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Tributes to Radio Kerry’s man in Killarney Tributes have been pouring in for legendary Radio Kerry broadcaster Sean Hurley (70) who passed away suddenly on Tuesday.

RADIO LIFE: Sean Hurley listening to Radio Kerry colleague Eamonn Hickson interview Micheal O'Mhuirteaigh on his 90th birthday less than a month ago

Dermot said. “His dedication was unreal.” Dermot said he was devastated to learn of the news just before he went on air Tuesday night. “Radio was his life and his life was radio,” Dermot told the Killarney Advertiser. “I went to work on Tuesday night, I sat in the chair and Sean was the last man to sit in it. I unplugged his headset and plugged in my own, all his notes from Sunday night were on the desk - he left Sunday with the full intention of coming back to work.” Politician Michael Healy-Rae was a personal friend of Sean’s. “He had such a friendly way about him, he is what you call genuine,” the Kilgarvan TD told the Killarney Advertiser. “I extend my sympathies to his family, his Radio Kerry family and his

Kerry family, because each and every one of us owned a piece of Sean.” He was also an accomplished musician and played in several two-piece bands on the pub scene in Killarney. Sean was the winner of a PPI Radio Award for his work, and has been nominated on numerous occasions for other awards including on Monday of this week when he was shortlisted for this year’s IMRO Radio Awards for his ‘Kerrywide’ programme. “Sean was a much loved colleague and friend to everyone in Radio Kerry,” a Radio Kerry statement said. “The Board of Radio Kerry and all staff wish to extend their sympathies to all his family at this time. His contribution to Radio Kerry and communities throughout Kerry is immeasurable.”

No further COVID cases at Killarney school | By Michelle Crean There have been no further cases of COVID-19 at a Killarney school this week following the confirmation last Friday that one child had tested positive.

NO FURTHER CASES: Rory Darcy, Principal of St Oliver’s National School, says that there have been no further cases of COVID-19 in the school.

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| By Sean Moriarty Mr Hurley was 'Radio Kerry’s man in Killarney’ and worked for the station since it opened in July 1990. Prior to that he worked for the pirate stations Kingdom 102 which was based in New Street and South West Radio on the Cork Road. He presented Radio Kerry’s ‘Kerrywide’, a collection of stories, songs, music and poems, from all parts of the county, every Sunday night. The Tralee native but Killarney resident walked everywhere in town and was a regular sight on the streets of Killarney. He was never off duty; his recording equipment was always in hand, and supplied breaking news to the county broadcaster as he had a canny knack of being in the right place at the right time. His dedication to Radio Kerry went beyond broadcasting and was known to arrive to work in the early hours of the morning preparing studios for the arrival of special guests. Sean and his colleague Dermot Moriarty shared Radio Kerry’s Killarney studio. “It would be fair to call him the manager and caretaker of the Killarney studio even if that was not an official title,”

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Rory Darcy, Principal of St Oliver’s National School in Ballycasheen, told the Killarney Advertiser yesterday (Thursday) that only one case was confirmed and they followed all the

necessary Public Health advice. All parents were immediately informed when the school became aware of the positive case. The child in question wasn’t in school for a number of days so the risk to the school community was very minimal and no classes were sent home as they weren’t considered close contacts. “There have been no further cases,” Mr Darcy told the Killarney Advertiser. “It is just one case and the last thing we want to do is sensationalise it. We

Killarney traders are growing concerned at the increasing number of homeless people sleeping rough in the town centre. They say there is a growing number of “professional” rough sleepers after appearing in the town centre in recent weeks and traders say these people “are following the crowds” as a result of a lack of footfall in larger cities and the increased demand for staycation style holidays. The traders feel Killarney’s good name as a tourist destination is at risk unless something is done about it. Local business sources have told the Killarney Advertiser that the problem is particularly bad in the College Square area and that several people are sleeping every night in the archway that leads off Plunkett St to Glebe Lane. Cllr Donal Grady raised the issue at yesterday’s (Thursday) Killarney Municipal District meeting. “Beggars have come in,” he told the meeting. “Plunkett St is a disgrace.” Killarney Gardai said the public needs to be aware of what is legal and illegal but that they will investigate anti-social behaviour or other criminal acts. “It is not an offence to be homeless,” Superintendent Flor Murphy told the Killarney Advertiser. “Begging, in certain circumstances, is not illegal either. It is illegal near ATM machines and shopfronts, but the public need to be aware what is legal and illegal. We will investigate anti-social behaviour but homelessness is not a policing issue – it is a matter for other agencies. The numbers are very small compared to other urban centres.”

encourage people to go for testing because that breaks the cycle of the virus. It’s going to be with us for a while and the last thing we want is to discourage people from going. We need to mind each other.” He added that the school community rallied together since the news became known. “It’s been a great example of cooperation between parents, school staff and the HSE. We’re very proud of the way people have worked together.”

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Grady launches legal challenge to Killarney’s Safe Streets plan | By Sean Moriarty

Killarney Chamber fully supports Safe Streets plan extension | By Michelle Crean The business community in Killarney has welcomed and fully supports the decision to extend the Safe Streets plan until January 6, 2021. The measures adopted by Kerry County Council, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, have been designed to provide a safer environment – particularly for vulnerable and older people – while at the same time supporting the reopening of local businesses. Pedestrianisation has been implemented, footpaths have been significantly widened and several no parking and age friendly zones have been introduced and that has proved particularly beneficial given that the level of footfall experienced over the past two months was significantly higher than was originally envisaged. Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce said the Safe Streets plan will be even more beneficial when the visitor profile changes considerably in the coming weeks with a more mature clientele anticipated. “With pubs due to reopen on September 21, and the Christmas season rapidly approaching, the streets of Killarney will become quite busy and space is required to facilitate social distancing guidelines,” Chamber President Paul Sherry said. “We all need to band together going forward to ensure we take every necessary caution to counter the increase in COVID-19 cases reported throughout the country and we wholeheartedly and enthusiastically support Kerry County Council in its Safe Street work.” Extensive recent research commissioned by Killarney Chamber of Tour-

ism and Commerce, in association with the Institute of Technology – the results of which will be released shortly – indicates that a significant majority of people in Killarney fully support the measures contained in the Safe Streets plan. At a national level, worries have been voiced by public health officials about the spread of the virus and its potential to impact on society and business. Public health advice remains that people must maintain a two-metre social distance from others. Kerry County Council has noted that in Killarney, Christmas shopping during December has traditionally seen a relatively high level of footfall so the proposal is to keep the Safe Streets plan in place until January 6. Furthermore, given the high concentration of schools in Killarney town centre, the Council has held discussions with Bus Éireann and An Garda Síochána on Safe Streets measures that are required to manage the safe drop-off and collection of students. The current public health advice from the Department of Health, with increasing numbers of confirmed COVID cases and with more community transmission, is that the requirement to provide for safe social distancing will remain for some considerable time. “The Council considered it necessary to extend the current road closures in Killarney until next January to provide a safe environment for pedestrians and cyclists,” Mr Sherry said. “The impact of these closures, as well as the other measures put in place, are to be subject to further review and, in the meantime, Chamber fully supports the Safe Streets project.”

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SAFE STREETS: The business community supports the current street scape. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

A Killarney councillor has issued legal proceedings against Kerry County Council and Killarney Municipal District in opposition to current street layouts in the town centre. Cllr Donal Grady believes the Council’s Safe Streets programme is illegal as the correct levels of public and political engagement were not followed. In early July the Council widened footpaths and closed Plunkett St and Kenmare Place to vehicular traffic as part of its plan to encourage social distancing in the town centre. The initial plan was to run the Safe Streets programme until September 2 but this has now been extended until January 6 as the virus remains prevalent in society. Ahead of the extension Council officials stated many reasons, including an unexpected increase in footfall in the town centre during the summer, an anticipated busy Christmas period as well as COVID-19 safety protocols. Grady believes the current street scape will remain permanent, even after the January expiry date and, has in the past, accused the Council of acting in a covert way to bring permanent pedestrianisation to the town centre without the correct public consultations. This prompted him to instruct his solicitor to take legal proceedings on the matter. Killarney Municipal District Manager Angela McAllen prepared a detailed report on the matter and presented it at yesterday's (Thursday) Council meeting. She told the meeting that a separate

meeting to discuss the current and future plans would take place in September and that elected members could attend. “This is about keeping Killarney safe,” she said. “However, as there is now a legal schedule I am not in a position to comment further.” Current public health guidelines continue to state that people should stay two metres apart but Cllr Marie Moloney asked for confirmation on the future of footpath widening plans should that recommendation be reduced to one metre. “What are ye [the Council] going to do, dig up all the footpaths and kerbing and waste a lot of money?” asked the Kilcummin-based councillor. In a separate move, Cllr Grady put forward a motion to reopen Plunkett St to traffic during the day. Under the current Safe Streets plan the town centre street is closed 24 hours a day and will remain so until January at least. Prior to Safe Streets being implemented, the street was only closed to vehicular traffic between 7pm and 7am, and Grady wanted to revert to this format. A proposal by Cllr Niall ‘Botty’ O’Callaghan to amend Grady’s motion to revert Plunkett St to overnight closures once the pandemic was over was overruled by the Council executive as motions cannot be changed mid-meeting. It seemed there was a lot of support for Cllr O’Callaghan’s idea but Cllr Grady failed to find a seconder for his original plan and the motion fell. It will take at least six months before another motion on the future of Plunkett St can be put forward but one thing for sure is that battle is far from over.

LEGAL CHALLENGE: Cllr Donal Grady wants proper consultation on Safe Streets Plan. PHOTO: Michelle Crean

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New signage to deter congregating outside school | By Michelle Crean A new initiative by one local school compliments their COVID Response Plan and now staff are encouraging parents, students and staff to embrace the change.

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Staff and students from St Brigid's have designed signage which has been placed outside the three main school gates showing the times and distances it takes to walk from any of the main car parks in town to school. They're now in talks with Killarney Muncipal Council and hope that other schools will follow their lead in promoting students getting dropped at the different car parks. "The core message is even more important now as walking and cycling to school and work not only is good for the environment, mental and physical health, but also reduces the potential of congregating at school gates," Sher-

ee Murphy, Green Schools Co-ordinator, explained. Sheree and her committee comprising of Transition Year students have, over the last two years, been working hard to promote the encouragement of walking and cycling to school. "For example it only takes five minutes to walk from Beech Road car park to the main school entrance. By students getting dropped here it would decrease the amount of traffic hugely in around the school and would save parents from being stuck in traffic also," Sheree said. "On the signage you will also see the slogan "A Walk A Day, Keeps the CO2 Away", which Aideen Mullen of Transition Year produced." St Brigid's received their fourth green flag in May which was for their work in promoting alternative means of travelling to school.

A plan to dedicate a roundabout to the legendary Radio Kerry broadcaster Weeshie Fogarty was approved at the Killarney Municipal Council (KMD) meeting yesterday (Thursday). | By Sean Moriarty The late Weeshie was a staunch Legion GAA supporter. He played for the green and white from the underage ranks until an eye injury ended his playing career, but not before he had won an All-Ireland medal with Kerry in 1969. His broadcasting career started in 1989 and he hosted Radio Kerry’s award-winning 'Terrace Talk' until shortly before his death in November 2018.

Elected members and council officials want to remember the great footballer and broadcaster and a proposal was put before a KMD meeting yesterday to name the roundabout at Dalton's Avenue/Marian Terrace and adjacent to the main entrance to Fitzgerald Stadium in his memory. “His heart and soul was in Fitzgerald Stadium,” Cllr Donal Grady told the meeting. “It is very fitting to dedicate this to his memory.”

Eyes down as Bingo is back! Such was the popularity of the first ever Drive-In Bingo in Killarney that organisers have another date planned! Sunday, September 20 is the date to pencil into your diary taking place at the Gleneagle INEC car park at 2pm. It's all in aid of St Paul's Basketball Club - and there's a €1,000 jackpot up for grabs plus top cash prizes.

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NEW SIGNAGE: Staff and students from St Brigid's have designed signage which has been placed outside the three main school gates to encourage cycling and walking. From l-r were: Sheree Murphy (Teacher and Green Schools Coordinator), Teresa O'Sullivan, Anna McGrath, Jessica Leahy, Aideen Mullen, Holly Power and Roisin Moore (Principal).

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15,000 jobs at risk in hospitality sector Local councillor and publican Niall ‘Botty’ O’Callaghan - described Government's €16m restart grant to be divided between the country’s 3,500 pubs as "an insult" - and warned that 15,000 jobs are at risk in the hospitality sector in Kerry unless the Government steps in and offers realistic aid packages to the industry. | By Sean Moriarty Mr O’Callaghan was speaking after he led a group of Killarney and Kerry-based publicans to Leinster House on Wednesday to protest the death of rural pubs. They carried a coffin to the gates of Leinster House to symbolise the death of the rural pubs, while supporters from the county looked on. They took it in turns, in small groups to comply with social distancing rules, to stage their day long protest outside the Dáil. Killarney publicans that took part in the protest include Niall's brother Paudie (Fáilte Hotel), Patrick O’Sullivan (Tatler Jack), John O’Shea (Jack C’s), and Tadgh Kelly (The Shanty, Ballyfinnane). Kerry TDs that met with the publicans during their three-hour protest included Minister for Education Norma Foley, Brendan Griffin, Michael Healy-Rae, Danny Healy-Rae, and Pa Daly. “Everyone in the hospitality sector across Ireland, pubs, hotels, coach tours, need to come together and organise one massive protest march in Dublin – but we can’t do that with COVID-19 crowd

restrictions,” he told the Killarney Advertiser. “And what they never told is that if pubs that were opened since August, and many had to open and sell food just to survive, are not entitled to the grant,” he told the Killarney Advertiser. “There is no leadership in our Government and they have no idea what is happening in rural Ireland. We will get the grant in the next few weeks but our rates are due too so they give with one hand and take with another.” The publicans say that unless Government brings forward meaningful supports pub culture will all but disappear from Ireland. “We will be turned into a sterile nation,” he said. Pubs will be allowed to reopen on September 21, but Kerry publicans say huge problems remain within the sector. “The death knell of rural pubs is the death knell of rural communities,” he added. “These pubs contribute to the local community, they sponsor local football teams and they allow people to meet and socialise – there are huge mental health issues at stake.”

PROTEST: A group of Killarney publicans, led by Niall 'Botty' O'Callaghan outside the Dail on Wednesday.

RESCUE: Kerry Mountain Rescue Team volunteers attended two separate incidents over the weekend.

Rescue team attend two separate incidents over the weekend | By Michelle Crean It was a busy weekend for brave volunteers of the Kerry Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) who had two callouts one in very difficult weather conditions. On Saturday, the team were tasked to evacuate a female hillwalker with a lower leg injury near the base of the ZigZags on Cnoc na Toinne at approximately 3.50pm. A number of team members on the hill assisted the casualty to Ard na Locha where she was evacuated by Land Rover to Lisleibane. Later in the afternoon at approximately 6pm, the team was again called this

time to an incident at the summit of Carrauntoohil where a male walker in his 60s had taken ill. Coast Guard helicopter Rescue 115 was on scene but due to poor weather conditions was unable to assist with the evacuation of the casualty. KMRT members climbed to the summit and treated the casualty on scene before short-roping him down to Ard na Locha via the Devil’s Ladder. The casualty was then taken by Land Rover from Ard na Locha to an awaiting ambulance at Kissane’s Cross. A total of 16 team members were involved in the rescue operation which concluded at 00.30.

Bypass at least 10 years away – road engineer confirms | By Sean Moriarty Killarney motorists will have to wait at least another 10 years before a new road between the town and Farranfore will be open to traffic. While that might seem like bad news, the good news is that the project has officially re-entered Phase One. Senior Engineers with the National Road Design Office in Castleisland have begun a route survey that will now include taking traffic from the Fossa area to the Tralee road in addition to the outer relief road. A previous attempt to build this road ended up being binned after the economic crash of 2008. A potential route was identified at that time but because there was such a delay between the initial findings and taking into account current traffic levels the engineers were forced to go back to the drawing board. Paul Curry of the National Road Design Office made a presentation of current plans to yesterday's (Thursday) Killarney Municipal District meeting. Mr Curry’s presentation is very detailed

and highlights, among other issues, the need to solve traffic congestion on the Hans Liebherr Road and the diversion of traffic away from the N72 near Fossa village. Mr Curry cited the progression of other bypasses including Adare, Newcastle West, Abbeyfeale and Ballvourney/Macroom as positive steps. “As these projects come on stream it can be expected that the N72 will become more strategic in national terms,” he told the meeting. Mr Curry said his team hope to publish a route by the end of 2021 and release a design package by the end of 2022. “It is 10 years away, maybe 12,” he added. “And that is assuming there will be funding in place.” Due to COVID-19 restrictions the meeting was limited to two hours and Mr Curry’s presentation was cut short. However, the Council executive promised the elected members that a more detailed meeting, exclusively for the bypass and other traffic issues, will take place before the end of September.

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“Results reflected the efforts of the students” The usual gathering of nervous students and anxious parents did not take place in the Refectory at St Brendan’s College on Monday last. The hallways and classrooms were alive with the usual sounds of school. However, in the homes of the 115 Leaving Certificate students an individual drama played out as they opened the Calculated Grade Portal and waited for the login to allow them access their Leaving Certificate results for 2020.

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Leaving Certificate students Philip O’Leary, Devlin Dero O’Sullivan, Peter O’Sullivan and Niall O’Doherty with Principal Sean Coffey at St Brendan’s College, Killarney.

| By Michelle Crean “Clearly, these are unique times,” Principal, Sean Coffey said. “With our own set of their results, the school became aware of the excellent results and future opportunities of the Class of 2020. Whether our students targeted university, college, apprenticeship or the world of work, the set of results will allow these opportunities to be experienced by our students.” As always, the results reflected the efforts of the students and their teachers over the course of the past six years, he added. “This year, the estimated grades process made student expectations more

fraught.” Sean expressed his delight with the results and offered the support of the school to students who may have queries, especially following the CAO process. “The Sixth Years of 2020 deserve every opportunity to avail of their targeted Third Level course,” he said. “It is our hope that the CAO process will be expanded to minimise points inflation in the coming days.” He added that the school looks forward to welcoming back this cohort for their formal graduation when Public Health Guidance allows.

LEAVING CERTIFICATE STUDENTS: Cian Crowley, Eoghan O’Sullivan, Padraic Looney, Conor O’Leary with Principal Sean Coffey at St Brendan’s College, Killarney.

Leaving Certificate students Cian Crowley, Eoghan O’Sullivan, Padraic Looney, Conor O’Leary with Principal Sean Coffey at St Brendan’s College, Killarney.

Leaving Certificate students Caolan Ryan, Eanna Coleman and Éamon Long at St Brendan’s College, Killarney.

