging Esther on 087 9924603 by 8pm Fri 19th July.

Fossa GAA

LOTTO: The numbers drawn on 14/07/2024 for a jackpot of €3,750 were 3, 6, 16, 25. There was no jackpot winner. The €40 consolation prize winners were Kevin Curtin, Online; Jo Hart, Online; Pat Sheehan, Petra O’Brien, Lorcan O’Doherty. Tickets are available from our sellers and can also be bought online via Clubforce.

RESULT: Development League Division 1 Final - Listry 2-14 Fossa 1-10. Fossa faced a strong Listry side in the Development league final. We had many scoring opportunities in the 1st half, but only converted four to leave the half time score, Listry 1-8, Fossa 0-4, with the Listry goal coming from the penalty spot. Listry were awarded a second penalty early in the 2nd half, which they converted. Fossa fought back bravely in the last 20 minutes and created a number of goal scoring opportunities, with one converted by Colm Talbot. Fossa had some excellent performances on the night, with both cornerbacks, Sean Dineen and Peader Kelliher, and both wing backs Ted O’Gorman and Ryan O’Leary having great games. Team: Colin Myers, Sean

Dineen, Francis Moran, Peader Kelliher, Ryan O’Leary, Anthony O’Keeffe, Ted O’Gorman (0-1), Mark Donnellon, Colm Talbot (1-0), Kevin McCarthy (0-3), Jack Clifford (0-1), Emmet Cronin (0-1), Jack Sugrue (0-2), Rocco Sheehan (01), Darren Cronin, Padraig Burke (0-1), Tadgh O’Sullivan.

KERRY LADIES: Well done to Seodhla Colleran who was part of the Kerry Minor team who beat Galway in the All-Ireland U-18 semi-final on Friday evening in Rathkeale.

Glenflesk GAA

FLESK FEST 24: After much anticipation Flesk Fest 24 is finally here! A weekend of Live Music, Fun and Entertainment. On Thursday night we have 'Poker in the Marquee', on Friday night 'Dance Hall Friday' with Paudie McAuliffe and the Paudie Coffey Band. On Saturday morning we have 'Well Flesk' which includes fitness classes, spinning, yoga, pilates, etc, and a Mothers & Others Football Blitz. Later that afternoon we have live music from leading local musicians from 3-7, Up in Smoke from 7-9 and DJ Gav Kelly 9 to Close. On Sunday we have Family Fun Day, the All-Ireland Hurling Final on the big screen and Live Music from Thingamajig & Meadhbh Walsh. We have a huge marquee on site, full bar, food stalls, etc. There is something for everyone! It promises to be a fantastic weekend! All welcome! Kindly supported by Kerry County Council.

UNDERAGE: Cúl Camp ran a very successful summer camp in Glenflesk where the children enjoyed a week full of fun and football! Our U11's travelled to Legion where they played 2 very competitive games. Our U15's were narrowly defeated by Dr Crokes in the East Kerry Under 15 Division 1D League Final. Final Score Glenflesk/Kilgarvan 1-8 Dr Crokes 2-8.

KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK: Saturday 24th August. A bus is being organised from the parish (subject to sufficient numbers). If you're interested in travelling on the day, please contact 087 2547361 for more information.

LOTTO: There was no winner of Glenflesk Lotto which took place on 08/07/24 in Glenflesk Hall. Jackpot €3,600. The numbers drawn were 8, 16, 28, 29. Consolation Prizes of €50 - Lucy Guerin, Clohane, Kerry Way (Sellers Prize), Mike O'Donoghue, Knockanes (Online), James Moynihan, Rossacrue (Online). Next draw will take place in Glenflesk Hall on Monday 22nd July. Jackpot will be €3,800. Thank you to all who support our Lotto, our committee and sellers.

KERRY: Well done to Aoise O'Donoghue and Kathryn Ryan who were part of the Kerry team to beat Galway 6-08 to 1-10 in the All-Ireland U18 A Championship Semi Final. Best of luck to Emma

Dineen and the Kerry ladies who take on Armagh this Saturday in the All-Ireland Semi Final in Tullamore at 7:15pm.

ACADEMY: Continues every Tuesday evening 6:15 to 7:15pm in Barraduff Community Field. All welcome! NOTES: If you would like anything added in the notes please email to pro. glenflesk.kerry@gaa.ie.

Listry GAA

LOTTO: Numbers drawn 2, 16, 20, 22. Winner €4.950 Helen Heffernan Laharn Faha congratulations.

SENIORS: The seniors play the Fr Galvin cup final Friday 26th July at home in Listry time tbc.

U15: The U15A team play Cordal in the Div 1C East Kerry final Wednesday 24th July at 7pm in Listry.

U13: U13 A and B team are away to Firies Sunday 21st July at 5pm and 6pm.

