Issue 11

LEGAL MATTERS CORNER

MIRIAM MC GILLICUDDY ANSWERS YOUR LEGAL QUERIES

Mr Owen owns a GAA sports memorabilia shop, and one of his bestsellers was a signed poster of the talented football striker nicknamed ‘The Don’, the Dons wife visited the shop and told customers that the signed posters were fake, the statement was picked up by the media and published in the newspaper and on the radio, Mr Owen believes this has damaged his business and reputation and wonders what he can do about it.

Mr Owen can Sue the Dons wife for defamation if he can prove 4 elements: The statement was published, it was a lie, it was damaging to his reputation and it was about him. From the face of it his claim satisfies the first element as it was published on the radio and newspaper.

If The Don has signed the posters personally the statement made by wife is a lie. The statement undoubtedly would

damage his reputation as it would initiate, he has been deceiving customers and it was a statement about him.

In the famous case of McManus V Beckham, Victoria Beckham was in a sports memorabilia store and told customers that the autographed posters of her husband were fake, the case was settled with Mrs Beckham paying damages of £55,000, legal fees of £100,000 and the donation of various items of David’s to the shop.

If Mr Owen has a successful defamation claim, he can also apply to the courts to have a corrective order where the court will order the defendant to publish a correction of the defamatory statement

LAW QUIP – A WISE MAN ONCE SAID NOTHING AT ALL.

Emma Prendiville- Intern- Office Miriam McGillycuddy

any item addressed in this column please send in your query to miriam. mcgillycuddy@gmail.com | Miriam McGillycuddy, Solicitor, Derryana, Ballyard, Tralee, County Kerry. LL:066-7181596/Mob: 0872604753

See www.miriammcgillycuddy.com

April 2023

King

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Fishamble

Easter Drumming Playshop

Easter fun for children as they explore different drums and become part of a big drumming band in Drum Dance Ireland’s popular Playshop

Tickets €23/20

SAT 1ST APR AT 8.00PM TUE 11TH APR AT 10.30AM

Peter Rabbit

Enjoy a fun family afternoon with our Easter film screening of Peter Rabbit ‘Born to be Wild’ animated comedy.

Tickets €9/7.50

Tickets €10

John B Keane’s The Matchmaker

Michael Scott’s production of this hilarious dramatic comedy stars

Jon Kenny and ‘Shirley

Valentine’s’ recent star Norma Sheahan

Tickets €25/23 THUR 13TH APR 2.30PM

THUR 20TH APR 8PM

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE

Photos by John Cleary

in pictures!

ABOVE: Them shoes were made for Walking’ says Mary Shanahan, Secretary Kerry Hospice Foundation, for the Kerry Hospice Good Friday walk in Tralee 7th of April also taking place in 20 places the County. The Tralee walk which is names after Ted Moynihan will start at 10am in front of the Grand Hotel Tralee, the route is Denny Street to James Street, passing Kerins O’Rahilly’s, GAA Club, to Ballyvelly, Lohercannon, straight on to the white wall at the Lock Gates, in the Canal bank to Blennerville Bridge along the Canal bank and into Tralee and refreshments await you at the Grand Hotel.

ABOVE: Tralee Flower and Garden Club presented a cheque for 1,000 EURO from the Gala demonstration in January to the Alzheimer Society of Ireland, (Tralee Branch) pictured in front sitting Helen O’Halloran, Kathleen Ambrose, Kathaiona Sheehan, Anne Sullivan and Betty Carey. ou at the Grand Hotel.

ABOVE: Tom Quane prop Quanes bar presented the cheque for 1845 EURO proceeds of the Cheltenham preview night that was held in Quane’s bar Blennerville on the 2nd of March. From Left Andrea O’Donoghue PRO KHF, Mary Shanahan Secretary Kerry Hospice Foundation, Ambassador & Radio Kerry presenter Deirdre Walsh and Tom Quane

ABOVE: Claire Curtin, helping the Irish Cancer Society, on Daffodil Day at Garvey’s Rock St Tralee on Friday and on right Jackie O’Carroll, supporting the event.

ABOVE: The AGM of the Kerry Hospice Foundation, and Palliative Care Staff took place at the Meadowlands Hotel Tralee on Monday night, sitting from left Dr. Patricia Sheahan Consultant and Head of Palliative Care Services at University Hospital Kerry, Dr. David Buckley, Dr. Bobby O’Connor, Jack Shanahan Chairman Kerry Hospice Foundation and Breda O’Callaghan, back from left Evelyn Doody, Dr. Margaret Clifford, Eileen Sheehy, Jenny Tarrant, Maura Sullivan Treasurer KHF, Andrea O’Donoughue PRO KHF, Mary Shanahan, Secretary KHF and Mari O’Connell, Director of Nursing at Palliative Care Services, University Hospital Kerry.

