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THERAPY

In our clinic we take care of our patients by listening their stories. After this subjective assessment, we follow up a rigorous examination of their posture and gait. We check the possible origin of their problem through special test which will let us know what can be involved in their pain (muscles, tendons, joints…)

From there, we create personalized treatment for each patient where massage and other techniques are applied to help our patients to reduce their pain. In addition, we also offer the option to integrate Pilates in their daily routine which will help them to retrain their bodies to not to incur in those injuries again.

If you are in pain or know somebody who is been suffering for a while, don’t hesitate to give us a call or to come to visit our clinic. Our professionals will take care of you, your health matters.

Have a good weekend!

Laura from KP Therapy answers your questions about Muscles, Aches & Pains.

Sky Streaming box

First launched back in 2021, Sky Glass has quickly become one of the most popular online TV services on the market. Now, they've come out with an improved set top box that runs on any TV with an HDMI input. Now that Sky has o cially entered the stream-only market they can o er all the dish- and cable-free convenience of their streaming service, in addition to the full range of viewing options associated with an online delivery system People in apartments that cannot have a dish installed and are unable to a ord the new Sky Glass TV will now be able to subscribe to Sky The Sky Stream can plug into any TV, which needs a minimum of 10Mbps download speed. As you would expect from the Sky, the stream will be available on a subscription basis rather than as a one-time purchase. It will be available on October 18th in the UK. I was unable to nd the Irish release date.

Slow Laptop

If your laptop or Desktop Computer is a few years old it is more likely that it has not got a old disk drive and you may nd it slow to start up and opening programs. One of the most cost-e ective ways of speeding up your computer is by replacing your hard drive with a new SSD drive. This can make your laptop 10 times faster and make it lighter. SSDSs are Non-volatile memory, or NVM for short, is one of the two main types of computer memory. The other one is RAM and all data there is transient unless the device has the system in read-only mode. That's di erent from SSDs which are immune to the e ects of magnetic elds and shocks because there are no moving parts unlike standard hard drives Before you consider in upgrading, I would always advise backing up your data on a external drive or memory stick. . The cost of this upgrade is from €125 which is a lot cheaper than a new laptop

HAIR RESTORATION ISSUES.

Hyperpigmentation is characterised by the increased production and accumulation of melanin, which causes a darkened appearance to the skin in small or large areas. Melanin protects skin cells and their DNA by absorbing the suns ultraviolet rays. Age spots seem to cause the most concern to people. They are caused by years of UV exposure. Larger than freckles, they don’t fade in winter. At CHRC, we have many products and treatments that work on pigmentation and age spots. A consultation is the initial stage to determine the number of treatments required and product suitability. IPL treatment is particularly e ective. Normally 4- 5 treatments are required. Firstly, a good sunscreen is essential and we recommend avoiding a chemical sunscreen. One of my favourites is AlumierMD moisture matte as it has a sheer tint and gives the skin a healthy glow. EverActive C&E is a potent antioxidant serum to reduce the visible signs of ageing for all skin types. The unique delivery system ensures 15% Vitamin C is always optimally active. Skin appears brighter and it improves skin tone and texture. Use in the morning, as the antioxidants protect and neutralise free radicals from the sun and pollution. Always follow with your sunscreen. Eventone is a serum that contains naturally powerful pigment inhibitors and prevents new pigment formation. This can be applied at night or morning after cleansing on the face and neck and décolleté in an upward motion. When used in the morning, follow with your SPF. EverActive C&E and Eventone can both be purchased together at a special price of €120 from CHRC. The Christmas club at CHRC is also now open for you to reserve your products (to give as a gift or to keep for yourself), pay towards them every week and collect nearer the big day, beautifully wrapped for Christmas.

A lot of people work on pigmentation and age spots in the winter to be summer ready. Pigmentation is the natural colour of a person’s skin and is related to melanin production. This is the perfect time of year to work on hyperpigmentation as the sun is not an issue.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE

Photos

by John Cleary

in pictures!

ABOVE: Members of Thomas Ashe Branch of National Ex-Servicemen and Women (ONE) pictured with Fr.Tadhg Fitzgerald PP who celebrated the Lá na bhFiann Mass on Sunday at St. John's Church, Tralee, with Deacon Mark Moriarty, from left Sgt. Claire Buckley, Major Rico Stein, American Army, Cpl. Aisling Griffin, Jim Halpin, Patsy Curtin, Ray McGinley, Fr.Tadhg Fitzpatrick, Charlie Maye, Deacon Mark Moriarty, Michael Guerin, Brendan O'Rourke, Pat O'Hara, Joe McElligott, Tom Quirke and Paddy Mahony.

