Volume 14 Issue 48 by TheAdvertiser

Thurs 9th June 2022 Vol. 14 Issue 48

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Padraig McElligott, Alex and Evan Nealon- U14 Javelin Competition winners in Lixnaw Community Games

Esther McElligott from Clieveragh, Listowel was looking very cheerful while busy shopping at Tralee on Wednesday. Photo Moss Joe Browne

A group of cyclists before setting off on their High Nelly Cycle during the Cuckoo Festival in Tarbert

Genevieve O’ Keeffe who got 2 awards and first year student of the year in the Presentation Convent Listowel recently

Con McCarthy MIG Insurance presenting David Keane on behalf of Listowel Emmets with a new set of Jeserys in Frank Sheehy Park on Thursday evening last. L-R Con O’Gorman, David Noonan, Bill O’Flynn, Norah Browne, Noel Kennelly, Con McCarthy, David Keane, Brenda Pierse, Sean Moriarty and Eimhin O’Brien. Photo by John Stack

Service users from Kerry Parents and Friends Association from the Listowel Day Centre who did an art workshop on Friday 3rd June with the artist Liam O Neill (also pictured) who has an exhibition running in St John’s

Finuge / St. Senans U12s who recently played Ballyduff in County League

Crotta Hurlers James Sheehan, Cillian Trant, Jordan Conway and Sean Weir, who were members of the The Kerry Senior Hurling panel who contested the Joe McDonagh Cup Final, on Saturday 4th June. It was another tough day in Croke Park for Kerry as they lost to Antrim on a final scoreline of Antrim 5-22 Kerry 4-24 Another spectacular day at our annual Golf Classic on Bank Holiday Monday. Winners on the day were Patrick Ryan, Mike Ryan, Gearóid Costelloe and Paul Collins, pictured here with Georgina Keane, Lady Captain, and Dan O’Sullivan, Ballybunion Golf Club

Sarah Corridon, U14 Girls Long Puck Competition winner in Lixnaw Community Game

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Gordan Flannery from Con Dillons Pub presenting a defibrillator to Listowel Celtic. Gordan presented a defibrillator to The Club as part of The Champions League Sweepstake he ran in the pub. L-R: Mark Loughnane, Paddy Mulvihill, Gordan Flannery, Liam Kennedy. Photo by Liam Kelly Kempes Kelliher pictured with newly selected Kerry Rose Édaein O’ Connell from Glenderry on her recent visit to Listowel

Luke Mansfield with Kathleen Mansfield after Moyvane Minors won the N.K. League Division 1 Final

Enjoying the atmosphere of Writers Week at Listowel on Thursday were Jonathan Beatty, Mark Egan and John Paul Leen. Photo Moss Joe Browne

Pupils from Rang 6 Gorm at Dromclough NS, who generously made a donation to a charity of their choice following their recent Confirmation. Michelle Horgan, nurse in Crumlin & past pupil, accepted the cheque on behalf of the Hospital

Some of the Finuge supporters who were in full voice at the Féile Regional finals in Mallow last weekend. Photos from Liam Kelly Photography

Lorcán Stackpoole having a chat with one of the jockeys at The Listowel Races

Moyvane who defeated Listowel Emmets in the North Kerry Div 1 League Final played in Coolard. Moyvane 2.16 Listowel Emmets 3.11 AET. Photo by John Stack

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LAUNCH OF THE TARGETED YOUTH EMPLOYABILITY SUPPORT INITIATIVE

The Listowel Family Resource Centre is delighted to announce the launch of the Targeted Youth Employability Support Initiative (TYESI). The purpose of this project is to identify and support young people within the ages of 16 to 24, who are currently in no form of education, employment or training. There are a range of factors which may lead people to avail of this service. These might include being conventionally unemployed, rural or social isolation, having negative educational experiences, lack of motivation or being disengaged from society, lack of financial support or mental health challenges. This project is completely non-judgemental and looks to meet young people where they are in order to help them move forward in their lives. It will also look to identify any barriers to this happening. This service is being offered to young people not in employment, training or education in the Greater Listowel catchment area. It is important for us to ensure that schools and services in the area are aware of the project and what we can offer to help young people develop their personal and professional skills. Listowel Family Resource Centre will also create a network of services with local organisations in employment, education and training to empower the young people to be active and participate to benefit themselves going forward. The aim of the project is to help young people build and develop life skills, self-esteem and confidence. We aim to do this by developing their social, emotional and personal skills and supporting young people to engage with existing support services. This project is liaising with the various organisations in the catchment area of Listowel and North Kerry. Such organisations include the likes of North East West Kerry Development (NEWKD), Kerry Diocesan Youth Service (KDYS), Children and Young Peoples Service Committees (CYPSC), Youthreach, MTU Tralee and Kerry Education and Training Board (ETB). Some of the services that are provided by the various organisations include accredited training, progression pathways and mentoring supports. Some services also include an outreach service if there is a transport barrier to those who wish to participate. By linking in with these various organisations, we can ensure that the individuals who avail of this new service can obtain the best possible training outcomes for their future. Listowel Family Resource Centre (FRC) is one of 121 FRCs nationwide under the Family Resource Centre Programme and is responsible to the Child and Family Agency (TUSLA). The FRC programme is Ireland’s largest family support programme, delivering universal and targeted services and supports to all individuals, families, and communities. Listowel Family Resource Centre is one of 12 family resource centres in Kerry in this programme, along with two others that are locally funded. This project is funded by Kerry ETB through the Targeted Youth Employability Support Initiative administered by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth.

KERRY RESEARCHER WINS MTU COMMERCIAL INVENTION OF THE YEAR

Kerry based researcher, Dr Joanna Tierney from the Dept of Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Shannon ABC, Munster Technology University (MTU) Kerry Campus was presented with the MTU Commercial Invention of Year 2021 at this year’s virtual ceremony. The MTU Invention of the Year awards is an annual event that takes place as part of Innovation and Enterprise month at MTU. The awards recognise and acknowledge the work and effort that staff have put into their invention declarations during 2021 and to encourage researchers to engage in the research commercialisation process. MTU researchers submitted 20 invention disclosure forms (IDFs) to the Innovation and Enterprise Office during this time period. The IDFs were judged by an external panel - Dr Declan Weldon, Director of Innovation and Engagement from University of Glasgow and Dr Paul Dillon, Director of Technology Transfer Office, from University of Limerick. Each submission was judged based on several criteria: scientific merit, innovative factor, development stage, potential benefit to society, marketability and patentability. Ireland Commercialisation Fund, earned her the award. Coccidiosis is caused by Eimeria protozoan parasites and is an important disease in poultry and neonates in animal farming. It causes diarrhoea, weight loss, emaciation, and in extreme cases, death. The invention employs natural, anti-parasitic, anti-microbial, immune-modulating and anti-oxidant activities as an alternative to the current industry treatments in use today for coccidiosis control. Speaking about the award, Dr Tierney said “I’m delighted to receive this award, and I’m grateful to Enterprise Ireland, Science Foundation Ireland and MTU for their support over the last few years. I’d like to thank my colleagues at Shannon Applied Biotechnology Centre, the Department of Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the research office team in MTU. I would like to acknowledge and thank the people who I’ve worked with over the years on this project; Drs Michelle Ryan, Joanna Przyborska and David Kelly. Our work on developing an alternative coccidiosis control solution is critically important as poultry is set to become the world’s most consumed meat protein and poultry producers face increased pressure to control this parasite disease which contributes to significant economic loss as reflected in poor weight gains and reduced feed conversion.” The Commercial Invention of Year award was presented to Dr Joanna Tierney recently by the President of MTU, Professor Maggie Cusack. Another award was presented at the ceremony for MTU Technical Invention of the Year 2021. This was awarded to the CAPPA (Centre for Advanced Photonics and Process Analysis) project, PIXCAN. Photo: L-R: President of MTU Professor Maggie Cusack and Dr Joanna Tierney

BALLYBUNION TIDY TOWNS READY FOR ADJUDICATION

In the run up to the deadline for the 2022 adjudication application, Ballybunion TidyTowns has been busy around town trying to finish a few last minute details on this year’s projects. One of TidyTowns’ large projects for 2022 is the placement of the remaining heritage and points of interest signs on the Cliff Walk. The signs were designed, developed and purchased several years ago and have been in storage waiting to be installed at relevant spots along the cliff walk. Unfortunately, they have not been able to be placed in their intended location. However, they do contain lots of interesting information and cultural fact about things visitors see as they amble along the path. We felt the sign deserved being displayed for the information they contain. So you will find them at the north end of the walk behind the crash barrier on Nun’ Beach Road. We hope everyone enjoys the details they contain. We hope these projects and others along with the maintenance work we do will garner us more points to add to our ever increasing total. Your help in getting the town ready for the adjudicators is critical to our score this year. We hope ever will tend to their premise, adjacent roadway and footpath and see to it all is in good order as needed. Community wide tidiness will go a long way to making a good impression on the judges who will be here anytime starting the first full week of June.

