Following the HSE’s recent announcement that the reimbursement to people travelling to Belfast for a Catatact Procedure would be reduced, I raised the matter in the Dail with the Taoiseach and Minister for Health and the HSE.
They have agreed to extend the date of changes for the reimbursement until the end of August 2024.
Therefore I am advising anybody who is in need of a Cataract Procedure to book your place NOW on one of the three buses that I have arranged during the month of August.
Please contact myself or my office for full details and everything will be arranged for you.
I assure you that I will continue making strong epresentation until such time as the Government can provide a proper service for people in the Republic of Ireland. Until such time, the reimbursement needs to be reinstated to the full amount to ensure people can go to Belfast to get their sight back.
Weekly clinic at Scotts Hotel every Saturday @ 3pm. I am always contactable on 087 2461678
ARE YOU PLANNING YOUR SUMMER HOLIDAYS?
Currently in Kerry there are over 800 people waiting to have a cataract removed and the current wait time is almost 4 years
Would you like to have it removed by the end of August and have your sight restored ?
Is your passport in date?
The HSE will change the reimbursement amount for a cataract removal on the 1st September 2024. This will mean that any patient who travels after 1st September will only receive €863 as a refund compared to the current amount of €1900. So, I’m urging anyone who is considering travelling to please contact me or my office immediately, so you can travel before 31st August and get your full refund.
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Major rescue operation as tour boat runs aground on Lough Leane
The Killarney Water Rescue, Search and Recovery Unit led a major rescue operation on Lough Leane on Sunday.
A large tour boat with upwards of 70 persons on board had gone aground in poor weather conditions close to Innisfallen Island.
“On the afternoon of Sunday, August 4, Killarney Water Rescue, Search and Recovery Unit received calls from Valentia Coastguard, Killarney Fire and Rescue and the Gardai regarding an emergency on Lough Leane,” explained Killarney Water Rescue chairman Kieran Caulfield
“At the time we were out on the Upper Lake on a training session. We immediately returned to Fivemile Bridge where we launched [the training boat].
“We had to recover the boat and travel by road to Ross Castle due to the very low water levels meaning it was not possible to take the boat down Old Weir.
“While en route to Ross Castle we received word to stand down as the tour boat had managed to get off the rocks
and return to Ross Castle where the passengers disembarked safely.”
“This was a significant event and could have become a very serious situation. The response involved emergency services from Fire, Gardai, Ambulance and Killarney Water Rescue, Search and Recovery Unit, as well as NPWS Park Rangers on the scene.
It is worth noting the only service with Search, Rescue and Recovery capabilities on the water in the region is Killarney Water Rescue, Search and Recovery Unit.”
A chocolate factory for Killarney?
Killarney could have its own chocolate factory after a planning application to build convert an existing premises on Bohereencael near the Glebe Car Park was lodged.
The people behind the Dunloe Lodge on College St have submitted a planning application to Kerry County Council seeking permission for a number of alterations to a building on the town centre lane.
The proposed development includes converting parts of the first and second floors from residential accommodation
into areas for chocolate product preparation.
The ground floor will also see changes, with plans for a new advertising sign and alterations to the wheelchair accessible toilet in the café area.
The application also seeks permission for external changes to the building, including alterations to the elevation and raising part of the roof at second floor level.
If approved, the expansion will create a new space for visitors to experience chocolate making demonstrations.
Killarney Water Rescue urgently needs a Search and Recovery
Sunday’s dramatic rescue operation highlighted the urgent need for a permanent base for the Killarney Water Rescue, Search and Recovery Unit.
Since the retirement of several members late last year and early this year their equipment is stored in several volunteers homes, as they have no base. (KWR) chairman Kieran Caulfield is warning that the lack of a headquarters has hampered the units ability to react to calls. In July KWR was unable to respond to an emergency callout at Lough Leane and the Shannon based Rescue 115 helicopter attended the scene instead.
In November 2022 well-known boat operator Donal ‘Dux’ O’Donoghue called for a dedicated search and rescue boathouse to be built near Ross Castle, after two male kayakers were overturned in bad weather. The kayakers were able to get to Lamb Island and raise the alarm The volunteer KWR service launched their rescue boat from Dundag near Muckross, nearly 8kms from Lamb Island. Their boat is currently stored at a private house and once they get a call they must navigate the notorious Killarney traffic before they can launch their boat.
“It is crucial new volunteers come forward for the vital service to be maintained and available to respond in such emergencies. Volunteers need not have any prior experience as training is provided. Volunteer roles include Shore Crews, Boat Crews, Recovery Divers, Fundraising, Social Media and Bookkeeping for example,” said Mr Caulfield.
White-tailed Eagle chicks released into wild at Killarney National Park
Tánaiste Michéal Martin TD, along with Minister for Nature, Heritage and Electoral Reform Malcolm Noonan TD, released four White-tailed Eagle chicks back into the wild at Killarney National Park.
The chicks are the first of 27 to be released in various locations around the country over the coming weeks, as part of an ongoing NPWS programme to reintroduce this once-extinct species back to Ireland.
Speaking at Killarney National Park, the Tánaiste said:
“It is a remarkable experience to witness these majestic birds in their natural habitat here at Killarney National Park. I’ve been following this reintroduction programme with real interest since the first chicks were released here at the Park in 2007. The White-tailed Eagle is an important part of our biodiversity, but also our heritage. Their reappearance in our skies is a source of wonder and interest for local and international visitors to Killarney National Park.
I would like to thank the NPWS staff, landowners and international partners from Norway for their work on the programme. We are all invested in the survival of these rare and beautiful birds, and have a part to play in keeping them safe.”
Once native to Ireland, the White-tailed Eagle became extinct in the nineteenth century. The White-tailed Eagle is a bird of prey and plays an important part in protecting our biodiversity. Since 2007 NPWS has been working with international partners, landowners and communities to reintroduce this iconic species to Irish skies. As part of phase two of this reintroduction project, a number of chicks are being brought over to Ireland from Norway. They are cared for in safe and secure locations until they are ready
to be released.
Minister Noonan said:
“This Programme is one of a number of NPWS initiatives underway to restore our biodiversity. This is the second phase of this reintroduction project, and we now have evidence of White-tailed Eagles breeding in counties further afield - from the south of the island in Cork right up to Donegal.
Killarney is a special place for the Whitetailed Eagle. This year, in Killarney National Park, two chicks have successfully fledged for the fourth year in a row.”
All of the chicks are fitted with satellite tags so that their movements can be tracked as they disperse and establish in new areas. The chicks are vulnerable to external factors such as adverse weather conditions, avian influenza and disease, and illegal poisonings.
Niall Ó Donnchú, Director General with the NPWS said:
“This reintroduction Programme really is a flagship initiative for NPWS, as it reflects so many elements of our conservation work – time and care, using science and best practice, combined with strong community engagement and partnership.”
Eamonn Meskell, Divisional Manager NPWS, Killarney National Park said:
“All of us at Killarney National Park welcome the White-tailed Eagles returning to nest, breed and fledge their chicks. The Park provides the perfect nesting habitat, with its old, tall oak and pine trees, quiet surroundings and an ample supply of fish available in the lakes for their survival.”
Tánaiste Michéal Martin TD, along with Minister for Nature, Heritage and Electoral Reform Malcolm Noonan TD, with Divisional Manager National Parks and WIldlife Service (NPWS) Eamonn Meskell, released four White-tailed Eagle chicks back into the wild at Killarney National Park.
Killarney Oaks Hotel expansion plans
The Killarney Oaks Hotel has announced plans for a significant extension.
Hotel management has lodged a planning application with Kerry County Council to expand the four-star hotel on Muckross Road.
The hotel, renowned for its warm hospitality and stunning views, hopes to add 35 new rooms to cater to increasing
demand.
The expansion will also include new amenities such as a function room at first-floor level and a covered outdoor seating dining area.
The plans include a revised main entrance to the hotel lobby, an updated entrance to the existing function room lobby and new balconies to three existing first-floor bedrooms.
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Crokes return to The Cricket Field to mark Street League centenary
Dr Crokes will be reeling back the years when the club celebrates the Centenary of the Killarney Street League.
The Street League was played for the first time in 1924 at the Cricket Field, Muckross Road when four teams, one each representing College Street, Main Street, New Street, and High Street took part.
The 2024 first-round games get underway at 6.30 pm on Friday at the Lewis Rd playing pitches and will continue each Friday.
SCHEDULE
Round 1: August 9, Lewis Rd. Round 2 August 16, Lewis Rd. pitches, 6.30 pm
Round 3: August 23, The Cricket Field, 6.30 pm (Muckross Rd, on the banks of the Flesk River) and at the Fitzgerald Stadium 7.30 pm.
Round 4: (final) August 30 at Lewis Rd.
The 100-year-old very valuable Silver Street Cup dating back to 1924 will be presented on the evening of the final by club president Jackie Looney followed by the annual Summer Barbeque - the club’s social highlight of the summer.
“We are making an extra effort with this year’s Street League to mark the centenary of this wonderful project linking our juveniles and adult members in Dr Crokes' summer celebration”, said David Byrne, Crokes Juvenile Secretary and leader of
the project assisted by a great backup team from the Saturday morning Academy coaching sessions.
Former Dr Crokes and Kerry Stars will coach each team. Colm ‘Gooch’ Cooper is in charge of College Street, the High St manager is Johnny Buckley, former Kerry Ladies star Amanda Brosnan is the New Street coach and Kieran O’Leary is in charge of the Main Street team.
Will sharpshooter ‘Gooch’, the holder of five All-Ireland medals, repeat the College Street win of the inaugural 1924 final against New Street on the score of 4-4 to 2-1, refereed by Small Jer O’Leary, or will Brosnan, the former Crokes star with Kerry LGFA surprise everyone? New St were known locally as ‘The Boys below the Bridge.
Killarney mourns loss of beloved auctioneer and baker
The town was saddened to learn of the passing of John Buckley, a well-known auctioneer and former owner of a popular bakery on the High Street.
Mr. Buckley was a familiar and respected figure in the community, known for his fair dealings and warm personality. John made his mark on the town by running the successful Killarney Bakery for many years. Later he became a respected auctioneer. Outside of business, he was a director and chairman of the Killarney Race Company and a longtime member of Killarney Golf and Fishing Club. He also served on the national executive of Fianna Fáil for several years.
Mr Buckley, of Aghadoe and formerly of Caherbarnagh, Rathmore passed peacefully on July 30. His funeral took place last Friday and Saturday. He is survived by his wife Patricia, children Shane, Denise and Orla, daughter-in-law Brigid, son-in-law Peter and many other relatives and friends.
of Dr Crokes.
“I wish to express my appreciation to David Byrne, our Juvenile Secretary, and all of his helpers for organising this historic Centenary project and for their thorough preparations for the next four Friday evenings, followed by the annual summer Barbeque for all of our members.”
The Tralee and Killarney rivalry kicked in immediately after College Street won the inaugural Street League.
Rock Street (later Austin Stacks) winners of the Tralee Town League challenged the Killarney winners. Paul Russell was only 18 years' old when he played at right corner back on the College Street team which won the 1924 Killarney Street League title. He impressed the Kerry selectors so much in the Street League that he went straight into the Kerry senior football team.
All-Ireland winner Buckley has mustered a fine High Street team but O’Leary, his former Kerry and Crokes colleague, will be encouraging Main Street to spring a surprise.
“Even though Dr Crokes was founded in 1886, and we had won the Kerry Senior Football Championship in 1901,1912,1913,1914, there was little or no football in Kerry during the War of Independence and the Civil War.
Young people longed for games and the Kerryman newspaper of October 18, 1924, reported that at a meeting of Dr Crokes Killarney, it was decided to form an Inter-Street League for the winter months and to present the winners with a silver Cup,” said Eoin Brosnan, the former All-Ireland winner and current chairman
Still a student at St Brendan’s College his first time wearing the green and gold was in the delayed 1923 All-Ireland final (played in September 1924), narrowly beaten by Dublin.
He was the automatic choice for right half-back and went on to win six All-Ireland medals by the age of 26, still the only Killarney man to do so.
In 1924 it was boys only who were catered for. The LGFA wasn’t formed until 1974 and it's fitting that the 2024 Street League caters for boys and girls. The latter are very prominent at the Saturday Academies.
Senior club player Kayleigh Cronin, AllStar and now All-Ireland LGFA winner as well as TG4’s Laoch na hImeartha in Kerry’s spectacular win at Croke Park on Sunday last will will be attending the games encouraging young girls to dream that one-day success can be theirs at Croke Park.
Killarney Looking Good acknowledging the contribution of €1,000 made by Bill Daly of Daly’s Supervalu, that will greatly assist the work done by the Tidy Towns Volunteers. Pictured in the photo are Declan Murphy, Kerry County Council; Johnny McGuire, Killarney Looking Good; Michael Gleeson, Chairperson Killarney Looking Good; Billy Daly of Daly’s Suplervalu; Kathleen Foley, Killarney Looking Good.
Scenes from the opening ceremony in 2023 with coaches Colm Cooper and Tony Brosnan leading the teams onto the pitch
Muckross duo to contest European regatta for Ireland
Following the record success for Irish rowing in Paris, excitement is building once more for two talented rowers from Muckross Rowing Club who have been selected to don the green jersey.
Ian Coffey and Daniel Fleming are among a select group of just five male and nine female rowers who will race for Ireland at the Coupe de la Jeunesse Regatta for European Under 19 rowers.
The Coupe Regatta is an annual rowing competition that features crews from 16 European countries. This year’s edition takes place in Racice, Czech Republic from August 9 to 11.
The high standard of competition at the event has again seen a rigorous selection process within the competing nations.
Ian and Daniel’s selection journey began in the autumn of 2023 when a long series of trial events commenced.
In parallel with their ongoing club training over the winter season and through to the summer, both Ian and Daniel contested several national trial events on land and water, which saw the field of trialists progressively narrowed.
The final Irish crew selection was announced at the end of June.
Ian is the son of Emir and Maurice Coffey, from Coolies in Muckross and Daniel is
the son of Eileen and Joe Fleming from Faughcullia, Muckross.
Ian and Daniel have been rowing with their local club since the age of 12 and attend St. Brendan’s College, Killarney, where they are preparing to enter their Leaving Certificate year.
The progress of Ian and Daniel to the national stage has been supported and guided by a dedicated coaching group in Muckross, including Ian’s father Maurice, Elaine Daly, Noel Kelleher, Kieran Murphy and Micheal O’Suilleabhain.
The international selection for the Muckross duo is a testament to their dedication and commitment to training over recent years. This year, the rowers have challenged strongly in top national competition, including a gold medal win in the Lough Rynn Grand League Regatta in Leitrim in May.
At the Irish Rowing Championships in July, Daniel qualified for the A final of the Men’s Junior Single. In the final of the Men’s Junior Quad, Daniel and Ian finished fourth alongside clubmates Ronan
Fahy and Cillian Leslie.
On the third and final day of the Irish Championship Regatta, the duo were impressive winners in their qualifying time trial race of the Junior Double event, but illness denied Ian a chance to challenge in the final.
Since the national championships, the Irish squad for the Coupe Regatta has come together for a training camp based at the National Rowing Centre in Farran, Cork.
Joining Ian and Daniel for Racice are Adam Kenny (Athlone Boat Club) and Eoin Balfe (St. Michael’s Rowing Club, Limerick), making up the Ireland Men’s Quad crew. Richard Heaslip of Athlone Boat Club completes the Irish male lineup and will contest the Men’s Single.
The Women’s Quad and Coxless Four events feature strong Munster rep-
resentation with six of the eight female rowers from Cork and Limerick. At the training camp, Ian and Daniel are also in the company of fellow Kerry oarsman Sean Morris of Tralee Rowing Club, who has been selected to compete in the U19 World Championships.
“Everyone in Muckross Rowing Club is incredibly proud of the achievements of Daniel and Ian, along with their coaches. Since 1996, 11 Muckross rowers have been selected for the Coupe event. Ian and Daniel bridge a gap of 28 years since the club last sent a male rower to the Coupe when Sean Casey raced in the 1996 Coupe Regatta in Amsterdam. Sean later went on to represent Ireland at the Beijing Olympics in 2008 along with fellow Muckross rowers Paul Griffin and Cathal Moynihan,” said Muckross Rowing Club PRO Tim O’Shea.