ABOVE: Taken at the National Ex-Servicemen and Women's remembrance Mass at St. John's Church Tralee on Sunday, from left Cpl. Aisling Griffin, Listowel, Ray McGibney, Listowel, Michael Guerin Secretary (ONE) Thomas Ashe Branch, and Sgt. Claire Buckley, Listowel.

ABOVE: The Colour Party of National Ex-Servicemen and Women of Thomas Ashe Branch of (ONE) Kerry, pictured at the Lá na bhFiann Mass at St. John's Church Tralee on Sunday, from left Ray McGibney, Listowel, Michael Guerin, Listowel, Brendan O'Rourke, Brandon Point and Patsy Curtin, Tralee.

ABOVE: Mass was celebrated on Sunday for Members of Thomas Ashe Branch of National Ex-Servicemen and Women (ONE) pictured from left Pat O'Hara, Ballyheigue, Major Rico Stein American Army, Tom Quirke and Joe McElligott both from Tralee.

ABOVE: Maeve McCarthy-Barrett, Farranfore and on right Adeyinka Etimire, Tralee, taken at the Hope Social Fundraiser social for Comfort for Chemo Kerry at Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Saturday night.

ABOVE: Sisters Noreen Murphy. and on right Kay Revington, both from The Spa, Tralee, attending the Hope Social Fundraiser for Comfort for Chemo Kerry at Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Saturday night.

ABOVE: Hugh O'Donoghue, Loughguittane, Muckross, Killarney and his sons Michael and David O'Donoghue presented a cheque for 650 EURO proseeds instead of flowers from their Moms funeral to Evelyn Doody of Kerry Hospice Foundation on Thursday.

Irish 6th year.....................Tuesday at 7pm English 6th year.........Monday at 6.30pm French 6th year........Monday at 5.30 pm Spanish 6th year...........Wed at 6.30 pm Ag Science...........Sat mornings at 10 am

Kerry Lab Engages With 11 MTU

Budding Scientists!

A Co Kerry based veterinary laboratory is encouraging students to consider a career in animal diagnostic testing. Agri Diagnostics has delivered a short training course to students from Munster Technological University showing them the latest methods and testing techniques.

Agri Diagnostics employs 10 people and offers a range of animal diagnostic services from its stateof-the-art laboratories which are located in Dunrine, Killarney. A group of 11 students spent a morning in the company’s parasitology lab and were shown how to detect liver and rumen fluke in cattle. Parasites remain a health issue for farm animals and it’s estimated that liver fluke disease causes annual losses of approximately €90 million in Ireland.

Marta Mackowska is Laboratory Manager with Agri Diagnostics she says, “There is a growing need for veterinary bioscientists to stay up-to-date on the latest tests to diagnose liver and rumen fluke. Anti-parasitic resistance means that it’s no longer sustainable to overuse drug treatments which is why diagnostic testing is so important. A new government scheme is set to be introduced next year so testing will continue. It’s lovely to meet the next generation of veterinary bioscientists, I think it’s a great industry to be part of, our work is meaningful and what we do makes a difference to animal health.”

The company is continuing to grow and is interested to hear from people with a background in Veterinary Bioscience, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology

or a related discipline. For more information visit https:// agridiagnostics.ie/

Image attached: Veterinary Biosciences students from MTU Shannon Warren, Sarah Duhig, Brian Naughton, Pawel Nieniewski and Martha Mackowska from Agri

Time to get 'Connected' at the Ladies Lunch at Lotties!

We managed to catch up with Mags in between the 'Men of Kerry Awards happening tonight in Ballyroe and putting the final touches to her Annual Ladies Lunch which is on Sunday week Nov 27th . "Its that time of year again.. ladies get your friends together and lets kick off Christmas in style, Its all happening at Lotties at the Ashe Hotel Tralee on Sunday November 27th, Bubbly, Great food, fine wines, style beauty and hair tips, we have it all on the day.

Stylist Danny Leane and Beauty Expert Mary O Donnell will join us on the couch after lunch for a chat and we will showcase some great looks from this season.

Peter Mark have just launched their new look salon so they will have

experts doing hair demos to show us how to get that party look, and they have brought along a luxury goodie bag for every lady attending, as well as some amazing spot prizes for our charity raffle, our charity partner this year is Respite Kerry, a fantastic service which enables us to keep loved ones at home for longer with the care they provide, a vital service in the county that needs support. The good people at the Ashe have pulled out all the stops to ensure that a delicious meal will be served in the cosy surroundings of Lotties. We have lots of amazing spots and prizes for the day, so all in all we guarantee a fantastic day out. "

Tickets are moving quickly so book yours today call Mags on 086 2408237 for more details

Van life!