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A NEW CUP UP FOR GRABS AS THE KERRY HOLSTEIN FRIESIAN BREEDERS ANNUAL HERDS COMPETITION CONTINUES TO GROW

Members of the Kerry Holstein Friesian Breeders club, along with main sponsors Dairymaster, travelled to Ronan Siochru’s farm in Dingle to officially launch their annual herds competition for 2022. It is an exciting time in the club as Ronan along with William Horgan and Maurice Harty will be representing Kerry in the national herds competition this year. Dairymaster who are international leaders in dairy equipment manufacturing are the main sponsors again this year and speaking at the launch, Sales Representative Noel Scanlon said “We are delighted to be here for the launch of this year’s competition. It’s great to see the club progress so much over the years, we in Dairymaster help farmers to progress everyday using technology, energy efficient and sustainable products. By us all working together we can accomplish great things.” The herds competition aims to promote good production and conformation in Holstein Friesian herds. There are two categories, spring and autumn, which are subdivided into senior, intermediate, junior and new entrants’ sections with 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes in each category. Prizes include: • Best overall cow based on KG’s of protein production • Highest herd percentage protein • Lifetime production cow • Highest conformation herd & production herd • Lowest Somatic Cell Count • Best overall heifer, junior cow and senior cow • Highest overall EBI herd • Cow families • A Pure Friesian Class “The competition is growing year on year and good, healthy competition is building between the members. This year we even have a new trophy up for grabs! Big thanks to Dairymaster who have continued to sponsor and support us. In addition to the Dairymaster perpetual cup which will be awarded to the overall champion cow/heifer between spring and autumn herds in the senior section, we will also have a new trophy this year, which will be presented to the overall champion cow/heifer in the junior section. This is another great addition and demonstrates the progression and dedication of the club” says Leo O’ Connor Chairman of the Kerry Holstein Friesian Breeders Club. John O’ Callaghan will judge the senior and intermediate section, while Ursula Forest will judge the junior section and Donal Coppinger will judge the new entrants and Friesian section. The competition is open to pedigree herds and all entries are to be sent to Geraldine Harty, Herds Competition Coordinator, Ballylongane, Ballyheigue, Co. Kerry. Judging will commence from the 20th of June. The clubs field evenings will take place at John and Niall Mason’s farm on the 17th of June and John Galvin’s farm on 31st of July, with the awards ceremony announced at a later date. For further information on the Kerry Holstein Friesian Breeders’ Club herd’s competition please contact Club Secretary Maurice Harty on 087 638 6260. For further information on Dairymaster please contact Mary Mulvihill on 066 7131124 or see www.dairymaster.com

‘FLYING HIGH’ – BLUE FLAGS RAISED ON KERRY’S BEACHES 15 Blue Flags awarded for County Kerry in 202

The Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Jimmy Moloney has raised one of Kerry’s 15 Blue Flags at the Ladies’ Beach in Ballybunion this week to coincide with lifeguards taking up their duties on the county’s beaches this weekend. The high standard of the coastal environment in Kerry was recognised recently with the awarding of 15 Blue Flags for Kerry beaches and coastal amenities for 2022, the highest number in the country. Kerry retained its existing 14 Blue Flags, including 12 at beaches and one each at the Portmagee Seasonal Pontoon (Operated by Kilrush Maritime Ltd) and Fenit Marina as well as regaining the Blue Flag at Ballybunion North, bringing the total to 15. ‘I was delighted to raise the flag at Ladies’ Beach which regained its Blue Flag for 2022,’ said Cllr Moloney. ‘Blue Flags are a very important internationally recognised indicator of the quality of a beach environment, and it is very encouraging that Kerry has emerged as the national leader in this regard.’ The decision of the International Blue Flag jury was announced recently sees the following beaches and marinas awarded Blue Flags for 2022: Rossbeigh, Ballybunion South, Ballybunion North, Ballyheigue, Fenit, Maherbeg, Kells, Doire Fhíonáin (Derrynane), White Strand, Baile an Sceilg (Ballinskelligs), Banna, Fionntrá (Ventry), Inch, Fenit Marina and Portmagee Seasonal Pontoon. Pictured are Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Jimmy Moloney, Moira Murrell Chief Executive of Kerry County Council, Niall O’Sullivan Kerry County Safety Officer and Noah Kiely Lifeguard from Ballybunion. Photo By: Domnick Walsh - Eye Focus LTD - 0872672 033

Back L-R Liam Leen, Ronan Siochru Farm Owner, Johnny O’ Hanlon. Front L-R Mary Mulvihill Coughlan, Geraldine Harty. Photo by Domnick Walsh 087 2672033 www.dwalshphoto.ie

COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT VACANCIES IN LISTOWEL Caretaker & General Maintenance - 5 Positions Location 1: St John’s Theatre & Art Centre Listowel Location 2: Kerry Parents & Friends Association Listowel Location 3: Knockanure Community Centre Location 4: Finuge Development Location 5: Family Resource Centre, Listowel

Care Assistant – 4 positions Location: Kerry Parents & Friends Association, Listowel

Environmental Worker – 2 Position Location – Listowel Tidy Towns

Centre Cleaner – 1 Position Location – Family Resource Centre

For eligibility: You need to be in receipt of a social welfare payment for a minimum of one year. The positions are Community Employment & subject to DEASO Guidelines. Hours: 19.5 Per Week for each position. Pay Rate: Subject to payment each individual is receiving at present and set by DEASP. Required: CV & PPS No. to: info@listowelareace.ie Training will be provided for all positions and funded by DEASP, Sponsors and support given in the roles.

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SAN RITA WELLNESS

Welcome to San Rita Wellness weekly column…We hope you are safe and well Do you feel that every day is the same? Imagine if everybody was the same, for example looked the same, ate the same food, enjoyed the same music, walked the same way, talked the same and dressed the same, wouldn’t life be very boring. So let’s look at things from a different angle : Different Lifestyles.... Young mums or dads at home with children, full or part time workers, office or manual workers, people who work away from home and people who work from home, retired people... No matter which of the above you slot into, these are different types of lifestyles but yet we may all be aiming to achieve the same outcome. Our ethos at San Rita Wellness is the following:

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Martina Devlin, an award-winning columnist for the Irish Independent and podcaster for Dublin City of Literature #CityofBooks, has delivered a new novel based on the life of Edith Somerville of ‘Somerville and Ross’ fame - authors of The Irish R.M. In this work, set during the turbulent period of Irish Independence 1921-22, Somerville finds herself at a crossroads. Her position as a member of the Ascendancy is perilous as she struggles to keep her family home, Drishane House in West Cork, while others are burned out. After years in a successful writing partnership with Violet Martin, Edith continues to write after her partner’s death, comforted in the belief they continue to connect through automatic writing and seances. Against a backdrop of Civil War politics and lawlessness erupting across the country via IRA flying columns, people across Ireland are forced to consider where their loyalties lie. In Edith, Devlin limns a vivid historical context in this story of proto-feminist Edith Somerville courageously trying to keep home and heart in one piece.

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Ballydonoghue clan enjoying the wedding of Shauna Dowling on Saturday last June 2nd at the Dunloe Hotel Killarney. Front L/R Angelia Dowling, Aine Fitzgearld, Mary & Pa Foley, Tracey Dowling, Fr Timmy Dowling, Elizabeth Flavin, Middle Row L/R Liam Fitzgearld, Pat Griffin, Eileen and Robert Bunyan, Mary Flavin, Christina Dowling, Angelia Dowling, Bridie Griffin, Michael Flavin. Back Row L/R Pat Dowling, Dino Dowling, Timmy Flavin, Dan Dowling, John Dowling father of the bride, Jackie Dowling

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BALLYLONGFORD EXAMS Every good wish is extended to all those students who begin their state exams on today Wednesday. This is a big part of your life and we encourage you to try your best and hopefully all will go well we wish you all the very best of luck. Remember to Stay Calm, do your best, don’t compare yourselves to others and don’t forget that whatever happens there are many options available to you in your future years ahead. Good luck!! TRACTOR DRIVING “Safe Tractor Driving Skills” course for 14- to 16-year-olds will take place in Listowel, Tralee and Castleisland Mart between 27th29th June. Cost €35. Contact Helen 068-23429 for further details CEMETERY MASSES The Local Annual Cemetery Masses will take place on the following dates: Aghavallen Cemetery Rusheen on Friday July 1st at 7pm. Lislaughtin Abbey Friday August 5th at 7pm and Relig Mhichill Old School Road on Friday 2nd September 2022. The Neighbouring Cemetery Masses are as follows: St John’s Ballybunion this coming Friday evening June 10th at 7pm. Lisselton Cemetery Annual Mass will be on Monday June 20th at 8pm. Gale Cemetery Annual Mass will be held on Thursday June 23rd at 8pm. Killahenny Annual Mass will be held on Friday 22nd July at 7pm and Kilconly Annual Mass will be held on Friday 29th July at 7pm. Would families with family graves in these Cemeteries please ensure that their family graves are clean and tidy ahead of these masses. Thank you. THANK YOU JOHN A huge THANK YOU must be extended to local man John O’Shea who recently hung up his stremming machine after spending 31years as grounds man and caretaker of Lislaughtin Abbey. John was a genius at his work and kept the Cemetery in mint condition year in year out. People that visited the historical building were always held in awe as to the mint conditions of the grounds and surrounds that John had maintained on a regular basis. He was also registrar of the graves and had a wonderful memory of where nearly all family graves were situated. Thankfully, he will continue to hold the position of registrar and will be responsible for recording the burials in the Cemetery as he has been in years gone by. John on behalf of the Community we are sincerely grateful for your wonderful work and hope that you have many years of happiness and health. Mile Buiochas. Footnote: Indeed John’s work has been very sorely missed already as the grass in the cemetery has gone shamefully out of control it has become so high that one can just barely see the headstones. This is a shame considering the mint condition that it had been kept in under the watchful eye of the now retired John O’Shea. The Ivy on the wall along the pathway is also growing out of control and needs to be cut back before it will cover the pathway shortly. I have spoken to our local Councillor Mike Foley about this and he has received assurances from the Engineer in charge that the Cemetery will be cleaned up in the coming weeks. It is dangerous now to walk in amongst the graves as one would not see the grave markers, kerbs, or railings and could fall resulting in serious injury. Hopefully, this matter can be resolved and the cemetery restored and maintained to the mint condition that we were all used to. BEREAVEMENTS Over the last number of weeks the Community has been plunged into deep sadness and grief with the passing of a number of very highly respected and lovely people whose passing has created a huge void in the lives of their loving family and friends. As time passed so quickly I did not get the opportunity to include a number of bereavements unfortunately, this was not intentional. It will not be possible to include all in this week’s edition (as space will not allow) however over the next few weeks I hope to catch up and write on all the sad passing of such wonderful people. On Tuesday 10th May last the sad news came through of the passing of Margaret Rice (née Walsh) R.I.P. of Blanemore. Margaret was born in the townland of Dromtrasna in the West Limerick town of Abbeyfeale. Margie or Marie as she was more affectionately known met and fell in love and eventually married her beloved husband John. They settled and lived happily on the family farm in Blanemore, where they welcomed two daughters Kathleen and Patricia (Collins). Working hard on the family farm was no workload to any of the family as they all worked hard in making their model farm a huge success. However, their lives were dealt a severe blow with the sudden passing of a dear husband and father the late John R.I.P. some years ago. But Margaret and her daughters continued the hard work and maintained the lovely farm that

