Volume 15 Issue 13

CAROLINE’S DÓTERRA ESSENTIAL OILS

CAROLINE’S POD OF POSITIVITY

Welcome to my weekly column and my Pod of Positivity. It is here you will find little tips, tools and information that help us to maintain a life of health, wellness, love, and gratitude while using DóTerra’s essential oils in our daily routine.

As a certified DóTerra essential oil specialist I have been de lighted to help and support so many people and their families over the last three years on their essential oil journey through out North Kerry, West Limerick and beyond. I know how these oils can support the Body, the Mind and the Mood.

The Digestive System

This week we look at dóTerra’s ZenGest and Zendocine which are two powerful blends that give us the opportunity to influ ence the wellbeing of our digestive system.

ZenGest is a unique blend and contains ginger, peppermint, caraway and fennel essential oils which are beneficial for stom ach discomfort. With a pleasant aroma and a distinct liquorice flavor, this powerful blend can be used aromatically, topically, and internally. Whether you’re at home or need support on the go, ZenGest essential oil blend provides an aroma and sooth ing sensation to the skin that you’ll always want at your side. You can enjoy ZenGest in your water and hot drinks, as an oil blend to rub to the wrist points and over the tummy area or you can take as a soft gel. Many of my Pod Members like to add 1 – 2 drops of ZenGest to tea after large or heavy meals as well as taking before they set out on a road trip or flight to soothe the systems.

Zendocrine is composed of essential oils such as Rosemary, Cilantro, and Juniper Berry, which are known for their detoxi fying properties, and other essentials oils like Tangerine and Geranium, which have purifying effects against unhealthy sub stances. When combined, these essential oils work together to create a blend that rids the body of toxins and free radicals, while supporting the healthy function of many of the body’s vital organs, including the liver, colon, kidneys, lungs, and skin. Zendocrine is the go-to oil for those looking to begin a lifestyle change. Use Zendocrine daily by adding to a glass of water to help cleanse and support the body’s systems. Zendocrine is herbaceous, pungent and floral. Many of my Pod Members like to diffuse Zendocrine daily and apply to the bottoms of the feet and abdomen for a relaxing massage. These oils are a natural solution to care for our needs and our family’s health needs and they can support us with many of the following that we can experience from time to time, such as: Anxiety Issues, Digestive Support, Sleep Assist, Muscle Care, Stress Buster, Depression, Grief, Energy Boost, Skin Support, Immunity, Allergy Assist and so much more.

My Three – Way – Method to use dóTerra’s Essential Oils: Topically: Apply the oils onto your skin particularly on the pulse points and soles of the feet. Aromatically: Place two to three drops into a cold-water diffuser and diffuse the oils in your home, classroom, office space, salons or other places of work and business. Internally: Add the oils to your favourite food, waters and drinks, or simply by taking one drop daily un der the tongue to support your body and mind.

For extra positivity and well-being, check out my Facebook page; Caroline’s Pod of Positivity where we have informa tion and videos on all of DóTerra’s essential oils.

For consultations and appointments you can reach me on the number below to arrange a time / date that suits you and together we will start you on your journey with DóTerra’s essential oils.

Have a gentle week.

LOCAL LONDIS RETAILER CELEBRATES SPONSORSHIP OF IRELAND’S FITTEST FAMILY AS THE HIT FAMILY PROGRAMME RETURNS TO OUR SCREENS

Londis retailers recently celebrated the return of RTE’s hit family programme, Ireland’s Fittest Family, to our television screens with coaches Davy Fitzgerald, Anna Geary and Nina Carberry at a special business and social function in the Armade Hotel in Spanish Point, Co. Clare. Pictured are Seamus and Leona Stack, of Londis Lixnaw

WAR OF INDEPENDENCE DVD LAUNCH

Relatives and local historians who participated in the DVD to mark the War of Independence in North Kerry at its recent launch by Donal Lenihan in Kerry Writers Centre in Listowel.

Front seated: Caitriona Dee, Kathleen Dee, Sheilanne Dee, Norma Sheehan. Back standing: Cara Trant, Iva Pocock, Tom Dillon, Declan Downey, Padraig Horan, Mairead McCarthy, Brian Quille, Margaret Sheehan, Ted Scanlon, Donal Lenihan, Terry O Sullivan, Jimmy Deenihan,Dan Devane, Mick McCabe and Charles Nolan.

A capacity attendance was present at Kerry Writers Centre in Listowel for the launch of the DVD on The War of Independence in North Kerry by former Irish International rugby player Donal Lenihan. Those present included relatives of the individuals who were directly involved in the War of Independence including Iva Pocock a great grandniece of Arthur Vickers and Terry O Sullivan a grandnephew of Tobias O Sullivan. Donal Lenihan referred to his grandfather Jack O Lenihan from Charles St., who was wrongfully sentenced to death for the shooting of District Inspector Tobias O Sullivan and would have been executed but for the truce being announced on July 11th 1921. According to Donal his grandfather was revered in North Kerry afterwards because, although he knew the identity of the 3 IRA men who shot the DI, he never revealed their identity to the authorities and was prepared to die for an action he had no involvement in. The DVD covers the period from the introduction of the Home Rule Bill in 1912 to the Truce on the 11th of July 1921. It was produced by Jimmy Deenihan, edited by Dan Devane, filmed by Charles Nolan with voice over by Joe Stack. You can order a DVD from Kerry Writers Centre at 06822212.

MUSIC, THEATRE AND CHATS AT THE FOLK SALOON

St John’s Theatre is delighted to host a series of Folk Saloons this October, hosted by contemporary folk singer, Larry Beau. The events have been made possible by additional generous funding to the Arts by the Department under the Local Live Performance Programming Scheme. With a speakeasy vibe, the Folk Saloons will host, among others, the legendary Steve Wall of The Stunning fame, Ukrainian baritone Maksym Lozovyi, Tralee based, Kate Dineen, Lyreacrompane’s Lorraine Nash and Listowel’s very own Flyshop Blues Band.

Over three nights in October, song, music and chats await the patrons fortunate enough to reserve a seat at the church theatre. With traditional singer and multi-instrumentalist Cáit Ní Riain on piano and visiting singersongwriter Megan O’Neill, accordionist Bryan O’Leary and many more are the perfect anecdote to the closing in of Autumn evenings. The Folk Saloon events are free but booking is advised.

Elsewhere, theatre events include Luke Cassidy’s Improvised Landscapes on Saturday 8th October, again a funded event by the Department, so no cost to members of the public. An art exhibition launch by Pat O’Connor will take place at 1pm earlier in the day. Pop in for a look!

On 10th October the extraordinary duo Clara-Jumi Kang on violin and Sunwook Kim on piano showcase their outstanding musicianship in a programme of violin sonatas. Dolly & Mick by Seamus Moran plays St John’s Theatre on Wednesday 12th October, a funny, engaging story with a poignant denouement and several live songs of love, disillusion and passion. Tickets are €15

For all events www.stjohnstheatre.ie or 068 22566. Free events are funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Medias #LocalLive Performance and the #NTESS Programming Schemes.

SAN RITA WELLNESS

Welcome to San Rita Wellness weekly column…We hope you are safe and well

Welcome to San Rita Wellness weekly column

Are you still as motivated now in October as you were in the in January?

Think back to the first week in January you were probably highly motivated and looking forward to all the changes you were going to make to improve your overall health and well being.

What changes did you make on the first week in January?

Are those changes still as relevant to you now in October?

• Making healthier food choices

• Becoming more active

• Drink lots of water

• Improving your sleep pattern

Are you still ticking all the boxes or have you eased off with your efforts?