Diagnostics, Rachel O'Regan, Sarah Stack, Jennifer Nemtanu, Kerrie Houlihan, Sheanna Moriarty, Saoirse Keenan, Caoimhe Fallon and Prof Peter Stewart at Agri Diagnostics in Co. Kerry. Pic: Ciara O’Donnell Photography

Reservations

for festive afternoon tea in The Peregrine in December are now open. Bookings can be made for 1pm, 2pm or 3pm, Saturday and Sunday, subject to availability.

The Fiddler is a Must for this years Christmas party nights!

Picture the scene ...a few of your old pals have just messaged you to say they're back from London for a week at Christmas and want to meet up for 'the reunion ' ...or the gang at work want something a little less formal that the annual ( boring ) stuffy office party ...how about someone suggesting at your weekly 5 a side soccer game that 'we get together for a Christmas Pint ' ...where will we go ? or a few of the girlfriends are finally back from teaching in Dubai and Oz ( lockdown issues ) so where could we get great Cocktails , entertainment and maybe some finger food with a difference ? Well thats where Cass and his crew at the Fiddler Bar in the Square come in ..".its the ideal venue" says Cass , for that Christmas Party , you know ..the non formal type!

We will have entertainment pretty much all during the lead up and over the Christmas period ...good entertainment ..great artists such as Barry McGrath, Clint Fitzgerald & Ross Brassil along with upcoming artists and DJS ...then theres the upstairs Private bar which is a great option..we also can facilitate a 'Free bar or Tab option for a specified time or limit if there is a gang from work getting together ...and Food is not a problem" says Cass . " Our finger food options go down pretty well but we can also provide menus if requested " ..All in all , its a great package for that party with a difference ....To plan your '2nd ' Christmas party or just meet up with a crew for a great night , just call in to the gang at The Fiddler or call 066-7121502 .

Introducing Santa's Grotto at ToysUpstairs in Rock Street

The wonderland that is ToysUstairs located in Kellihers Hardware Rock street have a big secret that they cant keep to themselves any longer . From next Saturday Nov 26th and every weekend after that until Christmas Sunday Dec 18th (both Saturday and Sundays) , Santa will be at his Christmas Grotto where all the boys and girls can go and visit him .You simply call instore to make your booking or you can call 066-7122555 to make it . Each child will get to meet Santa and receive a Toy and there will be the Christmas Elf standing by to help organise the photos .

The cost is €12.50 per child . Also the annual Kellihers Toys Upstairs Toy appeal is taking place until Christmas and its in aid of the Womens Refuge Adapt .

Its simple to support this great cause , just call in and you can buy a voucher (or toy ) for any amount and all proceeds will go directly to Adapt . We want to help ensure that as many children as possible dont go without ths Christmas and that there is something under the Tree for them " says Sharon Sheehan from Toys Upstairs

Minister Foley welcomes €10 million fund to help nursing homes meet rising energy costs

Minister for Education and Kerry

TD Norma Foley, welcomes the announcement of a €10 million fund to support private and voluntary nursing homes with the costs of energy inflation from July to December of this year.

This key funding initiative will support all private and voluntary nursing homes that have an agreement with the National Treatment Purchase Fund for 'Fair Deal'.

Nursing homes in Kerry can apply for up to €31,500 in vouched energy rises.

They can claim for heating and electricity increases of up to €7,000

per month, with three quarters of year-on-year cost rises to be reimbursed, up to a maximum payment of €5,250 per month, backdated to the 1st of July.

The Scheme will open for applications by 11 November at the latest and nursing homes will immediately be able to begin claiming for cost increases incurred since July.

Minister Foley said: “Private and voluntary nursing homes are the backbone of communities across Kerry and this vital funding will help to ease pressures caused by increased energy prices. This Government funding will provide

peace of mind for older people living in nursing homes and their families, ensuring that residents can live positively in homely, welcoming and

secure surroundings without the challenges raised by rising energy prices."

CH , Tralee wins Pharmacy & Health Store of the Year

One Kerry retailer has won an award at the AIBMS Retail Excellence Ireland Awards 2022.

CH in Tralee was named Pharmacy & Health Store of the Year. CH was one of only 10 winners in the whole country .The awards were hosted in the Galmont Hotel in Galway last Saturday night and were attended by 500 retail industry executives.

