Issue 13

Kerry FC Triumphs in Historic Victory Against Longford Town

Kerry FC celebrated a landmark moment at Mounthawk Park as they secured their first League of Ireland home victory against Longford Town. In their fiftieth competitive game, midfielder Sean McGrath marked his fiftieth appearance by playing a pivotal role in Kerry’s 3-0 win. The match started with Longford Town dominating possession, but Kerry gradually gained control, with Daniel Okwute and Kennedy

Amechi creating early chances. Thirty minutes in, McGrath broke the deadlock with a well-placed shot, igniting the home crowd. Kerry continued to press forward, extending their lead just before halftime through Ryan Kelliher’s clinical finish. Despite further opportunities for Kerry, including a near-miss from Amechi, the score remained 2-0 at halftime. The second half saw Kerry maintain

their dominance, with Okwute and Amechi threatening Longford’s defense. Amechi eventually found the net, sealing Kerry’s victory with a superb outside-of-the-boot shot. As the final whistle blew, Kerry FC celebrated a historic win, extending their unbeaten run to seven games. McGrath’s exceptional performance earned him the man-of-the-match accolade, while the team’s solid defense ensured goalkeeper Antonio

Tuta had a quiet night. The victory marks a significant milestone for Kerry FC, who now turn their attention to their upcoming fixture against Treaty United at The Markets Field. With momentum on their side, Kerry FC aims to continue their impressive form and build on this historic triumph.

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My Slimming World Journey: Marita-Ann’s Transformation

“On June 21st, 2023, I embarked on my Slimming World journey, facing serious obesity and health issues that threatened my life and happiness. After weeks of hesitation, I mustered the courage to attend a meeting one Wednesday evening, meeting Sharon, who became my pillar of support.

With the guidance of Slimming World and the encouragement of newfound friends, I embraced the program wholeheartedly. In 41 weeks, I shed over 5 stone, with more progress to go. It hasn’t been easy, but I’ve realized this journey is for me, improving both my selfimage and health.

Getting accustomed to my changing reflection and slipping into smallersized clothes has been empowering. Previously, I hid in larger garments, struggling with daily tasks due to my health. But now, with improved mobility and vitality, I relish in the newfound freedom of movement. My journey isn’t just about physical transformation; it’s a journey of selfcare and self-discovery. Learning to prioritize myself amidst the demands of life has been eye-opening. With the unwavering support of Sharon and my group, I’ve embraced the importance of self-compassion and resilience.

As I continue towards my target weight, I acknowledge the challenges ahead. But armed with newfound confidence and healthier habits, I approach the future with optimism. My journey is a testament to the power of support, self-care, and determination, proving that with the right mindset, anything is achievable.”

The link is now open for St Pats Dingle Way Challenge in June

Join the Dingle Way Challenge on June 2nd, 2024, an exciting trek through the stunning landscapes of Co. Kerry. Begin your adventure by checking in at St. Pat’s GAA Club, Blennerville, Tralee. Buses will transport participants to their chosen starting point. Registration offers an Early Bird option of €70 before May 1st, rising to €75 thereafter (plus transaction charges). Indicate your preferred route—either the 42km Ultra Route from Coumeenole to Annascaul or the 30km Standard Route from Ventry Beach to Annascaul—to assist with planning transport and catering. For the Ultra Route, check-in begins at 4:15 am, with the bus departing at 5:00 am. The Standard Route check-in starts at 6:45 am, with the bus leaving at 7:30 am. Both routes offer hot breakfast in Dingle and refreshment stops along the way. Participants can choose to complete either route, and transport is available along the way for those who wish to conclude their journey early. Buses will return participants from Annascaul to St. Pat’s Club in Blennerville. Don’t miss this opportunity to challenge yourself amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Dingle Way. Register now for an unforgettable experience.Register on-line through Dingle Way Challenge 2024 Tickets, Sun 2 Jun 2024 at 05:00 | Eventbrite

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE

Photos by John Cleary

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ABOVE: Table10 at Tralee Bridge International Congress at the Rose Hotel Tralee on Saturday, that ran for the weekend, l-r Linda O’Riordan, Macroom, Nicky Fitzgibbons, Tralee, Michael O’Shea, Killarney and Nellie White Macroom.

