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The Ship Beneath The Ice

By Mensun Bound

On 21 November 1915, Sir Ernest Shackleton’s ship, Endurance, finally succumbed to the crushing ice. Its crew watched in silence as the stern rose twenty feet in the air and then, it was gone. The miraculous escape and survival of all twentyeight men on board have entered legend. And yet, the iconic ship that bore them to the brink of the Antarctic was considered forever lost.

A century later, an audacious plan to locate the ship was hatched. The Ship Beneath the Ice gives a blow-by-blow account of the two epic expeditions to find the Endurance. As with Shackleton’s own story, the voyages were filled with intense drama and teamwork under pressure. In March 2022, the Endurance was finally found to headlines all over the world.

Written by Mensun Bound, the Director of Exploration on both expeditions, this captivating narrative includes countless fascinating stories of Shackleton and his legendary ship. Complete with a selection of Frank Hurley’s photos from Shackleton’s original voyage in 1914–17, as well as from the expeditions in 2019 and 2022, The Ship Beneath the Ice is the perfect tribute to this monumental discovery.

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Kilflynn

SAVE THE DATE…

Yes, Kilflynn Drama Group are back this year after the long break due to Covid and lock down. Work is continuing at pace on a hilarious play to be staged on March 1st,4th and 5th. More details to follow, so watch this space....

Kilflynn City Running Group

Exciting news, our website is now live and open for registrations: https://kilflynncityrun.net

Our multi terrain Event takes in all the high points of Kilflynn breath-taking views. A stunning half marathon and 10k that starts and finishes in Kilflynn village taking in all that Kilflynn has to offer from stunning views to hidden trails and pathways

Put the date of April 1st 2023 in your diary, sign up and support the amazing charity of Bru Columbanus. The inaugural Kilflynn city running group stacks half and 10k is an event not to be missed.

Split The Bucket

The next draw for the Kilflynn Community Together “Split the Bucket” will take place Saturday, 4th February in Herbert’s Bar, Kilflynn @ 10:00pm. Get your entries in (as many as you like) before Saturday night 28th January! It could be your lucky Night! We have buckets at various businesses around Kilflynn: Parker’s Pub, Herbert’s Bar and Zam Zam Kebab.

ST. MARY’S CHURCH, KILFLYNN

On Friday 3rd February at 10.00a.m Feast of St. Blaise. First Friday and Saturday 5th February at 6.00 p.m. Parish Office can be contacted by phone 066 4018996 Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.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

Feast of Presentation (Candlemas) Thursday 2nd February. Candles will be blessed at 10.00 a.m. Mass on Wednesday in Kilflynn and at the Thursday Mass in Abbeydorney. Candles €7 of pack of 6 available from Parish Office. Collection for Lourdes Helpers next weekend 4th /5th February. This collection is the only way of obtaining funding in 2023. Many of the Helpers are students and need help to finance the trip. The Lourdes Helpers Fund also assists pilgrims who could not pay the full fare. Your generous support will be greatly appreciated.

Bereavements

The death has occurred of Dan O’Shea Knocknacaska, Kilflynn and formerly of Kevin Barrys Villas, Tralee on Sunday 15th January On behalf of the community, we offer our sincere sympathy to his wife Nora and his sons, Daniel, Maurice, David, his daughters, Lorna and Jacinta, grandchildren Éabha, Gearóid, Kate, Emma and Edie, brothers Jerry and Richard, sister Nora, sons-in-law Liam, Ger and Willie, daughter-in-law Fiona, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and wide circle of friends.

On behalf of the community, we offer our sincere sympathy to Jackie Twomey of Gortcloghy, Kilflynn, her Partner, Tom Connolly, and her family on the death of her father John James (J.J.) McCormack

Jubilee Close, Roscommon Town, Roscommon / Castlerea, Roscommon / Kerry on Wednesday 25th January.

The death has occurred of Thomas Lacey, Leam, Kilflynn and formerly of Laurel Court, Tralee on Thursday 26th January. On behalf of the community, we offer our sincere sympathy to his wife Noreen, to his Son, Eddie, daughter,

Michelle. grandchildren Maisie and Caitlin, great-grandson Stanley, brothers Eddie and Matthew, sisters Marie, Geraldine and Lena, nephews, nieces, grandnieces, grandnephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, extended family, neighbours and wide circle of friends. May They Rest in Peace

CROTTA HURLING CLUB SOCIAL

The Crotta Gaa Hurling Club Social will take place on Saturday night 18th February at Ballyroe Heights Hotel, Tralee. Music by Martin Williams followed by Disco. Tickets @ €35 are available from Parker’s Pub, Herbert’s Bar and Shop and from Chairman Paddy Weir. Come along and enjoy good food, music and craic.

