West & Mid Kerry Live issue 306

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Kerry Live

Corca Dhuibhne Beo Eisiúint / Issue 306 15ú - 29ú Aibreán 2021

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Dingle Lighthouse: Mossy Donegan

West Kerry Live 1

San Eagrán Seo / In This Issue Pg 3: From the Archives Pg 5: Dingle Cookery School Recipe Pg 6: Small Changes: Defending Farmers Pg 8: Plean Teanga d'Abhainn an Scáil Pg 10: Nutrition with Irene Pg 14: Farming News Pg 16: Plean Teanga Chiarraí Thiar

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Essential / Emergency Local Numbers Uimhreacha áitiúla riachtanacha / Uimhreacha éigeandála

IONAID LEIGHIS / MEDICAL CENTRES:

Clinic Cois Abhann, Spa Road , Dingle 066 9151465 Ionad Leighis An Daingin, The Mall, Dingle 066 9152225.

DingleDoc, Gort a Lin, John St, Dingle 066 9151343 Castlegregory Medical Centre, 066-7139226 Mon-Fri, 9:00am to 5:00 pm Saturday, by appointment. Emergencies Doctor’s Surgery Annascaul, West Inch 066-9157227, SouthDoc: 1850 335 999 for all calls between 6.00pm to 8.00am Killorglin Health Centre, Killorglin, Tel: 066 976 1284 Dr Valerie Collins Market St, 066 976 1253 Cronin, Dr Ann, Beach Tree Lodge, Market St, Killorglin (066)9761014 Prendiville, Wm (Killorglin) Cluincorrig, Killorglin (066)9761149 Prenderville Edmond Daly’s Lane, Killorglin (066)9761072 Prenderville Edmond Coolmore Laharn, Killorglin (066)9761512 Milltown Health Centre Milltown (066)9767113

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Brendan O’ Connell, Spa Rd., Dingle. Tel (066) 9151814

EIGEANDÁIL / EMERGENCY:

Police, Fire, Ambulance, Coast Guard: Tel: 112 or 999.

These numbers are free of charge but should only be used in cases of genuine emergencies.

STÁISIÚN NA NGARDAÍ / GARDA STATIONS

Annascaul Garda Station,. Tel: +353 66 9157102 Dingle Garda Station, Tel: +353 66 9151522 Castlegregory Garda Station,Tel: +353 66 7139690 Garda Station, Killorglin, Tel: +353 66 976 1113

FIACLÓIRÍ / DENTISTS

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Upper Main St Dingle Co. Kerry (066) 9152333 Long Bryan G B. Dent. Sc. Main st. Upr .Dingle (066)9151527 Timothy Lynch Dental Surgery, Langford st, Killorglin, 066 97 61831 Mac Domhnaill Dental, Tralee, 066-7121457 / 087-1319792

CLÁR-AMA BUS / BUS TIMETABLES:

Local Link Kerry 066 7147002 Bus Station, Killarney, Co. Kerry. (064) 30011 Bus Station, Tralee, Co. Kerry. (066) 7164700

POITIGÉIRÍ / CHEMISTS:

The Village Pharmacy, Castlegregory, 066-7139646 Walsh John, Pharmacy Green st. Dingle (066)9151365 O’Keeffe Pharmacy Ltd . Strand St.(066)9151310 Grogan’s Pharmacy, Spa Rd, Dingle (066)-9150518 O’Dohertys Pharmacy, Bridge Street, Milltown (066)-9767305 Laune Pharmacy Market Street, Killorglin, 066 976 1131 Mulvihill Pharmacy Ltd, Main St, Killorglin, Phone : 066 976 1115 O’Sullivan’s Pharmacy, Mill Road, Killorglin, Phone : 066 976 2111 O Sullivans Pharmacy 6 Bridge Street, Milltown, 066 9795915

OIFIG TURASÓIREACHTA / TOURIST OFFICES

Dingle - An Daingean Phone: +353(0)669151188 Castlegregory - Talor’s Row, Strand Street, 066-7139422

OPTICIANS / RADHARC-EOLAÍ

Ó Domhnaill Opticians, Mail Rd., Dingle, (066) 9152863

SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL (SVP) WEST KERRY AREA Dingle : 086-0203501 Castlegregory/ Cloghane : 087-1647788 Ballyferriter : 066-9156124 Tralee Office -066 -7128021

From The Archives

Queen Elizabeth’s Pardons

Edited By Ted Creedon

and taken from 16th and early 17th century records.

Drowned near Ballydavid From – Kerry Evening Post, 22 July 1893 A Dingle fisherman named Patrick Murphy lost his life while fishing near Ballydavid a few days ago. It appears that the unfortunate man’s canoe came in contact with hidden rocks and overturned.

Some years ago the Inspector of Irish Fisheries, Sir Thomas Brady, made an appeal to the Government to break up and remove this threat to local fishermen but without result. The authorities were censured by Coroner Hayes, at the inquest, for their failure to remove this continuing hazard to fishermen.

Ballyferriter Sports From – The Kerryman, 11 August 1906 Next Wednesday will be the annual sports day in Ballyferriter and the event is expected to attract visitors from all around the peninsula. The organising committee have spent the past several weeks in preparation for the big day and are confident of a successful and enjoyable spectacle.

One of the main attractions on the day will be the presence of the Dingle Fife and Drum band.

Court Cases From – Kerry Evening Post, 15 September 1858 A young servant boy was charged and found guilty of killing a sheep belonging to a Mr. James Francis. The boy was instructed to pay Mr. Francis the sum of six shillings and to return the flesh and fleece of the animal to him.

A pickpocket named Mary Callaghan was found guilty of stealing five shillings from the coat pocket of Hanora Gallivan on the day of the Dingle Pattern. Her case was adjourned until the next Dingle Quarter Sessions. The court heard that she was an accomplished and well-known pickpocket.

From – Kerry Evening Post, 31 January 1914 27 May 1585 – Pardons were issued to the following merchants; a number of Trants, Stephen Ryse, Dominic Ryse, John Ryse, Thomas Ryse, and Patrick Ryse, all of whom are merchants in Dingleycushe, County Kerry.

31 May 1586 – Pardon issued to Edward Rice, Burgess of Dinglecouse.

1601 – Pardons were issued to several Trants, Stephen Ryse of Dingle; Thomas Rice and Richard Fitz Thomas of Dingle; Rowland Rice and Richard Fitz Thomas Rice of Dingle, merchants.

Upgraded Postal Service From – The Kerryman, 3 February 1906 Beginning on Monday, February 5th, 1906, a supplementary post will be conveyed from Tralee to Dingle by the rail service. The mail will be delivered to the Post Office shortly before 8pm and may be collected by the public at that time.

The upgraded service will also mean that letters will be conveyed from the Dingle Post Office at 7:10 a.m. for transporting to Tralee by the early train. This means that any mail leaving Dingle by the early morning train, and bound for England, will also benefit from the upgraded service by its speedy arrival in Britain.

Port Yarrock Charges From – Kerry Evening Post, 10 February 1894 Several people from the Stradbally area were charged at Castlegregory Petty Sessions this week with illegally removing material from the recently wrecked Port Yarrock. The charges were brought at the suit of the Receiver of Wrecks. However, the defendants applied to have their cases adjourned to the next Petty Sessions which was granted.

[The Port Yarrock was wrecked on Kilcummin Strand, Brandon Bay, on 29 January 1894 with the loss of 20/22/25 crewmen – according to various accounts of the shipwreck].

Coastguards and Crops From – Kerry Evening Post, 9 August 1865 The coastguards from all the stations on the peninsula assembled in Dingle this week to undergo a series of standard exercises. They were supervised by Captain Mara and by Lieut. Hawkey R. N. who were satisfied by the men’s performance.

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In other news this week there is great activity in the harvesting of the cereal crops which are in excellent condition. There is also an abundant supply of first-class potatoes available in the market.

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Pier Illumination From – Kerry Evening Post, 8 May 1886 The Harbour Board have installed a sizeable navigation light at the seaward end of Dingle pier. The light is fixed to a metal stanchion at a height of about nine feet. For vessel approaching from the sea it presents a strong red light while the light is clear and bright on the landward side.

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This installation will be of immense benefit to fishing vessels and general shipping traffic especially on making their way up the harbour on dark or foggy nights. It will also be of great benefit when loading or unloading cargo at night. This improvement to the harbour’s infrastructure is all part of the Harbour Board’s development plans.

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Baked Pasta with Sausage and Ricotta Mark Murphy: Dingle Cookery School

olive oil

2-3 minutes.

salt and pepper

Add in the tomatoes and chili flakes. Cook this for a few minutes to allow it to thicken. Add in the reserved pasta water. Add in the pasta, mozzarella and ricotta, use a large spoon or spatula to mix this all well. Taste and season if needed (remember the cheese will have some salt).

Method Preheat the oven to 190ºC Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water for 5 minutes. Strain and keep about a ladle of the pasta water.

While the pasta is cooking you can start the rest of the dish.

Put an oven-proof pan on over a medium to high heat (if you don’t have an oven-proof pan you can transfer it to an oven-proof dish before putting in the oven).

Here is a simple dinner recipe that is full of flavour and will be a definitive crowd favourite.

Serve this any time of the year, it will work well on the cooler nights or serve it on a warm sunny evening with a green salad.

Sprinkle parmesan over the top and place in the oven for about 15-20 minutes.

Once ready remove from the oven and wait for about 5 minutes before serving.

Serve with a green salad or garlic bread.

Bain Taitneamh As

Add a little oil and add the sausages. Cook them for about 5 minutes to allow them to brown a little. Turn the heat down and add the garlic, fennel seeds and oregano. Cook this for about

I always love dishes like this that get mixed together and added to a tray and then popped in the oven. One little tip that works great for any baked pasta dish, is to cook the pasta in boiling salted water for about 5 minutes. This always helps the pasta to be just right when it comes out of the oven.

Serves 4 Ingredients 300g sausages, each cut into 3 pieces 2 garlic cloves, crushed ½ tsp. fennel seeds 1 tsp. oregano (optional) 2 tins of crushed tomatoes pinch of chili flakes 350g pasta (use shapes like penne, farfalle, or rigatoni) 200g mozzarella, torn in pieces 150g ricotta 50-100g parmesan West Kerry Live 5

Small Changes: DEFENDING FARMERS

Agriculture is responsible for 33% of all Irish greenhouse gas emissions, so when it comes to tackling climate change farmers are firmly in the crosshairs of the firing squad. Undoubtedly improvements must be made within the agri-sector with regards not only emissions but also water quality and biodiversity but anxiety is building within the farming community due to the absence of a clear roadmap in any Climate Action Plan as to how an interim target of a 51% reduction in emissions will be achieved by 2030. In addition, government policies on strategic development within the sector and the environment are often contradictory. It is important that I acknowledge my bias towards farmers at this point. Many people in my immediate and extended family are farmers, as are many friends and neighbours. I also recognise that while there are some individuals, albeit a small minority, who should not be left in charge of a blade of grass such is their disregard for the natural environment, people unsuitable for the job exist in every profession.

There are approximately 137,000 farm holdings in the country. Even though many farmers are hugely dependent on Common Agricultural Policy payments such as the basic payment scheme for their income and to support their farm business, these payments have a beneficial impact on the local economy of every parish in rural Ireland. The agri-food sector supports one in eight jobs in the country with farming and agri-business being the largest employers in over half the counties in Ireland.

Over 90% of all dairy and beef and half of all pig meat produced in Ireland is exported. In 2019 dairy exports earned the country €4.9 billion, beef exports were worth €2.24 billion and pig meat exports €512 million so the sector is also vitally important to the national economy. The suitability of the temperate climate for growing grass gives dairy farmers a competitive advantage and the abolition of milk quotas in 2015 contributed hugely to the expansion of the dairy herd. The growth in agricultural exports has also been driven by government policies such as those outlined in Food Harvest 2020 (published in 2010) which proposed that Ireland could grow food exports by a third and Food Wise 2025 (published in 2015) which called for the increase in the value of agri-food exports by 85%.

An important point outlined by the economist Colm McCarthy is that agricultural emissions are attributed to production whereas fossil fuel emissions and those of many other industries are attributed to the consumer. When we use petrol or diesel in our cars or oil to heat our homes, the resultant emissions are added to the total of Irish GHG emissions and not those of the states where the fossil fuels are extracted. Carbon taxes on these fossil fuels are going to get much higher in the coming years to further discourage consumption and to make it cheaper to choose low carbon alternatives. When Irish milk, cheese, butter etc. is exported the associated emissions stay on our carbon emissions spreadsheet. Even though this issue is acknowledged in the Climate Action Bill 2021, there is unlikely to be any change to this carbon emission accountancy issue any time soon as Ireland is relatively unique with regard its high agri-emissions (the EU average for GHGs from agriculture is about 10%).

There have been calls from some quarters to reduce the national herd from 7 million to 2 million to reduce emissions and pressure on the Irish environment. Apart from government support and subsidies, the huge financial investments made by farmers and the importance of food exports to the economy in the past decade, Irish farmers produce enough food to feed 40 million people. Even if the national herd was culled, the demand for this produce would not disappear and would just be served by other countries which might not have the same standard of environmental 6 Corca Dhuibhne Beo

regulation. It is also a good time to point out (again) that food has never been so cheap and one-third of all food is wasted world-wide. Perhaps if farmers were paid a fair price for the food they produce they would not need to expand production for economies of scale or to compensate for low margins.

