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A Night at the Opry
Starring Claudia Buckley, Johnny Brady and John Hogan, enjoy a fantastic evening with 3 of Ireland’s biggest and best Country stars, as they present some of the most well known hit songs of Country Music, with a few stories and fun moments. So come and sing along to your favourite Country Music Hit songs! Tickets €30
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During this course you will learn about development and learning in children with special needs and about the role of an SNA. You will learn about child development and behaviour theories.
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Duration; 20 Weeks - Tuesday Evenings
Location; Tralee Education Support Centre
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21ST SEP SAT 8.00PM
Culture Night - Open House
Bruised Orange John Prine Tribute Band
Ireland's premier John Prine Tribute band will perform with special guest Tralee singer Catriona O'Sullivan. Boasting some of Ireland's most experienced musicians the band features Michael ‘Mike Mack’ McGarry, Anthony Toby Cregan, Derek Matthews, Steve Milne and Shay Carry, creating a unique live John Prine experience. Tickets €25
Siamsa Tíre opens every room in the house this Culture Night with entertainment, fashion and arts workshops for all. Marvel at the Junk Kouture exhibition by Kerry students, get creative and paint your own artwork in our Graffiti Workshops (6pm, 6.40pm, 7.30pm) with artist Paul Egan - all materials supplied. In the theatre, we celebrate community and culture with a special performance by the Vocaleze Choir and a dual screening of a music video project, 'What About Us' created by the Skills for Life students from MTU. (7pm and 7.45pm) If you prefer to get active, try our new Jig Fit and
Dance Workshops in our rehearsal space every 30 mins
MONDAYS: TUMS, BUMS & THIGHS (LEVEL 3-4) - 6.15PM, 45 MIN
TUESDAYS: BODY SCULPT (LEVEL 2-3) - 6.30PM, 45 MIN
SATURDAYS: STRENGTH & CONDITIONING (LEVEL 3-4) - 10.30AM, 45 MIN
THURSDAYS: STRENGTH & CONDITIONING (LEVEL 3-4) - 7.00AM, 45 MIN FRIDAYS: TOTAL TONE (LEVEL 2-3) 6.30PM, 30 MIN
WEDNESDAYS: HIIT (HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING): 6PM, 30 MIN
Please book in advance for all classes & arrive at least 5 mins prior to start time
Clounalour, Oakpark, Tralee, Co. Kerry
at Fairtree Village, Caherbreagh, Ballyseedy, Tralee
Tomato time!
IN THE GARDEN WITH NAOMI!
Naomi from Kingdom Garden Centre answers your gardening queries...
SOME GARDENING TIPS FOR SEPTEMBER.
This is the end of your tomato season so you can pick any green tomatoes now. The way to ripen the green tomatoes is into a dry cardboard box with bananas. Place in a warm room and close the box. Check every few days, your tomatoes will turn red in no time . This is the time to either freeze them or just simply enjoy them.
Perennials in seed?
Are your perennials in seed now? , if so, save that seed for next Spring..... just make sure your seed is really dry when storing. Or the lazy way is just sprinkle away in your perennial bed and watch them come alive in the spring. Now is the time to divide your perennials also in order to keep them flowering profusely and retain a healthy plant.
Store those Spring Bulbs
September is the month that you purchase your spring bulbs. These can be planted mainly in November but availability is now in the garden centres so my advice is go buy the bulbs now and have them stored and ready to plant.
We have a full range of bulbs, garlic and onions in stock now so come see us at Kingdom Garden centre.
Any queries about your indoor plants just send a picture to info@kingdomgardencentre.ie or what’s app to
Opening hours for our garden centre are 9 to 5pm Mon to Sat & 10 to 5pm Sun / Bank holidays.
Pieta House to host International leadership expert at The Ashe Hotel
We are very excited to be hosting international Leadership expert Doug Dane author of his bestselling book Mistaken Identity to an event in the Ashe Hotel on Wednesday 18th September from 10 am.
Whether you are seeking personal growth or you are a leader looking to create a healthier working
environment,Doug offers insights that can change lives.
He says that many people whether in work or in our personal lives are struggling because of adverse experiences from the past that may manifest in toxic stress ,chronic illness,self sabotage etc.Doug offers some practical tools and insights to
empower people to transform their lives and break free from patterns that may be holding them back.
Please note that all proceeds from ticket sales are going to help Pieta House.