Rowing for Ireland: Ian Coffey (left) and Daniel Fleming (right), members of Muckross Rowing Club, Killarney selected to represent Ireland at the Coupe de la Jeunesse Regatta, Racice, Czech Republic, August 9-11. Photo: Micheal O’Suilleabhain
Members of Muckross Rowing Club who travelled to Paris for the Olympic Games.
Pedal for Grace will return for third year
Vision Ireland has announced that the hugely successful Kerry-based cycle Pedal for Grace event is returning for its third year on September 7.
Last year the event, held by Grace O'Sullivan's family and her local Village of Firies, raised over €25,000 for Vision Ireland services, services that ensure thousands of those living with sight loss in Ireland can participate in society.
Grace is 14 years old, and she has a visual impairment called Stargardt disease, which causes progressive sight loss. Vision Ireland service supports Grace in living her life to the fullest while she gains and maintains her confidence and independence as she makes her way through life. Grace's mam, Mary O'Sullivan, said: "Last year's Pedal for Grace was a huge success, thanks to the amaz-
ing support from our local community and beyond. It's something everyone in the Village looks forward to.
“This year, in our third year, we're back with a bang and hope those who enjoyed it last year will join us again. We also welcome new friends who want to take part. We love doing this because it ensures services and events like 'Zero Limits' can continue. It is why we do it."
The event will kick off at the Firies Community Centre. Registration for Pedal for Grace can be done on VisionIreland.ie in advance of the event or can be completed on the day of the event from 8.30 am onwards.
Delight in Autumn escapes at the 5-Star Europe Hotel and Resort
The Europe Hotel and Resort has announced a special autumn rate for its new signature rooms.
Guests are invited to indulge in the ultimate getaway with friends, family or loved ones and experience the most superb level of comfort, warmest of welcomes and extraordinary facilities coupled with Ireland’s finest views.
The hotel now boasts ten Premier Lakeview Rooms and eight stunning Golf Side Signature Rooms - as well as three restaurants offering an array of dining experiences.
From September, guests can plan a special autumn stay that includes a treat-
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Guests can enjoy their exciting upcoming arrival with a joyous Babymoon or spend a special and cozy autumnal weekend with friends and family at The Europe Hotel & Resort. From September, prices start at €395 for one night’s bed and breakfast in a Golfside Room and €420 for one night’s bed and breakfast in a Lakeview Room, both prices are based on two people sharing.
Ballyfinanne fundraiser for Temple Street Children’s Hospital
The Ballyfinanne community has come together to support Keiran Roberts, a nine-year-old local who is diagnosed with a brain tumour.
Kieran is the only son of Cathy and Patrick Roberts and has been diagnosed with Pilocytic Astrocytoma.
To help alleviate the burden on Keiran and his family, a fundraising initiative called Together We Can has been launched.
On August 31, at the Shanty Bar, a fundraising day will take place from 2 pm, with children’s activities, entertainment, pig on a spit, and a bumper raffle set to take place.
All funds raised at the event will be donated to Temple Street Children’s Hospital. With several bands performing throughout the day along with fun events and lots of great food, it promises to be a fantastic, fun-filled day for all the family. Tickets are on sale now in the Shanty Bar.
Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media Catherine Martin TD and Fáilte Ireland have announced that Killarney Brewing & Distilling Visitors Experience is among the five venues awarded a total of €1 million through the Platforms for Growth Gala Dinner Venues Investment Scheme.
The investment has been allocated to five projects to facilitate the development of gala dinner venues of scale in four of Ireland’s business events hubsDublin, Kerry, the Shannon Region and Galway.
This investment will go towards the development and enhancement of the venues, to enable them to compete to win international business events for Ireland. It is estimated that €67 million worth of incremental business events could be delivered for the country over a 5-year period on the back of this investment.
Nestled on the shores of The Lakes of Killarney and surrounded by the National Park, Killarney Brewing & Distilling Co. is located on the picturesque Ring of Kerry with captivating panoramic views of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks. It offers a full suite of versatile event spaces including modern gala dining for up to 250.
Gala dinners are a key component of international conferences, incentive trips, and large corporate meetings and Ire-
land’s current gala dinner venue offering is not sufficient to deal with demand.
The Gala Dinner Venues Investment Scheme was established to accommodate demand in the market, and to ensure the sustainable growth of business events revenue, which is central to Fáilte Ireland’s sustainable tourism agenda.
FIVE VENUES NATIONWIDE
The venues receiving capital investment funding from Fáilte Ireland under the Gala Dinner Venues Investment Scheme are:
Today’s announcement is the culmination of a competitive application process which began in 2022. The projects receiving investment were strategically selected under strict eligibility criteria, including an ability to deliver not only on capacity (350 diners for Dublin venues and 250 diners for venues in regional Ireland) but also on accessibility, in terms of their proximity to one of Ireland’s business events hubs.
The venues were also required to deliver on the ‘wow’ factor, which means they had to offer an exceptional venue, in a spectacular location, which would
instantly appeal to an international audience. The selected venues will be required to adhere to and promote sustainability best practice in the operation of the venue and should support the business events industry to deliver events complying with best practice environmental sustainability measures.
Minister Catherine Martin said: “The business events industry is a key component of Ireland’s tourism offering and driver of economic benefit for Ireland, with an estimated contribution of almost €800 million to our economy and supporting 20,000 jobs. Today’s investment announcement will ensure world-class venues are developed that will attract international business events to our key business events hubs. This is critical to strengthening Ireland’s reputation internationally as a leading business events destination and will have far reaching impact on Ireland’s tourism sector and the wider Irish economy.”
Paul Kelly, CEO of Fáilte Ireland added: “Business event delegates inject approximately three times more revenue into local economies than leisure travellers. Business events also benefit the wider tourism ecosystem by driving high-yield business often during mid-week and off-season periods, complementing leisure tourism patterns. The overall objective of this focused capital investment
scheme is to facilitate the development of ‘wow’ gala dinner venues of scale in Ireland’s premier business events hubs. We were encouraged to see the calibre of applicants and we are pleased that the five awarded projects will add truly best-in-class venues to the Irish venue portfolio.”
KILLARNEY BREWING & DISTILLING CO
Managing Director of Killarney Brewing & Distilling Co. Barry Spellman said: “We are delighted to receive this investment and vote of confidence from Fáilte Ireland. It will significantly enhance Killarney Brewing & Distilling's capacity to attract and host international business events. This development showcases our venue's unique 5-star 'wow' factor and Killarney’s breathtaking landscape. We thank Fáilte Ireland and Minister Catherine Martin for supporting our vision to deliver world-class gala dinner experiences."
The Gala Dinner Venues Investment Scheme is a part of Fáilte Ireland’s €150 million Platforms for Growth Programme, which falls under the Government's Project Ireland 2040 strategy. The Platforms for Growth Programme targets projects that have the greatest potential to grow tourism throughout the year.
Irish Kidney Association host coffee morning
The Killarney branch of the Irish Kidney Association recently hosted a successful coffee morning at Polly’s in The Ross Hotel.
The event was held as part of Organ Donation and Transplant Week to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation.
Attendees enjoyed delicious coffee and treats while learning about the critical need for organ donors.
Funds raised on the day will go towards supporting the work of the Irish Kidney Association and towards the upkeep of its dedicated holiday home near Muckross.
Kilcummin Bog Walks to get €16,000 in funding
A local amenity walk in Kilcummin will get €16,000 under the Peatlands and Natura Community Engagement Scheme 2024.
The Kilcummin Bog Walks is one of 36 projects nationwide and one of just three in Kerry to receive funding.
Malcolm Noonan TD, the Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Electoral Reform, announced more than €458,000 on Thursday.
“I am really impressed by the diverse and creative initiatives put forward by such active community and volunteer groups and environmental organisations,” said Minister Noonan.
“The Peatlands and Natura Community Engagement Scheme is a collaborative scheme which draws on the local community’s deep connection with our natural heritage. Through empowering local communities, we can safeguard our precious ecosystems, enhance biodiversity, and mitigate the impacts of climate change, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come."
The funding can be put towards the development and maintenance of amenities or public outreach, such as the production of information booklets, brochures and training manuals, awareness and education and hosting of seminars with expert speakers.
Cahill hopeful
of Fianna Fáil nomination as Kelleher bows out
Councillor Michael Cahill says that he believes he is best placed to join Minister Norma Foley TD on the General Election ticket, in order to secure a second seat for the party in the constituency.
Cahill has been nominated by his Cumann and many members of the Fianna Fáil party in Kerry, to be selected at their Convention in Tralee next week
He said that taking into account experience, vote-getting ability, work ethic, geography, etc, he is best placed to win a seat in the General Election contest to represent the people of Kerry.
“I have shown myself to be a consistent vote-getter in Local Elections for over 30 years, which proves that I have been delivering for the people of South, Mid and formerly West Kerry for many years now
and they know that they can trust me to represent them and their families,” said the Rossbeigh based Councillor.
“I have worked hard for all my constituents for the 34 years that I have been a member of Kerry County Council and I believe I can continue this in Dáil Éireann, if selected by my party to run and secure a seat in the General Election. Living in Mid-Kerry, I am ideally placed in the middle of the constituency and easily accessible to all residents” said Councillor Cahill.
"I am 58 years of age and between my late father and I, we have almost 65 years of service given to our county and our people and yet neither of us have ever been given the opportunity to contest a General Election on behalf of the Party.”
Meanwhile, Killarney Municipal District councillor Niall Kelleher has confirmed he will not go forward for selection.
A stunning view of the McGillycuddy Reeks from the Kilcummin Bog Walks.
Kilcummin remember
Ger Healy at LGFA
50th celebrations
Kilcummin Ladies Gaelic Football Club joined clubs from all over Ireland to celebrate 50 years of the association nationally with a special night held in the club recently.
A large crowd attended what was a great evening including players from U8 up to Senior, Mothers and Others, parents, family and club members, friends and lots of people from the local community. The evening kicked off with a festival of football in which all teams participated. This was followed by fabulous refreshments in the club hall and lots of reminiscing about some of the great memories and highlights for Kilcummin LGFA over the years.
A very special part of the evening was devoted to remembering Kilcummin LGFA’s esteemed clubman, Ger Healy, who sadly passed away earlier this year.
A presentation of a memorial plaque was made to the Healy family to recognise and celebrate the incredible contribution Ger made to Kilcummin LGFA over the years.
He was remembered fondly on the night as not only a member of the club but its heart and soul and the large crowd gathered was testament to the high esteem in which he was held by everyone who knew him. G er held various positions on the LGFA Executive and as a mentor and coach to several teams over the years, and had an incredibly positive influence on all the players who wore the Kilcummin jersey.
Healy Family presentation.
Healy family with mentor and player representatives.
Kilcummin LGFA Executive.
Mothers and Others.
Under 12 team.
Under 14 team and mentors.
Senior Ladies and management.
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Eats + Beats 2024 A magical weekend in Dunloe
Eats + Beats 2024, held in the beautifully rewilded setting of Dunloe, Killarney, was a truly unforgettable experience.
This year's festival was a harmonious blend of music, food, and nature, creating a magical atmosphere that captivated attendees from start to finish. The festival kicked off with a mid-morning drizzle, but this did little to dampen the spirits of the crowd. Local culinary stars Hungry Donkey, Gorilla Kitchen, and Muckross Ice Cream tantalised taste buds with their delicious offerings, while 9 White Deer and Pigs Lane kept revellers refreshed with a superb selection of beverages.
As the rain cleared, the festival truly came alive. All music stages showcased an impressive lineup of talent. Lucy June, Cáit Ní Riain, and Paddy Mulcahy delivered captivating original music, setting a beautiful tone for the day. Kez, An Draio, and Wild Notions continued to impress with their unique sounds. But it was the energetic performance of Two Time Polka that truly ignited the crowd. MegaTrad seamlessly followed, maintaining the high energy as the day turned to night. The festival's headline act, Kíla, delivered a mesmerising performance that left the
audience spellbound. Simultaneously, DJ sets from High Fidelity Sound, Moody C, Shiels, Captain Birdsong, Chris Carey, Steve 4D, Monkeys With Car Keys, Kev O'Leary and Archive kept the party going in the forest, creating an electric atmosphere that extended well into the night.
Beyond the music and food, Eats + Beats offered a truly immersive experience. Children ran free, enjoying face painting, dancing, yoga and crafts. The festival's artistic and decor team lead by Poppy Copeland deserve immense credit for transforming the site into a magical wonderland. Utilising primarily upcycled materials and lighting, they created stunning features that brought the festival to life, especially after dark.
The Killarney Folk Collective, the festival organisers, can be incredibly proud of their achievement. Speaking to the Killarney Advertiser this week chief organiser Kevin Leahy expressed his gratitude to the local volunteers and businesses for their support and the many hours of stellar work put in by the Casey brothers Colm and Dan as well as Kieran Somers.
A special mention of thanks also went to O'Sullivan Sounds and The Rite Group who looked after the sound and lighting. Plans are already in motion for an even bigger and better festival in 2025.
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Brehon launches new early bird menu
If you’re seeking an extraordinary culinary experience that encapsulates the essence of early dining, look no further than Go Luath by Danú.
Meaning "early" in Irish, Go Luath by Danú offers a distinctive dining adventure that you won’t want to miss.
Overlooking the MacGillycuddy Reeks, Go Luath by Danú presents a special menu served from 5-6 pm every Thursday to Saturday.
This unique dining window is perfect for those who appreciate a delectable meal at an earlier hour, allowing you to savour the evening in style.
What truly sets Go Luath by Danú apart is its commitment to both quality and value. Each week, our talented chefs craft a brand new three-course offering for just €29.50.
This exceptional price allows diners to indulge in a carefully curated selection of dishes that highlight the finest locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and innovative culinary techniques. By using local produce, we not only support our community but also ensure that every dish bursts with fresh, vibrant flavours.
The early evening atmosphere at Go Luath by Danú is both relaxed and refined, providing the perfect setting for a memorable meal. Whether you’re enjoying a casual dinner with friends or a special night out, our attentive staff and exquisite menu promise to make your evening unforgettable.
The Kerry Ring
(Laurence J Carolan)
In my life I’ve travelled some, I’ve travelled near and far I’ve travelled here and there by plane, by train and motor car
Now there’s a spot that I’ve been in, its praises I must sing Where the Wild Atlantic ocean flows and it’s called the Kerry Ring.
From Killarney to Killorglin town where King Puck can be seen
To Glenbeigh village and to Kells on the road to Cahersiveen
To Waterville, Caherdaniel, Derrynane and Sneem so fair
To Castlecove, Valentia and the town of sweet Kenmare.
Yes, I’ve surveyed the hand of God on that rugged Kerry coast And speaking as an honest man, who is not inclined to boast The sights I’ve seen, they are supreme, God must love Ireland To make the Bull, the Cow and Calf and the lovely Silver Strand.
To make the bold old Mountain Stage, its beauty unsurpassed And I’m sure that when the world is o’er, he will leave it until last Its emerald landscape, sheer delight, its woodland hills and vales It’s a place that you could read about in a book of fairy tales.
The mountains high that touch the sky, where the scenery’s sublime
Where a gentle breeze can sway the trees, and all that’s still is time
It’s there I want my soul to be, when death an end will bring Once more to see, the majesty, that is the Kerry Ring.
National Park walk for Jerry O’Leary
Friends and colleagues of Jerry O’Leary are running a sponsored walk on August 10 to raise funds to help aid his recovery.
Jerry is an employee of the Monde-
lez (formerly Cadbury’s) facility in Rathmore.
The Barraduff man suffered severe injuries in a fall last year. The wall will start at Deenagh Lodge and will take in the Castelrose loop of Killarney National Park.
“We are running a sponsored walk for Jerry O'Leary on Saturday and registration will take place at Deenagh Lodge from 10am to 12 noon,” said organiser David O’Sullivan.
“We had a very successful golf outing in Kanturk last June where 60 teams participated on the day.”
Entry forms and further details from David: on 087 2617288 or email David.osullivan@mdiz.com or Maurice McCarthy on 087 9837061 on Maurice.mccarthy@mdiz.com
At the Dr Crokes GAA Club annual Golf Classic presentation of prizes were front from left, Gerry Miskell (Charlie Foley's Bar), Tom Rohan (captain of the winning Flesk Restaurant team) and Vincent Casey. Back from left are Dara O'Shea, Ross Brosnan, Johnny Courtney, Tim O'Donoghue, Shane Kelly, Der Brosnan, John O'Leary and John Hurle. Photo: Eamonn Keogh
Crokes Golf Classic a great success
The Dr Crokes Golf Classic played in the magnificent O'Mahonys Point on August 1 and 2 was once again a tremendous success with 70 teams playing over the two days.