Agricultural emissions are primarily from methane (67%) produced by belching cattle and nitrous oxide which comes mainly from soils fertilised by manures or synthetic fertiliser. Not all greenhouse gases are created equally so methane for instance is four times more potent than carbon dioxide but is relatively short lived in the atmosphere in comparison to carbon dioxide. There is a lot of disagreement amongst scientists as to how this should be calculated within carbon emission equivalent measurements. In addition, there is further uncertainty due to difficulties in measurements as to how much CO2 soils, hedgerows etc. actually remove from the atmosphere and so offset credits are not currently being given to farmers. You can’t value what you can’t measure so the worry is that this will not be given enough consideration when it comes to devising carbon budgets.

Irrespective of the issues with measuring emissions farmers are being encouraged to change production systems and/or diversify to offset carbon. Unfortunately, this encouragement is not backed up with sufficient support. Ten years ago, for example, 90% of all new forestry plantings were undertaken by farmers but this figure had dropped to just 30% in 2020.

A major factor in this drop is that current licensing system could not be more off-putting. In order to plant more than more than a quarter of an acre of woodland it is necessary to apply for a licence. A separate licence application is necessary if an access road is required, another for aerial fertilisation and yet another to thin and clear fell the trees. To compound the bureaucracy anyone from any part of the country can appeal an application (lodging an appeal was free up until October 2020 when emergency legislation was passed to deal with the situation). Nearly 100% of applications are appealed and licence applicants cannot start work until they know the outcome of the appeal (this has resulted in the destruction of millions of saplings in nurseries over the past number of years). There is currently a backlog of 4,500 applications in the system with only 200 dealt with between October and the end of March.

Another example is that of organic farming. Organically farmed soils emit 40% less greenhouse gases and organic farming practices improve soil health, eliminate the need for synthetic fertilisers and support biodiversity.

However, just 1.7% of utilisable land is farmed organically in Ireland while the EU average is closer to 7%. This is mainly because organic farming has struggled to get state support. There are only two advisors for the whole country and it is very difficult to join the organic farming scheme.

The scheme does not open every year and admitted only 55 out of the 225 applicants in the last round in 2018. The scheme is open again at the moment and it is hoping to add between 300-400 new applicants but this remains to be seen.

Empowering farmers to earn carbon credits through micro generation of energy has been another missed opportunity. There are literally hundreds of acres of shed roofs in farmyards around the country which could be used to put solar PV panels on. Across Europe, power generation companies rent roof space from farmers but apparently the technology to feed energy into the national grid could not be used in Ireland. EU legal requirements have finally compelled the government to develop policies to allow small scale producers sell excess electricity back to the grid and these should be in place by the end of the summer.

It could be argued that examples such as these do not preclude individual farmers from taking the initiative to improve biodiversity on their land or reduce emissions by using alternative agricultural practices. They could for example, plant trees in the corners of fields, maintain and plant hedgerows, reduce fertilizer usage through use of multi species swards and regular soil testing, decrease pesticide use etc. and, of course, many do! However the top down, one size fits all approach of most policies and directives means that there is little or no incentive for many farmers to implement these changes. A lack of information and education doesn’t help either.

There is scant mention of biodiversity, for example, in the level 5 Green cert course for young farmers but even if it was extensively covered less than 5% of Irish framers are under the age of 35. A quick review of the statistics on the mental and physical health of Irish farmers in addition to the Health & Safety Authority statistics on farm accidents also highlights that most farmers do not have the time to research and implement such

measures even if they have an interest.

There is, however, a proven approach to increase biodiversity, reduce measurable emissions and improve the sustainability of agriculture in Ireland. This is the implementation of locally-led, results based programmes. The BurrenLife farming for conservation programme, for example, has been running since 2008 and has had significant impacts on biodiversity in the Burren. It has highlighted the knowledge of local farmers and has provided them with opportunities to be financially rewarded for their hard work. A supporting team of experts including ecologists, field assistants, programme scientists and farm advisors who have respect for the views and input of the farmers while ensuring conservation goals are achieved is also key to this success.

More recent examples of these farmer centered, results based programmes which have had incredible outcomes include 23 European Innovation Partnership Schemes. These are projects that allow farmers, scientists and other experts to collaborate together to develop new practices that are environmentally friendly and economically sustainable. Projects include the BRIDE (biodiversity regeneration in a dairying environment) Project in Co. Cork, Caomhnú Árann, The Pearl Mussel Project and the MacGillycuddy Reeks EIP. The total funding for the scheme across all projects is €59 million over 6 years. This sounds like a lot of money until you consider that it cost Ireland €86 million to buy carbon credits for failure to comply with EU targets in 2020.

Closer to home, 120 dairy farmers on the peninsula have come together with the support of the SEAI to form the West Kerry Dairy Farmers Sustainable Energy Community, the first sustainable energy community in the country. The SEAI is funding an energy master plan which will be specific to the needs of dairy farmers in West Kerry and will outline methods to achieve greater energy efficiencies when completed.

At the end of the day, the farming community is and will continue to be one of the most adversely affected sectors by climate change. Moreover, their livelihoods are dependent on the health of the environment so it is in their best interests to address the climate crisis. The approach needs to be fair, equitable and sustainable.

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Plean Teanga d’Abhainn an Scáil!

Roibeard Ó Cathasaigh Le barr fiosrachta le déanaí, dheineas iniúchadh garbh ar chnuasach béaloidis Scoil Bhreac-Chluain, Abhainn an Scáil 1 ó thaobh líon na leathanach is na bhfaisnéiseoirí Gaeilge sa bhailiúchán. Mar a tharla, d’eascair dhá chnuasach ón scoil idir na blianta 1937-8, Scoil na gCailíní fé stiúir ag an oide Eibhlín Bn. Uí Néill 2 (1891-1969) – 57 as 83 leathanach i nGaeilge; Scoil na mBuachaillí fé stiúir ag an oide Pádraig Ó Séaghdha 3 (1900-’79) – 47 as 159 leathanach i nGaeilge.

Thug cúigear déag ar fhichead (35) faisnéiseoir míreanna i nGaeilge.

Faighimid ana-éagsúlacht san ábhar a bailíodh sa dá theanga i mbailiúchán Abha an Scáil. Tá ciste rí-shaibhir sa chnuasach Gaeilge idir amhráin, sísheanchas, seanfhocail, seanchas staire, paidreacha, logainmneacha, gan ach an beagán a lua. Seo a leanas blaiseadh beag bídeach den bhailiúchán a bhreac an cailín scoile Siobhán Ní Churtáin 4 (1922-2012) ó Mháire Ní Dhomhnaill 5 (1869-c1959), Breac Cluain.

Bhailigh Siobhán Ní Churtáin trí leathanach déag d’ábhar béaloidis óna muintir, agus san déanta i bpeannaireacht agus i litriú den scoth aici, ina measc, cúig amhrán Gaeilge a phléifimid lá níos faide anoon. Bhí muintir Shiobháin Uí Churtáin lonnaithe cois Chrosaire Uí Curtáin (Curtain’s Cross, mar a aithnítear inniu é) trian de mhíle suas Bóthar an Mháma nó seanBhóthar Chorcaí mar a thugtaí air (an bóthar ar chúl an tsáipéil thar sléibhe go hÍnse). Comharsa do Shiobhán i mbaile Abhainn an Scáil ab ea Máire Ní Dhomhnaill le linn don mbéaloideas so a bheith á bhailiú.

Tráchtaireacht Fiú mura bhfuil ach 126 focal sa mhír bhéaloidis seo, féach a bhfuil de stair na muintire agus de shaibhreas teanga ag brúchtadh aisti. Díreoimid ar na logainmneacha – ainmneacha na ngort is na bpáirceanna go príomhdha, a bhfuil dhá cheann déag acu luaite.

Insíonn logainmneacha go leor dúinn faoin gceantar fhéin – an topagrafaíocht, na traidisiúin agus stair na muintire ann. Ní haon eisceacht an dornán seo ó Bhreac-Chluain. Ba le linn deireadh an ochtú céad déag a tosnaíodh ar na haonaid talún seo a roinnt agus a fho-roinnt de réir mar a bhí an daonra ag fás.

Bhí na haonaid talún á n-ainmniú de réir a chéile, agus is léir go raibh ár dteanga dhúchais in ard a réime ag muintir na dúiche le linn a n-ainmnithe. Tá iarracht déanta agam an cód atá fé cheilt sna logainmneacha saibhre seo a scaoileadh le míniú bunúsach orthu anso 8.

Baintear feidhm as éagsúlacht téarmaí dúchasacha sa chur síos ar na haonaid éagsúla sa réimse talún so, mar leanas: páirc x6, páircín x2, gort x1, garraí x2, talamh x1, móide logainm suaithinseach ar leith.

Ainmneacha na nGort Páirc: Talamh féarach; Páirc na Leachtán > leacht/large flag stone – le linn don dtalamh a bheith á ghlanadh, deintí an leacacha a charnadh, agus is as san a dh’éirigh an t-ainm.

Páirc an Chábáin > cábán/cabin – macalla sa logainm seo den uair úd a dhéanfadh feirmeoir margadh leis an bhfear oibre/sclábhaí talamh scóir do chur phrátaí a bheith aige, agus cábán mar bharr air sa chás seo.

Páirc na bPúcaí > púca/ghost,spirit – gné shuntasach de thraidisiúnt osnádúir na muintire ab ea an púca, a d’fheidhmigh chun leasa nó aimhleasa an duine, agus gur mó cló a d’fhéadfadh a bheith air ón gcapall dtín ngabhar dtín ngiorria srl.

Páirc na Claise > clais/trench, furrow, ditch, gully.

Páirc an tSléibhe > sliabh/hill,mountain, moorland.

Gort: talamh go mbeadh curadóireacht ar siúl ann thar thréimhse; Gort an Imris > imreas/quarrel, discord – macalla sa logainm seo fé imreas nó achrann á leanúint maidir le cearta – cead slí, b’fhéidir.

Gort an Ghréasaí > shoemaker – ceardaí traidiúsanta tábhachtach sa tsochaí ab ea an gréasaí; agus féach go luaitear ceardaí tábhachtach eile sa sliocht mar atá ‘tinteán gabha’/forge hearth.

Lugha an tSeanaghuail; lugha<litriú ársa nó truaillithe, b’fhéidir, den bhfocal ‘luaith’>‘luatha’ ashes – “Cuireann fear na cruaiche fear na luatha amach”/the man of means evicts the poor man. Seanaghual>gual a dhófaí fé dhó, b’fhéidir. Ar nóta gaolmhar, is suimiúil go bhfuil ‘tinteán gabha’ luaite sa mhírín bhéaloidis céanna.

Garraí: An t-aonad is lú, agus an chéad áit gur cuireadh claí mórthimpeall air mar chosaint ar ghlasraí a bheadh ag fás ann, i.e. garraí gabáiste agus prátaí.

Garraí Mín > mín/fine, smooth – cré mhín ar easpa cloch, oiriúnach chun curadóireachta.

Bailiúchán na Scol, Scoil Bhreac-Chluain CBÉS 426:660 Mo Bhaile Fearainn “Tá bóthar caol i bhfeirm Uí Dhomhnaill 6 agus tá sé timpeall cúig céad troigh i bhfad. Ta alán páirceanna ins an bhfeirm, mar atá, Páirc Mhór, Páirc na Claise, Páirc na bPúcaí, Gort an Imris, Lugha an tSeanaghuail, Garraí Mín, Páirc an Chábáin, Talamh Fada, Páirc na Leachtán, Garraí Gréasaí, Páirc an tSléibhe, Páircín na mBróg. ’Sé an fáth go nglaotar Páircín na mBróg air mar nuair a bhí na daoine ag teacht go dtí’n mbaile beag chuiridís a mbróga orthu ansan. Tá páirc ar thaobh an bhóthair freisin agus fuaireadh tinteán gabha ann. Bhí alán tithe i mBreac-Chluain fadó, ach fuaireadar go léir bás le cruatan agus le h-ocras, agus chuaigh an méid a bhí fágtha go dtís na hoileáin iasachta.” 7 8 Corca Dhuibhne Beo

Maidir le h-abairt dheiridh na míre mar atá: “Bhí alán tithe i mBreacChluain fadó, ach fuaireadar go léir bás le cruatan agus le h-ocras, agus chuaigh an méid a bhí fágtha go dtís na hoileáin iasachta.” De réir an tseanchais áitiúil bhí suas le deich gclann is ceithre fichid (90) sa dúiche úd ó Bhóthar an Mháma síos go Bun Inbhir/‘Bun-in-ír’ roimis an nGorta Mór. Cúig chlann atá anois ann.

Clabhsúr Ceist rí-chasta í ceist teanga phobail, agus ní h-aon iontas gur threisigh tubaist an Ghorta Mhóir i lár an naoú haois déag próiséas aistrithe teanga na muintire in Abha an Scáil. B’amhlaidh a tharla im pharóiste dúchais fhéin Lios Póil agus go deimhin ar fuaid na leithinise i gCorca Dhuibhne a bheag nó a mhór.

San luaite, tá fianaise ghlé i gcnuasach béaloidis Scoil Bhreac-Chluain, Abhainn an Scáil go raibh raidhse cainteoirí sa dúthaigh úd a labhair

teanga a sinsear go líofa ag deireadh thríochaidí na haoise seo chaite. Ba chuí, má sea, an dúthaigh úd a áireamh mar “Ghaeltacht leochailleach” (i dtéarmaí Ghearóid Uí Thuathaigh) le linn na tréimhse sin.