East Kerry GAA

RESULTS: MD O’Shea Sponsored East Kerry U15 League Final. Division 1AKillarney Legion 3-7 Kilcummin 1-10. Division 1B - Firies 1-16 Spa 2-11. Division 1D - Dr Crokes 2-8 Glenflesk 1-8. Division 2B - Kenmare 3-10 Beaufort 2-7. Division 2C - Gneeveguilla 3-14 Rathmore 3-7. Division 2D - Currow 2-5 Scartaglen 6-9. East Kerry Junior League 2024 - Division 1 - Currow 2-11 Dr Crokes 3-15. Rathmore 2-13 Gneeveguilla 1-11. Division 2 - Kilcummin 2-20 Firies 4-9. Legion 4-7 Spa 1-6.

ALL-IRELAND LADIES FOOTBALL

CHAMPIONSHIP: Best wishes to the Kerry Ladies in the All-Ireland Quarter Final win against Armagh in Tullamore on Saturday.

BOARD MEETING: The next meeting of the East Kerry Board takes place at 9pm on Tuesday 23 July at Heights Hotel Killarney.

CONDOLENCES: Sympathies to the families of Micheál O’Donoghue Barraduff, Headford & Droumnaharee, Glenflesk, Killarney, Kerry, and 2 time All Ireland winning manager, John O’Mahoney on their recent deaths.

Beaufort GAA

FIXTURES: Senior men will be in Group 3 with Fossa, Castleisland Desmonds and Ballydonoghue in the qualifying rounds of the upcoming Intermediate Club Championship.

LOTTO: The next draw for a jackpot of €4,600 will be on Sunday, 21st July in Galvin’s Bar. Tickets are available from usual sellers, shops, and public houses and online at www.beaufortgaa.com.

Please note that online lotto closes at 7pm on draw night. Any tickets purchased after 7pm are entered into the next draw. Thank you to everybody who support the lotto and our lotto sellers.

THANK YOU: Thank you to everybody who attended our summer camp, the organisers, coaches, special guests and

anyone who helped in any way. BEST OF LUCK to Hannah, Fay and Fiadhna and the Kerry Senior Ladies team and management who will play Armagh in the TG4 All Ireland senior football semi-final on Saturday, 20th July at 7.15pm in Glenisk O’Connor Park, Tullamore.

CONGRATULATIONS to Mary Jo, Coach and Lori O’Connor and Lily Kearins, the Kerry Ladies minor team and management who have reached the ZuCar All Ireland Ladies minor A final. They will play Cavan in the final on Saturday, 27th July.

Milltown/Castlemaine GAA

Lotto: Sponsored by Almas Takeaway, Milltown. The most recent fortnightly club lotto draw took place on Monday, July 8th at the club grounds. There was no jackpot winner on this occasion. The numbers drawn were 14, 22, 24 and the bonus ball was 7. Lucky Dip Winners: €50 Colin McKenna, Castlemaine. €50 David Heasman, Milltown. €25 Peter Moriarty, Milltown. €25 Linus & Darina Burke, Milltown. €25 Danny, Johnny & Maura Healy Rae, Kilgarvan. €25 Paul Fay, Killorglin. Our next club lotto draw is scheduled to take place on Monday, July 22nd at 19:30pm in the Clubhouse where the jackpot will be €13,000. Get your draw tickets or renew your yearly tickets online on Clubforce or get your tickets for the next draw from all the usual local outlets. Mile búiochas do gach duine for playing Milltown/Castlemaine Clubs Fortnightly Fundraiser, the money raised is vital to the day to day running of our club and your support is sincerely appreciated.

CONDOLENCES: All involved in Milltown/Castlemaine GAA would like to pass on our sincere condolences to the family of the late Thomas Bracker O'Regan of Ardshanavooly, Killarney and Tralee, Co. Kerry who passed away recently. Thomas' daughter Evelyn, his son-in-law Mark and his grandchildren Oisin, Eoghan, Tomas and Ryan are highly valued members of our club community. Our thoughts and prayers are with Thomas' family and friends at this most difficult time. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

FIXTURES: Milltown/Castlemaine will take on Na Gaeil in Round 1 of the 2024 Kerry Petroleum Senior Club Football Championship on Saturday, July 27th with time and venue to be confirmed over the coming days. Stay tuned to our club social media channels for more updates! Depending on the Round 1 result, they will face further fixtures against Dingle and Dr. Crokes respectively in Rounds 2 and 3. Milltown/Castlemaine's Senior 'B' team have played their opening four fixtures in the Mid Kerry Junior Football League with three wins and 1 loss accumulated. They have

recorded wins over An Ghaeltacht (Rd 1), Laune Rangers (Rd 3) and Beaufort (Rd 4) with their only defeat coming in Rd 2 against Glenbeigh/Glencar by three points. Round 5 will take place on Tuesday, July 16th (tonight) when Milltown/Castlemaine 'B' take on Keel 'B' at Keel GAA Grounds with a throw-in time of 7:30pm. All support would be most welcome for the lads.