ABOVE: Anne Sugrue and on right Marian Fitzgerald organizers of the Phoenix Women’s Centre and Shed Fashion Show at the Ashe Hotel Trtalee, on Friday night.

ABOVE: Tralee ladies take to the Catwalk modeling at the Phoenix Women’s Centre and the Shed Fashion Show at the Ashe Hotel, Tralee, on Friday night, l-r Margaret Breen, Breda Hurley and Mariam Moriarty.

ABOVE: Enjoying the Phoenix Women’s Centre and Shed Fashion Show on Friday night at the Ashe Hotel Tralee, l-r Anne Leneghan, Wilton, Cork, and Maria Stack Ardfert.

ABOVE: Elegance style always in fashion, taken at the fundraising Phoenix Women’s Centre and Shed Fashion Show at the Ashe Hotel Tralee on Friday night, l-r Shela Martin, Killarney, Noreen Healy and Sarah Roche, both from Tralee.

ABOVE: Margaret Crowley and on right Marion Keogh, both from Tralee, enjoy the Phoenix Women’s Centre and Shed Fashion Show at the Ashe Hotel, Tralee on Friday night.

ABOVE: Church helpers Louise Kasprzyk, Chicago, and on right Jennifer Broderick, Tralee, place the Divine Mercy photo of Jesus on the main altar facing the people for the Mercy Sunday devotion at St. John’s Church Tralee on Mercy Sunday.

ABOVE: Breda Hurley, Tralee, on the catwalk at the Phoenix Women’s Centre and Shed Fashion Show fundraising event at the Ashe Hotel Tralee on Friday night.

€2.7M for Digital Learning & School Maintenance

Minister for Education and Kerry T.D, Norma Foley, has announced €2.7 million in funding to support digital learning and minor building works in Kerry schools. This funding is part of a broader allocation of €50 million for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) grants and €29 million for minor works funding to primary and special schools nationwide.

The ICT funding aims to enable schools to integrate digital technologies into teaching, learning, and assessment, while the minor works funding can be utilized for maintenance and small-scale improvements to school infrastructure.

Under the Digital Strategy for Schools to 2027, primary schools will receive a basic grant of €2,000 plus additional payments per pupil, varying based on school type and student needs. Similarly, post-primary schools will receive a basic grant along with per-student payments.

This funding builds upon previous allocations under the Digital Strategy for Schools 2015-2020 and supports learners at risk of education disadvantage through closing the digital divide.

Minister Foley emphasized the importance of appropriate ICT infrastructure and committed to continued funding support for the Digital Strategy’s implementation. Additionally, she announced further research into the impact of digital technologies on student learning and wellbeing to inform policy and resource allocation.

Details regarding the criteria for the ICT Infrastructure Grant Scheme will be published soon. Meanwhile, arrangements are underway for the payment of €29 million in Minor Works grants to primary and special schools, supporting their operation for the forthcoming school year.

Minister Foley highlighted the flexibility of the minor works grant,

allowing schools to address local maintenance needs. She stressed the importance of maintenance in promoting health and safety and providing conducive learning environments.

The Department’s Planning and Building Unit is finalizing updated guidance for schools on maintenance practices, expected to be published in Q2 2024 in an easily accessible online format.

Style personified at the Connect Hair & Beauty Awards last weekend in the Rose Hotel!

