West & Mid Kerry Live issue 385

Corca Dhuibhne Beo

West & Mid Kerry Live

Eisiúint / Issue 385 25ú April / Aibreán - 9ú Bealtaine / May 2024

News - Events - Live Music Listings - Local Maps & More Nuacht - Imeachtaí - Ceol Beo - léarscáileanna

Hussey's Folly and Dingle Lighthouse: Mossy Donegan

San Eagrán Seo / In This Issue

Pg 3: Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara

Pg 6: Nutrition with Irene

Pg 11: Archaeology: Dún an Óir

Pg 12: Once Upon a Time in the Southwest

Pg 26-27: Siúlóid na Coicíse / Walk of the Fortnight

Pg 33: Dingle Cookery School Recipe

Pg 36: It's All In The Mind: Self Compassion

Pg 40: Live Music Listings

Pg 41: Town & Peninsula Maps

Pg 44: Crosfhocal Sean-Nós

Pg 45: Ó Mhárthain

Pg 46: Crossword

Pg 47: Classifieds

IONAID LEIGHIS / MEDICAL CENTRES:

Clinic Cois Abhann, The Mall , Dingle 066 9151465

Ionad Leighis An Daingin, The Mall, Dingle 066 9152225.

DingleDoc, Spa Rd, Dingle V92K282 066-9152346 / 066-9152324

Castlegregory Medical Centre, 066-7139226 Mon-Fri, 9:00am to 5:00 pm Saturday, by appointment.

Annascaul Health Centre, Annascaul 066-9157227, SouthDoc: 0818 355 999 for all calls between 6.00pm to 8.00am

Killorglin Health Centre, Killorglin, Tel: 066 976 1284

Cronin, Dr Ann, Beach Tree Lodge, Market St, Killorglin (066)9761014

Prenderville Edmond, Daly’s Lane, Killorglin (066)9761072

Prenderville Edmond, Coolmore Laharn, Killorglin (066)9761512

Milltown Health Centre Milltown (066)9767113

IONAD TRÉIDLIACHTA / VETERINARY SURGERY

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

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Ring mart for details: DINGLE 066 91 51586

MILLTOWN : 066 97 67309

FIACLÓIRÍ / DENTISTS

Corkery-Johnson Linda BDS NUI

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) 6630011

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

OPTICIANS / RADHARC-EOLAÍ

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

SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL (SVP) WEST KERRY AREA 066 7128021

Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara

Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara, is Ireland’s eighth and largest National Park, with more than 70,000 acres of lands and seas in public ownership.

The Páirc will be dedicated to the protection and restoration of its internationally-significant biodiversity and archaeological heritage.

The new Páirc, which is centred around Corca Dhuibhne, will unite some of Europe’s most ecologically valuable places in celebration of nature. It brings together new acquisitions by the National Parks and Wildlife Service, such as the Conor Pass, the Owenmore River catchment, lands at Mount Brandon and the sand dune system at Inch Peninsula, along with sites already under State ownership, such as the limestone reefs of Kerry Head Shoals and the waters around the Blasket Islands.

The Páirc’s heritage legacy is further enhanced by the inclusion of lands on the Great Blasket Island, the globally significant UNESCO World Heritage property of Sceilg Mhichíl, and Derrynane House, Historic Park and Beach, which are managed by the OPW. Further collaborations with BirdWatch Ireland, who manage Little Skellig and Puffin Island, and with the Commissioners of Irish Lights, who manage An Tiaracht Nature Reserve, ensure that these internationally important sites for seabirds are also an integral part of the Páirc.

The landscapes, islands and seas of this region are of enormous significance for biodiversity. Starting in the majestic uplands of Mount Brandon and Conor Pass, we find active blanket bogs and heaths, with famed alpine flora, providing valuable habitats for the Peregrine Falcon, Otter and Marsh Fritillary butterfly. Nestled among them is the pristine Owenmore river, one of the last remaining refuges of the Freshwater Pearl Mussel. Down at the coast, we can see some of the finest sand dune systems in Europe, which are home to the Natterjack Toad, before heading out to sea to encounter the shallow bays, which are important breeding sites for sharks and rays, and an extensive and biologically rich marine limestone reef system. The islands speak for themselves, with entire populations of rare and endangered seabirds such as Puffin, Storm Petrel, Gannet and Razorbill, as well as unique communities of lichen and other flora.