Keeping a journal of the changes you are making is another way of keeping yourself ac countable and on track. Research proves that people who write and keep track of the above things feel far more confident and in control of their weight and wellness.

There are several ways to keep track of the changes that you need to keep doing such as writing into a diary/journal or using an app on your mobile phone .These all help to to be aware and accountable for the improvements you are making in your lifestyle.

Why is it good to write things down?

When you write things down it makes you more aware of exactly what you want to do. It also makes you more committed to following it through. You are also more organized and it puts a plan of action in place.

Does writing things down help you feel better?

It’s simply just writing down your thoughts and feelings to understand them more clearly. And if you struggle with stress, depression, or anxiety, keeping a journal is a great idea. It can help you gain control of your emotions and improve your mental health.

How can writing things down help you be more committed?

By writing things down you can check or review your progress on whether you are achieving your goals. This should be done on a monthly, weekly and daily basis. Be realistic on the goals you want to achieve. Setting an unrealistic goal that does not fit into your own personal lifestyle may not be achievable and leave you feeling like you have failed.

What can we learn from writing things down?

By writing things down we can learn more about ourselves. We can identify our strengths and our weaknesses and be more aware of what we are good at and what we need to improve on. It would create an opportunity to identify where our threats lie and how we avoid them.

How can writing things down keep you accountable?

At San Rita Wellness we encourage our members to keep a tracker or journal of their daily food intake. By writing it down they are more aware, mindful and accountable. When our members check in for their weekly weigh in they are not alone accountable to someone else but they are also focused and motivated.

For extra support and for weekly accountability check us out on Facebook San Rita Well ness or sanritawellness.ie for details of our “In Person Meetings“, “At Home Service“ or our “One to One Service“

NB - Our weekly “In Person Meetings“ take place in Listowel Community Centre every Wednesday and in The Ballybunion Health and Leisure Centre every Thursday. Give us a call on Sandra 087 6718377 or Rita 087 1012174 Until next week, Sandra and Rita

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GAA club at the recent car draw finale at Divanes Salesroom, Castleisland.

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Dan Blake Singles at Ballybunion Golf Club, Vice Captain Paul Morkan, Bob McClure Sponsor, Aidan Hanrahan winner, Dan Blake & President Noel Morkan.

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Listowel Em mets Split The Bucket Draw on 25/09/22. The winner was Eamonn Rea and Michael Mullane from Bruree receiving their cheque of €1,538.50 from Breda McVeigh. They bought their ticket at the races. Next draw will be on 11th of October

Listowel Celtic’s under 12C team who drew 3-3 with Tralee

Bridget Leen presenting the Dinny Leen Memorial All Age Cup to owner Johnny O Keeffe from Lixnaw after the victory of Dresden Dingo at Kilflynn Coursing. Also included are Julianne O Keeffe, Darragh Sheehan, Joan Herbert, Mike Leen, Tom McElligott and trainer John Kelliher. Photo Moss Joe Browne

Matty Dillon is presenting the cup to Vincent Purtill from Ballybunion after Ballinveala Zion won the Reserve Dog Trial Stake at Kilflynn Coursing on Sunday. Also included are Joan Herbert and trainer Kevin Barry. Photo Moss Joe Browne

Listowel Celtic under 13’s who won 3-1 against Aisling Annacotty in National Cup

Listowel Emmets Volunteer of the Year. Sin cere thanks to Sarah Cox for her weekly help coaching the ABC u6 team. A true sports star.

Kerry’s Jack Barry made a welcome visit to Kostal in Abbeyfeale where he met John Baba Dore from Listowel

First Class pupils from Presentation Primary School reading books from their class library

Enjoying a snack during the break at Kilflynn Coursing on Sunday were Ned and Ann Marie Relihan with Nora Raleigh. Photo Moss Joe Browne

Presentation of prizes at Ballybunion Golf Club for the competition sponsored by the Listowel Arms Hotel. Lady Capt. Georgina Keane, Anne O’ Riordan (prize winner), Kevin O’ Callaghan (Sponsor), and Lady President Patricia Boyle

BALLYLONGFORD

G.A.A. SCENE

Club Lotto Results: The Weekly Lotto draw was held at the O’Rahilly G.A.A. Grounds on Saturday 1st Oc tober last and the following are the results: JACKPOT €2,800. Numbers Drawn: 7, 13, 14, 27. There was No Winner. The Five Lucky Dips Winners were €20: Tim McEllistrem, Coolkereagh, €20: Tim Kennelly, Len amore. €20: Ronan Carmody, Bridge Street, €20: Paddy Carmody, Online and the 3 x Free Tickets Ruairi Dennehy, Bridge Street. The next Lotto draw will take place on Saturday 8th October with a JACKPOT of €2,850. Tickets can be purchased from our local ticket sellers, Heaphy’s Centra and Online by clicking on the link https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2338#Anchor . Thanks for your continued support!!

NORTH KERRY FOOTBALL

It is approaching that time of year again when Clubs will compete for the pride of their parishes in this year’s various North Kerry Championship Competitions. Here are some dates that you may wish to pencil in on the Calendar or Diary. Bernard O’Callaghan Memorial Championship in Association with McMunns Bar & Restaurant Ballybunion. Eamon O’Donoghue Memorial Cup. This competition will begin on Sat urday 15th October when Ballyduff play Brosna in Ballyduff. Throw in at 3pm. On Sunday 16th October Tarbert will play Ballydonoghue in Tarbert at 3pm. Then on Saturday 22nd October Ballylongford will play CastleIsland Desmonds at the local field at 3pm while in Listowel: Listowel Emmets will play St Senans at 3pm. Sunday 23rd will see Duagh play Moyvane in Duagh at 1pm while Asdee will play Finuge at Jack Walsh Park Asdee at 3pm. All of these games will carry a finish on the day stipulation. So Championship fever is about to begin.

CULTURE NIGHT

On Thursday the 22nd of September Ballylongford celebrated culture night. The famine plaque on what was formerly Bamburys storehouse was officially unveiled by local historian Donal O’Connor who gave a brilliant oration about the history associated with the area in the famine years. This was followed by a potato and spoon race where Ruben Dennehy beat his opponent from Listowel in the final. Rueben won the prize of 50 euro. Next was the main event the mashed potato eating contest in Finucane’s bar where two plates amounting to 18 scoops of mashed potato laden with butter and double cream were placed in front of the competitors. Who could finish the two plates first would be declared the winner. Jerry Carmody took off like a rocket and had his first plate gone in seconds before coming to a slow down due to the rich nature of the mash. Donal Leahy then pulled away from the rest of the competitors with ultimate ease. Paul Mulvihill finished in second place. Donal won the prize of 50 euro. The large crowd enjoyed a great night of music from Michael Horgan.

FRANCIS XAVIER (FX) XAVIER

Francis Xavier (FX) Martin (1922-2000) was born in Ballylongford 100 years ago last Sunday (2nd of Oc tober 1922). He was the youngest son among five sons and five daughters of Conor Martin, medical prac titioner, and Katherine Martin (née Fitzmaurice). Three of his four brothers also became priests, including Conor Martin, professor of ethics and politics at UCD, and Malachi Martin (an Franciscan priest, and a New York Times bestselling author, famed for performing exorcisms). He joined the Augustinian order of friars in 1941 and was ordained a priest in 1952; he later stated that his choice of religious order was motivated by a preference for the family atmosphere of the Augustinians over the militarism of the Jesuits. He had already embarked on the study of history, taking his BA degree in 1949 at UCD. His subsequent MA thesis (1952) earned him a travelling studentship from the NUI to Peterhouse, Cambridge. There he completed (1959) his doctoral thesis. Martin joined the staff of UCD as an assistant in history in 1959. He was elected chair of medieval history in 1962. F. X. Martin narrowly won the only vote that counted. His work in this role led it to become one of the finest departments of medieval history in the country. He also published many books on Irish history. In 1976, he was elected chairman of the Friends of Medieval Dublin, and this led him into the campaign for which he is best remembered: ‘Save Wood Quay’. Wood Quay was the proposed location for the erection of civic offices by Dublin Corporation, but also a very important archaeological site for the exploration of Viking settlements in Dublin. Martin led with determination in the campaign to preserve the site. Ultimately, he failed to prevent the erection of the civic offices, despite appeals to both the courts and public opinion, but he did gain an invaluable delay, which allowed excava tions on the site to be concluded. His campaign also highlighted the importance of preserving Ireland’s heritage and ensured that future discoveries would be treated differently. He also served as a member of the Irish Manuscripts Commission from August 1963 and was elected a member of the RIA in 1967. The Martin’s were a fascinating family and Malachi and FX both born in Ballylongford are known globally.