KERRY SENIOR HURLERS

Allianz League Round 1 - Derry v Kerry @ Celtic Park, Derry Saturday, 4 February @ 2.00pm. Best wishes to the Kerry players and their management.

CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS

The Crotta hurling club weekly lotto draw was held on Monday 30th January at Herbert’s Bar, Kilflynn. The Four numbers drawn out of the drum by the independent observer: Graham Harris, Clounsillagh, Lixnaw were 8,13,22 and 28. There was no winner of the 2,600 Jackpot.Congratulations to the following who won €35 in the lucky dip draw: Maurice McAuliffe, Willowbrook, Killarney Road, Abbeyfeale, Fr. Denis O’Mahony, Abbeydorney P.P and Cora and Amber Long, Abbeydorney.

The next draw will take place in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn. on Monday 6th February at 10.30p.m with a €2,700 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 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. We would like to wish all our patrons a very Happy Christmas and a healthy New Year.

PARKER’S PUB

Rhythm & Sticks band are delighted to be playing their debut gig in Parker’s Pub & Beer Garden on Bank Holiday Sunday 5th of February

Tickets at 15 euro are selling fast so click the link below to get your tickets or at Parker’s Pub: https://www.eventbrite.ie/.../rhythm-sticks-at-parkers...

NORTH KERRY HURLING BOARD A.G.M.

The Annual Convention of the North Kerry Hurling Board was held on Thursday, 26th January. It was hosted by the Crotta O’Neill’s Club at the St. Columba Centre, Kilflynn.

James O’Connor [Ballyheigue] was ratified as the new President of the Board.

Full Officer list: Uachtarán - James O’Connor [Ballyheigue]

Vice Presidents - Kevin Roche (Abbeydorney); Dr. Seán Quill (Ballyheigue); James Broderick (Causeway); Willie O’Connell (Lixnaw); Denis Treacy (Kilmoyley), James McCarthy (Crotta), Sonny O’Halloran (Lady’s Walk); Phil Healy (St. Brendan’s).

Chairman - Joe Walsh (Kilmoyley) | Vice Chairmen - Pat Dineen (Kilmoyley) & Timmy Weir (Abbeydorney)

Secretary - Gavin O’Connor (Kilmoyley) | P.R.O. - Tommy O’Connor (St. Brendan’s)

Treasurers - Paudie Dineen (Abbeydorney) & Aidan Behan (Abbeydorney)

Oifigeach Cultúrtha - Tom Lawlor (Ballyheigue).

KILFLYNN TODDLER GROUP

The Kilflynn toddler group meets up every Thursday mornings in St. Columbus Centre, Kilflynn at 10.00-11.30 am

LISTOWEL RFC U 16 TOO STRONG FOR TABLE-TOPPERS WATERFORD IN MUNSTER CAMPAIGN

Tries from flying centres Michael Coolahan and Jack Buckley, 2 tries from the rampaging flanker Sam Enright and 2 tries and 4 conversions from Listowel’s masterful outhalf Cathal Byrne, left the visitors shell shocked in front of a strong and vocal local crowd at Listowel’s Town Park.

Captain Liam Hanrahan showed powerful leadership in running a strong and cohesive forward performance through Eamon O Connor, Tadgh Mulvihill, Jason Moriarty, Marcos Leahy, Ruari O Connell, Euan Somers and the superb aggressive running of John Curtin and Cian Carey against a very strong Waterford pack. A brilliant hookers heel against the head in a Waterford scrum by Jason Moriarty gave a huge boost to the listowel team in the first half when the pressure was on.

Indeed it was a very tough start for the home side but the work of the pack, gained increasing dominance as the game went on and led to an excellent platform for the relentless scrum half Fionn Byrne to set up his brother Cathal Byrne to give a simply exceptional performance at number 10. Time and again the outhalf unleashed the talented Listowel backline through a mixture of well worked backs moves and from intelligent kicking decisions which kept the visitors under pressure. The backline talent on display from centres Coolahan and Buckley in attack was a joy to see with exceptional link play by this superb partnership.