The winning team Flesk Restaurant with a score of 105 had an international feel and comprised of Sean Spillane (19) Tom Moriarty (19) John Sullivan (18) and USbased Chris Cox (7)
Second was The Tatler Jack team of Der Brosnan(19), John O’Leary (16) Pat O’Shea (16) and Dara O’Shea (16) with a score of 103.
Third, also with 103 was The Dromhall Hotel Team consisting of Shane Kelly((18) Mike Dwyer (19) Ryan Neeson (17) and Ger O Meara (20).
Fourth was the Fexco Team of Ross Brosnan(19) Andrew McCarthy (14) Ivo O’Sullivan (13) and Conor O’Neill (20) with 99 pts.
Fifth also on 99 was Tim Jones's team consisting of Tim Jones(14) Humphrey Jones (16) Bernard Jones (9) and Ronan Curtayne (20).
Sixth was the Rose Hotel team with 97 points consisting of Karl McMahon (14) Colm O Shea (11) Sinead O Shea (15) and
Daragh Kinvalin (18).
The seventh and final prize went to the Gallivan Financial team of Evy O’Brien (13) Colm O’Brien (20) Timmy O’Donoghue (20) and Vince Casey (20) also with 97 points.
The raffle was won by Tim Healy, Ger O’Sullivan got the second prize and Terence Mulcahy got the third prize.
“A sincere thanks to all those sponsored prizes, put in teams or sponsored tee boxes, to all those who helped out in selling tickets and running the event. A special thanks to Paul Cotter and his staff for providing a fabulous barbecue after nine holes and to Ann Bartlett for the beautiful apple tarts, Killarney Brewery for the beer and Clifford’s for the drinks,” said an event organiser.
“Lastly a huge thanks to Enda and his staff in Killarney Golf Club for the magnificent course presentation. We look forward to heading back at the same time next year.”
Voice 4 MND sponsored silence in Farranfore
Kerry woman Brid O’Donnell,who is a sister of the late John O’Donoghue who passed away from Motor Neurone Disease in May 2024 in Brisbane, Australia, organised a Voice 4 MND at Keane’s Centra Store in Farranfore in John’s memory recently.
This required the staff at Keane’s to remain silent while working in the store, raising funds for the IMNDA. This initiative finally raised a handsome €1,493.
"Many thanks to Peadar Keane and staff
and all who supported Voice 4 MND Sponsored Silence." said an event statement.
"Many people living with MND experience speech difficulty during their illness."
"Voice 4 MND is the Irish Motor Neurone Diseases Association’s Annual Sponsored campaign to raise awareness of the experiences people have with speech difficulty."
"People are asked to stay silent for a period of their choice giving them an understanding of how it feels not to be able to speak."
Unique overnight walk to raise funds for St Mary of the Angels
A unique charity walk will take place in Bonane on Saturday night to raise funds for St Mary of the Angels in Beaufort.
The Sunset to Sunrise Walk through the Sheen Valley will start at 11.30pm. It will take along the 12km Cailleach Beara mountain walk (or the less strenuous 5km Druid’s Loop Walk.)
It will start and finish at Molly Gallivan’s pub in Bonane and the entry fee is set at €15.
Refreshments and entertainment will be provided by Stephen and Frances at Molly Gallivan’s.
To register contact Brendan on 086 8096549. Walkers are advised to bring a torch and suitable rain gear.
Killarney Valley Athletics Club has set a new benchmark for excellence in 2024, achieving unprecedented success in national and regional competitions.
The club's athletes have garnered a remarkable 55 national medals and 128 Munster medals, setting a new record for the club. This extraordinary haul is a testament to the dedication, skill, and hard work of the athletes and coaches alike.
One of the standout features of this year has been the performance of the club's relay teams. Killarney Valley Athletics Club has had seven relay teams compete at the national level, showcasing their strength in teamwork and coordination. This achievement highlights the club's depth of talent and its ability to compete at the highest levels of Irish athletics.
The club's men’s senior 4x 400 relay team placed second in the national senior indoor championships and the U20 mixed 4 x 400 team were crowned national champions whilst setting a national championships record.
The club is also celebrating the crowning of ten national champions in 2024. These champions have excelled across a range of disciplines, underlining the club's versatility and comprehensive training programs.
The disciplines in which the club has achieved national medals are diverse, including all jumps—long jump, high jump, triple jump, pole vault—as well as all sprints from 60 meters to 400 meters, and middle-distance events up to 1500 meters.
This breadth of success speaks to the club's commitment to nurturing talent across all track and field events.
Killarney Valley Athletics Club's athletes have consistently represented Ireland on the international stage since 2017. This year, Dominik Wasila has continued this
Killarney Valley Athletics Club shines in record-breaking 2024 season St Paul’s Basketball
proud tradition by being selected for Irish International representation in the long jump.
Wasila's achievement underscores the club's role in developing athletes who can compete and excel at the highest levels of international athletics.
In addition to their competitive success, the club's athletes have been recognized for their academic and athletic potential.
Several athletes have secured full athletics scholarships, furthering their education and training at prestigious institutions. Most recently, Oisin Lynch has taken up a scholarship at Adams State University in Colorado, joining the ranks of Killarney Valley athletes who have gone on to combine higher education with elite athletic training.
Looking to the future, Killarney Valley Athletics Club has set ambitious goals to enhance its facilities and support its growing membership.
The club is planning to build a dedicated pole vault training area, providing athletes with the specialized infrastructure needed to excel in this challenging discipline.
This new facility will be a significant asset, allowing for more focused and effective training sessions.
Additionally, the club is launching a fundraising campaign to maintain and repair its well-used athletics track as well as finance the building of the Pole Vault area. The track is experiencing significant wear and tear due to heavy usage, and continuous maintenance is essential to ensure it remains in top condition for training and competition.
The club is seeking community support to
build up a fund dedicated to these repairs and the Pole Vault construction, ensuring that athletes have access to high-quality training surfaces for years to come.
“The achievements of Killarney Valley Athletics Club in 2024 are a source of immense pride for the club and the local community,” said coach Jer Griffin.
“The club's record-breaking year is a reflection of its robust coaching programs, the dedication of its athletes, and the unwavering support from the local com-
munity.
“As Killarney Valley Athletics Club continues to build on this success, it remains a beacon of excellence in Irish athletics, inspiring future generations of athletes to strive for greatness while investing in the infrastructure necessary to sustain its legacy.”
The link to the GoFundme to where contributions can be made is https://www. gofundme.com/fundraise-to-build-ourpolevault-runway
St Paul's Basketball Club will be swapping their basketballs for orbs of a smaller version when they host their Golf Classic in Beaufort Golf Club on August 24.
This year's Classic will again be held in memory of the late Connie Brosnan. Connie, who passed away in March 2020, was a stalwart of St Pauls, serving as Team Manager in the 1990s for the team, tending to the squad's every need and more lately as the welcoming and friendly Venue officer at the Killarney Sports and Leisure Centre. His affable nature led
to many friendships and Connie was of course a keen and avid golfer so it is apt and fitting that his memory should be associated with the Classic.
The event takes place at the picturesque and pristine Beaufort course and is open to teams of four for the great value of €300 per team. The sponsorship of a tee box for €100 is also available.
For further details on tee times or tee box sponsorship from Joey Sheehan on 087 6248383, Sean Brosnan on 087 2065133 and Maurice O'Donoghue on 087 6863269.
Dominik Wasila competing in the inter boys long jump during day two of the 123. ie All-Ireland Schools’ Track and Field Championships at Tullamore Harriers Athletics Club in Offaly earlier this year. Photo by Sam Barnes/Sportsfile
Pictured at the launch from left to right - Maurice O'Donoghue (Scott’s Hotel), Muirsh O'Donoghue, Rui Saravia, Oisin Spring, Sean Brosnan.
Heroes' welcome in Killarney for Kerry Ladies
A scene reminiscent of the county's storied football tradition, the Kerry Ladies football team made a triumphant return home to a jubilant welcome in Killarney on Monday evening.
After securing their first All-Ireland Senior Football Championship title in 31 years with a resounding victory over Galway, the team was met by thousands of adoring fans lining the streets.
Photos: Marie Carroll O'Sullivan
The homecoming parade, which saw the team travel through the heart of Killarney, was a sea of green and gold as supporters young and old turned out to celebrate their heroes. A carnival atmosphere filled the air. The homecoming event was a fitting culmination to a historic campaign for the Kerry Ladies football team. Their victory has not only ignited a new wave of enthusiasm for women's sport in the county but has also captured the hearts of the county.
INSPIRED BY DANNY CASEY
Irelands impressive new line of Olympians
Ireland’s impressive new line of Olympians is leading Team Ireland to its greatest ever Olympic campaign. With seven confirmed medals, there could be more to come.
Our greatest ever haul of medals, surpassing that of London 2012, places Ireland twelfth in the countries’ rankings on Day 13. Per capita, we are currently the most impressive nation, and we are not slowing down yet. We’ve broken records, solidified names in Olympic history, and introduced new stars to their respective sports. With a country of just over 5 million people, we sit higher on the medal table than the likes of Brazil, New Zealand, and Spain. At the same time, we are sitting just below the behemoth countries of Canada, Italy, and Germany. It is an equally impressive and exciting time for Irish sport.
Our new star swimmer, Daniel Wiffen, has reached unprecedented heights, surpassing any Irish swimmer in the past, securing a gold medal in the 800m freestyle and a ‘disappointing’ (according to Wiffen), bronze medal in the 1500m. It is understood that Wiffen is looking for more glory in the 10000m marathon swim down the river Seine, hoping to etch his name into Olympic and Irish history. Sligo’s Mona McSharry has also secured a bronze medal in the 100-meter breaststroke, becoming a two-time Olympian in what she claims will most likely be her last ever Olympics. It is Irish glory in a
sector where we have lacked previous success since the awkward campaign of Michelle Smith in 1996, promising great things for the future.
Staying on the water, Paul O’Donovan and Fintan McCarthy have written more history. Gold in the lightweight double sculls has sealed back-to-back Olympic golds for the Skibbereen men since Tokyo, with Paul in particular becoming a three-time Olympic medalist,
winning silver in 2016 alongside brother Gary. Evidently, the ‘pull like a dog’ tactic has worked again. O’Donovan is now our widest-spanning Olympic champion, carving his name into Irish sports legend, with Fintan McCarthy, sitting on two successive medals, not far behind.
The Pommel Horse, an intense series of artistic gymnastics, has a new Olympic champion, with the prestigious gold
Taylor Swift concert cancelled due to terror threats in Vienna away Home
Two people have been arrested following the cancellation of a concert that was set to hold over 170,000 people.
A 19-year-old and a 17-year-old have been arrested by Austrian police after alleged threats of Islamist attacks at the Taylor Swift three-night concert. It is understood that the 19-year-old had collected chemicals that may have been
used to make a bomb, a senior Austrian security official has stated. A third person, also 17, has been taken into custody as part of the investigation. Chemical substances and “technical contraptions” were found within the prime suspect’s home, who is believed to have pledged allegiance to a radical Islamic state group. The evidence of a possible attack prompted the final decision to cancel the concert.
medal falling into the hands of Down’s Rhys McClenaghan. Our most recent gold medalist so far, it was a medal almost three years in the making. Disappointment in Tokyo secured sweet redemption in Paris, a first-time Irish winner for the Pommel Horse that has opened Irish eyes to the craft and skill level of the sport. A story that began so unfortunately has reached a beautiful peak.
To continue this campaign of breathtaking achievements, boxer Kellie Harrington has just become a two-time Olympic champion, winning back-toback golds after defeating Chinese Wenlu Lang in an impressive lightweight final performance. Harrington has now etched her name into both Olympic and Irish history, her victory proving to be a swan song as she announced retirement just after.
As we stand, Ireland has not finished yet. Sarah Lavin is through to the semi-finals of the Women’s 100m hurdles, with Mark English qualifying for the Men’s 800m semi-final after reaching second in his heat. And after another impressive semi-final, Rashidat Adeleke is through to her final of the Women’s 400m, becoming the first ever Irish sprinter in an Olympic final.
Our athlete in the Women’s Heptathlon, Kate O’Connor, is also searching for history, competing in the 100m Hurdles, High Jump, the Shot Put, and the 200m.
To succeed in one sector of sport is hard enough, but it is truly stunning to succeed in multiple. With currently four golds and three bronze medals, we sit in a great place. It is a campaign to look back on with admiration for the performance of our athletes, with our largest group of Olympians warranting our largest group of medals.
Taylor Swift has yet to comment on the action, and organizers have said that fans will receive refunds for the tickets. It is believed that more people are involved in the terror threat, with “abstract danger” that is still a force that security is taking seriously. It is unknown whether a bomb was created, however, Austrian sources claim that the chemical substances found point towards the specific intent. “The threat could be recognized early on, tackled, and a tragedy prevented,” Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer has said. “The situation surrounding the apparently planned terror attack in Vienna was very serious.”
Robot dentist completes world's first full procedure
The first human has recently undergone the very first automated dental procedure by a robot.
The fascinating technology, which includes a robotic arm, artificial intelligence, and 3D imaging, is “enhancing precision and efficiency of dental procedures” according to Chief Executive and Founder Dr. Chris Ciriello. It is claimed that with this technology, dental procedures such as crown placements and fillings could be completed in just 15 minutes.
The US-based company Perceptive un-
derstands that the robotic device is still a work in progress. It is also not currently on sale and does not have clearance from its regulator, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Perceptive insists the technology is safe and reliable, claiming it will “transform dentistry”.
The success of the first human procedure is understood to be a groundbreaking development in dental care, sending shockwaves throughout the community. The development of such technology could potentially revolutionize how dental procedures are delivered.
Ireland's Data Protection Commissioner takes X to
The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has initiated legal proceedings against X, formerly known as Twitter, over concerns about the platform's use of user data to train its AI models.
The case, filed in the High Court, alleges that X has violated the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) by processing personal data without adequate legal basis and transparency.
At the heart of the dispute is X's AI-powered search tool, Grok, which is believed to have been trained on vast amounts of user data collected from the platform.
Cryptocurrency seizure and arrests in Dublin
A seizure of €6.5 million and the arrest of three people has just been made as part of an investigation into the darknet market and the growth of money laundering.
The two men, aged 23 and 49, as well as a 32-year-old woman, were arrested by Gardaí on Monday after the search of a house in north County Dublin. The cryptocurrency, which consisted of Bitcoin and Monero, was seized with a market value of €6.5 million. Other assets such as luxury watches and two vehicles were seized, with an overall value of €340,000.
Detective Superintendent Michael Mullen of the Garda National Cyber Crime
Bureau (GNCCB) stated: “The arrests of the three individuals and the assets seized are the result of a highly complex investigation into criminal darknet marketplace activities.”
The investigations into the offense demonstrate a determination to stop this new online source of criminality.
The ‘darknet’ that was shut down during this raid was described as an encrypted part of the internet that was not visible to the public without specific software, often used for illegal purposes. “I would also like to reassure the public that this darknet market, where illegal goods and services were for sale, is no longer in operation,” Mr. Mullen said.
Tsunami warning in Japan after 7.1 magnitude earthquake
A powerful earthquake measuring a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 struck off the eastern coast of the island of Kyushu, Japan, triggering a tsunami advisory from the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA).
Court
The DPC maintains that X failed to obtain explicit consent from users for this purpose and has not provided sufficient information about how their data is being used.
The data protection regulator is seeking a court order to halt or restrict X's processing of user data for AI training until it can demonstrate compliance with GDPR requirements. The case is expected to have significant implications for the broader tech industry, as it could set a precedent for how companies handle user data in the context of AI development. X has yet to issue a formal statement in response to the legal action.
The agency detected small tsunami waves along parts of Kyushu’s coastline. Since the Fukushima disaster of 2011, caused by an earthquake and tsunami, caution has been exercised in areas like Kyushu, which host nuclear power plants.
The quake most strongly shook Nichinan City and caused reports of broken windows at Miyazaki Airport. There have been no reports of casualties, serious injuries, or significant structural damage.
The primary concern is the potential for a tsunami following an earthquake of this magnitude. A tsunami warning has been issued for Japan’s coastal regions, urging the public to evacuate the water and coastal areas immediately.
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Gemma Goodey and Dylan Hodd.