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"We missed sharing in their celebrations"

Three Presentation Killarney girls are elated to have received 625 points while in excess of 31 percent of students received over 500 points.

HAPPY: Killarney Community College student Ciara Kearney was delighted to receive 601 points in her Leaving Cert this week.

THRILLED: Natalia Leane from Killarney Community College is thrilled with her Leaving certificate results this week.

"We are incredibly proud of them" | By Michelle Crean It's been an exceptional year of learning in very difficult circumstances but that didn't stop two local students beating the odds and getting over 600 points in their Leaving Cert this week. Killarney Community College (KCC) students Ciara Kearney, who was ecstatic to receive 601 points and Karen O'Donoghue achieved over 600 points - managed the feat even though the school was suddenly cut short in March and the stress of whether the traditional exams would even go ahead. On Monday morning, rather than the traditional norm of meeting friends at school to collect their results together over 60 students from KCC instead nervously checked them online to see what the new Calculated Grades would mean for their futures. Many from the school scored in the 400500 and the 500-600 point range. "We are incredibly proud of them," Principal Stella Loughnane told the Killarney Advertiser. "The unusual circumstances in which they received their results should not take away from admirable amount of hard work, effort and dedication they put in over the last two years to get to where they are today. A piece of paper should not define you, but it's hard not to get excited about the endless doors they have opened for themselves as a result of their resilience and determination to succeed. As one chapter of their lives concludes, the next one is filled with endless possibilities. A huge congratulations to the Leaving Certificate Class of 2020 at Killarney Community College. Completing a Leaving Certificate is an accomplishment at any time, but to do so during the COVID-19 pandemic while engaging in Blended Online Learning is no small feat. In fact, it is a sign of the students maturity

and dedication to their studies." Staff, parents and students played their part in this year's Leaving Certificate, and it has really paid off with outstanding results that well places students in their next journey onto college and university, or onto their chosen apprenticeships, she added. Ahead of today's (Friday) CAO first round offers students are already confident that their chosen courses will be on offer to them, she explained. "Despite the surge in higher numbers achieving H1s across the country the college Stella wonders what the impact will be on points required for courses. "The hope that additional places on offer at most colleges and universities should counteract this concern." Deputy Principal, Eilish O'Leary noted Maths, languages and, in particular, STEM subjects, excelled this year with a trend showing towards student demands in these areas.

RESULTS: Killarney Community College student Karen O'Donoghue who achieved over 600 points in her Leaving Cert this week and hopes to go on to art college.

| By Michelle Crean This week Principal Róisín Moore and staff congratulated the class of 2020 on their Leaving Certificate and Leaving Certificate Applied results. "The Leaving Certificate journey was particularly arduous and harrowing this year and the students faced enormous uncertainty and had to cope with a constantly evolving situation from March 12 until May 8," Roisin told the Killarney Advertiser. "These students missed out on many of the rites of passage associated with the completion of second level education. The outstanding results this year are testament to the dedication and commitment exhibited by the students not just in their final year but throughout their senior cycle. We were thrilled that three of our students were awarded maximum of 625 points and in excess of 31 percent of students received in excess of 500 points. This is in line with the school’s academic profile in previous years. All of our Leaving Certificate applied students received distinctions." Monday was a most surreal day in the school as the usual excitement, apprehension and energy associated with results day was absent, she added. "However, the most striking was the absence of the girls who, due to COVID-19 restrictions, were required to access their results online. As a school we missed meeting them and sharing in their celebrations. We are however mindful that for many of our girls the uncertainty is not over as they await third level offers on Friday. In addition, on Monday the students will be given access to the estimated per-

centages assigned to them by the school. As a school we know that these estimated percentages will, in many cases, be at variance with the Calculated Grades assigned by the DES and will leave parents and students with numerous questions. The process used by the DES to convert the school’s estimated percentage into Calculated Grades remains unclear, she explained. "Unfortunately, some students including those who studied additional subjects outside of school will have little alternative except to commence preparations to sit the written papers in November thus prolonging the uncertainty. It is our hope that no matter what the future holds for the class of 2020 that they will look back fondly on their time in St Brigid’s and that they will always be proud to be Pres girls."

HIGH ACHIEVER: Sophie Vousden is one of three students in St Brigid's awarded 625 points in this year's Leaving Cert.

CELEBRATIONS: St Brigid’s Leaving Certificate students celebrating their results in the Killarney Oaks Hotel. Pictured were: Angelika Maslach, Rachel Harrison, Klara O'Donoghue, Caitlin Brosnan, Alice Lampkin, Hanna Lampkin, Laura Kenny and Michaela Lynch.

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Huge choice of courses available at Kerry College | By Michelle Crean

COURSES: Admissions Officers at Kerry College Ella O’Donoghue, John Herlihy, Niamh O’Donovan say there's a range of courses on offer.

All around the country there are many types of training and further education centres - but in Kerry two Killarney people are behind the first integrated college of Further Education and Training in Ireland.

On March 4 the new Admissions Office, which is part of their expansion plans, was officially opened. However, eight days later there was a sudden closure due to the lockdown - but it didn’t deter staff who worked tremendously hard behind the scenes to get courses ready for this new term. Now they’ve reopened and are witnessing unprecedented demand for their courses. This coming Monday, as a way of showcasing their services, they’re planning a virtual information session at 6.30pm for parents, school leavers, and those considering a return to further education and training. Only one hundred places are available so registration via https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/729093166967768332 is essential.

Admissions Officers John Herlihy from Kilcummin, Ella O’Donoghue from Ardaneanig, alongside Niamh O’Donovan from Tralee, are working hard behind the scenes helping to expand the range of courses on offer at Kerry College (KC). Not only does the college have three different types of courses; employment, progression to third level and apprenticeships - but it’s expanding the number of premises and tutors available. Kerry College has campus locations at Clash Road, Tralee, Denny Street, Tralee, Monavalley, Tralee and Church Street, Listowel. It is part of Kerry Education and Training Board (ETB) – which funds and manages a range of Primary, Post Primary and Further Education and Training (FET) provision across Kerry.

One challenge the college is overcoming is trying to accommodate the numbers on courses. Rather than offering a blended learning option, they’ve instead opted to rent more classrooms and hire

additional tutors to allow for social distancing, Admissions Officer John Herlihy explained to the Killarney Advertiser. “We are taking over new premises in a number of locations in Tralee to accommodate social distancing. Instead of having a group of 20 learners – we’ll have two groups of 10, socially distanced. The best learning experience for our students is face-to-face.” And some classes have started already including a class in Fitzgerald Stadium in Payroll and Bookkeeping, the Radio Broadcasting course in Monavalley, and next Monday they have 24 trainee Outdoor Activity Instructors starting their year-long training course in Cappanalea. And a number of students from KC are part of a new digital campaign to coincide with the Leaving Cert results and will feature on platforms including Snapchat, TikTok, Facebook, Spotify and the Audio XI steaming network which will consist of both display and audio adverts. SOLAS is the state body charged with the development and implementation of FET

strategy in Ireland. And John, who previously worked in Radio Kerry, recorded the interviews at the Radio Production Studios at KC’s Monavalley Campus in Tralee. Local versions of the adverts are also airing on Radio Kerry and Spin Southwest. “It’s the first integrated college of Further Education in Ireland. We’re building something new,” John said. KC offers over one hundred full-time courses including; Applied Science, Social Studies, Culinary Arts, Nursing, IT Support, Animation, Music, Computer Game Design, CAD, Engineering, Business, Medical and Office Administration, Healthcare, Pharmacy Sales, Physiotherapy, Outdoor Activity Instructor Training, Sports Nutrition, Pre-Teaching, Pre-Law and Pre-Garda Studies and Pre-PE Teaching amongst others. You can browse and sign up for all courses online at www.kerrycollege.ie/fulltime-courses/.

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Ian begins career in radio broadcasting | By Michelle Crean

Taking openly about the accident which changed his life three years ago has led to a career in radio broadcasting for one inspirational Killarney teen. Ian O'Connell (19) was one of the hundreds of Killarney students to receive his Leaving Cert results on Monday morning - the day he started his Radio Broadcasting course in Kerry College. The former St Brendan's College student made his way to the Monavalley campus in Tralee to begin the eight week taster course which he hopes will get him into the year long course so that he can follow his dreams of working in broadcasting. It just happened that his course started the morning his Leaving Cert results were

NEW CAREER: Ian O’Connell received his Leaving Cert results on Monday and also started a Radio Broadcasting course in Kerry College.

released online and he told the Killarney Advertiser that after logging in online at the campus he was "happy out" with the points he got.

"I'm happy out. I wasn't nervous and I didn't lose too much sleep over it." His appearance on The Late Late Show in 2018 and the many interviews over the

years speaking about his life-changing accident inspired him into his chosen career path. "Since my accident I've been on the radio many times and ever since The Late Late Show I wanted to work in broadcasting. It's been my way of talking about it. Before my accident I wouldn't have dreamed of doing it." On the course he says he'll get a taste of every part of radio broadcasting but sees himself working in front of the mic. He added that he was saddened to hear of the unexpected death of Radio Kerry broadcaster Sean Hurley from Killarney this week. "Sean interviewed me a number of times of the years. My condolences to all the Hurley family."

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Keydates and options for

Leaving Certs 2020 This has been an emotional week for the Class of 2020. Results day brought such mixed feelings from disappointment to delight, relief that they had arrived, and worry about CAO points and offers. For many the wait for the Round 1 CAO offers which were issued today (Friday) at 2pm online was really difficult as you tried to second guess what the entry points for 2020 would be. Regardless of how you are feeling it is important to realise that there are various options open to you at this stage and it is equally important for all students to watch the key dates coming up in the next two weeks as all deadlines are strict, so don’t miss them.

| Today (Friday)

CAO Round 1 offers available online from 2pm

| Monday 14 Sept

Schools’ estimated marks and Calculated Grades will be available from 9am by logging onto the student portal at www.gov. ie/LeavingCert. The Leaving Cert Appeals Process opens CAO. Available Places Open at noon

| Wednesday 16 Sept

Deadline for acceptance of CAO Round 1 Offers by 3pm Closing date for submitting Leaving Cert appeal at 5pm

| Monday 23 Sept

Round 2 CAO offers issued online from 10am

| Friday 25 Sept

Deadline for acceptance of CAO Round 2 offers at noon

| Thursday 1 Oct

Round 3 CAO offers issued online from 10am

| Tuesday 6 Oct

Deadline for acceptance of CAO Round 3 offers at 3pm

| Thursday 8 Oct

Round 4 CAO offers issued online from 10am

| Tuesday 13 Oct

Deadline for acceptance of CAO Round 4 offers at 3pm

| Monday 16 Nov

Provisional date for the start of Leaving Cert 2020 written exams

CAO Round 1 Offers

Friday (September 11) from 2pm If you have applied for Level 8 and Level 7/6 courses you may get offers from both lists and you must choose one. Once you accept a place you will not be offered anything that is below that course in your order of preference list but you may be offered a course that is above it in subsequent rounds if the points come down in Round 2, 3 and so on. If you do not accept a place by the deadline your offer will lapse. If you wish to defer a place do not accept your offer. Instead you must email or write to the Admissions Office of the college or university immediately giving your name, your CAO number and the course code of the offer you want to defer and set out the reason for the request. Put ‘DEFERRED ENTRY’ in the subject line of the email. The turnaround time is short and deferred entry requests must arrive at the Admission's Office at least two days before the reply date in the offer notice so don’t waste time applying for the deferral once you receive an offer. Check www.cao.ie for all details of offers, acceptances and deferrals as well as key dates.

Appeals and sitting the exams in November From Monday next (September 14), you will be see the percentage marks predicted by the schools as well as the final marks after standardisation by the Calculated Grades executive office. If you wish to appeal you can do so, but this year that

appeal will relate only to the process; in other words a check that the data was transferred correctly without administrative errors. The percentage grade awarded by the school cannot be changed. If you are still unhappy with your grade you have the option to sit the Leaving Cert written papers in November. You can choose to sit one, some, or all of the subjects you have already gotten grades for and if you get a higher grade in the written paper you get the benefit of that higher grade. This means you are getting to use the best combination of results from the Calculated Grades and the results of the written papers for points to apply to college in 2021/2022.

Other Options

If sitting the exams does not appeal to you there are other options. Second Chance maths exam: If you haven’t met the minimum maths requirement for your chosen course the following universities and ITs are running second chance maths exams next week. Some registrations close today (Friday), but others remain open until next week. Check out the details on their websites – ITTralee, GMIT, CIT, WIT, LYIT, Carlow IT, Dundalk IT, Sligo IT, TUD, UL, NUI Galway, Maynooth University. If you are successful and have the required points you will be offered a place in subsequent CAO rounds. CAO Available Places will open on September 14 at 12 noon. If colleges and universities have any new courses that opened from application after the Change of Mind deadline or if any places remain unfilled in particular courses after all offers have been made and the waiting lists of applicants meeting minimum entry requirements have been exhausted, such vacancies will be advertised on www.cao.ie. Colleges of Further Education have a broad selection of Level 5/6 Courses for Progression (PLCs) that allow you to pro-

Niamh Dwyer is a Guidance Counsellor in Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore, and PRO of the Kerry Branch of Guidance Counsellors. She is also a Career Consultant. For details see

www.mycareerplan.ie

gress onto universities and ITs by applying through CAO once you have completed them. This gives you a great chance to get used to student life with smaller classes, excellent support and the chance to follow your dream through a different route. Check out www.fetchcourses.ie Apprenticeships are an ideal choice if you are looking to work in a skills-based job and ‘Earn While You Learn’. The range of apprenticeships available now is extensive. For the most up-to-date information check out www.apprenticeship.ie. Traineeships also offer huge opportunities for up-skilling in a way that places huge emphasis on industry experience. Check out the details on www.fetchcourses.ie Repeating the Leaving Cert in 2021 is also an option to consider if you feel that you want a fresh run at the exams. Amendments have been made to the exams to allow for the disruption to Fifth Year students this year, so bear this in mind when considering this option. After what has been an incredibly stressful year, you are moving onto an exciting time in your life. Regardless of how you are feeling take time to consider all the options available to you before you make your choice - talk to those around you, contact your guidance counsellor in school and avail of the freephone helpline being operated by the National Parents Council Post Primary and IGC if you have any queries on 1800 265 165.

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BEHIND YOUR BUSINESS "County face masks are our best seller" EXCLUSIVE

Never in their wildest dreams did the Kerry GAA Store staff think that this summer county branded face masks would be their biggest seller! DELIGHTED: PACO/Regatta staff member Gillian Heffernan is delighted to help customers in the store since it reopened in the Killarney Outlet Centre. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

"Opening changing rooms is the sensible option" With a one way system through the shop, changing rooms open to the public and hand sanitisers throughout the store the PACO/Regatta store in the Outlet Centre has had to make some big changes for customers' safety once it reopened. | By Michelle Crean Store Manager Fiona Horgan said that the sudden mid-March closure was a shock but major sanitisation policies have been implemented allowing customers to feel safe in store. New changes in the dual PACO and Regatta shop include a one way system into the store by entering on the right hand side and customers are kindly asked to make sure they use one of the two bottles of hospital grade hand sanitisers available to keep everyone safe. Customer numbers are limited to 15 and clothing used in the changing room is taken by one of the four staff members, sanitised and put away for 24 hours. "We've done this since the day we opened," Fiona told the Killarney Advertiser. "It's a hell of a lot more work but you get used to it. It helps people maintain the two metre distance in store and they feel more comfortable and we can give them one-to-one attention. We do this too to keep our staff and customers safe." Since reopening on June 15, staff have been exceptional to work with in the "new normal" while sales have been going well, she added. "Mother's Day was the last day we operated before we reopened on June

15. It's a destination shop. Killarney is such a destination town especially this time of year with staycations of every age. What we're finding at the moment is younger tourists. There's a whole spectrum who would have been the Ibiza market and I genuinely believe that young people saved during the lockdown." And she added that their PACO/Regatta store is probably one of the only shops in Killarney that have their changing rooms open. After seeking professional advice on sanitising the shop for a number of different scenarios including returns, they decided to open the changing rooms for customers, with Fiona stating that it's the safest option. "From our point of view people are taking it home and trying it on there. We sanitise the changing rooms regularly throughout the day. The customer wears a mask and they are allowed three items in with them. The items are taken and sanitised and put away for 24 hours. It's much more sensible that way." The shop, which specialises in women's wear, men's and children's clothing, including men's dressy casual brand Peter Gribby, is now offering a promotion, she added. "As a goodwill gesture to our customers we're now offering an in store promotion with up to 50 percent off our new collection."

| By Michelle Crean The shop, located in the Killarney Outlet Centre since 2013, is known for the latest in county GAA and club gear. For almost two years Dr Crokes former player Luke Quinn has been at the helm as Manager and didn't envisage the year of 2020 including a lockdown, upheaval of GAA fixtures or lack of Croke Park action. The closure on March 16, like for many businesses, was unexpected. However, sales online sustained the business, while the reopening saw a surge in holidaymakers buying Kerry gear. "The fact that there was no football on we thought people wouldn't be buying any gear," Luke this week told the Killarney Advertiser. "We're down on last year because of no Croke Park games but we have held our own. We're selling to clubs locally including bibs, jerseys and all types of footballs and equipment. We had a great summer because even through there were no matches all the staycationers were mad to buy Kerry gear. Kerry is now a brand in itself!" Face masks have also helped the tills keep ringing and they've a new range

for the county championship 2020. "We've three different types of county face masks between €7 and €9 - they're our best seller and flying out the door." Customers can relax in the knowledge that plenty of safety measures have been implemented. Not only is there a queuing system outside when the shop is busy but a one way system inside. "We got sanitiser stations from local business Greenway who also sponsor the County Board. We have floor markings and a one way system, as well as full Perspex screens at the till for the safety of staff and customers." And their website www.kerrygaastore.ie is getting a revamp and will be launched very soon, he added. "We're remodelling the website to make it more interactive." He said that it's great to be back open and seeing new and regular customers once again. "Getting back to normal is so important for the staff and our customers. It's great to get the doors open again, to see the locals and to talk football!"

BACK TO BUSINESS: Luke Quinn Manager of the Kerry GAA Store in the Killarney Outlet Centre says it’s great to be back in business following the lockdown. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

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PHOTOS: GRIGORIY GENIYEVSKIY

The beauty of Killarney is always such a huge hit with tourists. Despite the return to schools in the past week holidaymakers are still making their way to the tourist capital of Ireland. Our photographer Grigoriy Geniyevskiy was 'Out and About' this week and met a few of them who told him how scenic and wonderful Killarney town and its surrounds really is.

LAKESIDE VIEWS: Theresa and Michael Jackson on their staycation from Mullingar at Ross Castle enjoying the views of the lake.

STAYCATION: Pauline and Joe O’Farrell from Cork on their staycation in Killarney pictured outside Killarney National Park taking a break and soaking up the beautiful views.