Killarney Camogie Club

KERRY SENIORS: Congratulations to the Kerry seniors on a great win over Galway in the All-Ireland Intermediate Quarter Final last Saturday 13th July in Semple Stadium, Thurles. They will now play Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Semi Final on Saturday 27th July. Best of luck to the team and management, especially Kate Lynch and Áine Devlin.

KERRY UNDER 15: The County U15 team will play in the Munster Blitz on Saturday 20th July in Mallow GAA Complex. Best of luck to the team and management, especially Killarney players Shannon Murphy, Laura Griffin, Holly McLoughlin, Maebh O'Connor & Doireann Dineen.

KERRY UNDER 16: The Kerry U16 team will play Westmeath in the B Shield Semi Final on Saturday 20th July. Throw in is at 1pm in Rathdowney GAA, Co Laois. Best of luck to the team and management, especially Killarney players Shannon Murphy & Ava Moore.

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: Hayes Cup kindly sponsored by O’Brien Coffey McSweeney. GOY Prize 18 Hole Single Stableford played on Killeen Course on 13th & 14th July 2024. Winner Mary A Cronin (19) 46 pts, 2nd June O’Brien (22) 42 pts, Best Gross Lisa Cullen 35 pts, 3rd Elizabeth O’Farrell (14) 40 pts, 4th Gretta O’Regan (37) 40 pts, 5th Mary O’Rourke (25) 40 pts, 6th Eileen Sugrue (39) 39 pts.

NEXT FIXTURE will be 20th & 21thJuly 2024 Play in Pink kindly sponsored by Flesk Restaurant is 18 Hole Single Stableford on Killeen Course.

Castlerosse Golf Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: 9H Stableford. 1st: Barbara O’Shea, 2nd: Kay Spillane. 18H Stableford - 1st: Mary Tobin, 2nd: Mary O’Reilly, 3rd: Kay Malone.

SOCIAL GOLF: Social golf every Wednesday. Book on BRS. NOREEN MOORE COMPETITION: The Noreen Moore Competition starts this week, and the first match is on Thursday, 18th July 2024, against Killarney Golf & Fishing Club. Best of luck to our team.

MIXED SCRAMBLES: Mixed scrambles every Tuesday at 6pm. Visitors welcome.

PLAY IN PINK DAY: The Play in Pink Charity Fundraising Day will be held on Saturday, 27th July 2024. This will be a 4ball mixed scramble.

GOLF LESSONS: Kieran Crehan is available to give golf lessons. Contact Kieran directly on 087 2748777.

Ross Golf Club (Men)

RESULTS: On July 14th we held a club sponsored 10-hole competition. The winners were 1st Jordan O'Shea 26, 2nd Jim Delaney 24, 3rd Gerard Murphy 21, 4th M J Casey 21. On Thursday 11th our Seniors held their weekly competition. The winners were: 1st Pat Mitchell 18 pts, 2nd Mossie Cremin 18 pts, 3rd Andy Cole 18pts.

FIXTURES: On July 21st we will hold a stableford competition and the usual process applies for tee time bookings. Best of luck to Killarney Race Company for a successful July Racing Festival. Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club

MUNSTER STROKEPLAY: Damien Fleming finished third in the Munster Senior Men’s event in Ardnacrusha in Clare after shooting 22 under par for 54 holes. It was his second Munster medal of the year having finished as runner-up in the Matchplay event back in May.

COUNTY U16 STROKEPLAY: Congratulations to Brian McCarthy on retaining the County Boys title in Listowel last Friday as he was the clear winner with a score of eight under par. Ben Kelliher finished runner-up on countback on two under par with Aodhan O’Halloran winning the 8-12 Section ahead of Fionn McMonagle.

SUNDAY DRAWS: Fourball BetterballFirst Nett: Gearoid Cronin & Mike 'Seve' O'Leary 37, Gross: Sean Ashe & Sean O'Brien 46 and Second Nett: Dave Spillane & John Murphy 39.

WEDNESDAY COMPETITION: Played Thursday July 11th- Singles- Nett: John Looney 46. Back to Wednesday again at 7.30pm for the rest of July. Open to club members aged 14 or over.

CLUB MATCHPLAY: A reminder that all Round 1 matches must be completed by next Monday July 22nd at dusk.

IRISH OPEN: Our best wishes to both Connie O’Sullivan Jnr and Paddy Murphy who are heading to Ryston in Newbridge in taking part in this weekend’s event.