Ariel and Mladen from Pigs Lane.
Paul and Katrina Horan.
Mary O'Connor and Frances McCurtain from Fermoy, Co.Cork John Fleming, Muckross Creamery. Daniel de Souza Nicente.
Lucy June and Bella Rose.
Sadhbh Ní Lionaird, Rose and PJ Kiely.
McElligott’s Kia celebrate ten years of fashion at Listowel Races
McElligott’s Kia will celebrate its tenth anniversary as the main sponsor of Best Dressed Lady competition at the Listowel Harvest Racing Festival next month.
The 166th Listowel Harvest Racing Festival runs from Sunday 22nd to Saturday 28th of September.
Featuring top-quality national hunt and flat racing, there are 5 dedicated fashion competitions over the week, top musical acts including ABBA Waterloo and a festive feeling of fun which makes Listowel Races unmissable.
This is the 10th year of McElligott’s sponsorship of this prestigious fashion event and they are delighted to once again
welcome on board Kia as official event co-sponsors.
Author Rosanna Davison, and award-winning top Irish fashion designer Heidi Higgins, have been announced as the judges of the McElligott’s Kia Best Dressed Lady on September 27.
“We are delighted to be celebrating the 10th anniversary of our sponsorship of Ladies Day at Listowel Races. With the introduction of so many stunning new KIA models, there was never a more opportune time to showcase our range to the many discerning guests who know more than a thing or two about style and fashion,” said Declan O’Hara, MD, McElligott’s Tralee.
Over 120 cars take part in the Ballymac Classic Car Run
Ballymac Vintage Club raised a total of €5,708.18 for local charities during its 14th Annual Car and Honda 50 on Sunday.
The morning began with a Cars N Coffee event at O’Riadas Bar & Restaurant Ballymacelligott.
Over 120 cars registered on the day.
“There was a wide array of makes and models from the 1950s through to the
early 2000s. It was fantastic to have numerous cars and bikes not seen before on their first outing, as well as some unique and rarely seen examples, including a 1980 Honda 50 recently restored to asnew condition, a 1990 Fiat Panda 750cc L 'Italia 90' special edition and a 1968 Morris Minor, a project car we might see on the road for next year’s run,” said PRO Kieran Glover.
Proceeds on the day were in aid of the
Knocknagoshel Over 55 Services and Scoil Íde Curranes National School.
Ballymac Vintage Club thanked main sponsors: Browne’s Agri Steel and Builders Providers, BG Motors Ltd Killarney, O’Riadas Bar & Restaurant Ballymac, as well as numerous other local businesses who sponsored over €1,000 in spot prizes and raffle prizes on the day: GMIB Insurance, Boyles Hardware Tralee, Garvey’s SuperValu, Castleisland Tyre Cen-
tre, Irish Vintage Scene, B Safe Training, Agri Auto Parts, The Motor Shop Killarney, CRL OIL, CC Lubricants, Halfords Tralee, Brian O’Neill Garden Equipment, Tralee Tyre Depot, Cul Cabs, Macs Auto Parts.
“After taking the opportunity to have a good look around all the cars and bikes, the convoy of vehicles left for a nice local scenic drive, taking some of the lesser travelled roads in the direction of Castleisland, before continuing to the halfway point in Brosna village,” added Kieran.
“After a brief stop to stretch the legs, the convoy continued to the finish in Knocknagoshel. The local Knocknagoshel Meals on Wheels team put on a great spread for everyone to end a very enjoyable day out.”
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Nina and Roman Okhrimenko.
Tonia Yoscovits and Nicky Porter.
Lucille and Colleen.
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/ KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL
AN tACHT UM PLEANÁIL AGUS FORBAIRT 2000 (ARNA LEASÚ)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ACT 2000 (AS AMENDED)
NA RIALACHÁIN UM PLEANÁIL AGUS FORBAIRT 2001 (ARNA LEASÚ)
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS 2001 (AS AMENDED)
PUBLIC CONSULTATION
NEW ROAD/ROCK ROAD TRAFFIC CALMING MEASURES
Public Notice in Compliance with Part XI of the Planning & Development Act 2000 (as amended) as set down in Part 8 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended).
Pursuant to the requirements of the above, Notice is hereby given that Kerry County Council proposes to carry out the development, particulars of which are set out hereunder.
SUÍOMH/BAILE FEARAINN
NÓ SEOLADH POIST DON BHFORBAIRT ATÁ MOLTA
LOCATION/TOWNLAND OR POSTAL ADDRESS OF THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Location: New Road & Rock Road, Killarney
Townland(s): Coollegrean & Kilcoolaght
SONRAÍ FAOIN OBAIR ATÁ MOLTA
NATURE AND EXTENT OF THE PROPOSED WORKS
Kerry County Council proposes to introduce traffic calming measures at New Road and Rock Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry as follows:
• A controlled raised pedestrian crossing on the L3900 New Road.
• Upgrading the existing pedestrian crossing at the library on Rock Road R876.
• Realignment of the New Road/Rock Road junction.
• Associated landscaping and drainage work.
Kerry County Council as the Competent Authority has concluded that the proposed project, individually, and in combination with other plans and projects, is not one which requires an Appropriate Assessment (AA) or an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and is not likely to have significant effects on the environment.
Pursuant to Article 120(3)(b) a member of the public, may at any time before the expiration of 4 weeks beginning on the date of the publication of this notice, seek an EIA screening determination from An Bord Pleanála as to whether the proposed development would have significant effects on the environment.
Plans and Particulars of the proposed works are available for inspection or purchase, on payment of a specified fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making such a copy, during normal office hours from Wednesday, 7th August 2024, until Thursday, 19th September 2024: at the following locations;
• Kerry County Council, Capital Development Unit Offices, Unit 20/21, The Reeks, Killarney, Co. Kerry V93C3WH
• Kerry County Council, Killarney Municipal District Office, Town Hall, Killarney, Co. Kerry V93KH5V
• Kerry County Council, Roads and Transportation Department, Room 115, Kerry County Council, County Buildings, Rathass, Tralee, Co. Kerry V92H7VT
• Kerry County Council Website www.kerrycoco.ie
An advisor will be available to explain the plans – please contact the Capital Development Unit on (064) 6626112 or cdusouth@kerrycoco.ie
Submissions and Observations with respect to the proposed development DEALING WITH PROPER PLANNING AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT in which the development would be situated, may be made in writing and clearly marked Part 8 – New Road/Rock Road Traffic Calming Measures.
To: Administrative Officer, Capital Development Unit, Kerry County Council, Unit 20/21 The Reeks, Killarney, Co. Kerry V93C3WH Or Email to: cdusouth@kerrycoco.ie
• And must be received by 4.00 pm on Thursday, 19th September 2024.
Personal information is collected by Kerry County Council to enable the processing of your submission/enquiry. 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
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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) agus Acht Um Thrácht ar Bhóithre 1961 (Alt 95).
Public Notice in Compliance with the Road Traffic Act 1994 (Section 38) as amended by the Public Transportation Regulation Act, 2009 (Section 46) and the Road Traffic Act, 1961 (Section 95).
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), and the Road Traffic Act 1961 (Section 95), Kerry County Council proposes to introduce a controlled raised pedestrian crossing on the L3905 Ross Road, Killarney, Co Kerry with minor realignment of the kerb lines at the entrance to Castle Falls Estate, Ross Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry.
The proposed Ross Road raised pedestrian crossing will be located immediately south of the junction of Ross Road and L1289 Castle Falls estate road. The proposed raised Pedestrian Crossing will provide pedestrian and cycle linkages with improved universal access between the existing Flesk Walkway and Cycleway and the existing footpath on Ross Road.
Drawings 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 7th August 2024, until Thursday, 5th September 2024:
• Kerry County Council, Capital Development Unit Offices, Unit 20/21, The Reeks, Killarney, Co. Kerry V93C3WH
• Kerry County Council, Killarney Municipal District Office, Town Hall, Killarney, Co. Kerry V93KH5V
• Kerry County Council, Roads and Transportation Department, Room 115, Kerry County Council, County Buildings, Rathass, Tralee, Co. Kerry V92H7VT
It will also be advertised on the Kerry County Council website – www.kerrycoco.ie
Observations or representations in relation to the proposal may be made, in writing and marked Section 38 – Ross Road Pedestrian Crossing to the Administrative Officer, Capital Development Unit, Kerry County Council, Unit 20/21, The Reeks, Killarney, Co. Kerry V93C3WH or by email to cdusouth@kerrycoco.ie and must be received by 4.00 p.m. on Thursday, 5th September 2024.
Personal Information is collected by Kerry County Council to enable the processing of your submission/enquiry. 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
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) agus Acht Um Thrácht ar Bhóithre 1961 (Alt 95).
Public Notice in Compliance with the Road Traffic Act 1994 (Section 38) as amended by the Public Transportation Regulation Act, 2009 (Section 46) and the Road Traffic Act, 1961 (Section 95).
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), and the Road Traffic Act 1961 (Section 95), Kerry County Council proposes to introduce traffic calming measures at New Road and Rock Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry as follows:
• A controlled raised pedestrian crossing on the L3900 New Road.
• Upgrading the existing pedestrian crossing at the library on Rock Road R876.
• Realignment of the New Road/Rock Road junction.
• Associated landscaping and drainage work.
These traffic calming measures will provide improved pedestrian and cycling access at the New Road/Rock Road junction.
Drawings showing the location of the proposed works may be inspected at the following locations during normal office hours, for a period from Wednesday 7th August 2024, until Thursday, 19th September 2024:
• Kerry County Council, Capital Development Unit Offices, Unit 20/21, The Reeks, Killarney, Co. Kerry V93C3WH
• Kerry County Council, Killarney Municipal District Office, Town Hall, Killarney, Co. Kerry V93KH5V
• Kerry County Council, Roads and Transportation Department, Room 115, Kerry County Council, County Buildings, Rathass, Tralee, Co. Kerry V92H7VT
It will also be advertised on the Kerry County Council website – www.kerrycoco.ie
Observations or representations in relation to the proposal may be made, in writing and marked Section 38 – New Road/Rock Road Traffic calming measures to the Administrative Officer, Capital Development Unit, Kerry County Council, Unit 20/21, The Reeks, Killarney, Co. Kerry V93C3WH or by email to cdusouth@kerrycoco.ie and must be received by 4.00 p.m. on Thursday, 19th September 2024.
Personal Information is collected by Kerry County Council to enable the processing of your submission/enquiry. 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
The Killarney Matchmaker
The advantages of joining a matchmaking agency
My name is Eithne Buckley and I set up Twoheartsmeet Matchmaking Agency back in 2011.
I have spent the last 13 years matching single, separated, divorced and widowed people from their mid 30s to late 70s age bracket.
Here are some of the questions I get asked by people thinking of joining up. What criteria do you take into account when matching two people?
The main criteria are personality traits and values. Once I have someone within your ideal age bracket and location, these are the things I look for. I also compare physical attributes such as height and build as well as occupations, backgrounds, and level of education. What is your level of success?
As I take my work as a matchmaker very seriously and want to maintain the good reputation I have built up over the years, I am very successful and have a very high percentage of couples who stay together. On average, around 70% or 80% of couples that I match up, end up in a longterm relationship.
What is the difference between joining an online dating site and joining Twoheartsmeet?
As people pay a membership fee to join Twoheartsmeet, this shows they are serious about looking for a long-term partner. As they have invested money in joining up, they show they are looking for commitment and not just a casual relationship or one-night stand.
How many matches can I expect to get? I don’t limit the number of introductions I offer people. As long as I have someone who I think you would be interested in meeting I will allow you to see their profile and photo. If both of you agree to meet I will exchange first names and phone numbers.
CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE
FOR SALE: Antique Meccano Set size 10, in its own cabinet. Hundreds and hundreds of pieces. Would suit child from 7years up. All books, etc. included. Price €350. Call 087 9075945.
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What’s the next step if I decide I want to join?
We would make an appointment to meet up to complete the profiling. This takes place over a cup of coffee in a quiet corner of a hotel where we won’t be disturbed and takes between 60-90 minutes. What happens after the profiling is completed?
I will type up your profile and email or WhatsApp it to you so you can have a read of it and you can make any changes if you want. If it doesn’t work out with the first person you match me with, how long will I have to wait for a follow-up introduction?
It depends on your criteria. When I have someone else who I feel is a compatible match for you, I will send you their profile. We offer people a two-year membership package and you will receive introductions until you meet someone you want to stay with.
So if you are interested in joining Twoheartsmeet, please call 085 77 42 444 or check out the website twoheartsdating.com
fiddle, guitar, banjo. Garda vetted. Leaving Cert Music grinds and Online Option also available. Tel John: 087-6801392 or Maggie: 087-6961681.
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ANIMALS
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Teresa RANDLES is a former Head of Human Resources and now works as a Career Coach and Career Planning Strategist.
How to successfully start a new job
The reverse of my last column when I talked about how to leave a job, this time I am focussing on how to successfully start a new job.
So you have left your old job and, I hope, been able to take a break before starting your new role. Exciting times! This new role maybe more senior and involve a new level of responsibility that you may not be used to. The first thing I always recommend is up-dating your LinkedIn profile on your new role – a very easy way to tell your contacts where you have moved to.
The new firm should have a plan of induction in place to cover all the basics like IT, Finance, HR, Compliance, Governance, H&S etc. Do all the training required – don't skip any because you want to get stuck into the job. The training is there to help you do the job. Introduce yourself to everyone – remember you will be building relationships with all of your colleagues. If you are taking responsibility for a team, schedule some time to meet them individually. Listen to what they have to say before forming any quick judgements – they have been with the employer longer than you have.
Arrange to sit down with your own manager and agree priorities for the
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MOTORING
FOR SALE: 2012 Hyundai i30, Maroon, 199,091KM, NCT Nov 2024. Phone 086 8929176.
WANTED
WANTED: Childminder for after-school collections, homework, light meal prep, and drop to activities. Mind kids in their own home. 5 days a week for school terms. Contact 087 7125634.
first month, three months, 6 months etc. And make sure you have follow-up meetings to communicate how you are progressing, issues etc. Always manage your time properly – don't over promise and then under deliver –if you are struggling, speak up! If you make a mistake, tell someone. The longer you leave it, the more difficult it will be to rectify. And you never want to be in a situation where you are ‘covering up’ your own mistakes. Ask questions and get clarity on how things work – you are not expected to know everything! If you see things that can be done differently, try not to change everything on day 1 – understand why it’s done in this particular way and then, when you have the knowledge, begin to engage with people on a change process. And finally, never ever get involved in office politics or gossip! You won’t know anything about the history of the situation or the individuals involved and making snap judgments or giving opinions could be seen as unprofessional – which it is!
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
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TO LET: Double room in house in Killarney Town Centre. Female only. Contact 089 2689749.
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WANTED: Responsible couple (46/40) looking for long term rental. Please WhatsApp to 089 2684996
WANTED: I am searching for a room. I am employed, non-smoker, 43 years old, I am quiet and clean and most importantly I pay on time. Call Lino on 087 9339536.
WANTED: Room, walking distance to town. I have a well-behaved outdoor cat. Please call 087-3986858.
WANTED: Houses and apartments to rent in the Killarney area. Contact 086 8136888.
About us:
Established in 1998 Aqua Design Ltd is a manufacturing facility specialising in High precision profiled components; utilising laser & water-jet cutting, turning, folding, polishing & fabrication processes in a variety of materials. By using the standards outlined in ISO9001 Aqua Design Ltd is committed to providing our customers with high quality product & service at all times.
We are interested in hearing from you if you possess the following:
Machine Operator
Experience with machinery in a production setting is preferred. Candidates demonstrating a strong mechanical aptitude, experience with technical drawings and willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
Spray Painter
We are seeking individuals with experience in spray painting who can deliver high-quality finishes and maintain consistency in their work.
Candidates with experience in a similar production environment, as well as those who possess forklift certification, manual handling training, and a Safe Pass, are highly desirable.
Why Work with Us?
Join a company where stability and a supportive work environment are valued. Work in a friendly and experienced team environment. We value work-life balance and provide competitive benefits.
How to Apply: Please send your up-to-date CV detailing your experience and interest in the role to – careers@aqua-design.ie
JOB OPPORTUNITY
We are currently looking for someone to join our
TEAM
You will be part of a dynamic, fun and driven team dedicated to customer care and service. Experience desirable but not essential.
TWO PART-TIME SCHOOL CLEANERS
REQUIRED FOR FIRIES N.S.