You can contact Natalie at +353868384111 for any information.
BALLYMAC Juveniles looking good!
ROCK MINORS IN COUNTY FINAL: The Austin Stack Club minor team that played the Naomh Ciarán Divisional team in the Kerry County Final on Monday last i bPáirc Aibhistín de Staic. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin
LEGAL MATTERS CORNER
MIRIAM
MC GILLICUDDY ANSWERS YOUR LEGAL QUERIES
Helen is looking at cycling to work for health reasons and reducing car emissions. She understands that she could get a good hard-wearing bicycle under the bicycle to work scheme, and she is wondering how she could go about this. She is also worried about bicycle security.
The cycle to work or bike to work scheme allows for your employer to buy a bicycle up to certain price limits plus accessories which will be yours, but which is then paid back with deduction from your wages over a 12-month period. This amount is tax deductible which means that your wages for that year are taxed after taking off the cost of the bicycle. If you pay tax at 40% it means that the bicycle only cost, you 60% of the total cost of the bicycle and accessories. The price limits on the bicycle depend on the type of bicycle which must be new. It is €3,000 for cargo and ecargo bikes. These are bicycles that are made to carry heavy loads and people. Useful for the shopping on the way home from work!
It is €1,500 for pedelecs and e-bikes. Electrically assisted Bikes that also involves pedalling.
It is €1,250 for other bicycles.
The accessories that can be included in the cost includes bells and bulb horns, lights including lights on a dynamo, mirrors, mudguards, cycle clips, panniers and luggage carriers and accoutrements, bicycle locks, bicycle pumps and repair tools, reflective clothing and reflectors. So these can all be included in the one invoice that goes to the employer to be paid. Each employer will have a cycle to work policy setting out how the scheme will work. They may specify a list of shops from which one buys the equipment and for Civil and Public Servants they can only purchase from a specific list of shops. The bike and accessories need to be paid for by the employer and the employee must sign a confirmation for the revenue commissioners that the bicycle is for their own use and for getting to and from work. The bicycle is the employees subject to the 12 months of deductions from Salary. Once one has availed of the scheme one cannot avail of it again until 4 years have expired.
The bike to work scheme has been wildly successful and has been operating since 2009 with knock on economic effects, increased cycle to work commuters, more bicycle shops with a greater number of employees employed. Pedal power in action. !
Law quip: “Four wheels move your body, two wheels move your soul”Nicola Miller
If you have a legal query or need further information on any item addressed in this column please send in your query to miriam.mcgillycuddy@gmail.com
McGillycuddy, Solicitor, Derryana, Ballyard, Tralee, County Kerry.
TEDxTralee 2024 Returns to Siamsa Tire – A “You-nique” Experience
TEDxTralee, an independently organized event licensed by TEDx, returns to Siamsa Tire on Saturday, October 12th, with the theme “You-nique.” TEDx events, launched in 2009, bring communities together for TED-like experiences, featuring talks that have the potential to be showcased on TED.com, where they can reach millions of viewers. TEDx’s YouTube channel alone boasts 32 million subscribers.
Curators Bryan Carr and James Finnegan, who co-coordinate the event, are excited to build on the success of TEDxTralee 2021 and 2022. Talks from those years have garnered over 1.7 million views on the global TED platform. This year’s event aims to further promote Tralee internationally, offering a fresh series of eclectic talks from local, national, and international speakers.
Speakers at TEDxTralee 2024 come from diverse backgrounds, sharing
their unique stories and big ideas.
Bryan and James expressed their pride in providing a platform for these inspiring talks, covering topics that range from the personal to the global.
The organizers also shared their aspiration to make TEDxTralee an ongoing series of events promoting Tralee, Kerry, and Ireland under the TEDx banner. After attending a TED qualifying event in Atlanta last year, TEDxTralee can now expand its live audience, with surprise appearances planned for the day.