TARBERT BINGO

Tarbert Bingo will return on tonight Wednesday October 5th at 8.30 in Tarbert Community Centre and the committee have decided to host monthly Bingo on the first Wed. of each month. Prizes will be in line with attendance. Your support would be greatly appreciated. All welcome.All are very welcome.

TARBERT POST OFFICE

Note in from Michelle Woods at Tarbert Post Office Tarbert Post Office to say: Going on holidays this year, the post office stock sterling, American- Australian and Canadian dollars & Zlotty. We also provide a cur rency card to manage travel money securely. Banking at the post office- AIB & Bank of Ireland customers can lodge & withdraw cash at the post office. Ulster Bank customers can lodge cash.

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LOTTO DRAW

The results of the weekly Ballyduff GAA Club, Lady’s Walk Hurling Club and the Ballyduff Community Games Commit tee Lotto Draw for Tuesday September 27th are as follows: The numbers drawn were 9, 13 and 20 and the Bonus num ber was 9. There was no winner of the €16,300 Jackpot or the €400 prize for Match Three. The €20 consolation prize winners were Breda Bambury, Ballyhorgan; Sineád Holly, Glin; Gary O’Brien, Bishopscourt. The Lotto Draw takes place on each Tuesday night at the GAA Clubrooms. Tickets cost €2.50 each and are available at the local shops and busi nesses and from members of the promoting Clubs. Remem ber “If you are not in you can’t win” You may also play the Lotto online at www.ballyduffgaa.com.

CLOTHES COLLECTION

On Thursday October 20th Cash for Clobber will collect reus able items of clothing, bed linen (No continental quilts or pillows), paired shoes, belts, handbags, towels and curtains from Sliabh a’Mhadra National School.

We are making a very special appeal to you to ask neigh bours, relatives and friends who have not got children at tending this school, to clear out their attics and presses and add to our collection. The money we receive enables us to provide extra resources and opportunities for our pupils. Therefore, we would appeal to you to drop off any items of clothing you no longer need and also spread the word amongst your acquaintances. A big thank you to all who contributed to our last collection which was a great success. Clothes can be dropped in the shelter here at the school on the evening of the 19th of October or from early morning to 10.00am on October 20th.

TIDY TOWNS

In Tralee this Friday 7th & Saturday 8th October, Ballyduff Tidy Towns and other county wide groups will take part in “From the Ground Up” - a free event & celebration of com munity leadership and Biodiversity initiatives in Kerry. Enjoy many stalls, free workshops and panel discussions. Details and how to attend at bit.ly/FTGUTK.

BUDS RESOURCE CENTRE

Buddies Childcare Halloween Camp: Tuesday 1st to Friday 4th November – Time 9.00am to 1.00 pm Fee €50 Limited places Contact (066) 7148895

Baby and Toddler Group: Day Thursday morning is a time to meet New Mums and the Calendar of Events to be planned

Venue: Bud’s Centre Ballyduff Time: 9.30am-10.30am. Fee: €3 per Family Refreshments: Tea/ Coffee/Juice/Fruit New and Old Members All Welcome For more information contact Liz on 087 1519234 Reception 066 7148883

Michael Murphy School of Irish Dancing: Venue: Bud’s Centre Ballyduff, Day: Tuesday, Times: 2.00pm – 3.00pm and 3.00pm 4.00pm. Contact Michael at 087 2133866

Ballyduff Men’s Shed Breakfast Club: Every Friday Morning 9.00am – 12.00noon Full Irish Breakfast, Mini Breakfast, Vegetarian & Healthy Options with Tea/Coffee also available. Price €6.00 Every one welcome

AA Meetings: For information on Days and times of meet ings contact Reception at (066)7148883

ST. BRENDANS A.C.

Cross Country: St Brendan’s AC had another good day at the Kerry Athletics juvenile uneven ages and masters cross country championships in a sunny Killarney. There was a silver medal for Jack in the U9 boys’ race and silver team medals for the U11 boys team of Conor, Corey, Cody, Seán and John. There were also silver team medals for the U17 boys, Zach, Aaron and Jamie. Well done to all the juveniles who competed and again all athletes finished the course. The O65 masters race saw Willie O’Riordan take the silver medal and David Kissane the bronze. The team took the gold medals and was completed by James O’Dowd in his first cross country championships and Pat Sheehy com pleted the team. The O35 team ran well in their race with Thomas McCarthy, Pádraig Regan, William Brick and Artur Nowak running well over the smooth terrain. The club had 27 athletes in action and all enjoyed the experience and many of our throwers and jumpers took part.

Training: Juvenile training begins in the ARC this Wednes day evening at 6.00pm and cross country training continues on Friday at Walnut Grove at 6.00pm.

Fixtures: This coming Sunday the Kerry Athletics juvenile cross country relays, as well as the county senior and mas ters cross country championships will be staged in Killar ney. Teams will be picked at training this week. Club information may be had from the secretary on 087 7985557 or at stbrendansa.c.kerry@gmail.com.

COISTE NA NÓG

Club Shop Now Open: Our pop-up shop is now open until 16th October 2022. This is a pre-order shop, all orders will be processed together after 16th October and will be de livered within 4-6 weeks of that date. Great gift ideas for both home and abroad. To access the club shop, simply go to https://clubshop.bodibro.ie/en-uk/store/ballyduff-gaa

U15: Congratulations to our U15 footballers who advanced to the next round of the North Kerry U15 Championship af ter defeating Beale on Sunday. Beale had the stronger start and had already registered a score in the first minute fol lowed by a goal soon after. The Ballyduff boys steadied the ship and responded with a goal, and all this within the first five minutes. Our boys drove on from there and managed to score another 2 – 4 before Beale responded with a point. The second half was more evenly matched with both teams trading points but Ballyduff managed to hold their lead and ran out comfortable winners in the end.

BALLYDUFF GAA NEWS

Patsy McKenna RIP: Sympathy is extended to the family of Patsy who died during the week. He gave huge service to a lot of organisations in the parish – Community Council, Credit Union, Youth Club, Pioneer Total Abstinence Associa tion, Parish Council, Fine Gael Party, Cashen Drainage Com mittee and Ladies Walk GAA were among the organisations he served. A Guard of Honour from all these groups was formed at his funeral on Wednesday. He is survived by his wife Ann-Maria, son Sean, daughters Aileen & Michelle, Sisters Katherine, Eileen and Norma, Uncles Denis and Jimmy, grandchildren and a large circle of friends .May he Rest In Peace.

Danny O’Brien RIP: The death has occurred of Danny O’Brien, Dublin and late of Ballyduff at a young age. Danny played hurling and football for Ballyduff before he moved to Dublin. He was a member of the Kerry minor Hurling team that won the Special Minor Hurling Championship in 1979 .He is survived by his wife Rose, daughter Sinead, son Derek, sisters Kate and Mags, nieces & nephews to whom sincere sympathy is extended.