Expected hours: 10 hours per week. Monday – Friday working 4.00p.m.-6.00p.m. each day.
Term time only. €15 per hour. Start date: ASAP
Previous cleaning experience desirable
Please email your CV to jobs.firiesnationalschool@gmail.com before Friday, August 16th if you are interested in applying and suitable candidates will be called for interview.
Please send CV to info@killarneycarpets.ie killarneycarpets • @killarneycarpets
BUS ESCORT REQUIRED
The Board of Management of Holy Cross Mercy School invites applications for the position of Bus Escort. The Bus Escort will accompany and support pupils in our Special Classes to and from school each day. The Bus Escort must be available in the early morning and afternoons, five days a week during the school year.
The Bus Escort is responsible for the safety of the children on board the bus and will be required to provide pupil care needs.
Good communication skills and experience of caring for/working with children with additional needs are desirable.
The post is for approximately twelve hours per week.
The Bus Escort will meet the Bus Driver each morning and afternoon at Holy Cross Mercy School.
The appointment is subject to Garda vetting requirements.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
C.V. (unbound)
Two referees (including name, role and contact number)
Applications may be submitted by post by 1:00p.m. August 23rd 2024
to: Bus Escort Applications, Holy Cross Mercy School, New Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry.
This position is subject to and conditional on Garda Vetting.
The
ACROSS
1. Church seats
5. Surrounded by 9. Painter's stand
14. Rocker ____ Clapton
15. TV host Jay ____
16. Courtroom event
17. Rocker ____ Turner
18. So be it!
19. Freight
20. Psychic
21. Termite, e.g.
23. Bank (on)
24. Minimum
26. Deleted
28. Trouser length
31. Rope fastening
32. Device
35. Mountain pass
38. Give off
39. Moray
40. Country singer ____ McEntire
41. Established
42. Possibly
46. Water barrier
47. Gets up
48. Profession
51. Actress Sophia ____
53. Much (2 wds.)
54. Adjust
56. Johnny ____ of "Finding Neverland"
60. Made angry
62. Not ashore
63. Assess
64. Overweight
65. Gull's kin
66. Face shape
67. Shopping reminders
68. Significant times
69. Irritating one
DOWN
1. Household animals
2. Pennsylvania port
3. Chablis, e.g.
4. Actress ____ Johansson
5. Montgomery's state
6. Office notes
7. Inactive
8. Over
9. List-ending abbr.
10. Biblical mountain
11. Fathers
12. National bird
13. Andrew ____ Webber
22. Nevada city
25. Lobe site
27. ____ Howard of "Happy Days"
28. Frosts
29. Alaskan city
30. Bad mood
31. Potter's need
33. Tennis's ____ Sampras
34. Golfer's need
35. Solidifies
36. Skilled
37. Settles a debt
40. Bit of falling water
42. Crusted dessert
43. Southern veggie
44. Scottish plaids
45. Extreme anger
46. Loathe
48. Christmas song
49. Excuse
50. Stage parts
51. ____ beam
52. Soap ____
55. Appointment
57. Roof edge
58. School gps.
59. Fur
61. French preposition
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
Deferring payment of the Local Property Tax (LPT)
In certain circumstances, you can delay paying some or all of your Local Property Tax (LPT) until a later date.
This is known as a deferral. If you meet the deferral requirements, you can choose to defer the LPT until your financial circumstances improve or the property is sold. However, this does not mean that you are exempt from the LPT. Interest is charged on the deferred amount and the deferred amount remains a charge on the property.
If you qualify for partial deferral, you can defer 50% of your LPT and pay the other 50%.
DEFERRAL OF LPT BASED ON INCOME
You may qualify for full or partial deferral of LPT for a property you own and live in if your income is below a certain amount. You qualify for deferral each year based on your estimated gross income for the previous year. So, for example, if you were liable for LPT on 1 November 2023 (the liability date) you would estimate your gross income for 2023 to see whether you qualify for deferral or partial deferral of the payment in 2024.
If you claimed a deferral for a year and your circumstances change you must inform Revenue.
DEFERRAL FOLLOWING A DEATH
If one member of a couple who qualified for a deferral dies, the deferral will remain in place until the next valuation date (currently 1 November 2025) and the income of the surviving person is not taken into account until then. On 1 November 2025, the surviving person may make a claim for deferral of the tax. If you satisfy the conditions, you will qualify for deferral. If you do
not qualify for deferral after 2025, the amount that was deferred up to the end of 2025 may continue to be deferred. Interest will continue to be charged on the deferred amount in the usual way.
If you inherit a property from someone who is not your spouse, civil partner or cohabitant, Revenue may allow the deferral to continue if you apply for a deferral and qualify. The transfer of the property to you means that the tax deferred (plus interest) becomes payable at that point if you do not meet the conditions for a deferral in your own right.
DEFERRAL FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OF A DECEASED LIABLE PERSON
When a person dies, their property passes to their personal representative. The personal representative then has the duty to distribute the deceased person's money and property in accordance with the will or with the laws of intestacy if there is no will.
The personal representatives of a deceased person may apply for a deferral of LPT until the earlier of either:
• The date on which the property is transferred or sold
• 3 years after the date of death
To qualify for deferral, the deceased person must have been the sole owner of the property but it does not need to have been their main residence.
DEFERRAL BASED ON PERSONAL INSOLVENCY
If you have entered into a Debt Settlement Arrangement or a Personal Insolvency Arrangement, you can apply for a deferral of LPT while the insolvency arrangement is in place. You must have formally agreed your insolvency arrangement with the Insolvency Service of Ireland and your Insolvency Case Number must be included with your application. You will have to pay the deferred LPT, including accrued interest, when the insolvency arrangement ends.
DEFERRAL BASED ON HARDSHIP
You can claim a deferral if:
• You have had an unexpected and unavoidable significant loss or expense and
• As a result, you are unable to pay LPT without too much financial hardship
You must disclose your financial circumstances and any other information required by Revenue.
Examples of the type of losses or expenses that may be considered include:
• Emergency medical expenses
• Major repairs that are unexpectedly needed to keep your house habitable
• Expenses due to a serious accident or the death of a family member
• The loss of your job
• A bad debt you incur if you are self-employed
INTEREST CHARGED
Any deferred amounts have interest charged on them at a rate of 4% a year. The previous deferral interest rate of 4% applied up to 31 December 2021. The rate of interest charged on all deferred amounts from 1 January 2022 is 3% per year.
HOW TO APPLY FOR A DEFERRAL OF LPT
You can apply for a deferral or partial deferral on the basis of your income when you make your LPT return. If you have already submitted an LPT return, you can apply to Revenue in writing by post or through myEnquiries. If you are applying for a deferral under any of the other categories, you must submit the LPT2 form. You can get further information from the Revenue Local Property Tax (LPT) Branch, Tel: (01)738 3626
If you need further information about any of the issues raised here or you have other questions, you can drop-in to your local Citizens Information Service in Tralee, Killarney or Caherciveen – opening hours are listed on our website www.citizensinformation.ie You can also contact us by telephone or email: Killarney Tel: 0818 07 7820
Email: Killarney@citinfo.ie
PUFFINS APLENTY ON SKELLIG MICHAEL: The iconic Atlantic Puffins are plentiful on Skellig Michael, (Sceilg Mhichíl) this season. These colourful enigmatic seabirds are spending their summer on the UNESCO 6th century Monastic Island, 12 Km off the coast of Kerry, where they are breeding and fattening their chicks on sand-eel and sprat. The summer visitor arrived in April and will depart in August. Puffin nest sites are found in burrows
cracks and crevices across the island which offers protection from avian predators. Skellig Michael (Sceilg Mhichíl) is a Statutory
Ciarraí. Check out
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY
WALSH In loving memory of Malachy Walsh Knockeenduff, Killarney who passed away 12th August 2023.
As we lovingly remember Malachy, our funny and wonderful dad, granda, brother, father-in-law, brother-in-law, and uncle on his first anniversary we, his family, wish to express our sincere gratitude to all those who supported us through our devastating loss.
We’ll be forever grateful to the Dr. Crokes Golf Society who were by his side in his final moments and the Emergency Servicesboth ambulance and air ambulance - who fought to keep him with us.
Kenmare Golf Club members, Fr. George Hayes and gardaí, thank you.
Heartfelt thanks to Fr. Kieran O’Brien for your comforting words, guidance, and meaningful Requiem mass you concelebrated with Fr. Tom Looney, Fr. Paddy O’Donoghue, Frs. Denis and Eugene McGillycuddy, Fr. John Kerin, Fr. Micheál Ó’Dochartaigh, Fr. Michael O’Donoghue, and sacristan Tadhg Fleming.
A very special thanks to Malachy’s wonderful friends, colleagues and neighbours for your constant friendship. We know you too feel his loss deeply. We appreciate all those who reached out with kind words, and continued to support us as we navigate life without Malachy.
To his beloved Dr. Crokes GAA Club and Killarney Post Office, we have no words to describe the compassion and care you have shown. Thank you for your touching guards of honour on both days and for keeping his memory alive.
Sincere thanks to Vince Casey, Bernadette Randles, Dr. Gary Stack, Sheahan’s Pharmacy and O’Shea’s Funeral Directors.
It would be impossible to thank everyone for your continued support and kindness, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude.
The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.
Malachy’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 10th August at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.
5TH ANNIVERSARY
MC CARTHY
In loving memory of Charley McCarthy Ballyspillane, Killarney who died on 8th August 2019.
Silent thoughts of times spent together Hold memories of you that will last forever.
Sadly missed by your sister Eileen, your brother Jim and his partner Margaret.
2ND ANNIVERSARY
O’RIORDAN
In loving memory of Patrick (Pa) O”Riordan Annaghmore, Headford who died on 12th August 2022.
As I sat there by your bedside Not knowing how I’d cope
As we listened to your favourite songs Which kind of gave me hope.
I held your hand until it went coldI held my tears until you went
As I watched you take your final breath and your soul it left this world.
Two years it is that now have past We do our best to cope Knowing you are guiding us from above Is the only thing that gives us hope.
We miss you more than words can say But know you are at rest We remember our most precious times Until we meet again in eternity.
Sadly missed and always remembered, from your loving wife Joan, your children Sinead, Marie and Shane, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law and grandchildren.
Anniversary Mass for Patrick will take place on Sunday 11th August at 11am In the Church of the Sacred Heart, Barraduff.
2ND ANNIVERSARY
TUOHY
In loving memory of Patrick G Tuohy Old Forge, Ironmills, Killarney and Market Street, Ballaghaderreen, Co Roscommon who sadly left us on 10th August 2022.
Dearest Pat
We can’t bring you back
But we can take the love that you selflessly showed us And give it to the world in your honour.
Sadly missed by partner Midi, best friend Maeve, and all your loving family.
Anniversary Mass on Saturday 10th August at 6.00pm in St. Agatha’s Church, Glenflesk, Killarney.
4TH ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY
O’CARROLL
In loving memory of Dermot O’Carroll Curragh, Aghadoe, Killarney who passed away on 14th August 2023.
As we lovingly remember Dermot on his first anniversary, his wife Marjorie; daughters Deirdre, Maeve, and Aoife, son Ciaran, son-in-law Donal, daughter-in-law Sarah, grandchildren Daniel, Oisin, Fionn, Darragh, Tess, James, David, and Diarmuid, and extended family, wish to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the sympathy and support shown to us on our great loss.
Thank you to all who called to our home, attended the removal, Requiem Mass, and graveyard, and those who joined the Mass online.
We are very grateful to those who sent floral tributes, Mass cards, letters, phone calls, text messages, and online condolences and those who travelled long distances to be with us.
Our sincere thanks to Father Niall Geaney for celebrating the Requiem Mass for Dermot, to Jimmy Dennehy, Parish Clerk, and to Maria and Gobnait Falvey for the very moving and beautiful music and singing.
4TH ANNIVERSARY HALPIN (NEE
MURHILL)
In loving memory of Mary Halpin (nee Murhill) Muckross, Killarney whose 4th anniversary occurs on 8th August.
There is a garden in my heart Where happy memories grow Of those who mean the most to me As seasons come and go.
And among the fairest flowers That ever could be Is the memory of my sister And how much she means to me.
Sadly missed by your brothers Pa, John, Donie and Frank, sister Margaret, and their families.
**
Auntie
May the winds of heaven blow softly And whisper in your ear
How much we love and miss you And wish that you were here.
Fondly remembered, your nieces and nephews.
Anniversary Mass will be held on Saturday 10th August at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral.
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
In loving Memory of Margaret O’Connor (nee Cronin) Kilbrean, Killarney, Co. Kerry who passed away on 9th August 2020.
On a quiet August morning You heard the Angels call You took the hand of Jesus And quietly left us all.
Happy memories are forever Of the days we were all together They bring a smile after every tear And a wish that you were still here.
Forever loved and missed beyond words, Tom, Karen and Larry, Tara and Graham, Marguerite and John and all the grandchildren.
Anniversary Mass on Saturday 10th August at 7.30pm in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin.
5TH ANNIVERSARY BURKE
In loving memory of John (Jackie) Burke late of Knocknagowna, Faha, Killarney who passed away 10th August 2019.
You always had a smile so wide Loved a laugh, a joke and your family. We remember you in our own special way Today on your anniversary.
Always loved, always treasured. From your loving family.
Dad’s Mass is on in St. Mary’s Cathedral, on Saturday 10th August at 6.15pm.
We would also like to thank all the staff at the Bons Secours Hospital, Tralee, especially the HDU, for the kindness, care, and compassion shown to Dermot and ourselves.
Thank you to Fr. Amos for administering the last rites.
Sincere thanks to Dr. Gary Stack, Dr. Fidelma Cronin, and Norma Sheehan at Park Medical Centre and to Liam and staff at Sheahans’ Pharmacy for all the kindness and care they showed to Dermot over the years.
Thank you to the staff at Our Lady of Lourdes Nursing Home in Kilcummin for the kindness and care shown to Dermot.
Thank you to the staff at the cardiology unit at CUH for the great support and compassion shown to Dermot.
Our thanks to the Castlerosse Hotel staff for the lovely meal they provided after the funeral service.
Sincere thanks to Mike and Mary O’Shea and staff at O’Shea’s Funeral Home for their support and kindness on those very difficult days.
Dermot is missed today and every day and will forever be in our hearts.
As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.
1st Anniversary Mass for Dermot will take place on Sunday, 18th August at 10am in the Prince of Peace Church, Fossa.
NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART
6TH ANNIVERSARY WARREN
In loving memory of our Dad Connie Warren, late of Annaghmore, Headford who passed away on 10th August 2018.
He never looked for praises
He was never one to boast
He just went on quietly working
For the ones he loved the most.
His dreams were seldom spoken
His wants were very few
And most of the times his worries Went unspoken too.
He was there... a firm foundation
Through all our storms of life
A sturdy hand to hold on to
When in times of stress and strife.
A true friend we could turn to
When times were good or bad
One of the greatest blessings
The man that we called Dad.
Sadly missed but never forgotten, daughter Theresa and son-in-law David.
Anniversary Mass will be held for Connie on Sunday 18th August at 11.00am in The Sacred Heart Church, Barraduff.
12TH ANNIVERSARY
BUCKLEY
In loving memory of my dear husband Paddy Buckley, late of Knocknacopple, Rathmore who died on 12th August 2012.
R.I.P.
I think of you in silence I often speak your name
All I have are memories
And your picture in a frame.
Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving wife, Mary.
27TH ANNIVERSARY DENNEHY
In loving memory of Hannah Dennehy late of Counerough, Headford who died on 9th August 1997.
Time and years slip gently by
But love and memories never die
No longer in our lives to share But Mom in our hearts you are always there.
The ones we love don’t go away
They walk beside us every day
Unseen, unheard but always near Still loved, still missed, still very dear.
Sadly missed by your loving husband Michael and family.
7TH ANNIVERSARY
MURPHY
In loving memory of David Murphy
Late of Sixmile Bridge, Clare and Killarney who passed away on 5th August 2017.
Those we love don’t go away
They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard, but always near Still loved, still missed, still very dear.
Always loved and remembered, Mom, Dad and brothers Cillian and Evan. xx
18TH ANNIVERSARY MANGAN
In loving memory of Dr. Bill Mangan who we lost on 13th August 2006. Also remembering his beloved son James who we lost on 27th September 2013.
“Always in our hearts.”
Patricia, Catherine, William and Freda.