Tickets and further details for TEDxTralee 2024, taking place at Siamsa Tire – The National Folk Theatre of Ireland, are available at www.tedxtralee.ie. From Left to Right: Speakers Miriam Moriarty Owens, Breda O’Dwyer, Sherpa Anthony Garvey, Event MC Alannah Diggin and Co-Curator James Finnegan
Miriam
HAPPENING IN TRALEE
ABOVE: Press launch Gala Concert Red Hurley in aid of Kerry Hospice Sunday 29th September 2024 in St. Brendan’s Church Tralee at 7.30 pm. Special Guests O’Carroll Sisters with St. John’s Gregorian Choir, Kerry School of Music Orchestra and Kerry Chamber Choir. L-r Peter Coffey KHF, Maura Sullivan Kerry Hospice Foundation Tralee Treasurer, Catherine O’Halloran KHF, Fr. Padraig Walsh P.P. Our Lady and St. Brendan’s Church, Tralee, Bridie O’Connor KHF, Padraig Brown KHF, Mary Shanahan Secretary Kerry Hospice Foundation, Aidan O’Carroll, Director Kerry School of Music, and Michael (Fox) O’Connor.
: Celebrating Our
ABOVE: People arrive early for the annual Pattern Mass at Our Lady’s Well and Grotto, Ballyheigue, by the Bishop of Kerry Rev. Ray Browne on Sunday, l-r Mary and Helen O’Hara, Abbeydorney and Fr. Tom Crean, Pilgrim walker from Tralee.
ABOVE: Pictured at the Wedding Anniversary Mass by Fr, Tadhg Fitzgerald P.P. St. John’s Church Tralee, on Saturday evening, l-r Eddie and Peggy Shanahan, Tralee-Devon, who celebrated their 64th Wedding Anniversary. Fr. Tadhg Fitzgerald P.P. Mary and Donnie Holly, Tralee, who celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary.
ABOVE: Enjoying the wonderful experience at the Pattern Mass at Our Lady’s Well and Grotto at Ballyheigue by the Bishop Ray Browne and Priests on Sunday (Our Lady’s Birthday) pictured Mary Godley, Ballyheigue and Claire Flahive, Ballyheigue, with her daughters Vivienne and Savannah Flahive.
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Lady’s Birthday at
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Mass Ballyheigue, Bishop Ray Browne and Priests at Our Lady’s Well and Grotto and surrounded by more than 2,000 people from all over Ireland.
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Three Young Ladies attending the Pattern Mass at Our Lady’s Well and Grotto Ballyheigue on Sunday 8th September (Our Lady’s birthda). l-r Emer O’Grady, Ballyduff, Charlotte Larmer, Monaghan and Demise O’Grady, Ballyduff.
ABOVE: Our Lady’s Well and Grotto, Ballyheigue, a queue began after Mass was celebrated by the Biship of Kerry Rev. Ray Browne for Holy water blessed by the Bishop.
ABOVE: The Bishop of Kerry Rev. Ray Browne blessing Our Lady’s Well and Grotto, Ballyheigue on Sunday after Our Lady’s Mass.
Are you going to the
Ballymac Vintage Run
in next weekend?
Ballymac Vintage Club will hold a Tractor, Car & Motorbike Run on Sunday 22nd September . Run leaves from and returns to the Halfway Bar , Ballymac V92 HD79 . Registration from 9am and sets off at 11am. There will be 2 separate routes with one for tractors and the other for cars & motorbikes. All vehicles are welcome , regardless of age. The event is being held in memory of Chris Robbins, who was a club member and supporter for many years. We are hoping for a big turnout on the day with proceeds on the day to Kerry Hospice- Palliative Care Tralee. Thanks to the generous sponsorship from local business, including our main sponsors: Brownes Agri Steel & Builders Providers Castleisland; BG Motors Killarney ; Horan’s Wedding Cars, Hallfway Inn & Shop, we will have lots of spot prizes on offer. For more information contact Tractors: Pat (087) 284 5575 , Cars & Motorbikes: George (087) 281 4545 or Paul (087) 698 9878. Or check out our Facebook page facebook.com/BallymacVintageClub
Susan Crean Dental takes 2 National awards back to Kerry
Susan Crean Dental was in Dublin last weekend having been nominated in 8 different categories at the Irish Dentistry Awards Night .” I am delighted to say that the practice took away 2 awards on the night “ says owner Susan .The Employer of the Year category award and Best Treatment of Nervous Patients category award ...Well done Guys !
Ray & Joe cycle the Algarve to help raise funds for Inspired.
Inspired, based in Tralee, has been actively providing training, social integration, and employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Over the past two years, participants have engaged in workshops on sustainable food practices and eco-crafts at their Bio-Hub. Now, Inspired is launching a fundraising initiative to enhance their biodiversity efforts and community impact.