they were so proud of. A very kind and quiet woman Margaret was also a great mother and wonderful housewife whose cooking skills were the envy of all who were welcomed to the family home where you would be assured a wonderful welcome and of course a welcoming cup of tea and some of her lovely cooked or baked treats. Margaret’s health took an unexpected turn for the worst on Saturday May 7th which resulted in her being admitted to K.U.H. On the following day Sunday where she sadly passed from this life on Tuesday May 10th Margaret is predeceased by her husband John Rice, brothers Connie Walsh (Abbeyfeale) and Patrick Walsh (Tralee). She is sadly missed by her loving daughters Kathleen Rice and Patricia Collins (Asdee). Her adored grandchildren, Cillian, John and Sophie, son-in-law Eddie Joe Collins, sister Helen McEnery (Newcastlewest), nieces, nephews, sister-in-law Joan Walsh (Tralee), family relatives, neighbours and friends to whom we extend our deepest sympathies. Margaret’s body lay in repose at Lynch’s Funeral Home, Main Street Ballylongford on Thursday 12th of May from 5pm to 7pm. Her cortege departed from her residence on Friday morning to arrive at St. Teresa’s Church Ballydonoghue for 11am Requiem Mass followed by interment afterwards in Galey Cemetery. May her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace. On Thursday 19th May came the shocking news of the passing of Gabe O’Connor R.I.P. of Kilcolman Asdee and late of Knopogue, Ballyduff a member of a highly respected and well known family Gabe was known far and wide. Michael which not many knew was his official Christian name, was more affectionately known as Gabe, who created and left a marvellous impression and indeed formed many friendship’s with people he met through his wonderful life which ended all too soon for both his family and huge circle of friends. A man who had a marvellous sense of humour and wit and often filled with roguery left a lasting impression with whoever had the pleasure in meeting him. He was known the length and breadth of Kerry and West Limerick through his work with Kerry Agribusiness in his duties as an artic truck driver which often saw him either delivering items or collecting the milk amongst the farming community in these areas for nearly forty years. He also was involved in the Horse and Pony Races in Littor and more recently with the Asdee Vintage. He enjoyed all social gatherings and loved to mingle and talk with everybody and no matter what the conversation was about Gabe would always put you in good form regardless. A wonderful family man who prided on his family who are heartbroken and who will miss him terribly we extend our deepest sympathies to his beloved wife Noma (Long), his adored children Gerard and Martina, his cherished grandchildren, Rory, Evie, Jack, Katie and Tommy, daughter in law Mairead and son in law Mike Browne, sisters Eileen, Catherine and Mary, brothers Patsy, Sean and Seamus, godchildren Gina, Siobhan and Enda, sisters in law, brothers in law, nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, relatives, neighbours and wide circle of friends. Gabe is Predeceased by his parents Joan and Rory O’Connor and beloved nephew Eoin Griffin. Gabe’s body lay in repose at Lynch’s Funeral Home, Main St, Ballylongford on Sunday evening May 22nd from 5pm to 8pm. Removal from his residence in Kilcolman to St Mary’s Church Asdee on Monday May 23rd arriving for 11am requiem mass followed by interment afterwards in Kilconly Cemetery. May his Gentle Soul Rest In Peace. (Will update more next week) LENAMORE ROVERS Congratulations to all involved with the Lenamore Rovers Soccer Club who recently won the Charleville Cheese sponsored Division 2B Kerry District League Final Replay after a very convincing win over Killorglin C. Goals by Donal Leahy, Eamon Leahy and Mikey Nolan gave the Leanamore side a 3-0 victory over Killorglin at Mounthawk Park. There were wild scenes of Jubilation when Kerry District League Chairman Sean O’Keffee presented joint Captains Ciaran O’Connor and Conor Flynn with the Cup. The Lenamore Team were: Matt O’Connor, Liam McCarthy, Ciaran O’Connor, Josh Boyd, Sean Hanrahan, Jacob Lucey, Michael Holly, Conor Hogan, Eamon Leahy, Donal Leahy, Wayne Hayes. Subs: Kieran Swan, Mikey Nolan and Brian Cregan. WELL DONE MIKE Sincere Congratulations to good friend and fellow “Kerryman Notes” Correspondent Mike Rice who has celebrated his 40th year in reporting on the happenings around his native Asdee and indeed the local Community. His weekly column down the years have always attracted a huge following both here at home and indeed further afield whether it be sport, community events or the sad passing of someone in the community Mike always gave a very detailed and accurate account. So, as Mike celebrates four decades of excellent work, may we all wish him many more decades of providing wonderful coverage of the happenings in his native Asdee. Well done Mike and Congratulations.

BALLYDUFF LOTTO DRAW The results of the Ballyduff GAA Club/ Lady’s Walk Hurling Club & Ballyduff Community Games Weekly Lotto draw for Tuesday May 31st are as follows; the numbers drawn were 9, 18, 22 and the bonus number was 2. There was no winner of the Lotto Jackpot of €14,600 or the €400 match 3 prizes. The €20 prize-winners were Martina Usher; Gerard O’Grady, Clahane and Catsy Prendergast. The Lotto Draw takes place each Tuesday night at the GAA Clubrooms and tickets cost €2.50 each, with a minimum play of €5, and you must pick three numbers from 1 – 28 and a Bonus number from 1 – 10. The Jackpot starts at €10,000 and there is €100 added to it weekly if not won. There is a weekly Match 3 prize of €400 for anyone that matches the first 3 numbers without the bonus number. This prize will be shared if there’s more than one Match 3 winner. Please support and remember “ win’. You may also play the Lotto online at www.ballyduffgaa.com.                                                                                  CHURCH NEWS                           Masses for the week:                          Friday 7.00pm: Teddy Hennessy – Month’s Mind Saturday 6.30pm: Tim & Lily O’Sullivan Sunday 11.00am: Mass in Causeway Reader: Saturday 6.30pm – Sean Quinlan Ministers of the Eucharist: Saturday 6.30pm – Rita Goulding/Anthony Doyle/ Sarah Ann Ross Eucharistic Adoration: Every Thursday 10.30am. – 11.30am. Graveyard Masses: Wednesday June 15th Killury Graveyard at 7.30pm; Friday June 17th St. John’s, Causeway at 7.30pm; Wednesday June 22nd Derrico at 7.30pm; Friday July 22nd Rahela Cemetery at 7.30pm; Tuesday July 26th at 7.30pm. Communion Calls: Thursday June 9th at the usual times. Anam Cara: Support for bereaved parents – monthly meeting in the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee on Tuesday, 14th June at 7.15pm. CHY4 Certificates: Tax Relief forms for donations to our Churches will be sent out during the coming weeks. Please fill them up and return them as soon as possible. This income is vital for the upkeep and running of our Churches. Please note that you have nothing to fear from returning the certificates as the scheme is only a return on taxes already paid. CLOTHES COLLECTION Sliabh a’Mhadra N.S will hold a Clothes Collection on Thursday June 16th. Items of clothing, bed linen (except continental quilts or pillows), paired shoes, belts, handbags, towels and curtains. Bags may be dropped off at the school shelter on the evening of Wednesday June 15th or from early morning on Thursday June 16th. Your continued support is much appreciated. A BETTER BALLYDUFF Summer of Ballyduff Festivals – Save the dates: Ballyduff Horse Fair on this Sunday June 12th; Vintage Tractor Run 26th: Ballyduff Walking Weekend August 13th & 14th. Spread the word.

NEWS ITEMS All news items for this column should be with the writer on each Sunday evening by 8.00pm. Please email your news or photograph to johnwhite330@gmail.com or phone (087)6732856. A THOUGHT Life is too short to waste time hating anyone. ST. BRENDANS A.C. St Brendan’s AC Open Sports was a big success in ideal weather conditions on Sunday last in the ARC in Ardfert. North Cork AC won the best visiting club award. Thanks to all who made the day a success. The next big event is the county primary schools’ sports on this Wednesday evening in An Ríocht at 6.00pm. All St Brendan’s AC qualifiers are asked to attend. Upcoming events: Wednesday June 8th: County Primary Schools track and field, An Ríocht track Saturday/Sunday June 11th/12th: Munster juvenile team and individual championships, Templemore Saturday/Sunday June 18th/19th -: Munster U14-U19 championships, Templemore Saturday July 30th: Munster Juvenile B championships Sunday July 31st: Banna 10K and 5K sponsor to be announced shortly Check social media for non-championship events locally. Contact: (087) 7985557 or email stbrendansa.c.kerry@gmail.com BALLYDUFF GAA NEWS Exams: Best of Luck to all Students who are starting exams during the week and hopefully your efforts will bear fruit. Senior Football: Our Senior football team played out a draw, 1 – 8 each, in the Credit Union sponsored County Senior Football League Division 5 with Waterville at Ballyduff on Sunday last. The locals missed a lot of chances, but the point earned from this draw earns them a place at the top of the table on 12 points. Their next game is away to Finuge this coming weekend. Time to be confirmed. Joe McDonagh Cup: The Kerry senior Hurling team came up agonisingly short in a marvellous game at Croke Park on Saturday last against Antrim in the Joe McDonagh Cup final. Down by ten points at one stage, they clawed their way back to lose by a single score. However only for a very questionable refereeing decision a draw would have been a fair result. Podge Boyle bagged 2–11 in an awesome display while Mikey Boyle and Eoin Ross did well in a back line that was under a lot of pressure. They now play Wexford in Austin Stack Park on Saturday next with the time to be confirmed. Everyone should be in Austin Stack Park on Saturday to support this team. They really deserve it. The Ballyduff under 15 team travelled to Croke park on Saturday to support their heroes and after the game Podge posted a message on the under 15 What’s app account thanking the boys for supporting them. It was a message that was deeply appreciated by the under 15 team. Thanks Podge.