ABOVE: Mr. Tim Corkery, a cancer surviver and the original founder of the Kerry-Cork Cancer Bus presenting a cheque for 1,400 EURO to Mary Shanahan Secretary Kerry Hospice Foundation and Evelyn Doody KHF. The money raised was from two Tea Dances organised by Mr. Corkery at Our Lady and St. Brendan’s Church Pasteral Centre. On February 5th the door takings raised 59000 EURO, while a September raffle held epecifically for Palliative Care at the end of the last Tea dance on February 19th raised 810-00 EURO. A warm thank you to all who supported and gave generously. Your Kindness is much appreaciated. Denators to the raffle prizes wish to remain anonymous.

ABOVE: The Kerry Hospice Foundation presented Nurses and staff with beautiful printed plaque’s for their services with Kerry Hospice and Palliative Care Service, from left Caroline O’Connor, Patsy Power, Chairman Jack Shanahan KHF, Gemma Long, and Eimear Murphy, missing from photo Eileen Murphy.

ABOVE: Coffee Morning support for the Irish Cancer Society, Tralee branch, at the Brogue Inn, from left Marie Moran, Moyvane, Chris Griffin chairperson Tralee branch and Maura O’Driscoll, Tralee.

ABOVE: Costelloe family re-union, Denis and Elizabeth Costello, Glenard, Tralee, had a family reunion for the first time in five years and a first time meeting for many of the Grandchildren.

‘Into the Deep’ at Oceanworld Dingle ...its a Gamechanger!

Irish company Algorithm has created an immersive experience, “Deep Atlantic,” exploring Ireland’s marine life. The original piece was commissioned by Oceanworld Dingle to highlight the importance of marine conservation in Irish waters and will premiere at the Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium as part of the Dingle Animation Festival.

The experience follows the journey of a humpback whale as it travels through the depths of the Atlantic waters at the Porcupine Ridge off the coast of Kerry and into the abyss. Visitors will be able to see humpback whales, moonfish, leatherback turtles, sea gooseberries and the amazing bioluminescence of the deep seas.

The experience is projected 360 degrees around the visitor, and they are able to direct a shoal of mackerel on screen using Algorithm’s Orbit technology.

The experience will be available to the public in April.’Into the Deep’ has been a €500,000 investment for Oceanworld and is the only fully

immersive seawater experience both in Ireland and the UK .

Algorithm is an immersive production studio based in Dublin, founded in 2015, and has designed and fabricated awardwinning immersive experiences for international art festivals, music concerts, animations and films. Their mission is to close the gap between the real world and virtual realities.

Algorithm has deployed its brand new, patent-pending technology, called “Orbit,” to create stunning visual content that moves freely across wraparound screens on all the surfaces of an auditorium to fully surround and immerse the visitor. Immersive experiences are the future, and Algorithm is preparing for a further round of funding to establish bases in the UAE, the West Coast of the US, and Europe in order to maximize Orbit’s potential. Dingle Oceanworld was founded in 1996 and is Ireland’s largest aquarium.

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One of the key benefits of using a cryotherapy chamber is reducing inflammation in the body. Cryotherapy helps to decrease swelling and inflammation, leading to decreased pain and faster healing. The process also helps to increase blood flow to the muscles, leading to improved recovery time and reduced muscle soreness.

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JUST ASK PATRICIA

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Patricia from Strand Road Pharmacy answers your everyday pharmacy queries

WHY YOU SHOULD TAKE PROBIOTICS WITH ANTIBIOTICS

Antibiotics play an important role in killing harmful bacteria. However, as they destroy the infection, they can cause collateral damage to beneficial bacteria in the gut, which can lead to diarrhea for days or weeks after the drug is stopped. Although we look for the health benefits of therapy, we want to avoid the unpleasant digestive side effects.

However, research shows that using probiotics can keep digestive problems at bay. It is an effective way to reduce side effects. They are curative and preventive. This is because probiotics replenish the beneficial bacteria in your gut to keep your microbiome from getting out of balance. The use of probiotics can also make antibiotics more effective.

Start taking your probiotics daily on the same day you start taking your antibiotics, keeping them 2 hours apart. It is important to continue taking probiotics for at least a week after antibiotics have ended.

The amount of active microbiota in probiotics is measured in Colony Forming Units, or CFU. The specific dosage will depend on the specific product you are using, but it is generally between 10 to 20 billion CFU per day and 5 to 10 billion CFU per day in children.

The label on the probiotic package will also indicate the strain of bacteria contained in the capsule. Look for probiotics with 5 to 10 different strains. Studies comparing single-strain to multi-strain probiotics found that using different strains was more effective in reducing diarrhea.

Ask your pharmacist for recommendations that meet these criteria, as in Strand Road Pharmacy we stock some of the best brands like Alflorex, Zenflore, Biokult, Optibac and Udo’s Choice just to name a few!"

Register now for the 11th Annual County Clean up

The 11th annual County Clean Up will take place across the county on Saturday, 15th April and a call is going out to all community and voluntary organisations and individuals to get involved. The County Clean-Up takes place with the support of KWD Recycling and Kerry County Council. Over the past decade, hundreds of tonnes of rubbish have been collected along Kerry roads by thousands of volunteers.

The Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr John Francis Flynn urged everyone to participate in what is now one of the annual community initiatives in Kerry. ‘The tremendous effort of volunteers over the past decade has contributed to the campaign to keep the county litter-free. The County Clean Up greatly complements the work which Kerry County Council does all year round to promote environmental awareness and maintain our

wonderful landscape.

‘Registration is now open at www. countycleanup.com and I hope that local communities will participate in large numbers,’ he said.

Noel O’Reilly from KWD said: ‘KWD Recycling is proud to be involved in the County Clean Up which is now in its 11th year. It is a very important day that has made a huge difference on the roads of Kerry and west Cork.’ Environmental Awareness Officer at Kerry County Council, Breda Moriarty said: ‘The amazing and diligent work of many community groups and individuals for the County Clean Up is admirable. Everyone coming together to keep Kerry clean and our roads litter free for an 11th year is fantastic.’ Groups must register to ensure they receive a clean-up pack and to nominate a collection point for any litter collected.

Launching the County Clean-Up this week were, l-r: Noel O’Reilly (KWD), Paul Neary, (Director of Services, Kerry County Council), Breda Moriarty, (Environmental Awareness Officer, Kerry County Council), Angela McAllen, (Deputy Chief Executive, Kerry County Council), Tadhg Healy (KWD).

Ardfert Cathedral, just one of many heritage sites reopening for summer ‘23

As the season opens in Kerry, visitors and locals are invited to explore the 70 historical and heritage sites held in trust for the nation by the OPW. Among these sites are Ardfert Cathedral, an impressive twelfthcentury medieval Cathedral perfect for architecture enthusiasts, and Derrynane House, the ancestral home of Daniel O’Connell, a giant of Irish politics.

Adrian Corcoran, the Supervisor Guide with the OPW in Kerry, expressed his excitement about the reopening of Derrynane House and Ardfert Cathedral. He noted that the cathedral would remain open longer into the season than usual, and highlighted the recent upgrade of the Blasket Centre as an authentic retelling of the story of the Blasket islands, their heritage, and unique

literature.

Minister for the OPW Patrick O’Donovan T.D. welcomed the reopening of Ireland’s tourism attractions and the contribution they make to the local sense of place, economy, and family entertainment. He emphasized the state’s investment in safeguarding national landmarks and preserving Ireland’s heritage portfolio.

On the first Wednesday of every month, visitors and families can enjoy free admission to Ardfert Cathedral and Derrynane House. The OPW Heritage Card offers unlimited access to over 45 historic sites and visitor attractions for a year, providing great value for those interested in learning about Ireland’s cultural heritage.

In 2021, almost 13 million visitors

stepped through the doors of OPW heritage sites. The heritage estate continues to grow in importance and scale of activity, with the

OPW investing significantly in the protection and preservation of Ireland’s heritage sites, with a team of dedicated experts.

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Tralee Parnells Trath na gCeist team being presented with their trophies at the Scor na nOg County Final last Thursday night

“SNAPPED ON SOCIAL MEDIA”

We pick out some great photos posted on social media each week ...if you have any good ones please send them in... email traleeadvertiser@gmail.com or message us on our Facebook page... Enjoy !

Ok, so where do we draw the line???

“Agatha Christie is the latest author to be given a ‘sensitivity’ edit, with her classic works revised to remove racist references and other language considered offensive to modern audiences. Certain passages have been edited, or entirely removed, from new digital editions of some of Christies’ most famous detective mysteries.”

Editors Choice Award for Mary!

Ballyheigue is calling for Don after 30 years Stateside !

Local artist Mike O Donnell pays ‘humble tribute’ to his midfield partner Liam in Benners Hotel

done to Stephen Daly who won the recent pool tournament in na Gaeil GAA club

Galway edge out Kerry to set up League Final with Mayo!

Mary O’Donnell of the Cosmetic Hair Restoration Clinic at the Bons Secours who took the Connect Kerry Editor’s Choice.

The Rose Hotel, Dan Spring Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry, V92 HKA4.

Kerry Rose to present winning drivers awards at Rose Hotel Circuit of Kerry Rally

The upcoming 44th edition of the Kerry Motor Club’s Circuit of Kerry Rally is set to take place this weekend in Tralee, and will see over 150 drivers from various parts of Ireland, Britain, and even Australia compete in the nine-stage event. As a round of three significant championships, the event carries great importance, including the Triton Showers National, the Top Part West Coast, and the Moriarty’s Central Car Sales Kingdom of Kerry. The rally is also expected to provide a significant economic boost to Tralee, with local businesses expecting to benefit greatly from the large influx of visitors attending the event.