Fiú agus an Ghaeilge mar theanga theagaisc i Scoil Bhreac-Chluain anuas go seascaidí na haoise seo chaite, dealraíonn gur chaill an pobal a misneach i leith na Gaelainne de réir a chéile. Is íorónta mar sin fhéin go bhfuil Plean Teanga á bheartú do Thrá Lí, ach fós, dearúd déanta de réir dealraimh ar Abha na Scáil. Is méanar malairt bhisigh, fiú más mall fhéin é. Dá b’amhlaidh a bheadh, gan dabht, thacódh pobal Gaelainne na gcomharsan béal dorais i Lios Póil sa ghníomh dóchais úd.

FOCLÓIR: Fiosrach-inquiring, iniúchadh-audit, eascair-sprout, cnuasachcollection, faisnéiseoir-informant, logainm-place-name, sísheanchas-fairy lore, baile fearainn-townland, go príomhdha-principally, dúiche-homeland, réimse talún-tract of land, suaithinseach-distinctive, aistriú teanga-language shift, is méanam malairt bhisigh-a happy alternative is wished for.

1 Féach The speckled meadow – Scoil Bhreac Chluain centenary 1914-2014, (Oileán Chiarraí, 2013) do mhíreanna béaloidis ó Bhailiúchan na Scol, 63-78.

2 Ní Shé ó Chiarrai Thuaidh ó dhúchas. Pósta le Patrick O’Neill, fiaclóir ó Chill Chainnigh. Thosnaigh Eibhlín ag múineadh i Scoil Bhreac-Chluain i 1909 agus chuaigh ar scor i 1940. Buíochas le Paddy Kennedy, garmhac léi, as an eolas seo.

3 Ón Leataoibh Bheag ó dhúchas do Phádraig. Ceoltóir ab ea é, agus ‘ar lá maith’ thugadh sé an fhidil ar scoil leis – ‘He took his music serious,’ dar le Dan Sheehy, a bhí sa rang aige go 1962. D’fhoghlaim Dan na táblaí is na paidreacha i nGaeilge ar scoil. Mé buíoch do Dan as a chomhráite anamúla gutháin chuige seo. Ardpheileadóir d’Abhainn an Scáil ab ea Dan lem linn fhéin, agus guth binn amhránaíochta i gcónaí aige, bail air.

4 Bhí siopa beag ag Máire in Abhainn an Scáil mar a raibh cónaí uirthi lena beirt deirféar Kate is Nora agus a deartháir Michael Pad Jack. ‘Na Nuns’ mar leasainm ar na deirféaracha toisc a dhiagaithe is a bhíodar. Tacaí teann d’Fhianna Fáil ab ea Máire, agus sheas sí ar aon ardán le DeValera in Abhainn an Scil in aois 88 do thodhchán 1957. Buíochas do Joan Sayers as a cúnamh le dátaí.

5 Bhí Siobhán pósta le Pádraig Ó Cathalláin ó Ghlaise Bheag agus conaí orthu i mBaile Dhá Thuile/Ballyahill, Co. Luimnigh, le cúigear clainne.

Buíochas do Dhónal Mac Síthigh (nia le Siobhán), Cathair Piarais as an eolas so.

6 Tá an fheirm roinnte inniu, an slis thoir ag Jimmi O’Donnell – an tálamh úd ar cíos ag Pádraig Kennedy, a bhfuil ana-shuim aige i seanchas na ngort seo, agus an slis thiar ag Seán McCarthy – mac Justin, a mhisnigh mé i dtreo an ailt.

7 Bailiúchán na Scol, Scoil Bhreac-Chluain. CBÉS. 426:660; An t-ábhar seo á fhoilsiú le cead Chnuasach Bhéaloideas Éireann, www.dúchas.ie 8 Bail ar an Dr. Breandán Ó Cíobháin as a shaineolas ar logainmneacha a roinnt go fial liom.

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Don’t Let an Under Par Diet leave you Over Par on the Golf Course!

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We are more prone to premature aging, inflammation, degenerative disease, cardiovascular disease and cancer when we don’t consume enough antioxidants to neutralize the damage caused by these free radicals. Eating a rainbow diet of colours – green, red, orange, yellow, white and purple foods everyday will deliver antioxidants for every cell type in the body ensuring that we are well protected off and on the golf course. For golfers, exposure to UV light, increased metabolic activity during play and inflammation (if it exists) can increase exposure to free radicals but increasing colour and variety of plant foods is the answer to your long game.

Healthy Oils and Super Fats Healthy fats are a great source of long-term energy, particularly when eaten before an endurance activity such as golf. These fats come in the form of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, depending on the length and bonds of their fatty chains. Monounsaturated fats are the cornerstone of the much-acclaimed Mediterranean diet – olives, olive oil, avocado, walnuts and can easily be incorporated into an Atlantic diet. Polyunsaturated oils are classed as omega 3 and omega 6, neither of which can stand heat or sunlight very well. Omega 3 is a powerful anti-inflammatory, found in cold-water (not farm-raised) oily fish, chia seeds, flaxseeds and walnuts. Omega 6, found in seeds, nuts and their oils is best eaten raw and untreated for optimum benefits. On the other hand, trans fats (cheap, manufactured fats) have no place on the golfer’s menu or anybody else’s for that matter.

With the US Masters just over and the re-opening of golf courses on the 26th of April, golf is on the brain of many people this week. Congratulations to Hideki Matsuyama who donned the green jacket last weekend after winning one of golf’s most prestigious tournaments in Atlanta, USA. To be honest, apart from a bit of crazy golf and pitch and putt, I have not had a real game of golf yet but I have learned a lot about the game this week as I prepared to deliver a talk (by zoom) to the members of Ceann Sibéal Golf Club on Wednesday evening. A great advantage to take up the game came from a Swedish study, which shows that playing golf may lead to increased life expectancy, with golfers living over 5 years longer than non-golfers. This link was observed by comparing 300,000 golfers to non-golfers, and importantly, was found to exist regardless of age, gender or socio-economic status. So, no matter our backgrounds, we could all benefit! Following on from that study, and with the added bonus of good nutrition, I reckon you could be swinging nicely well into old age. A good news story worth “putting” out there!

Nutrition for golf players is not too far from what would be considered a healthy, balanced diet for most of the adult population anyway. With just a few little tweaks to cater for the game, you will be tapping in for a birdie like a pro. There are four main elements to eating a healthful diet and these apply to both golfers and non-golfers alike, they are: Eat a nutrient-dense foods These are foods that are high in essential nutrients just as nature intended.

Eating a diet made up of natural, wholefoods while eliminating sugar, processed foods and junk will naturally reduce your calorie intake while maximizing the nutrients assimilated into the body. Not only is eating like this good for your golf game, but thousands of studies have also shown that a nutrient-dense diet extends life, delays disease, optimizes weight, improves mental function and enhances performance in sports. A win-win for everyone! If you are not sure what a nutrient diet is, Michael Pollen, author of “In Defense of Food” sums it up nicely with “if it’s a plant, eat it – if it’s made in a plant, don’t”. Simple!

Maintain healthy Blood Sugar control Slow-release carbohydrates from wholegrains, whole fruits and vegetables and limiting sugar, fizzy drinks and alcohol is the gift to yourself that keeps on giving. The game of golf can take four to five hours to complete, involves about 12,000 steps and requires a steady flow of energy for stamina, performance and focus. Both golfers and non-golfers benefit from a wholefood, minimally processed diet with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and Type 2 Diabetes, better weight control and improved energy and stamina.

Get High on Antioxidants Antioxidants protect us from free radical damage from UV light, radiation, smoking, pollution, fried foods, inflammation and our own metabolism.

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With the basics in place, optimizing for your golf game is an easy putt.

Two to three hours before you game, eat a meal that has wholefood carbohydrates, proteins and healthy fats. Hydrate the body with water or herbal teas, giving yourself time to pee before you tee. Have a small snack about an hour before you head out to keep energy levels up and steady before you play.

Holes 1-6: Stabilize blood sugar levels if needs be with a small piece of fruit and a handful of nuts. Hydrate by sipping water at every hole.

Holes 7 – 12: Maintain energy and endurance with a snack of equal measures of carbohydrate and protein. This could be a protein ball or protein bar (low sugar), just enough to keep things stable and do not forget to keep on hydrating. A chocolate bar and fizzy drink mid-game could see you double bogey and crash spectacularly in the back nine, and there is not much fun in that.

Holes 13-18: At this stage of the game you need an energy boost to finish the game and maintain concentration for crucial shots. Time for fast-releasing carbohydrates like dried fruit, grapes, crackers or oranges.

Hydration with electrolytes and/or caffeine can help at this stage of the game as you dig deep for the last few holes.

Remember, when you reach the 19th hole, to eat well post-game implementing the four elements once again for recovery, replenishment and to rehydrate. All this with a good night’s sleep and you will be ready to go again the next day. Enjoy!

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Castlegregory Notes Castlegregory Community Council Newsletter (Spring Issue) is available from the Post Office, Spar and the Village Pharmacy free of charge, containing information of local interest Holiday homes to rent: CCC is happy to include any holiday home rentals on our website www.castlegregory.ie Let us know about your accommodation, location, contact details (phone, email & website if you have one) & any photos you would like included in your ad. Take a look at other ads on the site. If you have other suggestions of more effective ways to advertise we welcome these with thanks. The annual subscription for advertising on castlegregory.ie is just €50 & can be paid by cheque (payable to Castlegregory Community Council), cash or electronically (bank transfer/ direct debit or paypal. We can email you our bank details). Although the office is closed due to covid, our staff members are already receiving numerous diverted office calls & emails daily from people wanting to visit the area in the summer. All enquiries are being directed to the website.

We have no doubt requests for accommodation will increase during the following months as vaccinations & safety in travel roll out.

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Logainmneacha na Machairí: The traditional lesser-known place names of a locality are rooted in its topography and cultural history and reflect the close relationship between a community and its immediate environment.

The names of fields, rocks, inlets, bóthairíns, landing places, humps, hollows and so on contribute immensely to the rich tapestry of times past. Through a study of their etymology, some of the layers of our history can be partially unveiled. ‘Urlann’, ‘Páirc an Ráithín’ and ‘Cathair na Faithche’ reflect the presence of pre-Christian forts while ‘The Bán’ and ‘Gort na Sciath’ depict past agricultural land use. Calaithe an Bháid, Calaithe an Ghrin, Calaithe Léin and the Cé, all landing places, indicate the importance of the sea for fishing and as a means of transport for the inhabitants of Oileán tSeanaigh.

Many place names would not have been preserved had they not been Dinner handed down through the years. We therefore must acknowledge the contribution of past generations in preserving this important aspect of our heritage. We would also like to thank all those who contributed to this collection: Compiled by Martin Lynch and Eoghan Ó Loingsigh for Maharees Conservation Association. This excellent production is a delight to read.

Very well written and illustrated to the highest standards this will bring Hairdresser back long lost memories of place names steeped in history and create a sense of pride to all who wish to have a connection to The Maharees.

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Pic: Jens Bachem, Chair; Cliodhna Foley, Vice Chair and Declan Falvey, Treasurer.

A number of Kerry businesses and individuals have come together to help fund an ambitious marketing and promotional plan that aims to boost tourism and economic development in the Reeks District over the next three years.

Funds raised by the 20-plus member group alongside the subscriptions of the tourism organisation’s members will lead to an investment of €500,000 by the end of 2024 to help fund activities that promote the region on both the domestic and international markets and sustainably increase visitor numbers to the Reeks District. Marketing of ‘shoulder season’ visits will be one particular focus of the campaigns.

Tourism is seen as a valuable area of growth for the Reeks District, which spans from Inch Beach to Glenbeigh and includes Ireland’s highest mountain Carrauntoohil. Like many other regions, it has suffered due to the effects of the Covid-19 crisis, and the cash injection is set to help build on the pre-pandemic success of the region following its 2018 re-brand from Mid Kerry.

Those looking for more information on how they can support the Reeks District should visit https://reeksdistrict.com/about/

Kerry Education and Training Board is the lead partner on Kerry Local Creative Youth Partnership (Kerry LCYP), a project promoting access to creative opportunities for children and young people in their communities.

Y KERR A Local Creative Youth Partnership

Kerry LCYP wishes to announce the following grant opportunities in 2021:

1. Youth Theatre Grant Scheme (Application Closing Date: Monday 3rd May) 2. Creative Youth Grant Scheme (Application Closing Date: Friday 7th May) Application to the Grant Schemes are open to: Local creative or cultural organisations; Public sector bodies; Not-for-profit companies or charities; Private sector providers of creative services and projects including artists, designers, makers and STEM professionals; Community based organisations, including Family Resource Centre’s; Youth Groups and Youth Service Providers who wish to develop creativity in their community.

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Further information please email mairin@colaisteide.com or contact the manager on 066 9151211

PURC Kerry Education and Training Board is seeking applications for funding under the two funding strands and welcomes applications for youth led projects that support child and youth creativity in Kerry. Projects must be realised in 2021.

Application forms can be downloaded from www.kerryetb.ie/creativity-grants. Application by email only to denright@kerryetb.ie. Only official application forms will be accepted.

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Farming News Louis Murchan GARDA SIOCHANA AWARDS First things first, congratulations to Day and Molly of Fifth Year PCD on their Garda Siochana Award for the “Tremendous Work” they have done on behalf of CARA Projects in Ngong, Kenya. In fact, congratulations to all those who raised funds and travelled out there to help the young girls and assist in development of the farm projects that part-finance the school and care facility where these young girls live.

Congratulations to the Amy’s and the Sean’s and Leah’s and Martin's and Tom’s and Bobby’s and Louis’s and Hannah’s and all the rest who each raised €2,000 every time they went out. Of course, it was an adventure, but only after a horrendous 18 hour flight or two, or even three. Then landing in 40ºC, in 90% humidity. Some of them went out more than once, and the huge commitment they made to raise vast sums of money is commendable.