Equally, the area’s cultural and archaeological value cannot be overstated. The UNESCO World Heritage property of Sceilig Mhicíl, an island of global importance, is at the heart of the Páirc’s cultural heritage. The seas that surround it, meanwhile, were the routeways of the past and

the last resting place of many historic wrecks. They include the Spanish Armada vessel of Santa Maria de la Rosa, which was lost off Blasket Sound in 1588. On the mainland, the landscapes of the Páirc document the history of settlement in the region, with archaeological monuments and traces of people over the millennia, including those who etched ogham script on the ancient standing stone at Araghglen on Mount Brandon, a National Monument.

The sites are heavenly designated under current European Directives, National laws and are under our strongest biodiversity laws already but the

new label brings with it a commitment from the NPWS to carry out significant restoration work and brings the sites under the NPWS annual budget.

The new park will now be able to benefit from Government funding on an ongoing basis. The NPWS will draw up a management plan for the park working with the local community and Kerry county council and will employ staff to work on the ground in the park which will help to maintain and preserve the area for generations to come.

James Windle

What was your first job? A milkman's assistant in Oxford, aged 12 (I was paid in yogurt!)

What is your favourite film?

The Matrix

What is your favourite book? War and Peace

What was the first CD / Tape / Record you bought?

Party Girl - U2

What was your favourite holiday? Montego Bay with the girlfriend

What is your favourite drink?

Spicy Margarita in Kennedy's

Who is your favourite actor?

Keanu Reeves

What advice would you give to your younger self?

Try harder

Who is your sporting hero?

Jesse Owens

Two figures from history you'd like to have as dinner guests?

Napoleon and Keith Floyd

If a time machine could take you anywhere for one day, when/where would you go?

The Jurassic Period

What’s your favourite saying? That's enough now!

Pat Hanafin

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Nettles - A Timely Tonic for the Weary!

Irene Flannery

It is wonderful to see the young nettles shooting up along our hedges, in ditches, wastelands, and gardens. Stinging nettles (Urtica dioica) have a rich history in Irish folk and herbal medicine, dating back nearly as long as they've been around. Legend has it that these nettles were first brought to our shores by Caesar's soldiers after their gruelling march across Europe and Britain. Away from the warmth of ancient Rome, the soldiers' bare legs suffered from the long miles they covered. At day's end, they'd gather armfuls of nettles to soothe and warm their weary limbs. Despite the discomfort, we owe them a debt, as our ancestors quickly embraced nettles to treat a wide range of ailments, from urinary tract issues to arthritis, gout, hypertension, and more.

Nettles in Science

Unsurprisingly, the pain relief the Roman soldiers felt is more than mere hearsay and modern science can now validate the analgesic (pain-relieving) properties of nettles, particularly in conditions like arthritis and joint pain. While the exact mechanism may not be fully understood yet, several of its active substances contribute to nettle's potential analgesic effects:

1. Anti-inflammatory Action: Nettles contain various anti-inflammatory compounds such as flavonoids (including quercetin), phenolic acids, and lignans. In conditions like arthritis, inflammation contributes significantly to pain. By reducing inflammation, nettles may indirectly alleviate pain.

2. Histamine and Serotonin Modulation: Nettles contain substances that can affect the release and action of histamine and serotonin, which are neurotransmitters involved in pain perception. By modulating these neurotransmitters, nettles may help reduce pain sensitivity.

3. Joint Lubrication: Compounds found in nettles, such as boron and silica, are important for joint health and lubrication. Improved joint function and reduced friction between bones may lead to decreased pain.

4. Nerve Stimulation and Blood Flow: Some components in nettles may interact with nerve receptors, leading to altered nerve signal transmission related to pain. Additionally, improved blood flow to affected areas can promote healing and alleviate pain.

5. Prostaglandin Inhibition: Nettles may inhibit the production of prostaglandins, which are hormone-like substances that play a role in inflammation and pain. By reducing prostaglandin levels, nettles can help alleviate pain symptoms.

The young shoots of nettles are a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins C, E, K, beta-carotene, and essential minerals like iron, magnesium, silica, and calcium. These nutrients have a stimulating effect on the kidney, bladder, and urinary system. Consuming nettles in Spring helps detoxify the body, clearing out toxins accumulated over winter. Nettles also enhance the excretion of uric acid, which can reduce symptoms of gout and arthritis. Their anti-inflammatory compounds,

combined with minerals such as silicon and boron, can alleviate pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, and tendonitis, while reducing inflammation in joints and tendons.

In addition to these benefits, there is compelling evidence supporting the use of nettles for hay fever and allergies affecting the nose and sinuses (assuming you are not allergic to nettles yourself). Nettles have also been traditionally used to manage hypertension by regulating arterial pressure and strengthening blood vessels. Their iron content makes them effective in treating anaemia, while the presence of vitamin K helps regulate blood coagulation. Lastly, nettles are an excellent source of silica, a vital mineral that strengthens the bone matrix. Working in tandem with collagen, silica contributes to the strength of bones, skin, hair, and nails. These diverse health benefits showcase the value of a plant often dismissed as a nuisance! Always consult your own healthcare team if you have underlying health issues or are taking medication before considering adding nettles to your health care routine.