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KILFLYNN BEST OF LUCK To all junior and leaving certificate students who commenced their exams on Wednesday! ACTIVE RETIRED GROUP Abbeydorney/Kilflynn Active Retired Group are having a break this week Wednesday 8th June, and will be back again on Wednesday, 15th June. Please contact the hall and leave a message if you have any enquiries on 066 7135831 SIAMSA TIRE Siamsa Tíre are delighted to announce that auditions will take place from 16th to 18th June to attract the best of traditional young talent from the age 7-12 to the Folk Theatre. Contact Box Office on 066 7123055 for details and to arrange your appointment THE LEGEND OF LUKE KELLY We are delighted to announce that the renowned Chris Kavanagh and the patriots will be celebrating the life, music and songs of Ireland’s greatest balladeer and folk singer Luke Kelly in The Venue at Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Saturday 16th July 2022. Tickets are available at Parker’s Pub at only 20 euro. Tickets are sold on a first come first served basis. JOE MCDONAGH CUP FINAL For the third straight year the Kerry hurlers contested the Joe McDonagh Cup Final, on Saturday 4th June and it was another tough day in Croke Park for Kerry as they lose to Antrim on a final scoreline of Antrim 5-22 Kerry 4-24 A game that they were chasing right from the start with the concession of 2 goals inside the first 10 minutes and they trailed a very sharp Antrim side at half time by 10 points. Kerry to their credit gave a much better second half performance and had the Antrim backs in trouble anytime the ball was played into the inside line, with substitute Jordan Conway lighting up the Kerry attack with two second half goals, Kerry as they have done many times over the season kept going and kept pushing to the end and had a late late goal from Padraig Boyle in what proved to be the last puck of the game. Both teams now move on to play the Preliminary All Ireland Quarter Finals with Antrim playing Cork and Kerry taking on Wexford at Austin Stack’s Park on Saturday 11th June at 2.00p.m. The Crotta club was represented on the panel by Sean Weir (Wing back), Jordan Conway came on as sub on and scored 2-02, Cillian Trant and James Sheehan. The Kilflynn/Crotta area was well represented in Croke Park to support Kerry players and their

management. Wish the Kerry Senior Hurlers and their management, especially the Crotta players in the All-Ireland Quarter Final against Wexford on Saturday #wearekerry #ciarraíabú. KILFLYNN FAIRY FESTIVAL On the 25th and 26th of June, join us in Kilflynn for the most magical Kilflynn Enchanted Fairy Festival.… Admission to this year’s festival is strictly by pre booked tickets only which can be purchased online through Eventbrite.ieit’s easy... just follow these simple steps: 1) In the search box of your phone or computer type in www.eventbrite.ie (then hit search) 2) Click onto the eventbrite.ie site. 3) when site opens Click on the search box and type Kilflynn or Kilflynn fairy Festival 4) A picture of the Kilflynn Fairies will appear. 5) Tap on the picture and this will take you through to ticket sales for the weekend event . 6) Just follow the prompts on the page from here and make your purchase. 7) That’s it ..... come along to this magical weekend.... Remember to buy your tickets early as demand is high and numbers are limited. See our Facebook page for further information on the entertainment lined up for the weekend. We look forward to seeing you on the 25th & 26th June

be donated locally at the Disposal Facility at Abbeydorney GAA Complex or the Railway Bar Car Park, Lixnaw. Your support is greatly appreciated. KERRY CAMOGIE Another great win for the Kerry Camogie team on Saturday 4th June in in Netwatch Cullen Park defeating Carlow in Round 2 of the Glen Dimplex Intermediate All Ireland Championship. Final Score Carlow 2-6 Kerry 0-14. Well done to the Kerry players and their mentors, especially the Crotta players Aoife Behan (mid field) , Amy O’Sullivan wing forward 0-03 and Jackie Horgan (Full forward) (0-7, 3f) Kerry games (with dates, times and venues later) June 11th -Kerry Dublin (H) June 18th -Kerry v Westmeath (H) Two-week break July 2nd -Kerry v Galway (A) CEMETERY MASSES Kilfeighney cemetery mass will take place on Tuesday 28th June at 8.00p.m and mass will be celebrated in Kyrie Eleison, on Tuesday 5th July 8.00 p.m. and in St. Mary’s, Kilflynn, on Wednesday 6th July at 8.00 p.m. and in Killahan Cemetery, Wednesday 13th July at 8.00 p.m. CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS The Crotta hurling club weekly lotto draw was held on Monday 6th June at Herbert’s Bar, Kilflynn.

ST. MARY’S CHURCH, KILFLYNN Mass Intention for the week in St. Mary’s Church On Friday 10th June at 10.00 a.m., on Saturday 11st June at 6.00 p.m. Eddie McCrohan, Knocknacaska, Kilflynn.

The Four numbers drawn out of the drum by the independent observer: Graham Harris, Clounsillagh, Lixnaw were 5,15, 17 and 24. There was no winner of the 9,000 Jackpot. Congratulations to the following who won €35 in the lucky dip draw:

Parish Office can be contacted by phone 066 4018996 Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10a.m. to 1p.m. or by email: abbeydorney@dioceseofkerry.ie Masses from St. Bernard’s Church, Abbeydorney are streamed live on www.dioceseofkerry.ie, on Sunday at 10 a.m. Go to Abbeydorney Parish and click on watch live Mass. Webcam has been installed in Kilflynn Church - To watch Masses go to www.dioceseofkerry.ie – Abbeydorney Parish and click on ‘watch Mass’. Diocesan Kilflynn Eucharistic Adoration Monday (7.00 p.m.-8.00 p.m.) Kilflynn Blessed Candles €6 of pack of 6 available from Parish Office.

Martin Sweeney,C/o Gleasure’s, Tullig, Kilflynn, Kate and Danny Caffrey, Crotta, Kilflynn, Frank Quilter, Lixnaw.

A Date for the Diary: Celebration of the Golden Jubilee of Fr. Denis O’Mahony’s Ordination on Friday 24th June. Concelebrated Mass with Bishop Ray Browne at 8.00 p.m. Refreshments afterwards in the Community Hall. All are welcome. ABBEYDORNEY/KILFLYNN ST. VINCENT DE PAUL Confidential number 087 7086253. St. Vincent de Paul Society clothes can

The Next draw will take place in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Monday 13th June at 10.00p.m for a €9,100 Jackpot. Tickets available 3 for €5 online visit www.crottagaa.club or this link https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa. asp?ll_id=427#Anchor or Herbert’s Bar/Village Store, Parker’s Pub, Zam Zam Kabab, Foley Shop Lixnaw, Abbeydorney Post Office, or from any club officer. Many thanks to all who contribute to our weekly Club Lotto. Your continued support is greatly appreciated. ALONE Are currently looking for befriending volunteers in your area. Visit www. alone.ie for more details and to sign up. If you have concerns about your own wellbeing or you are an older person who would like to receive ALONE’s Support & Befriending services, contact ALONE on 0818 222 024 from 8am – 8pm, seven days a week

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BALLYBUNION POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT Community Employment offers work experience, development opportunities, retention of benefits and an opportunity to contribute to your community. Current part-time positions (19.5 hrs. /wk.) on Community Employment in Ballybunion include: Tourist Office Attendant; Leisure Centre Receptionist; Leisure Centre Cleaner; Environmental Worker; Office administrator and centre care taker. Interested? Contact Rosaleen on 068 27799 or email saothairnanabhann@gmail.com Experience is not necessary as training will be given. CHAIR BASED FITNESS PROGRAM Class Chair-Based Exercise in Ballybunion Community Center every Tues.11.00am-12.00pm. Pay as you go classes available also, Please phone to book your chair call Martina on 087 797 3688 100 MILES FOR MARY GARDINER Antoinette O’Sullivan is organising a walk to join the lovely Mary Gardiner who is walking 100 miles challenge for 30 days in June. I thought it would be nice if I could organise a walk for people of Ballybunion to join in with her as she is just amazing. The walk is Saturday the 18th June from 12pm at top of Doon road start of the cliffs following by on to the beach. It’s a beautiful walk and it’s for a fantastic cause too. I would love if you could come join me and wear something pink and I’ll have a little bucket for donation if you wish to donate. The lovely & very popular Garda Mary G who kept us all entertained through lockdown with her dancing video and is loved and well known in her kindness generosity in her community and raised Thousand of euros for charities down through the years. Unfortunately Mary was diagnosed with Breast cancer in January this year and has completed her chemotherapy treatment. Mary has yet to go through surgery and rounds of immunotherapy and radiotherapy and while she bravely battle through all of this with amazing positively in true Mary style. I would love if we could do this with her as it would make her day. FOOD SHARE Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday: Food Cloud delivery to Ballybunion Community Centre, available from 1pm. Please access through the back door of the centre and turn left into the kitchenette. The service includes perishable foods and is open to everyone. CEMETERY MASSES The Annual Graveyard Mass will take place at St John’s Cemetery on Friday June 10th at 7pm, Lisselton cemetery Monday 20th June at 8pm, Gale Cemetery Thursday 23rd June at 8pm, Killehenny Cemetery on 15th July at 7pm, Kilconly Cemetery 29th July at 7pm. Committees ask if family members would tidy up family graves before Masses. IRISH BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE Did you know that approximately 1000 people in Ireland get blood transfusions every week. Transfusions can happen for a variety of reasons – cancer treatment, surgery, car accidents, and childbirth complications to name a few. This is why we always need donors to come into our clinic. The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be in Ballybunion Community Centre on Thursday 16th of June from 5pm to 8pm. Please phone 061 306 980 to make an appointment. CASHEN VALE BOXING CLUB Come along to our club in Sandhill Road Ballybunion every Saturday at 12 Noon, every Wednesday at 6.30 pm. The classes are open to all young people aged 10+ who would like to learn the fundamentals of boxing, with or without the intention to eventually compete. Enjoy a Boxing Taster Session every Saturday from 12 noon in the Cashen Vale Club at the Irish Collage Ballybunion. A fully equipped training Centre with Bags, Gloves and a Ring, also pad-work, sparring, and circuits. Learn at your own pace in a friendly supportive atmosphere. No pressure, no stress, instead focusing on technique, movement, and fun. Ring Patrick at 089-4132531 now to book a place AFTERNOON TEA DANCE Looking forward to seeing you all on June 26th upstairs in Ballybunion Community Centre (the old ballroom) in aid of our own local man Eddie Carey who will be travelling to Kenya to build Reach Hiuses for young girls used in the sex Trafficking. Your support will be appreciated music by Eddie Lee. TINTEÁN THEATRE Tickets are now on sale for upcoming events taking place in the Tinteán during the summer months. Timeless and Irish Radio Kerry concert taking place on Wednesday 22nd June, Nathan Carter taking place on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd July. Tickets can be booked through www.tintean.ie Volunteers are being sought by the Tinteán Theatre to help out at a number of upcoming shows, if you would like to lend a hand, please contact Joanne at Ballybunion Tourist Office on 068-25555 BALLYBUNION COMMUNITY MARKET Calling all Food Producers, our Community market will commence again for the summer season soon and we would like to add more food producers to the market. If you make Kimchi or Kombucha or Keifir, if you make vegan or gluten free items, if you make sea salt or cheese or sourdough. We need local food products that are made in Ireland. Please email ballybunioncommunitymarket@gmail.com Please include: Name of your product, Business name, Links to your social media or website -2/3 photos WE CAN COOK SUMMER CAMP We are currently taking bookings for our Summer Cookery Camps. Our first camp will commence July 12th. Summer camps will run for a total of 5 weeks. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week from 10am to 1pm each day. This is a very popular camp for local children and holiday makers, and I have quite a few booked in already. So if you want to guarantee a space for your child book in plenty of time as we have limited numbers. Contact Marie on 087 6415513 (suitable for primary school children) BALLYBUNION ARTS FESTIVAL 2022 Team BAF 2022 are excited to announce an amazing line up for this second year, 21st to 24th July 2022. The festival hosts a variety of entertainment including poetry, music, theatre, workshops and much more. Please visit their new website for more information, www.ballybunionartsfestival.ie . Some events are limited to only 12 people, so it is important to book early to avoid disappointment. Tickets are now on sale https://www.ballybunionartsfestival.ie/ schedule