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North Kerry Football: Ballyduff play their first round game in the North Kerry Senior Football Championship on Octo ber 15th with time and venue to be confirmed.

New Pitch: It is very disappointing to find that people (young and old) have been seen on the new pitch after it was recently refurbished. The Contractors spent a huge amount of time trying to make it perfect and did a fine job and to find empty beer cans and other rubbish on the pitch is very disappointing. So please give the seeds a chance to germinate and hopefully we will have a pitch that we can be proud of

BALLYBUNION

ST. JOHNS GOLF CLASSIC

A golf classic in aid of the St John’s Restoration Fund will be played in Ballybunion this Friday October 7th. Teams of four €200 and timesheets will run from 8am to 4pm. Entries to the Parish Office: 068 27102 or Fr. Sean Hanafin 087 8341083. Thank you in anticipation of your support.

BALLYBUNION CCÉ

A reminder that music classes will begin this Friday 7th in St Joseph Sec School.

Registration is also available on Friday €6 per child, family membership €20. For more information on classes/ times/ registration and hire of instruments Contact Betty 087 9662902.

John Fennel Set Dancing Ltd Will be starting lessons in St Joseph’s Secondary School Hall on Saturday 8th October Enquiries contact John 087 9941466 or Deirdre 086 8429548.

FIRE SHOW

The Festival of Samháin is about to begin, and a Fire Show with Druids, Funky Techno DJ, Fire Dragon and some Giant Goths, will take place at the Castle Green in Ballybunion on Sunday October 23rd (time to be decided). This is a free show, An explosion of fire, light & skill. The show will be on for an hour which is part of An Turas MórHomecoming Kerry.

CONDOLENCES

We would like to express our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Timmy Buckley, 2 Ozanam Villas, Sandhill Park. And also to Tommy Gleeson and his family on the death of his sister Margaret Taylor (née Gleeson) of Glin Co. Limerick and formerly of Tullahinell, Asdee. May they both Rest In Peace.

ABBA SHOW IN THE TINTEÁN

Waterloo combines stunning vocals with a high quality of musicianship and harmonies. This sensational show takes you back in time with all your favourites guaranteed. Between them they have appeared and performed in the no 1 theatres around Ireland and the UK, along with TV shows. This is a high energy show with replica cos tumes, dazzling dance moves and plenty of audience participation; always left cheering for more. Ireland’s answer to ABBA, Waterloo has been voted the best ABBA show and most authentic ABBA tribute of all time. Performing here in the Tintean on Saturday 15th October 2022. Get your tickets now at www.tintean.ie

KERRY COMMUNITY AWARDS

Kerry Community annual awards were made at the Dromhall Hotel in Killarney on 22nd Sept. Twenty community groups had been selected from an entry of over one hundred to go into the final. Ballybunion Community Forum were amongst the finalists and came home with a silver award and a cheque for €500. Thanks to everyone who has supported and continues to support the Ballybunion Community Forum.

TAEKWON-DO BALLYBUNION

Taekwon-do Classes are ongoing in Ballybunion Community Centre upstairs hall, on Wednesday evening for be ginners aged 5yrs+, teens and adults and on Friday evenings for beginner teens and adults. Great for confidence, balance, co-ordination, fitness, self-defense, self-discipline and its fun. Beginners are always welcome - if inter ested please contact Michael on 087 9245637

ADULTS TAEKWON-DO

Adults Taekwon-do classes will be held in Ballybunion Community Centre on Fridays from 7.10pm-8.30pm. Phone or text Mike 0879245637

FAIRY DOOR COMPETITION

€50 Euro voucher PRIZE for our Halloween Fairy doors hunt. Thanks to Dominic Butler of Ballybunion Merchandise. Ballybunion Fairy doors hunt is a 100% FREE event held once a month. The only single entry issue is that all chil dren must be accompanied by a parent at all times. No parent equals no entry. No exceptions. Ballybunion Fairy doors hunt accepts no responsibility for your welfare or safety. Rules will be explained on the day. Meeting at the 3 flags down the Castle Green at 3pm on Halloween afternoon. You will need a fully functional camera phone with

a charged up battery. Competition takes one hour. Medals for first, second and third with the winner taking a €50 voucher for Ballybunion Merchandise.

NORTH KERRY HARRIERS AGM

Will take place this Friday the 7th of October at 8pm sharp at the Railway Bar, Ballybunion. For Discussion: Hunt Insurance & Waivers, Financing the Club - Membership, Cap & Visitors fees, Hunt dates to be decided upon for 22/23 season, Tralee Point to Point 2022 & 2023. This is an excellent opportunity to discuss the past & upcoming year’s events and to put forward any ideas/suggestions to improve the club. We kindly ask ALL members to attend in order to have your say in your club. All submissions for discussion must be forwarded to the Secretary Shannon O’Mahony, those bringing forward a topic must be present to discuss the same on the night.

HALLOWEEN MARKET

Halloween Market is on Sunday 23rd Oct from 12.30pm to 4pm in Ballybunion Community Centre. Live Music, Spooky Tunes, Market stalls, food and drink. Entry is free.

EAST 73RD

Winter Opening hours in Ballybunion. We are still available for phone orders and telephonic queries on Mon, Tues & Wed even though the shop is closed. Store will be open Thursday - Sunday. Ballybunion: 068-25712

BALLYBUNION ACTIVE RETIREMENT

Ballybunion active retirement group are resuming weekly meetings in the old convent, Doon road every Wednes day at 2pm. We look forward to seeing all our members and would like to extend a warm welcome to anyone who would like to join us for the first time. Creative writing classes, art workshops, yoga, visits to the theatre and day trips are some of our activities. You can contact Pat Buckley on 086 3561 615.

BALLYBUNION PARENT & TODDLER GROUP

The Parent & Toddler group will be back every Wednesday 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. Cost is €3 per family which includes snacks and group outings. For more information please contact Laura on 087 057 3384.

KERRY COMMUNITY AWARDS

Kerry Community annual awards were made at the Dromhall Hotel in Killarney on 22nd Sept. Twenty community groups had been selected from an entry of over one hundred to go into the final. Ballybunion Community Forum were amongst the finalists and came home with a silver award and a cheque for €500. Thanks to everyone who has supported and continues to support the Ballybunion Community Forum.

HOW TO RELAX CLASSES

This class teaches people a very practical step by step approach on how to control your thoughts, relax your mind and practise what we call meditation. The course includes yoga breathing techniques, meditation, stress manage ment and NLP- a technique that shows you how to achieve goals in life. Bring a yoga mat, some paper and a pen, All welcome to attend. Private group and individual sessions are also available. Contact Grainne 087 9762862 or email energiseme.ie@gmail.com

AUTUMN WELLBEING RETREAT KERRY

A weekend to reflect, reset and restore hosted by 4 facilitators, Marian Relihan, Katie O’Brien, Susan Browne, & Cathy Healy, all bringing something very special to the weekend. Taking place just outside Ballybunion the weekend of 4th, 5th & 6th November - Workshops, Creative Writing, Activities in Nature, Visualisation, Medita tion, Yoga, Games,Vegetarian Meals & Refreshments, Accommodation, 10 minutes from the sea, 12 Activities & Workshops, FRIDAY – SUNDAY, €295 if booked before 10th Oct - Early Bird price, €325 after 10th Oct . Plus Ac commodation €100-140 for the weekend. Limited Saturday 9.30 - 8pm + Lunch and evening meal, Day Tickets €99 early bird price if booked before 10th Oct, €135 after 10th Oct. Contact hello@katiebridget for more details.