Phoenix Women’s SHED Fashion Show

Pictured at the Phoenix Women’s SHED Fashion Show in the Ashe Hotel Tralee on Friday night were: Margaret Breen, Breeda Hurley and Miriam Moriarty Owens. Photo: Michelle Breen Crean Photography

Pictured at the Phoenix Women’s SHED Fashion Show in the Ashe Hotel Tralee on Friday night were: Bridget O’Connell, Breda Counihan and Ita Greaney. Photo: Michelle Breen Crean Photography

Pictured at the Phoenix Women’s SHED Fashion Show in the Ashe Hotel Tralee on Friday night were: Anne Marie Sugrue, Sheila Martin, Marian Fitzgerald and Annette O’Sullivan. Photo: Michelle Breen Crean Photography

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• Some students will be working in Tralee, some will be doing English classes only

• The aim of the programme is for students to improve their English skills through classes and living with a host family

• We accept students all year round, so we are looking for families to take students for varying lengths of time, throughout the year

24TH APR

Vivaldi's L'Olimpiade

Irish National Opera presents its award winning exploration of Vivaldi's operas, with seven characters showing their personalities and feelings through explosive to instrumentally virtuosic and tender arias. Featuring tangled relationships, forbidden love, an unsuccessful assassination and a royal father who has to accept his children as they are.

Tickets €31/28

Tóg Sos

Radio Kerry returns with Tóg Sos for a night of rousing traditional musical entertainment, hosted by Mary Conroy and joined by a number of guests for a musical hooley.

Tickets €31

* All tickets subject to €1.50 booking fee

4TH MAY SAT 8.00PM

Declan Nerney & Guests

Declan Nerney returns to Siamsa Tíre with guest country singers John McNicholl and John Hogan don't miss a great night of nostalgia and entertainment as they cover showband and country music.

Tickets €26

Tom Ollendorf Trio

For Jazz fans, don't miss the Tom Ollendorf Trio European tour stopping in Tralee to celebrate the release of his critically acclaimed album Open House. This album cements Tom’s status as one of the finest emerging guitarists on the international jazz scene. Joined on tour by drummer Marc Michel and Double bassist Viktor Nyberg.

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Sinn Féin Introduces Fourth Candidate, Paddy.

In preparation for the upcoming Local Elections on June 7th, Sinn Féin has announced the addition of Paddy Kevane as their fourth candidate for the Tralee Local Electoral Area. Ratified by the party’s Ard Chomhairle after selection by Tralee party members, Kevane joins incumbent councillors Cathal Foley and Deirdre Ferris, along with primary school teacher Paul Daly on the Sinn Féin ticket.Paddy Kevane, currently a lecturer at the Munster Technological University in Tralee, boasts a strong reputation for community and charity work in the town and its surroundings. With qualifications in Law and Social Care,

Kevane has held significant roles including President of St. Vincent de Paul in Tralee and West Kerry, Chairman of South Munster MABS, and board member of various organizations including FoodShare Kerry and Meals on Wheels Tralee. Amidst the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020, Kevane led efforts to distribute over 35,000 meals through Meals on Wheels to vulnerable and elderly citizens unable to leave their homes. His ongoing dedication involves supporting individuals facing poverty in Tralee and advocating for those with disabilities or medical conditions.

In response to his selection, Kevane expressed his gratitude and commitment to his community, emphasizing a desire for local-level change. He outlined priorities including addressing housing shortages, supporting the elderly and disabled, fostering local employment, enhancing community safety, and developing essential services.

Kevane concluded by affirming his aspiration to contribute to a robust Sinn Féin team, dedicated to improving the lives of ordinary people both in Tralee and across Kerry.

Sustainable Tourism for Kerry

Fexco’s Sustainability Lead, talk to attendees at Fexco’s panel discussion on Sustainable Tourism which took place this week at the RDI Hub as part of Fexco’s second annual Green Week. Thought leaders, industry experts, and local businesses gathered for a fascinating and inspiring discussion on an important topic in today’s rapidly evolving travel industry.Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD .

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IDA announce plans for 2nd Advanced Tech building in Tralee!

Some great news for Tralee this week as IDA Ireland is to lodge a planning application by the end of the year to build a second advanced technology building in Tralee

The IDA committed to building another facility, known as an Advanced Building Solution (ABS), in Tralee as part of its strategy from 2021-2024.

The building will be constructed at the Kerry Technology Park, on the remaining unused lands at the park which the IDA bought in 2022.

Energywise Guys looking good at GreenHomes Roadshow !