ONE OF THEM TWO OF THEM: Noah and Damien Switzer monkeying around on the swings at Muckross Farms Playground last week.

BIKE RIDE: Cliff and Liz Taylor from Dublin pictured on their staycation in Killarney enjoying a bike trip around the National Park.

WALK: Jacqueline and Peter McKay on their staycation in Killarney from Dublin on a river walk at the National Park on Tuesday.

ENJOYING NATURE: Robbie and Jamie McAuley from Co. Meath looking for deer at Killarney National Park while on a staycation in Killarney this week.

VIEWS: Evan Walsh and Darragh O’Boyle from Kilkenny and Mayo soaking in the beautiful views at Ross Castle while on their staycation in Killarney this week.

TIME OUT: Jess Mills, Roisin Kerr, Eadaoin O’Neill and Orla Guiney pictured at Ross Castle taking time out and enjoying the views and the scenery on Tuesday.

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Kerry Airport vows to fight back after pandemic losses | By Sean Moriarty Kerry Airport has warned that it could take years to recover from the devastating effects of the pandemic. The airport's Annual General Meeting (AGM) took place in Tralee last week where the 2019 year-end financial report was presented to shareholders.

TEE OFF: Eoghan Cronin from Aghadoe (centre black) with members of the MP Moran team at a previous Kerry Association London Golf Day

Kerry-London golf day goes international for fundraiser The Kerry Association London’s (KAL) annual golf day, organised this year to raise funds for the Seámus O’Brien Fund, will run to a new format this year to overcome international travel restrictions and crowd gathering rules. | By Sean Moriarty The annual event, which raises money for Irish and London charities, is set to take place at Aldenham Golf Club, Watford on September 18. This year’s event will raise funds for Seámus O’Brien, the Firies man who lost a leg in an industrial accident in 2018. He lived in London for a few years and played Gaelic Football with the Kingdom Kerry Gaels, a club that has strong ties to the Kerry Association London. The KAL’s golf outing is always well attended by Kerry people living in London or by local golfers who travel over to make a weekend of it. Ongoing travel restrictions and crowd gathering rules had put the success of the event in jeopardy so they have extended the event's scope and will accept entries from any golf course in the world over from September 18 to 25. Golfers are free to nominate their own golf club, pay the appropriate green fee locally and then enter the KAL tournament online.

The airport reported a strong 2019, but so far this year passenger numbers are at an alarming low level. Less than one thousand people used the facility between April and June this year. Only 808 passengers travelled through the airport, all on the Aer Lingus Regional Kerry-Dublin route, during the second quarter of 2020 compared to 102,534 on all routes for the same quarter last year. “Our country continues its undaunted struggle to overcome this virus. There is no doubt, when the time is right and it is safe to do so, the Airport will regroup

and continue its mission in supporting Kerry and this regions’ economy,” Kerry Airport’s Chief Executive Officer John Mulhern said. “Undoubtedly there will be many months, if not years, of toil ahead to recover fully. Kerry Airport will face that challenge unabated.” Prior to last week’s AGM The Minister of State with responsibility for International and Road Transport and Logistics, Hildegarde Naughten TD, visited the airport to hear a first-hand account of how the COVID-19 pandemic and travel restrictions have affected Kerry Airport. It is understood that during this meeting airport management have asked for Government intervention to save Kerry and other regional airports. “I am confident that the Government is fully aware of the steep downward trajectory in the financial position at all airports and will in due course announce industry specific financial measures to support us through the industry's continued lockdown,” Mr Mulhern added.

“We have decided to make the event international and already we have people playing in Kerry, Scotland and America, and we haven’t even got started yet,” KAL’s Dermot O’Grady said. “With everyone spreading the word we can make history by holding the first world-wide golf day, for a laugh and a great cause. We’re hoping that no matter where you are, Ceann Sibeál, Wentworth, Emirates Golf Club or Augusta, we will all be playing for the same goal and the spirit of the day will be with us all.”

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Purchase your ticket through eventbrite: http://bit.ly/KALInternational - £100 per team of 4. Choose your team and play any course you wish either on September 18 itself in conjunction with the London event, or during the time frame (18 – 25). You may choose to play your home course or make an adventurous day out of it and try a course you’ve never played before. WhatsApp your Score Card directly to (085)1782833. The winning teams will be announced on Saturday, September 25.

FLIGHT OR FIGHT: John O'Sullivan, (Secretary Kerry Airport plc) , John Mulhern (Chief Executive Officer) and Denis Cregan (Chairman) at Kerry Airport’s AGM last week. Photo: Domnick Walsh/Eye Focus

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“I am very happy. I thought that they should be open with the rest of them. Hopefully things will improve.” TONY BYRNE

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With news this week that pubs have been given the go ahead to reopen under strict guidelines on September 21, we sent our photographer Grigoriy Geniyevskiy out onto the streets of Killarney to see your reaction. Here's what you had to say: Photos: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

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“I’m happy that they’re opening but I wouldn’t be going straight away. I don’t think the experience will be the same.” MICHELLE DEMPSEY O’CONNOR

“It could be risky. There might be problems but it’s good for the publicans.” FRANCIS MCGRATH AND BRIDIE HESSION

“It’s better to keep them closed. If they do open, there will be problems. I’d be afraid that there won’t be social distancing in the pubs.” PAT MANGAN

“I am happy they are opening and looking forward to a cocktail. As long as there’s guidelines it should be OK.” PAT GILL

“We’re not happy with it. The virus is still very active. I wouldn’t go near it as we feel like social distancing will not be adhered to.” CHARLOTTE WALSH

“Yes, I’m happy of course. It’s been too long for some people. With safety I’d be comfortable going.”

“Give them a chance to operate and see how it goes from there. I’d be comfortable going. Everywhere else is open so why not the small pubs?”

ROBERT KEYES AND LISA MOONEY

“We’re happy they are opening. It’s great for people who own small pubs and local family businesses. We can’t lock ourselves away.”

“I feel sorry for the small pubs that it took so long. I’m happy they are finally opening and have their livelihood back. For the people that need to get out it’s important, especially rurally.”

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Coming to Netflix today (Friday) is 1 hour 51 minute film 'Night School' rated 15. The story is about a high school dropout studying to pass his GED exam who clashes with his sassy night school teacher and a vindictive principal.

insurance from the explosion. Teddy's friend is willing to give him a job - if he can pass his exams and earn his GED. Starring: Kevin Hart, Tiffany Haddish, Rob Riggle.

In 2001, high-school student Teddy Walker drops out of school when he's unable to concentrate during a crucial test. In 2018 he works as a barbecue-grill salesman and dating a wealthy woman named Lisa, and has developed a careful financial strategy that allows him to maintain the illusion that he is better off than he actually is. But his life falls apart just as he learns that he will inherit control of the store when the current manager retires. As he proposes to Lisa in the shop, he accidentally triggers an explosion when a champagne cork pops open a gas tank; the manager runs away with the

But her father’s rivalries and the dangers of his trading enterprise have only multiplied since she last saw him and Fable soon finds that West isn't who he seems. Together, they will

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have to survive more than the treacherous storms that haunt the Narrows if they're going to stay alive. Welcome to a world made dangerous by the sea and by those who wish to profit from it. Where a young girl must find her place and her family while trying to survive in a world built for men.

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Better Than This Quirky singer Paloma Faith has just released her new single 'Better Than This'. Delivering empowering lyrics, it is the vocalist's first new material since her 2017 album 'The Architect', which she released a deluxe version of in late 2018. And she has also teamed up with Jonas Blue for a collaborative single, 'Mistakes'. “It’s love songs for people who are there to stay," the singer-songwriter said as she described the song as one about "enduring love". "That enduring love. Warts and all. I

As the daughter of the most powerful trader in the Narrows, the sea is the only home 17-year-old Fable has ever known. It’s been four years since the night she watched her mother drown during an unforgiving storm. The next day her father abandoned her on a legendary island filled with thieves and little food. To survive she must keep to herself, learn to trust no one and rely on the unique skills her mother taught her. The only thing that keeps her going is the goal of getting off the island, finding her father and demanding her rightful place beside him and his crew. To do so, Fable enlists the help of a young trader named West to get her off the island and across the Narrows to her father.

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don’t think I’ve ever heard a love song like that, actually.” A music video shot in Paloma's hometown of Hackney against a backdrop of vignettes of human error highlights issues including climate emergency, police brutality, class divide and the injustices of war. Paloma has 10 Top 40 hits on the Official UK Singles Chart, including Number 1 'Changing' with dance duo Sigma. Her first three albums have achieved double Platinum status in the UK, while her most recent, 2017 chart-topper 'The Architect', is Platinum.

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CULTURE NIGHT: Culture Night is set to take place online this year due to the ongoing restrictions. Pictured are: Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Patrick Connor-Scarteen and Kate Kennelly, KCC Arts Officer

Culture Night to take place online later this month | By Michelle Crean Culture Night is set to take place again this year, however there's a big change to online due to the continued COVID-19 restrictions. Lots of the events will take place online to ensure public safety while still providing arts and cultural groups the opportunity of showcasing their work to the Kerry public. Every year the Kerry Visual Artists’ Showcase is launched on Culture Night. This year the launch will be held online, with a 360 panoramic view of the gallery available on Kerry County Arts’ Facebook: @ KerryCoArts page from 6pm on Friday, September 18. There will also be images of the artists’ works, speeches and access to the exhibition catalogue. The Fanzini Brothers will be online with a visual extravaganza full of their signature flair and fun. Catherine Young’s 'Welcoming Project' will be online with a retrospective of what the innovative dance initiative has achieved using dance as a means of social integration. The County Museum has taken a number of events online already this year, and Culture Night will be the same with music and tours available from the museum’s website on the night. “It’s a credit to arts and culture groups in Kerry that they are adjusting and adapting to these strange circumstances we are in,” Kate Kennelly, Arts Officer, said. “I would urge people to virtually drop in to as many events as possible on Culture Night and show their support via views, clicks and likes until the time comes again when we can show our appreciation with applause.” St John’s Theatre in Listowel will also

take part featuring a live performance on the night which will be livestreamed on St John’s Facebook page. They are also hosting events run by the Listowel Writers’ Museum (Tales from the Kingdom) and a harping event organised by Jimmy Deenihan. The Dingle Hub is hosting an online exhibition by Silke Michels and the artist group Mink will have an online launch of their exhibition which is hanging at ANAM Cultural Centre in Killarney. Rebecca Lyons in Tralee has taken her origami installation online and Ionad an Bhlascaoid is hosting an exhibition tonnfuaime (sound wave) organised by Áine Ní Chiobháin that will be online. An exhibition by Roisín Ní Chionnfhaolaidh is being hosted online by the Anja Gnauck Gallery while the Local Creative Youth Partnership will have an exhibition visible from The Mall, Tralee – 'Windows on Windows'. Heritage Iveragh are taking their popular 'Rock Art By Night' tour online this year as well, so people from far and wide can see from the comfort of their own homes this ancient visual art. Music Generation Kerry is hosting online music workshops for children and young people. “I would encourage everyone to try this new way of experiencing Culture Night,” Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Patrick Connor-Scarteen, said. “Online events give more people the opportunity to take part safely and enjoy what Kerry arts and culture has to offer.” Information on events can be found at www.culturenight.ie, on Kerry County Arts’ social media playforms: @KerryCoArts and by emailing arts@kerrycoco. ie or calling 066 7183541.

The natural time for hydrangeas is late summer There is a photo at home of myself and my brother as children standing in front of a bank of blooming hydrangeas at Muckross House, and I imagine there is a similar picture in most homes in Killarney! Hydrangeas for me, always announce the end of summer and start of Autumn, the last walk at Muckross and the beginning of a school year. Nowadays, unfortunately, they can be bought in flower at almost any time of the year, confusing both people and hydrangeas. The natural time for flowering is late summer, however, buying a flowering hydrangea at almost any other time of the year leads to several years of non-flowering, as it regulates itself back to nature’s intentions. Hydrangeas like moist, well-drained, moderately fertile soil. They prefer shelter from cold winds, especially northern and easterly winds, as they scorch the large, soft new leaves. Many people are a bit confused as to the best way to prune hydrangeas. There seems to be a lot of conflicting advice out there, but that is mainly due to the fact that there are several different groups of hydrangeas. The trick is to know which ones you have! The most grown type is the macrophylla group. These consist of ‘mopheads’ or Hortensias, and ‘lacecaps’. Mopheads are the large round flowers, lacecaps are flattened flower heads, surrounded by a ring of larger infertile flowers. Both of these may turn different colours depending on your soil. Flower colour is affected by the availability of aluminium ions in the soil, so basically, if your soil is alkaline or has lime in it, flowers will be pink. If your soil pH is acidic, anything less than 5.5, they will be blue. You can regulate this somewhat, by adding sulphate of iron, or ‘hydrangea colourant’. White blooms are largely

unaffected by pH. You can really only influence the blue colour, as adding lime, in the hope of creating pink blooms, generally leads to chlorosis – yellow leaves. If your hydrangeas are not flowering, but do have good green growth, it is often because they lack phosphorous. One way to remedy this is by adding bone meal to your soil, at the rate of a tablespoon to two square feet, every three weeks in the growing season. These shrubs should be cut back in early spring. Cut out old wood, dead wood and surplus stems. This groups flowers on the last year’s growth, so take care not to prune too late – when the new growth just starts it's ideal as you can see what has died back over the winter. Hydrangea arborescens and paniculata are two other popular groups, the beautiful ‘Annabelle’ is an example of H.arborescens, and ‘Wim’s red’ is one example of H.paniculata. These flower on the current year’s growth and should be pruned back hard in spring. Keep a good framework of branches by cutting half the stem to a pair of buds just above ground level, and prune the other half to the height you want – anywhere between 25 and 60cm. The best flowers are on strong new growth, but you also want to maintain a strong structure. H. quercifolia, or the oak leaved hydrangea, and H. aspera, should only be pruned lightly to remove dead wood, or weak stems. These are, in my experience, the most tender of the hydrangea groups, and I need to grow mine in a very sheltered spot. They tend to be unreliable flowerers, and like a good deal of sun. However, the oak leaved hydrangea is well worth a spot in the garden, if for nothing else than its beautiful autumn colour!

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VIRTUAL LADIES DAY: This year's Listowel Races Ladies Day will take place online due to current restrictions.

Listowel Races to take place behind closed doors This month's Listowel Racing from Monday, September 21 to Saturday 26, will take place behind closed doors in what has been a difficult but unavoidable decision made by Listowel Race Committee due to the current restrictions in place. These measures are to safeguard everyone’s health and well-being during the current health situation to ensure racing can continue in a safe and appropriate manner. All those who have to be on site including jockeys, trainers, medics etc., will be subject to strict health screening both in advance and on the day of racing. "Our team at the racecourse are working with An Garda Síochána to ensure

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that Listowel Racecourse will be safe and secure for those taking part in the week-long event. "We are therefore asking in the interest of public health that you do not attend Listowel Racecourse or the immediate vicinity of the racetrack itself as it will be closed. Drones in the vicinity of the racetrack are also prohibited. We would be grateful to you for respecting this." While they are disappointed that you will not be able to join them in Listowel this year to enjoy the Harvest Festival Meeting, you can still tune in to TG4 from Monday 21 to Saturday 26 and to Racing TV also, from the comfort of your own home. "Wherever you decide to enjoy the Listowel Races Harvest Festival we would appeal to you that you comply fully

Ladies Day this year will be a virtual event on Friday, September 25. The McElligotts Honda Best Dressed Lady will win €500 cash prize and a bespoke piece of jewellery from master jeweller Brian de Staic for the Most Contemporary New Season Autumn Look and a staycation for ‘Best Hat’ or Headpiece. To enter the McElligotts Honda Virtual Ladies Day all you have to do is take (or get someone else to take) a photo or video (less than 15 seconds) of yourself all dressed up - as if you were heading to Ladies Day. Post your photo or video before 4pm on Friday, September 25 to either your Instagram or Facebook page and importantly hashtag #listowelladiesday2020 and tag @listowelraces and you could be a winner. Follow @listowelraces on their social media channels throughout the day for updates and the announcement of finalists at 5pm and overall winners at 7pm. The judges, headed Orla Diffily, fashion stylist, RTE Today and model agency owner, will shortlist five finalists who will be announced on social media at 5pm and the overall winners in each category will be announced at 7pm.

The unmasking of a press conference President Donald Trump demanded that a news journalist should take off his face mask during a press briefing on Monday. The news conference, part of President’s official Labor Day Bank Holiday engagements, took place on the lawn of the White House, common procedure since COVID-19 crowd distancing restrictions were put in place.

Most reporters in the White House press pool wear face masks during briefings. Jeff Mason of Reuters was asking questions when he was interrupted by Trump. “You’re going to have to take that off, please. You can take it off. How many feet away are you?” he asked. Mason decided against removing the mask and instead said he would talk louder.

A former children's TV presenter has denied he is mystery artist Banksy after a social media rumour gained traction this week. People began to speculate that artist Neil Buchanan, who presented 'Art Attack' on ITV from 1990 and 2007, was the anonymous England-based street artist who creates anonymous graffiti in public places. A statement on Neil's official site denies the allegation. 'Neil Buchanan is NOT Banksy. PLEASE NOTE: We have been inundated with enquiries over the weekend regarding the current social media story. Unfortunately this website does not have the infrastructure to answer all these enquiries individually, however we can confirm that there is no truth in the rumour whatsoever. Neil spent Lockdown with vulnerable members of his family and is now preparing to launch his new art collection in 2021. Thank you and please stay safe.' More recently Banksy sprayed the inside of a London Underground train carriage with messages about the spread of Coronavirus, before it was removed by Transport for London. The mystery of who the real Banksy is remains for now!

“Well, if you don’t take it off, you’re very muffled, so if you would take it off, it would be a lot easier,” added the President. Mason continued by raising his voice before the President conceded.

“It’s … better, yeah. It’s better,” he said.

But the incident wasn’t over. Later in the conference another reporter took off his mask to ask a question.

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Tellus Airborne Survey takes off over South Central Ireland The next phase of the Tellus Survey – a nationwide programme of Geological Survey Ireland – will take off over southern and central counties of Ireland in the comings days. Tellus is a programme to collect geochemical and geophysical data on rocks, soil and water across Ireland. To gather the geophysical data, a low-flying airplane equipped with state-of-theart instruments will fly over counties Laois, Tipperary, Kilkenny and Waterford, and neighbouring parts of Offaly, Cork, Carlow and Kildare from September until the end of the year, weather permitting. The Tellus Survey programme has been mapping across Ireland over the last nine years and is currently funded under Project2040 the National Development Plan by Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment. The programme aims to have 75% of Ireland mapped by 2020, with the resulting data having

the potential to deliver positive economic, environmental and agricultural benefits by helping to assist in local environment understanding, soil management, and natural resource potential for these counties. Data collected throughout the Tellus project is pub-

lished and made freely available to all on the Tellus website www.tellus.ie. “The Tellus Survey is an important national project, providing valuable insights into the geological makeup of Ireland," Dr James Hodgson, Senior Geologist and Project Manager for Tellus, said. "The data collected helps us to sus-

tainably manage our environment and natural resources as well as protecting public health." The survey aircraft is a white, twin propeller plane, which is easily identified by its red tail and black stripe as well as the word ‘SURVEY’ and registration number C-GSGF written across both sides of the plane. Based at Waterford airport, the survey plane will be flying at 60 metres over rural areas – about eight times the height of a two-storey house – and 240 metres over urban areas in the coming months, as approved by the Irish Aviation Authority. Due to the low-flying altitude of the survey aircraft, anyone concerned about sensitive livestock is encouraged to contact the Tellus Freephone Information Line on 1800 45 55 65. The Tellus team will be happy to provide information on upcoming flight plans.