The winning drivers will receive their prizes in a ceremony at the

Rose Hotel, where they will be greeted by the 2022 Kerry Rose, Édaein O’Connell, who will present them with their laurels. O’Connell expressed her excitement at being a part of the event, noting that rallies such as this one are not just enjoyable, but also vital for the community at large. The Circuit of Kerry Rally will begin on Friday night with an overseas competitor reception, followed by a static display of rally cars in Tralee Town center on Saturday afternoon . The nine-stage rally will take place on Sunday, with the drivers returning to the Rose Hotel service park three times throughout the day.Photo by Rose of Tralee Press Office/ Dominic Walsh

Teddy Bear Hospital Event at MTU

MTU and RCSI, along with charity partner BUMBLEance, are organizing a Teddy Bear Hospital event at the North Campus in Tralee on Saturday, April 22, which aims to help children feel more comfortable when interacting with healthcare professionals. Over 150 children are expected to attend the free event, which is divided into two sessions, from 10 am to 12 noon and from 2 pm to 4 pm. Children will bring their teddy bears and other stuffed toys with them to the event, where they will learn more about what doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals do as part of their jobs. They will also witness the whole process of being in a hospital from start to finish, with the help of the cuddly teddy bears. MTU and RCSI medical, healthcare, and science students and staff will demonstrate to the children

Audi planning a Grand Slam in Kerry!

Grand Slam winner & Audi Brand Ambassador Peter O Mahony is planning something exciting with Audi Cork who are shortly opening their Audi Approved Plus Kerry location in Tralee . Watch this space

what happens in a hospital, who works there, and how the “Teddy Doctor” helps the sick teddy feel better. Children will get hands-on experience using stethoscopes and bandages and can also see how X-ray machines work. Students from the BSc in Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences will advise children and teddy on how to improve their nutrition and explain the benefits of exercise.

Head of Department, International Medical/Pharmacy Commencement Programmes at MTU, Fiona O’Flynn said that the event is intended to help children feel comfortable when interacting with healthcare professionals and also to introduce them to what healthcare professionals do, which may spark an interest in a future career. Meanwhile, Dr. Orlaith

Brennan, Medical Physics Lecturer at RCSI, said that the day would allow children to test treatments out on their teddy bears in a relaxed setting, which could reduce any anxiety

they may feel about having similar treatments themselves in the future. The event is suitable for children up to 10 years old and early booking is advised.

Spotted on the Street

CBS Primary school get their Easter Art competition entries into Ryles Pharmacy

New Spitjack Restaurant gets the go-ahead from Kerry Co Co ...set to transform Market Place area in Tralee !

Vive La France! Kerry Airport CEO John Mulhern is excited to announce that French Airline Chalair is to launch two new summer routes to Quimper and Brest in Brittany commencing in July.

Owen (Press Officer KCC) is a man of many talents as he controls the lighting in Fenit last Monday at a Press launch of the Greenway

Enjoying the Kerry FC game against Athlone Town last Friday night in Mounthawk Carmel & Mags ...lookin’ good at the Connect Awards

Gina Groves , Nadur Spa at Ballygarry Estate & Hotel , receives her Lifetime Achievement Award at the Connect Kerry Hair & Beauty Awards last weekend .

The Run for The Rock is Back!

The Paul Lucey Run for the Rock is back again for 2023 and will take place on the May Bank holiday weekend, Monday 1st May 2023. This is the fifth year of the run which has grown in strength and popularity from year to year.

The run and walk honours the memory of Paul Lucey, a proud Austin Stacks man who passed away in December 2017 and is a community celebration of family and fitness.

Paul was a member of the famous Stacks All Ireland Club Championship winning team of ’77. He trained many underage and senior teams down through the years, notably bringing the 1986 and 1994 senior winning teams to county success. , He was also involved with the Austin Stacks ladies football team in later years. This year the run will be followed by a Family Fun day for adults and children of the club and wider community.

These community runs events are

all the more important now as the Covid 19 pandemic has taught us the importance of freedom, exercise and friendship which over the past few years had been restricted.

We are hoping to encourage as many kids, teenagers, parents, grandparents, friends and family members to get outdoors on Monday 1st May to run or walk 5km promoting health and positivity within the club and community and mark the start of summer.

The event will begin at the entrance to the Austin Stacks’ Clubhouse at Connolly Park at 11am and taking in the traditional enjoyable route up Caherslee and down the Skinny Mile section of the Greenway.

Registration:

• www.eventbrite.ie/Paul Lucey Run;

• through Austin Stacks Facebook or twitter;

• on the morning of the event between 9am and 10.30 am.

Thousands of Euro will be raised on just one day in June

Get ready for the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon on Sunday, June 4th! This year’s theme, “

For Me For You,” is perfect for all those taking on the 10km route this bank holiday weekend. It’s a fun, feel-good event for a good cause.

Join Anam Cara’s team by emailing j.conway@anamcara.ie and help raise funds for their support services for bereaved parents nationwide.

Anam Cara holds face-to-face meetings in 14 locations every month, online bereavement information evenings, and offers free

resources for those who have lost a child.