BRIGHT SPARKS MONTESSORI Due to increased demand for spaces we have only a few remaining spots for this coming September in both Asdee and Ballybunion. If you are interested in booking your child with us for the ECCE scheme 2022-2023. Children must be 2yrs and 8mths in September to avail of the scheme. You can see if your child is entitled to the scheme by Googling ECCE Calculator and inputting their date of birth. Please contact Marie on 087 3290 908, Also we will be holding a summer camp for 3 to 5 year olds 9am-12pm on 4th-8th July and 8th -12th August. Please book as soon as possible as limited numbers are only available. BALLYBUNION FLAG DAY Collection: The Flag Day Collection in Ballybunion for the North Kerry Ard Chúram Dementia Day Care Centre (Hospital Grounds Listowel) on Sunday the 5th of June raised €5,461.61. Many thanks to all who contributed so generously and to the volunteers for giving of their time. Míle buíochas. SOCIAL DANCING Social Dancing takes place every Tuesday night from 7.30pm upstairs in the Community Centre “The Old Central Ballroom” A great night of fun and dancing including waltzing, jiving, quick set, line dancing etc. Please come along and show your support. You do not need a partner on the night. BALLYBUNION TRIATHLON CLUB Ballybunion Triathlon Club want to invite YOU to ‘TRI’ our Sprint Triathlon this August 20th 2022. Ballybunion is a stunningly beautiful location, and the Triathlon course will challenge and captivate you. There are lots of places to stay, and plenty of bars and restaurants to celebrate either becoming a triathlete or breaking your Sprint Triathlon record. This event was a tremendous success last year, and sold out well in advance, so don’t miss out. Booking is through the Triathlon Ireland Website. See you in Ballyb by the Sea in August CHOIR SINGERS REQUIRED St John’s Choir are looking for new singers and anyone who would like to join are more than welcome. Men, Women and Children are required anyone who would like to join should contact a member of the choir. CHILDREN’S ART AND CRAFT CLASSES Art and Craft classes for Children every Saturday Time 11.30am -1pm. At the cottage Studio Gallery, Cinema Lane, Ballybunion. For children aged 5 to 12 years all welcome and all materials supplied. Booking is essential phone Marie telephone 086 066 4435 or email mariebrennan88@gmail.com. €12 per child. RELAXATION AND MEDITATION SESSIONS Sessions held with Grainne Henry that can be in any place of your choice, such as the Community Centre, even your own home. Hen party groups, birthday groups or just friends getting together. Yoga breathing and relaxation techniques. Please contact Grainne Henry on 087 97 62 862 to book and for further information. JACKIE O’MAHONY SUPERSTAR CAMP After our very successful Encanto Easter Camps, we are super excited to announce that our Summer Camps are back! Our New Superstar Theatre Camp will be coming to Ballybunion this July. Does your child love to Dance, Sing and Act? Well if so, this is the camp for them. Activities include singing, dancing, drama games, arts and crafts, karaoke, costumes, African drumming and so much more. Boost your child’s confidence and give them a taster of what it’s like to be a superstar for a week. Ballybunion Community Centre JULY 25th-29th 9.30am to 12.30pm Prebook only!! Book your child place today to avoid major disappointment. No Deposit required. Call or text Jackie 087 1303325 Email: jackieperformingarts@gmail.com AQUA AEROBICS Aqua Aerobics in Ballybunion Leisure Center Mon, Wed & Fri 9.45am-10.30am. Tues and Thur. 8.00pm-8.45. For more information, Classes need to be BOOKED IN ADVANCE phone Martina on 087 7973 688 BALLYBUNION PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Parent & Toddler group every Wednesday morning from 10am-12.30pm in Ballybunion Community Centre. This is a great meeting place for parents & carers with babies & small children to relax & chat together while children play. Everyone is welcome to attend. BALLYBUNION COMMUNITY CENTRE *Sports Hall: €25 per hour before 6pm, €30 per hour after 6pm & weekends. *Upstairs Hall/Dance Studio: €25 per hour. *Meeting Room: €10 per hour. * Room of Light: €20 per hour. Discount available for block booking & advance payment. Current prices are under review, to book, e-mail: ballybcomcentre@gmail.com or call 068-27799. Clubs & Activities in the centre include: Badminton, Basketball, Gymnastics, Jackie O’Mahony Stage School, Taekwondo, Yoga, Silverback fitness and more. LONG TERM ACCOMMODATION URGENTLY NEEDED We have had many enquiries from people looking for long term rent in Ballybunion. If you know of any, could you please contact the Tourist Office with the details, either by phone 068 25555 and leave a message, by email ballybuniontouristoffice@gmail.com, or drop details through the letter box. Thank you SAN RITA WELLNESS In Person Meetings take place every Thursday from 10am-11am in Ballybunion Health & Leisure centre. If you are anxious to make a start now you can join our “At Home Service” where our members love the support, motivation, accountability & also seeing fantastic results on the scales. Call us for more info. Sandra 087 6718377 Rita 087 1012174 BALLYBUNION MEALS ON WHEELS The Ballybunion meals on wheels service will be delivered 3 days a week, meals will be delivered on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Anyone wishing to avail of delivery please contact Eileen Fogarty on 086 2234 965 or Con McCarthy on 087 418 4241. The areas covered are Ballybunion, Lisselton, Asdee and Ballylongford. The dinner will be delivered to your door by one of the men at the cost of €6 per meal BALLYBUNION NOTES If you would like to include anything in The Ballybunion Notes, please forward to email address below or send us a message to the Ballybunion Tourist Office Facebook page by 10am on Monday Ballybuniontouristoffice@gmail.com

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TARBERT

LIXNAW

TARBERT NEWS Email; tarbertnews@outlook.com or telephone Patrick Lynch at 068/ 36117 on or before 7pm Sunday.

ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH Mass Times: Monday 6th June at 7.30pm for Bridie & Michael Heaphy, Ballintogher. Wednesday 8th June at 10.00am. Friday 10th June at 7.30pm for Tom Heaphy, Ballintogher & deceased members of the Whyte Family, Rathea. Saturday 11th June at 7.30pm for Anne & Maurice O’Connell, Gortadrislig; Mai, Jackie, Donie & Cathy O’Connell, Ballintogher.

TARBERT WRITERS AND FRIENDS A reminder that Tarbert Writers, Poets and Friends will hold their 2nd session of Readings on this Sunday 12 June from 5pm to 7.30pm at Tarbert Bridewell. This series features Donal O’Connor, Steven Burke and Yvonne O’Keeffe Fox reading from the poetry of the late Thomas MacGreevy. After the Readings there will be an open mic where the audience can share their talents whether in poetry or prose or in any medium. Further information from the facilitator, Priscilla Donovan at 087 / 7605551. Refreshments available at Coffee shop. FINE GAEL AGM A reminder that the AGM of Tarbert Fine Gael will take place at 9pm on this Friday 10 June at Tarbert Community Centre. Local Councillors and Deputy Brendan Griffin have been invited to attend. If you have any grievance to air or wish to join as a new member you will be welcome. LOCAL ARTIST Comhghairdeas and well done to local artist Patricia Lanigan, Kilpadogue who has a very nice display of framed paintings on view in Coolahan’s window. The paintings cover local landscape scenes, Tarbert Lighthouse, contented cows in a pastoral setting, the Tarbert Oak aka the Wishing Tree all framed in nice sky and cloud formations. These would makeinteresting gifts and you can contact Patricia at 086/0664860 DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION AGM The AGM of Tarbert Development Association will be held in the Community Centre on Tuesday 21 June at 8pm. The Development Association welcomes new members and invites all members of the Community to attend and have their say in the well-being of their parish. If you feel you have something to contribute which would help enhance your community whether from a social or economic viewpoint and make Tarbert a better place in which to live feel free to come along and share your ideas. The Association which is voluntary is always looking for new members especially younger people with new ideas and fresh energy to benefit the whole community. The Association has submitted its application to compete in this year’s Tidy Towns and would appreciate any help whether in litter control, planting , weeding, painting and other jobs to enhance marks in the competition. Remember the seanfhocal ‘ar scáth a chéile a maireann na daoine ‘ - we all live off the support of one another. CUCKOO WALKING FESTIVAL The 2022 Cuckoo Walking Festival, back after two years of Lockdown, came to a successful conclusion on Sunday last, 5 June. While the crowds were not as big as former years, everybody who participated was well pleased with the week-end activities in fine weather. The Festival was opened by Michael Lanigan, Tarbert Development Association, on Friday evening with a walk from the Bridewell to Tarbert pier. This walk was in memory of the late Ita Gormley who was involved with the Festival and other community groups over the years. Up to 100 walkers of all ages took part in this walk which was followed by a cheese and wine reception at the Bridewell. On Friday night a group of very talented musicians known as Donie and friends provided the in-house entertainment at Carmody’s Bar. On Saturday there was a very nice walk down the Back of the Hill, along the shore and back to the Bridewell via the John F. Leslie Woodland Walk. At 3.30pm the bikers were out in strength with some 20 cyclists, attired in vintage costume, many on the old rod brake high nelly machines cycling to Tarbert pier. Jim and Mary Wren from Kildare and formerly of Tarmons East, their children and grand-children led the way and their grandson Jeff, aged 4 years was the youngest cyclist over the finishing line. On Saturday night, Tomás had some 60 guests at his barbeque all enjoying the views of Tarbert Bay from his courtyard. On Sunday there were two walks. For the more energetic there was the Cross of the Wood walk, taking in Sallowglen, Monie’s road and the wind farm. The second walk which started at 12.30pm was the John F. Leslie Woodland Walk where the beauty of the flora and fauna in full bloom could be seen and appreciated. On Sunday night there was a final slán abhaile at Coolahan’s and Carmody’s Bars with music and sing song to conclude a successful Festival go dtí an bliain seo cughainn le cúnamh De. It was nice to meet up with Kerry exiles Kevin Hurley and his friend Billy Kelly. Kevin has been coming to the Festival since it started and has a strong affinity with Tarbert since he and his brothers Brendan and Cormac and sister Kitty were reared on the Main Street where they grew up. ST ITA’S TARBERT REMEMBRANCE In September 2020 past pupils of St Ita’s College, Tarbert came together for a remembrance project to mark the passing of that iconic Secondary School which provided second level education for pupils from the Tarbert and Ballylongford catchment area from 1940 until 1973. The project was very well supported and after two years of lockdown will now be brought to conclusion. On Sunday 19 June at 2.15pm there will be the formal unveiling of a limestone wall plaque at the location. Pádraig O’Concubhair, a past pupil will talk on the founding and legacy of St Ita’s College and its distinguished principal the late Jane Agnes McKenna, Fr John O’Connor, himself a former past pupil will celebrate Mass at 3pm in St Mary’s Church, Tarbert remembering the many former pupils and teachers who have passed to their eternal reward. After Mass there will be a cupán tae in the Community Centre where former pupils can meet and renew old friendships. TARBERT ACTIVE RETIREMENT Is on every Friday in Tarbert Bridewell between 10.30 and 12.00. Different activities every week following by Tea/Coffee and refreshments and a chat. New Members always welcome.