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.

Photo of all the winners of the Listowel Arms sponsored competition in Ballybun ion Golf Club at the weekend. In the photo are Back Row: Ann O’ Riordan, Anne Marie Carroll, Margaret McAuliffe, Susan Gilmore Kettler, Deirdre Keating and Tess Noonan. Seated: Lady President Patricia Boyle, Kevin O’ Callaghan (Sponsor) and Lady Captain Geprgina Keane

Photo taken at the presentation of prizes by the Ballybnuion La dies Committee for the recent competition sponsored by Tae Lane Boutique, Listowel. Back: Lorraine Canty, Geraldine Gallagher, Mary Horgan, Mary Hickey Keane and Susan Gilmore Kettler. Seated: Lady President Patricia Boyle, Overall winner, Maureen Culhane, Eleanor O’ Sullivan representing the sponsor, Clodagh O’ Sullivan,Tae Lane Boutique and Lady Captain Georgina Keane

Photo from the recent presentation of prizes at Ballybunion Golf Club for the competition sponsored by the Listowel Arms Hotel. Lady Captain and prize winner Georgina Keane, Kevin O’ Callaghan, (Sponsor), and Lady President Patricia Boyle

TARBERT

TARBERT

Email; tarbertnews@outlook.com or telephone Patrick Lynch at 068/ 36117 on or before 7pm Sun day.

DEATHS

There was widespread sadness in the parish when the news broke early on Sunday 25 September of the unexpected death of Jane Kiely, Main Street Tarbert and originally from Eades, Naas County Kildare. Jane who was aged 74 reposed at her home on Sunday and Monday. Requiem Mass was celebrated in St Mary’s Church, Tarbert on Tuesday 27 September by Fr Eugene O’Cadhla, Ballyfer riter, cousin, Fathers John O’Connor and Philip O’Connell, Tarbert and Fr Tom Bardon, Kenagh, County Longford. St Mary’s Choir and the Kiely family performed the liturgical hymn service. Burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Shortly after qualifying as a hairdresser, Jane answered an adver tisement for a hairdresser in Ballybunion some 55 years ago. Here she met her future husband Denis Kiely from Tarbert and they were married in 1971. They remained happily married for 52 years in Tarbert rearing a family of six girls and one boy. Jane opened a hairdressing salon in Doonard Lower which she worked from 1984 to 1995. She always had a pleasant smile and was very considerate to the elderly whom she visited in their homes. A woman of many talents she worked for two years in Kostal, Abbeyfeale and worked for Tote Ireland at various racecourses during weekends. She was always upskilling and in 2004 she worked in administration in the IT Education Centre, Tralee ar ranging courses for teachers. There was a large attendance at her funeral, testimony to the esteem in which she and her family were held. Sympathy of the community is extended to her husband Denis, her children Denise, Oonagh, Aisling, Claire, Deirdre, Denis and Vivienne, 15 grandchildren, extended family, relatives and friends.

Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr John O’Connor on Saturday 1 October in St Mary’s Church Tarbert for the late Bernadette Webbe (née McDonnell,) Dooncaha, Tarbert and late of Stoke on Trent, Eng land. Bernadette, daughter of the late Billie and Rose McDonnell, (née Cregan) died on 11 February after celebrating her 46th. birthday. She had bravely fought a long 15 - year battle with cancer. After the Requiem Mass her cremated remains were interred in the adjoining cemetery with her parents Billie and Rose. Sympathy of the community is again extended to her husband John, her daughters Abbie and Cara, brothers Alfred and Michael in Tarbert, to her sisters Mary Bridget and Roseanne and to her extended family.

The death also took place of Patricia Keenaghan (née Cunniffe) of Ferbane, County Offaly and late of Doonard Crescent, Tarbert. Patricia who was aged 80 died on Saturday 1 October at Ferbane Nursing Home. She was predeceased by her late husband Ollie who died on 8 June last. She reposed at her home on Sunday 2 October and Requiem Mass took place on Monday 3 October at the Church of the Immaculate Conception Ferbane followed by interment in Kilrehan Cemetery with her husband Ollie. In 1970 with the commissioning of Tarbert Power Station she and Ollie who was on the ESB staff moved to take up residence in the new ESB staff houses at Doonard Crescent, Tarbert. Here they reared a family of three boys and a girl who all attended the local schools. Ollie retired from the ESB in 2000 and having sold his house at No.16 Doonard Crescent he and Patricia returned to Ferbane where they were both born and reared. Sympathy of the community is again extended to the family, to Audrey, Brendan, Declan and Barry and their Tarbert friends and neighbours.

Sympathy also to Anne Enrightand family, Doonard Crescent on the recent death of her brother-inlaw, Thomas Enright, Cahara, Glin.

Beannacht Dé agus Solas na bhFlaitheas le h-anamacha na marbh go léir agus in iothlann Dé go gcastar sinn.

TARBERT WRITERS AND FRIENDS

The Fourth in a series of Readings will feature Dan O’Connor, Dr Declan Downey and Kevin Hurley and will take place on Sunday next October 9 at 5pm in the Bridewell. Patrick Lynch will present for Kevin Hurley and will focus on his novel ‘September will tell’. The event is free but donations are ap preciated and will go the Friends of the Earth, environmental charity. For further information please contact organiser Priscilla Donovan at 087 / 7605551.

ROSARY

The Rosary will be prayed every Wednesday during the month of October at 7.30pm at the Marian Shrine in the Square, Tarbert starting this Wednesday 5 October. Fáilte roimh gach éinne.

CLOTHES COLLECTION

A reminder that the Shannonside Women’s group are holding a clothes collection in the Church car park on Thursday 13 October from 8am to 10.30a.m. The proceeds are in aid of Bru Columbanus, Cork and the Kerry Palliative Care, Kerry General Hospital. Tralee. Your support would be greatly ap preciated.

TRAD NIGHT

Tarbert Community Centre will host a Trad night on Friday 7 October at 8.30pm. The event is in aid of the Centre and if you want to hear the best of traditional music and song come along and join Donie and friends in what promises to be an enjoyable night and admission is €5

TARBERT BRIDEWELL ARE HOLDING A NATIONAL HOSPICE COFFEE MORNING

On the 7th October from 9.30 - 4.30. Your support would be greatly appreciated!

Tarbert Bridewell change in opening hours from the 1st of October, Monday to Friday 9.30 - 4.30 and Saturday and Sunday 10 - 4.00.

TARBERT ACTIVE RETIREMENT (OVER 55’S)

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.

LIXNAW

ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH

Mass Times: Saturday 8th October at 7.30pm for Eileen Bro snan, Upper Tullig, Kilflynn (Month’s Mind Mass); Denis Fe aly, The Village, Lixnaw (Month’s Mind Mass; Noel Sheehy, The Village.

IRREMORE CHURCH: Mass times: Sunday 9th October at 11.00am for Michael, Joan & James Buckley, Irremore.

RATHEA CHURCH: Mass times: Sunday 9th October at 9.30am for Gerald Barry.

OBITUARY

The death recently occurred of Patrick Joseph (Pat Joe) Con way, Toronto and formerly of Derrivrin, Lixnaw. Sympathy to his wife Joyce; his children: Michael, Brian, Denise, Sean; his brother Donie and all the extended Conway family. May he rest in peace.

HOSPICE

A Hospice Coffee Morning will be held next Saturday 8th October in J.J. Walsh’s Bar, from 10.30am to 1.00pm and af ter evening Mass. Be sure to drop in, if you are around for a cuppa, cake and a chat. Your support is greatly appreciated.