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Nora from Slimming World looking very comfortable after her move to Meadowlands !

Ian Rush, at his HQ , grabs a selfie with a famous Tralee Man !

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A MILLIONAIRE WANTS HIS DAUGHTER TO MARRY...

So he decideds to host a competition for a small town nearby. “To any man who can swim across this Piranha infested pool of water unharmed, may have my daughter’s hand in marriage.” 20 men line up next to the pool and stand there to scared to move. Suddenly a man jumps into the water and is swimming with all his might. Finally he comes out of the water on the other side unharmed. “That was incredible,” said the millionaire,”I am a man of my word, so you may marry my daughter.” The man turns to him and says,”Look I don’t give a damn about your daughter, I just want to know the name of the bugger who pushed me in.”

I TOLD MY FRIEND THAT “LAST NIGHT THERE WAS A REAR-END COLLISION IN MY CAR PARK

After that, the drunk guy that hit the car gave me 800 euro and drove away”. My friend asked me “Is that enough to fix it?”

I said “I don’t care, it wasn’t my car.”-

YOU ARE ON A HORSE GALLOPING AT A CONSTANT SPEED.

On your right side, is a sharp drop off and on your left side is an elephant traveling at the same speed as you. Directly in front of you is another galloping horse, but your horse is unable to overtake it...

Behind you is a lion running at the same speed as you and the horse in front of you. What must you do to safely get out of this highly dangerous situation?

Get your drunk behind off the merry-go-round.!

WHAT DOES A BUTCHER CALL A COW ON A HILL?

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LAWYERS SHOULD NEVER ASK A GEORGIA GRANDMA A QUESTION IF THEY AREN’T PREPARED FOR THE ANSWER...

In a trial, a Southern small-town prosecuting attorney called his first witness, a grandmotherly, elderly woman to the stand. He approached her and asked, ‘Mrs. Jones, do you know me?’ She responded, ‘Why, yes, I do know you, Mr. Williams. I’ve known you since you were a boy, and frankly, you’ve been a big disappointment to me. You lie, you cheat on your wife, and you manipulate people and talk about them behind their backs. You think you’re a big shot when you haven’t the brains to realize you’ll never amount to anything more than a two-bit paper pusher. Yes, I know you.’

The lawyer was stunned. Not knowing what else to do, he pointed across the room and asked, ‘Mrs. Jones, do you know the defense attorney?’

She again replied, ‘Why yes, I do. I’ve known Mr. Bradley since he was a youngster, too. He’s lazy, bigoted, and he has a drinking problem. He can’t build a normal relationship with anyone, and his law practice is one of the worst in the entire state. Not to mention he cheated on his wife with three different women. One of them was your wife. Yes, I know him.’ The defense attorney nearly died.

The judge asked both counselors to approach the bench and, in a very quiet voice, said, ‘If either of you idiots asks her if she knows me, I’ll send you both to the electric chair.

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KERINS O’RAHILLYS GAA NOTESAPRIL 8TH, 2024

Seniors: Despite our efforts, we faced a tough match against Killarney Legion, resulting in a 3-11 to 0-10 defeat. The game started crucially, with each pass and tackle pivotal in shaping the outcome. Legion scored early, but Conor O’Sullivan and Con Barrett responded with points. Despite our efforts, Legion’s defense proved formidable, and they secured a well-deserved victory.

Division 6: Our Junior team performed impressively against Castleisland Desmonds, winning 5-13 to 0-03 despite challenging weather conditions.

Congratulations to Ben Hanafin, Tomás Kennedy, and Darragh O’Connor for making the county U20 panel. Kerry will face Clare in the Munster championship on April 10th.

Masters Challenge: Support our annual Masters Challenge fundraiser, starting April 11th, by purchasing cards from club members or participating online.

Lotto: This week’s lotto jackpot is €11,700. Tickets available at various locations or online until 4 pm on Monday.

Juvenile Academy: Despite the weather, training continued at Tralee Sports Complex with excellent attendance. Kerry Captain Paudie Clifford visited our Academy Training. Training resumes next Sunday, and new members are always welcome.