They aim to upscale their training with frontline professionals in supporting bereaved parents. Bereaved parents in the Kerry area can attend Anam Cara’s meeting on Tuesday, April 11th, at 7:15 pm in The Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee. All are welcome, regardless of the age or circumstances of the child’s death.

For more information, contact Anam Cara at 085 2888888 or info@ anamcara.ie.

Café du Parc Announce New Collaboration with Rugby Star Keith Earls

To kick off the Wander Wild weekend in Killarney, Café du Parc were delighted to welcome rugby stars Keith Earls and Damien Varley, for the launch of Café du Parc’s new collaboration with Keith Earls’s coffee brand Eleven14 Coffee. Named after the two positions that Keith Earls has played in throughout his rugby career, Eleven14 strives to not only

produce great quality coffee but also to build relationships with their employees, suppliers, investors and customers. The launch was one of many exciting events for the O’Donoghue Ring Collection during the Wander Wild Festival. The Tan Yard restaurant and Killarney Urban Farm were featured in the festivals food tour, while

O’Donoghue Public House was proud to present Mundy, Meadhbh Walsh and Keith Farrell at St. Mary’s Church of Ireland for an intimate and unforgettable concert. Guests and customers can now explore the unique flavours of Eleven14 Coffee, all in the comfort of Café du Parc.

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MTU Hosts Active Ageing Festival at Kerry Sports Academy

Munster Technological University, in partnership with the Kerry Recreation and Sports Partnership (KRSP), recently held an ‘Active Ageing Festival’ at the Kerry Sports Academy on March 22, 2023. The interest and eagerness of the Kerry community to learn about active ageing was evident with the early demand for registration. The event was attended by 150 people who engaged in a busy schedule of activities facilitated by the Department of Health and Leisure Studies’ students and staff.

Dr. Barry Moynihan, a Consultant Geriatrician in the University Hospital Kerry, opened the festival with an informative talk on the importance of movement as we age. Many community organizations and networks participated in the event, including the HSE, Baile Mhuire, Kerry Library, Kerry Call, SeanChairde, Centre of Smart Ageing, Probus, and Age

and Opportunity. The activities showcased at the festival included Pickleball, Bowls, Better Balance Better Bones, Dance, and Yoga.

KRSP’s coordinator Gearoid O Doherty emphasized the need for more community-based activities for older adults across Kerry and KRSP’s role in supporting this development. MTU lecturer and event coordinator Eimear Foley spoke about the mutual benefits of the event for both participants and students, stating that it provided the students with a real-life experience in planning, delivering, and evaluating the festival.

The concept of being active across the lifespan is embedded in the students’ course, and this opportunity for them to engage in real-life learning is paramount. The festival attendees commented on the professionalism, warmth, and enthusiasm of the students, while the students were delighted with the

patience and ease of conversation with the participants. The KRSP can provide further information on these activities and others by phone

on 066-7144200 or email at info@ kerryrecreationandsports.ie. It is hoped that other venues across the county can facilitate similar events in the future.

Uganda bound Kate & Claire Host Easter Camp to raise Funds for Nurture Africa

Kate and Claire Crowley, Mounthawk, 3rd Year Primary School, Student Teachers in Mary Immaculate College , are travelling to teach in Uganda, Africa in June 2023. Youngest daughters of Susan Quirke-Crowley & John Crowley , Mounthawk Montessori School & Busy Bees Nursery, must raise €2500 each as part of this volunteer programme, added Claire. . ‘As part of our 3rd Year college teaching placement, We will be volunteering as teachers in Africa, for three weeks to help children in Uganda,’ said Kate . ‘To raise funds, we are hosting an Easter Camp for Primary School Children at Mounthawk Montessori from April 3rd to April 6th , 8.30 to

1.30. The fee per child is €95 for the week. The Easter Outdoor Creative Craft & Drama Camp is suitable for children over 5 years old , with lots of fun and games guaranteed. All money raised will be given to Nurture Africa, the organisation which we will be travelling with, said the girls. This will go towards the schools and the locality in Uganda. While there, We will be volunteering as teachers, helping the roll out of first aid courses and supporting the locals to become more sustainable through the use of their local resources. All support for the Easter Camp and any donations would be greatly appreciated .Bookings for the Easter Camp can be made

www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/katecrowley130

via the Mounthawk Montessori School Facebook page or by phoning the landline on 066-7189964. Donations may be made on https://

Kerry FC U17s victory over Limerick FC last Saturday in Tralee photo Adam Kowalczyk

Kerry FC U15’s met Limerick FC last Sunday in Tralee Kerry won 5-1 . photo Adam Kowalczyk

Cars

suit everybody

Come experience ‘RallyTown’ in Tralee this Saturday!

Kerry Motor Club are also hosting a ‘Rally Town’ event, in conjunction with the Tralee Chamber Alliance, This will include a static display of rally cars in the Mall area of the town. This year’s RallyTown event is kindly sponsored by ‘Tralee Quickfit Nice Price Tyres’ on Rock Street, which was recently acquired by John, Sandy and Lauren Corrigan.