Speaking following the announcement, Duncan Graham, Managing Director of Retail Excellence Ireland, said: “I am delighted to announce the winners of the AIBMS Retail Excellence Ireland Awards 2022. The judging panel has been so impressed by the high standard of retailers across the country and it was extraordinarily difficult to whittle our shortlists down to just ten winners.

“Our awards night is a marquee event in the Irish retail calendar, and we are proud to honour the

best and brightest in the industry once again this year. Of course, we are experiencing a tough trading environment at present, but the drive and ambition of retailers across Ireland ensure we can look forward to 2023 with renewed optimism.”

Hubert O’Donoghue, General Manager, AIB Merchant Services, said: “These awards are a clear testament to just how vibrant the Irish retail sector is. It is humbling and exciting to see the enthusiasm, dedication and commitment of retailers up and down the country and it gives us great confidence that the sector has the skills and determination to overcome current challenges and thrive into the future.”

Established by Retail Excellence in 1997, the Awards is the biggest event in the Irish retail industry calendar and aims to promote best practice and encourage high standards in the Irish retail industry.

Sean and the Red and Green of Mayo!

Tralee Parnells U16s with the John Joe Nolan trophy after winning the North Kerry U16B Championship

Sean Lyons from Tralee receives his 'Mayo Person of the Year ' award in Breaffy House Hotel last weekend .

Kudos to Tralee Chamber and Kerry County Council .

THE LANE

MTU's Engineering project features in Top Covid Report

The Higher Education Authorities HCI Pillar 3 funded REEdI (Rethinking Engineering Education in Ireland) project at MTU Kerry Campus recently featured as a case study alongside 20 global leaders in Engineering Education.

The report, released in October 2022, entitled “Crisis and Catalyst: The impact of Covid-19 on global practise in engineering education” was written by Dr Ruth Graham, global consultant in engineering education. The study was commissioned by a consortium of universities known for their innovation in engineering education, including Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

The REEdI project at MTU was the only Irish University featured in the report, Other exemplars included: MIT (USA), University College London (UK), Aalborg University (Denmark), TU Delft (Netherlands)

and Harvard University (USA).

REEdI at MTU was highlighted as an innovative programme-level blended learning model with embedded immersive technologies at its core. Dr Fiona Boyle, Head of Department of STEM, Director of REEdI said: “We are extremely honored and proud to be featured in Dr Grahams report. It is a real sense of validation for the REEdI team. Professor Joseph Walsh, Head of the School of STEM and the REEdI project lead at the Munster Technological University said “it’s really exciting to be included and acknowledged in this report, one of the key methodologies with the new REEdI Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering is an innovative step forward in preparing engineers for industry with the early involvement of industry which offers employers the chance to identify and assess

students during their placements for potential graduate roles” For those interested in applying for the September 2023/2024 academic term on the REEdI Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical

and Manufacturing Engineeringdetails on the programme can be accessed by visiting: https://www.ittralee.ie/en/cao/ MT834

Kerins O Rahillys Juvenile Academy Awards

It

The first UEFA B Licence training session happened this week at the KFL in Tralee with the Kerry U15s Photos by Adam Kowalczyk.

was a jam-packed evening for our Juvenile Academy Medal Presentation 2022 on Sunday evening in The Club. We welcomed over 100 Juveniles along with their families and coaches on the evening. A huge well done to all our Juveniles who received their well-deserved medals, we are very proud of each and every one of the boys and girls in our Academy. Huge thank you to David Moran and Barry John Keane for presenting the children with their medals.

Wonderful photos of our Town Park taken by photographer James Maher ( credit Love Tralee)

Meet Laura! The new kid on the block at KP Therapy!

Kevin , owner of KP Therapy , based at the Brandon Hotel Leisure Centre gave us just a little insight to the newest member of his team . " Laura is a Neuromuscular Therapist who has developed her career to a very high standard within the hospitality leisure sector for the past 5 years.

Specialized in pain relief, maily her bodywork is a combination of massage that incorporates vibrations, pressure points, localized stretches and joint

mobilization. She knows how to integrate relaxing techniques manipulating muscles and soft tissues to reduce and eliminate chronic pain.

If you would like to have a chat with Laura or any of our highly skilled team professionals, you will always be welcome to book an appointment in KP Therapy via the booking system above."

Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant expanded to cities and remote rural areas

The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD, Minister of State with responsibility for Local Government and Planning Peter Burke TD and Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform Malcolm Noonan TD, have this week launched the expanded Croí Cónaithe Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant. The expanded grant now includes eligible vacant properties in both cities and more remote rural areas as well as towns and villages, The scheme’s expansion will help bring vacant and derelict properties back into residential use and ensure the existing housing stock is used to the fullest extent possible. It will also help limit emissions from residential construction and add vibrancy to Ireland’s cities and rural areas.

Under the Croí Cónaithe Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant €30,000 is available to homebuyers to refurbish a home which they will

live in. Where a property is derelict, a maximum top-up grant amount of up to €20,000 will be available, bringing the total grant available for a derelict property up to a maximum of €50,000. The grants can also be combined with the SEAI Better Energy Home Scheme that covers works of up to €26,750.

Kerry Local property expert Tommy Carmody of Tommy Carmody's Property House based in Ardfert Tralee says "This is fantastic news and I imagine the appetite for the qualifying properties will be very strongespecially now that many eligible properties are in very scenic and sought after areas by the coast and in the countryside"

Announcing the scheme’s expansion, Minister O’Brien said:This scheme provides real practical help. It helps address vacancy through sustainable reuse of buildings, it helps revitalise

our communities and, most importantly, it helps more people to own their own home.”

“The scheme has proven to be extremely popular since it was fist established in July with over 420 applications received by Local Authorities across the country. The

updated application form, eligibility criteria and associated FAQs are available online . They provide additional information to people who would like to apply for the grant. Further information will be available from the Vacant Homes Officer in each local authority.

Night out enjoying an early Christmas party for the ladies Best of luck this weekend Susan!

Susan and the team at Crean Dental in Denny St goes to the Colgate Caring Dentist Awards this weekend after being nominated ! Bring home the Gold, Susan !

Night out enjoying an early Christmas party for the ladies from Kerry Parents & Friends Association at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium last Saturday.

Kerins O Rahillys ladies

Shameka Nora and James Coffey who took part in the November Cold Water Challenge raising much needed funds for Pieta House Charity .

of the Tralee District U17 team (captained by Katie Nix ) that beat West Kerry 1-12 to 1-8 to win the District Shield .

AND NOW FOR THE GOOD NEWS...

from

The Tralee

Advertiser Team

and

Tralee Chamber Alliance

Book Your Place for Tralee Chamber’s Inaugural President’s Lunch

By Georgie Downes

November is shaping up to be a very busy month here in Tralee Chamber Alliance. Last week we launched our jam-packed Christmas program featuring ‘Tralee The Christmas Kingdom’ and now we are thrilled to be hosting our inaugural Tralee Chamber President’s Lunch, a wonderful event enabling local business people to come together in a relaxed and festive atmosphere to celebrate all the positive strides Tralee has made over the past year. Guests of honour and keynote speakers include Minister for Education, Norma Foley TD and Group

Internal Communications Director for Kerry Group, Tony Bergin.

Join us for this four-course lunch where everyone from business leaders, key political decision makers and stakeholders will gather together to mark the achievements of the Tralee Chamber while we cast an eye forward to 2023 and share ideas on how to build a bigger and better Tralee in the coming years.

Whether you are new to business or long-established, this lunch is the perfect opportunity to establish

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS ARE BACK!!

Kerry FC to play in the 1st Division !

Kerry FC will play in the SSE Airtricity First Division in 2023.

Kerry Football Club is delighted to announce that it has been successful in its application to secure an SSE Airtricity First Division License for the 2023 League of Ireland Season.It has been a dream for many years to provide the highest level of senior football in the Kingdom of Kerry. Being able to provide this full pathway for all soccer players in Kerry is something that the soccer community has always longed for. We are at a new dawn and have never been as excited to begin this journey. It has been a little over 20 years since Kerry first played on the national stage at the U-21 level vs Waterford United under the lights at Mounthawk Park and we are very much looking forward to bringing those Friday Night Lights back for the players and community.

There has been so much work that has gone into this journey, and we would like to also take this moment to thank all members of the Kerry District League for your support, this was not possible without you. Thank you to Mark Scanlon and his team at the FAI for providing ample support for this project and guidance through the Licensing Process. Last and not least, our own team, led by former League of Ireland Star Billy Dennehy, Steven Conway, Brian Ainscough, Sean O Keeffe, Geraldine Nagle and our Club Licensing Officer, Adrien King in making this dream become a reality for the whole of Kerry. We look forward to welcoming all players and supporters from Waterford United, Treaty United, Cobh Ramblers, Athlone Town, Finn Harps, Galway United, Bray Wanderers, Wexford Youths and Longford Town to Kerry in the 2023 Season.

connections and strengthen existing relationships. Colette O’Connor, our CEO, said; “The Chamber has always been about businesses and individuals coming together, sharing ideas and supporting each other. We want to celebrate this collaborative spirit at the lunch.”