Congratulations to our U13 boys for their impressive win against Currow GAA. Man of the Match Caden O’Sullivan led a stellar performance. Our U12 girls trained hard ahead of the North Kerry League. Best of luck to them as they begin their campaign. The U16 girls had a productive week with strong attendance at training sessions. Special mention to Chloe O’Sullivan for her birthday celebration. Commiserations to Declan Quill and the squad for their efforts in the Ladies National Football League final.

ST PATS GAA NOTES

Dingle Way Challenge

Join us on June 2nd for the Dingle Way Challenge, offering two routes: the Ultra (42Km) and Standard (30Km). Register online before May 31st for early bird rates. Check-in at St Pat’s GAA Club, Blennerville, with buses to start points.

Curraheen Community Council Meeting

Join the public meeting on April 18th at 7.30pm to discuss local issues. All opinions welcome!

Tony O’Donoghue 10th Year Anniversary Walk

Support the memorial walk on April 13th at Skelper Quanes. Help us raise funds for KHF.

Juvenile Academy Our Football Academy is back every Sunday at Kerry Sports Academy. New members always welcome!

U13 Boys St Pats secured a win against Castleisland Desmond. Training continues Mondays and Wednesdays.

Seniors St Pats defeated Firies B in

challenging conditions. Well done to the team and speedy recovery to Cillian Lynch.

U12 Girls’ home game vs Na Gaeil on April 11th at Blennerville.

U11 Boys’ Co league game vs An Ghaeltacht on April 11th.

U9 Boys’ first game vs Lispole on April 9th.

Weekly Juvenile Updates: U5 to U11 teams showed great enthusiasm and progress in recent sessions.

St Pats Team: Congratulations to the Senior team on their recent victory against Firies B. Well done to all players and substitutes!

Senior B’s Watch out for the Senior Bs’ match against Listowel Emmets B on April 13th at Blennerville. Wishing Cillian Lynch a speedy recovery after his injury.

JOHN MITCHELS NOTES - WEEK OF APRIL 7TH, 2024

Senior Men Our Division 2 team played Austin Stacks, resulting in a 10-6 victory for Stacks. Next game is away to Glenbeigh/Glencar on April 21st. Thanks to our Under 11 Boys for their halftime display.

Division 6 Team Secured their first win against St. Michaels Foilmore. Next game away to Dr. Crokes on April 19th. Thanks to supporters for their ongoing support.

Senior Ladies Training continues with the next game against Kilcummin on April 12th.

Minor Team Support our Minor Team in the Division 2 Shield semi-final against Listowel Emmets on April 8th. Training continues with great progress and enjoyment. Next session on Sunday at 11.00 AM.

Under 9 Boys Hosted Cordal Under 9 Boys with fantastic turnout despite rough weather conditions.

Under 8s and 10s Girls Training resumed after Easter break. Keep practicing at home.

Under 14 Girls Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday.

Under 12 Girls Blitz in Miltown Castlemaine next Saturday.

Under 13 Boys Both teams played against Austin Stacks, showing great effort and improvement. Training continues Monday and Friday.

Under 15 Boys Results from recent matches and upcoming fixtures.

Under 16 Girls and Minors Training details for the week.

AUSTIN STACKS NOTES - COUNTY LEAGUE DIVISION 2

In challenging conditions, Austin Stacks defeated John Mitchels 0-10 to 0-6. Darragh Cunnane led Mitchels’ scoring, but Stacks fought back with points from Donagh McKivergan and David Mannix.

Stacks’ team performance secured victory.

County League Division 5A Senior B Team drew with Asdee, final score Austin Stacks 2-6 Asdee 1-9.

Youth Football Action for Under 7, 8, and 9 boys on Sunday at 11am in Caherslee. New players welcome.

Under 11 Boys Season resumes with a game against Na Gaeil on Thursday, April 11th at 6.30pm.

Under 13 Boys Strong performances secured wins against John Mitchel’s U13s. Training continues Tuesday night at the MTU.