How to make a Nettle Infusion:

Making a nettle infusion is a great way to harness this timely Spring time tonic and enjoy some its benefits:

All you need:

Fresh nettle leaves (about 1-2 cups)

Water (4-6 cups)

Instructions:

• Use young, tender nettle leaves for the best flavour and nutritional content. Wear gloves to avoid getting stung by the nettles. Bathe the nettle leaves thoroughly in cold water to remove any dirt or debris.

• Bring 4-6 cups of water to a boil in a pot on the stove.

• If using fresh nettle leaves, roughly chop them to release their flavour and nutrients. Place the prepared nettle leaves into a heatproof container, such as a teapot or glass jar.

• Carefully pour the boiling water over the nettle leaves in the container. Cover the container with a lid or plate to trap the steam and let the nettle leaves steep in the hot water for at least 10-15 minutes. Steeping longer (up to 30 minutes) can extract more of the beneficial compounds from the nettles.

• After steeping, use a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to strain the nettle leaves from the liquid. Pour the infused liquid (nettle tea) into a clean container or mug. Your nettle infusion is ready to drink! You can enjoy it hot or let it cool down and drink it as a refreshing iced tea.

You can add a squeeze of lemon, slivers of fresh ginger or a drizzle of honey to enhance the flavour of nettle infusion. Store any leftover nettle infusion in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat gently before drinking or enjoy it cold.

Making the Most of your Nettle Tea!

The steam of nettle tea is good for the respiratory system and skin so while waiting for it to brew you could have a mini-facial by covering your head with a towel and placing your face over the pot or bowl of steaming nettles. Once it has cooled enough to drink, enjoy your nettle tea. The strained leaves can be used as a compress for inflamed and painful joints. Nettles are truly a timeless remedy that costs nothing to try and leaves nothing wasted – Nature’s Spring time gift for you to enjoy.

Irene Flannery, Nutritional Therapist- Restoring Health, Vitality & Wellbeing with Personalized Nutrition. Home visits within Dingle Peninsula and online consultations. 086 1662562 www.omnom.ie

Gairdín Mhuire Centre - Green Street, Dingle

West Kerry Care Of The Aged (WKCA) were delighted to host a very special Annual Senior Citizens Social for the first time in 4 years. It was a poignant affair, as we remembered our old friends who have since passed away, especially our founding member Nora Curran who was always the heart and soul of this event.

WKCA would like to acknowledge and thank all the local businesses who sponsored prizes for the raffle, with a special thank you to Patrick Fitzgerald, Centra, who always donates a lovely door prize and to John 'Diony' O'Connor who gave a very generous donation that went towards the cost of the tickets.

Thanks also to Noreen Ashe for the outstanding musical entertainment that got everyone up and dancing! A big thank you to the Skellig Hotel for their efficiency in hosting the event and to the Skellig's staff for the very helpful support and assistance given throughout the event.

Thanks to all those who attended. Go mbeirimid beo ar an am seo arís.

President Higgins Commends Sun Glare Campaign

Two weeks ago West Kerry Live contributor Ted Creedon received a letter from Áras and Uachtaráin commending the sun glare campaign on the Dingle Peninsula.

The letter reads: ‘The President commends you for the work and commitment you have demonstrated in raising awareness of the dangers of sun glare while driving. Road Safety is a matter to which the President attributes the greatest importance. The President thanks you for dedicating your time to improving road safety for all and sends his best wishes to you and your family’.

Background:-

In January last year two Dingle sisters were driving towards Dingle in the late afternoon when they were suddenly blinded by the glare of the sun. Moments later they were in a collision with another vehicle and both sisters were seriously injured. They spent almost three months in hospital and are still recovering.

The husband of one of the sisters, Ted Creedon, had also experienced sun glare blindness earlier that same day but he was able to pull into Moran’s garage until the sun rose higher.

‘I never experienced that before – being totally blind behind the wheel. In fact, as far as I can recall I never heard a warning about the threat of sun glare on radio or TV. However, since that day I have met so many people who have had similar experiences, including Gardaí, that I have yet to meet someone who hasn’t’, he told West Kerry Live this week.

He sought support and advice on a campaign by writing to the President, the Taoiseach, the Tánaiste, Minister Ryan, the Road Safety Authority and others in November last year. The most encouraging response was from the President’s office. He couldn’t get involved due to Constitutional restrictions but that was ‘rather than any lack of empathy’.