The Tralee Chamber’s Inaugural President’s Lunch takes place on Friday, November 25 in The Rose Hotel. Tickets are €59.00 per head and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

President of Tralee Chamber, Nathan McDonnell, pictured in Tralee at the recent Budget 2023 Briefing with Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney TD, which took place at the Meadowlands Tralee.

Happy Halloween IT’S ONLY A JOKE

TWO FACTORY WORKERS ARE TALKING

The woman says, "I can make the boss give me the day off."

The man replies, "And how would you do that?"

The woman says, "Just wait and see." She then hangs upside-down from the ceiling. The boss comes in and says, "What are you doing?"

The woman replies, "I'm a light bulb." The boss then says, "You've been working so much that you've gone crazy. I think you need to take the day off."

The man starts to follow her and the boss says, "Where are you going?"

The man says, "I'm going home, too. I can't work in the dark."

A MAN WALKS INTO A BAR AND SITS DOWN AND ORDERS A

DRINK.

Bartender says "I'm sorry sir, you already seem very drunk, I cannot serve you."

Guy gets up and leaves. A few minutes later, he comes in again, sits down at the bar and tries ordering another drink.

"I'm sorry sir, but I cannot serve you because you already seem drunk. Please leave,"

Guy gets up, grunts and wanders off again through the same exit.

Another few minutes goes by and the same guy comes back in, sits down and tries to order yet another drink.

"SIR, I'VE ALREADY TOLD YOU NOW TWICE THAT YOU'RE TOO DRUNK AND I CANNOT SERVE YOU."

Dude looks at the bartender all surprised and slurs: "How many bars do you work at?!"

MY BOSS IS THREATENING

TO FIRE THE EMPLOYEE WHO HAS THE WORST POSTURE. I have a hunch it might be me.

HOW DO YOU GET TRUMP TO CHANGE A LIGHT BULB?

Tell him Obama put it in.

PIT BULL AT THE FUNERAL

A guy is walking down the street and sees a massive funeral procession. At the front of the line is a man with a pit bull, then 2 coffins, followed by 200 people. Curious, he asks the man what happened.

"Well," says the man, "My pitbull killed my wife last Thursday, then on Friday, he killed my mother-inlaw."

The first man thinks about it for a second, and says, "Would you mind if I borrowed your dog for a couple of days?"

The man shrugs, points behind him and says "Get in line."

Anyway, I got banned from my local zoo today BILL AND HIS FRIENDS WERE OUT FOR THEIR WEEKLY GOLF MATCH.

A funeral procession goes by and Bill stops I the middle of his swing, takes off his hat, and bows his head until they have moved on.

"That was pretty moving how you showed respect there Bill", one his buddies says.

"Well. We were married for 25 years!" replied Bill.

Know any funny Jokes? Share with us - send them to

DID YOU KNOW THAT A GIRAFFES NECK IS STRONG ENOUGH TO SUPPORT THE WEIGHT OF A HUMAN CLIMBING ON IT?

Tralee Chess Club is back!

Tralee Chess Club is back in business for the last month after a 2 and a half year imposed break due to Covid.They meet every Monday night upstairs in the Castle Bar,Rock St.At the moment there is a great international mix of opponents. The club have entered Division 2 of the Munster Chess League.The first round takes place in the next weeks. New players welcome.Contact Johnny on 086/1083685 or email johnnyhoare@yahoo.com.

THE MIRACLE PRAYER

THE MIRACLE PRAYER

N.R.

TRALEE PARNELLS HURLING AND CAMOGIE CLUB North Kerry Championship

After a number of postponements, the Under 16s North Kerry B championship finally took place in Caherslee on Saturday afternoon where Tralee Parnells took on Ballyheigue. It was a tight game for most of the first half but a couple of goals by Parnells towards the end of the first half gave Parnells a bit of breathing room. Half time score 3-05 to 0-07. The second half was again a tight affair but our ability to score goals at crucial times proved the difference. Final score 5-11 to 0-14.