This tradition of fund-raising for CARA and travelling out to help with the work of the orphanage has gone on for ten is a testament to the young people of the community.

TARGETED AGRICULTURAL MODERNISATION SCHEME UPDATE It was recently confirmed that flexibilities for the Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) in response to COVID-19 issues. These flexibilities are being introduced to make it easier for farmers and their agents to continue to participate in this important scheme where difficulties arise from the current public health restrictions in place.

The flexibilities included are: • flexibility on TAMS completion deadlines – all participants with TAMS II approvals or COVID-19 extensions expiring between 1 April and 30 June 2021 can apply to the local office for an additional three-month extension.

New Health and Safety measures were also announced of Farm Safety Code of Practice and a farm safety COP training certificate must be submitted as part of a TAMS II claim. This was suspended during Covid-19. However, the following measures are being introduced to facilitate recommencement and submission of farm safety COP training certificates as part of the TAMS II claims.

• submit a farm safety COP training certificate as part of the TAMS II payment claim will be mandatory from 26th April 2021.

• Applicants who do not hold a valid training certificate, will have to attend an online farm safety COP training course.

• All farm safety training courses completed after February 28th 2021 must be completed on-line.

• Course providers have completed a refresher course and are ready to deliver the course on-line.

• A review of procedures will be completed in June 2021, taking into consideration the public health restriction.

A GUIDE TO TACKLING RUSHES ON YOUR FARM In 2020, MCPA, commonly used to control rushes, was responsible for 46 out of 91 detected pesticide breeches. MCPA is water-soluble; it does not bind to soil particles and, therefore, more prone to leaching and run-off to nearby waterbodies.

Add to this, the fact that rushes thrive in poorly drained areas with a water table near the surface. You can see why run-off can potentially occur.

Remember a single drop of pesticide lost to a water body such as a typical small stream (1 meter wide, 0.3 meters deep), for example, can be enough to breach the legal limit for pesticides along 30km of its length. It is not necessary or sustainable to constantly apply sprays, and they should not be looked on as the primary method to control weeds. Furthermore, the presence of rushes in a field do not make the field ineligible for payment once it is being grazed.

Some non-chemical methods of control: • Firstly, good grazing management and appropriate stocking rates; • Taking a soil test and applying nutrients required.

• Appropriate drainage if required; • Lastly, the use of a topper/mower for weed control.

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check the weather forecast – there should be no heavy rain forecast for 48 hours Ground conditions should be good and dry with no standing water in the field. Ensure rates of application are not exceeded and that you use the correct method of application (e.g. only boom sprayer for MCPA)..

Make sure there are calm conditions if applying a product using a boom sprayer, observe a buffer zone of 5m for MCPA. Finally, ensure you triple rinse empty containers before being disposed of properly and never fill your sprayer from a watercourse.

MINERAL DEFICIENCIES CAN CAUSE PROBLEMS ON LIVESTOCK FARMS Mineral deficiencies can be an issue on a significant number of beef and sheep farms at this time of the year. Farmers should consider mineral supplementation at grass, as mineral deficiency is a widespread problem in soils. Selenium and iodine deficiency are a particular concern for suckler cow fertility. However, it is important to note that while mineral deficiency can affect fertility, if overall nutritional needs aren’t met, fertility will still be compromised. Ideally, get a pooled blood sample from a group of untreated animals analysed to identify a deficiency. If a deficiency is identified, minerals can be supplemented using a range of methods. The bolus is often the preferred option for cattle at grass due to the low labour requirement.

Grass tetany:- (Hypomagnesaemia) can be a higher risk in early spring. This is because rapidly growing quality grass, with a high passage rate through the rumen, can lead to magnesium deficiency. Lactating cows and ewes are most at risk due to their higher demand. Periods of wet weather can exacerbate the problem. High levels of potassium in grass can also increase the risk as it can interfere with magnesium absorption. Magnesium cannot be stored by the body; therefore a daily intake is essential. High magnesium lick buckets are the common choice for grass tetany prevention.

Grassland management: - In early spring opening covers of 2,000 to 3,000kg of dry matter per hectare (DM/ha) are acceptable. Later in the season, when grass growth is at its peak, follow the rule of threes: aim to graze at the three-leaf stage; graze for three days; and graze again in three weeks. This means seven paddocks will be required. When the grass plant is grazed, it will typically grow a new leaf each week. This varies depending on growth conditions, taking longer in the shoulders of the season. After the third leaf grows, the first will die. For this reason, grazing at the appropriate time means minimal dead material in the sward, resulting in higher sward quality.

It will also serve to increase total utilisable annual dry matter yield. Fields should be closed off for silage over the next fortnight. Aim to have silage ground that is being closed by mid-April at the latest. Late closing will push the harvest date further into June, at a time when grass will naturally tend to go to seed, rapidly decreasing D-value and overall quality.

TEAGASC DIRECTOR GERRY BOYLE GETS SET TO RETIRE This may not be news to most, but for those growing up in the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s will remember the days of the County Committees of Agriculture, and ACOT, and remember also the place in society held by the Farm advisor working for these institutes, in the community. This all changed under the directorship of Teagasc Director Professor Gerry Boyle will retire in September. Boyle has led the organisation since 2007, with his initial seven-year contract extended twice. During Professor Boyle’s term, Teagasc has experienced many profound changes, from wage cuts and the moratorium on recruitment in the wake of the 2009 recession, to the current pandemic. In the previous decades, these advisors were two-a-penny, but well-regarded professionals within the community. With over 100 advisors let go, after the adoption of the McCarthy Report Recommendations, they are now like the curlew, the cuckoo or the corncrake. Rarely seen! As Director Boyle received many personal accolades, his organisation received few. Both membership and patronship of the organisation has fallen dramatically from the halcyon days of the 80’s. It now hints of the old 1970’s movie, “Where have all the people gone?” It was his actions however that created a change. Since the release of these 100 + advisors in the past decade, these people have established themselves in the community, and do not have to stand on ceremony and count the hours they work. They just work, and the farmer’s benefit. For that, we thank you, Prof Boyle.

NEARLY ONE-THIRD OF ALL OAK SPECIES THREATENED WITH EXTINCTION Ireland was once covered in oak. It was the dominant tree species, and covered vast tracts of the country from Malin to Mizen, and west from the Plains of Co Meath to the Western fringes of the Atlantic, in Connemara. That is until we became either foolish or greedy and sold off woodlands to the English so that they could build ships in defence of the Spanish Armada. If only we could turn back time. We might all now be speaking Spanish now.

Nearly one-third of all oak species (31%) are considered threatened with extinction, according to a new report. Of all 430 species of oaks, the highest number of species under threat are found in China, Mexico, Vietnam, and the United States, respectively. Globally, agriculture poses the biggest threat to oaks. Urban development, climate change, invasive species, plant diseases, and human disturbance have also strained oaks globally. And in Latin America, which has the highest number of endemic oak species, the use of oak for charcoal is a threat. Many of the threats to oaks must be tackled with “transformative systemic change,” but individual actions such as monitoring the oaks in your area, donating to local conservation NGOs, spreading awareness, and switching to more efficient fuels and stoves that do not rely on charcoal could relieve some of the pressures on threatened species.

The priest class of the ancient European Celtic societies drew their name, the Druids, from the word for oak, revered as “the tree of life.” The Greek god Zeus and the Norse god Thor are both associated with the mighty oak.

And today, under the oak-lined avenues of New Orleans, groups of Mardi Gras revellers dedicate their debauchery to the gnarled, wooded giants.

But oak trees, deeply rooted in mythos and prized for their strength, are now in peril.

Nearly one-third of all oak species (31%) are considered threatened with extinction, according to a new report, The Red List of Oaks 2020, compiled

by The Morton Arboretum and the IUCN’s Global Tree Specialist Group.

The report, which details the most current conservation status of all 430 species of oaks, is the result of five years of research by more than a hundred researchers around the globe. They are found in nearly every ecosystem on Earth: from deserts to coastal shores and lowlands, from high mountain tops to river valleys, cloud forests, alluvial plains, prairie grasslands, and tropical jungles, and yet, in spite of their extraordinary evolutionary and ecological success that spans fifty-six million years, today many of them have dubious futures. It takes 100 years for an Oak tree to mature. Care for them and mind the environment.

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BIRTHDAY 25th Anniversary wishes to the management and staff at Mara Beo who are looking forward to welcoming the public into their wonderful premises very soon.

RURAL FUTURE PLAN. The broad outline of the Governments Rural Development Policy 2021 was launched recently. It shows signs of hope that more people will be encouraged and facilitated to work from home and help regenerate rural areas like the Dingle Peninsula among others where the population continues to decline due to lack of work opportunities.

STUDENTS SUCCESS. Pobal Scoil Corca Dhuibhne student James Greaney recently received the All Ireland Business Foundation Rising Star in Sustainable Products Award. This award was in recognition for the successful research undertaken by James and his colleagues on how hemp can be grown in this locality for use in sustainable products. Definitely a great idea and we look forward to the continued progress and success of this venture which also has far reaching benefits for the environment.

RACING. Perhaps Rachel Blackmore was the headline success story of the week but our own Jack Kennedy completed the 2021 Aintree Grand National in a very creditable 5th position only a few strides behind the history making winner.

Certainly one of the most gruelling horse races of the year to complete the National is a major feat so once again well done Jack and continued success in the saddle.

The Dingle Races Committee are still very hopeful of organising this years programme but await developments at National Level before making a final decision.

BUSINESS. Despite the unexpected setback of the lockdown in 2020 most business outlets are getting ready to open their doors again with the lifting of the restrictions being announced on a phased basis. It does look like full opening for all will not happen until well into June and the Business Chamber are to meet with the County Council Area Engineers before month end to plan the outdoor dining opportunities being offered to other towns.

And its great to see a few new business outlets opening the doors as well in these strange times. Seed and Soul in Holyground opposite Supervalue opened in early 2020 and succeeded in keeping going with a niche food market right through the lean winter months a well.

Less than a month old is the Juice for Thought outlet opposite Strand House in Strand Street again offering a different menu in the food market for which Dingle is now world renowned.

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BEREAVEMENTS. Two members of the religious order who have made an enormous contribution to the educational, social, cultural, sporting and religious life of so many people here in Corca Dhuibhne passed to their eternal reward recently.

Sister de Sales Horgan was the last member of her order to live in the Convent in Dingle and has left a lasting legacy of a wonderful human being so interested and involved in all aspects of life who had a smile and good word for young and old alike.

I am sure she will have some influence from her place in Heaven on the return of Sam to the Kingdom sometime soon!!. The large turnout in Guards of Honour along the streets of Dingle as her funeral passed was a worthy testiment to a really outstanding lady. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a Anam Dílis.

Fr Tomás Ó Hicéadha retired Parish Priest of Baile an Fheirtéaraigh was another wonderful man to get involved in community affairs and

contributed so much to the promotion and development of the arts and related facilities here in West Kerry. Ni doigh liom go mbeidh a leithead arís ann.

5 YEAR DEVELOPMENT PLAN. Dingle GAA received over 150 responses to its recent survey before getting to work on their proposed 5 Year Development Plan. It appears that improved facilities and a new community centered clubhouse were the main items most recommended by the public response and these will feature prominently in the plan.

Dingle Town certainly needs a decent multi purpose Community Centre and perhaps with the co-operation of all the other interested groups in the immediate area the GAA may be the most likely organisation to spearhead the effort to bring the idea to a successful conclusion. it appears from the survey results that the public are behind the idea so lets not let this much needed facility opportunity pass without a big effort!!!. Yes folks the seeds are sown so help them grow by giving it more thought on where how and by whom. Almost every Parish in Kerry now has such facilities so no reason why we cannot have our own facility too.

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YOUR MONEY MATTERS FINANCIAL ADVICE COLUMN Q&A

Cost Saving Energy Tips at home Your Credit Rating and why it is important to you

What rights do I have with regard to information held about me?

You have the right to know what information is held about you, in any format. You have the right to dispute inaccurate information on your credit file, and to have errors corrected. But you cannot get information removed if it is a true reflection of your repayment history.

Q: I’ve been hearing a lot of talk about saving energy in the home and I’d be interested in some tips on how I can do this and save money at the same time. What would you advise?

You can check your own credit rating:

A: You can reduce your energy consumption and save money on your energy bills at the same time.

Firstly, you should shop around. Switching your gas and electricity providers only takes a matter of minutes and the average consumer can save around €300 by switching from standard tariffs to the cheapest on the market. For accredited price comparison websites go to www.bonkers.ie or www.switcher.ie.

Secondly, you should try to reduce your usage. Remember to switch off all appliances when not in use, whether it’s the microwave or the TV, and make sure to switch them off fully and not just leave them on standby. This could save up to 20% of your appliances’ energy use, or between €50 and €100 a year on an average household electricity bill.

You can request your own credit rating and if you are applying for a mortgage or any type of loan, it is a good idea to check your own credit report before you apply. You can apply online to the CCR or by email or post by filling in their application form from their website. You will need proof of identity with you name, address and PPS number. You can also check out what a sample credit report looks like on the CCR website.

Similarly, you can apply online for your credit record from the ICB, or you can download their application form and email or post it to them.

Comhar Chreidmheasa Chorca Dhuibhne What is meant by my Credit Rating?

Your Credit Rating is important when you are applying for a wide range Insulation: This takes up a hugeloans, proportion of ourcards, energy bank bills so overdrafts, conserving heat local will ofHeating credit& including mortgages, credit save you money. Aim for 20°C in your living areas and 15Ǧ18°C in hallways and bedrooms. You can reduce authority loans and hire purchase agreements including PCPs. Your credit your heating bill by 10% by turning down the heat by one degree. By insulating your attic you can cut your rating shows in paying back any loans have energy bill by 20%.your Install record a lagging jacket and you can save up to €2.50 per that week inyou heating watertaken costs.