18TH & 16TH ANNIVERSARIES
KELLY & O’DONOGHUE
In loving memory of Teresa Kelly (nee O’Donoghue) late of Glanmire, Co. Cork and Knockeenduve, Killarney who died on 25th August 2006 and Mary O’Donoghue 2 Woodlawn Avenue and Knockeenduve who died on 2nd August 2008.
Special Ladies They blessed this world They loved so much How many hearts Their lives can touch.
We love you and miss you both. From all the family.
Anniversary Mass on Friday 23rd August at 9.30am in the Church of the Resurrection.
30TH ANNIVERSARY
O’DONOGHUE (NEE HICKEY)
In loving memory of Eileen O’Donoghue late of Pinewood Estate, Killarney who died on 11th August 1994.
Silent memories keep you near As time unfolds another year Out of our lives you may be gone But in our hearts you still live on.
Always remembered by your sisters, and families.
16TH BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE
LEANE
16th Birthday remembrance of our loving Son and Brother, Jack Lawlor’s Cross, Tralee Road, Killarney whose 16th Birthday occurs on Sunday 11th August 2024.
It’s especially difficult today Not to have you here
To Celebrate the times, we’ve shared Over another joyful year
We wish we had just one more chance To see your Happy smile To laugh and celebrate with you
Just for a little while
We’ll hold on to you forever
Deep within my Heart And though you are not here with us Know that we’ll never part
This day is always special So, we just want to say That we are thinking of you with love On this your Birthday Jack.
Always loved and missed, Dad and Mom, Gary, Ryan and Rory. xx
12TH & 37TH ANNIVERSARIES
O’SHEA
In loving memory of Sally O’Shea (nee O’Connell) 1 Ross Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry who died on 8th August 2012 and her husband Daniel O’Shea who died on 21st July 1987. R.I.P.
We hold you close within our hearts And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again.
So rest in peace dear loved ones And thanks for all you’ve done We pray that God has given you The crown you’ve truly won.
From your loving family, Marie, Billy, Paudie, Dan (Jnr), Paulette and Pierette.
Anniversary Mass on Saturday 10th August at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral.
You have said O Divine Jesus, ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and the door shall be opened to you. Relying on these promises, I come with confidence during this novena to beg of you the favours that I need (make request).
For whom shall I ask Lord Jesus, if not from you whose heart is an unfailing source of graces and merits. Most loving heart of my God. I believe in your power, I believe in your knowledge I believe in your personal love for me, and therefore.
O Sacred heart of Jesus I place all my trust in you. Our father, Hail Mary and Glory, say 3 times for 3 days must promise publication. POS
16TH ANNIVERSARY & 29TH BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE
DALY In loving memory of Rebecca Daly late of Gortagullane, Mangerton 11th August 1995-14th August 2008.
To lose you when you were so young Leaves such an empty space
Our consolation is you’re in a better place.
Just a prayer from the family who loved you
Just a memory fond and true In our hearts you will live forever Because we thought the world of you.
Love Mom, Dad, Linda, Hannah and Daniel.
16TH ANNIVERSARY & 29TH BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE
DALY
In loving memory of Rebecca Daly late of Mangerton, Killarney 11th August 1995 - 14th August 2008.
When someone you love becomes a memory
The memory becomes a treasure Fondly remembered in our hearts forever.
From your Cronin uncles, aunts and cousins.
28TH ANNIVERSARY
COFFEY In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother Mary Coffey late of 51 Marian Terrace, Killarney who died on 13th August 1996. R.I.P.
There is no night without a dawning No winter without a spring
And beyond deaths dark horizon
Our hearts once more will sing.
For those who leave us for a while
Have only gone away
Out of a restless, careless world Into a “ Brighter day “.
Sadly missed by your loving daughters Breda, Nono, Mary, Eileen and Josie, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
Anniversary Mass on Sunday 11th August at 12 noon in St Mary’s Cathedral.
NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART
4TH ANNIVERSARY
WALSHE
In loving memory of June Walshe late of Woodlawn Park, Killarney who died on 18th August 2020.
God looked around his garden
And saw an empty space
He then looked down upon the earth
And saw your tired face.
He put his arms around you And lifted you to rest God’s garden must be beautiful He always takes the best.
From your loving husband Cathal and brother Jerry.
Anniversary Mass on Friday 16th August 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral.
ST. THERESA
Ask God to please grant me the favour I thee implore and tell him I will love him each day more and more. Amen.
4TH ANNIVERSARY
WALSHE
In loving memory of June Walshe late of Woodlawn Park, Killarney who died on 18th August 2020.
There is a gift in life you cannot buy A gift so rare and true It is a gift of a wonderful mother Like the one we had in you.
Lovingly remembered by your son Enda and grandchildren Rebecca and Amy.
NOVENA TO ST. CLAIRE
Ask St. Claire for 3 favours, one business, two impossible and say nine Hail Mary’s for nine days with lighted candle. Pray whether you believe or not. Publish on ninth day. Powerful Novena. May the sacred heart of Jesus be praised, adored, glorified and loved today and every day throughout the whole world forever Amen. Say six times daily for nine days. Your request will be granted no matter how difficult it may seem. Favour publication must be promised.
4TH ANNIVERSARY
WALSHE
In loving memory of June Walshe late of Woodlawn Park, Killarney who died on 18th August 2020.
We think of you always We talk to you too
We have such precious memories We wish we still had you.
Dearly loved and forever missed by Finbarr and grandchildren Nia and Dara.
A PRAYER TO OUR LADY OF
O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother.
O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to succour me in this necessity; there are none that can withstand your power. O, show me herein you are my Mother, O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. (3 times) Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands. (3 times) EH
25TH ANNIVERSARY
CARROLL
In loving memory of Donie Carroll Marian Terrace, Killarney who passed away on 16th August 1999.
For those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day
Unseen, unheard, but always near Still loved, still missed and held so dear.
Sadly, missed and never forgotten, your sons, daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday 14th August at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.
Oh great St. Joseph of Cupertino who by your hand Prayers did obtain the grace of god to be asked in your exam the only questions which you knew, grant me success like you in the exam for which I’m now preparing. In return, I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. Oh Great St. Joseph of Cupertino grant my request. Amen.
St. Theresa the Little Flower, please pick me a rose from thy heavenly gardens and send it to me with a message of love.
MOUNT CARMEL
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EMOTIONAL: Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh is lifted up by teammates Aishling O'Connell and Eilís Lynch after their side's victory in the TG4 All-Ireland final. Photo: Seb Daly/Sportsfile.
QUEEN OF CROKER
Legend Louise leads Kerry to long-awaited All-Ireland
LGFA SENIOR ALL-IRELAND
FINAL
Kerry 3 - 14 | Galway 0 - 11
CROKE PARK
For me, I Gotta Feeling by the Black Eyed Peas used to conjure up blurry memories of the Grand nightclub in Killarney – specifically standing around half-vexed, wondering if the DJ was ever going to play something good. Now it means something else entirely. When David and Paudie Clifford lifted Sam in 2022, the cheesy dance-pop hit was playing in the background. And again, on Sunday last, as Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh approached the Brendan Martin Cup with a smile so big and so bright it could light up the sky, it was the auto-tuned voice of BEP frontman will.i.am that echoed around Croke Park.
So, arguably the two greatest moments in Kerry football’s recent history will forever be associated with I Gotta Feeling. It might be a far cry from The Rose of Tralee but if they ever bring out an official Kerry GAA & LGFA soundtrack, it will have to be there (although maybe somewhere towards the end).
Louise’s long-awaited trophy lift was the high-point on a day of incredible highs for the Kerry ladies. Watching this legend, often referred to as the greatest Kerry footballer to never win an All-Ireland, finally reach the mountain top after 16 seasons was enough to bring a tear to the eye.
Earlier, when the final horn sounded, the 33-year-old made her way down from the Hogan Stand (she had been subbed off to a fitting ovation with three minutes to go) and skipped out onto the pitch like a schoolgirl running from her books on the first day of sum-
mer.
Retirement was on the cards 12 months ago when Kerry lost their second All-Ireland final in a row. If this is to be an ending for the flame-haired footballing goddess, it is an ending of the fairytale variety.
TEAM EFFORT
While it is appropriate to focus on Louise first, and her adoring teammates will be happy to stand back and admire her like the rest of us, the 2023 Players’ Player of the Year certainly did not win this All-Ireland on her own. Far from it, in fact; her form was not as spectacular this year as it was in previous years. She still showed her class – not least in the first half of Sunday’s final when she scored five consecutive points – but it was very much a team effort that got
Kerry over the line.
Galway’s strong running game looked threatening during the opening exchanges but it wasn’t long before The Kingdom’s defensive solidity came to the fore. Working together as a unit, they consistently and very diligently diverted the advancing opponents away from goal. Eventually, the only running Galway were doing was running out of ideas.
Kerry were already dominating when Aoife Dillane’s fortuitous goal gave them an eight-point lead right before half-time (1-8 to 0-3), and at no point in the second period did you ever feel as though the result was in doubt. In the end the margin of victory (12 points, 3-14 to 0-11) did not flatter the champions at all.
From 1 to 15 and beyond it was a sensational display. Goalkeeper Ciara
Butler’s kickouts were on the money. In defence, Eilís Lynch shadowed Galway’s primary scorer Roisín Leonard with typical care, precision and guile, giving up just one point from play. Kayleigh Cronin dominated any attacker who came near her and was deservedly named Player of the Game. Ciara Murphy was once again handed a specific marking role and she acquitted herself admirably. Aishling O’Connell – one of the team’s most reliable players all year - kept Olivia Divilly under wraps. Deirdre Kearney showed the resilience and physical toughness that makes her a much-valued teammate. Aoife Dillane was busy and deserved her goal.
At midfield, the experienced Anna Galvin led by example, and Mary O’Connell exhibited poise and composure beyond her years.
Up front, captain Niamh Carmody posed problems with her incisive runs. Niamh Ní Chonchúir put the team first, as always. Síofra O’Shea worked hard and used possession wisely. Danielle O’Leary was industrious and a constant menace. Emma Dineen had a great battle with the impressive Sarah Ní Loingsigh and finished up with 1-2, including a cleverly taken goal. Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh kicked 0-6 in total and in general her contributions were crafty and efficient, as per usual.
As for the subs, Hannah O’Donoghue’s brilliant goal came as a surprise to absolutely no one; she has been one of the team’s main scoring threats all year. Lorraine Scanlon was simply superb. Cáit Lynch added her usual enthusiasm and energy. And Katie Brosnan and Kate O’Sullivan also slotted in and played their part.
Huge credit must go to Darragh Long and Declan Quill who got basically all their calls right on the day, and all season, from tactics to team selection to in-game decisions and everything in
between. Their names are now etched into the lore of Kerry football, and deservedly so.
CONTRIBUTION
Winning this All-Ireland, Kerry’s first since 1993, is a fantastic accomplishment by this group of individuals but perhaps even more significant than the silverware is their overall contribution to ladies’ football, and to women’s sport in general, in this part of the world.
There was a time in the not-too-distant past when the Kerry ladies were an afterthought within their own county. Now, the team is front and centre, inspiring the next generation of Kayleighs and Síofras and Louises. And it’s not just young girls and women who should be feeling the effect. Male allies will play an important role as our female athletes continue to strive for equality and even within my own circles I have noticed an uptick in support for the Kerry ladies and for women in sport across the board. Having a winning team to latch onto certainly helps. We can take heart, too, from the large number of young male supporters who attended last weekend’s final at Croke Park. Boys like 6-year-old Rian Hickey from Barraduff who went viral after holding up a homemade sign that read “I’m a ladies man”. Thankfully Rian’s generation will be brought up to appreciate the inherent merits of women’s sport.
Like all creatures who fail to adapt, those who are unwilling to alter their perceptions will be left behind as the Kerry ladies and teams and athletes like them march on towards a future as bright as Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh’s smile.
PRIZE: Kerry captain Niamh Carmody lifts the Brendan Martin Cup. Photo: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile.
Stunning triumph for superb Kerry ladies
Eamonn Fitzgerald’s shares his thoughts on the LGFA All-Ireland final as Declan Quill and Darragh Long’s team defeated Galway
As captain Dara Ó Cinnéide brought the Sam Maguire home to Kerry in 2004, he turned to his Corca Dhuibhne friend and fellow All-Ireland winner Séamus Mac Gearailt and captured the meaning of it all for players and supporters with a succinct one-liner. “I ndeireadh na dála, tá Sam sa mhála.” (“When all is said and done, Sam is in the bag.”)
Perceptive and articulate as ever in his native language, he pinpointed the importance of Sam residing in Kerry as often as possible. Kerry hadn’t won it since 2000 when they beat Galway in the final. Even four years was too long a wait.
On Monday last, Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh must surely have had the same sentiments when the victorious Kerry team of 2024 arrived at the Fitzgerald Stadium en route to a packed Glebe car park. So much of the sameness. Both are from Corca Dhuibhne, both native Irish speakers, and both brilliant players wearing the green and gold geansaí with pride and honour. Both sing off the same hymn sheet, booting the ‘caid’ over the black spot to propel Kerry towards winning ways. However, there are some differences. Dara won his three All-Irelands in 1997, 2000 and 2004. Louise won every honour in the game including All-Stars and Footballer of the Year but the All-Ireland had eluded her. She waited 17 long and frustrating years during a stellar career with Kerry LGFA to lift the Brendan Martin Cup for her first time at Croke Park on Sunday last, defeating Galway 3-14 to 0-11 in a thrilling spectacle. Kerry now lead the way with 13 Brendan Martin wins, just one ahead of Cork.
CAPTAIN NIAMH Niamh Carmody captained Kerry to ultimate success but Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh played a pivotal role, scoring six points in all (five in the first half). Kerry went into the dressing room with a commanding lead after those scores and that brilliant goal by Aoife Dillane who came from deep in defence. The Kingdom were in good stead at the interval, leading 1-8 to 0-3.
There were truly wonderful individual performances, and the kudos also goes to joint managers Declan Quill and Darragh Long. They were frustrated at being blown out of it for the last two years in the All-Ireland defeats to Meath in 2022 and to Dublin in 2023. They ensured that the horror of three consecutive All-Ireland final losses did not materialise.
During the league campaign they rotated the personnel, rested key players and gave game time to many more. No longer is it possible to win an All-Ireland with just the starting 15 and there was further evidence of that on Sunday last. Look what the bench contributed to the scoring (1-4).
This was a team effort with no weak link, consigning Galway to yet another galling defeat at Croke Park. Just seven days before, Pádraic Joyce’s dreams were sabotaged by a resurgent Armagh. Although Kerry racked up a huge score of 3-14, the foundation for this victory was in defence. All seven starters from Ciara
Butler, the ever-reliable goalkeeper, out worked together to shut out Galway.
Local lady Kayleigh Cronin gave an outstanding display at fullback. She gave an exhibition of that great skill in football, the block-down, which is sadly missing from so many of the current games which are destroyed by handpassing. It is a wonderful skill requiring timing, commitment and bravery, turning last-ditch defence into attack. She needed to be commanding as the Divilly sisters Niamh and Olivia seemed destined to breach the Kerry defence.
Little wonder that Kayleigh was awarded the TG4 Laoch na hImeartha award. More honours will surely come her way in the form of an All-Star.
When I spoke with Kayleigh after the game I first asked her to describe her feelings when the final whistle was blown. “I can’t put it into words all the emotions I felt, but most of all it was one of relief. After all the disappointments and the hard slog preparing all year to
have one more go at winning the All-Ireland took a huge effort from the full panel. Yes, it was worth it.”
It must have been extra special to win the Player of the Game award?
“Those awards are individual, and the only real award is the team one. We have total commitment from the full panel and that is why we won this one. It’s so precious, making up for the devastation we felt after losing the last two All-Ireland finals.”
ROUTE 1
Kerry did use the handpass to good effect when needed but it was Route 1 to attack that pleased the spectators most. Kerry used the quick kick pass into a superb scoring full forward line, and they delivered rich dividends. Let’s hope the other Kerry team will adopt that strategy in 2025 and bring David Clifford, Footballer of the Year and of several years, into play. The Bible says it straight. “Don’t hide your light under a bushel.” The men need to shine the light just as the ladies did. Premature redundancy is a terrible scourge, especially when it is self-inflicted.
That purple patch by Louise that yielded five points and the spectacular goal by Dillane sounded the death knell for hapless Galway. Her looping, dipping shot is one of the most difficult shots for any goalkeeper to save. And all Dearbhla Gower could do was pick the ball out of the net.