Jake Rochford at full back created havoc for Waterford with his strong forward runs against the wind gaining incredible yards and linking up to turn defence into attack. Noteworthy performances came from French winger Paul Lacoste showing great speed and Fionn McNamara brilliantly chasing a superb kick from Cathal Byrne, turning over the receiver and allowing byrne to get over the line for Listowel’s first try. Both wings strength were added to with the introductions of Joseph Gilbert and James Roche to turn the screw in the second half while Harry Reidy slotted into left wing and showed great skills in his catching and return runs and later shored up the full back position.

Scrum half Fionn Byrne showed incredible speed to tackle the opposite 10 who spilled the ball from a lineout only for an amazing pick up and 30 metre run from Liam Hanrahan who threw an overhead pass to Enright to get under the posts. The number 9 at just 14 years is showing some brilliant performances in recent months driving the pack around the pitch and spinning long accurate passes consistently and has added some great kick moves to his game.

The rampaging Listowel back rows of Sam Enright, John Curtin, Euan Somers and Liam Hanrahan were superb and again the strength, awareness and intelligence of Enright led to two superb tries.

Man of the match undoubtedly was the young outhalf Cathal Byrne with amazing game awareness, passing, tackling and place kicking, with 4 conversions as well as getting in for 2 tries which was the icing on the cake.

Next Listowel travel to a strong Bantry side where the opportunity of reaching the Munster Quarter Final is well within their grasp.

Moyvane

Contact: moyvanenotes@gmail.com

MARIAN HALL BLOTTO

Thursday, January 26: Numbers drawn: 1, 6, 21, 29. There was no winner of the Jackpot. Lucky Dips: €100: Mary Stack, Tullahinell, Ballylongford. €50: Mary Leahy, Kilrush, Co. Clare. €20 each: Liam Corridan, c/o Corridan’s Garage. Chris Healy, Abbeyfeale. Bridie Heffernan, Tarbert. Alan & David Kidney, Limerick. Anne Heffernan, Ennismore, Listowel. Free Tickets: Danny Enright, c/o Caroline Maune. Paddy Tydings, Listowel. Mike Dalton, Atea. Marie Flavin, Cahirdown, Listowel. Catherine Lyons, Clounmacon, Listowel. This week’s Jackpot is €6,000. Thank you for your support.

JUVENILE BADMINTON FUNDRAISER

Keep the date: Friday, February 03 Speedy’s Bar is holding a fundraiser for the local Juvenile club. As you all know Moyvane has a history of really good badminton players. It all starts with the under age players and 2023 is no different from 2013 or 2003, there are always good juveniles coming along and enjoying themselves and keeping the tradition going. They deserve the best and in spite of the fact that there are wonderful volunteers working with them money is always needed. Currently they are training for the Community Games and are having some coaching. Details: Quiz starts at 8.00pm sharp. €20 for a table of four. Prizes: 1st - €100, 2nd - €50 3rd - €20. There will be a raffle for Spot Prizes on the night. Please support.

Senior Badminton

Congratulations to Moyvane Ladies, Division 3 team who won the County League Final against Tralee on Wednesday night, January 25. The competition was played in Tralee Sports Complex. The team was Francine Collins, Denise Collins, Bridget McCarthy, Jeanelle Griffin & Carmel Hudson. Well done to Moyvane Division 4 Men’s team on reaching the County League Final. Killarney proved too strong in a closely contested competition. Congratulations to the team of Liam O’Connor, John Newman, Niall O’Hanlon and Padraig Hanrahan. The singles championship took place in the Tralee sports complex on Friday night January 27 for division 5, 3, & 1. Congratulations to Bridget McCarthy on winning the ladies division 3 singles. Martin Stack won the Men’s division 5 singles and Fiona Buckley won the ladies Division 5 singles. Well done to all.

MOYVANE

Gaa

GAA LOTTO There was no winner of Sunday night’s Jackpot. Numbers drawn: 5 10 19 27. Lucky Dips: €40 each: Owen Flaherty, Online. Aine Sweeney, Online. Noel Stack, Moyvane Village. Eleanor Moran, c/o Liz. Mike Collins, Glin Road, Moyvane. Tickets are available online by following the link on Moyvane GAA Facebook Page. 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. Tickets are also available at Kennelly’s Homevalue Hardware, Holly’s Gala, Stack’s Butchers, Corridan’s Garage, Newtownsandes Co-op, A New U and Curl Up & Dye. You can also contact any Committee member. Entries after 6.00pm will be entered in the next draw. Next week’s Jackpot is €5,700, and the draw will be held on Monday, February 06 at 8.30pm in Speedy’s bar. Thank you for your support.