Muckross Rowing Club

IRISH ROWING CHAMPIONSHIPS: The flatwater rowing season of 2023/24 drew to a close last weekend with three days of top-quality racing at the Irish Rowing Championships held at the National Rowing Centre in Farran, Cork. The weather conditions obliged with mostly calm conditions prevailing after Friday morning through to a still and sunny day on Sunday. Our congratula-

tions go to Ronan Fahy and Cian Scannell, who won gold in a thrilling final of the Men’s Junior 16 Double. There were also top six finishes for a number of Muckross crews including Daniel Fleming in the Men’s Junior Single (6th), Khim Fleming and Rachel Fuller in the Women’s Junior Double (5th) and Daniel Fleming, Ian Coffey, Cillian Leslie and Ronan Fahy in the Men’s Junior Quad (4th) and Daniel Fleming and Cillian Leslie in the Men’s Junior Double (6th). It was also a successful Championship for Muckross rowers racing with their universities. Congrats go to two double Championship winners - Niamh Coffey (Women’s Senior Eight and Quad) and Ethan O’Neill, UCC RC (Men’s Intermediate Pair and Club Four). Congrats also to Finn O’Sullivan (UL RC), winner in the Men’s Intermediate Four. A full results round up is on our Facebook page.

HOME INTERNATIONAL REGATTA: Best of luck to Patrick Buckley, Finn O’Sullivan, Ethan O’Neill and Niamh Coffey who will all race for Ireland next weekend at the Home International Regatta. The annual contest features crews from Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales.

Workmen’s Rowing Club

SUNDAY: The beautiful weather on Sunday morning last allowed our crews to enjoy the lake. A very special thank you to all our crews who took part in the national championships last weekend at the national rowing centre Farran, Farran Wood, Co Cork.

COLLECTION: While some of our oars people competed over the weekend our Annual Street collection occurred in Killarney. Thanks to all club and family members who shook the buckets on Saturday last weekend. The club would especially like to thank the public for their generous support for our annual collection, it is greatly appreciated. TRAINING continues as usual for all members.

Killarney Swimming Club

NATIONALS: Five Members of Killarney Swimming Club will compete at the Irish Summer Nationals this month. Aoibhinn Heinemann, Lara O'Brien Leahy and Sarah Quirke will compete at the Irish National Age Groups Championships at the University of Limerick from 11th-14th July. Aoibhinn will compete in the 50M Free. Lara is competing in the 200M Back and 100M Back. Sarah in the 200m Breast. Ella Cremin and Cathal Mackey have qualified for the Irish Youth and Senior Summer Nationals at the National Aquatic Centre in Dublin from 23rd-27th July. Over the five days of competition, Ella will compete in 200M Fly, 50M Free, 100M Fly, 200M IM, 100M Free, 200M Back, 100M Back and 400IM.Cathal will compete in the 200M back, 50m Free, 100M Fly

and 100M Back. All swimmers achieved qualifying times between January and June for their events, which has allowed them to qualify for Nationals. The group has teamed up with Kingdom Swimming Club and Ballybunion Swimming Club and has been training intensively in Tralee up to 8 times per week since the end of May in preparation for their swims under the guidance of their head Coach Erin McNulty and Kingdom Head Coach Ger McDonnell and his team. Killarney Swimming Club is looking forward to an exciting month of swimming for these young and dedicated swimmers.

Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club

SURVEY: There is currently a Nationwide Mayfly survey underway, funded by the National Biodiversity Action Plan and supported by 28 county councils across Ireland. This project is an excellent opportunity to survey a diversity of freshwater systems in our communities and as anglers with good knowledge of the aquatic system on the waters, the club was proud to be invited to participate. Mayflies play important roles in Ireland’s freshwater ecosystems and are typically indicative of a healthy water body. Understanding Mayfly species distributions will help inform future conservation efforts and improve the management of our rivers and lakes. Ironically the lifespan of the Mayfly does not adhere to the month of May and as such the project is active for the whole summer. A Mayfly collection kit with detailed instructions on how to collect specimens is available from the club secretary - all specimens returned via the club will be identified and the organisation will provide us with a detailed report on the species that we have found in our waters. Any members interested in participating are asked to make contact with the club secretary directly or email kstac1982@ gmail.com.

Fossa Bridge Club

RESULTS: 11th July. N/S - 1st Horst Rosler & Marie O’Sullivan Kenmare, 2nd Anne Looney & Maura G Moynihan, 3rd Mary Rose Felle & Mary Shanahan. E/W - 1st Tim & Mai Corcoran, 2nd Hanneke Nieman & Don O’Sullivan, 3rd Margaret O’Sullivan & Carmel Daly. SUMMER BRIDGE continues every Thursday morning at 9.45am for 10am start at The Castlerosse Hotel. All bridge players are welcome.

Kilcummin

KILCUMMIN CCÉ: We wish all of our competitors, and their mentors, the very best of luck at Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan in Thurles over the coming days. For full details of all competitions and events, please visit munsterfleadh. ie.