Gardaí in Ballybunion are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old Alex Sugrue who is missing.

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Alex was last seen at 9am on Saturday, September 5 when she left her home in Ballybunion. She is described as being approximately 5ft 1’’ in height, of slim build, with green eyes and blond (bleached) shoulder length hair. When last seen Alex was wearing a red, white and navy

Eircode are partnering with the National Guild of Master Craftsmen in Ireland (NGMC) to highlight the benefits of using an Eircode when booking a tradesperson. Eircodes help customers provide their location and help tradespeople find them easily. The National Guild of Master Craftsmen has over 7,500 members providing over one hundred different trades. Already, many members of the National Guild ask customers for their Eircode when booking jobs, and this number continues to grow. According to consumer research by Eircode in 2019, 94% of households use their Eircode and 29% used it when booking a tradesperson. This is double the number of people who used an Eircode when booking a tradesperson in 2018. Eircode and the NGMC want to increase the use of Eircodes for call-outs as communicating an address location accurately is of great benefit to both the tradesperson and the customer. Eircodes can be found on the free-touse Eircode Finder at eircode.ie. “From a tradesperson’s point of view, the use of Eircode is important as the majority of households like to know the exact time their tradesperson will arrive," Pat Doyle, CEO of the National Guild of Master Craftsmen, said. "The customer has taken time-off to accommodate the tradesperson, so it is important to both parties that delays be avoided. Having the Eircode can help the tradesperson find the location and avoid delays.”

jacket, army green pants and black Nike runners. Anyone who has seen Alex or who can assist in locating her, is asked to contact Listowel Garda Station on 068 50820, the Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.

MISSING: Gardai are seeking the whereabouts of 16-year-old Alex Sugrue from Ballybunion.

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Based on pilates which has a science behind it, they lengthen and strengthen every muscle from head to toe. This is important as up until the age of 30 you normally build more bone then you lose. After 35, breakdown occurs faster than bone buildup, which causes a gradual loss of bone mass. If you have osteoporosis, you lose bone mass at a greater rate. After menopause the rate of bone breakdown occurs even more quickly including loss of height, change in posture, shortness of breath, fractures or pain in your lower back. Petite and small frames sometimes have a greater risk and need for exercise. It’s more important now to stay strong especially the core strength which is key with the toning tables. They offer you a greater range of mobility and movement even after your first session. If you haven’t tried them before now is as good a time as ever. With only two to three people at a time you can feel safe and secure doing your workout. We're following all HSE guidelines to keep our staff and valued clients safe. .

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Tralee’s gain is Killarney’s loss for proposed GAA museum: Tralee could be after stealing a march on Killarney after a local councillor proposed to build a GAA stadium in the county town.

| By Sean Moriarty Back in 2012 the Kerry Gaelic Culture Museum GAA in Killarney was given the green light. It should have been opened by 2014 - but it never got off the ground due to the economic crash at the time. Three years later an application was made to extend the duration of planning permission for the museum which was proposed to be built on the grounds of Fitzgerald Stadium in Killarney. The idea disappeared until Tralee councillor Jim Finucane asked a bi-monthly meeting of Tralee Municipal Council if Kerry County Council could draw up a plan to house a GAA museum in Tralee Court House. A new court house is set to be built in the town as part of the Island of Geese regeneration programme in the town. Killarney councillor and former Kerry footballer Michael Gleeson was a member of the previous museum committee. The group included Kerry Airport secretary Liam Chute, Killarney publican Patrick O’Sullivan who was Kerry County Board Chair at the time and the Killarney Advertiser’s sports journalist Eamon Fitzgerald. They even met with senior Board Fáilte officials but it was stopped dead in its

tracks when the tourism body did not follow up on further meetings just prior to the economic crash. The Killarney committee had made a lot progress in their attempt to build the museum including high-end meetings with Government ministers and promise of a potential bridging loan from the GAA. “Tralee Municipal District are well-entitled to make such a proposal and there is no animosity towards them on that,” Mr Gleeson told the Killarney Advertiser. “We had a design, planning permission everything ready to go. We had costed it at around €4 million, which is not an unmanageable amount of money. Fáilte Ireland met us, they told us, as we were in the height of the so-called Celtic Tiger, that our project was not big enough to be considered iconic, but they promised they would meet us to follow up and we have heard nothing since.” Mr Gleeson remained hopeful that Killarney would not be overlooked in the future. "Killarney has the [tourism] footfall to make this project financially viable," he added. "It could serve as a hub, and introduce visitors to the sporting and culture aspects of Kerry and they would radiate from here to all corners of the county and beyond."

CELEBRATIONS: Both past and present staff of St John of God's Kerry Service celebrating Nancy Coffey's 80th birthday in The Bianconi.

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Muckross Estate to be the focus of new feature film | By Michelle Crean It will be lights, camera and action in Killarney next month as a new film is to be filmed in Muckross Estate and at The Bog Village, Glenbeigh on The Ring of Kerry. Set for an early 2021 release worldwide, ‘The Kingdom’ - inspired during the darkest days of COVID lockdown is to be one of the greatest Irish period drama feature films and TV series. It was literally an eureka moment one sunny June afternoon while researching the Herbert Family of The Muckross Estate in Killarney, conceived by author and director of Blue Box Productions Walter Ryan-Purcell. “The film location is all there, it’s perfect!” he said. Muckross House, which was built in 1843, the ruins of Muckross Abbey built mid-1400s, and Muckross Traditional Farms will provide incredible scenes for the story of The Herbert Family and their 200 year tenure on the estate. Walter Ryan-Purcell contacted his friend Mary Wood who had a part in the film ‘Tradition’ produced in Kerry a few years ago by Damian O’Callaghan, Declan O’Shea and Tim O’Connor of OC Productions. “It was like turning on all the lights in Ireland! The darkness lifted and a new dawn of film production in Killarney is born. Blue Box Productions Ltd., was incorporated specifically for ‘The Kingdom’ alone, a feature film and TV series likely to be shown in most countries around the world. Muckross House is a national museum expertly curated and managed by the Office of Public Works and a group of very dedicated voluntary Trustees. The support, historical advice and perseverance of Seamus Hassett, Patricia O’Hare, Toddy Doyle and Denis Reidy of Muckross has been phenomenal in the build up to this production.” The story, based in the 1800s, starts with young nine-year-old Kathleen

being sent to America during Black ’47 of The Famine Era, after circumstances for her family on a neighbouring estate turn foul. The Herberts of Muckross and other local landlords live in absolute luxury in their stately homes. However, tensions and emotions within the family and between families arise, fuelled by the upcoming visit of Queen Victoria and other members of The Royal Family. This entangled and gripping story is cleverly written by award winning scriptwriter Luke Corcoran. Director Damian O’Callaghan and his team have attracted the best of Ireland’s actors and crew and make them work their hearts out to produce real raw world class productions. Starring in The Kingdom are Paul Ronan (The Devil’s Own, Veronica Guerin, How I Live Now), Patrick Bergin (Sleeping with The Enemy, Patriot Games, Robinhood), Niamh Sweeney (Trust, Noel, and Gaiety productions), and Tony Murphy (Charlie Casanova, Fair City). “Period drama is very much in demand now following the success of Downton Abbey and others. This is a real first for Ireland. A whole new generation on every continent will again fall in love with The Emerald Isle. From the depths of COVID a new era dawns for Irish film-making.” Blue Box Productions Ltd. is inviting investors to be part of this production company. Further details from wryanpurcell@eircom.net.

NEW FILM: Walter Ryan-Purcell conceived the idea for 'The Kingdom' which is set to be filmed in Killarney. Photo: Michelle Crean

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HEALTH & FITNESS Advice - By Brian Foley Brian is available for advice and fitness consultations, Call 087 403 0894 or email info@activate.ie • www.activate.ie

How full is your bucket? The first step we take at Activate with any new client is to sit down for a chat. You may ask why - it's because you are an individual. Why should your fitness be the same as everyone else? One of the major topics we discuss in our initial consult is stress. Not, how much you can lift, or how far you can run or how often you walk the dog - but “how stressed are you?”

But what has stress got to do with fitness? Well, to get healthier we need to know your system can find equilibrium so you can get the optimum results and what your limits are. The easiest way to conceptualise your body’s limit is through the bucket analogy: Imagine you have a bucket, which represents you. Water, representing each stress event, is poured into the bucket. Most buckets have room to hold some water but if the water keeps being poured in, the bucket will overflow. This is our breaking point, and as the water level inches towards the top, we begin to experience symptoms of chronic stress. Luckily, our bucket has a tap at the bottom which represents coping techniques and the things you might do to mitigate the effects of demands and stressors. The more readily we can open the tap, the easier it is to keep the water at optimal level. Next, we need to identify what is filling the bucket. If you are going to take away one point from this entire piece, it should be this; stress isn’t just limited to daily demands like taking on a huge workload, deadlines, relationships, money, etc. Stress exists in various forms and our bodies are constantly bombarded with things that trigger a stress response, adding to our bucket drop by drop. HERE ARE SOME COMMON “SNEAKY” SOURCES OF STRESS: :: Positive or exciting life events :: Lack of sleep or disrupted sleep :: Mental or emotional stress :: Diet

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The single most effective way to empty that stress bucket is sleep. Stress and sleep are intimately interconnected and can sometimes have an inverse relationship i.e. stress disrupts sleep and poor sleep causes stress.

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What has this got to do with exercise? In general, you should feel energised from your workout. Sure, immediately after you finish something tough you may need 10-20 minutes to recover but if you are regularly hitting a wall mid-workout or leaving the gym feeling like you need a nap to go on, you are overloading your system. This one is a hard pill to swallow, especially if you use exercise as a form of stress relief. It is important to understand that exercise in itself elicits a large stress response from the body. However, if your bucket is getting full, a high intensity workout is enough to push you over the edge. If you are struggling with stress, think about taking more rest days between your workouts and opt for lower intensity movements like strength training, yoga, walking or hiking. You can still enjoy your HIIT workout but consider taking the intensity down several notches. FINDING THE BALANCE If you’ve been living in high stress for a while, you may even feel like you are handling it well or that you aren’t that stressed at all. Keep in mind that if you get to the point of feeling overwhelmed, your bucket is already overflowing. The key here is learning balance and flexibility in your lifestyle. Having a professional coach in your corner can certainly help manage this. If you are looking for some guidance, visit our website www.activate.ie to find out more.

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38. "Full Metal Jacket" setting, briefly 39. Little Joe's brother 40. Hot Far East place? 45. Leamington's attraction 46. Trap 47. Type of link 49. Scala in "Don't Go Near The Water" 50. Delineated 54. Cinderella's hot benefactor? 59. Deafening sound 60. "The Gold Bug" writer's signature, perhaps 61. Earth's center 62. Noted star followers 63. It's spoken from the hip? 64. Sills solo 65. ___ gin fizz 66. Old wives' forte? 67. Began a golf game

DOWN 1. Slow, to a conductor 2. Self-evident truth 3. Mother-of-pearl 4. Come to the fore 5. Regales with a story, perhaps 6. "The Mikado" wraps 7. Provide for free, informally 8. Swiss painter Paul 9. Steak choice 10. Winnipeg's province 11. "___ Brockovich" 12. Warble 13. Orange or lemon end 21. Poetic foot 22. It's breathtaking 26. Subsequently 27. Impersonate 28. Physics units 29. Thank the singer

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Ahern’s Opel supports local motorcycle racers | By Sean Moriarty Ahern’s Garage has stepped in to help local motorcycle racers by providing a van to allow them transport their racing bikes to and from events. The sport resumed in Ireland last weekend with the Belfast and District Motor Club’s King of Kirkistown meeting taking place at the County Down track. Four Kerry-based riders made the long trip north to dust off the cobwebs ahead of the sport’s resumption in the Republic of Ireland next weekend. The local team used an Opel Vivaro van provided by the county’s main dealer for the German brand. The deal was made possible as racer John Griffin works as a panel beater at the Profix Accident Repairs arm of the family run garage. The Asdee-based rider was out of luck as he suffered a blown engine in his BMW which ruled him out of his two

Superbike Cup races at the event. However, there was plenty to celebrate as his teammates recorded some great results at the famous Ards Peninsula track. Tralee man Robert O’Connell was unlucky not to record a class win during the Supersport Cup race after a bearing failed on his gear shift mechanism. The incident dropped him to second position. He took second in class in race two on his Yamaha. Both races were won by road racing legend Michael Dunlop who made a surprise appearance at the club event ahead of this weekend’s Cookstown Road Races in County Tyrone. Emmett O’Grady took two 12th places in both his Superbike races onboard his TAG Honda with Ullster Champion Jason Lynn winning the second race after national champion Derek Sheils won the opening race. Darragh Crean was fourth and third in each of his Production Twin races on his Suzuki.

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Coyne’s successful character-building weekend Local motorcycle racer Kevin Coyne has described his debut weekend at Silverstone as one he will never forget. The world-famous track hosted the third meeting of the British Superbike Championship and the 18-year-old Kerry racer is tackling the HEL Performance British Junior Supersport Championship category for riders under 22.

He is the first Kerry rider to commit to this series. Last weekend’s double-header was a baptism of fire. His lack of track experience meant he was already at a disadvantage over his class rivals. His Kawasaki race bike was also at a speed disadvantage on the fast-flowing corners of the Northamptonshire track. If that wasn’t enough, Coyne was involved in a qualifying session accident on Saturday that resulted in an ankle injury.

Track medics ruled him unfit for Saturday’s opening race in the HEL Performance British Junior Supersport Championship. He was declared fit on Sunday morning but was forced to start from the back of the 34-place grid as he had not set a qualifying time. He recovered to finish 28th, outside his target of a top 20 finish but an acceptable result given everything that had gone against him. The team left Silverstone, on Sunday evening, in good spirits. “Silverstone is a weekend we will never forget,” his father Mark said. “With an injured left foot and to start from the back and to battle every lap to go from 34th to 28th and with very little track knowledge, we are actually very happy with our weekend. The bike might be lacking straight-line speed, so we need to get that sorted too, but thanks to every single person who helped get us back on track several times this weekend.” His next event is at Oulton Park in Cheshire on September 18-20.

CHALLENGING: Local motorcycle racer Kevin Coyne had a series of hurdles to overcome last weekend at the British Superbike Championship.

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END OF AN ERA: Oscar was a spectacular sight on the streets of Killarney.

Sadness as much loved horse passes away | By Sean Moriarty Killarney Jaunting Cars said farewell to their long-serving and much-loved horse Oscar who died unexpectedly on Saturday. The Tangney family, who run Killarney Jaunting Cars, said losing Oscar was like mourning a family member. A familiar sight on the streets of Killarney, Oscar stood out from other working horses in the jaunting car business. He was Friesian, a breed originating in the Friesland region of the Netherlands, and are known for being graceful and nimble for their size. Most of the horses working in Killarney are Irish Cobs and it's unusual to see a thoroughbred on jaunting car duty. Oscar carried his own presence, almost like he knew he was better than the rest, and could have been described as the

poser of the Tangney stable. He became ill on Friday, and despite all night attention from the Tangney family and local vet Shane Myers, he passed away on Saturday afternoon. “He was 16-years-old and we had him since he was four,” Michael Tangney told the Killarney Advertiser. “We grew very attached to him. When people saw Oscar coming down the street they would take a step back. He was very tall at 16 hands and we never cut his mane, he had this look and presence about him. He was a picture to look at.” When jarvey Robert Donnelly, who was Oscar’s regular driver and who has been unable to return to full-time employment this season, heard the news he came to pay his respects. “Things are much quieter this year but when Robert heard the news he just came up to say goodbye,” added Michael.

Family gather for Eileen's 90th birthday | By Michelle Crean It was a very special birthday for Eileen Flynn at her home last week as family members gathered to celebrate her 90th year. Due to the current restrictions Eileen wasn't able to go out for a meal or have a party with her neighbours and friends for the momentous occasion on Friday, August 30 - but family called to her home in Lisheenbawn, Farranfore where they made a fuss of her. She was joined by her two

sons John and Jerry, her four daughters Philomena, Eileen, Martina and Ann as well as their spouses and partners. Eight of 13 grandchildren were able to join them as well as two of her great-grandchildren. Her daughter Noreen, who lives in The Bronx in New York, joined them via a WhatsApp video call. "She enjoyed it," her daughter Ann, who travelled down from Westmeath with her husband Keith and two sons Dean and Cody, told the Killarney Advertiser.

SHORTLIST: John Fleming of Muckross Creamery which has been shortlisted for a 2020 Blas na hÉireann award.

Muckross-made ice cream shortlisted for national award | By Sean Moriarty Muckross Creamery has been shortlisted for a 2020 Blas na hÉireann award. Founded by fifth-generation dairy farmer John Fleming, who has diversified the family farm business in Killarney, Muckross Creamery is producing a range of ice cream using its own fresh milk, fresh cream and free-range eggs. His family have been farming in Muckross since the 1840s. The Flemings put forward three different ice cream products to the judges and its Country Caramel and Pecan Nuts cone made the shortlist. While health restrictions will prevent the live Blas na hÉireann festival from going ahead in Dingle next month the awards will move online. Winners will be announced over the

course of the day on October 3 on the Blas website and across social media channels. “We are delighted to get nominated, it is a good publicity boost and we are waiting anxiously for the results in October,” John Fleming told the Killarney Advertiser. No stranger to awards Muckross Creamery won a gold medal at last year’s Listowel Food Festival with their Casey Brothers Stout Ice Cream in association with the Killarney Brewing Company. Other Kerry finalists shortlisted for awards include: Camos Artisan Foods, Dingle Goats Cheese, Kennedy’s Butchers, Kerry Kefir, Knockatee Natural Dairy, Quinlan's Kerry Fish, Wellness Baking Listowel Ltd., Dingle Distillery, Kells Bay Cheese, Micilín Muc, and O’Sullivans Bakery.