IRREMORE CHURCH: Mass times: Sunday 12th June at 11.00am for Frank & Noreen Thornton, Banemore. RATHEA CHURCH: Mass times: Sunday 12th June at 9.30am for Chris & Jimmy Dillon, Gortaclahane. PARISH OFFICE: The Parish office is open from 11.00am – 2.00pm on Wednesdays. Tel. no. (066) 7132111. LIXNAW COMMUNITY GAMES Hard luck to the U.11 Hurling Team who were beaten by Ballyduff last Monday evening in Lixnaw, they now go on to play Kenmare in the play-off next Sunday morning at 11am in Kenmare. We wish the team and the management the very best of luck in this competition. Well done also to all our participants in the Long Puck and Javelin Competitions last week. Padraig McElligott and Alex Nealon both qualified for the County Community Games in the Boys U.14 Javelin Competition. While Ethan Stack and Darragh Gilbert qualified in the Boys U.12 Long Puck Competition, Sarah Corridon qualified in the Girls U.14 Long Puck Competition on Saturday last. We wish all these competitors, along with our qualifiers from the Athletics etc., the very best of luck in the County Community Games in Castleisland at the end of the month.

MOYVANE Contact: moyvanenotes@gmail.com BINGO After two years of nothing it is great to have bingo again every Thursday night. The crowd is back to what it was before lockdown and the prize money is still as good as ever. Since we started almost €60,000 has been won in prize money! That is an average of €3,750 each week. Please come and see us any Thursday night, you could win some decent money. Bingo starts at 8.30pm. MARIAN HALL BLOTTO The Jackpot was not won last Thursday night. Numbers drawn were: 3 5 28 32. Last Thursday night’s winners were: €100 Connie O’Driscoll Murphy, Moyvane. €50 Sheila Langan, Tarbert. €20 each: Nora Murphy, Meelin. Helen Corridan, Murhur, Moyvane. Joe Galvin, Clounmacon, Listowel. Ger Quinn & Marie Lynch, Woodgrove, Moyvane. Maura & Lotta Hickey, Dirha East, Listowel. Free Tickets: Joan McEnery, Tubbertoureen, Moyvane. Bridget Costello, Carrickerry. Kitty Culhane, Leitrim Middle, Moyvane. Mary Lyons, Clounmacon, Listowel. Danny Shields, Carrickerry. This Thursday night’s draw will be held at Bingo in the Marian Hall, Glin Road, Moyvane and the Jackpot is €9,000. Thank you for your support.

THEATRE EVENT IN LIXNAW Memory Lane Theatre will shortly be presenting two plays in the Marquee Theatre, Lixnaw. Murder in the Red Barn, will be performed between 13th -27th June and Robert Service, Bard of the Yukon, (written by Ardfert native, Mike O’Mahoney), will be performed on three nights 14th, 17th and 21st of June. Both plays will commence at 8pm, tickets €15. All proceeds from these plays will be donated to Kerry Alzheimer’s Care. Contact Siobhán 087-1469458 or 066-7132564. LIXNAW CLUB LOTTO DRAW Jackpot €8,150. Numbers drawn were: 3, 7, 24, 27. No jackpot winner. €20 winners: Paul Breen, Finuge; Anne Kelliher, Ballinclogher; Lindsey Edwards, Liscullane. Next draw will take place on 6th June 2022. Jackpot will be €8,200. LIXNAW GAA SPLIT THE BUCKET DRAW Congratulations to Martin Galvin, Ballinclogher, on winning €121 in the Split the Bucket Draw. Next draw will take place in the Dew Drop Inn Bar. Thanks for your continued support. ST SENAN’S GAA CLUB Monday 30/05/2022, Jackpot €4,300. There was no jackpot winner: Numbers drawn were 17, 20, 21, 28. Lucky Dip €30 winners: William Buckley, Knockbrane; Michael Somers, Jnr, Listowel. Lucky Dip €20 winners: Helen Kennelly, Dysert, Lixnaw; Marcus Kelliher, Banemore: Tadhg Doran, Rathea. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. Next week’s draw will take place at the Clubhouse Mountcoal and Jackpot will be €4,400. Tickets are available at Kelly’s Six Crosses, The Halfway Bar, play online or from any Club Officer. Thank you for your continued support. CONTACT To include items in the Lixnaw notes, please email lixnawnotes@gmail.com by 10pm on Sunday evening.

We can all play a part in ensuring our village and surrounding areas look their best for our judges visit. Please pick up any litter you see, and continue to keep your area clean. We appreciate your help! We have some gorgeous planters and hanging baskets around our village which are in full bloom which also enhance the beauty of our area. Thank you to all and keep up the great work! MOYVANE CHURCH Can I say well done to the ladies who take care of our church. It is a credit to you. It is always spotless. Thank you. MASSES FOR THE WEEK MOYVANE: Thursday, June 09, 10.00am, Private Intention. Saturday, June 11 7.30pm Anniversary Mass for John Kearney, The Village and his parents, Dan & Bridie. Sunday, June 12 11.00am The Most Holy Trinity. KNOCKANURE: Friday, June 10 Mass at 10.00am Private Intention. 7.30pm Anniversary Mass for Eileen Goulding (Fr. Tom McMahon) Sunday, June 12 9.30am Anniversary Mass for Kathleen O’Dwyer, Shrone, Listowel.

MOYVANE DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION-TIDY TOWNS Judging for the 2022 Tidy Towns Competition takes place during the months of June, July and August each year, on a date which is not specified.

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Eddie Joy was enjoying the Bank Holiday weekend at his local village Finuge on Saturday afternoon. Photo Moss Joe Browne

Eileen & Jennie recently accepted a generous donation to the Listowel Hospice Branch of Kerry Hospice Foundation from Rang 6 Dearg at Dromclough NS. The Hospice was the choice of this class’ pupils for their donation, following Confirmation

Finuge / St. Senans U12s who had a great win over St. Pats in County League recently

Listowel Celtic Under 13 Girls who defeated Camp Juniors in The Cup Final in Mastergeeha last Monday. This win ensured a League and Cup Double for the Girls

John Dowling with his brother Fr Tim Dowling at the wedding of Shauna Dowling on Saturday last June 2nd at the Dunloe Hotel Killarney

The Finuge U15 team that represented Kerry at the regional Féile finals held In Mallow last Saturday. Finuge qualified for the final where they went down to Cork representatives Castlehaven. Photo by Liam Kelly Photography

The Legendary Sonny Egan in Kilflynn on Saturday before he traveled to Croke Park, to support the Kerry Senior Hurlers in the Joe McDonagh Cup Final, on Saturday 4th June against Antrim. Photo Mike Parker Ethan Stack, Darragh Gilbert and Jack Kelliher U12 Boys Long Puck Competition winners in Lixnaw Community Games

RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta - Celebrating 50 years on air with a live broadcast of “An Saol Ó Dheas” from St. John’s Theatre & Arts Centre on the first day of Listowel Writers’ Week 2022. L – R: Séamus Barra Ó Súilleabháin, Babe Dennehy, Edel Ní Loibhéad, Pat Joe Dennehy and Marlyn McCarthy

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LISTOWEL EMMETS

Split the Bucket: Congratulations to our sixth winner of Split the Bucket Ruth O’Sullivan, whose dad bought the winning €2 envelope in The Shebeen Bar, William St. Ruth picked up €880 in last week’s draw. Our next draw will take place on 14th June, we would once again like to thank everyone that has supported our split the bucket to date and especially to all the businesses who allow us to place buckets in their premises. Sympathy: Listowel Emmets wish to extend their deepest sympathies to the family of the late Peggy O’Sullivan, Market St., who passed last week, may she rest in peace. Emmets Coiste na nOg ABC Club continues Friday evenings 5.30 – 6.30pm in Frank Sheehy for all Primary School going ages up to Under 6. Saturday Morning Club continues each Saturday from 10am to 11am in Frank Sheehy Park for Boys and Girls U7 to U9 Results & Fixtures North Kerry Minor League – Div 1 – Final (AET) Moyvane 2-16 Emmets 3-11 County Senior League – Round 8 Emmets 2-15 John Mitchels 2-12