Ted decided to try and raise awareness of the danger through interviews and discussions on radio, in newspapers, in this publication and on television. He and his daughter Siún came up with the basic design of a car sticker which he then asked neighbour Deirdre O’Connor to bring to life on her computer. After four or five versions they settled on a strong, colourful image.

That image appeared in this magazine in every issue from November to April.

Edwin, the Dingle Printer, off John Street, printed over a thousand of these stickers at no charge because he believed in the campaign. More than 300 additional stickers were printed with Irish text thanks to funding by Duchas an Daingin.

The stickers were distributed all over the area, to individuals, businesses, the hospital and to the senior classes in every one of the 18 primary schools on the peninsula, from Dún Chaoin to Castlemaine. The students were asked to take them home for the family car.

In mid-February Ted wrote to Luke Sweeney, the President’s secretary, to let him know how the campaign was going and he included two stickers in the envelope for himself – not for the President’s car!

He thought no more about it – had no expectation of a response and was somewhat stunned when the second letter arrived from Luke Sweeney, from the Áras, two months later – that was two weeks ago.

‘This is great recognition indeed but it wasn’t a one-man show. The support and encouragement was there from local media - The Kerryman, Radio Kerry, Radio na Gaeltachta, Nuacht TG4 and from Dingle Printing, Duchas an Daingin, West Kerry Live, the Principals of the 18 primary schools and the local community’ Ted said.

Asked if he was going further with the campaign he said ‘I’ve done as much as I can. All it needs now is for the Road Safety Authority, who have produced some excellent road safety warnings for radio and TV, to produce warnings on how to deal with sun glare for regular broadcasting on radio and TV, especially radio, during the winter months’.

Bainisteoir Forbartha Gnó

Bainisteoir Forbartha Gnó

Tá folúntas ag Údarás na Gaeltachta ar bhunús conradh sainchuspóra suas le 3 bliana do Bainisteoir

Tá folúntas ag Údarás na Gaeltachta ar bhunús conradh sainchuspóra suas le 3 bliana do Bainisteoir

Forbartha Gnó do gteic@ Uíbh Ráthaigh.

Forbartha Gnó do gteic@ Uíbh Ráthaigh.

An Ról:

An Ról:

• Plean forbartha straitéiseach a fhorbairt do Gteic@ Uíbh Ráthaigh

• Plean forbartha straitéiseach a fhorbairt do Gteic@ Uíbh Ráthaigh

• Clár Oibre Bhliantúil a aontú chun tacú le riachtanais forbartha agus leathnaithe FBManna agus MicriFiontair agus cuidiú freisin le fiontraithe chun ghnóthaí nua a fhorbairt

• Clár Oibre Bhliantúil a aontú chun tacú le riachtanais forbartha agus leathnaithe FBManna agus MicriFiontair agus cuidiú freisin le fiontraithe chun ghnóthaí nua a fhorbairt

• Deiseanna nua fostaíochta inbhuanaithe agus forbartha gnó a chruthú agus cláir oiliúna agus forbartha scileanna a reáchtáil

• Deiseanna nua fostaíochta inbhuanaithe agus forbartha gnó a chruthú agus cláir oiliúna agus forbartha scileanna a reáchtáil

• Plean margaíochta agus fógraíochta a chur i bhfeidhm chun gteic@ Uíbh Ráthaigh a chur chun cinn agus a fhorbairt mar phríomh-ionad infheistíochta d’fhorbairt fiontraíochta i réigiún Chiarraí Theas

• Plean airgeadais a bhainistiú do gteic@ Uíbh Ráthaigh agus monatóireacht a dhéanamh ar bhuiséid

• Ról ghníomhach a ghlacadh i bhforbairt agus bainistiú an Ghréasáin Gteic i gCúige Mumhan

• Plean margaíochta agus fógraíochta a chur i bhfeidhm chun gteic@ Uíbh Ráthaigh a chur chun cinn agus a fhorbairt mar phríomh-ionad infheistíochta d’fhorbairt fiontraíochta i réigiún Chiarraí Theas

Bheadh na tréithe a leanas ag sáriarrthóir ar an bpost:

• Plean airgeadais a bhainistiú do gteic@ Uíbh Ráthaigh agus monatóireacht a dhéanamh ar bhuiséid

• Cáilíocht ábhartha 3ú Leibhéal (ar a laghad ag Leibhéal 8 den Chreat Náisiúnta Cáilíochtaí)

• Ról ghníomhach a ghlacadh i bhforbairt agus bainistiú an Ghréasáin Gteic i gCúige Mumhan