"We had a gathering to mark it. We couldn't invite the neighbours which was sad. She was able to see Noreen on the phone and Noreen sang her 'Happy Birthday'. Eileen was born and reared in Lixnaw and moved to Lisheenbawn after she married Joe. Sadly Joe passed away over 10 years ago. Ann said that she was delighted with the low key affair and loved the many presents, one which was a chain with a family tree. Ann described Eileen, who loves music from Big Tom and dancing, as loving and caring, a person you could go to with anything. "She's calm and never panics. She'll always give you the best advice and you can ring her anytime."

90TH BIRTHDAY: Eileen Flynn from Lisheenbawn, Farranfore celebrated her 90th birthday last week.

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The Kerry Way Ultra Marathon 2020: David Campbell, Aisling Kirwan and Stephen Erswell

| By Michelle Crean Keeping a social distance, staying safe and adhering to HSE and Sport Ireland COVID-19 guidelines, was the order of the weekend for the annual Kerry Way Ultra Marathon. Ireland’s longest distance trail route was a weekend of endurance and will power for the 200km non-stop endurance, traversing the MacGillycuddy's Reeks, Iveragh Peninsula. Athletes from Ireland came to experience the gravity of the race. The not-for-profit Race Director Eileen Daly together with support crews and volunteers, circumnavigated the Iveragh Peninsula's byroads and butter roads in search for athletes from 5am on Friday morning to late

on Saturday night. The racers were GPS tracked on the Kerry Way route, making locating their whereabouts on the Kerry Way more manageable. There were three races in total - the Kerry Way Ultra - 200km, the Kerry Way UltraLite - from Sneem to Killarney, and a new Kerry Way UltraNite - from Waterville to Killarney. It was Gavin Byrne who raced home in an amazing time of 23 hours, 37 minutes and 17 seconds, followed by Keith Lane in a time of 24 hours, 01 minute and 58 seconds. First Lady home for the second year in a row was Aoife Mundow in an amazing time of 25 hours, 26 minutes and 49 seconds, knocking almost five hours off her

record last year. Winner of the Kerry Way UltraNight was Robert Janowski in a time of 9 hours, 10 minutes and 53 seconds, and Claire McCann was First Lady home in a blistering time of 9 hours, 51 minutes and 28 seconds. Winner of the Kerry Way UltraLite was John Keogh in 5 hours, 03 minutes and 50 seconds, in the Ladies race it was renowned Ultra Runner Laura O’Driscoll in a time of 5 hours, 48 minutes and 05 seconds. “Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we feared the race might not even go ahead," Race Director Eileen Daly said. "Obviously health is more important, and we were in a privileged and unique posi-

tion in Kerry, because of its remoteness and ease of social distancing. It’s usually families and very close friends make up the support crews and volunteers. We were able to meet all the criteria set out by National Park and Wildlife Services (NPWS) and Kerry County Council (KCC). We are always indebted to the kindness of the Kerry Way landowners and South Kerry Development Partnership (SKDP). The marathons reached a phenomenal amount of virtual online viewers who engaged with our live tracking on the Facebook page. The Kerry Way Ultra Marathon is a non-profit ‘no trace race’, and has earned its title as one of the best endurance races in the world.”

WINNER: Harold Cliffton, on the Old Kenmare Road, winner of the Kerry Way UltraLite.

Michelle Scott and Jacqo Le Bourhis, traversing the Old Kenmare Road.

Keeping the distance, John Boyle and Kenneth O’Driscoll, on Drung Hill, Mountain Stage, Kells.

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Lee Strand to distribute over 10,000 homework journals DECISION DATE: Councillor Michael Cahill has welcomed the October 9 South Kerry Greenway decision date published by An Bórd Pleanála.

Greenway decision day welcome | By Michelle Crean

COUNCILLOR: Michael Cahill, Fianna Fáil

Councillor Michael Cahill has welcomed the October 9 South Kerry Greenway decision date published by An Bórd Pleanála.

hersiveen and the Iveragh Peninsula," he said. “As I’ve said before, I see this as a game-changer and that was before the COVID-19 pandemic came to our country. The whole nation is suffering and regions like ours, already decimated by emigration etc., will find it even more difficult to survive such a blow. Because of that, we are hanging our hat on the South Kerry Greenway getting the go-ahead. This bailout will not be charity but will pay for itself a million fold in jobs and livelihoods for generations to come.”

The Fianna Fáil councillor, who has been the Greenway's greatest supporter since the very beginning, this week said that there have been some hiccups and delays along the way but he is now very hopeful that a positive decision will be made shortly. “This project is vital, and I stress vital, for all of Kerry, but in particular to Ca-

FG MEPs congratulate Commissioner designate Mairead McGuinness European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has announced that Mairead McGuinness has been picked to be the next Irish commissioner following the resignation of Phil Hogan. Following the news, Fine Gael MEPs Seán Kelly, Deirdre Clune, Frances Fitzgerald and Maria Walsh have congratulated their colleague on her new role as EU Commissioner-designate. "We are delighted that our colleague Mairead McGuinness has been appointed as Ireland's Commissioner-designate," Seán Kelly, MEP and leader of Fine Gael in the EU Parliament, said. "Mairead is a valued colleague who is

widely recognised for her dedication, integrity and excellence as an MEP, representing Ireland across various important policy areas. We have every confidence that Mairead will continue to work for the improvement of the lives of EU citizens in her new role. We wish her the best of luck in the process ahead, particularly ahead of the hearing in the European Parliament where she is highly respected," Mr Kelly added. An MEP since 2004, Mairead McGuinness has significant political experience on EU issues and currently holds the post of first vice-president of the European Parliament.

LAUNCH: Minister for Education, Norma Foley launches the 2020 Lee Strand Homework Journal pictured with Gearoid Linnane (CEO), Teresa Higgins-Walker (Marketing Manager), and Emma Mulcahy (8) with her sister Lauren (5) from Knocknagashel. Photo: Domnick Walsh

| By Michelle Crean Over 10,000 Lee Strand hardback homework journals are being distributed to national school pupils in Kerry and West Limerick once again. On Saturday, Lee Strand was delighted to welcome Norma Foley, Minister for Education, to officially launch the 2020 Lee Strand Homework Journal at the Lee Strand milk plant in Ballymullen, Tralee. The homework journals are valued at €4.50 each and are printed in full colour with a hardback cover for extra durability in pupils’ school bags. They are filled with lots of interesting and educational material and are printed in English and Irish with over 140 pages. The homework journal includes: a weekly diary where pupils can record their homework each day; a timetable to record classes and activities; a tables book featuring addition, subtraction, multiplication, division; healthy eating tips; Irish culture and heritage; spelling and grammar; teacher and parent note forms, as well as homework tips for pupils and parents. The homework journal also includes lots of Mighty Mikey Milk activities and after

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1ST ANNIVERSARY

2ND ANNIVERSARY

CASEY

CRONIN

FLEMING

Fondest Memories Of Bridget Casey Late Of O’Kelly Villas whose 1st Anniversary is on 4th Sept 2020

In loving memory of Bridget Casey (nee Aherne) late of 48 O’ Kelly’s Villas, Killarney, who died on the 4th of September 2019.

In loving memory of Peggy Cronin, late of Kilbrean, Killarney, who passed away on the 13th of September 2018.

In loving memory of Marjorie Fleming Summerville, Muckross, Killarney who died on the 12th September 2017

A silent thought, a secret tear, Keeps your memory ever dear, God took you home, it was his will, But in our hearts, you live still.

Softly in the morning

Mam I will always love and miss you every day I know you are watching over us and never far away. Miss you Your daughter Mary son in-law Joe, grandson Joe.

APPRECIATION JOYCE

Always remembered by your daughter Sarah and grandson Cian

20TH ANNIVERSARY KERRISK

On his first Anniversary the family of Enda Joyce wish to thank all who helped to look after him.

The Holy sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCES

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. A light from our household gone, A voice we loved is still, A place is vacant in our home, That can never be filled. May she rest in peace dear Jesus In Thy heavenly home above with the Sacred Heart of Jesus in his own eternal love.

In loving memory of Enda Joyce late of Pinewood who died on 9th September 2019

The Care Staff, the Doctors who called out to him, the Palliative care team who attended in his last hours, O’Shea’s Funeral home, and all the people who attended the removal or who sent cards.

Softly in the morning, You heard a gentle call, You took the hand God offered you, And quietly left us all.

In loving memory of Dermot Kerrisk late of High St & Lewis Road who died on the 10th September 2000. R.I.P. The love of a wonderful Dad Is something that always lives on Filling the day with sweet memories Long after his presence has gone. We still feel the warmth of his caring His wisdom will never depart For the love of a wonderful Dad Forever lives on in our heart.

Always loved and forever in our hearts, your children Ann, Sheila, Pat, Donal, Catherine, Margaruite and the late Mary, daughters in law, sons in law. Anniversary Mass is on Sunday 13th September at 12 noon in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

In loving memory of Dan and Mary Brosnan late of Rockfield, Faha. Dan whose birthday occurred on 4th September, and Mary whose Birthday occurs on 14th September. Your lives were a blessing, Your memories a treasure, Ye are loved beyond words, And missed beyond measure. Lovingly remembered always by Mam, brothers and sisters and their extended families xx

THANKSGIVING May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and throughout the world now & forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, Healer of the hopeless, pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. Amen. M.M. (Say this prayer 9 times a day for 9 days, by the 9th day prayer will be answered, it has never been known to fail - publication must be promised.) KK

IN MEMORIAM

NOVENA TO ST. ANTHONY O Holy St. Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for his creatures made you worthy when on earth to possess miraculous powers. Miracles awaited on your word which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought I implore you to obtain for me my request (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even though you are the Saint of Miracles, O gentle and loving St. Anthony whose heart was ever full of human sympathy. Whisper my petition into the ear of the sweet infant Jesus who loved to be held in your arms and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Promise publication. MT

Happy, smiling, always content, Loved and respected wherever you went, Always so thoughtful, loving and kind, A beautiful memory, you left behind. Loved and remembered by your loving husband Jim, daughters Rhonda, Laura and Diane, sons in law Micheal and Séan, grandchildren, Jack, Liam, Rachel, Ellie and Rian. Her Anniversary Mass will be held in the Muckross Church on Sunday 13th of September at 9.30am.

2ND ANNIVERSARY

2ND ANNIVERSARY CRONIN

In loving memory of Deborah Diggin 14 Emmetts Terrace, Killarney who died on 13th September 2018

BROSNAN

MIRACLE PRAYER

It does not take a special day, For us to think of you, Each Mass we hear, each prayer we say, Is offered up to you.

DIGGIN

Loved and remembered always by Derry, Noel, Annette, Renee, Irene, Mary, Mairead, Pauline and families.

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

A bouquet of beautiful memories, Sprayed with a million tears, Wishing God could have spared you, If just for a few more years.

In loving memory of Peggy Cronin Late of Kilbrean, Killarney, Who passed away on the 13th of September 2018 Wonderful Nan Of all the special gifts in life, However great or small, To have you as our Nan, Was the greatest gift of all. May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper in your ear, “We love and miss you Nan and wish that you were here”. Deep in our hearts, your life is kept, To love and cherish, never forget, No more tomorrows we can share, But yesterdays are always there. A silent thought, A secret tear, Keeps your memory ever near, In our hearts forever. xxx Loved and remembered by all your grandchildren, Séan, Mathilda, Paudie, Patrick, Tríona, Antoinette, Mairéad, Marie, Mag, Juliette, Sinéad, Leanne, Trish, Shane, Darragh, Katie and Aine.

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

“Softly in the morning you heard a gentle call, You took the hand God offered you and quietly left us all” Loved and remembered by your nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Anniversary mass will be held on Saturday the 12th at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral Killarney.

POWERFUL NOVENA Jesus who has said ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and the door will be open to you. Through the intercession of Mary, the most holy Mother, I knock, I ask that my prayer will be granted (mention request). Oh Jesus has said all you ask the Father in my name he will grant, through the intercession of Mary the most holy Mother I humbly beg and urgently ask the Father in Thy name that my prayer be granted (mention request). Jesus who has said Heaven and earth shall pass away but my word shall not pass away through the intercession of Mary the most holy Mother. I feel confident my prayer shall be answered. (Mention request). Promise publication. N.L.

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11.9.2020 1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

1ST ANNIVERSARY

LYNE

In loving memory of John Lyne late of Knockeendubh, Tralee Rd, Killarney and formerly of Knockeenlicka, Kilcummin who passed away on September 10, 2019 On this the first anniversary of his passing, we remember our Dad, John Lyne, and wish to take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who sympathised with us on our loss. A special thank you to Dad’s in-laws, nieces, nephews, godchild, cousins, extended family, friends, and neighbours for their humbling and generous emotional and practical support especially during the funeral. All those who attended the wake, rosary, removal, and funeral mass, called to the house, dropped off food, phoned, sent mass cards, condolence notes, perpetual enrolments, and floral tributes, - your thoughtfulness is very much appreciated. To those who travelled long distances and contacted us from abroad we thank you. Special appreciation to the doctors, nurses, and staff of University Hospital Kerry who attended to Dad so well. during his time there. And gratitude in particular to the hospital chaplains Fr. Teddy Linehan, Fr. Gerard O’ Leary, and Fr. Richard Dowling, who regularly visited and spent time with Dad. Thank you to Fr Teddy Linehan who administered to Dad for his lovely manner and caring words. Thank you to both Fr. Tom Looney and our neighbour Dan Joe Moynihan for leading rosaries at the house.

In loving memory of John Lyne Knockeendubh, Tralee Rd, Killarney who died on 10th September 2019 Your presence we miss, Your memory we treasure. Though absent, you are always near Still missed, loved and always dear. For those who think of John today, A little prayer to Jesus say. Lovingly remembered, Micéal, Bridie & Murphy Family

1ST ANNIVERSARY LYNE

Fr Jim Linehan, and the priests of Killarney parish who celebrated the funeral mass and made it such a meaningful tribute to Dad’s life - your words of solace are much appreciated.

To Fathers Michael and Tadhg O’Doherty who led the rosary at the graveside. Thank you to Dad’s long term doctor Dr Domhnall Kavanagh, and also to Dr Ken Keohane, Dr Andrew O’ Regan, Dr Marie Cleary, and all the staff of Deenagh Medical Practice for their great care over the years. Thanks also to Liam and Donie Sheahan and staff of Sheahan’s Pharmacy for their constant excellent customer service. Special mention to all the nurses, carers, and general staff of both St. Joseph’s Nursing Home Kenmare, and Heatherlee Nursing Home, Lawlor’s Cross, Killarney, who cared so well for Dad during his brief stays. We are most thankful for your genuine welcome, friendly attitude, attention to detail, and kind, professional, compassionate care.

In loving memory of John Lyne Knockeendubh, Tralee Rd, Killarney who died on 10th September 2019 We can’t have old days back When we were all together. But secret tears and loving thoughts Will be with us forever. Remembered always by, Gerardine, Mícéal & Bridie, Liam & Eileen, Dermot & Sheila, John & Grace and the extended Murphy Family

Thank you to the Dr.Crokes GAA Club for helping with catering at the wake, for the Guard of Honour, and for draping the coffin with the club flag - Dad would be honoured. To Dad’s many former colleagues and friends from St Finan’s Hospital - the Guard of Honour was very much appreciated. To the Multiple Sclerosis Society South Kerry Branch thank you for your attendance and participation. Thanks also to those who made donations in honour of Dad to the Multiple Sclerosis Society South Kerry Branch - a favourite charity of his. Thank you to the Retired Nurses Association who had a mass celebrated by Fr. Paddy O’ Donoghue in Dad’s honour. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we offer this acknowledgement as an expression of our deep appreciation and gratitude to all. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions. Time passes, memories stay, Quietly remembered every day. Predeceased by his loving wife Hannah Mary (nee Murphy) RIP October 28, 2015, and his only brother Jerry Lyne RIP May 19, 2019. Sadly missed and always fondly remembered by your family, sons Michael and Alan, daughters Miriam and Pauline, Michael’s partner Kate, Son-in-law Ronan Corcoran, daughterin-law Elaine, grandchildren - Sarah, Leah, Killian, Sophie, Emma, and Cara, Brothers-in-law, Sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, all your extended family, and many friends. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dills. Anniversary mass for John, his wife Hannah Mary, and his brother Jerry, will be celebrated in St Mary’s Cathedral Killarney on Sunday 20th September, 2020 at 12 noon.

IN MEMORIAM

1ST ANNIVERSARY WARD

In loving memory of John Ward Hawthorn Avenue, Killarney who died peacefully on 11th September 2019 We, the family of the late John would like to thank everybody who helped and supported us during his illness. Many thanks to those who wrote, sent mass cards and lovely letters of sympathy. Thanks to all those who called to the house, travelled long distances & attended the funeral. A special word of thanks to the amazing nurses and staff at Kerry Specialist Palliative Care Services who looked after John so well. Thank you to Fr. Niall Howard for his many visits to John, and his comforting words at John’s requiem mass. Always loved and sadly missed by Nuala, Jillian, Lorraine, James and Jonathan - their partners and our 8 wonderful grandchildren. Anniversary mass for John will take place at Church of the Resurrection on Sunday 13th September at 11 a.m.

To Maura Reen for her beautiful singing and music at the church, and to all those who participated in the funeral mass - we thank you. Thanks to Michael, Mary, Tim O’Shea and all the staff of O’Shea’s Funeral Directors for their respectful guidance and constant professionalism.

THANKSGIVING God of my life I welcome this new day, It’s Your gift to me, a new creation, a promise of resurrection. I thank You for the grace of being alive this morning, I thank You for the sleep that has refreshed me, I thank You for the chance to make a new beginning this day Lord is full of promise and opportunity, let me waste none of it, this day is full of mystery and the unknown, help me to face it without fear or anxiety. This day is blessed with beauty and adventure make me be fully alive to it all. During this day keep me thoughful, prayerful and kind, may I be courteous and helpful to others and not turned in, in myself, keep me from anyword or deed that would hurt, destroy or belittle and may the thoughts in my mind be pleasing in Your sight. When night comes again may I look back on this day with no grievance or bitterness in my heart and may no one be unhapy because of anything I have done or failed to do. Lord, bless this day for me and for everyone, make it a day in which we grow to have the mind of Christ your son, Lord Jesus Christ, friend and brother may we know You more clearly and love You more day by day. Amen. CD

NOVENA PRAYER TO ST. JUDE St. Jude, glorious Apostle, faithful servant and friend of Jesus! the name of the traitor has caused thee to be forgotten by many, but the Church honours and invokes thee universally as the patron of hopeless cases - of matters despaired of. Pray for me who is so miserable; make use, I implore thee, to bring visible and speedy help where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolations and succour of heaven in all my necessities, tribulations and sufferings, particularly (here make your request) and that I may bless your request God with thee and all the elect through eternity. I promise thee, O blessed Jude, to be ever mindful of this favour, and I will never cease to honour thee as m special and powerful patron and to all in my power to encourage devotion to thee Amen. St. Jude, pray for us and for all who invoke thy aid. St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! Pray for us, that we may appease the Divine Justice and obtain a favourable judgement, Pray for us that we may be admitted into the company of the blessed to rejoice in the presence of God forever Amen. Blessed Apostle, with confidence we invoke thee! Blessed Apostle, with confidence we invoke thee! Blessed Apostle with confidence we invoke thee! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! Pray for us that before death we may expiate all our sins by sincere repentance and the worthy reception of the Holy Sacrament. T.S .