As rally competitors themselves, they understand the huge role the 100s of volunteer marshals play in the rally.

As a result, they will give a €10 voucher, which can be offset against a new set of tyres to all marshals who sign on for the rally.

“This kind of generosity is unknown in rally terms,” said deputy clerk of the course Sean Moriarty at the launch.

“As rally competitors themselves, they know the importance our marshals play in rallying and to repay the marshals in this way is unprecedented. RallyTown will run from 12noon until 6 pm in The Mall, Tralee, on April 1, thanks to support from Kerry County Council and Tralee Chamber Alliance.

GOOD OLD ONE-LINERS !

I told my friend 10 jokes to get him to laugh. No pun in 10 did.

I bought some shoes from a drug dealer. I don’t know what he laced them with, but I’ve been tripping all day.

I’ve decided to sell my Hoover – it was just collecting dust.

“I usually meet my girlfriend at 12:59 because I like that one-to-one time.” – Tom Ward

How does NASA organise a party? They planet. Did you hear about the actor who fell through the floorboards? He was just going through a stage.

What did the left eye say to the right eye? Between you and me, something smells.

My wife told me I had to stop acting like a flamingo. So I had to put my foot down.

Sometimes I tuck my knees into my chest and lean forward. That’s just how I roll.

A soldier survived mustard gas in battle, and then pepper spray by the police. He’s now a seasoned veteran.

I bought my friend an elephant for his room. He said “Thanks!” I said “Don’t mention it.”

“I was playing chess with my friend and he said, ‘Let’s make this interesting’. So we stopped playing chess.”

Why do we tell actors to ‘break a leg?’ Because every play has a cast.

FAMOUS ONE -LINERS

A cement mixer collided with a prison van. Motorists are asked to be on the lookout for 16 hardened criminals.” – Peter Kay

“I met this bloke with a didgeridoo and he was playing Dancing Queen on it. I thought, ‘that’s Abba-riginal.’” – Tim Vine

“My grandfather invented the cold air balloon. It never really took off.” – Milton Jones

“Recently I went on a ballooning holiday – I put on four stone!” – Milton Jones

I told the Inland Revenue I don’t owe them a penny. I live by the seaside.” – Ken Dodd “My New Year’s resolution is to get in shape. I choose round.” – Sarah Millican

“My wife – it’s difficult to say what she does. She sells seashells on the seashore.”

– Milton Jones

“I needed a password eight characters long, so I picked Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.”

– Nick Helm

“Toughest job I ever had? Selling doors, doorto-door.” – Bill Bailey

TALKING SPORT WITH THE TRALEE ADVERTISER

KERINS O’RAHILLYS WEEKLY NOTES

Seniors:

County league resumes on April 1st with a home game vs Ballymacelligott

Division 6 game against Milltown/ Castlemaine on April 2nd

Kerry focuses on championship and defending Munster and All Ireland titles

Juvenile Club:

Training sessions took place at Tralee Sports Complex Astro turf due to bad weather and pitch conditions

Various age groups focus on different skills and have upcoming games in April New members are always welcome

U11 Boys:

First town league game vs John Mitchel’s, upcoming match against Austin Stacks

U13 KOR Boys:

U13 County League fixtures did not go ahead, training continues and Round 2 scheduled for April 2nd

U15 Boys:

Challenge game against Listowel, training at MTU Astro, County league games scheduled

Kerins O’Rahillys Minors: Resuming training and preparing for the central league

Nótaí na mBan:

U12 Girls train at MTU Sports Academy, matches planned

U14 Girls play in division 4 non-county player league

U16 Girls prepare for Round 1 of the county league on April 5th Minors start the season on April 12th, hosting Kilcummin in division 3 of the county league Seniors train in Banna, play in division 4 for the Donal Curtin Cup starting April 2nd

JOHN MITCHELS CLUB NOTES

Senior Men County League match against Renard on April 2nd at Ballyseedy, 2pm

Senior Men Development League

First game against Spa with a win, 5-11 to 2-6

Senior Ladies

Competitive challenge game against Ballymac

Upcoming game on April 2nd against Finuge/St Senans, time TBC

Under 6 Boys and Girls

Large turnout at recent training session with senior team members present Training continues Sundays at 11am in Ballyseedy complex

Under 7 Boys and Girls

Recent session focused on hand pass and pick-up skills

Training continues Sundays at 11am in Ballyseedy complex

Under 8 and 10 Girls

Training session followed by kicking and passing drills, and mini-game Training continues Sundays at 9:45am sharp

Under 12 Girls

Enthusiastic training session on Thursday night

Training on Sundays 12-1 & Thursdays 7-8, gum shields mandatory

Under 14 Girls

Gold team wins 5-05 to 0-03 against Laune Rangers B Green team to face Austin Stacks B in Ballyseedy