Under 15 Boys Results and upcoming fixtures for Division 1A and Division 9A teams.

Under 17 and Minor Teams Recent match reports and upcoming fixtures.

Under 18 Celebration of the great Rock minor team of 1980.

Best Wishes To Kerry U17/U20 hurlers and footballers, as well as the Kerry seniors in championship preparations. Scór Good luck to Tralee’s Helen Uí Shiochrú and The Spa’s set dancers in the Munster finals of Senior Scór.

TRALEE PARNELLS CLUB NOTES

U15 Camogie Continued success for our U15 Feile Camogie team with wins against Causeway and Ballyduff. Younger squad members shone with impressive scores.

Next up: Division 1 County Feile final against Cillard on April 14th.

U15 Hurling Second win in Feile group stages against Abbeydorney. Tough conditions but our lads secured the victory.

Division 1 semi-final on April 12th against Lixnaw at Caherslee (6.30pm). Kerry Minor Camogie Kerry Minors secure comprehensive win against Westmeath. Tralee Parnells players prominent in the victory.

U12 Hurling Successful participation in Munster GAA blitz at Croke Park. Exciting matches against Clare, Cork, and Limerick opposition.

Academy Training Training at Caherslee returns on April 12th, weather permitting.

Last One Standing Congratulations to Padraig Kerins

for winning the Last One Standing competition.

Impressive performance in a competitive field of over two hundred participants.

BALLYMACELLIGOTT

GAA CLUB NOTES

Credit Union SFL Div 1 Round 3

Result: Rathmore 2-08 Ballymacelligott 1-06 Ballymac fell short despite two gifted goals to the opposition and too many wides.

Notable performances from Daire

Keane, Cathal Dunne, Vinnie Horan, and Tadhg Brick.

Credit Union SFL Div 6A Round 3

Result: Ballymacelligott 1-4 Dr Crokes 6-11

Tough game in challenging weather conditions.

Players commendable amidst training challenges and no home pitch.

Salute to TLI Group (Kerry) team on All-Ireland Inter-Firm Junior Football Final victory.

Best wishes to Minor Ladies starting County League against Glenflesk.

Upcoming Matches

Minor Boys through to the Semi-Final of Division 2 of Keane’s Supervalu Minor County League.

Under 15 Boys with a commendable performance against Churchill. Academy continues next Sunday at MTU.

Health and Wellbeing

Kerry County Council & KWD County Clean Up rescheduled due to storm. Please support efforts to keep Ballymacelligott clean.

TRALEE DISTRICT BOARD NOTES

Congratulations to Helen Sugrue of Na Gaeil for success in the Aithriseoracht at the Munster semi-final of Scór Sínsear. Helen will represent Kerry in the Munster Final in Newport, Co. Tipperary on Saturday 13th.

Lidl Ladies National League: Commiserations to Kerry Ladies, including our district players, on their loss to Armagh in the Division 1 final at Croke Park.

Beidh lá eile ag an bPaorach!

Kerry U20s:

Best wishes to Kerry U20s and our district players in Round 1 of Phase 2 of the Munster U20 Championship against Clare in Quilty on Wednesday night. Good luck to Ben Hanafin, Darragh O’Connor, Tomás Kennedy (Kerins O’Rahilly’s), Colm Browne, Daniel Kirby, Michael Tansley, Paddy Lane (Austin Stacks), and Jack Doyle (Na Gaeil).

TORQUING CARS!

Kia Ireland launch 48-hour EV test drive campaign

Kia Ireland have this week launched a 48-hour electric vehicle test drive campaign which is designed to encourage consumers to get behind the wheel of an electric vehicle and experience EV driving for themselves. With an increased spotlight on electric vehicles in recent months, there has been much discussion in the public domain regarding the practicality of electric vehicles and their related capabilities. This campaign from Kia is designed to answer any questions that consumers may have in relation to electric vehicles by offering an extended test drive period where driving range, charging infrastructure and cost savings can all be examined in more detail.