Local heroes Joe Moriarty and Ray Moynihan will embark on a 500km cycling challenge across the scenic Algarve from October 5th to 12th. All funds raised will go toward constructing a new polytunnel at the Bio-Hub, which will expand opportunities for participants to grow organic food. To support this venture, donations can be made at www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/ InspiredTralee23
The Bio-Hub has thrived through
generous funding from Rethink Ireland and Creative Climate
Action Ireland. Participants have learned to grow their own food, fostering a connection with nature and promoting sustainability. With the new polytunnel, they will cultivate more fruits and vegetables year-round, advancing toward entrepreneurship. Their produce will contribute to local food security, with unsold items donated to Meals on Wheels and Food Share Kerry, and inedible food composted to complete the food loop system. Joe Moriarty said, “Every kilometre we cycle will help build the polytunnel and empower individuals to create their business and engage in sustainable practices.” Ray Moynihan added, “Cycling the Algarve is a challenge, but the joy it brings to our workshop participants makes it all worthwhile.”
The cycling challenge promotes
ecological awareness and calls on the community to get involved. Donations and participation in upcoming events will help
nurture sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurial spirit, and community support. Together, we can grow a better future for all.
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Guests and visitors alike can enjoy locally sourced, modern cuisine from our newly crafted menu and our extensive range of daily specials.
Dine in a casual and relaxed setting with breathtaking views of Tralee Bay and the Slieve Mish Mountains. The Palace Bar & Restaurant is Open All Week!!! Sun - Thurs 12.30pm – 9pm | Friday & Sat 12.30pm - 9pm A la Carte & Daily Specials - All walk-ins welcome!
Ballyroe Heights Hotel hosts semi-private and private function rooms to cater for the perfect atmosphere for your party. To reserve your booking, please contact us by phone: 066-7126796 / Email: info@ballyroe.com or just call in to us .
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Spotted on the Street
The Hoor on Tour
Seamus Moore at Parkers Pub!
Left to right : Leanne Regan, Abbeydorney Tiana Ward, Tralee, Seamus Moore (the JCB man) , Lauren Sinnott,Tralee and Rachel Reynolds, Ballymac pictured with Seamus Moore at his show on Saturday night 31st August in Parker’s Pub and venue Kilflynn
Na Gaeil’s new coffee dock “Na Gaeil Abrew” is now Open!
A large crowd of supporters attended the official opening of Na Gaeil’s new coffee dock “Na Gaeil Abrew” last weekend
Early arrivals on Saturday evening for the Ballyheigue Pattern Thresher event at the White Sands Hotel were Cathy Lawlor,Padraig Tobin,Monica Turner,Sheila Tobin,Christy O Mahony and Maurice Lawlor.Photo Moss Joe Browne.
A busy looking Conor Costelloe from Abbeydorney at Manor West Shopping Centre last week.Photo Moss Joe Browne.
The Fox likes Red ...and Red likes the Fox !
The legendary local man Tom Lawlor enjoying the Ballyheigue Pattern on Sunday with friends Peg Kiely also Kate and Pat Cashman.Photo Moss Joe Browne.
No need to leave the county! ...look at this for a line up this Autumn at Siamsa Tíre!
If you’re a fan of live entertainment and the arts, look no further than Siamsa Tíre Theatre and Arts Centre for the best of stand-up comedy, theatre, classical, traditional or popular music, or what about opera, musicals, arts workshops and panto? You’ll find all of this and more fun for all the family at Siamsa Tíre, this autumn and winter. You can pick up a copy of our seasonal event guide, now available at the theatre or outlets across the county, or you can check out our line-up of events on www.siamsatire.com. Or simply pick up the latest edition of The Tralee Advertiser and check out the
‘ Whats on @ Siamsa Tire ‘ column ...The list is stellar ...Brendan Gleeson , Live Trad , A Night at the Opry, Tommy Fleming , Ronan Collins Showband , A Viennese Strauss Gala, Graffiti Workshop , Musical Dance Workshops , and for the kids Blood Red Invisible Ink Workshops, as well as Halloween’s Féile na Samhna ,National Circus Festival, Abba Forever , Dirtbirds Girls World Tour , Tedx ,Mario Rosenstock and loads more ~! We haven’t even mentioned the Christmas Panto season & Musicals !!