LIXNAW COMMUNITY GAMES

Lixnaw Community Games would like to wish Paddy Larkin, Gortacloghane, the very best of luck this weekend with the U.13 1200m Cross Country team. The Kerry team will be competing at the Nationals next Saturday, 8th October, in Navan, Co. Meath. Ciarraí Abú.

LIXNAW GAA

SPLIT THE BUCKET DRAW:

Congratulations to Catherine Kelliher, Banemore, on win ning €109 in the Split the Bucket Draw. Next draw will take place in The Railway Bar. Thanks for your continued support.

KILFLYNN

KILFLYNN CITY RUNNING GROUP

Couch to 5K is back!!!! So if you are seeking to get out and about, meet new friends and gain a healthier body and mind in the process why not get involved. This really is a relaxed and fun environment. Each person’s targets and goals are their own. Encouragement and companionship are what the group provides.

All abilities and ages are welcome so why not come along to the Kilflynn community walkway at Crotta Gaa, Droma kee, Kilflynn on Sundays 10am - 11am and Wednesdays

7- 8pm. All we ask is a voluntary €2 contribution for each session with all funds raised being used for Crotta Field Development which provides playing facilities for all GAA teams from U5’s - Senior players within our fantastic com munity

PARKER’S PUB

Music, Songs and Craic with Dreams of Freedom at 10.00P.M on Saturday Night 10th October

ABBEYDORNEY/KILFLYNN ACTIVE RETIRED

Are meeting Wednesday, 12th October (10.30am to 1.30pm) in the Community Hall where a meal will be served. Any enquiries please contact 066 7135831. New members are most welcome.

KILFLYNN TODDLER GROUP

The Kilflynn toddler group meets up every Thursday mornings in St. Columbus Centre, Kilflynn at 10.00-11.30 am. Please come yourself and bring some friends, plenty of toys, laughter, chats and finally that hot cuppa with some sweets. See you there!

CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS

The Crotta hurling club weekly lotto draw was held on

NORTH KERRY INTERMEDIATE FINAL:

Best wishes to the team and mentors when they play St. Brendans in the final on Sunday in Lerrig at 1pm having de feated Causeway by 3-15 to 2-12 in the semi-final recently. The Under 16 team are scheduled to play Ballyduff in the North Kerry A championship in Hermitage Park on Monday evening, October 3rd at 6.15pm.

FIELD DEVELOPMENT

There is a lot of anticipation and excitement locally as the Ballwall and AstroTurf facility is nearing completion. The progress of this development has aroused much attention and many interested observers. It promises to be a tre mendous addition which should benefit all club members and the entire community. The generous support for the Car Raffle last year as well as the funding received from the Sports Capital Fund and Leader has facilitated this major development progressing. We would like to appeal to everyone not to enter the Astroturf facility until all the work has been completed in order to comply with Insurance regulations. It will be available for use in a few weeks time and will be well worth the brief waiting period between now and then.

HURLING CLUB LOTTO DRAW

Jackpot €9,000. Numbers drawn were: 2, 4, 6, 8. No jackpot winner. €20 winners: Eabha & Kyle Hussey, Dysert; Tom Kennedy, Finuge; James Flaherty, Tullacrimmin. Next draw will take place on Mon day 3rd October. Jackpot will be €9,050.

ST SENAN’S GAA CLUB

Monday 19/09/2022, Jackpot €6,000. There was no jackpot winner: Numbers drawn: 3, 5, 18, 24. Lucky Dip €30 win ners: Mairead Slemon, Rathea; Tommy Lundie, Mountcoal. Lucky Dip €20 winners: T.J. Galvin, Mountcoal; Mossie McEl ligott, Upper Tullig: Eamon Canty, Banemore. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. Next week’s draw will take place at the Clubhouse Mountcoal and Jackpot will be €6,100. Tickets are available at Kelly’s Six Crosses, The Halfway Bar, play on line or from any Club Officer. Thanks for continued support.

Monday 3rd September at Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn. The Four numbers drawn out of the drum by the inde pendent observer: Graham Harris, Clounsillagh, Lixnaw were 8,15,23 and 31.

There was no winner of the 3,400 Jackpot. Congratula tions to the following who won €35 in the lucky dip draw:

Johnny McGlynn, Ennismore, Listowel, Mark O’Callaghan, Abbeydorney and Helen Maunsell, Cahernade, Abbeydor ney The next draw will take place in Herbert’s Bar, Kilflynn on Monday 10th October at 10.30p.m with a €3,500 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, Ab beydorney Post Office or from Club ticket sellers. Many thanks to all who contribute to our weekly Club Lotto. The Club cannot emphasise enough the importance of our members promoting the Club Lotto among family, friends and work colleagues. Your continued support is greatly appreciated.

GARVEY’S COUNTY SFC GROUP 4 ROUND 3

Congratulations and well done to the Feale Rangers Sen ior players and their management especially the Crotta players Cillian Trant (Midfield) (0-01), Barry Mahony (Cen tre forward) (1-02), Rory Mahony came on a sub (52) and Seán Weir who booked their place in the Garvey’s Super Valu County Senior Football Championship quarter final spot against reigning Kerry SFC champions Austin Stacks at Templenoe on Sunday 25th September when the they defeated the home side on a final score line of Templenoe 0-10 to Feale Rangers 1-14. The action will get underway with the clash of Feale Rangers and Austin Stacks in Tralee at 5.30pm on the Saturday evening, with the clash of Dr Crokes and Dingle to follow at 7.30pm. in Austin Stack Park on Saturday,8th October.

Winners of the September Ballybunion Fairy Doors Hunt. 1st place Fionn Mulvihill, 2nd place Ruairi Mc Carthy, 3rd place Harper Leigh Quilligan. Organised by Karl White & sponsored by Kilcooleys Country House Hotel

Attending the Kilflynn Coursing on Saturday were Darren Houlihan, Pat Murphy, Oliver Healy, John Harty and Mike Condon. Photo Moss Joe Browne

Listowel Celtics under 13 girls who were in action at the weekend

Listowel Celtic’s under 12 Boys who were in action at the weekend

Local friends enjoying a chat at William St., Listowel last weekend were Sara Allen, John McDaid and P.J. Kelliher with his dog Foxy. Photo Moss Joe Browne

Listowel’s Billy Keane and Eileen Kelliher pictured in Spain last Tuesday

Enjoying a sunshine Saturday at Kilflynn Coursing were Seamus Kelly & his granddaughter Emily Nolan from Lisselton with the Carr family Irene, Sean & Cathal from Asdee. Photo Moss Joe Browne

The Finuge U15 team who played in the North Kerry League Division 1 Final against Listowel Emmets

Presentation of prizes at Ballybunion Golf Club for the competition sponsored by the Listowel Arms Hotel. Lady Capt Georgina Keane, Margaret McAuiffe (prize winner), Kevin O’ Callaghan (Sponsor), and Lady President Patricia Boyle

LISTOWEL EMMETS

Annual Club Draw

Our Annual draw will take place again for 2022/23, with €8,500 worth of Prizes, each month. An annual ticket costs €60 for 12 monthly draws which equates to , €5 per month, tickets can be purchased from a committee mem ber or now available quickly online and easily through our website https://lis towelemmetsgaa.com . For further information please contact Brenda Pierse 0876763386 or Deirdre Healy 0876715295.

Congratulations to Eamonn Rea of Bruree, Co. Limerick who won €1,538.50 in last week’s Split the Bucket, Eamonn bought his ticket at the Listowel Races.

We would like to sincerely thank all the committee that went out and sold tickets during the races and especially thank the businesses of our town that continue to support our Split the Bucket by allowing us to place buckets in their premises. Our next draw is Tuesday 11th October in the clubhouse at 8pm all welcome.