Kerry had the luxury of introducing such powerful subs, giving just rewards to brilliant players such as Hannah O’Donoghue, Louise Scanlon and Cáit Lynch. They must have been disappointed that they could not make the starting 15. O’Donoghue was just on the field a minute when she scored her goal after a great assist by Ní Mhuircheartaigh. She also added two points.
Hannah sent a brilliant pinpoint pass to Emma Dineen who scored Kerry’s third goal with just four minutes to go.
It was fitting that the long-serving Lorraine Scanlon scored a point when she entered the fray.
KEY MOMENT: Aoife Dillane of Kerry shoots to score her side's first goal despite pressure from Galway's Niamh Divilly. Photo: Seb Daly/Sportsfile.
There were wonderful individual performances, and the credit also goes to managers Declan Quill and Darragh
Long
For the record here are the Kerry heroines: Ciara Butler; Eilís Lynch, Kayleigh Cronin, Ciara Murphy; Aishling O'Connell, Deirdre Kearney, Aoife Dillane (1-0); Mary O'Connell (0-1), Anna Galvin (0-1); Niamh Carmody (0-1), Síofra O'Shea, Niamh Ní Chonchúir; Danielle O'Leary, Emma Dinneen (1-2), Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh (0-6, 0-2 from play). Mná ionaid: Hannah O'Donoghue (1-2), Lorraine Scanlon (0-1), Katie Brosnan, Cáit Lynch, Kate O'Sullivan.
BRENDAN MARTIN
Special mention and fulsome praise must go to Brendan Martin, the Tullamore native who played a pivotal role in organising ladies’ Gaelic football games and putting ladies’ football on a national basis during the early 1970s, leading to the founding of the LGFA 50 years ago. Let’s not forget Mick Fitzgerald, the Galway man who got involved in assisting camogie in Kerry but in 1974 along with Fossa’s Alex Rintoul (RIP) he picked the first Kerry ladies’ football team and promoted it to great heights when they won nine out of ten All-Irelands. Maith sibh, Brendan, Mick and Alex.
In the intermediate final Leitrim captured their title, a rare occurrence for that county, edging out Tyrone 3-11 to 3-10. In the junior final Fermanagh defeated Louth and the real match winner here was the Player of the Game Eimear Smyth who scored a whopping 1-9. That’s it as the Kerry LGFA takes centre stage in this week’s edition. There is plenty of other sporting action going on at the minute, especially with so much glory for Ireland in the Paris Olympics. Round 2 matches in the Kerry Club Football Championships were played and this weekend Round 3 games will decide which teams make it to the knockout stages. Kerry FC scored a memorable 3-3 draw away to Athlone Town, but they should have earned full points after holding a twogoal lead until Athlone drew level with goals in the 86th and 88th minutes. They have a home game this Friday night at 7.45pm but they have tough opposition in Cobh Ramblers.
THIS IS WHAT IT MEANS: Kerry managers Declan Quill and Darragh Long are overcome with emotion at the final whistle. Photo: Seb Daly/Sportsfile.
CONGRATULATIONS KERRY
All-Ireland Champions 2024
Photos: Sportsfile (Piaras Ó Mídheach/Seb Daly/Ray McManus)
Killarney Athletic
JULY 300 CLUB DRAW: €500 Andrew Dennehy. €100 John Lenihan. €100 Sean & Eileen Hanrahan. €100 Emma Kennelly. €100 Liam Lynch. €100 Brian O’Reilly.
AGM: The AGM took place on Wednesday last, and the following were elected for the upcoming year. Chairperson Donie Murphy. Vice Chair Damien McCormick. Secretary Diarmuid O’Mahony. Schoolboys and Girls Secretary Martin Muldoon. Treasurer Denis Murphy. Vice Treasurer Mike O’Shea. Child Welfare Officer Lisa Crowley. Assistant CWO Eimear Scannell.
Killarney Celtic
LOTTO: Numbers drawn 15, 21, 22, 28. No jackpot winner. Match 3 winners received €75. Next jackpot €10,600 on Monday August 12th. Tickets available from The Dungeon Bookshop, Amber Shop (Top of Ross Road), club members and online through Clubzap.
REGISTRATION for the 2024/25 season is now open on Clubzap. Club membership prices have been kept at the same price as last season.
GOLF: The Killarney Celtic Golf Classic will take place on Saturday September 7th at Beaufort Golf Club. Tee times are 7am-4pm. Team of 4 costs €250. Tee box sponsorship costs €70. Fantastic prizes and food included on the day. To book a tee time please contact Tim Jones 087 977 1302 or Tomas Kelliher 087 258 9194. To sponsor a tee box please contact Mary Lyne 086 648 5809.
LADIES: Killarney Celtic will have a senior ladies team this season playing in the Kerry District League. If interested in playing please contact David 087 984 3325.
Mastergeeha
LOTTO: There was no winner on Friday 2nd August 2024 of the Jackpot for €13,400. Numbers drawn were 07, 08, 11, 25. Consolation prizes of €50 went to Marie O’Donoghue, Rockfield; Erin & Niamh O’Connor, Glounonea; Helena Daly C/O Village Inn; Helen Devane O/L. The next draw will be on Friday 2nd August for Jackpot of €13,600.
Killarney Legion GAA
RESULT: Kerry Petroleum Intermediate Club Championship. The Senior Men bounced back from the opening day defeat at the hands at Glenflesk with a well merited win over Gneeveguilla in Doreen on Saturday evening. While it was the nature of the defeat, not the performance, that irked many in Spa, the overall showing against the Sliabh Luachra side was very efficient. Five players, namely James O’Donoghue, David O’Sullivan, Darragh Lyne, Darragh O’Doherty and Denis Sheahan all found the target in the opening half to open up a 0-9 to 0-6 interval lead. With a slight breeze to their backs, four more found their name on the
scoresheet. Peter McCarthy with four, Eoghan O’Sullivan, Rob Leen and Jamie Alade all combined to stretch the lead out to eight points, 0-17 to 0-9. Daire Murphy made his championship debut with three further scorers, the Gammell brothers and Jonathon Lyne making it a 0-20 to 0-9 victory. Next weekend sees a trip down south to Caherciveen where St Mary's lie in wait. A win would see us qualify for the quarter finals. Team: Brian Kelly, Darragh Fleming, Darragh O’Doherty (0-1), Peter O’Sullivan, Jonathan Lyne (0-1), Danny Sheahan, Rob Leen (0-1), Jamie Alade (0-1) Cian Gammell (0-1), Eoghan O’Sullivan (0-1), Darragh Lyne (0-2), Denis Sheahan (0-2), James O’Donoghue (0-1), David O’Sullivan (03), Peter McCarthy (0-4). Subs used Sam Benson for James O’Donoghue, Shaun Keane for Jamie Alade, Conor Gammell (0-1) for Peter O’Sullivan, Cathal Sheahan for Jonathan Lyne, Daire Murphy for Peter McCarthy.
KERRY LADIES: A huge congratulations to the Kerry Senior Ladies on their extremely impressive win over Galway last Sunday. It brought the Brendan Martin Cup to the Kingdom and ended a 31 year wait for All Ireland glory. A special mention to S and C Coach Eric McDonnell, whose daughter is an active member of our Saturday Morning Academy.
MINOR COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP: The fixtures have been confirmed for the group stages of the Keane’s SuperValu Minor County Championship. We entertain Kenmare Shamrocks in Direen on this Monday August 5th while a week later we travel to Castleisland to take on St Kieran’s in the second round. A neutral venue fixture against Austin Stacks rounds up the group games. The top two in the group qualify for the quarter finals with third and fourth entering into the Shield competition. Plenty football ahead for our U17 Boys.
KERRY SOUTH DEVELOPMENT
SQUADS: Well done to Samuel Scroope, James Murphy, Ronan O’Brien, Mark Looney and Jack Culloty who all played with South Kerry in a comfortable victory over Cavan u15s on Saturday in Portlaoise. Jamie Fleming, Sean Lyne, Conor Moynihan and Cian Hegarty were also part of the U14 team that travelled to Kildare to face the host County and Westmeath. Jayden Hurley, who is also on the panel, missed today due to holidays. U16 LADIES: Our U16 Green team continued their Division Three County League campaign on Thursday evening with a visit to local rivals Glenflesk. Both teams are well used to each other and never fail to turn up a tough battle with no quarter asked or given, and so it played out again. On a warm evening, the game was played 13 v 13, which made for a wideopen game of football. Legion played with the aid of the wind and led at half time 7-04 to 3-03 with some excellently worked scores. Glenflesk was always going to mount a challenge in the second
half, and so it played out. With some well taken goals, they fought their way back into the game, but when our girls did carry it up the field, it yielded results on the scoreboard to keep us in front. In a tough encounter, there were a number of injuries, and we wish the wounded on both sides speedy recoveries. These teams never fail to serve up entertaining football of a high quality and did so again this evening with Legion running out winners on a scoreline of 9-08 to 7-08.
Spa GAA
LOTTO: Spa Lotto 05/08/24 Results
Numbers drawn: 8, 13, 21, 22 No jackpot winner Lucky dips €50 each: Deirdre O’Sullivan Darcy, Online; Rose Shine, Lissivigeen; Katie O’Brien, Dromigbawn; Gerard O’Connor, Kilcummin; Monthly Ticket Holder Draw: Tiernaboul National School Next week’s draw is on Monday 12 Aug @ 9pm for a jackpot of €7,800 Play online via Clubforce.
KERRY PETROLEUM CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: Efforts were high in the first half however following a strong second half performance by Kenmare we were defeated Kenmare 2-14 Spa 0-11 when the full-time whistle blew in Round 2 of the Kerry Petroleum Club Championship on Friday evening last. In Round 3 of this competition we will play Rathmore on Sunday August 11th at 4pm in Rathmore. All support for our side is encouraged. LGFA: Congratulations to the Kerry Ladies team and management who were deserving winners of the TG4 All Ireland Senior Championship Final. A special mention to our own club member Cass Buckley and Senior men's strength and conditioning coach Eric McDonnell. 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
SENIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: Dr. Crokes 0:17 Milltown Castlemaine 0:06. We welcomed Milltown Castlemaine to Lewis Road last Saturday evening where we put on a great display of second half football to keep them scoreless until the 1st minute of injury time. It was our opponents who started the game livelier, scoring the opening two points of the game. It wasn't until the 10th minute of the game that we got our first score through a Tom Doyle point from play. We pushed on from there and swapped scores for much of the half. We went in leading at half time on a scoreline of 6 points to 5 points. We dominated the second half and saw some fine scoring from Tony Brosnan, Fionn Fitzgerald, Alex Hennigan, Mark O'Shea and David Shaw. Credit must be given to the backlines who kept our opponents scoreless for the majority of the half. Next up we face Na Gaeil away next Saturday at 4pm in the last group game.
ACADEMY: Our Academy continues Sat-
urday morning, August 10th, 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 August 5th Numbers drawn were 3, 14, 18, 26. Jackpot of €9,800 was WON. Jackpot for draw on August 12th will be €5,000. 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.
STREET LEAGUE will begin on August 9th for four weeks. It promises to be a fantastic occasion.
CONGRATULATIONS to player of the match, Kayleigh Cronin, Laura O'Shea and the Kerry senior ladies team on winning the All-Ireland Final on Sunday.
ANNIVERSARY MASS for Malachy Walsh Saturday August 10th at 6:15pm in St. Mary's Cathedral.
CONDOLENCES to the O'Shea Family, High Street on the death of Marion O'Riordan Millstreet. Marion is also grandmother of junior player Jack.
NOTES: If anyone has anything they want to add to our club notes please email pro.drcrokes.kerry@gaa.ie.
Kilcummin GAA
INTERMEDIATE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: Kilcummin 2-10 Laune Rangers 2-12. Played in Killorglin, our lads were always chasing the game after getting off to a slow start, but they never gave up and at the end lost out by two points. Second half goals by Philip O’Leary and James Nagle kept us in touch and despite three late points from Paul O’Shea we find ourselves with two points from two games. We play Kerins O’Rahillys at home this Sunday @ 4pm and most likely need a win to progress.
FIXTURE: Kerry Petroleum Intermediate Club Championship - Kilcummin v Kerins O’Rahillys in Kilcummin Sunday @ 4pm. GOLF CLASSIC: Preparations are in full swing for our annual fundraiser which, this year, will go towards the draining and resurfacing of our main pitch. Families and individuals are welcome to sponsor a team (€180) or Tee box (€80) to support the efforts to provide quality playing surfaces for all ladies and gents teams juvenile and senior. Contact Muiris 086 1614136 or Mike on 087 6258642.
LOTTO: There was no winner on Monday 29th July of the Jackpot for €12,500. Numbers drawn were 02, 07, 10, 24. Consolation prizes of €50 went to Sinead & Marian, Thomas O’Sullivan, Darragh Brosnan, and Fr. Larry Kelly. The next draw will be on Monday 12th August for Jackpot of €12,750.
Fossa GAA
LOTTO: The numbers drawn on 04/08/2024 for a jackpot of €4,200 were 14, 16, 22, 26. There was no jackpot winner. The €40 consolation prize winners were Hilda Weldon, Kieran Dennehy, Richard Fitzgerald, Stephen Curtin, Phil and Breda Kelliher. Tickets are available from our sellers and can also be bought online via Clubforce.
U16 GIRLS: Fossa U16 Girls were on the road again and travelled to deepest South Kerry for their latest game. Tousist GAA Club was the venue for our Division 1, Rd 3 match against ISG. With a few on holidays we travelled with a hardy group of 14. We played 13 aside and there was a lot of space available. ISG exploited this and created and converted some early goal chances. These early scores settled them, and Fossa were on the back foot. Our girls played themselves into the game and went in 2-02 v 0-06 only 0-2 points down at the break. A tough battle ensued in the 2nd half and ISG raced into a five-point lead with an early goal. A Fossa goal was really needed which duly came and a few well pointed frees tightened the game up. With four minutes to go we were two points down, we scored, we turned the ball over and at the death we scored again to level it up at 1-10 v 3-04. We were always behind and were never level until the final whistle. A draw, a great result in the circumstances, achieved with pure hard work and effort. Well done to everyone - warriors one and all.
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPIONSHIP: Fossa and Castleisland Desmonds served up a cracking game of football in this Intermediate Championship Rd 2 clash in Fossa on Saturday evening. Emmett O’Shea opened the scoring with a long-range point after two minutes before Desmonds replied with a Graham O’Conner free in the 4th minute. David Clifford kicked a free and a point from play by Emmett O’Shea pushed Fossa ahead again before the accurate Graham O’Connor replied for Desmonds. It was real championship football at this stage, both sides went at it and there were some super passages of attacking play. David Clifford kicked a monster point and Paudie Clifford landed two fabulous efforts to give Fossa a four-point lead at the 13th minute mark. Luka Brosnan hit two fine points from midfield for Desmonds and a Thomas Hickey free kept them in touch, Paudie Clifford was having a storming game and he set David up for two points with deft passes from the middle of the field. The decisive score in this game came in the 29th minute, a 30-yard pass from Cian O’Shea into David Clifford resulted in a fantastic goal to give Fossa a healthy lead at the break, 1-08 to 0-07. The high tempo was kept up by both sides in the second half’ Isaac Brosnan kicked a point for Desmonds in the 3rd minute, Emmett O’Shea and Matt
Rennie replied with two quick points for Fossa, Graham O’Connor kicked a free for Desmonds before two excellent Cian O’Shea points restored Fossa’s advantage by the 15th minute. Desmonds needed a response and driven forward by Adam Donoghue, they chipped away at the lead with frees from Graham O’Connor and points from Isaac Brosnan, Luka Brosnan, Domnic Finnegan and Brian Leonard. David Clifford showed all his guile and class with some tremendous movement and scores to keep Fossa ahead, they led by two points with time almost up. Desmonds pushed hard for a goal and nearly got it when a shot hit the inside of the post but stayed out, Michael O’Dwyer scored a great point after some neat build up play and then Cian O’Shea had a brilliant interception as Desmonds attacked again, he passed to Matt Rennie who gave a pinpoint left footed pass to David Clifford who sealed the win for Fossa with his ninth point of the game. Full-time score, Fossa 1-18, Castleisland Desmonds 0-16. Fossa will be delighted to have got their championship back on track after last weekend, it was a very solid display. Paudie Clifford gave an exceptional display of footballing genius, David does what we all know he can do with some breathtaking scores, Cian O’Shea gave a storming display at midfield and to a man, every Fossa player stood up and was counted when the need was greatest. We are away to Ballydonoghue next weekend in the last game of the round. Fossa: David Clifford 1-9 (4 frees), Emmett O’Shea 0-3, Paudie Clifford 0-2, Cian O’Shea 0-2, Matt Rennie 0-1, Michael O’Dwyer 0-1. Glenflesk GAA
INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: Our Senior team had a hardearned win over St Mary 1-07 to 0-07. Our next game is scheduled for this Sunday 11th August away to Gneeveguilla at 1pm.