‘Anxiety In Hybrid Workplace’, Fundraising Breakfast in Meadowlands Hotel
ANXIETY in the hybrid workplace is the theme of Kerry Mental Health Association’s second annual Fundraising Business Breakfast at Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee on #TieDayFriday 4th October.
Taking place from 7.15am to 8.50am, the event will be of interest and benefit to employees, employers and the self-employed with tickets, including a delicious Full Irish Breakfast, available from www. KerryMentalHealth.ie/breakfast.
The General Manager of Kerry Mental Health Association, John Drummey, said, “Recent reports have revealed that 1/5 of Irish firms experienced mental health related issues and over half reported an increase in mental health related issues in the past year. Since the COVID-19 pandemic the number of employers that allow employees to work from home has increased three-fold. What has the impact of this been on our mental health? Our panel of guests will offer attendees an insight to how we can work together to overcome the challenges
of remote and hybrid working.”
The guest experts include Dee Lynch, Training and Education Coordinator with Mental Health Ireland; Dermot Dennehy, CEO Managing Remote Teams; and Dan O’Donoghue, Manager of the Asentiv Ireland South franchise.
• Dee will talk about, and promote, the importance of being aware of, understanding and implementing the 5 Ways To Wellbeing in our everyday lives, which clearly has an impact on how we feel and perform at work.
• Dermot will discuss the benefits and challenges to our mental health that have emerged in this era of hybrid working.
• Dan will explain how he has managed the anxiety associated with being self-employed for over 35 years.
Radio Kerry’s Elaine Kinsella and Andrew Morrissey will present Kerry’s Full Breakfast live from The
Meadowlands Hotel between 7am and 9am on the day. Tickets are only €30 (subject to booking fee) and can be purchased from www. KerryMentalHealth.ie/breakfast. Proceeds from #TieDayFriday will assist with the cost of rolling out FREE and affordable Mental Health First Aid and other mental health educational activities in Kerry.
For more information, contact John Drummey on 087 7909487 or email John@KerryMentalHealth.ie.
This event is proudly sponsored by Orbitus Law and Tax, Denny Street, Tralee who provide a fully integrated service to their clients with the advantage of on-call tax, legal and financial advice without the comparative in-house cost at www. Orbitus.ie.
photo by Domnick Walsh
Lee Strand launch the 2024 Lee Strand Homework Journals.
Once again over 10,000 hardback homework journals will be distributed to national school pupils. Pupils were invited to design the front and back cover of the Lee Strand Homework Journal. Millie Lyons, Ardfert NS was announced as the Front Cover Winner 2024 and won €750 for her school and a trophy. Sara Prieto, Barraduff NS was announced as the Back Cover Winner 2024 and won €250 for her school and a trophy.
Speaking at the launch of the 2024 Lee Strand Homework Journal, Gearoid Linnane, CEO stated “Lee Strand is delighted to offer complimentary homework journals to national school pupils over the past thirteen years. Once again, this year we invited pupils to get creative and design the front and back cover. We were delighted with the response, with over 1,000 fantastic entries. We would like to congratulate Mille & Sara this year’s winners of our homework
journal competition. Lee Strand takes great pride in supporting the local community and what better way to support our community than by supporting our local schools with over 10,000 complimentary homework journals. The homework journals are one less expense for parents to incur when their children return to school. We would like to wish pupils, teachers and parents a safe return to school and wish everyone the very best in the academic year ahead.”
Schools can receive further information on the Lee Strand homework journals by contacting Lee Strand on 066 7121084. The homework journals are printed in full colour with a hardback cover for extra durability in pupils’ school bags. They are filled with lots of interesting and educational material and are printed in English and Irish with over 140 pages. The homework journal includes: a weekly diary where pupils can record their homework each
day; a timetable to record classes & activities; a tables book featuring addition, subtraction, multiplication, division; healthy eating tips; Irish culture & heritage; spelling & grammar; teacher & parent note forms; homework tips for pupils and
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We are A progressive club welcoming boys and girls ages 5-13yrs who want to be part of a unique football experience..and getting ready for the new season 2024/25 Who is it for?
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parents. The homework journal also includes lots of Mighty Mikey Milk activities and after school recipes including the popular Lee Strand smoothie and cookie recipe.