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IN MEMORIAM 8TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

6TH ANNIVERSARY

22ND ANNIVERSARY

20TH ANNIVERSARY

WHITE

MURPHY

HEALY

In loving memory of William White, 8 Marian Tce, Killarney, who died on 12th September 1998.

In loving memory of my dear father John Murphy late of 2 Torc Terrace, Killarney who died on 15th September 2000.

In loving memory of Mary Healy 2 Monastery Gardens, Killarney, Co. Kerry Who died on the 13th September 2014.

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Thomas O’Sullivan late of Cockhill Kilcummin who died on the 13th of September 2012. Also a birthday remembrance of our loving mother Norann, whose birthday occured on the 5th of September. Dad and Mom, We miss ye every day, Ye were so precious and unique, A guiding light throughout our lives, Ye were our strength when we were weak. Happy memories flood our minds whenever we think of ye, But ye can never be replaced, That much is sadly true. The fact that ye’re no longer here still fills our hearts with pain, We wish we had just one last chance to talk with ye again.

Your life was love and labour, Your love for your family true, You did your best for all of us, We will always remember you. Dearly loved and missed by your daughters Kay and Vera, sons Billy, Tommy, Philip and Noel, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law and all the grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.

We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, All we have are memories And your picture in a frame.

9TH ANNIVERSARY

Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part, God has you in His keeping, We have you in our hearts.

O’BRIEN

We shall always remember the closeness that we had. We love you and miss ye so much. Deeply missed and always remembered by your children Miriam, Brendan, John, Annmaire, Tom, Joanna, Siobhan, Noel, Liz and Eddie. XXX Love and miss ye Nana & Granda Amy, Darragh, Kian, Adam, Kerri, Gavin, Evan, Robyn, Chloe, Tyler, Ella, Thomas and Ethan. XXXX Mass for Thomas & Noranne is on Sunday 13th September at 11:30 in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin.

8TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Tom O’Sullivan Cockhill Kilcummin who died on the 13th of September 2012. Also birthday remembrance for our sisterin-law Noranne O’Sullivan, whose birthday occurred on the 5th of September. Remember him with a smile today, He wasn’t one for tears, Reflect instead on memories, Of all the happy years. Recall to mind the way he spoke, And all the things he said, His strength, his wisdom, the way he was, Remember them instead. Sadly missed by Abbie, Mary, and Hannah, brothers Denis and John and their families.

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

IN MEMORIAM

We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new, We thought about you yesterday, And the days before that too,

No farewell words were spoken, No time to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it And only God knows why.

“No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you.” Always loved and remembered by your daughter Betty, son-in-law Jim and family. The Anniversary Mass to remember Mary and her husband Humphrey will be celebrated in St Mary’s Cathedral Killarney on Saturday 12th September at 6.15 pm.

16TH ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your daughter Karen and son-in-law Seamus. In loving memory of Sheila O’Brien late of Gortdromakerrie Muckross, Killarney who died on the 12th September 2011 Our hearts are full of memories, With pride we speak your name, Though life must go on without you, It will never be the same, Those special days will not return when we were all together, But the love and memories in our hearts, Will stay with us forever. Always loved and remembered by your sons and daughters, Donal, Florence, Timmy, Vincent, Padraig, Joan, Kathleen, Sheila, Marian, Eilish and extended family.

NOVENA TO THE HOLY SPIRIT O Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal. You gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things you have given me as you confirm once again that I never wanted to be separated from you in spite of all material illusions. I wish to be with you in Eternal Glory. Thank you for mercy towards me and mine. This prayer must be said for three days, after three days the favour will be granted. FM

Anniversary Mass in St. Mary’s Cathedral on Monday 14th September at 6.15pm. In Loving Memory of William O’Connor 7 New Road, Killarney who died on the 8th of September 2004

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

O Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal. You gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things you have given me as you confirm once again that I never wanted to be separated from you in spite of all material illusions. I wish to be with you in Eternal Glory. Thank you for mercy towards me and mine. This prayer must be said for three days, after three days the favour will be granted. MM

Fondly remembered by your loving son John, Sheilagh, Marc, Melissa and brother-in-law Séan.

5TH ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR

THANKSGIVING NOVENA TO THE HOLY SPIRIT

From sunrise to sunset, Every moment would have been more wonderful, If you were with us today. Your memories will never be forgotten.

A NOVENA In Need: This Novena will not fail you in need of a special favour. If said on three consecutive days and publication is promised immediately. O Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so we can attain our goal. You gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against us and, that in all instances of our lives, You are with us. I want in this short prayer to thank You for all things, as You confirm once again that I never want to be separated from You, even in spite of all material illusions. I wish to be with You in eternal glory. Thank You for Your mercy towards me and mine. Amen. O Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and Holy Spirit, and all Angels and Saints, I place my trust in you. Prayer must be published. MM

In loving memory of Steve O’Connor late of Alohert, Beaufort who passed away on the 12th of September 2015 You always had a smile to share Time to give and time to care A loving nature, a heart of gold One of the best this world could hold Never selfish, always kind These are the memories you left behind. Always remembered by your loving brother Donal, Sheila and family xxx

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

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IN MEMORIAM

11.9.2020

31ST ANNIVERSARY

5TH ANNIVERSARY

O’DONOGHUE

MCCARTHY

In loving memory of Denis O’Donoghue late of Upper Sunny Hill, Killarney who died on the 16th September 1989 R.I.P.

In loving memory of Seani McCarthy late of Knockeenduve and Marian Tce, Killarney, who died on the 13th September 2015

In loving memory of Seani McCarthy late of Knockeenduve and 6 Marian Tce, Killarney who died on September 13th, 2015

Those we love remain with us, For love itself lives on, And cherished memories never fade, Because a loved one’s gone.

Each life touches this world in a way no others can, leaving not only wonderful memories but lasting imprints in our hearts.

Just a prayer from those who love you, Just a memory ever true, In our hearts you will live forever, Because we thought the world of you.

Treasured memories of our beloved brother and uncle Seaní McCarthy late of Knockeenduve & Marian Place, Killarney who died on the 13th of September 2015

Down the path of memories, We gently tread today, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, As life goes on it’s way.

Forever loved Your wife Margaret

Sadly missed by you niece Paula and Mark.

Anniversary mass Tuesday 15th September at 6.15pm in St.Mary’s Cathedral.

Always remembered by his wife Sheila, son Trevor, daughter Lorraine, grandchildren and extended families.

5TH ANNIVERSARY MCCARTHY

The tide recedes but leaves behind, Bright seashells on the sand, The sun goes down, but gentle warmth still lingers on the land. The music stops and yet it echoes on in sweet refrains... For every joy that passes, Something beautiful remains. Remembered with love Kathleen, Laura and Niall xxx

5TH ANNIVERSARY 13TH ANNIVERSARY

MCCARTHY

5TH ANNIVERSARY

KENNEDY

MC CARTHY Treasured memories of Seaní Mc Carthy who died on the 13th of Sept 2015

In loving memory of Paul Kennedy late of Deelish Park, Beaufort who died on the 16th September 2007 In God’s care you rest above, In our hearts you rest with love, Never more than a thought away, Loved and remembered every day. Sadly missed by your parents Maureen and Fred; sister Sonia, brother-in-law Dave and family; and brother Trevor, sister in law Ursula and family.

MIRACLE PRAYER

In loving memory of Seani McCarthy Knockeendubh, Killarney who died on the 13th of September 2015 Sometimes it seems a lifetime, Sometimes it seems a day, But in our hearts and in our minds, You are never far away. You always had a smile to share, A laugh, a joke, a time to care, Each of us in our own way, Have special thoughts of you today. Sadly missed, remembered always, by your sister Anna, Charles, Jackie, Fay and Mark.

5TH ANNIVERSARY SEANI MCCARTHY

We remember everything about you Your voice, your smile The way you walked, the way you talked The look you could throw that could mean so much We remember the words you said to us Some funny, some kind, some wise All of the things you did for us, We see now with different eyes You are gone from us now But death can never take away Your memory residing within our hearts Lighting up our even our darkest day Loved and missed every day Patricia, Iain and Alan.

5TH ANNIVERSARY MCCARTHY

In loving Memory of our wonderful uncle Seani McCarthy late of 6 Marian Tce. and Knockeenduve, Tralee Road, Killarney whose 5th anniversary occurs on 13th September 2020 May you always walk in sunshine and God’s love around you flow. For the happiness you gave us no one will ever know It broke our hearts to lose you but you did not go alone. A part of us went with you the day God called you home. We hold you close within our hearts and there you shall remain. To walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again. You are always in our hearts, Nicole, Paul, Elliot and Eliza x

NOVENA TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Treasured memories of my brother Seani McCarthy late of Knockeenduve and 6 Marian Place, Killarney, Co. Kerry who left this life on 13th September 2015

In loving memory of Seani McCarthy late of Knockeenduve and 6 Marian Terrace, Killarney who died on September 13th, 2015

Time passes, memories stay, Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day. In God’s care we rest above, In our hearts you rest with love.

Life is not measured By the years that we live But by the happiness you gave And the things that you did A wonderful nature, warm and true We will always love and remember you

Sadly and forever missed by your sister Geraldine and family.

Very much missed by Paul & Eileen.

JESUS

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

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

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

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

IN MEMORIAM

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| By Adam Moynihan

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Kenmare gunning for first senior title as Kilcummin try to avoid trap door SENIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL ___________________________________________________________________________________

Kenmare Shamrocks v Austin Stacks SUNDAY AT 3.30PM FITZGERALD STADIUM

Kenmare and Stacks have been involved in two of the games of the year so far (both, funnily enough, were against Dr Crokes) and there could well be another cracker in store in this senior club decider on Sunday. Injuries are a concern for Shamrocks. Dan McCarthy was a revelation in the group phase but he missed Rounds 1 and 2 of the Kerry SFC after sustaining a significant injury while hurling. Seán O’Shea picked up an apparent dead leg against Shannon Rangers in the first round of the County Championship and although he played against Mid Kerry in Round 2, his right quad was heavily strapped and he didn’t seem to be operating at 100%. Kenmare will be sweating on his status ahead of the final. They have shown us that they’re far more than just a oneman team but a fully fit Seán O’Shea can be a complete game-changer. When Stacks have been good this year, they’ve been very good. They were terrific against Legion and they staged

| Verdict: Austin Stacks by one.

an incredible fightback against Crokes, even if the latter showing ultimately ended in disappointment. It’s difficult to predict how they’re going to line out against Kenmare. Their team has been quite fluid, especially in the forwards where important players like Darragh O’Brien and Shane O’Callaghan have dipped in and out of the starting line-up. The big question for Wayne Quillinan is what to do with Seán Quilter. The burly target man was sensational off the bench against Crokes, kicking five points at vital stages of the game. Quilter had a quiet enough group phase but now he has surely put his hand up for a starting berth. Joe O’Connor and Brendan O’Sullivan have been very impressive in the middle for Stacks and their battle with Kenmare’s O’Sullivans will have a massive bearing on the game. It’s hard to see either team tearing away with this match. It could go right down to the wire.

After a brief hiatus to sort out the small matter of the opening rounds of the County Championship, the Kerry Senior Club Championship is back this Sunday and it promises to be a huge day of high drama for all four clubs still involved. Will Kenmare capitilise on their remarkable campaign to date and prevail in the final, or will the holders, Austin Stacks, retain their title? Will the newcomers, Templenoe, have a second year of senior football to look forward to, or will Kilcummin escape by the skin of their teeth for the second year on the bounce? All will be decided by a mouthwatering double-header at the Fitzgerald Stadium in Killarney. These matches will be played behind closed doors in line with government restrictions but thankfully they will both be streamed live by Kerry GAA.

SENIOR CLUB RELEGATION PLAYOFF ___________________________________________________________________________________

Kilcummin v Templenoe SUNDAY AT 1.30PM FITZGERALD STADIUM

Avoiding relegation back down to Intermediate would have been the goal for both of these clubs heading into the 2020 season and the good news is that it’s still in their own hands. The bad news, of course, is that they can’t both stay up. Kilcummin will, as always, scrap for their lives and they have the forwards to pose Templenoe problems, but you would have to worry for them after

| Verdict: Templenoe by two.

that recent result, and performance, against Mid Kerry. On the one hand, they’re unlikely to play as poorly again. On the other, it may have left a significant dent in their confidence. Templenoe, meanwhile, have more of a spring in their step after they exceeded expectations in the County Championship. That could prove to be the difference on Sunday.

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Fantasy champ to be crowned

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Relegation playoff could prove crucial

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KEYMAN: Killian Spillane of Templenoe.

Crowley of Kenmare in pole position

The winner of the inaugural Killarney Advertiser Fantasy Club game in association with Gaelic Plus will be crowned on Sunday and things are looking good for runaway leader John Crowley, who has built up a commanding lead heading into the final round of fixtures. Kenmare native Crowley is currently 65 points clear of Philip O’Connor of Dr Crokes, with Graham O’Connor of Castleisland close behind in third. Things are tight enough thereafter with just 31 points separating DJ Murphy of Gneeveguilla (fourth) and Conor Healy of Rathmore (tenth). Among the chasing pack is Killarney Legion and Kerry star James O’Donoghue and he has a decent chance of finishing amongst the prizes. He finds himself in sixth place, 27 points off a top three finish. Dr Crokes are the best represented club in the top 20 (eight managers) followed by Legion (three) and Gneeveguilla (two). The third place finisher in the Killarney Advertiser Fantasy Club game will win a Gaelic Plus-branded hoodie, training jersey and leisure shorts; the runner-up will win 20 pairs of club-crested football gloves; and the overall winner gets the grand prize, a brand new set of jerseys for his or her GAA club.

DAN MCCARTHY

In terms of fantasy picks, there’s no denying who the star of the show has been so far. Dan McCarthy of Kenmare Shamrocks has been the main man for many of the top managers in the league, mainly because he was listed as a back but has lined out in the forwards. This has resulted in a huge points tally for the Shamrocks man, most notably in Round 3 when he kicked 1-4 from play against Dr Crokes (56 points). The bad news for John Crowley and Philip O’Connor is that McCarthy sustained a significant injury while hurling and he played no part in Kenmare’s Kerry Senior Football Championship campaign. This may present an opportunity to the few players in the top 10 who do not have McCarthy on their teams; if one of their backs can manage to post a big score on Sunday, they could sneak back into contention.

LOWER

Of course, managers’ totals will be lower this weekend than they were in previous rounds as players from Dr Crokes, Rahilly’s, Dingle and Killarney Legion are no longer involved. Now, only players from the finalists (Kenmare and Austin Stacks) and the teams lining out in the relegation playoff (Kilcummin and Templenoe) can score. The number of active players each man-

ager has will be crucial. The leader, for example, has lost eight of his 15 players, but the majority of the top 10 have lost even more. Some managers only have four players remaining, which will naturally affect their chances of moving up the leaderboard. Lower placed managers who thought ahead and selected multiple players from Templenoe and Kilcummin (anticipating that they might get an extra

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match via the relegation playoff) will be rewarded on Sunday, but it remains to be seen if it will be a case of too little, too late. Kilcummin’s Noel Duggan has been a consistent fantasy performer thus far and he could be one to look out for this weekend. For Templenoe, key forward Killian Spillane is always capable of registering a high score. Best of luck to all of our competitors in the final game week of the season.

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Clifford fails in bid to have red overturned East Kerry star to miss tonight’s county semi-final after suspension upheld at Wednesday hearing

KERRY SFC SEMI-FINAL _________________________________________________________

Tony Brosnan out for season with punctured lung

KERRY SFC SEMI-FINAL _________________________________________________________

East Kerry v St Brendan’s TONIGHT (FRIDAY) AT 7.30PM

AUSTIN STACK PARK (LIVE ON TG4)

Dr Crokes v Mid Kerry SATURDAY AT 7PM AUSTIN STACK PARK (LIVE ON KERRY GAA)

| By Adam Moynihan

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Adam Moynihan previews this weekend's semi-final match-ups in the Kerry Senior Football Championship East Kerry forward David Clifford is out of this evening’s Kerry Senior Football Championship semi-final versus St Brendan’s after his onematch suspension was upheld at a disciplinary hearing on Wednesday night. The Fossa man had hoped that the red card he picked up in the closing stages of the quarter-final clash against St Kieran’s would be rescinded on appeal. However, after reviewing the available evidence, the County Board backed referee Jonathan Griffin’s initial decision to send Clifford off for striking/attempting to strike with the leg. This infringement carries an automatic one-game ban so if the defending champions are to navigate the challenge of St Brendan’s, they will have to do it without the services of their best player. Clifford is naturally a massive loss. The Kerry captain was hugely influential in 2019 as East Kerry bridged a 20-year gap to raise the Bishop Moynihan trophy, perhaps most notably in the semi-final against tonight’s opponents when he kicked 0-9. East Kerry’s talisman was the difference-maker that day last October, scoring seven marvelous points from play as Jerry O’Sullivan’s side ran out four-point winners. His absence this time out will naturally come as a significant boost to St Brendan’s morale but if there’s anything East Kerry aren’t lacking, it’s strength in depth. With Darragh Roche, Evan Cronin and Paudie Clifford all capable of finding the target, Brendan’s will still have their hands full in Austin Stack Park this evening. And the divisional side from Tralee and its environs have plenty to offer going forward themselves. Midfielders Jack Barry and Diarmuid O’Connor both goaled in their last outing so Shane Cronin and Ronan Buckley will need to be on their toes, and up front, free-scoring full forward

Ivan Parker from Churchill can be a real Brosnan had been playing great football tre back and captain Gavin White who menace on his day. and the news comes as a crushing blow scored a goal after coming on at half-time Jinky corner forward Alan O’Donoghue to Dr Crokes’ championship prospects. against Templenoe. also impressed in the quarters and stylish “He is a massive loss to us,” Dr Crokes Mid Kerry have been the surprise packgoalkeeper Eoghan O’Brien is well capa- chairman Patrick O’Sullivan told the Irish age of the championship to date and ble of slotting 45s and long range frees Examiner. “Everyone in the club wishes after fine victories over Kilcummin and when called upon. him the very best and a speedy recovery, Kenmare, they certainly have a nice but There is a strong feeling that St Brendan’s but there’s no doubt it’s a huge blow for of momentum on their side. are a team on the up and with inter- him and us as Tony has been in devastat- With experienced defenders Pa Kilkenny county calibre players like Clifford and ing form.” and Peter Crowley holding down the fort Liam Kearney unavailable for East Kerry, Edmund O’Sullivan will now call on the and skilful forwards Fiachra Clifford, Liam Séamus Murphy’s side will surely attack likes of Kieran O’Leary, Chris Doncel and Carey and the excellent Gavan O’Grady this fixture with confidence. David Shaw to do the damage close to looking dangerous in attack, the diviHaving said that, East Kerry have a ri- goal. It will take a big team effort to pros- sional outfit have the tools to cause the diculously strong squad and if any club/ per without the services of their scorer in Crokes headaches all over the pitch. divisional team can cope with losing the chief. Even without Brosnan, Crokes will be best forward in the country, it’s them. The form of Brian Looney and Gavin favourites but don’t be surprised if Mid Verdict: East Kerry by two O’Shea has been a bonus for the Crokes, Kerry push them all the way. Verdict: Dr As if it wasn’t bad enough that we won’t as has the return from injury of cen- Crokes by one. get to see David Clifford in action this weekend, the tournament’s top scorer is also out of contention. Dr Crokes marksman Tony Brosnan was hospitalised this week after suffering a punctured lung in a training session last Friday night. It is believed that the severity of the injury was not immediately understood – in fact, Brosnan did not know how the freak injury had happened when he sought medical attention – but it turned out to be quite serious and he will now be unavailable to Dr Crokes, and Kerry, for the rest of the season. FLASHBACK: Kieran O'Leary of Dr Crokes tussles with Donnchadh Walsh of Mid Kerry when the sides met in the 2011 County Final. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile. TOP SCORERS

Clifford’s absence will naturally come as a major blow but if there’s anything East Kerry aren’t lacking, it’s strength in depth.