Under 16 Girls

Training focused on game play scenarios

Training on Mondays 7-8 & Fridays 8-9

Under 9 Boys

Preparing for U9 non-competitive Go Games in April

Training on Sundays at 9:45am

Under 11 Boys

First game in Tralee District League against Kerins O Rahillys

Next game at home against Na Gaeil on Thursday evening

Under 13 Boys

Gold team wins against Killarney Legion

Green team loses to Killarney Legion

Under 15 Boys

County League begins with away game against Laune Ranger on Thursday at 7pm

Training on Mondays and Fridays, times

TBC

Minors

Must-win game against Dingle on Monday evening at 6:30pm in Dingle

Strength & Conditioning Classes

Free classes for all members 18+ on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6am

AUSTIN STACKS

Senior Football: Austin Stacks vs. Spa (Killarney)

Final Score: Austin Stacks 1-5, Spa (Killarney) 0-10

Austin Stacks start strong, leading 1-2 to 0-0 in first 12 minutes

Spa scores three unanswered points, narrowing the gap

Austin Stacks lead 1-3 to 0-3 at halftime

Spa out-scores Austin Stacks 6-1 in second half

Paul O’Sullivan wins Celsius Mensware

Man of the Match Award

Next game: Austin Stacks vs. Legion in Killarney

B Team: Upcoming Schedule

Match 1: Lispole, April 2nd, 2pm

Match 2: Moyvane (home), April 9th

Match 3: Finuge (away), April 23rd

Match 4: Laune Rangers (home), April 30th

Match 5: Ballylongford (away), May 14th

Match 6: Duagh (home), May 21st

C Team (Black): Schedule Updates

Opening match vs. Fossa C postponed, no new date yet

Next match: Home vs. Rathmore, May 6th weekend

C Team (Amber): Schedule Updates

Opening match vs. Duagh postponed due to unplayable pitch

Awaiting details for re-fixture

Rock St. Post Office Club Lotto

Competition Tokens collected until March 31st

Winning club receives exclusive sales on Club Lotto tickets for three years

Youth Football

Under 7: Outdoor season continues on Sundays, 11am in Connolly Park

Under 9/10: Outdoor season begins

April 2nd, GoGames series starts April

11th

Under 10/11: Kilmacud Crokes

Tournament on May 7th, trip to Dublin on May 14th

Cúl Camps

Football camp in Connolly Park, July 3rd-7th

Hurling camp in Tralee, August 7th-11th

ST PATS GAA CLUB

Registration 2023: All players and coaches should register their membership with the club to benefit from GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund. Foireann Mobile App: The official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA, and Camogie clubs is now available for iOS and Android devices.

Dingle Way

Challenge 2023: The event will take place on Sunday, June 4th, with multiple route options for various skill levels.

Club Lotto: The jackpot for the draw on Sunday, April 2nd, is €6000.

Juvenile Academy: The academy has resumed sessions at MTU North Campus (Eircode V92HDV4) from 12 pm to 1 pm.

Gaelic4Girls: The 8-week program for 6-12-year-old girls continues, with sessions taking place on Sundays at St. Pat’s Blennerville.

Upcoming games: The U13s will play against Cordal next Sunday, and the U14 girls will face John Mitchels B in an away game, with the date and time to be confirmed.

Seniors: The team is scheduled to play in the Credit Union County Senior Football League Division 3A on April 9th. For more information on these topics, including more details about the Dingle Way Challenge, visit the club’s website and Facebook page.

TRALEE PARNELLS

Scór na nÓg County Finals

Tralee Parnells participants in multiple categories

Tráth na gCeist team wins County Final, advancing to Munster Final on April 15th

Ballad Group, Solo Singer, and Novelty Act perform well

Novelty Act finishes as runners-up Registration

Due by March 31st

Use GAA application Foireann for registration

Discounted rates available for lotto subscription during registration

Membership fees: Nursery (€30), Juvenile (€70), Adult players (€110), Students (€80), Non-playing adult/coach (€40), Family membership (€200)

Kerry Camogie

Tralee Parnells players Ciara Moloney and Katie Dwyer part of team that advances to National League Division

2 Final

Gaeltacht Scholarships

Available for club members aged 12-18

Apply by March 31st, contact club secretary for application form

Training

Indoor and astro-turf training ongoing Grass field training expected to resume in April Academy players moving to new pitch at

Pairc na Darach

Other teams returning to Caherslee U11 Referees Courses

Courses for youth coaches and students

Dates: March 29th (Tralee District) at Austin Stacks GAA Club, March 30th (Hurling all Districts) at Finuge GAA Club

KERRY FC ACADEMY:

Kerry U17s beat Limerick FC with goals from Kyle Foley, Andrew Kerins, and Seamus Kelly

Kerry U14s played an entertaining match against Cobh Ramblers; Edison Jahiri, Odhran Foley, Calum Robertson, and Jack Daly impressed

Kerry U15s won 5-1 against Limerick FC with goals from Christy Burke, Rob Keane, Szymon Jasinski, Ramadan Hadi, and Kalen Browne