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Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD . ; Millie Lyons, Ardfert NS & Sara Prieto, Barraduff NS design the front & back cover of 10,000 Lee Strand Homework Journals
Minister Foley welcomes nine new Kerry schools to the Creative Schools programme
Minister for Education and Kerry T.D Norma Foley has welcomed the nine new Kerry schools that have joined the Creative Schools programme. These schools will each receive a €4,000 grant and will work with a professional Creative Associate for two years who will support them to develop and implement their own bespoke Creative School Plan. The nine Kerry schools who have joined the latest round of the Creative Schools programme are Glenflesk NS, Scoil an Fheirtéaraigh, Boheshill NS, Knockaderry NS, Killarney Community College, Scoil Naomh Erc, St Joseph’s NS, Knocknagoshel National School and St. Olivers NS.
Minister Foley said: “It is wonderful to welcome these schools to the Creative Schools initiative 2024.
I’m very excited to see how these creative and captivating projects will develop over the coming two years.” There were 300 applications to the programmme this year, a significant increase on 2023 numbers, and 184 schools were selected for the current round.
This year’s Creative Schools intake includes 53 DEIS schools and 23 Irish language schools as well as seven youthreach centres and eight special schools. The programme is organised by the Arts Council. Schools who take part explore creativity in all its forms and embrace how it can be celebrated in so many ways. From baking to creating and designing gardens, from photography to performance, from working with other community groups to transforming areas of their
Tralee’s Slimming World members step out to fundraise!
Slimming World members in Kerry have raised an impressive €2,500 for the Irish Cancer Society through their recent fundraising efforts. Tralee Slimming World group consultants, Nora Butler and Sharon Brosnan, were thrilled with the success of their members’ initiative.
All groups participated in local walks across Tralee, Killarney, and
Killorglin. Nora expressed her delight at seeing members not only joining their own group’s walks but also attending other groups’ events to show support. “It was wonderful to witness the sense of connection and camaraderie among everyone,” she said. “The chats and the all-important cuppa afterward made it even more special.”
Sharon highlighted the importance of incorporating exercise into daily life, explaining how it enhances both physical and mental well-being. “Exercise is encouraged in our groups to keep members motivated, helping
them tone up and slim down,” she shared. “Members who add activity into their routine find it incredibly beneficial for both mind and body.”
Nora added, “We are so proud of our members for participating, and we’re excited to plan more regular social walks in the future.”
The event was a great success, bringing members together for a worthy cause while promoting healthy habits and a strong sense of community.
own schools, the impact of Creative Schools is already felt in every county.
Tralee Parnells Minor Camogie team who defeated The Spa Killarney
John Mitchels Under 9 Boys picture at training last Sunday morning.
Jack Maguire (14, son of Liam Maguire, Butchers, Caherslee) with his Trolley Token keyring idea ...up and running!
Connollys Jewellers Retirement Sale to finish in November
Connolly Jewellers on Bridge Street, Tralee, is offering customers a special retirement sale, with 30% to 50% off selected items, as owners Norma and Martin Hartnett prepare to close the beloved store this Autumn. After decades of service, the couple has announced their well-deserved early retirement, marking the end of an era for a family business that has been part of Tralee’s community since the 1950s.Connollys Jewellers reputation within the Irish jewellery trade, and beyond , was one of a leading progressive retailer, with Norma in particular having a record of setting trends as opposed to following them .
The store, originally founded by Norma’s parents, Gerry and Birdie, has been a fixture in Tralee’s retail scene for over 70 years. Reflecting on their time at the helm, Martin shared, “Connolly Jewellers has brought so much joy through the years, whether it was helping customers select a new piece or restoring something sentimental. It has truly been an honour to be part of so many special moments.”
Despite the challenges of the modern retail landscape, Martin emphasized that the decision to retire was purely personal, saying, “Standing in the same place for over 30 years has taken its toll, and it’s simply time for a rest.”Customers with outstanding orders or repairs
will be contacted individually, and watch guarantees will be honored by the brands themselves. The Hartnetts also assured that the current staff, many of whom are returning to college, will not be affected by the closure. For those looking to commemorate
Connolly Jewellers’ final weeks, this eight week retirement sale offers a chance to take home a piece of its history at a special price.
Late equaliser spoils Kerry FC’s performance!
Kerry FC made their final trip to Limerick for the 2024 season, facing Treaty United at the Markets Field on Friday evening. Both teams entered the game after defeats, with Kerry FC losing 1-0 to UCD and Treaty United suffering a 5-0 defeat to Bray Wanderers.