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Tony Brosnan Gavan O’Grady Ivan Parker Paul O’Connor Killian Spillane Eddie Horan David Clifford Darragh Roche Paul Walsh Liam Carey

Dr Crokes Mid Kerry St Brendan’s Kenmare Templenoe St Kieran’s East Kerry East Kerry St Kieran’s Mid Kerry

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Victory for Celtic in league final Victory for Celtic in league final Hoops beat old rivals Athletic to secure three-in-a-row

KERRY PREMIER A LEAGUE FINAL ___________________________________________________________________________________

Killarney Celtic

Two goals either side of half-time proved crucial as Killarney Celtic overcame neighbours Killarney Athletic to win the Denny Premier A league final on Sunday. Athletic were considered rank outsiders for this one but they succeeded in frustrating their rivals for the majority of the first period before a goal from a set piece eventually broke their resolve. The Celts notched a killer second within minutes of the restart and goals three and four added some gloss to the score-

line as they secured their third league title on the bounce. With the finals of the Greyhound Bar KO Cup and the League Cup still to play it’s shaping up to be a fruitful end to the season for the club from Derreen.

DIG IN Killarney Athletic coaches Stuart Templeman and Brendan Moloney set their side up to dig in and those tactics were working quite well until Stevie O’Ma-

4 | Killarney Athletic 0

MOUNTHAWK PARK, TRALEE

honey rose highest at the back post to nod home a powerful header in the 38th minute. The goal came at a great time for Celtic, who had been bossing the possession stats without creating as many clear-cut opportunities as manager Brian Spillane would have liked.

TEAM: The Killarney Celtic senior team who won the league on Sunday. Back: Darragh Lowth, Gary Keane, Roy Kelliher, Matt Keane, Stevie O'Mahoney, Shane Lowth. Front: Kevin O'Sullivan, Adam O'Rourke, Cathal O'Shea. Stephen McCarthy, Lee Downing.

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At 1-0, Athletic were still very much in contention but conceding a second immediately after the interval came as a crushing a blow, especially considering the unfortunate manner in which it came about. As Blues midfielder Jack Cooper went to tackle Celtic winger Shane Lowth near the edge of the penalty area, he was inadvertently obstructed by the referee, which allowed Lowth to advance unchallenged and fire a fine shot beyond the reach of Gary Sugrue in the Athletic goal. It was a freak incident and one that left the Killarney Athletic players exasperated but technically no laws had been broken so the referee was left with no other choice but to award the goal. With their hardworking midfield triumvirate of Donal Kelliher, Tadhg Doolan and Jack Cooper leading the way, the team from Woodlawn never gave up and halftime substitute Shane Lynch came close

to pulling one back around the hour mark. Unfortunately for him, his low shot went wide via the left-hand upright and his Celtic counterpart Ryan Kelliher sealed the result in the 70th minute when he rounded the keeper before rolling the ball into the empty goal. Kelliher doubled his personal tally late on by capitalising on a defensive error as Celtic capped their 2020/21 league campaign with a 4-0 win over the old enemy. The final score was perhaps a little harsh on this young Athletic team, although there was no denying that Celtic were the better side on the day and were fully deserving of their victory. The sides will meet again this coming Sunday in the final of the prestigious Greyhound Bar KO Cup. Kick-off in Tralee is at the later than usual time of 5.30pm. KILLARNEY CELTIC: Roy Kelliher; Adam O’Rourke, Stevie O’Mahoney, Gary Keane, Kevin O’Sullivan; Matt Keane, Cathal O’Shea, Lee Downing; Darragh Lowth, Stephen McCarthy, Shane Lowth. Subs: Wayne Sparling, Ryan Kelliher, Liam Spillane, Conor McCarthy, Jamie O’Sullivan. KILLARNEY ATHLETIC: Gary Sugrue; Aydan Mulvaney, Shane Lyne, Shane Doolan, Cillian Hickey; Donal Kelliher, Tadhg Doolan, Jack Cooper; Ian Prendergast, Shane Bunyan, Adam Moynihan. Subs: Shane Lynch, Matt Fleming, Jordan Reyes, Conor Farrell, Joe Rudden.

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MEK celebrate finest year to date

| By Eamonn Fitzgerald

Eamonn Fitzgerald charts the rise of MEK Galaxy, a club formed to cater for the young soccer players of Mid and East Kerry In a recent issue of On the Ball I wrote about the development of soccer in the Killarney area. It was often a struggle to get started due to the intransigence of a small few diehard GAA stalwarts, upholding Rule 27 of the GAA, or The Ban, as it was better known. This was particularly true for Killarney Athletic, who met stubborn resistance and almost caused the transfer of a young guard from Killarney to a North Kerry station. A timely and correct intervention saved the day and Killarney Athletic got going. Other clubs got underway such as Killarney Celtic. What an outstanding achieve-

ment by them in recent weeks winning a national title in style. I am delighted to hear that the club is to get a civic reception from the local town council. And so they should; the town council did likewise for Dr Crokes when they won their first All-Ireland Club title in 1992. Other clubs such as Mastergeeha, Ballyhar Dynamos and Fossa also flourished. MEK GALAXY The most recent soccer club to get going is MEK Galaxy (Mid & East Kerry). MEK merged with Cedar Galaxy so that together they they can provide games from juvenile right through to senior level. MEK was founded in 2014 and it plays out of the community field in Fossa, primarily to give youngsters of Fossa, Beaufort and Milltown a chance to play soccer. That is a nice link with Fossa AFC, which no longer functions. That club spawned out of a bunch of workmates from Liebherr led by

WINNERS: The MEK Galaxy U13 team who won the Division 2 South title. Front: Eanna Murphy, Ryan Carey (Capt), Jamie Vousden (POTY), Jamie Daly, Patrick O’Neill. Middle: Coleman Courtney, Liam Casey, Ryan Whealan, Conor Tagney, Sam Clerkin, Calum Smith. Back: Gerard Looney (Coach), Noah O’Shea, Tom O’Dowd, Corey Campion, Ethan Whitely, Darragh Kavanagh, Adam Malone and Shane Coffey (Coach).

the indefatigable Alex Rintoul RIP. They had some very successful years. COMPETENT Ger Looney played with Fossa AFC and was also a very competent net minder for Killarney Athletic during his playing days. He is very involved with MEK Galaxy.

Kerry Schoolboys Division 2 (South), pictured on this page with their coaches, Ger Looney and Shane Coffey, who also played in the past with Fossa AFC. The MEK Galaxy senior B team have also just won the Division 2B of the Kerry District League.

“Now we have players from all over East and Mid Kerry,” he says. “We are growing quickly and the club hosts 12 underage boys teams from U10 to U17 and girls teams from U11 to U15, as well as academy teams for girls and boys under 10.

PLANS Plans for the future include purchasing a pitch of their own to call home base, increase membership and continue to offer a friendly and inclusive club for all. If anyone is interested in joining the club as a coach or player in any age group, or just want to come along and have a look, contact Pa Murphy on 087 7943220 or Liam Healy on 087 7639611 for a friendly reception and a ‘céad mile fáilte’.

“In 2019 MEK Utd and Cedar Galaxy combined to create MEK Galaxy. This ensures that young players can continue to play with the club to senior level. We have also started a Women’s Recreational Club.” 2020 was their most successful year to date. They secured the first underage trophy for the club with winning the U13

We wish them well and I am delighted to see such effort put in to provide meaningful recreation for all, especially in the ongoing fallout from COVID-19.

We are growing quickly - the club hosts 12 underage boys teams GER LOONEY – MEK GALAXY from U10 to U17 and girls teams from U11 to U15.

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Nagle and Breen make history in Estonia Paul Nagle and Craig Breen made Irish motorsport history on last weekend’s Rally Estonia. Their second place on the new 2020 World Rally Championship event is the best ever result for an all Republic of Ireland crew at WRC level. Breen finished second on Rally Sweden in 2018 but with Britain’s Scott Martin co-driving and Nagle’s five WRC wins were alongside Kris Meeke who races under a Motorsport UK licence.

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Flying: Craig Breen and Paul Nagle jump their way to second overall on Rally Estonia. Photo: Hyundai Motorsport Media

Both Breen and Nagle are Motorsport Ireland licence holders and their result on the Estonian rally is best ever for an Irish team. The Hyundai Motorsport World Rally crew finished behind defending World Champion and teammate Ott Tanak and ahead of six-time champion Toyota’s Sebastien Ogier. “It was a big and very important result. A near-perfect weekend,” said Nagle.

“We were in good company all weekend with World Champions about.”

ly already begun on the set piece with a well organised line-out delivering a range of attacking options and spoiling opposition ball in defence, even with a shuffled pack at half time. Whilst there’s still room to improve the scrummage, debutant prop Colin McCarthy handled himself well, showing

Overall though, it was the positive attitude and team effort that won the day as Killarney prevailed with plenty to spare. “It’s a solid start but we’re under no illusions, it’s going to be a long season ahead,” team captain Damien O’Caroll said. “I’m really proud of the lads, in

GALWAY RACES Gneeveguilla driver Denis Nagle took part in the Rally sport Association’s sprint at Tynagh Raceway in County Galway over the weekend. The Nissan Micra driver finished second in his class in what was his first outing of the year.

RUGBY

Killarney post big score in Round 1 Following a tough pre-season regime, Killarney RFC seniors’ McElligott Cup first round fixture on a well presented pitch at Aghadoe was a welcome sight in current circumstances, albeit in front of notably sparse sidelines. With COVID-19 measures in place, Killarney and Castleisland kicked off the 2020/21 season as both teams headed for unchartered territory. For Killarney, with a new coaching group at the helm, it was a chance to see if pre-season preparations could be put into practice. Credit to the visitors who stuck to the task for the full 80 minutes, but as the evening unfolded, it was the hosts who made the most of their dominant possession, using powerful, well-supported line breaks with ball in hand to put a large number of points on the board. At the other end, Island slotted some penalty kicks to add to their tally, however, with new emphasis on the breakdown now, Killarney will want to ensure those penalties are minimised in future endeavours. Work has clear-

RESULT: The Killarney RFC seniors who had a comprehensive cup victory over Castleisland.

great versatility and team spirit to also fill in at hooker. In fact, he ended the game in the centre, capping a fine performance with a well-taken try in the last move of the match. Brendan Fuller also made a positive influence on proceedings, not only kicking well off the tee but also forming part of a strong back three, all of whom enjoyed attacking returns. A special mention must go to the referee too, who communicated with both sides effectively throughout.

particular those who made their full debut for the seniors today, but we need to be consistent over the entire campaign. “Our thanks to Castleisland, especially for taking the COVID restrictions seriously. We wish them all the best for the upcoming season.” Socially distant training will continue for Killarney on Mondays at 7.30pm and Thursdays at 8pm in Aghadoe. New players always welcome.

Top-flight English football makes its return tomorrow afternoon and with it comes the hugely popular Fantasy Premier League game. Last week the team at the Killarney Advertiser confirmed that we will once again be running our own fantasy league and the good news is that there’s still time to enter. Simply visit fantasy.premierleague.com or download the FPL app, select your team and join the biggest league in Kerry by using the entry code 7pwwg6. Once again the league has simply been renewed from last year, so for last season’s participants all you have to do is pick your players. You will then be automatically entered into the Killarney Advertiser League for the forthcoming campaign. The deadline for picking your team is tomorrow (Saturday) at 11am.

RULES

For those unfamiliar with how the game works, here are some of the basic rules: Managers have a budget of £100m to spend on an initial squad of 15 players. A squad consists of two goalkeepers, five defenders, five midfielders and three forwards. A maximum of three players can be chosen from any one Premier League club. Managers must choose a starting 11 from their 15-man squad before each Gameweek deadline. 0 Points are awarded to players for goals, assists, saves and clean sheets. Players can also earn additional bonus points if they are among the top performers in the Bonus Points System (BPS) in a match.

FREE

Last season over 900 players took part in the free-to-enter Killarney Advertiser League and with more fantastic prizes on offer courtesy of our sponsors Brian James, we are hoping to attract even more participants for the 2020/21 season. A €50 voucher will be awarded every month to the highest-scoring manager and the overall winner next May will collect the grand prize of a voucher for €250. We wish all of our participants the best of luck.

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11.9.2020 SPORT NOTES Killarney Celtic

RESULTS: Premier A Final - Killarney Celtic 4 Killarney Athletic 0 (Ryan Kelliher 2, Stephen O’Mahoney, Shane Lowth). Jimmy Falvey Memorial Cup – Killarney Celtic 8 Dingle Bay Rovers 2 (Terry Sparling 3, Dylan Callaghan 3, Evan Looney, Erin Moloney). GOLF: Many thanks to the team sponsors and tee box sponsors for their support of our golf classic. Many thanks to our hosts Beaufort Golf Club and to the organising committee for ensuring that everything ran smoothly. LOTTO: Next jackpot €16,000. Tickets available from club members, Hegarty’s Park Rd, The Dungeon, Killarney Outlet Centre and online at clubforce.com.

MEK Galaxy

TRAINING TIMES: Boys U8s & 7s (2013s & 14s) – Every Saturday 11-12pm (Fos), U9s (2012s) – Every Saturday 10-11am (Fos), U10s (2011s)- Every Saturday 10-11am (Fah), U13s (2008s) – Every Monday 4.30-6pm (LP), U14s (2007s) – Every Tuesday 6-7pm (LP), U15s (2006s) – Every Tuesday – 7-8pm (Fah). Girls: U10s & U12s – Every Monday 6-7pm (Fah), U13s (2008) – Every Monday 5.45-7pm (LP), U15s (2006) – Every Wednesday 5.45-7pm (LP). Seniors: Tuesdays & Fridays – 7.30-9pm (LP). Lackabane Pitch (LP), Fossa Astro (Fos) and Faha Astro (Fah). As always, new players are welcome. Other age groups will be restarting training over the coming weeks. More training news to follow. GALAXY WFC: MEK senior women’s recreational soccer programme is starting Wednesday, September 16 in Faha astro pitch from 7-8pm. Fun and football is the goal. All abilities and experience levels welcome. Contact Pa on 087 7943220 for more info. CLUB FUNDRAISER: Can you talk the talk? MEK are running a Last Man Standing competition. With a cash prize for the winner and some great mystery prizes, it’s definitely worth €10. Detail are on FB so check it out. COACHES WANTED: If anyone is interested in delving into the world of coaching, make sure you give us a call. We cater for all ages and a fantastic family club to be a part of. Contact Pa on 087 7943220 for more information.

Mastergeeha

CONGRATULATIONS: Congratulations to Mastergeeha seniors in winning the Division 2A final on Friday night. Winning by 3-1 with goals from Mike Baker and Philip O'Leary scoring 2. LOTTO: Next draw today (Friday). Jackpot €3,800. Tickets available from our usual outlets/sellers and online from mastergeeha.com/lotto. TRAINING: Our U11 to U17 teams are starting to resume training again. Team managers may have been in contact with existing members and new players are welcome to join. For information, please contact 086 4098405. More details to follow for our academy U5 to U10 in the coming weeks.

Killarney Legion GAA

FIXTURES: Juniors - Spa v Killarney Legion (Friday at 6.30pm). RESULTS: Junior County League - Legion 1-12 Beaufort 0-8. Minor County League - Killarney Legion 1-9 Dr Crokes 1-9. MINOR LADIES: Our very brave minors had their last county game in Fossa where after a great battle both teams

shared the spoils which was a good end to hard County League campaign. Well done to the management and girls. U8/U10 GIRLS: Our girls welcomed Fossa on Saturday. A super morning of fun and games was had with some great skills on show by both sides. Thanks to Fossa for coming to visit us and for everyone abiding by the COVID-19 guidelines. JOANNE DOWNEY GOLF CLASSIC: We would urge all our members to support this worthy cause being held at Beaufort Golf Club on September 25 and 26. Please contact Tommy Galvin on 086 3171312 for further details. ACADEMY: The Juvenile Academy continues every Saturday morning. All Safe Return to Play protocols in place. See you Saturday 10.30am. New members welcome. CLUB MERCHANDISE: The club shop is open every Saturday morning from 10.30-11.30am. New stock available in all sizes. GET WELL: Best wishes to Micheál Devlin who picked up an injury with the seniors. Wishing you a speedy recovery. LOTTO: Jackpot €6,000 plus bonus €10,000. Draw next Sunday at 9pm in Murphy’s Bar.

Spa GAA

FIXTURES: September 11: Co Championship semi-final - East Kerry v St Brendans (7.30pm on TG4); September 13: U12 Co League - Spa v Firies (6pm home); September 19/20: Intermediate QF - Spa v Laune Rangers (provisional). EXAM RESULTS: Well done to all students who received their Exam Results this week. JUVENILE ACADEMY every Saturday morning at 10am for boys and girls ages 3 to 10. New members are always welcome! Any queries contact Coiste na nOg Secretary Andrew on 0871385612. CONGRATULATIONS to Spa’s Michael Horgan and Rory Waters with the Dr Crokes hurlers on their Co Intermediate semi-final win on Friday night. CONGRATULTIONS TO EAST KERRY the 2020 Minor Co Champions, especially Spa players Rian O’Neill and Roiri O’Connor. LOTTO: Next week’s jackpot is €5,600 and tickets online on spagaa.com or available to purchase at the clubhouse during the Saturday Academy from 1011am. MERCHANDISE SHOP open Saturdays 10am–11am. Any enquiries contact Mathilda on 0876487356. SENIOR LADIES: Well done to our senior ladies who, following a win away to Scartaglen on Monday night by 5-9 to 2-4, are now into the Intermediate Championship semi-finals. ITEMS FOR NOTES: Contact pro.spa.kerry@gaa.ie or 0851216359 before 8pm on Sundays.