LISTOWEL CELTIC

Draw 03/10/22 - Numbers Drawn13-17-26-28

Jackpot not won - Lucky DipWinners

€40 Jack Brown c/o Marinas

€20 Mike Brosnan c/o Brosnans

€20 Aidan O’Connor c/o Mikes

€20 Dublin Joe c/o Jets

€20 Christy Hartnett c/o Saddle

Next Draw 10/10/22 - Jackpot €5,050

Listowel Celtic Academy continues next Sunday morning.

U7’s Boys Born 2016/17 9.30am-10.30am

U8’s Boys Born 2015. 9.30am-10.30am

U9’s Boys Born 2014 10.45am-11-45am

U10’s Boys Born 2013 12 noon - 1pm

U8’s Girls Born 2015/16/17 10.45am-11.45am

U10’s Girls Born 2013/14 10.45am-11.45am

Help is required from parents for the running of the academy each Sunday morning so please speak to Mark if you are available.

Contact Mark Loughnane (087) 211 9172

BEALE GAA

Our juniors travelled to Knockanure to take on Duagh in the long- awaited North Kerry final. We were on the back foot from the throw in and our op ponents had raised the white flag four times before we finally got on the scoreboard. But we turned it around and went in at the interval on level terms on four points apiece.

We drove on for there and lead by 1-6 to 0-7 going into the last quarter. Duagh attempted to fight back but we held firm, and the final score was in our favour, 1-9 to 0-8. Surrounded by jubilant team, management and supporters, Beale captain, Conor Toomey, was presented with the winning trophy by PJ Mulvihill, secretary of the Noth Kerry Board.

Beale: Tommy O’Neill, Andrew O’Connor, John Blake, Darragh Hanrahan, John Martin Horgan, Joe Finch, Daithí Toomey, Daniel Hayes, Seán Maloney, Conor Toomey (capt), Rory Mulvihill, Callum McSweeney, Eric Daly, Barry O’Mahony and Colm Carolan. Substitutes: Mark Hennessy for Eric Daly, Pâdraig Holly for Rory Mulvihill, Shane Joy for John Blake, Barry O’Neill for Colm Carolan, Ber nard O’Callaghan for John Martin Horgan, Thomas Pierce, Dermot Cummins, Philip Hornyak, Jack O’Sullivan, Jake O’Connell, David Hennessy, Wayne Hayes, Barry Ryan, Aaron Kelly, Ben Murphy and Pádraig Murphy.

There was no jackpot winner and no Match-3 winners in this week’s Beale Lotto. Numbers drawn were 11, 13, 15 and 32. Lucky dips winners each won €25: John Farrell, Martin Costelloe and (online) Joe McCormack and Patrick Stack. Next week’s jackpot is €1,800. The draw takes place on Sunday night in The Olde Attic at 9 o’clock. A huge ‘míle buíochas’ to everyone who supports and promotes the Beale Lotto.

Tickets, €2 each or 3 for a fiver, are available in Joyce’s Newsagents or in the local pubs. 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 must be registered by 6.00pm on the day of the draw – entries after 6.00pm will be entered in the next draw.

The Best of Kerry awards finsl was held last Thursday night in Tralee and, even though we didn’t bring any Top Prize back to the seaside, we were delighted to be shortlisted in the Top 5 for Best Club Jersey. Míle buíochas to everyone who nominated and voted Beale GAA.

A great night with local businesses, Joyce’s Newsagent, Beauty by The Beach and Sundaes also present. Congratulations to all the winners and ‘thank you’ to Radio Kerry and Lee Strand for putting together a great event.

Congratulations to Kilconly NS on winning the North Kerry Cumann na mBun scol final on Monday. The winning trophy was presented to team captain, Max Ryan, by Bríd Griffin, Secretary of Beale GAA Club. Huge congrats to players and team management. Special thanks to referee, Patrick O’Sullivan.

BALLYDONOGHUE GAA

Lotto Draw results: The numbers drawn for 30th September 2022, were as fol lows; 5, 9, 17, 31. The Jackpot was €7,200 and there was no jackpot winner.

The following won 30 euro lucky dips; Áine Riordan - Online.

John Mc Glynn - Online.

Tristan Hennessy - Bedford.

James Flavin - Bridge Road.

Jennifer Enright- Dromerin Cross. The following won three free tickets: Dermot O’ Connor - Online.

Kevin Cremin - Ballydonoghue.

Jennifer O’ Mahony - Ballydonoghue. Next Jackpot will be €7,300 and it will take place Friday 7th October 2022 in the Clubhouse.

Results: North Kerry League Division 2 Minor Final Northern Gaels v Tarbert took placebon October 2nd @ 1pm in Listowel. The final score was Northern Gaels 3-8 v Tarbert 3-15.

MOYVANE GAA

There was no winner of the €2,800 jackpot

Numbers drawn were 3, 13, 22 and 27 Lucky dips:

1. Chris Larkin, Ardfert

2. Ursula Enright, Moyvane

3. Siobhan Behan, Online

4. Diarmuid Leahy, Online

5. Enda Galvin, Fingue

Tickets are available Online by following the link on Moyvane GAA Facebook Page. All online entries to be registered by 6pm on the day of the draw. Entries after 6pm will be entered in the next draw.

Tickets also available at Enright’s Bar, Speedy’s Bar, Hanrahans Bar,Kennellys Homevalue Hardware, Holly’s Gala, Stack’s Butchers, Corridan’s Garage, New townsandes Co-op, A New U and Curl Up & Dye. You can also contact any Com mittee Member. Next Weeks Jackpot is €3,000 and will be held in Enrights Bar Sunday the 9th of October at 8:30pm As always thank you for your continued support. #UpTheBoro

FINUGE GAA

CLUB FUNDRAISER: Our major fundraiser came to a very successful conclusion last weekend when the winner of the car draw was announced. Congratula tions to Conor Keane of Clieveragh Listowel on his win! Everyone in the club wishes Conor the very best with many years of happy and safe motoring ahead. This initiative has been a huge success for the club selling all tickets available and raising much needed funds for the development of juvenile playing facilities as well as improving the existing ones. The club would like to thank everyone who purchased a ticket or helped support this in any way. Another big thank you to those business that allowed us sell tickets on their premises - these were 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 Market Street, Garvey’s SuperValu and Larry Buckley Butchers in Listowel, along with Powers Shop in Abbeydorney. Club officers will be working in the background to get the best value for these proceeds and to maximise the benefit for the club and our community.

FINUGE/ST SENANS LADIES: Sunday was a huge day for the Senior Ladies team as they contested their first senior county championship final in only their sec ond year as a senior team! The vastly experienced Southern Gaels provided the opposition and what a day it turned out to be. Getting off to a great start, SG fought back and only a few points separated the sides at any time throughout. FSS took the lead late on only for SGs to peg it back and the teams finished level at normal time. Extra time was then played and again the teams finished level. So, it came down to free kicks and again they were level after the round of five kicks. Then sudden death was played out and Southern Gaels kicked over the winner after a FSS miss and so took the title. The team and everyone associated should be really proud of their achievements. Well done ladies on a fantastic year and providing everyone with a really great final - we are eagerly looking forward to next year already!

U15: Our boys played the McElligott Oils of Asdee sponsored North Kerry League Division 1 Final against Listowel last Sunday in Ballylongford. Listowel got off to the right start with an early goal and led at halftime 2-07 to 1-08. However, our boys battled really hard in the second half and had it level with a few minutes remaining. Unfortunately, Listowel would kick the winning point and take the title by the slimmest margin with the game finishing Finuge 2-10, Listowel 2-11. Our boys still have the championship to look forward to, having received a bye in the first round. Teams remaining are Finuge, St Sen ans, Ballyduff and the winners of Tarbert V Listowel. The final of this competi tion is slated for the 30th of October.