Kerry U19s lost 4-1 to Cobh Ramblers with a goal from Kennedy Amechi

Upcoming Fixtures:

April 1st: Kerry U14s host Waterford FC at 2pm

April 2nd: Kerry U19s host Galway United at 2pm Both matches take place at Mounthawk Park

KINGDOM SWIMMING CLUB

UPDATES:

Irish Schools Championships 2023

Younger swimmers participated in the Minor Schools Championship, achieving PBs and finals

Senior swimmers Liam O’Connor and Maire O’Sullivan competed in the Interpro Schools Championships

Munster team took 3rd position overall

2. Munster Aspiring Gala Meet 2 Swimmers achieved PBs and national qualification times

Thanks to Head Coach John Edwards, team managers, officials, and volunteers

3. Mona McSharry to visit Kingdom Swimming Club

Olympic swimmer Mona McSharry will hold a Breaststroke Clinic on May 2nd

4. Trials for New Swimmers

Successful swimmers from last Friday’s trials to join the club

5. Kingdom Invitational Gala

Annual Kingdom Invitational Gala scheduled for April 22nd & 23rd in Tralee Sports & Leisure Complex

Event serves as a major fundraiser for the club

6. Irish Open Swimming Championships Swimmers Rory Boyd, Cian Mason, and Liam O’Connor to participate in the Irish Open starting this Saturday

7. Nutrition Talk

Senior Dietitian Melissa Costello to give a nutrition talk for swimmers on Friday at 7pm, focusing on pre and posttraining and gala nutrition.

TRALEE CHESS CLUB

Tralee played Limerick B at 4pm in their second best of 5 match.Tralee again were victorious, winning 3 1/2 to 1 1/2.This result maintains their 100 percent record. Ukranian pair Yunis Barudi and Oleksandr Zakcadndyi again both won.Syrian Ayman Osman had also a spectacular win with an elaborate check mate.Paul Shanahan drew his match.Johnny Hoare lost out in a close encounter.Tralee Chess Club kept up their 100 percent record by beating Ennis B 3/2 in their first match in Charleville last Sunday.Yukranian pair Yunis Barudi and Oleksandr Zakcadndyi both won.Paul Shanahan and Johnny Hoare both drew.Ayman Osman was an unlucky loser. this ensures Tralee stay top of the Munster Chess League Division 2

Paul Shanahan drew both his games in Charleville on Sunday to ensure Tralee stay top of the Munster Chess League Division 2

ABOVE: The Maurice Collins Memorial Vintage Rally, Committe and helpers. Begins Easter Weekend 8th/9th April 2023 and this year we are delighted to announce we have the honour of hosting the All Ireland National IVETA Vintage Rally. First time in Kerry in the 4th year of the Irish Vintage Engine Tractor Assocation plans are well under way to make it a fantastic day for everyone.

Pictured from left sitting Cillian Lynch, Oisin Leen, Chairman Joe McCarthy, Millie Raggett, Breda Collins, Kathleen McCarthy, Siún Leen, Ann Sullivan and President Johnny Egan, back from left Tadgh Lynch, Sharon Leen, Sean and Edaein Leen and Timmy and John McCarthy, on right of picture left sitting John Clifford, Peggy and Philip Fitzmaurice, Aoibhinn Leen, Trish Kelly, Anthony and Margaret Lynch, back from left standing Paddy McCarthy, Paschal Hurley, Mary Clifford, John Kelly, Maureen Milward, Jim Costello, Jason Teahan, sitting in Red Cross Ambulance Noel Finucane, driver. Picture - John Cleary

JOB OPPORTUNITY Program Services Manager / Tour Guide Manager

Permanent Position

REP ORTS TO: Country Manager

GENERAL AREA OF RESP ONSIBILIT Y: Responsible for an international team of Tour Guides for US tourists

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

TO PERFORM THE JOB:

• creative, independent, and highly organized

• Previous experience in training, coaching and managing people

• Excellent verbal and written command of the English language

• Proven ability to motivate people while building relationships based on trust, accountability, and mutual respect

• Excellent administrative skills including working

• Demonstrated success in making tough decisions and taking risks

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time and willingness to invest in longer work hours

• Dependability, candor, strong work ethic, time management are all pre-requisites

•

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Hire and train Tour Guides

• with high performing Tour Guides. Lead Tour Guide the road trip simulations including logistics

• Develop individual training plans for newly hired Tour Guides

• Drive Regional Excellence Goals

• Live coaching of Tour Guides over the phone, via Zoom, and in person or Ride along with Tour Guides while on tour to support performance

• Assigning Tour Guides based on past performance and company needs. Terminate low performers

• Emergency support to Tour Guides

• Manage administrative duties while on the road and

• Read all passenger quality reports and comments to develop coaching plans for Tour Guides

• Weekly reporting to Management applications2023season@gmail.com

Kingdom Swimming Club