Men’s Competitions: Presidents Prize Day 1 Mr Noel Morkan – Saturday 4th June 22 – Old Course 1st Maurice O’Connell (21) 42pts 2nd Tomas Lester (21) 40pts 3rd John Nolan (21) 38pts B9 20 B6 12pts Best Gross Brian Kelleher 36pts 4th Donagh Walsh (8) 38pts B9 20pts B6 11pts 5th Dan Sheehan (19) 38pts B9 19pts 6th Mike Casey (12) 37pts B9 22pts 7th Noel Twomey (18) 37pts B9 20pts 8th Rob Cussen (13) 37pts B9 18pts 9th Mick McCarthy (17) 36pts B9 19pts 1st Day 1 Jonathan Sheehan (32) 36pts 1st Day 2 Paul Roche (10) 36pts B9 18pts Cat 1 James O’Callaghan (1) 36pts Cat 2 Bryan Hickey (8) 35pts B9 19pts Cat 3 Ml Holly (17) 35pts Cat 4 Ignatius O’Brien (21) 35pts Past Captain/Presidents Tom Keane (19) 33pts B9 17 B6 11pts Guest Prize John O’Donnell (100 28pts Fixtures: Sunday 12th June 22 – Medal 2 Sponsored by Brian Whelan – Cashen Course

Fixtures U11 Co League – Round 2 Phase 2 Emmets A & B V Milltown Castlemaine Thursday 9th June at 6.30pm in Milltown

Ladies Competition – Tuesday 31st May 22 – Cashen Course 1st Mary Whelan (39) 41 pts 2nd Patricia Gleeson (27) 40 pts 3rd Marie Reen (29) 39 pts 4th Martha Woulfe (40) 38 pts

Credit Union County Senior League – Div 2 – Round 9 Laune Rangers v Emmets Sunday 12th June at 2pm in Killorglin. U13 Co League – Round 2 Phase 2 Emmets A V Finuge Sunday 12th June at 6pm in Frank Sheehy Park Listowel Emmets B V Fossa Sunday 12th June at 2pm in Frank Sheehy Park Listowel

LISTOWEL CELTIC

Draw 06/06/22 - Numbers Drawn 12-13-16-21 Jackpot not won - Lucky Dip Winners €20 Raeleen Bell c/o Joes €20 David O’Brien, Bedford €20 Mike Dalton, Bedford €20 Raeleen Bell c/o Joes €20 Aisling Ni Shuilleabhain Next Draw 13/06/22 at The Shebeen - Jackpot €4,250

BEALE GAA

Fossa did not prove to be a happy hunting ground for our seniors on Saturday evening. Trailing by 0-8 to 0-3 at the interval, we had failed to fire in the first half. We were up against it on the changeover as our opponents dictated the terms and conditions, adding further points. We came unstuck against a slick Fossa outfit as the final score read 0-16 to 0-5. Ranking sixth on the table, with four wins from seven games, we play host to Ardfert in Páirc de Staic on Sunday at 2 o’clock. We travel to Keel on June 19th and to Cromane the following weekend. Our final round County League, Division 4,game will be against Austin Stacks B. Another spectacular day at our annual Golf Classic on Bank Holiday Monday. Intermittent rain did not dampen spirits as players enjoyed a great day out on the idyllic links of the Cashen Course. Winners on the day were Patrick Ryan, Mike Ryan, Gearóid Costelloe and Paul Collins. In second place were Noel Nash, Ignatius O’Brien, Donald Bennet and Aidan O’Neill; while in third place were John Condron, John Quirke, Kevin O’Callaghan and Paul Roche. Prize for ‘Nearest the Pin’ went to Julian Lyons and Zack Devlin won the ‘Longest Drive’. A massive thank you to sponsors, teams and everyone who made this such an enjoyable and successful event. Special thanks to Ballybunion Golf Club for hosting our classic. The numbers drawn on Monday night for this week’s Beale Lotto were 8, 9, 12 and 28. There was no jackpot winner and one Match-3 winner, Yvonne Sugrue, who wins €100. Next week’s jackpot is €3,950. Draw takes place on Sunday night in Mikey Joe’s at 9 o’clock. Ticket €2 each or 3 for a fiver. To be in with a chance of winning our lotto, get your weekly tickets in Joyce’s Newsagents or in the local pubs. You can also play online by downloading the Clubforce app or simply click the link on our Facebook, Twitter or Instagram pages or log onto https://clubforce. com/clubs/beale-gaa-kerry/. All online entries to be registered by 6.00pm on the day of the draw. Entries after 6.00pm will be entered in the next draw. A huge ‘míle buíochas’ to everyone who supports and promotes the Beale Lotto.

BALLYBUNION GOLF CLUB

Ladies Singles Sponsored by Ardfert Quarries – Sunday 5th June 2022 – Cashen Course 1st Lorraine Canty (17) 39pts (Bk 9-17) 2nd Louise Griffin (20) 39 pts (Bk 9-16) Best Gross Margaret Mc Auliffe (6) 29 pts Gross 3rd Mary B Kelly (48) 39 pts (Bk 9-15) Category 1 1st Eileen Kenny Ryan (14) 35 pts 2nd Susan Gilmore Kettler (8) 34 pts Category 2 1st Ann O’Riordan (27) 37 pts 2nd AnneMarie Sexton (23) 36 pts Category 3 1st Marie Kennelly (33) 38 pts 2nd Catherine Walsh (31) 37pts Seniors Anne Marie Carroll (19) 33pts Fixtures: Sunday 12th June – Ladies Singles Sponsored by Adams Garage – Old Course Tuesday 7th June - Ladies Competition – Cashen Course Senior Men’s Competition – Thursday 2nd June 22 – Cashen Course 1st Seamus Hanley (14) 30+8 38pts 2nd Leo Allman (19) 28+7 35pts 3rd Haulie Costello (14) 36-3 33pts B5-14 Gross Donal Liston 22pts 4th Eamon Condon (20) 31+2 33pts B5-12 5th Frank McNerney (38) 23+10 33pts B5-7 6th Sean Corcoran (12) 31pts 7th Brendan Brosnan (26) 28+2 30pts B5-12 8th Declan Lovett (20) 33-3 30pts B5-11 9th Michael O’Connor (31) 26+4 30pts B5-9 10th James Keane (24) 27+3 30pts B5-7 V Michael P O’Farrell (24) 29pts B5-7 S.V. Joe Costello (22) 28+1 29pts B5-8 S.S.V. Dominic Moriarty (25) 32-5 27pts B5-10 Senior Ladies Competition – Friday 3rd June 22 – Cashen Course 1st Peg O’Malley (36) 30pts 2nd Mary O’Sullivan (52) 27pts 3rd Sighle Henigan (19) 25pts Fixtures: Friday 10th June 2022 - Senior Ladies Competition – Cashen Course

DUAGH GAA

No winner of the jackpot of €8200 Numbers drawn 4, 7, 20, 25 €50 Tom & Sadie O Connor Duagh €30 Mike Buckley Lisroe €20 Liam Flaherty Foildarrig €20 Betty Gaire Duagh €20 Tom McCarthy Duagh

Sellers prize Steve Watson Match 3 draw entrant Derry O Connell Lyre Next weeks jackpot €8300 with draw in O Briens Bar Monday night . Thank you all for your continued support. Tickets available from usual sellers and on line at www.klubfunder.com

BALLYDONOGHUE GAA

Lotto Draw results: The numbers drawn for Friday 3rd June 2022, were as follows, 7, 16, 17, 30. The Jackpot was €5,500 and there was no jackpot winner. The following won 30 euro lucky dips: Paul Stack - Online. Kerry Brassil - Online. Jennifer O’ Mahony - Ballydonoghue. John Walsh - Lisselton. Ben & Ruby Mai Halpin - c/o Eddie. The following won three free tickets: Brendan Henchy- Online. Mags O’ Connor & Kevin Murphy - Glouria. Stephen & Patricia O’ Carroll - Lyre. Next Jackpot will be €5,600 and it will take place Friday 10th June 2022 in the Clubhouse. Fixtures: County League Division 3 Round 9: Ballydonoghue v St. Pats Blennerville in Coolard; date and time to be confirmed. North Kerry Minor League Division 2 Final: Northern Gaels (Asdee/Ballylongford/Ballydonoghue/Clounmacon)v Tarbert on Monday June 27th @ 7.30pm. Venue to be confirmed. Ballydonoghue v St.Pat’s on Saturday June 11th @ 6pm in Coolard. Results: County League Round 8 Ballydonoghue were away to Dromid Pearses on Sunday June 5th. The final Score was Ballydonoghue 0-17 to 1-11. The team lined out as follows; Darragh O’ Shea, Liam Guiney, Jack Gogarty(Captain), Brendán O’ Neill(0-1), Declan Behan(0-1), Micheál Foley, Billy Foley, Jack Behan(0-1), Tommy Kennelly (0-3), Mikey Nolan,Jack Sheehy, Darragh Sheehy, Diarmuid Behan, Jack Foley(0-2), Jack Kennelly (0-4), Paul Kennelly (0-5), Gearóid Kissane, Jamie Keane, Padraig O’Connor, Padraig Lyons. Monday May 30th Northern Gaels (Asdee, Ballydonoghue, Ballylongford, Clounmacon) played Tarbert. The final score was Northern Gaels 4-10 to Tarbert 4-12. Membership: Club Membership now available for 2022. Please contact Club Officers to make a payment for the coming year.