Cathal Kealey, Head of Marketing & PR at Kia Ireland commented ‘There are EV sceptics out there, many of which have never actually driven an electric vehicle. Electric vehicles have been embraced by early adopters

but like any new technology, it takes time to convince the majority of customers. Reluctance is understandable but education and myth busting are key in this process. The more time that consumers have in these cars, the more confidence they will gain in the technology. We believe this campaign can benefit anyone looking to change their car this year.’

The application process is simple, those interested can log onto Kia.

com and register their interest. The consumer will then be contacted directly by Kia and subject to availability and driver eligibility criteria, the booking will be confirmed at their local Kia dealership. Kia have confirmed that this campaign will run until June 30th, as too will their Q2 offers which include 0% finance and a free home charger on all New and Used Niro EV and EV6 models. The recently crowned 2024 World Car

of the Year, the EV9, is available with 1.9% finance, a free home charger and a launch package which includes a 3-year service plan, a 2-year Kia charge Ionity plus package for discounted public charging, a €500 Energia home energy credit and a €500 Kia accessory voucher.

Full details and terms are available at kia.com or contact your local Kia Dealer McElligott’s Tralee Ltd.

MTU student wins Gold for Team Ireland in Mixed Martial Arts European Championships

Munster Technological University student, Flobater Fares won gold for Team Ireland at the 2024 International Mixed Martial Arts Federation European Championships over the weekend. A second year Business and Enterprise student and sports scholarship recipient, Flobater competed for Team Ireland in Belgrade, Serbia, over the past week and secured Gold over the weekend. Speaking about his achievement, Flobater said: “This is the realisation of a lifetime dream for me and I am really proud of my achievement.

I want to thank my amazing coaches for their support, and I look forward

to continuing to represent Ireland and MTU into the future.” Also speaking was Norma Buckley, Sports Officer at MTU who said:

“All of us at MTU are extremely proud of Flobater’s achievement.

He fought off tough competition throughout the competition and this is a great achievement for him and his team. He is an extremely dedicated athlete who represents himself, MTU and Team Ireland with pride.”

Tralee Parnells U15s who defeated Abbeydorney in round 2 of Feile na nGael

John Mitchels Under age looking good!

SATURDAY: TOM LEAHY FRIDAY: PAULIE O’BRIEN

SUNDAY: JOHN HURLEY

VAL O’SHEAS

FRIDAY DATHI REGAN

SATURDAY RAMBLING OGS

SUNDAY TOM LEAHY

THURSDAY DAVE O LEARY

Sean Dineen from Castlegregory relaxing at Garvey’s car park Tralee on Wednesday afternoon while waiting for a drive home.Photo Moss Joe Browne.

sunshine day

fair on Thursday were Margaret O Sullivan from Lixnaw with friends Eddie Carmody and well known horseman Thomas Harrington.Photo Moss Joe Browne.

John O’ Mahoney (Dublin & Kerry)

Died 15th April 2023

So Sadly & lovingly remembered John by Rosalyn,Gregory, Ivan & Grace daughter-in-laws Emily & Emma, Grandchildren Brandon, Jessie, Phoebe, Saylor & baby Haili, all extended families & friends.

We wish to thank all who supported & comforted us in our heartbreaking bereavement & express our deepest gratitude.

For all the mass cards, Letters, Flowers & online condolences & all who travelled long distances to be with us.

We wish to thank The Gleasure Funeral Home for being so attentive & kind the beautiful service that Fr Francis & Fr Michael gave in Churchill. We thank all the doctors & staff in San Diego Hospital especially Sr Rose & colleagues of Nazareth Home California.

A special thank you to the sisters & staff of Nazareth Nursing Homes worldwide, Australia, Malahide Dublin & Nazareth House, Mallow & Belfast, who all treasured John’s work etiquette & diligence & showed great kindness to us as a family during those difficult times. We thank all the past staff of The Great Southern Hotels where John spent many happy years and most of his working career who also travelled to be with us. As it is impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this Acknowledgment as an expression of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the mass will be offered for your intentions.

John was a very special person whom we all deeply loved & who will always be in our hearts.

Rest in Peace, Amen

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