NATIONAL CLUB DRAW: Players are currently selling tickets for this draw. Tickets are €10 and there are fabulous prizes up for grabs. More details later. This is a very important fundraiser for your local GAA club.

Tomaisins

MEMBERSHIP is now open for 2023 and is available from any committee member. Cost is €40 for players and €20 for students and ordinary members.

Rock Night Fundraiser For The Palliative Care Unit

On Saturday, February 04, 2023 a Rock Music night is happening. This is a night not to be missed. Tomaisins in Lisselton V31 DE68 will be hosting a huge lineup for the Palliative Care Unit at University Hospital, Kerry in memory of Billy Leahy, Trien, Kilmorna. Organised by his friends, the impressive lineup will include well known local artists, Mudcat, kicking off the night followed by, headline act, Whiplash, Metallica Tribute Band with the night being rocked away by the very entertaining DJ, Martin Behan. Tickets are just €10 for this mega night. A number of impressive Spot Prizes will be raffled on the night. To support this very worthy cause tickets are available from Brian at 087 1497210, John 087 2116353 & Dave 087 7584129. Tickets will also be available at the door on the night. Don’t miss out, buy your tickets now and support this great cause, it will be a fantastic night. Billy was a heavy metal rock fanatic all his life, always sharing his love of rock (heavy rock) with his family and friends. Billy was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer in October 2021 and passed away on February 17 2022. He faced his diagnosis with tremendous courage and strength. He spent time in the Palliative Care Unit in UHK where he received the best of care from the dedicated team attached to the unit. His family will be forever grateful for their care and attention to Billy. Unfortunately many families have been touched by this awful disease and this facility in Tralee and many others around the country do a wonderful job offering care and support to patients and their families. All proceeds from this event will go towards the Palliative Care Unit, UHK. We thank you for your support.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP

Training for 14-19 year olds in a parish setting open to all young people in all parishes. The training day will be held on Saturday, February 11 in Listowel provided by the diocesan youth team. Contact Brian on 087 4545409.

MASSES FOR THE WEEK

MOYVANE: Thur, Feb 02 10am The Presentation of the Lord, Mass and St. Blaise Blessing. Anniversary Mass for Michael Feury, Glenalappa & deceased members of the Feury family.

Saturday, February 04 7.30pm Anniversary Mass for John Moloney, Claar and his parents, Mick & Mary.

Sunday, February 05 11.00am Mass for Bridie Shine, recently deceased and third Anniversary of her husband, Jack, Glin Road and deceased members of the Shine family.

KNOCKANURE: Friday, February 03 Mass and St. Blaise Blessing and Private Intention at 7.30pm Please note there will be NO morning Mass.

Sunday, February 05 Anniversary Mass at 9.30am for Jerry & Mary Enright.

Ballyduff

LOTTO DRAW

The results of the weekly Ballyduff GAA Club, Lady’s Walk Hurling Club and the Ballyduff Community Games Committee Lotto Draw for Tuesday January 24th are as follows: The numbers drawn were 3, 14 & 20 and the Bonus number was 7. There was no winner of the €17,900 Jackpot or the €400 prize for Match Three. The following were the €20 Consolation prizes – Breda McGrath; Danny Guerin; Mary O’Sullivan/ Mike.

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 businesses and from members of the promoting Clubs. Remember “If you are not in you can’t win”.

You may also play the Lotto online at www.ballyduffgaa.com.

BALLYDUFF

GAA NEWS:

Senior Football: The McCarthy Insurance sponsored North Kerry Senior Football League, Round 1, brought Finuge v Ballyduff into opposition at O’Sullivan Park, Finuge on Sunday morning last. Both teams were short a number of players due to involvement with County teams. Ballyduff made a good start with points from Michael Slattery Padraig Walsh, Jack Farrell, Anthony Kavanagh and goal from Slattery put us in control at halftime 1 – 6 to 0 – 3. In the second half Finuge hit back with a goal but Anthony Kavanagh hit the net and points from Slattery, Jack O’Sullivan and subs Paud Costello and Stefan Carrig left Ballyduff ahead 2– 12 to 1 – 5 when excellent referee Maurice Murphy blew the final whistle.

LADY’S WALK HURLING

Lady’s Walk Hurling Club will hold their Annual General Meeting on this Friday February 3rd at 7.30pm in Lowe’s Bar, Ballyduff. New members welcome.