Treaty United, sitting ten points ahead of Kerry FC, hadn’t won since August 10th, while Kerry FC’s last
league win was on June 13th. Kerry, eager to break their winless streak, started strongly, with Valerii Dolia firing a shot on goal within two minutes, but Treaty’s keeper Corey Chambers saved it.
Kerry dominated possession in the first half, creating several chances, including a disallowed goal from Sean McGrath for offside. Treaty responded with limited
opportunities, and the game remained goalless at halftime.
In the second half, Kerry’s persistence paid off in the 58th minute when Sean McGrath scored a brilliant solo goal, giving the visitors the lead. Kerry nearly doubled their advantage when Dolia hit the crossbar.
As the game progressed, Kerry’s keeper, Antonio Tuta, made key
saves to preserve the lead. However, in the 100th minute, Treaty United equalized through Evan O’Connor after a scrappy goal, ending the match in a 1-1 draw. Kerry FC now prepares to host champions Cork City next Friday.
photos Adam /
Marta Kowalczyk
Kerry Culture Night promises to be an exciting time for all. Kerry County Council Arts Service has worked closely with many artists, arts venues, and communities to bring the people of Kerry a night filled with fun, creativity, and culture.
Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr. Breandán MacGearailt stated that ‘This night has become a cultural ‘must attend’ event for many of us! Kerry County Council has launched its brochure, it is available throughout the library service as well as being available online on arts. kerrycoco.ie’, he further stated, ‘We are very proud of the arts and culture in Kerry, this night celebrates a very special part of Kerry, and of being from Kerry’.
There are over 50 events happening in many venues across the county. These events showcase our living culture in Kerry, people can enjoy music, dance, storytelling, visual arts, historical talks, street spectacle,
circus art, fashion, theatre and much more.
The Arts Office in Kerry County Council co-ordinates Culture Night each year, it is a large part of the work by the Council’s Arts Service and it is only made possible by the wonderful enthusiasm and support of each venue host, each participating artist and community group, by family and friends showing up to support, to celebrate the creativity, the language and all things artistic that make Kerry such a special place to live in and to visit. All events are detailed on the national website www.culturenight. ie and on arts.kerrycoco.ie please be sure to tag #onenightforall and the @KerryCoArts platform as you wish. If you want to share the magic of your experience on this night with family and friends, so that creativity across Kerry can be shared across the world on this special night! Arts Officer Kate Kennelly stated, ‘Our artists and arts venues need
Photo ; Bridget Fitzgerald – Senior Executive Officer/ Niamh O’Sullivan –Director of Service/ Martin O’Donoghue – Acting Chief Executive/ Kate Kennelly – Arts Officer/Cllr. Breandán Fitzgerald - Cathaoirleach/ Hannah Pinckheard – Assistant Arts Officer photo by Michelle Breen Crean
your support year-round, as they are the foundation of creativity in a local area’.
The Cathaoirleach invites everyone to enjoy this ‘#one night for all’ and urges people to keep in touch with arts and cultural events throughout the year.
SPORT WITH THE TRALEE
KERINS O’RAHILLYS GAA NOTES
Senior:
The Senior County Championship starts next weekend, with Kerins O’Rahillys joining St. Brendans Board to face South Kerry on Sunday, September 15th, at 3 pm in Austin Stack Park.
Junior:
Our juniors will compete in the McElligott Cup against Castleisland Desmonds on Sunday, September 15th, at 12:30 pm.
Community:
Louise Quill has been named Kerry Person of the Year 2024 for her work with the Tír na nÓg Children’s Foundation in Tanzania.
Her brother, Declan Quill, comanager of the Kerry Ladies football team, will receive the Laochra Chiarraí award. Both awards will be presented on October 19th in Dublin.
Juvenile:
The juvenile academy had a strong turnout on Sunday, with the U11 boys having a good training match. The All-Ireland Ladies Trophy was also on display.
Ladies Notes:
Congrats to our U13 girls on winning the Plate Final in the Sandra Keane Blitz. They now face Rathmore on September 15th. Good luck to our U14 and U16 girls in their upcoming matches!
AUSTIN STACK NOTES
2024 Intermediate Club Championship Final: Austin Stacks 0-12 Laune Rangers 2-06
The match ended in a thrilling draw, with a replay scheduled after the County Championship.