Have boiler serviced once ashow year to ensure it is operating out inyour the past.

It will lenders if youefficiently. have failed to pay back any of Doorsdebts & Windows: Seal off your windows and doors to prevent heat for loss due draughts.Before Close your in full.

It will also show if you applied anytoloans. doors to rooms that are not used often and keep your curtains closed at night, even in empty rooms. giving out a loan, most lenders check your credit rating.

Kitchen: This is the room in the house where we consume the most energy but there are lots of ways

to cut Credit back. You should only put as much water as you need in the kettle, so if you’re only making a cup of Your History: tea, don’t fill the kettle to the top. Electric ovens are expensive to run, so where possible keep the oven door

closed during cooking. Use a toaster instead of a grill to make toast at a fifth of the cost. When buying new When you apply for a loan, the lender will check your credit history and appliances choose the most efficient model you can afford. see your track record in repaying loans. Your credit history includes Bathroom: It costs the same amount of money to heat the water for one bath as it does for 5 showers, details suchand astake the amount of the loan, the outstanding amount and any so save money showers! missed payments.

This information is same listed a credit report.

Anyone Do yourself a favour and save money and energy at the time!in These are just the main examples of money saving tips but therewith are others, such assuch replacing light bulbs with low energy bulbs, whichcard use who provides you credit, asyour banks, credit unions, credit about 5 times less electricity than a normal bulb, and you could also consider getting a night saver metre companies etc., can request a credit report on you to check your track and installing an electricity monitor to find out which gadgets are using the most electricity. record in repaying loans. Lenders can only ask to see a credit report if The SEAI has introduced grants that can help you make your home warmer and cheaper to run. Some you apply for credit from them. upgrades are free of charge for eligible households. Grants are also available and are not means tested. More information is available on their website at www.seai/grants.ie. If you meet their criteria and obtain grant

Credit approval Rating you can alsoAgency apply for a Green Loan from Comhar Chreidmheasa Chorca Dhuibhne as a bridging loan to cover your costs until the grant is paid or to cover costs not covered by the grant. Terms &

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Irish Credit Bureau (ICB) to check your credit Conditions apply. Bí linn history.

ICB builds your credit history using information it gets about ComharThe Chreidmheasa Chorca Dhuibhne Teoranta eolas@cccdteo.ie your agreements frombyyour lenders.

Your ICB “score” is Comharvarious Chreidmheasaloan Chorca Dhuibhne Teoranta iswww.cccdteo.com regulated the Central Bank of Ireland calculated based on your credit history and may take into account any late repayments you made, the number of accounts you hold and the number of applications for credit you have made in the past 12 months.

A high score does not guarantee that you will be given loan as this will depend on other details also, such as your ability to repay, and this decision is made by your lender. A bad credit rating may mean that you will be refused a loan, even if you have the income to repay it. The only way to improve your credit score is to improve your repayment record.

Can you find out who has looked at your credit report?

No-one other than a lender you have applied to for credit can see your credit report. Each time a lender has viewed your information this will appear on your report along with the reason they have viewed it. This means you will know who has looked at your report and when. If you believe the information on your report in incorrect you have the right to have it rectified, if there is a genuine mistake on your record. You can only have bad credit details removed from your credit report if the details are incorrect. Credit providers cannot see if you have been turned down for a loan but they can see the lenders you applied to.

You can improve your own credit rating with proper debt level management. If you have missed repayments in the past, the best way to improve your rating is to pay any existing credit back in time and in full and only borrow what you can afford to repay.

Comhar Chreidmheasa Chorca Dhuibhne Teo. is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland

The Central Bank of Ireland is in charge of operating the Central Credit Register (CCR). Lenders have to inform the CCR of loans issued and every month the CCR collect and store personal and credit information from lenders about existing and new loans. When you sign up for a mortgage, personal loan, credit card, overdraft or hire purchase / PCP type loan, you should be aware that your lender will send information about your repayments to the CCR and to the ICB.

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Plean Teanga Chiarraí Thiar - Eolas & Nuacht West Kerry Language Plan - Info & News An raibh fhios agat.. / Did you know?

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Beidh an Ghaelainn ina teanga oibre iomlán san Aontas Eorpach an bhliain seo chugainn agus beidh go leor deiseanna fostaíochta ann do dhaoine le Gaelainn - profleitheoirí, aistritheoirí, ateangairí, dlí-theangeolaithe agus eile!

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Irish will be a full working language of the European Union next year and there will be plenty of employment opportunities for people with Irish - proofreaders, translators, interpreters, lawyer-linguists and more!

Taighde agus suirbhé / Survey on the Plean Teanga Anois agus dhá bhliain caite ar fheidhmniú Phlean Teanga Chiarraí Thiar, ba bhreá linn ionchur a fháilt uait: conas mar atá sé ag dul? An bhfuil aon mholtaí feabhais agat don bPleanáil Teanga i gCorca Dhuibhne? An dtugann tú aon suntas d'aon rud atá feabhsaithe nó athraithe ó thosnaíodh ar fheidhmniú an Phlean?

Now that there's been two years since the West Kerry Language Plan has began to be implemented, we'd love to get your input: how is it going? Have you any recommendations? Have you noticed any changes since the beginning of the Plan!

Seolfar Survey Monkey ar líne go hana-luath agus beidh deis agat do thuairim a nochtadh. Ba bhreá linn cloisint uait! Beidh deis tuairim a roinnt gan d'ainm a thabhairt, agus fós a bheith istigh ar dhuais a bhuachaint.

We'll be launching a Survey Monkey online soon and you'll have the opportunity to express your opinion. We'd love to hear from you! It will be an anoynmous suvey, but with a chance to win a prize at the end.

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Tóraíocht taisce Tá Tobar Dhuibhne agus Tuismitheoirí na Gaeltachta sásta le rá go mbeidh tóraíocht taisce siúlóide ar pharóistí timpeall Chorca Dhuibhne go luath!

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Abair Os Ard É Comhghairdeachas mór le gach éinne a chuir dánta isteach sa leabhar filíochta nua "Abair Os Ard É", fé stiúr Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne agus Dairéna Ní Chinnéide. Saothar aoibhinn is ea é, agus tréaslaímid le gach éinne atá sa leabhar. Iad siúd ná: Áine Ní Éalaí; Beirní Ní Chuinn; John Prendergast; Lúsia Uí Bheaglaoi; Peadar Ó hUallaigh; Marie Ní Shúilleabháin; Sláine Ní Chathalláin; Áine Uí Dhubhshláine; Gráinne Ní Aodhgáin; Aoife Ní Shéaghdha; Orla Ní Shítigh; agus Máire Ruiséal. Beidh fáil ar an leabhar i siopaí timpeall na dúthaí.

An Ghaeltacht fe Bhláth Beidh Darach Ó Murchú ag caint ar Chrainn Dhúchasacha mar chuid den nGaeltacht Fé Bhláth ar an 4ú Bealtaine ag a 19:30. Is féidir an nasc seo a úsáid le clárú: www.tinyurl.com/gairdin. Beidh na taifid ar fáil ar YouTube "Seo Í An Ghaeltacht" tar éis na cainte chomh maith.

Darach Ó Murchú will be giving a talk on Zoom on Native Trees on the 4th of May. There's still time to sign up for the series of talks "An Ghaeltacht Fé Bhláth"! Use the above tinyurl to register.

Tomhais na coicíse Nílim beo, ach bím ag éirí níos mó. Níl scamhóga agam, ach teastaíonn aer uaim. Níl béal agam, ach mairíonn uisce mé. Cad is ea mé?

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TFI Local Link Kerry are delighted to announce the introduction of new and expanded services Co. Kerry.

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TFI LOCAL LINK KERRY TO EXPAND BUS SERVICES INTO DINGLE DAINGEAN UÍ CHÚIS & SURROUNDING AREAS TFI Local Link Kerry has announced the expansion of its services to Dingle / Daingean Uí Chúis from the surrounding areas along the peninsula.

country and in these challenging times, continues to show great resilience and versatility in the service it provides to the community.

Launching on Monday 19th April, the increase in service will see two TFI Local Link Kerry buses operating the high roads and by roads, taking in the spectacular scenery that the peninsula has to offer while connecting passengers with Dingle Daingean Uí Chúis and onwards to Tralee.

The services will also provide better links between towns and villages in Kerry and provide a service that is better integrated with other national services.”

The expanded service will be a combination of Demand Responsive Transport services (DRT), which are Door to Door where possible, while also offering a suite of Rural Regular Services (RRS) which will operate on a point-to-point basis with a dedicated timetable and stops.

• Route 277 Dingle Daingean Uí Chúis – Fionntrá – Baile an Fheirtéaraigh – Dún Chaoin (Monday to Sunday) This timetable is primarily a RRS service but has DRT collections at certain times each day.

The 2 bus services listed below will operate on a DRT (Door to Door) type model.

• R73 - Dingle Daingean Uí Chúis - Gallarus - Mhuirioch - An Fheothanach – Baile na nGall (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday) • R74 - Dingle Daingean Uí Chúis – Lispole - Annascaul (Monday & Wednesday) The need for the expansion of TFI Local Link services along the Dingle Peninsula was voiced to TFI Local Link through consultation with our own passengers & stakeholders. We also wish to acknowledge the inputs from the general travelling public, The Dingle Hub, North East & West Kerry Development and their local area action committees, Dingle Tourism Alliance, Kerry County Council and elected Public Representatives.

Alan O’ Connell, TFI Local Link Kerry General Manager outlined “working with the Rural Transport Team at the National Transport Authority, TFI Local Link Kerry was focused on providing regular connections to and from Dingle Daingean Uí Chúis that would benefit local residents and tourists alike.”

How can TFI Local Link Kerry help you?

TFI Local Link Kerry are here to get you there, perhaps you are living on one of our existing routes, or we may have services that can be diverted to your door? Contact the office on 066 7147002 or email bookings@ locallinkkerry.ie with your transport needs.

Thank you for your patience with our restricted capacity for essential travel only. Booking is required on our services.

To see timetables visit our website www.locallinkkerry.ie or social media – Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. You can also ring us in the office and we will post you out a copy.

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“By providing a regular and reliable public transport service along the peninsula, these bus services will offer greater access for people to go about their daily lives, to access essential services, or to visit the many beautiful villages, locations and attractions the peninsula is renowned for.”

Alan also wished to outline that “buses are timed to connect with the Bus Eireann 275 bus that operates between Dingle Daingean Uí Chúis and Tralee allowing people to use public transport to go from Tralee to Dún Chaoin, Baile an Fheirtéaraigh or Fionn Trá and back again on the same day. This alone represents a major expansion of transport.”

“We have prioritised some legs of the bus routes to operate the demand responsive model and therefore we are asking intending passengers who may not live along the main route or close to the bus stops to make contact and register for this option with us.”

Hilary Scanlan, Chairperson of TFI Local Link Kerry said: “On behalf of TFI Local Link Kerry, I would like to thank all those agencies, organisations and groups who participated in the consultation and made sure that the needs of the area were identified. This work has resulted in the expansion of bus services which can only be positive for the communities and visitors of West Kerry.

I also wish to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of the staff, bus drivers and operators in Kerry, as they continue to support people and communities to stay connected, particularly during these most challenging of times. I also wish to remind people that the fares are very attractive at between €2 single and €5 return and that the Free Travel Pass are accepted on all services.”

Anne Graham, CEO of the National Transport Authority welcomed the announcement: “The expansion of TFI Local Link services along the Dingle Peninsula will provide increased access to local amenities and will make a real difference to those living in the surrounding isolated or rural areas.

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Fáiltíonn Féile na Bealtaine an Samhradh isteach!

Féile Na Bealtaine is being turned inside out in 2021. Over the May bank holiday we will have a series of events that don’t require people to gather.

Props from the street parade will be found in unusual places; a beautiful community bunting project -ar scáth a chéile- will decorate our peninsula; art exhibitions will light up shop windows and outdoor spaces; Hilltop fires will signal the onset of summer; Church bells will fill the silence; Poetry will ring out!

There has been alot of talk of an abundance of caution. Féile plans cautious abundance!

At a later date when 15 or more are allowed to gather, Féile Na Bealtaine will host a series of outdoor, multidisciplinary events in beautiful places all over the peninsula. These multidisciplinary events will feature music, song, dance, literature, poetry, stories, geology, archaeology, art......

Dorchadas na bliana imithe tharainn. www.feilenabealtaine.ie

What’s Happening in the Hub? Deirdre de Bhailís Hope you are all well and getting out into Spring sun, between the showers. Great to see the daffodils up and spring springing.

We’re delighted to share so many positive stories in our update this week.

We’re having great chats on our InstaLive series, ‘Dingle Adapts’; Thanks a million to our most recent guests Justin from Bean in Dingle, Sophie from Dúil sa Dúlra and Mícheál from The Fish Box - for taking time to have a lovely chat to us. We're running this series to spotlight local, sustainable businesses based on the Dingle Peninsula. We're really interested to get insights into how these businesses started and evolved, how working with local suppliers has positively impacted their business and how they incorporate sustainability into their business and dayto-day work. We would love to encourage future partnerships and successful collaborations between businesses on the Dingle Peninsula and beyond. Follow us on socials to get info on upcoming guests. We’ll have chats every Wednesday at 7pm, it’d be great to see you there. You can watch the chats back on our IGTV and Facebook pages.