CHURCH NEWS

Masses for the week

Thursday 10.00am: Special Intention – Presentation of the Lord

Friday 7.00pm: Bernard & Carmel Guerin – First Friday Saturday 6.30pm: Joan O’Neill – 1st Anniversary; Mike Lynch (Kilmore); Tommy & Bennie Flanagan & deceased members of the Flanagan Family

Sunday 11.00am: Mass in Causeway

Reader: Saturday 6.30pm – Des Rochford

Ministers of the Eucharist: Saturday 6.30pm – Rita Goulding/Anthony Doyle/Sarah Anne Ross

Divine Mercy: Every Sunday at 3.00pm.

Eucharistic Adoration: Every Thursday 10.30am –11.30am.

Parish Office: is open Tuesday to Friday from 10.30am to 1.00pm. Please ring (066)7148404

Blessing of Throats: on this Friday February 3rd from 6.15pm – 7.00pm. Feast of St. Blaise

Communion Calls: Please note February Communion Calls will be on Thursday 9th. Please inform housebound & neighbours of this.

Masses Change: this weekend for February with Saturday Mass in Ballyduff at 6.30pm and Sunday Mass in Causeway at 11.00am.

Diocesan Collection: This weekend, 4/5th February –Lourdes Helpers. This is the only source of income for the Helpers who are mostly students and cannot afford to fund the complete travelling costs on their own but who are vital to the pilgrimage in their capacity of taking care of the sick. Please give what you can only afford no matter how small.

Workshop for Parish Pastoral Councils: in An Tochar Education Centre, Causeway on Wednesday February 1st from 7.30pm. All members of the Parish Pastoral Councils are requested to attend.

Totus Tuus Eucharistic Conference 2023: live on Radio Maria Ireland from 2.00pm on Saturday February 4th.

Radio Maria can be listened to on Saorview Channel 210 on TV or listen live on (01) 4373277.

Sycamore Course: starts Thursday February 9th from 7.00pm – 9.00pm for 8 weeks in the Day chapel at Abbeydorney Church. This is an informal course about the Catholic faith & its relevance to our lives today. Watch a 25 minute video followed by a short discussion. To register phone (087)2214512 or phone parish office –(066)4018996

CLOTHES COLLECTION

On Thursday February 9th , Cash for Clobber, will collect reusable items of clothing, bed linen (No continental quilts or pillows), paired shoes, belts, handbags, towels and curtains from the Sliabh a’Mhadra National School. We are making a very special appeal to you to ask neighbours, relatives and friends who have not got children attending 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 8th February or from early morning to 10.00am on February 9th

Rattoo Rovers Draw

The results of the Rattoo Rovers Field Fund Raising Draw for December and January are as follows:

December 2022:

1st - €400: Eoin Cregan, C/o Meadowlands Hotel, Oakpark, Tralee.

2nd - €100: Marie Lucid, Ardoughter, Ballyduff.

3rd - €75: Joe McKenna, Knopogue, Ballyduff.

4th - €50: Anthony Houlihan, Ballyhorgan, Ballyduff.

January 2023:

1st - €400: Gerard Kearney, Ballincrossig, Causeway.

2nd - €100: Jayne Power, Tralee.

3rd - €75: Timmy McCarthy, Abbeydorney.

4th - €50: Shamie Griffin, Ahabeg, Lixnaw.

ST. BRENDANS AC.

The Couch to 5K fitness runs/walks begin on the coming Tuesday, February 7th at 7.30pm in the ARC. This is open to all adults who wish to get fit over the next few months with Cathy and aiming to run a 5K at Easter. The sessions will be at whatever pace and intensity is suitable to all and are a good craic as well. They will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Information from any of the contacts below.

The athletics championship season begins this Sunday with the national masters indoor championships in Athlone. St Brendan’s AC will have 6 athletes involved in a variety of events.

Training continues this (Wednesday) evening for juveniles in the ARC from 6.00pm – 8.00pm for different age-groups There will be an extra juvenile session in Banna resort on Friday. Adult fitness sessions will be held from 7.00pm – 8.00pm on Wednesday, also in the ARC.

Monday adult sessions continue and this Monday bank holiday will have a time trial over 5K in Kilmoyley in preparation for the Kerry Athletics road championships on March 12th. The time of the trial is 9.30am at Kilmoyley Community Centre.

Club information may be got from Moira on 087 7985557 or by email at stbrendansa.c.kerry@gmail.com or on facebook or Instagram.

A THOUGHT

It doesn’t matter what others are doing - it matters what you are doing!