Juvenile Football:
Peil Faoi 7/8/9: Our U7/8/9s played great football on Sunday and will play again next Sunday at 11 am in Caherslee.
Peil Faoi 11: Football continues at 10:50 am on Sunday, with a Central League match on Thursday, September 19th.
Peil Faoi 13/14/15: U14s look forward to the Lee Strand Football Tournament, and U15s helped
secure the minors’ semi-final win in the County Championship.
Minors:
Well done to the minors for their semi-final win over North Kerry. They play St. Kierans in the final on September 9th.
Fundraising Event - Quid Game: Join us for the Quid Game fundraiser on October 25th at Ballyroe Hotel with a chance to win €10,000 for your charity. Contact Eileen at 087261902.
Club Lotto:
This week’s jackpot of €4,200 wasn’t won. The next jackpot is €4,250.
Kerry Ladies Champions:
We are excited to welcome the 2024 All-Ireland Kerry Ladies champions to Connolly Park on September 22nd.
ST PATS GAA NOTES
Family Fun Day:
The Healthy Clubs committee hosts a Family Fun Day on Sunday, September 22nd at 12 noon. Fun activities like a competitive obstacle course, games, and entertainment by Kenny the Clown will take place. Families are encouraged to bring snacks, and volunteers are needed for catering, supervision, and more.
Juvenile Academy:
The St Pats Football Academy is back on Sunday mornings from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at St Pats Blennerville. Boys and girls from U5 to U13 are welcome. New members can contact Michael at 086-3855428.
Age Group Highlights:
U5: Well done to Roisin and Katie, Players of the Week!
U7: Congrats to Tadgh, Player of the Week.
U8 Girls: A great blitz in Na Gaeil with four competitive games. U9 Boys: The boys had a good session and face Austin Stacks this Tuesday.
U10 Girls: Sophie was Player of the Week after an excellent match against the U9 boys.
U11: The U11s had competitive matches against An Gaeltacht and Churchill. A challenge match is
scheduled for Thursday, September 19th.
U12 Girls:
The U12 girls play a rescheduled Go Game against Shannonside/Tarbert tonight at 6:45 pm.
St Brendan’s Board:
St Brendan’s Board plays South Kerry on Sunday, September 15th at 3 pm in Austin Stack Park.
Senior B’s:
Our senior team faces Cromane in the Junior Cup, with the match taking place in Cromane on Saturday.
TRALEE PARNELLS HURLING
AND CAMOGIE CLUB NOTES
U16 Camogie:
Tralee Parnells U16 team won the County League final against Cillard, marking the club’s first win at this level. Thanks to all the players and coaches for their dedication.
U11 Hurling:
Well done to the U11 boys who played great matches against Abbeydorney. Special shoutout to those who played their first game of the season.
Golf Classic:
The club’s 2nd Golf Classic was a success, with 26 teams participating at Beaufort Golf Club.
Results:
1st Prize: Leahys Pharmacy – 104 points
2nd Prize: Fexco – 91 points (best back 9)
3rd Prize: Kerry Group – 91 points
4th Prize: Morgan O’Connell/Haulie Kerins – 91 points
5th Prize: Bons Secours – 90 points
A huge thank you to all participants and sponsors. Proceeds will support the new Academy pitch at Tralee Sports Complex.
BALLYMACELLIGOTT
GAA CLUB NOTES
Senior Men: Kerry Petroleum Junior Premier
Championship Semi-Final:
Ballymacelligott 1-21 | Firies 1-21 (Firies win 4-2 in penalties)
Ballymac lost a hard-fought semifinal against Firies in a penalty shootout at Fitzgerald Stadium. Despite being down to 14 men, Ballymac showed incredible spirit.
Senior Ladies:
Bons Secours County Junior
Premier Championship – Round 3: Ballymac ladies secured a win over Inbhear Scéine Gaels, with key performances from Sarah Scanlon and Kate Collins. Ballymac now face Spa of Killarney at home on September 15th in the quarter-final.
Brendan Martin Cup Visit:
Róisín Rahilly visited local schools with the Brendan Martin Cup, marking the first time the cup has been in the area in 31 years.
U12 Girls:
The U12 girls concluded their Go Game series against Laune Rangers with strong performances.
U13 Boys:
The U13 Blue team won Division 8 of the Central Region, defeating Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane in Milltown/Castlemaine.