KERRY LADIES: Congratulations to Emma Dineen and the Kerry ladies team and management on being crowned All Ireland Champions!
GLENFLESK CCÉ MUSIC CLASSES: Music classes will commence in Glenflesk in September. There will be both instrument classes and a group playing class. Further information will follow soon. For enquiries email glenfleskcce@gmail. com or phone 087 2966644 or 087 2706390.
FLEADH CHEOIL: Best of luck to our members who will represent Glenflesk and Kerry at the All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Wexford at the weekend. Olivia Angland will take part in Concertina Under 15, while her sister Grace Angland will take part in the Piano Under 18 competition. Our dancers will represent the branch in the ladies under 18 4-hand Ceili and the mixed under 18 and over 18 categories: Olivia Angland, Jack, Éabha and Kate Rudden, Katy Galvin, Aoife De Bur-
ca, Áine Ní Núalláin, Rory Enright, Alan Wheelan. Glenflesk CCÉ wish you all the best of luck.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK: Some places remain on the bus from Glenflesk parish for Saturday 24th of August. If you’re interested in travelling on the day, please contact Clare Brosnan 087 2547361 for more details.
UNDERAGE: Our Under 15's Glenflesk/ Kilgarvan won the East Region Division 3C final beating Kilcummin by 5 points after extra time. Well done to Roan Guerin who played with the Kerry South Under 15's who beat Cavan. In Go Games our U10 girls took on Spa and the U9's hosted Templenoe. Well done to all involved.
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: Jackpot €3,300. Winning Numbers 1, 2, 11, 22. Not Won. €100 John Joe Courtney (yearly). €50 Christina Scully (online). €50 Pat Sheahan, Laharn. €25 Helen Heffernan (online). €25 Marguerite Brosnan, Killarney. Jackpot next week: €3,450. Next Draw: August 11th. SENIORS: Best of luck to our senior team and management who play the next game in the Kerry petroleum junior premier championship v Keel in Listry Friday 9th at 7.15pm.
KERRY LADIES: Congratulations to the Kerry senior ladies' team on winning the TG4 All Ireland senior championship 2024 from all at Listry GAA.
CHAMPIONSHIP: Congratulations to the Kerry Ladies Team on their superb win in Sundays All Ireland Final against Galway. SYMPATHIES: Condolences to the families of David Fleming Currow City, Currow, Kerry/Knocklyon, Dublin on his recent death.
Beaufort GAA
FIXTURES: Beaufort senior men will be away to Castleisland Desmond’s, Saturday, 10th August at 7pm in Intermediate Club Championship, round 3.
RESULTS: Beaufort 2-15 Fossa 1-9 in Intermediate Club Championship, round 2.
LOTTO: There was one winner on Sunday, 4th August. Congratulations to Mike O’Sullivan, Killarney who was lotto jackpot winner. Numbers: 1, 13, 19, 20. The next draw for a jackpot of €2,000 will be on Sunday, 18th August. 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.
CONGRATULATIONS: Hannah and Fay O’Donoghue, Fiadhna Tangney and the Kerry Senior Ladies team and management on their Senior Ladies All Ireland final win on Sunday, 4th August. BREAST HEALTH AWARENESS PRESENTATION: Thank you to everyone who attended the informative breast awareness presentation, in conjunction with Breast Cancer Ireland, on Monday, 29th July. It was a Beaufort G.A.A. Club Healthy Club 6 initiative. More information on the GAA Healthy Club project can be found at GAA.ie.
Killarney Camogie Club
KERRY JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP: Best of luck to our Junior team in the County Semi Final on Friday 9th August v Causeway. Throw in is at 7pm in Lixnaw. KERRY UNDER 15: Well done to our club players Shannon Murphy, Laura Griffin, Maebh O'Connor and Doireann Dineen who played with Kerry Under 15s in Rathleague last weekend. 3 great wins over Kilkenny, Meath and Dublin, and a loss to Kildare in the group stage saw them compete in the Cup Final. Kildare were again the opponents and proved too strong for Kerry. After great performances from all players, the team are looking forward to the All-Ireland Blitz on 24th August. Well done to all the players and management
KERRY SENIOR LGFA ALL IRELAND CHAMPIONS: Congratulations to the Kerry Senior Ladies on their fantastic win over Galway in the LGFA All Ireland Final last Sunday!
Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies)
RESULTS: Captain John’s Prize to the Ladies 18 Hole Ladies Stroke Competition played on Mahony’s Point Course on 4th August 2024. Winner Kay Gentile (18) 68, 2nd Nancy Fleming (29) 68, Best Gross Tracy Eakin 74, 3rd Philomena Lane (34) 68, 4th Margaret Moloney (30) 69, 5th Christine Carroll (13) 69, 6th Anita O’Sullivan (34) 69, 7th Margaret Curtin (27) 70, 8th Helen O’Donoghue (21) 71, 9th Particia Walsh (34) 71, 10th Carmel O’Brien (22) 71. Front Nine Mary Shanahan (34) 30. Back Nine June O’Brien (20) 33.
FIXTURES: Next fixture will be 9th & 10th August 2024 kindly sponsored by Truffle Honey is 18 Hole Single Stableford on Killeen Course. On 13th August 2024 Ballybunion Exchange Day Team of Two.
Ross Golf Club (Ladies)
RESULTS Men’s Captain Johnny Brosnan’s Prize to the Ladies. Saturday 3rd July. A huge thank you to Captain Johnny Brosnan for a wonderful & en-
tertaining evening. 18 Hole competition - 1st Elaine Casey, 2nd Bridie Brosnan, 3rd Kitty O’Grady, 4th Mary Moynihan. Winner of the back nine Margaret O’Donoghue. Winner of the front nine Breda O’Farrell. 9 Hole competition - 1st Jennifer Nash, 2nd Brenda Kelliher, 3rd Kathleen Fitzgerald, 4th Mary O’Connor. COMPETITIONS: Saturday 10th August. 18 Hole Scramble kindly sponsored by Margaret O’Donoghue.
NOREEN MOORE COMPETITION: Best of luck to Manager Noreen O’Mahony and the Noreen Moore competitors on Friday 9th August.
WEDNESDAY MORNINGS MEET & PLAY: Meet and play every Wednesday morning. Meet in the Club House 10.00am tee off 10.30am. All members welcome.
GOLF LESSONS: Gordon Howard is available to give golf lessons. Please contact Gordon directly in the Club House.
Ross Golf Club (Men)
RESULTS: On August 4th our Captain, Johnny Brosnan held his Captain's Prize which was kindly sponsored by Celtic Steps - The Show. We had a very large turnout for Captain Johnny's Prize and the scoring was very tight, Michael J O’Connor completed the double having won the Presidents Prize a few months ago. Well done Mike, The course was in brilliant condition and the golf was followed by a great Captain's Dinner, Prizegiving and a great social night of singing, dancing and craic. Thanks to our sponsors, Celtic Steps-The Show and to all involved both on and off the course from Johnny and his committee. The winners were: 1st M J O'Connor 69 (6), 2nd Jason Reen 62 (37), 3rd M J Casey 69 (19), Best Gross Mike Brosnan, 4th Tony Fagan 69 (20), 5th Jeremian Keating 72 (31), 6th Jimmie Smith 72 (14), 7th Dan Cronin 73 (11). Past Captain John Cuskelly. Seniors Prize: 1st Andy Cole, 2nd John J Healy. Captains Prize to the Ladies Elaine Casey. Front nine Sean Hickey. Back nine Damien O’Callaghan. Division 1: 1st Ivo O'Sullivan 73 (11), 2nd Darren Gaffey 74 (12). Division 2: 1st Anthony O'Mahony 74 (19), 2nd D J Hayes 75 (14). Division 3: 1st Jordan O’Shea 76 (29), 2nd Dave O'Neill 77 (22). On Friday August 2nd we held our weekly summer mixed 10-hole scramble. The winning teams were 1st Jim Delaney, Jimmie Smith, Susan Goode, Ned Buckley. 2nd Joe Scally, Doreen Brosnan, John Fleming, Ger Scott. On Thursday July 25th our Seniors held their weekly competition. The winners were 1st Mossie Cremin 19 pts, 2nd Dermot O’Connor 18 pts, 3rd Paddy Carroll 17pts. On Thursday August 1st our Seniors held their weekly competition. The winners were 1st Ned Buckley 24pts, 2nd Donal Doherty 22 pts, 3rd Dermot O’Connor 22pts, 4th Liam Mulqueen 20 pts.
FIXTURES: Tuesday Open Days - Our 9-hole qualifying open day competitions
will continue every Tuesday. Cost to Members is € 5 and non-members € 15. One re-entry allowed and great prizes on offer. Come along and test your golf in a super scenic setting and enjoy our hospitality. On Friday August 9th we will hold our 10 Hole Mixed Scramble at 6.15 pm. Please get your name on the entry sheet in the clubhouse, either in person or by phone before 5.45 pm. The scramble will be followed by the prizegiving and some food in the Clubhouse. On August 10th and 11th we will hold a stableford competition and the usual process applies for tee time bookings.
SYMPATHY: We offer our condolences to the family of the late John Buckley, RIP former long serving Chairman of the Killarney Race Company and Ross GC member.
MIXED SCRAMBLES: Every Tuesday at 6pm. Visitors welcome.
GOLF LESSONS: Kieran Crehan is available to give golf lessons. Contact Kieran directly on 087 2748777.
Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies)
OPEN DAY: Lady Captain Maire Ni Loinsigh was thrilled with the turnout for the open day at Beaufort that took place on the bank holiday Monday, 5th August. This was a special fundraiser for the ladies club, which helps financially support the club especially for team events which are getting more and more expensive every year. The county was still glowing after the mighty lady footballers winning the All-Ireland and so the sun was still shining high making it a beautiful day for golf. The Lady Captain would like to thank all who participated and travelled for the competition. The competition was kindly and generously sponsored by Mr Pat Eviston of Killeen House Hotel, Killarney. There was some fantastic scoring on the day. Congratulations to all the winners. 1st Yvonne Eadie (49) 44pts, 2nd Ann Marie Healy (23) 44pts, 3rd Marie Flood (31) 43pts, 4th Mary Tobin (26) 43pts, 5th Kathleen Coffey (37) 42pts.
Beaufort Golf Club (Men’s)
RESULTS: club fundraiser (Men’s competition) played on 5th August, kindly sponsored by Killarney Brewing & Distilling Company. 1st Jerry A. O'Sullivan (6) 41pts, 2nd Francis Hartnett (25) 40pts (last 9 holes), 3rd Vincent Darby (12) 40pts (last 9 holes), 4th Thomas Gleeson (32) 40pts.
UPCOMING FIXTURES: 10th/11th August - Single Stableford sponsored by MD O'Sheas. 16th August (Friday) - last
scramble of the year. 17th/18th - Vpar5th GOTY - sponsored by Moriarty's Gap of Dunloe.
Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club
SUNDAY DRAWS: Fourball BetterballFirst Nett: Sean Ashe & Sean O'Brien 41 (B9), Gross: Dave Spillane & Sean O'Brien 50 and Second Nett: John Murphy & Mike 'Seve' O'Leary 41.
WEDNESDAY COMPETITION: July 31st. Singles - Nett: Dan Kiely 47. These competitions have reverted back to 7pm for the month of August.
NATIONAL MEN’S STROKEPLAY FINALS: Our best wishes to Damien Fleming and John McGrath (Senior) along with Gearoid Cronin, Nathan Cronin, James Fleming, Ger Casey and Mark O’Shea (Intermediate) in the National Strokeplay Finals in Glenville in Dublin this weekend.
AUGUST FIXTURES: Please note that Noel Moynihan’s Captains Prize will take place on Sunday August 18th while the Ricky Kelly Memorial event (sponsored by the Tatler Jack Bar) will take place on the weekend of August 25th. Further details in due course. The Night Time event takes place on September 21st this year also.
ANNUAL MASS: Please note that our Annual Mass in memory of deceased members of the club will take place on Friday August 16th this year at 8pm.
CONGRATULATIONS: Our Congratulations to the Kerry Ladies Football team on their win in the All-Ireland Final last Sunday especially Kayleigh Cronin on winning the Player of the Game Award. Let's hope her uncle and first cousin can perform in a similar manner themselves in a National Final in Dublin this Saturday!
Muckross Rowing Club
COUPE DE LA JEUNESSE: Best of luck to Ian Coffey and Daniel Fleming who will race for Ireland at the Coupe de la Jeunesse Regatta for European Under 19 rowers, taking place in Racice, Czech Republic from 9th-11th August. Ian and Daniel are among just five male Under 19 rowers who have been selected to contest the event and will be joined by Adam Kenny (Athlone Boat Club) and Eoin Balfe (St. Michael’s Rowing Club, Limerick) in the Men’s Quad. We are incredibly proud of the achievements of Daniel and Ian, along with our J18 coaches Maurice Coffey, Elaine Daly, Noel Kelleher, Kieran Murphy and Micheal O'Suilleabhain. Wishing the guys every success over the week ahead. The event will be live streamed by Czech Rowing, visit www. racice2024.cz for links.
IRISH JUNIOR COASTAL CHAMPIONSHIPS: Well done to our 12 crews who competed in the Irish Junior Coastal Championships 2024 held in Castletownbere on Saturday last. The club had two podium finishes with two bronze medals. Well done to the Men’s J18 Dou-
ble of Darragh O’Connor and Matthew Hegarty and to the Men’s J14 Quad crew of Aaron O’Connor, Connor Duffin, Luciano Maudling and Jack Scanlon, coxed by Daniel Murphy. A full results round up is on our Facebook page. Special thanks to John Beazley, Eoin Moynihan and Daniel Murphy who coxed on the day, to Eoin who towed the boat trailer and to all the parents and supporters who travelled on the day.
WEEKEND: Despite the mixed weather over the weekend our rowers still enjoyed some time on the lake.
OLYMPICS: All the Team Ireland rowers continue to inspire all our young rowers. Well done to all of them. Particular congratulations to Paul O’Donovan and Fintan McCarthy who secured historic back-to-back Olympic medals.
REGATTA: Preparations continue for the Flesk Valley Costal Regatta which occurs on August 18th, 2024.
TRAINING: Continues as usual for all members.
Killarney Bridge Club
WINNERS: Congratulations to the following winners. July 15th NS - 1st Pauline Lyne/Ciaran Broadberry. 2nd John O’Shea/Therese McCarthy. July 22nd NS - 1st Michael McHugh/Phyllis O’Reagan. 2nd Therese McCarthy/John O’Shea. 1st EW Therese O’Donoghue/Brenda Moynihan. 2nd Maura Moynihan /Hanneke Niemam.
MONDAYS: Bridge continues in The Mon. School New Rd. Every Monday night at 6.45. All bridge players including visitors are very welcome.
Fossa Bridge Club
RESULTS: 1st August. 1st Hanneke Nieman & Don O’Sullivan, 2nd Anne Looney & Maura G Moynihan, 3rd Mary Rose Felle & Mary Shanahan, 4th Phyllis O’Regan & Pauline Lyne. Congratulations to all.
THURSDAY: Summer bridge continues every Thursday morning at 9.45am for 10am start at the Castlerosse Hotel. All bridge players are welcome.
Kilcummin
PARISH OFFICE: Opening hours: Tues, Wed & Fri 10.00am – 12 noon. Tel: 064 6643176/Mobile: 087 1339732, e-mail kilcummin@dioceseofkerry.ie. KILCUMMIN COMMUNITY CARE: Kilcummin Community Care will be closed for two weeks on the 6th & 13th August for holidays and will resume on the 20th of August. Community Care meet every Tuesday from 11am to 2pm in the G.A.A. hall. Hot dinner provided, free transport available. Anybody interested please contact Mary Doyle on 064 663357/086 1550803.