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Dúlra agus Mícheál ó The Fish Box. Tá an tsraith seo á chur ar siúl againn chun caint le gnónna dhuibhneach, buanaithe. Tá suim faoi leith againn léargas a fháil faoi conas a thosnaigh na gnónna seo agus conas a d’fhorbair siad. Ba bhreá linn comhoibriú agus comhpháirtíocht a spreagadh idir gnónna i gCorca Dhuibhne. Is féidir Dingle Hub a leanúint ar na meáin shóisialta chun a bheith ar an eolas faoin gcéad aoichaointeoir eile sa sraith seo agus faoi imeachtaí eile. Beidh IG beoshruthaithe againn gach Céadaoin ag a 7i.n. Is féidir féachaint siar ar na comhráite ar IGTV agus ar Facebook.

Have you recently started working from here? Are you considering a part-time or permanent move to the Dingle Peninsula?

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Camp Notes Brigid O'Connor EASTER Beautiful weather enjoyed over the weekend helped us all get through yet another Easter in Lockdown.

Easter ceremonies were streamed live on DioceseofKerry.ie and on Facebook from many churches of all denominations throughout the County as well as on TV and Radio National and Local. Thanks to all and to those who open and close our churches daily enabling people to enter and pray. Go raibh míle !

CAMP COMMUNITY COUNCIL Reminder During the lockdown the astro pitch in Camp is available for use by families that live within 5km of Camp sportsfield, there is no charge.

Strict conditions apply. No mixing of different households, no pets, use of hand sanitizer and bring own equipment.

Use by appointment only between the hours of 10AM & 5PM, 7 days a week. The allotted time slots are half an hour duration.

Camp Community Council wish to remind everyone that we are still in lockdown 5 until at least April 26th. Only individuals training or family pods are allowed. Please book the astro turf through Gearoid if you wish to avail of the facilities.

Text Gearoid to book a time 087 2164392. Please practice social distancing during change over

times with other users at all times.

We hope this initiative is a help to people during this time. Be safe everyone.

ANNUAL CLEAN UP Camp Community Council will dispence bags, pickers, glove and High Vis. at O Dwyers Mace on Saturday next, 17th April at 10.00 a.m. for annual cleanup of our highways and byways. Everyone is encouraged to become involved. Please practice social distancing.

OBITUARY Nora Rohan (nee O'Donnell), Carrigaha, Camp passed away peacefully on the 26th March at Our Lady of Fatima Home, Tralee. Predeceased by her beloved husband Pat, sons Patrick and John, sisters Mary Anne and Bridget Theresa (infant). Nora will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her daughters Mary and Catherine, sons James, Pascal and Mike, daughters-in-law Mary, Hilary, and Miriam, sonsin-law Tom and Rob, her fourteen grandchildren, sister Eileen and brother-in-law Flor, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. May Nora's gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Nora's son James in his lovely tribute to his mother at her funeral Mass on Monday, painted a beautiful picture of a wonderful mother; artistic, creative, a great cook and gardener and a woman who loved farming and tending to her animals. James said his mother was a woman of great inner strength which brought her through the hard times in her life and her caring nature, caring for her parents and other elders in the family. Nora is also remembered with great fondness by her many friends in ICA

in the local Castlegregory guild and in The Kerry County Federation.

Nora kept tourists too, many became like family keeping in touch all down through the years.

Nora's family would like to express their sincere gratitude to all the staff at Our Lady of Fatima Home who took such wonderful care of Nora during her time there.

Nora was laid to rest at Killiney Cemetary following requiem Mass celebrated by Fr. Mulvihille at St. Mary's Church, Castlegregory on Monday, 29th March. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

ANNASCAUL GAA Many thanks to everyone who supported and participated in the Annascaul 5 in 5 walk over the weekend. All funds raised will go towards the renovation and extension of our dressing rooms.

ABHA NA SCÁIL ABÚ Our Club Lotto is has resumed ! The jackpot for this week's draw will be €8000. Tickets can be purchased in local shops and Annascaul Post Office.

Green shoots in Camp ! Great news for the village, Ashe's Coffee Bar open now and Tommy Dowling's Glamping Accommodation all ready to go when the time comes to welcome back the tourists and the locals O Dwyer's Mace is open all year round providing a full delicious Deli Food Service and Coffee/Tea. All food is freshly prepared. You'll be spoiled for choice ! All services are in compliance with Level 5 HSE restrictions.

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Bhíodh planndaí éigin eile ag fás sa talamh ar a dtugtaí "Rosarí" nó luibh an ime. Bailighdís iad so, agus chuiridís ag beiriughadh iad, agus cuiridís an t-uisge a bhíodh ortha i mbuidéalaibh agus gach aon cuigean a dheinidís chuiridís braon de'n uisge seo ar an uachtar agus gráinne salainn agus braon uisge coisreacan agus chreididís go dtugadh san breis ime dóibh.

Ba bhéas leo leis, aon tig a bhíodh ag déanamh cuigne Lá Bealtaine an tlú do chur an teine an fhaid a bídís ag déanamh na cuigne ar eagla go ngoidfí an t-im uatha.

Maidin Lae Bealtaine do cuiridís teine i dteorainn a gcuid talmhan chum go gcuirfeadh Dia an rath (ar)a gcuid ainmidhthe agus ar a gcuid barraí ar feadh na bliana sin.

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Bó á tabhairt isteach sa Bhlascaod i naomhóg.

Ábhar ó Bhailiúchán na Scol agus ón mBailiúchán Grianghraf á fhoilsiú le caoinchead: Cnuasach Bhéaloideas Éireann www.duchas.ie Abair Os Ard É Seoladh an cnuasach filíochta ‘Abair Os ard É’ ar Leathanach Facebook Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne agus Tobar Dhuibhne ar an nDomhnach 11 Aibreán. ag a 8.00in. Tá an leabhar ar fáil ag www.oidhreacht. ie, sa Chaifé Liteartha agus sa Lárionad Oideachais sa Daingean, i Siopa an Bhuailtín agus in Oifig an Phoist Cheann Trá. Comhghairdeas leis na filí go léir! Buíochas do Dhairena Ní Chinnéide a stiúraigh na ceardlanna, do Chaitríona Ní Chathail a dhein an eagarthóireacht, do Jeaic Pender Ó Cinnéide a bhí i mbun ealaíne, do Ghraftrónaic don dearadh agus don gclóchur, do Ealaín na Gaeltachta as an maoiniú agus do Threasa Ní Mhainín a chomhordaigh an togra.

Cúrsaí Gaeilge do Dhaoine Fásta 1. Cúrsa Gaeilge ar líne / Irish Language Class on line 4ú - 8ú Bealtaine /May 2021; 10.00 – 12.00 GMT Iar-Thosnaitheoirí / Post-Beginners

Fearaibh an Bhlascaoid agus naomhóg á tabhairt i dtír acu.

Dáta : 1935 Ionad: An Blascaod Mór Grianghrafadóir: Albert Eskerod Scéal Béaloidis: Nósa na Bealtaine fadó.

Fadó ní leigfí d'aoinne a bheith amuigh déanach Oidhche Bhealtaine ar eagla go sciobfaí iad mar chreididís i bpúcaí an t-am úd. Lá Bealtaine i gcómhnaidhe do chaitheadh na daoine uisge coisreacan ar na ba , mar sin é an uair a thosnuighidís ag bailiughadh an bhainne agus chaithidís an t-uisge coisreacan ortha d'fhonn is go mbeadh bainne maith ag na ba agus go mbeadh torthadh maith ar an mbainne. Oidhche Bhealtaine chuiridís fíor-uisge i dtig an bhainne ar eagla go ngoidfaí an t-ím agus an bainne uatha.

Ní mór 10 rannpháirtí a bheith sa rang / A minimum of 10 participants required 2. Cúrsa Gaeilge ar líne / Irish Language Class on line 1ú - 5ú Meitheamh / June 2021; 10.00 – 12.00 GMT Meánleibhéal Íseal / Lower Intermediate Ní mór 10 rannpháirtí a bheith sa rang / A minimum of ten participants required.

Tá na cúrsaí seo maoinithe ag Bord Oideachais agus Oiliúna Chiarraí Tuilleadh Eolais/Further Information & Registration: www.fetch.courses.ie nó Ríomhphost / Email eolas@cfcd.ie; 066 9156100 Comharchumann Forbartha Chorca Dhuibhne Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne

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Castlegregory GAA NO JACKPOT WINNER AT LOTTO: At our second outing back we had no winner of the Jackpot (5, 13, 22, 24) but plenty of prizes given out (€30 Dips – Cathy Barry, Coolroe, Stevie Hennessy, Duagh and Brendan O Connor, Illauncaum,) The Jackpot moves to €2,800 for the next draw on April 26th and Lotto can be played on line at CLUBFORCE and also at the IN-SHOP STANDS at Spar, Castlegregory or An Siópa, Cloghane. A big thanks to our ongoing Lotto Sponsor Maunsell’s Garage at College Street in Castlegregory ACADEMY HOME TRAINING: Two more video sessions have been sent out to all the academy members keeping them progressing with their skills training. Not long hopefully until we have these dazzling stars down on the grass at Páirc An Caisleáin. A big thanks to Coaching Office John O Connor, video star (and technician) Tadgh O Connor, and Academy Coaches John Flynn and Alan Lynch who have developed this initiative.

COMMUNITY SPONSORSHIP: Again the Club are thrilled to see businesses in the community

stepping up with support as we move towards getting back on the pitches. A big thanks to COMMUNITY SPONSORS - Safety Matters (Fermoyle), OL Construction (Maharees), CK Diner (Aughacasla), J O Sullivan Builder (Castlegregory), Safeway Environment (Brandon), Ferriter's Veg (Aughacasla) and Murphy's Bar (Brandon) ON LINE REGISTRATION: Senior, Minor and NonPlay Member registration is now open again for the 2021 year. Registration can be completed on-line at www.foireann.ie. All registration fees have been reduced this year in light of the current situation. Coiste and LGFA registrations will be open in the coming weeks as soon as we have dates and clarification on the Return To Play from GAA HQ. CLOTHES COLLECTION COMPLETED: Again a big thanks to all in the community who dropped of old and unwanted clothes for our Annual Collection. There was a great response, (a lot of cleared out wardrobes in Castlegregory and Cloghane), which in turn will generate much needed club funds.

UNDERAGE COACHES: As we move closer to non-contact group training for our underage squads we are delighted to welcome new coaching panels across all these age groups.

A real mix of experience, youth and passion blended into the new management teams.

U17(Minor): Ger O Donoghue, Jack Fitzgerald, Clement Crean, Paddy Connor U15: Thomas O Connor, Timothy Moriarty, Mike Crean U13: Patrick O Donnell, Conor Lyons, Gavin O Connor U11: William Goodwin, Ryan O Connor, Cliff Galvin, Ailish Flynn U9: Killian Burns, David O Connor CONTACT - For all news, fixtures, reports you can follow CASTLEGREGORY GAA through Facebook - Facebook.com/castlegregorygaa or for any further information contact the club at email secretary.castlegregory.kerry@gaa.ie

- The Club welcomes all new members and Volunteers and are grateful for the continued support from our community and beyond.

Tourism Talk and Thoughts from the Dingle Peninsula Caroline Boland Hope is in the air in greater measures now that we have passed the milestone which was April 12th. On the radio, in the newspapers, online and even the weather, is lifting spirits with positive messages and possibilities of slowly getting back to some sort of new normality though continuing safe social distancing, wearing our masks, safe coughing etiquette and regularly washing our hands. I think we will all accept these once we can reopen doors, meet our friends according to guidelines whilst keeping our communities safe.

Let’s also be mindful that our local businesses need to reopen and let’s look forward to the day when they can reopen their doors and we can support them in person once again.

So, what Level 5 restrictions have been eased or will be over the coming weeks?

From 12 April Schools In-school teaching to fully return Meeting other households You can meet 1 other household outside but not in your garden or theirs Travel You can travel within your county or within 20km of your home if crossing county boundaries Construction All residential construction can resume, as well as early-learning and childcare projects From 19 April GAA Training for and playing of National Governing Body sanctioned and organised adult inter-county National Gaelic Games Leagues not including under 20 or minor competitions Elite sport High performing athletes, as approved

by Sport Ireland, can resume From 26 April (subject to prevailing public health situation) Outdoor sport Outdoor sports facilities can reopen (for example: pitches, golf courses and tennis 28 Corca Dhuibhne Beo

courts, other facilities as appropriate) Outdoor attractions Outdoor visitor attractions can reopen (for example: zoos, open pet farms, heritage sites). Amusement parks are not permitted to open Underage sport Underage non-contact outdoor training in pods of 15 or fewer can resume Funerals Maximum attendance at funerals will increase to 25 Under consideration from 4 May (subject to prevailing public health situation) Full reopening of construction activity Phased return of non-essential retail commencing with click and collect and outdoor retail, for example: garden centres/nurseries Recommencement of personal services on a staggered basis

Quarantining: Many accommodation businesses are dealing with daily overseas enquiries about travelling to Ireland. With ever changing directives on designated countries for the purposes of mandatory hotel quarantine, it might be helpful to use this link to direct visitors to it for clarity - https://www.gov.ie/en/ publication/b4020-travelling-to-ireland-duringthe-covid-19-pandemic/ So, for now, with Level 5 restrictions being eased, please continue to follow Government Guidelines, minding our most vulnerable by supporting official Level 5 restrictions, reducing the pressure on our health care system and frontline workers.

If you have any tourism development or marketing queries you would like to discuss confidentially, please contact Caroline at info@bolandmarketing.com .