Dr Crokes GAA

RESULTS: Intermediate Hurling SF - Dr Crokes 4-13 Kilmoyley B 2-11. Minor County League - Killarney Legion 1-9 Dr Crokes 1-9. LADIES: Dr Crokes ladies had a tremendous week on the playing fields this week, with our senior team leading by example with an emphatic win over Killarney Legion on Monday evening last on a scoreline of Dr Crokes 2-20, Legion 2-5. This was the girls’ fifth consecutive win in the Junior A Championship. They face MKL Gaels in the last group game Monday, Sept 7 at home at 7pm but have already secured a home fixture for their semi-final on Monday week. Our

U12 girls were regraded after preliminary rounds and had a good win over MKL Gaels B at home in Group 4 of the South Kerry league. Siofra Randles and Sabra Hickey were outstanding in a competitive game. Final score was Dr Crokes 5-6 to MKL Gaels B 4-3. Our minor girls faced the challenge of Austin Stacks at home on Friday evening, who travelled to Lewis Road unbeaten in Div 3 of the County League. With Treasa O'Sullivan and Julie Delaney in fine form in midfield, and Ava Sheehan on point with her free-kicking, the girls ran out comfortable winners on a scoreline of 2-18 to 2-10. SYMPATHY to the Keogh family on the death of Kathleen (nee MacMonagle) whose five sons Seán, Don, Tim, Francis and Eamon all donned the Black and Amber. Ar dheis de ar a anam dilis.

Glenflesk GAA

MINOR COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP: East Kerry 1-17 St Brendan’s 3-8. SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP: Best wishes to East Kerry and our players taking part in the semi-final of the Senior Co. Championship against St Brendan’s Board on Friday, September 11 at 7.30pm in Austin Stack Park. This game is being shown live on TG4. Glenflesk players: Darragh Roche, Chris O'Donoghue, Daniel O'Brien, Jeff O'Donoghue, Brian O'Donoghue, Shane Courtney, Patrick Darcy and Marc Kelliher. LOTTO: Next draw will take place in Glenflesk Hall on Sept 14. Jackpot will be €3,400. Thank you to all who support our lotto and thanks to our lotto sellers and committee.

Fossa GAA

FIXTURES: Junior Premier - Fossa 2-10 Skellig Rangers 0-8. Minor League Rd 3 Fossa 0-17 Kilcummin 1-12. Senior Ladies - Fossa 3-11 Abbeydorney 2-14. U16 Girls - Fossa 7-10 Castleisland Desmonds 7-12. Juniors - Fossa 1-12 Firies 1-15. U12 Boys Team 1: Fossa 5-17 Rathmore 5-18. Team 2: Fossa 5-12 Rathmore 1-06. MINOR LADIES: The Fossa/Glenflesk minor team finished their Div 2 County League campaign with a draw against Killarney Legion. GIRLS: Well done to our U12 girls on their win in the 1st round of Division 1 of the South Kerry County League. Our U14 Girls had a fantastic win over Na Gaeil last Sunday. EAST KERRY: Well done East Kerry minors, 5 in a row. Very proud of Willie and the nine Fossa lads. Best of Luck to the East Kerry seniors in their county championship semifinal this Friday night especially to Paudie and David Clifford. LOTTO: This week’s jackpot is €8,700.

Firies GAA

COISTE NA NOG: Training continues on to the pitch in Farranfore with U6 and U8 boys and girls & U10 boys on Saturday. All players are reminded to bring their own water bottles. Please note that it is now mandatory that all players of all codes MUST pay €2 for training. RETURN TO PLAY: The GAA Health Questionnaire must be filled out by all players (adult) and parents of players (Juvenile) prior to the first training session that you attend. MINOR BOYS FOOTBALL: Firies Minors played their last game for the year at the weekend and many thanks to all the players for their commitment through the year. LOTTO: Our club lotto hade a welcome return on Monday night. Thanks to everyone who purchased a ticket and don’t forget to get one for next week!

Jackpot €2,900. HURLING: Training continues in Farranfore on Thursdays from 7 to 8pm for U6 to U14. All new boys and girls are more than welcome to join, all hurling gear provided for newcomers. FIXTURES: Junior Football League Away v Cromane (Today at 7pm). U12 Boys Hurling - Home v South Kerry (Today at 6.30pm). Listry GAA GOLF CLASSIC: Our Annual Shane Courtney Memorial Golf Classic in aid of Listry GAA club takes place in Maine Valley Golf Club Killorglin on Saturday, September 12. As you can appreciate with our lotto suspended for the moment we are very much reliant on the golf classic to raise much needed funds for our club. Teams of 4 available at €120 each or individual players can play as part of a team for €30. Tee box sponsorships are also available at €50 each. We will also have a raffle on the day and any sponsorship towards this will be very much appreciated. Please contact Anthony Clifford 087 2215059 John Wrenn 087 1273702 Noel O’Sullivan 085 1743351. On the raffle we are delighted to announce three fantastic prizes along with many more smaller prizes; a specially commissioned professional painting of an aerial view of Killarney Golf Club, Listry jersey and a Kerry jersey both signed by the famous Ó Sé brothers of Kerry and An Ghaeltacht. The painting is kindly sponsored by the Sugrue family Lissivane and of course the jerseys by our own senior manager Marc Ó Sé. Huge thanks to both. Tickets will be available from committee members or contact above persons. LIVE STREAMING: Listry GAA would like to thank Charlie Coakley, Woodlands Equestrian Centre for kindly sponsoring the Minor Premier Championship match against Brosna last Sunday.

Kilcummin GAA

MINORS: Congrats and applause is due to our eight players and selector James Foley as part of the East Kerry team who captured the Minor Co Championship on Wednesday last after a thrilling extra-time victory over a gallant St Brendan’s team. The players involved were Dara O’Callaghan, Cian Foley, Colm Kelliher, Andrew Lowin, Cian Murphy, Jack McClain, Mark O’Shea and Adam O’Sullivan. RELEGATION PLAYOFF: Our seniors play Templenoe in a tie that will see the losers return to the Intermediate grade at 1.30pm in Fitzgerald Stadium this Sunday. Best of luck to our lads.

Beaufort GAA

MEMBERSHIP: Beaufort GAA Club membership is still open. Please contact Patie at 087 2515311 for details. The gym will open as soon as restrictions are lifted. FIXTURES: Minor Ladies away Austin Stacks (today). U12 Boys - two teams away Glenflesk (Sunday at 6pm). RESULTS: U12 Boys - Beaufort 5-18 Spa 2-12, U11 Boys - Beaufort 5-9 Spa 2-8, U12 Girls - Firies 2-9 Beaufort 5-13, Minor Ladies - Beaufort 1-3 ISG 1-11, Senior Ladies - Beaufort 3-7 S Gaels 3-5 HEALTHY CLUB 4: Beaufort will be taking part in Healthy Club 4 in late 2020/2021 and must complete an action plan of intended activities by the end of September. If you have any ideas, please contact the club at 087 9975737 or any committee member.

Muckross Rowing Club

BANTRY OFFSHORE REGATTA: Well

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done to our Masters Men crew of Noel Kelleher, Danny Lyne, Marko Tot, PJ Walsh and cox John Beazley on their race at the Bantry Offshore Regatta which was held on Saturday last. The Mens Quad race of 11 crews featured some stiff competition at senior level. Expertly navigated by John we hear! For this crew’s first race together, it was a much enjoyed outing with a 5th place finish in the field of 11. OFFSHORE CHAMPIONSHIPS: The successful staging of the regatta in Bantry now paves the way for the Irish Offshore Rowing Championships, scheduled for Portmagee on Saturday, September 26. END OF SEASON: At the end of our main season, our club activities are greatly reduced with the exception of offshore rowing for adult members. For those looking to try out rowing as beginners, watch this space over the weeks ahead for details of our new season kick-off. EUROPEAN U23 ROWING CHAMPIONSHIPS: Irish U23 rowers enjoyed great success at last weekend’s European Championships held in Duisburg, Germany. Seven of eight crews reached A finals. There was a total of five medals for Irelad, two gold, one silver and two bronze placing Ireland an impressive fifth out of 30 countries on the medals table. Gneeveguilla Athletic Club LOTTO: No winner of our lotto draw. Nmbers drawn were 8, 12, 14 and 23. Seller’s prize winner McCarthy’s Shop Gneeveguilla, €50 Y/T prize to Brian O’Connor Forge, €50 to Breeda Teahan O’Keeffes Shop, €40 each to Mary T McCarthy Gneeveguilla, Marie O’Mahoney Knockeenahone and Jimmy Pa Brosnan Mausrour. Bonus not won numbers drawn were 10, 12, 14 and 18. Next week’s jackpot is €12,000 plus €1,000 bonus.

Killarney Valley Athletic Club

CONGRATULATIONS to John O’Leary who finished 4th in the gruelling Kerry Way Ultra Nite from Waterville to Killarney in a time of 10hrs56mins which was a PB by 14 mins. Well done also to Michael Murphy who came 2nd in the 200m in the National Masters T&F Championships. JORDAN: Jordan Lee had a season’s best with a jump of 1.90m taking silver in the National Seniors/U23 T&F Championships while Sam Griffin competed in the Long Jump in his first National Seniors and while he was the youngest competitor on the runway, he finished 6th in U23. Well done to them. TRAINING: We hope to resume training soon on the field beside the playground as the Track is not completed yet. Training will be for existing members only because of Covid19 restrictions. Please keep an eye on your emails and also check our Facebook page for any updated information on training. Killarney Rugby MINIS RETURN: Our minis made a hugely anticipated return last Saturday at Aghadoe, in glorious sunshine. Proceeding kicked off at 10am as we staggered the starting and finishing times of our

11.9.2020 Minis based on age. Our U8 train from 10am to 11.30am, our U10's train between 10.15am and 11.45am while our U12s train between 10.30am and 12 midday. Our U12 girls also train at this time. We were delighted to welcome everyone back to Aghadoe after the enforced 6 month break due to the pandemic. Training continues every Saturday for children aged between 5 and 11. For further details contact our Minis Coordinator Liam Murphy on 087 4145662. GOLF CLASSIC: The KRFC Golf Classic is due to take place on Friday, September 18 next at Beaufort Golf Club. Tee times are available between 11am and 3.30pm and cost 200 for a team of 4. Tee box sponsorship also available. Contact any committee member to book a slot of give Club Chairman Ger Moynihan a shout on 087 1240365. MEMBERSHIP: Memberships are now due for the new season with a cut-off date of 30th of September. Download the Clubzap app to pay. Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies) RESULTS: Aug 30. Stableford on Killeen sponsored by Rozzers Restaurant at Killeen House Hotel. 1st Mary Leacy (19) 46, 2nd Lorna O’Leary (30) 40, BG Corrina Griffin (2) 33, 3rd Ciara O’Mahony (13) 39, 4th Sinead Galvin (19) 39, 5th Niamh Dinham (26) 38, 6th Mary A Cronin (17) 38. FIXTURES: Next Sunday’s competition is Stableford on Killeen sponsored by Visage. Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Men’s) RESULTS: Visage Single Stableford held Sunday, September 6 on Killeen Course. 1st Sinead Lynch (21) 41, 2nd Deirdre Prendergast (6) 40, BC Mairead Martin (+2) 39, 3rd Maire Murphy (26) 39 (B9), 4th Aine Martin (13) 39 (B9), 5th Siobhan Brosnan (10) 39. FIXTURES: Next week’s competition is Dooks Exchange. Open Day KGFC Wednesday, September 16. Ross Golf Club (Men’s) RESULTS: Sept 5/6 Strokeplay Competition sponsored Killarney Self Catering/ Rookery Mews. 1st Seamus McCarthy (19) 64, 2nd Peter Wickham (12) 66, 3rd Seamus O'Donoghue (11) 68. Best Gross. Kevin O'Callaghan 80. 4th Tomas Horan (22) 69. On Friday we held a 10 hole mixed scramble and BBQ sponsored by Michael O'Shea. This event was again very well supported with a large turnout for both in the golf and the BBQ. The winning team was Ken Grieve, Pauline Lyne, Michael J O'Connor, Ann Wrenn. FIXTURES: On Friday, Sept 11 the Gents Club will organise a 9 hole mixed scramble and BBQ. The scramble will cost €5 and the BBQ will cost €10. The BBQ must be ordered and paid for by lunchtime Thursday. Please put your name on the Scramble Entry Sheet in the Clubhouse before 4pm on Friday and we will have a 6pm sharp shotgun start. On Saturday, Sept 12 and Sunday 13 we will hold a single stableford competition on the White Course and the timesheet is now available in the clubhouse. The Club Matchplay Championship is now at the quarter final stage and it is planned to play the

final before the end of September. Castlerosse Golf Club (Ladies) RESULTS: Competitions played on Sept 4. 18 Hole Stableford. 1st Una Moroney 33 (27); 2nd Helen Healy 28 (41); 3rd Mary Tobin 27 (24). 9 hole Stableford 1st Chan Martin 17 (18); Claire Horgan 17 (39); 3rd Kitty O'Grady 14 (40). Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies) RESULTS: August 29/30. Captain's Prize to Ladies sponsored by Captain Ken West. 1st Maire Ni Loinsigh (20) 41, 2nd Claire Keating (8) 40, 3rd Maeve Quirke (22) 38. FIXTURES: September 13 - President's Prize/Round 6 Golfer of the Year. 18 hole Stroke sponsored by President Terry Ryan and Ladies Branch. September 11 - Open Friday - 18 hole Single Stableford (Open to Ladies & Gents) sponsored by Clifford's Groundcare Beaufort Golf Club (Men’s) RESULTS: August 29/30. Bill McDonald Trophy sponsored by Seamus Weldon. Overall Winner: Niall Greaney (10) 68 net. Division 1 - 1st Mark O'Mahony (13) 71 Nett, 2nd Paul Fahy (12) 72 Nett. Division 2 - 1st Pat Quill (18) 73 Nett, 2nd Seamus O'Brien (20) 74 Nett. Division 3 - 1st Ted Ahern (28) 71 Nett, 2nd Humphrey Kerins (21) 73 Nett. August 28. Open Friday Sponsored by Clifford's Groundcare. Winner: Niall Dillion (21) 35. September 4. Open Friday sponsored by Clifford's Groundcare. Winner: John Neylon (12) 41. FIXTURES: September 13 - 18 hole Stableford (Yellow Tees) sponsored by President Terry Ryan. September 11 Open Friday - 18 hole Single Stableford (Ladies & Gents) sponsored by Clifford's Groundcare. Maine Valley Golf Club (Ladies) RESULTS: 18 Hole Singles Stableford sponsored by Crowleys Shoe Shop, Killorglin: 1st Mary Brosnan (41) 40. 2nd Mary O'Sullivan (39) 38. 3rd Erina MacSweeney (35) 37 (B9). FIXTURE: 18 Hole Singles Stableford sponsored by LOFT (formally Kerry Photo Stores, Killorglin, can be played Sunday, Sept 13 or Tuesday, Sept 15. Ladybirds 12 Hole Stableford: 1st Kathleen Cronin (20) 23-3 = 20. 2nd Christina O'Sullivan (28) 21-2 = 19. Deerpark Pitch & Putt NATIONAL MATCHPLAY: Unfortunately, our Club Chairman Damien Fleming was eliminated in the first round of his defence of the National Mens Matchplay title last Saturday in Larkspur Park, losing his 18-hole match with Anthony Culhane of Tipperary Hills 3&2. U16 CAPTAIN’S PRIZE: Thanks to those who took part in Cillian Courtney’s Prize last Saturday, results as follows: Overall Nett: Mark Carroll 95, Overall Gross: Fintan Martin 110, 15-16 Prizewinner: Eoghan Crowley 96, 13-14 Prizewinner: Jake Downing 104, 0-12 Prizewinner: Brian McCarthy 100 and Hole-In-One: Jamie Downing 4th Hole. We will announce details of the presentation in due course. RICKY KELLY: While we are holding this event, in association with the Tatler Jack

Bar, on the weekend we had intended at the start of the year it certainly has been a rocky road in getting here! The format is a Three Ball Scramble once more with entry €30 per team for 18 holes and €50 for two rounds with a team’s best 18 holes to count. Times of play from 4pm5.30pm tee-off on Friday, 10am-5pm tee-off on Saturday and 9am-3pm teeoff on Sunday. We will announce details of the presentation at a different time. Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club CUP: Last Sunday the club fished for the Church Island Cup on Lough Lein. Conditions were more favorable to the majority of anglers fishing and most boats were meeting trout during the day. The top five anglers on the day were: 1st John O’Callaghan, 2nd Joey Long, 3rd Mick Lenihan, 4th Liam Buckley, 5th Gary Fleming. Heaviest trout was caught by John O’Callaghan. On the Angler points standing at the moment, the top three scores in contention at present are as follows: 1st Mick Lenihan (14), 2nd Anthony Griffin/Liam Buckley (12). SUNDAY: This Sunday the club will fish for the Michael Fleming Memorial Cup. Fishing commences at 10.30am with boats ashore for 6pm. Weigh-in will take place at the shed in Ross directly afterwards. Kilcummin LOOKING GOOD: Kilcummin Looking Good have contracted the services of O’Leary & Associates to prepare a community plan for the village of Kilcummin. Due to restrictions around public meetings we are asking people to participate in the consultation process and have their say by completing an online community survey. A link to the survey will be available on our Facebook page. We would encourage as many people as possible to complete the survey as it is important that everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the future development of Kilcummin. The survey will also be sent to all organisations in the parish. People have from September 16 up until September 30 to complete the survey. This community plan is kindly funded by NEWKD CLG under the LEADER Programme and is also supported by Kerry Country Council. If anyone does not have access to our Facebook page and would like to participate, we can post a hard copy of the survey to you. You can contact the Rural Development Office at 064 6643357 or Kilcummin Looking Good members Tony at 087 6258641/Sheila at 087 7944679. BUTTON ACCORDION CLASSES: Button Accordion classes with Conor Moriarty continue in the Rural Development Office. These one to one classes are for all grades including beginners and will run under strict Covid 19 regulations. To book your time please contact Conor on 087 9698063 ASAP as places will be filled on a first come basis. MUSIC LESSONS: Instruments: Banjo, Tin-whistle, Fiddle/violin. Classical and traditional music catered for. Fully qualified and garda vetted teacher. Excellent rates. Tel: 087 9253224/087 9014681 after 3pm.

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