U13: The U13s are training and preparing for their North Kerry Championship final after their win over St Senans in the semi-final. The final for the Tommy Madden Cup against Listowel will be played on Sunday the 23rd of October at 12pm in Coolard.

FEALE RANGERS: After claiming three wins from three games in the group stages, Rangers are into the County Championship quarterfinal against Austin Stacks. This game will be played this Saturday at 5:30pm in Austin Stack Park. The best of luck to Feale Rangers and to our representative Conor O’Keeffe who continues to play really well.

TARBERT GAA

Monthly €500 Draw: Our next draw takes place on Monday 3rd October 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. Also available from all committee members and on sale at the post office.

U9s Match: Our U9s played their final game for 2022 against Moyvane last Sunday 25th September in Tarbert. 4 great games of football were played by both teams on the day. Well done to the boys and girls of both Tarbert and Moyvane. Thanks to the coaches who have put in fantastic work with this age group all year.

U10s: Our U10s Footballers travel to Kenmare this weekend to participate in a very worthy fundraiser for St Francis Special School Beaufort. Our U10s will get the opportunity to train with their heros from the Kerry Senior Footballs and Kerry Senior Ladies Footballers.

Minors: Congratulations to our Minor team who defeated Northern Gaels to win the North Kerry League Division 2 Final last Sunday 2nd October in Lis towel. Final score Tarbert: 3.15, Northern Gales 3-8.

Best of luck to our Senior Football team who play Ardfert on Saturday 8th Oc tober at 3pm in Ardfert, in the County League Division 4 promotion play-off. A win for Tarbert will see them promoted to Division 3 while a win or a draw for Ardfert will see Ardfert promoted to Division 3. This is sure to be an enthralling contest and we encourage all our supporters to travel to Ardfert next weekend to cheer our on Senior team.

DUAGH GAA

No winner of the jackpot of €9900 tonight. Numbers drawn 10, 23, 26, 29 €50 Ann Moloney The Square Listowel

€30 Thomas Scanlon Duagh

€20 Mick Collins Lacca

€20 Dan Fitzgerald Duagh

€20 Timmy Doyle Ahane

Sellers prize O Briens Bar

Match 3 draw entrant Dana & Ned Gould

Next weeks jackpot €10,000.

Draw Monday night at Jim’s Bar at 9.30pm. Thank you all for your continued support. Tickets available from usual sellers and at www.klubfunder.com

KNOCKANURE GAA

Lotto Results from Tuesday September 27th Jackpot was €5,900 - Numbers Drawn: 4, 13, 16, 29

No winner but lucky dips went to:

1. Emily Sholtz, Kingdom Bar

2. John Barry, Knockanure

3. Kathleen O Shea, Newcastle West

4. Marguerite Woods, Knockanure

5. Sean and Orlaith Harley, c/o John Barry

Next draw will be on tonight Tuesday 4th in the clubhouse and Jackpot will be €6,000. All are welcome!

CLOUNMACON GAA

Lotto Results 29.09 - No Winner of Jackpot 6200

Numbers drawn: 14-15-28-31 - Lucky Dips

50 Tom Murphy, Clounmacon

30 Brendan O Connor, Killmeaney

20 Eamon Harnett, Nenagh

20 Aisling Morrissey

Thank You for your continued support of our lotto

Asdee defeated Clounmacon in the Novice C’ship on Sunday last @ Pairc naGael Score: Clounmacon 0-12. Asdee 1-14

Memorial Day

All welcome on Sunday next the 9th October to Pairc na Gael for the John Moloney / Martin Lyons memorial day. Games will include underage and sen ior mixed tag football. It promises to be a great day as we fondly remember both John & Martin. Proceedings get underway @ 1.30pm

FOR SALE

HEDGING FOR SALE

Supplied & Planted. Call Eoin on

WOODCHIP FOR SALE

Suitable for flower beds. €15 for 8x4 trailer load. Delivery can be arranged. Call 087 1946973

2 FIDDLES FOR SALE (1/2 & 3/4) Call 087 2780802

DANCING PUMPS FOR SALE

Pums sizes: 10, 11, 1(x2), 2. Hard Shoes Sizes: 13 1/2 Call 087 2780802

TO LET

TOWN CENTRE 1 BED APARTMENT TO RENT Phone 087 2505521

USEFUL SERVICES

SEPTIC TANK CLEANING

We are servicing North Kerry & Beyond for over 40 Years! All pipes freed and advice given on Faulty Tanks. Call John Hartnett on 087 6718909

CONVERT TAPES TO CD, DVD, USB Curiosity Shop, 39 Main Street, Castleisland V92 CFR6. Call 087 3294385

YOGA CLASSES IN DUAGH SPORTS COMPLEX Gentle Yoga Classes. For more info www.kerryyoga.ie or Call Michael on 087 2700518.

NEED BLINDS??

Visit our showroom by appointment. Call Paul Morkan on 086 8328384

DRIVEWAYS & GROUNDWORKS

Driveways, Tarmacadam driveways and yards, con crete, stone chips, kerbs, groundwork and planthire Contact Denis Lynch on 086 3584956

QUALIFIED PAINTER AVAILABLE

Interior / Exterior. Kitchens hand painted or sprayed. New builds sprayed. Call Mike on 086 3125140

LANGUAGE GENIE GRINDS & COACHING

French & German 1:1 & Groups

Grammar Intensives, Exam paper-focussed, Exam mindset, Higher & Ordinary, Junior - Leaving & in between, French / German as extra subject, Online, Expert coach. Call Juliet: 087 351 9889

WANTED

THIN, LAME AND MASTITIS COWS WANTED

Payment on the day - 087 4166163

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR WANTED

For busy Heating & Plumbing Company in North Kerry Area. Flexible hours and may suit working from home. Please reply to Box No. 10, The Advertiser, Bridge Road, Listowel or email: news@theadvertiser.ie

RELIABLE CARING PERSON REQUIRED

For assisting elderly lady with Personal Care & Household Duties. Ballybunion area. Call 087 7614888

MEANING OF LIFE

Scripture tells me that God’s love is unfailing and unshakable.

We were chatting about pain and loss and the idea that God uses sickness and suffering to punish us for our wrongdoings.

Our conversation got me thinking about a time in my own life when there was an inbuilt or drilled in thinking system in me which told me that God put us on earth solely for hardship and suffering.

The truth is l got it very wrong. Many people got it very wrong.

I heard a lot of fake news back then before l came to know the One, True and Living God of the bible even a little.

Creation is broken.

Natural disasters, disease and famine exist be cause of the world’s brokenness, not because of the judgement of God. We live in an imperfect world, where the violence, injustice and selfish ness of people causes suffering, sickness and death.

It’s not punishment from God. God is not a God of hate. He is a God of love.

In Isaiah 54:10 l read “For the mountains shall depart from you and the hills be removed yet My unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor shall My covenant of peace be removed says the Lord who loves you.”

Scripture is the true story of God’s love for us. Jeremiah 9:24 puts it like this “l am the Lord, ex ercising lovingkindness, judgement and right eousness in the earth, for in these l delight.”

And in the book of Exodus 34:6 the Lord describes Himself saying “the Lord, the Lord a God merci ful and gracious, slow to anger and abound ing in steadfast love and faithfulness, keeping mercy to thousands.....”

It is so incredibly important to know that God is for us and not against us. Roman’s 8:31. Every thing in life depends on this truth.

If you require any further information you can call LCF at 087 9529907

Yours sincerely, Bridie (Dillon) Hartney

“Why wouldn’t God punish me, l’ve done terri ble harm in my life. I deserve everything I get.”

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