Reopening of museums, galleries and libraries Recommencement of religious services on a staggered basis Tourism & Hospitality updates: Bars, cafes and restaurants (including hotel restaurants and bars) - Take away food and delivery only.

Wet pubs - Closed.

Hotels and accommodation - Open only for essential non-social and non-tourist purposes.

The challenges that our local businesses have faced are unprecedented and we hope that clarity can come from Government ASAP to give some indicators to our local trade and their teams. Safety certainly comes first but survival is now imminent and we sincerely hope, with the help of everyone across Ireland, that numbers continue to decrease to allow for a clear reopening date for our tourism and hospitality industry

Have your tyres fitted at home or work, wherever suits you

Growth is growth, no matter how small.

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An bhfuil fhios agat conas do ghlasraí féin a fhás?

Tá Darach ar fáil chun seisúin sa gharraí a dhéanamh libh i gcomhar le Tús Maith

Catherine Devine, ar dheis, ó Chumann Caide Ban Chorca Dhuibhne ag glacadh le duais an chomórtais Filleadh ar Spórt a d'eagraigh Comhar Chreidmheasa Chorca Dhuibhne i gcomhpháirt le siopa Garvey's Sport & Leisure. Ar chlé tá Morgan Brophy, thar ceann Garvey's Sports.

Bí i dteagmháil le hOrlaith @ 066 9156100

To celebrate the return to outdoor sports for children in the coming weeks, Corca Dhuibhne Credit Union and Garvey's Sports & Leisure ran a social media competition recently. In the photo is the prize winner Catherine Devine from Cumann Caide Ban Chorca Dhuibhne and Morgan Brophy from Garvey's Sports.

Guímíd gach rath ar na leanaí a bheidh ag filleadh ar spórt faoin aer sna seachtainí atá romhainn!

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Cromane News Jane Casey FUNDRAISER: Unfortunately, the obvious pandemic circumstances have worked against us and we will not be able to host our Cow Splat fundraiser.

However, we plan to hold a draw for all of you who purchased Cow Splat tickets over the May Bank Holiday weekend. We will have cash prizes of €500, €200, and three €100 prizes. So we are giving away a total of €1,000 on the May Bank Holiday weekend.

Please note we are not selling any additional tickets — this draw is for those of you who purchased tickets for the original Cow Splat fundraiser.

As this draw differs from the original event, we are also offering those who have purchased tickets the chance to obtain a refund. To do so please contact, Cromane GAA Club chairperson JP McCarthy via email before Friday, April 30.

His email is: chairperson.cromane.kerry@gaa.ie Many thanks to all who originally purchased tickets for the Cow Splat fundraiser. We appreciate your generosity and this May Bank Holiday weekend draw is our way of saying thanks to you for supporting the club.

MINI MAROONS: Thankfully, our underage players can return to action from Monday, April 26, after the recent government announcement on easing certain COVID-related restrictions.

The good news is that our Mini Maroons for 3 to 6-year-olds returns to Cromane GAA pitch on Sunday, May 2, at 11.15am.

Our underage club coaches who need to be

Annascaul Notes Annascaul playground is a wonderful facility to have in the heart of our community. It's great to see all the children and parents enjoying themselves but unfortunately litter is starting to appear. This is very unsightly and we would request everybody to dispose of their rubbish properly. Please bring home all litter or dispose in a correct manner. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated Covid vaccination. Annascaul Health Centre is delighted to inform you that they have started their COVID 19 Vaccination programme and hope to roll out our clinics for the specified age groups as outlined below – however, they have been notified by the HSE that they may not receive sufficient supply of vaccines to carry out the first vaccination for the full list of patients in some of the age cohorts – they are prioritising the 2nd vaccines for the older age cohorts .They will do their very best for all their patients but will be limited to the supply they receive. We would ask that you keep an eye on their website where they will do their best to keep you as up to date on the supply issue as they can. You can check out www.https://annascaulhealthcentre. com/ for further details.

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garda-vetted should now be completing that process of e-vetting. Search online for ‘GAA vetting’ for more information.

The return-to-play health questionnaires will be necessary once again. More good news is that once you have registered as a club member you can populate this form using your club membership login online.

CLUB LOTTO: Our club lotto is on hold due to the current government restrictions around gathering indoors. Our lotto committee needs to be able to meet indoors to operate our popular lotto. Please note that all tickets sold will be honoured when the lotto restarts. The recent easing of restrictions doesn’t change anything in relation to meeting indoors. We will give plenty of notice of this start time through these notes as well as online.

We know people miss our lotto, so do we, but we don’t want to operate the lotto online only as we feel this means some of our most loyal and dedicated players miss out. We will return when all players have the same chance to play.

DEATH: Sincere Sympathy to Breda and Fergus O'Connor and family Dooks, and to all of the Sheehan family on the death of Breda's mother Bridget Sheehan in Glenbeigh. Bridget was a very kind and most welcoming lady and good friend to many. May she rest in peace. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

SUPPORT LINE: If You need assistance, please call 0818 222 024 if you need support in these Covid Times.

the people who collect rubbish on their walks by the seaside. Let us all make an effort and keep Cromane litter and weed free. It must also be noted that the Bins in the Car Park are for Clear, Green and Brown Glass, Food Cans and Drinks Cans only. Please do not discard your rubbish beside these bins. If the bins are full when you come to dispose of any of the aforementioned items, take them home and bring them another time when the bins are not full.

CLOTHES BANK: If you are doing a spring clean and wish to dispose of clean linen, clothes, they can go in the Clothes Bank located at Cromane Gaa Pitch. No duvets, pillows or dirty or wet items.

LAMBING SEASON: Please if you own a dog, know that they are secure and not roaming.

Make sure they are indoors at night. Dogs cause fear to sheep by just their presence. Always keep your dog on a lead.

MASS from St. James Church Killorglin is live streamed on https://www.mcmedia.tv/camera/ killorglin-st-james-church CAN RINGS, USED STAMPS & SPECTACLES: Please keep ring pulls from drinks cans only for writer. Rings are melted down and money raised goes to Palliative Care In Kerry. Stamps go to Missionary Projects. Used spectacles also go abroad to third world countries where frames are reused. Sincere thanks to all who have given me any of the above. They will go to their respective destinations when I have a good supply of them.

CLEAN AND TIDY. With a lot of people walking and cycling in these Covid Times, please do not discard your rubbish such as face masks, coffee cups. Take them home and dispose of them properly, in your bin. We must all make an effort and clean around our property. Thank You to

NEWS: If you wish to include items in the News please email to caseycrest@hotmail.com and we will include it in the Notes.

celebrate the 10am Mass in Dingle Church each Friday during lockdown for the People of Annascaul Parish. No congregation is permitted. Booked intentions can be included in this Mass. The Mass will be live-streamed on www.dingleparish.ie & click on the picture of the Sanctuary. In the event of a funeral, Mass may be rescheduled. You are encouraged to Solar Systems return your Easter Dues Envelopes and Trócaire Boxes at this time.

Tom Kennedy Annascaul lotto LottoWellisthey resuming Solar..panels or tubes, what's The the difference? both provide hot water when heated by the sun’sfor energy, thus saving youdraw energy, 15/04/21.

The jackpot this week's be it oil, gas or electricity. will be €8000. Tickets can be purchased in A solar system will save up to 70% of your annual hot water bill. When local shops Annascaul Post Office . it comes to tubesand versusthe panels, the tubes are marginally more ef-

their walks. Let us all make an effort and keep Annascaul litter and weed free.

ficient than panels, but realistically the difference is small, especially

when we have had such a great spell of sunshine.

Annascaul Gaa and Coiste na nÓg Our online There isat another "solar system"has known in the trade as "Thermodynamshop oneills.com been updated with ic" this is a solar panel that works in the dark. Yes with no sunshine, new lines added. https://www.oneills.com/.../ you ask how! gaa/ireland/annascaul-gaa.html Well the answer is simple really, it's not a solar panel it's a heat pump.

The way it works is a panel is fitted to your roof which is connected

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Contact PH. panel where it heats due to the fact that the gas has a very low boiling 087 point2184757 of about -25 Celsius so this hot gas comes back into the unit, where the gas is compressed to make it hotter, the heat is then trans-

ferred to create heat. However, unitof is dependant electricity Prevent litter With athislot peopleonwalking to operate so while saving money on heating hot water it does so at and cycling in these Covid times, please do not a cost. discard any rubbish such aswith face masks, coffee Take for example a typical family home 3 to 5 occupants, costs on average about €1,500 to €2,000 per yearand to heat, of which about cups etc.

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QUOTE: Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.

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Acknowledgement Susi Grant Applications Open April 22nd 2021 For New Applicants SUSI grant applications for the 2021-2022 academic year are now open for renewals (those already enrolled in courses) and will open on the 22nd April for new applications. SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is the main financial support scheme for students studying in Ireland and abroad.

Citizens Information handles many queries from parents about SUSI and advises the student applies on-line for the grant, not the parents, because the student is the principal contact on the application for SUSI queries and all future contact.

The SUSI grant supports students in two ways;

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Maintenance Grants which assist with living costs and Fee Grants which cover the cost of third level education fees for an academic year.

If a student qualifies for the Maintenance Grant they will also get the Fee Grant, whereas some students will only qualify for the Fee Grant.

To qualify you must meet all the conditions of the scheme. These include; Nationality Condition / Residence Condition /Means Test / Approved Course of Study / Progression /Maximum period of grant assistance.

Many people ask about the progression condition. In general, grants are not available if one is repeating or attending a course that does not represent progression to a higher level. Students who change courses in first year should be aware of this.

The family income levels for eligibility for the maintenance grant 20212022 are

Dykegate Street, Dingle, Co. Kerry.

Who died on January 27th 2021 Boba’s siblings, Pat, Kathleen & Tomás along with the extended family, wish to thank all those who sympathised, sent Mass cards, letters, text messages, emails, left messages of condolence on RIP.ie, attended outside the church or virtually for the funeral mass or the graveyard for the burial. Thanks to Fr Jim Sheehy and Fr. Michael Moynihan (PP) and everybody involved for the lovely mass, also to O’Connor’s Funeral Directors for their sensitive and professional handling of the arrangements.

A special word of thanks to the management, nurses, care staff, catering and support staff at West Kerry Community Hospital for their kindness and respect shown at all times.

Number of dependent children

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As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust this acknowledgement will be accepted by all with our sincere appreciation and gratitude.

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How much one may get depends on many factors particularly your financial means and distance from college. You may qualify for a full or partial grant.

Commenting on the SUSI grant application process, Frances Clifford, Kerry Citizens Information Manager, said, “The on-line application process for the SUSI Grant can seem overwhelming to students who are beginning their third level of education. For any student or family needing advice or further information around the SUSI Grant, they can contact us in complete confidence, we provide free, independent and non-judgmental assistance and advice.”

For anyone needing information, advice or who have an advocacy issue, they can call a member of the local Citizens Information team in Kerry on 0761 07 7860, they will be happy to assist and make an appointment if necessary. The offices are staffed from Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm. Alternatively, you can email at tralee@citinfo.ie or log on to www.citizensinformation.ie for further information and contact details.

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Chruinnigh idir fhir is mná chun ceardlainne. D’eascair a gcuid filíochta as an dtréimhse a chaitheadar i bhfochair a chéile, ag spreagadh a chéile, agus iad sásta a ndánta a rá os ard, is a chur os comhair an phobail fé dheireadh. Croí máthar ag corraí le saolú linbh, bothántaíocht sa ré atá imithe, ómós do dheirfiúr, caoineadh fé athrú aeráide, ceiliúradh grá agus mórtas áite cuid des na téamaí éagsúla atá idir na clúdaigh seo, saothar a chuireann leis an gcorpas cruthaitheach liteartha a tháinig agus atá fós ag teacht as an leithinis álainn seo. Fáilte roimis na filí nua agus go leanfaidh siad ag saothrú leo sna blianta amach romhainn.’ Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne Bóthar an Dadhgaide, Daingean Uí Chúis Siopa Leabhar an Daingin ó 1979

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Ó Mhárthain Breandán Mac Gearailt Tá an aimsir go diail le seachtain agus deascéal acu siúd a chuir geall ar Minella a bhí 11/1 sa Grand National in Aintree Shasana.

Ní hé sin amháin ach is cailín ó Thiobrad Arann, Rachel Blackmore a bhí san iallait ar an gcapall Minella a bhuaidh an rás. Bí ag caint ar mholadh, an chéad bhean riamh a bhuaidh an rás. Ta an rás seo ann le 182 bliain. N’fheadar an mó cearrbhach a chuir a ngeall ar Minella agus Rachel. Tháinig Rachel aniar aduaidh ar scata. Bhuaidh sí craobh na hÉireann [an National Hurdle] mí Eanair ar Honeysuckle [Mil na nGabhar]. Seo an dara bliain as a chéile go bhfuil sé buaite aici agus i Sasana is í a bhuaidh gradam Cheltenham na bliana, an chéad bhean a bhain an gradam seo. Is maith í.

Mar gur ó Thiobrad Arann í is dócha go mbeadh sí ar fhoireann sinsir Camógaíochta an chontae dá dtabharfadh sí fé. Ní ró fhada ó shin a tugadh cead do mhná bheith ag marcaíocht i Grand National Aintree. Níl aon chosc ar mharcaigh mhná i Grand National na hÉireann ó 1975.

CLG Buíochas mór le Dia tá an chosúlacht ar an scéal go mbeidh cluichí caide agus iomána ag baint na gcos dá chéile mura n-éiríonn an víoras chughainn arís. Tá cúlú mór ar an méid daoine atá thíos leis an ngalar atá fós ag marú daoine ar fuaid na cruinne. Glacaimíd leis go leanfaidh cúrsaí mar atá socair: ar an ochtú agus an naoiú la do Mheitheamh, beidh tús a chur le sraith chomórtas na hiománaíochta agus ar an 15/16 tosnóidh an comórtas sraithe caide. Ar an 26/27 Iúil beidh comortaisí cúige caide agus an 17/18 Iúil beidh craobh chluichí iomána cúige.