U15 Hurling

Congratulations to our under 15s who won the Tom Healy memorial tournament in at Abbeydorney GAA at the weekend. The team defeated Crotta in the semi final and Lixnaw in the final. Liam O'Connell won man of the match in the final and it was a clean sweep, as Cian Harris won best goalkeeper of the tournament with Eoghan Costello winning player of the tournament. Many thanks to Abbeydorney club for organising this wonderful tournament. This caps a phenomenal year for this group of players who also won The County League, Feile Na Gaeil County and Div 3 All Ireland titles.

Well done to our U14 and U15 club players who received their All Ireland Camogie medals on Sunday evening at the Rose Hotel. Congratulations to U15 players Abbie Canty and Rachel Sargent. U14 players Anna Chute, Anna O'Sullivan, Caoiloinn Culloo, Orla Costello, Eimear Dillane, Georgie Kennedy, Jessica Leen.

JOHN MITCHELS CLUB NOTES

6AM FULL BODY STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING CLASSES FREE FOR ALL MEMBERS

Come along to the John Mitchels Hall at 6am on Tuesday and Thursday and avail of our free strength and conditioning classes being facilitated by George Bastible. All you need is motivation, an exercise mat and water. Open to all 18 year olds and over.

START TRAINING LIKE THE PROS OPERATION TRANSFORMATION STYLE FREE FOR ALL MEMBERS

Starting Friday November 11th at 8pm, come along to the Astroturf and take part in a one-hour session with George Bastible. Open to all club members, players and parents from minor upwards. If you have the desire to be the best version of yourself, come to John Mitchels at 6pm on Monday and 8pm Fridays.

U14 GIRLS

The u 14 girls will continue Strength and conditioning every Tuesday from 6pm7pm in the hall.

This is vital training heading into the new season, so we ask everyone to make an effort.

U16 GIRLS

Strength and conditioning continue on Thursdays from 6.00pm-7.00pm and Sundays from 9.30am-10.30am. This is vital preparation for next season we ask all u 16s to attend.

UNDER 13 BOYS

The u 13 boys Strength and conditioning is being held every Sunday from 12.00pm-1.00pm.

Can all u 13 boys attend vital preparation for next season.

UNDER 15 BOYS

Our u 15s have Strength and conditioning on Thursday from 5.006.00pm. Can all players please attend.

UNDER 17 BOYS

We are due to play Na Gaeil on Monday 14th at 7.00pm throw in under lights in the town league final. The game will be home venue please come and show your support.

CLOTHES COLLECTION

We have a clothes bank on site having joined up with St Vincent De Paul to raise much needed funds for both John Mitchel’s and SVP. All donations welcome.

BOOT CLUB

Our boot club is now back if you want to drop off your old boots so they can be reused, feel free to drop them to reception.

AUSTIN STACKS

MASS FOR DECEASED MEMBERS: A reminder that Mass for deceased members will take place in St. Brendan’s Church on this Saturday evening, 19th November, at 6.30pm.

ANNUAL CHURCH GATE

COLLECTION: Our Annual Church Gate collection will also take place on this Saturday evening and Sunday (Nov 19th/20th).

CONGRATULATIONS: to former Club Footballer, Daniel Bohan on his recently established Wealth Management Business based in Denny Street. Best of luck Daniel with this new venture.

UNDER 15 ROCK STARS: The Tralee/St Brendan District Under 15 Championship champions who defeated Ballymacelligott....3-7 to 1-7.....in the final: Olivier Lata; Aodhán Horgan, Bao Foley, Tomás O’Connell; Liam O’Connell, Alex Touhy, Leon O’Connor; Ben Murphy, Ronan Carroll (captain); Naode Derege, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Cormac Bastible; Rory Ó Loinsigh, Ryan O’Driscoll, Jake Carmody; Adam Johnston, Brian Kavanagh, Jack Diggin, Jayden Moriarty, Jack Shanahan. The competition was sponsored by Suits Select. Up The Rock! SCÓR na nÓG: Any takers for Scór na nÓg (Faoi 17)?

ANNUAL CHURCH GATE

COLLECTION: Our annual church gate collection will take place next weekend.... on Saturday (19th) and on Sunday (20th). Please support at a church gate or give a donation to a club officer....all support greatly appreciated.

LIKE TO HELP IN THE CLUB? Who’d like to become involved and help out in the Austin Stack Club? Contact Éamonn on 087 9677034 immediately, if so. Have a chat re joining The Rock family. Have you a particular interest....manager, coach, helper, administrator, physical development, skills, jerseys, etc, etc? Age group...youth or adult sections? All replies will be assessed, people will be contacted as appropriate and may be recommended to relevant AGMs.