KNOCKANURE GAA

Lotto Results - Jackpot €4,200 Numbers Drawn: 2, 18, 22, 30 - No winner. Lucky Dips of €25 went to: 1. Ann and Richard O Connor, Keylod 2. Donal Enright, Enrights Bar 3. Aoife, Chloe, Shauna and Con, c/o Con Lynch 4. Brendan Moloney, c/o Speedy Bar 5. Eilish Kearney, Moyvane Next draw is on June 7th in the clubhouse. All are welcome. The Jackpot will be €4,300

FINUGE GAA

SENIORS: The lads were unlucky to go down by the minimum to Moyvane in a game played Friday night in Moyvane - final score Finuge 1-09, Moyvane 1-10. Next up in round 9 of the county league is a home game with Ballyduff. This will be played Friday at 8pm in Finuge - please support! U15: The big day finally arrived last Saturday when the lads travelled to Mallow to represent the club & county in the Feile competition. First up was Castlehaven of Cork and straight in at the deep end! The boys battled hard but went down on the scoreline Finuge 2-05 to Castlehavens 4-09. Second game was a tough tight affair against Western Gaels of Clare. After a battle the boys came out victorious on the scoreline Finuge 1-07, Western Gaels 2-02. This setup the third game as a very important one - the winner would go into the Cup final. Our lads were going well by now and came out on top by 3-10 to 1-05 against Monagea of Limerick. This put Finuge into the Cup final against Castlehaven. A tough battle ensued but unfortunately our lads could not match the West Cork lads and the final score saw Castlehaven winners on 1-09 to 0-02. Everyone in the club is very proud of how the lads played and represented the club & county! A big thank you to everyone who helped along the way, especially

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our sponsors McCarthys Bar, Maurice Lyons Heat & Plumbing, JJ Walsh Meats, Stacks Londis, Cronins Cider, Brownes Agri, Tom Kelly Scaffolding, Lixnaw GAA. U13: This week was a rest week for the boys, the action continues Sunday with a game against Listowel. U11: Phase II of Go Games kicked in last week when Beale came to O’Sullivan Park. Two teams were fielded and we had two good games. Next up is Castleisland this Thursday evening at home. U9: Next up for our U9s is a set of games with Listowel Emmetts this Wednesday in Listowel. Training continues every Wednesday evening - if you have a boy or a girl that’s under 9, please come along! U7: The U7s were busy last week with games against Beale, played in Ballybunion. Well done to everyone on a great effort! Next up is a game with St Senans this Wednesday in Finuge. Training continues every Wednesday evening - if you have a boy or a girl that’s under 7, please come along! CÚL CAMP; Booking is open for the Finuge Cúl Camp. This is open to anybody within the club or outside, and a great week’s fun is always guaranteed! CLUB FUNDRAISER: Important notice - Finuge GAA have decided to extend the draw date for the car raffle fundraiser. The new draw date is the 1st of October. Have you bought your tickets yet? The main aim of our fundraiser is to provide facilities into the future for our young boys and girls. You can enter our fantastic fundraiser car raffle for a Volkswagon Tiguan R-Line worth over €50,000. Tickets are available at local outlets such as McCarthys Bar in Finuge, Foleys Shop, Stacks Shop, The Filling Station, Railway Bar, Dew Drop Bar, The Post Office, JJ Walsh’s Butchers and Woodview Vets - all in Lixnaw. Also, Brosnans Bar and Larry Buckley Butchers in Listowel, Powers Shop in Abbeydorney, O’Connells Agri Store Irremore or on our website www.finugegaa.com A big thank you to everyone who has helped so far with the club fundraiser we are always looking for anyone that can give a couple of hours or can help in the background! KERRY TEAMS: It was really hard luck for the Kerry Senior hurlers on Saturday missing out on the Joe McDonagh Cup by a single point. A very exciting finish saw the lads come from behind but just unlucky to fall one short. Well done to everyone involved especially our own lads Shane Conway, Conor O’Keeffe and Martin Stackpoole with Aodhan Shanahan and Keltyn Molloy in the wider panel. It was also a tough week for the Kerry minor footballers losing the Munster Final to Cork. They qualify for a quarterfinal and hopefully can get back to winning ways. Well done to the Kerry Camoige Seniors who recorded a second win, this time over Carlow having beaten Laois the week before. COMMUNITY GAMES: Well done to all our boys and girls who took part in the various events over the past couple of weeks! Best of luck to those who go forward to represent the parish in the county finals at the end of June.

TARBERT GAA

Monthly €500 Draw: Our next draw takes place on the June Bank Holiday weekend 2022. Don’t forget to purchase your ticket and be in the draw for a GUARANTEED Prize of €500. Yes, €500 will be won!! Tickets are available online tarbertgaa.ie U7s Match Our U7s played 3 great games against Moyvane on Wednesday evening in Tarbert.Well done again to all the boys and girls and thanks again to all the

parents for such great support on the evening. U9s Match: Our U9s played Listowel last Tuesday evening in Tarbert and served up two fantastic games of football. The future of Tarbert football is bright with these boys and girls. Well done to the coaches involved also. U11s County Go Games League: Our U11s gave another great performance when they played Gneeveguilla in Tarbert on Thursday evening. There is great work being done by our fantastic coaches at this age group. Thanks also to Gneeveguilla who made the long journey to Tarbert on a Thursday evening. U13s County League Phase 2 Fixture: Our U13s play Northern Gaels in Tarbert on Sunday 12th June at 6pm. U17s North Kerry League Result Northern Gaels 4-10, Tarbert 4-12. Tarbert U17s narrowly beat Northern Gaels by 2 points in Division 2 of the North Kerry League, in Ballylongford on Monday evening, to qualify for the final of Division 2 against the same opposition. Due to injuries and unavailability of players on the night the game was played 11 a side. Tarbert started strongly and scored first from a Paudie Finucane goal and maintained the lead to the end of the game. Further goals from Brendan O’Leary and John Coolahan and points from Evan Collins, Adam Enright, Paudie Finucane and Dara Heaphy saw Tarbert lead 3-04 to 1-04 at half time. Northern Gaels responded early in the second half and reduced the deficit but with points from John Coolahan, Caolam Moriarty, Brendan O’Leary, Dara Heaphy and Michael Coolahan and another goal from Paudie Finucane Tarbert kept ahead to seal the victory on a scoreline of 4-12 to 4-10. Great credit is due to the players on both sides who provided an open, entertaining game of football which required an immense effort from the players who played the full 60 minutes at 11 a side. Tarbert Team: Aaron White, Michael Coolahan(0-01), Shane Stack, Thomas Kiely, Brendan O’Leary (1-01), Shaun Wren, Paudie Finucane (2-01), Dara Heaphy (0-02), Adam Enright (0-03), Evan Collins (0-01), John Coolahan (101), Lee Mulvihill, Caolam Moriarty (0-02) County Senior Football League Division 4 Result: Tarbert 1-13, Cordal 0-13. Our seniors had a very good win at home to Cordal last Saturday evening which keeps them in the hunt for promotion to Div 3. Munster Boys Skills Competition: Best of luck to Gavin Denihan, Ryan Browne and Dylan Buckley who represent Kerry in the Munster Boys Football Skills Competition to be held in Mallow, Cork on Wednesday 8th June.

NORTH KERRY GAA

Minor North Kerry Division 1 Final. Moyvane 2.16 (22) Listowel Emmets 3.11 (20)

Moyvane v Listowel Emmets On a cool dry evening in Coolard, these two young promising North Kerry teams took to the field, Moyvane captained by Jerh Brosnan, and Listowel Emmets captained by Thomas Kelly. Mike Hennessy (Ballyduff) was the man in the middle and his task was tough.

first 5 minutes, but it was Moyvane’s Danny Lyons who opened the scoreboard with a point from a free, which was rapidly followed by a goal from Jerh Brosnan. With Moyvane now in the lead and Listowel Emmets confidence on the ball starting to grow, Aaron Carey opened their score line with a point from a free. Thomas Kelly, Listowel Emmets captain must have covered every blade of grass in Coolard along with Moyvane’s Patrick O’ Connor. Their strength and determination never failed throughout the game. Listowel made a steady comeback towards the end of the first half, with scores coming from Aaron Kennelly, Conor Sweeney, and Aidan Chute. With Rob Heffernan hit the post in the 28th minute, leading Moyvane to pick up the loose ball, take the advantage leading to a score from a free from Jamie Moloney. Half time score Moyvane 1.05 Listowel Emmets 0.05. 40 seconds into the second half Darragh O’ Keeffe kicked another point for Moyvane, followed quickly with a point for Emmets. Aaron Kennelly, towering at midfield for Listowel Emmets was cool and calm on the ball throughout, played as much ball as he could into the forward line. 5 minutes into the second half Aidan Chute rattled the back of the Moyvane net, leaving the score now at Moyvane 1.06 and Listowel Emmets 1.07. Listowel Emmets were beginning to come alive. After the Aidan Chute goal another Listowel goal was quickly followed by Conor Sweeney. Moyvane 1.06 Listowel Emmets 2.07. Moyvane responded with a point from a free tipped over by Jamie Moloney. But the towering Emmets midfielder had other ideas and he clipped the Moyvane goalkeeper to score another goal for Listowel Emmets. In the 13th minute Moyvane swapped their goalie for an outfield position. Kiegan Moloney was replaced by Bobby O’ Riordan, and Kiegan Moloney then replaced Diarmuid Og O’ Connor. With words of encouragement coming from both management sides, Emmets and Moyvane stepped up their game, their determination, willpower, and resilience was nonstop. From here on both teams dug deep never giving up. With scores coming from Kiegan Moloney and a penalty awarded to Moyvane, Jamie Moloney rattled the back of the Emmet’s net. Moyvane behind by 1 point in the 23rd minute of the second half. Moyvane 2.09 Listowel Emmets 3.07. Scores for both teams eventually levelled the sides, now resulting in extra time. At the start of extra time Moyvane were now 2.11 Listowel Emmets 3.08. Yet again the fast-paced Jamie Moloney from Moyvane opened the scoreboard with a point from play, quickly followed by Darragh O’Keeffe with another few beauties over the bar. Listowel scored one point in the first half of extra time. At the end of the first half of extra time Moyvane 2.15 Listowel Emmets 3.09. Both clubs fought hard for the remaining 10 minutes with all they had to offer, with scores coming from Danny Lyons Moyvane and Robert Heffernan Listowel Emmets. Moyvane won after 90 minutes of football on a score line of Moyvane 2.16 (22) Listowel Emmets 3.11 (20). Both of these young teams’ representative their clubs with a fantastic display of football, determination and pride. Fixture: Minor Division 2 Final. Monday 27th of June @ 7.30pm ET. Venue Coolard: Northern Gaels v Tarbert. Scor Na Paisti. The North Kerry Football Board finals of Scor Na Paisti will take place on Friday June 10th in Ballybunion Community Centre @7pm.

Listowel Emmets started off very well with a lot of action on the ball for the

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