Le scéal fada a laghdú beidh Connacht agus an Mhumhain le chéile san iomáint. Beidh craobh na hÉireann san iomáint ann 21/22 Lúnasa agus Craobh Éireann na caide 28/29 Lúnasa. Tá fhios agam go bhfuil sé casta ach nuair a thiocfaidh an lá ní cuimhneófar a bhfuil curtha i gcrích ach bua a bheith ag an bhfoireann ‘ceart’. Is sa bhliain seo chugainn atá comórtaisi na mban le bheith. Conas ná féidir iad a bheith ann i mbliana?

Ceolmhar Bhíos ag siúl an lá eile agus bhí na goirt timpeall orainn breacaithe le uain.

Bíonn na huain go hálainn agus is mór an t-iontas nuair a bhíonn siad ag rith le chéile.

Chuirfeadh sé ardú croí ar aon duine beo.

Tá, mheasfeá, dea aimsir agus dea scéalta ag teacht chugainn.

Siúl. Tá scata daoine sa Ghaeltacht ag glacadh páirt i ‘gComórtas Reatha na Gaeltachta’. Bhuaidh Corca Dhuibhne an comórtas seo anuiridh. Comórtas ina mbeidh ar gach duine ar a laghad 10 km a rith nó a shiúl gach seachtain, comórtas sláintúil agus an chaidreamh as Gaeilge. Gan dabht glactar go mbeidh Gaolainn á úsáid ag gach iomathóir. Is idir na ceanntair Ghaeltachta a bheidh sé agus beidh sé críochnaithe deire na míosa. Dar leo siúd a ghlac páirt sa chomórtas anuiridh bhaineadar an-sásamh as. Dea shláinte dea chomhluadar (sna meáin shóisialta) agus caidreamh a leanann an comórtas.

Bás Fear go raibh an-mheas agam air mar imreoir caide agus mé óg ná Packy McGearty. Is cuimhin liom é i gcluichí chraobh Chonnacht agus im óige cé chomh maith is a bhíodh sé mar imreoir i gcluichí an Bhóthair Iarainn. Is ins na tosaigh a imríodh sé. Bhí scéal aige fé a chuid imeartha nuair a thosnaigh sé go gcaithfeadh sé a bheith cruaidh. Nuair a tháinig an chéad chaid isteach idir é féin agus an fear ón bhfoireann eile thug sé an uilinn sa phus dá chéile comhraic. Stad an fear a buaileadh agus duirt ‘is cluiche caide í seo.’ ‘Ar mo leabhar’, arsa Páicí, ‘go raibh spalladh náire orm’. Is dócha gur beag imreoir a bheadh maith a dhóthain do. Ní raibh ach beagán chluiche móra aige sa chomórtas le Liatroim. Is dócha go ngoilleadh sé ar Pháicí. Léiríodh sé a éifeacht do Chonnacht i gCluichí an Bhóthair Iarainn agus sa tSraith Chomórtas. Solas na bhFlaitheas ag a anam ceolmhar.

Comharchumann Forbartha an Leith Triúigh Notaí Clochán Bréanainn Scaireanna/Shares: Cuireadh Comhar Chumann Forbartha An leith Triúigh le chéile i 1973. Cheannaigh daoine áitiúla scaireanna chun bheith páirteach sa Chomharchumann. Is baolach go bhfuil alán dóibh siúd imithe I slí na fírinne ó shin agus tá na scaireanna imithe leo. Táimid ag iarraidh ar daoine an lae inniú a spreagadh chun páirt a ghlacadh sa chomharchumann trí scaireanna a cheannach. Is é an costas seo ná €20. Tabharfaidh sé seo teideal duit vótáil in aon toghchán nó ábhar a bheidh ar siúl. Téigh chuig www.cflt.ie chun clárú CFLT was formed in 1973 and at the time was supported by local people who bought shares to be a part of the Co-op. In the subsequent years a lot of these people have passed away and there shares have gone with them. We are trying to get the present generation to get involved by getting them to sign up to be shareholders. This cost is €20. This will entitle them to attend AGM and listen to the breakdown and explanation of the financial report by our chartered accountant who audits the accounts. It also entitles them to vote in any subsequent elections or decisions.

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Winner of the Crossword 345 is Eileen Spillane, Fossa, Killarney

Last year (6,6) Even Body ornament_______, from South Pacific Some enchanted Bathroom Main coursefixture Christian Be joyous holiday Altar areapart of church Revolving Infectious disease (of young children) Nudge Nothing Standard of visual acuity (6, 6) Old Jamacia, Bacardi etc.

Durable When to turn up(rare) One indue a _______ Be under obligation Utterances off the main conversation Amazement Strength of spirit Demonstration of acclaim Church corridor

Noel Devane Glazing Window & Door Repairs.

Milltown, Dingle.

Refer to Out of the ordinary Spring up Split with force Play a stringed instrument In that place Negative denotation

DINGLE CABS 087 660 2323 Car & Mini Bus Hire

Info@dinglecabs.com www.dinglecabs.com Prop: Sean Lynch 34 Corca Dhuibhne Beo

General repairs to all uPVC and Aluminiun windows and doors,hinges, locks, childlocks, patio rollers, letterboxes etc.

• Supply and fit double glaze units.

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Replace foggy and stained double glazed units.

Contact 087-2886824

CLASSIFIEDS - 087 214 9327 / 086 173 7944 Property to let / Tithe ar cíos

Room to rent in a lakeside cottage in Cloghane. Available from May, sharing with one other. Contact Amy on 085-1057700 Rooms to let in lovely new house, en suite, shared kitchen, free parking and wifi. 1km west of Dingle. Would suit professional, panoramic view. 087-2841891 Double room ensuite - own facilities 32 " Tv refrigerator kettle and toaster and full use of main kitchen would suit professional. Ballydavid area - 086-2210426 Single rooms to rent, Main Street, Dingle. Long term. 087-9512840 Ballymore House, room to rent. Call 083 3028899 Large room to rent in Ballydavid area, would suit 2 or 3 people. Free parking.

Short / Long term. Full use of kitchen. Immediate occupancy. 086-2210426 En suite room to rent in Marian house, Dingle. 087-7995984

Holiday Rentals New luxury house to let. Weekly or fortnightly, Ballyferriter. 5 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Broadband, Sky TV etc. Phone Mairín 086-8471815

For Sale/Le Díol

Flanagan's Poultry, point of lay hens. Delivering to Dingle Mart, Saturday 17th April 12.30 - 1pm. Milltown Mart 2pm. Killorglin (opp. Kerry Co-op Creamery) 2.30pm. Caherciveen and Killarney on request. Phone for details: 086-1580837 086-3756468

Red fabric 3 seater couch & 2 chairs. Clean and in good condition.

086-3564342 Beleek & Donegal porcelain china for sale. 087-6479116 Standard stairlift for sale. Straight run, good condition. 086-3564342 Greta's Herbs now offers FREE DELIVERY to local areas. Minimum order €20.

Card payment accepted on website www.gretasherbs.com. Tel 086-3169716 email: gretasherbs@yahoo.com Excel G3 Light WHEELCHAIR. As new - used only once. €150 (retails €400).

Text 083-4481599 for photos. Dingle 1,100 gallon vacuum slurry tank and straight shaft agitator for sale.

087-3368601

Motors / Gluaisteáin 2005 Nissan Almera - 170,000 miles NCT Feb 2022 - one lady owner .

Call 087 6909137

Services / Seirbhisí Individual Counselling. In-person (Tralee) or online via zoom. Phone/text: 089-227-3502. Email: cumicounselling@gmail.com. Instagram: cumicounselling.

One to one counselling available to adults over 18 with a Counsellor in training.

Cost is €10 per 50minute session. Day and evening appointments available.

Kerry Tarmac

Hot Tar & Colour Chips, Railway Sleepers & Kerbs, Groundwork, Driveways, Colour Loose Chippings, Boundry Walls built & plastered, Tarmacadam - Pothole repairs

Phone Mike 087-3633419

Dingle Heating & Plumbing Electric Ireland & SEAI Grant Approved

● Oil & Gas Boilers ● Solar Panels, Nibe Heat Pumps ● Commercial & Domestic Gas Appliances ● Underfloor Heating ● Central Vacuum Systems ● Heat Recovery Ventilation ● Air to water & Geothermal Jackie 085 1621950 Pawel 087 3198681

e:dingleplumber@gmail.com Web:dingleheatingandplumbing.com

Designer Landscaping: Tasteful low maintainance gardens, designed and installed. 30 years wide experience of all design options, formal and classic natural style to impressive courtyards. For free consultation, advice and estimate call 086-8321831. 2pm to 8pm 7 days.

Insurance: Guaranteed cheapest rates for Life Assurance, Mortgage Protection, Serious Illness & Income Protection. Also, Health Insurance reviews. Colm Lundon Q.F.A. 087-9927950 UR Insurances (Europe) Ltd. t/a Actual Insurances are regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland All kinds of roofing and roofing repairs. West Kerry area. 086-4085007 Experienced cleaner/ keyholder based in Dingle available for holiday homes etc 087-6256533 Septic Tank emptying, bio - cycle tanks desludged, cleaned & checked. Toilets drains unblocked. Gearóid Mac Gearailt. 087-9504713 / 087-2390018 Homecare support. Carer with 20 years experience/ Fetac Level 5. Daytime/ Nights. For more info contact 087-6880723.Thank you.

Oil Boiler Servicing, Oil fired boilers and cookers. Servicing and repairs. Emergency call out service available. James Greaney 087-3440493 Does your septic tank need to be emptied- we will get to you within a day.

Cuir Glaoch/ Call Diarmuid Ó Beaglaoi 087 2969846 0r 066 9155446 Vehicle Computer Diagnostic Service / Mobile Service. Cars, Jeeps, Vans, Pickups. Call 087-3440493 Septic Tank Services, emptying, wash down, repairs, new tanks andpercolation areas constructed in line with planning. over 25yrs service in Dingle Ph. Pat Hanafin 086 2241064 / 066 9151682 . beenbawn@yahoo.com

Wanted / Ag Teastáil

Seeking detached house or chalet or mobile home to rent long term in west Kerry for one professional person. Excellent references. Non smoker. Please email markkeenan1000@gmail.com Agricultural BPS/Entitlements wanted. All Areas & Values considered. Contact: Anthony Fitzgerald, Auctioneer/Estate Agent on 087-6577369.

Wanted: Commonage/Grazing Lands For Sale or Long/Short Term Letting for prospective clients. All areas considered. Contact: Anthony Fitzgerald, Auctioneer/Estate Agent on 087-6577369.

Sheep wanted, all types. Payment on the day. Factory sheep also wanted.

087-6522357

Situations Vacant / Postanna

Wanted : energetic person to clean self-catering cottage in Ballyferriter area.

Candidate must ideally have previous experience in accommodation and be able to commit for the summer.Driver. End of lockdown to end of August. .

Good rates for the right candidate. Phone: 087 7905700

Other / Eile

Free to collect: metal bunk bed with mattress. Mahogany 3 piece suite (3+1+1).

Chest freezer (approx. 80 cms wide), perfect working order. 086-2574898

Michael Healy-Rae TD Mícheál Ó’hEalaigh-Rae

Because of the ongoing crisis regarding Covid 19-my usual clinics cannot yet go ahead.Should you wish to contact me, I am available at the following:

Constituency Office: 064 6685782 Mob: 087-246 1678 email:michael.healy-rae@oireachtas.ie

Learn To Drive DingLe • 12 hour EDT package, Gift Vouchers

• Full Foreign Licence Exchange

• Covering Dingle, Tralee, Killarney

• EDT, Nervous Drivers, Pre-test

• Knowledge of Test Route, No. 39050

CALL PAUL: 087 2309397

West Kerry Live 35

Engagement to Action – A Story of Innovation Callout for Tenders - Filming Brief Video Objectives: • To compile a record of various engagement activities that have taken place on the Dingle Peninsula to date as part of Corca Dhuibhne 2030 initiative through range of different projects • To demonstrate how engagement process has led to action & innovation in different sectors through interviews with participants and stakeholders capturing their experiences & activities • To capture engaged research activities, learnings and outcomes, and the co-creation process • To provide high quality video footage for potential future documentaries Footage required: • Participant Interviews (approximately 10 community members and 6 stakeholders) • Electric cars and buses driving on the Peninsula • Sensor technologies on the farm, grass measurements data review • Scenic drone footage (ideally incorporating rooftop solar) • Stock footage will be available for use Locations: Filming mainly on the Dingle Peninsula; footage from UCC/MaREI, Teagasc and ESBN should also be considered and included where appropriate.

Proposed schedule: Filming dates: April / early May 2021 Video Edits: Agriculture focus edits complete by 23.05.2021/ Remaining edits complete by 18.06.2021 Editing • Existing Video footage is available for compilation • Data to be overlaid on images at appropriate points in the video • 3 x main edits will be required - max 3 mins each • 6 x 30 second cuts for social media (2 per focus) • 2 x longer edits (approx. 8mins each) • Subtitles with English / Irish translations to be included as necessary

To apply send your proposal to Maggie Breen tenders@dinglehub.com no later than 15.00 Thurs 22nd April 2021

More Information www.dinglepeninsula2030.com / www.dinglehub.com

36 Corca Dhuibhne Beo