ST PATS GAA CLUB

Healthy Club Event

Another great turnout out for a miserable Thursday night last. The wind and rain pushed us to Moran’s Shop, but it was

a lot harder uphill with the rain through to Lohercannon. Well done to everyone for putting in the effort. Next Thursday we meet as usual at 7pm for a light training run before the Tralee Park Run on Saturday 19th. We look forward to a large turnout to finish off this worthwhile initiative. Make sure to register for the parkrun to get your barcode so you can take part on the 19th of November.

Derryquay Fundraiser

We are doing a clothes collection for SVDP, if anyone is doing a wardrobe clearance before Nov 30th, we will be delighted to take any preloved items. Contact Irene to arrange collection 0871233254. Thank you for the community's continued support for our school.

Seniors

We are playing against Ballymac on Sunday 20th of November at 2pm in Blennerville in the Quarter Final of Tralee/St Brendan’s Senior District Championship sponsored by Lee Strand.

Well done

To our over 35’s who took part in the over 35’s blitz at the weekend in Dingle, great to see so many young faces take part.

RAHILLYS REPORTS

Senior Munster Club Championship Semi Final Fixture. Kerins O Rahillys v Eire Og Ennis Sunday November 27th in Austin Stacks Park.

NÓTAÍ NA mBAN

Since it’s formation, the LGFA has been more than just providing a sporting and cultural outlet for our members. Great work is carried out by clubs throughout the country, this we pride ourselves on and especially our own KLGFA who in lieu of gate charges for the District finals asked all attendees to make a donation at the gate to the #Play4Emma treatment fund.

Emma Langan is 14 years old and has been diagnosed with leukaemia.She has commenced treatment in Crumlin’s Children’s Hospital. Emma plays football with St. Brigid’s Club in Mayo. All of these donations will go a long way in helping Emma and her family through the next stages of Emma's treatment plan. We in Strand Road wish Emma the best .

There are times when people in our community need help and it’s fantastic to see people rally round to support… a lovely gesture from everyone in the Kerry Ladies senior executive. Also well done to Kitty Bowler who so far has raised €1780, a wonderful young lady!

Kitty donated at least 20 inches of her beautiful hair to Rapunzel Ponytails while raising money for the LauraLynn –Ireland’s Children’s Hospice.

MUNSTER LGFA COLLEGE BURSARY

Call Chris or Colette Tel: 066-7126399 or e-mail : traleeadvertiser@gmail.com

Now open for applications for 2023 for a 1st year college bursary.

One applicant per county will receive a €1,000 bursary.

Each player applying must complete the link that has been sent out.

*The closing date is January 6th, 2023

*Draw for the bursary will be made on January 13th ,2023

Juvenile Academy

It was a jam-packed evening for our Juvenile Academy Medal Presentation 2022 on Sunday evening in The Club. We welcomed over 100 Juveniles along with their families and coaches on the evening. A huge well done to all our Juveniles who received their well-deserved medals, we are very proud of each and every one of the boys and girls in our Academy. Huge thank you to David Moran and Barry John Keane for presenting the children with their medals. Thank you to all our coaches for their time and dedication throughout the year without you it would not be possible. And finally thank you to the parents for bringing your children to training and games and for your continued support throughout the year.

TRALEE DYNAMOS AFC

Munster Youths Cup Area Final : Park FC 3 – 4 Dynamos. Well done to our Youths squad who go on to represent Kerry in this season’s Munster Youths Cup. Some great performances across the team with the stand out player being Shay Kelliher at Centre-Half with a very commanding performance. Darragh Cunnane bagged a hat-trick with Alex Touhy scoring the winner near the end.

U-15 National Cup Rd 3 : Dynamos 6 – 1 Aisling/Annacotty. A very solid win for our boys with Ryan Onyekwere scoring a brace as did Jake Carmody and one each from Jayden Moriarty and a superb individual effort from Jay O Connor. It was by far our best performance of the season. Man of the Match was Fionn Ó Dalaigh with three assists and winning a penalty.

KDL : Dynamos C 3 – 1 Kingdom Corinthians. Some great performances from the old guard backed up by some impressive displays from the younger members of the squad. Great to see Jack Rogers returning to goals after recent injury. Best wishes to the Corinthians keeper who was forced off with an injury late in the first half. We wish him a speedy recovery.

KDL Premier : Dynamos 2 – 1 Killorglin. Second half goals from Lorcan Seymour and Ger McCarthy saw Dynamos come from behind to take victory and move up the Premier Division table. Best for Dynamos were David Rogers, Shane Lowth and Imoh Atai.