Bheadh na tréithe a leanas ag sáriarrthóir ar an bpost:

• Taithí gairmiúil ábhartha trí bliana ar laghad i réimse na forbartha fiontraíochta agus fiontraíochta; pleanáil eacnamaíoch; riarachán agus bainistíocht phoiblí; disciplíní innealtóireachta nó eolaíochta

• Cáilíocht ábhartha 3ú Leibhéal (ar a laghad ag Leibhéal 8 den Chreat Náisiúnta Cáilíochtaí)

• Beidh eolas inniúil ar na cleachtais ghnó acu, ar bhainistíocht airgeadais agus ar theicneolaíochtaí ábhartha chun dul i dteagmháil le comhpháirtithe éagsúla in earnálacha éagsúla tráchtála agus trádála

• Taithí gairmiúil ábhartha trí bliana ar laghad i réimse na forbartha fiontraíochta agus fiontraíochta; pleanáil eacnamaíoch; riarachán agus bainistíocht phoiblí; disciplíní innealtóireachta nó eolaíochta

• Sárscileanna cumarsáide agus idirphearsanta, i nGaeilge agus i mBéarla, i scríbhinn agus ó bhéal .

• Ceadúnas iomlán tiomána glan

• Beidh eolas inniúil ar na cleachtais ghnó acu, ar bhainistíocht airgeadais agus ar theicneolaíochtaí ábhartha chun dul i dteagmháil le comhpháirtithe éagsúla in earnálacha éagsúla tráchtála agus trádála

• Sárscileanna cumarsáide agus idirphearsanta, i nGaeilge agus i mBéarla, i scríbhinn agus ó bhéal

Is post ar chonradh sainchuspóra é seo. Tá scála tuarastail ag grád Ard-Oifigeach Feidhmiúcháin idir €55,996€70,522 ag dul leis an bpost. Ba chóir d’iarrthóirí a thuiscint go dtosófar ag an bpointe is ísle ar an scála tuarastail agus nach féidir é a phlé agus gur féidir go n-athrófar an scála tuarastail ó am go ham de réir bheartas tuarastail an Rialtais.

• Ceadúnas iomlán tiomána glan

Beidh an té a cheapfar freagrach do Cheannasaí Réigiúnach an Údaráis i gCúige Mumhan. Beidh rogha ag an té a cheapfar an clár oibre a chuir i bhfeidhm agus í/é lonnaithe idir an Gteic i mBaile an Sceilg, Co . Chiarraí agus Oifigí an Údaráis i gCúige Mumhan.

Is post ar chonradh sainchuspóra é seo. Tá scála tuarastail ag grád Ard-Oifigeach Feidhmiúcháin idir €55,996€70,522 ag dul leis an bpost Ba chóir d’iarrthóirí a thuiscint go dtosófar ag an bpointe is ísle ar an scála tuarastail agus nach féidir é a phlé agus gur féidir go n-athrófar an scála tuarastail ó am go ham de réir bheartas tuarastail an Rialtais.

Iarrtar ar iarratasóirí CV agus litir chumhdaigh Gaeilge a sheoladh chuig foluntais@udaras.ie https://udaras.ie/oiliuint-fostaiocht/fostaiocht/poist-udaras-na-gaeltachta/

Glacfar le hiarratais go dtí 4.00 i.n. ar 15ú Bealtaine, 2024

Beidh an té a cheapfar freagrach do Cheannasaí Réigiúnach an Údaráis i gCúige Mumhan. Beidh rogha ag an té a cheapfar an clár oibre a chuir i bhfeidhm agus í/é lonnaithe idir an Gteic i mBaile an Sceilg, Co Chiarraí agus Oifigí an Údaráis i gCúige Mumhan.

Is fostóir comhionannas é Údarás na Gaeltachta agus is í an Ghaeilge teanga oibre na heagraíochta.

Iarrtar ar iarratasóirí CV agus litir chumhdaigh Gaeilge a sheoladh chuig foluntais@udaras.ie

Local Archaeology: Dún An Óir

Isabel Bennett

Tá scéal Dhún an Óir ar eolas ag ana-chuid do mhuintir Chorca Dhuibhne. Is dún ceann tíre é atá ar an dtaobh thiar de Chuan Ard na Caithne. Ba ar an 10 Samhain 1580 a tharla an t-ár ana-thruamhéileach anseo. Bhí saighdiúirí ón Spáinn, ón Iodáil agus ó Éirinn ag tabhairt tacaíochta don dara Eirí Amach ag na Gearaltaigh, agus iad faoi cheannas Sebastiano de San Giuseppí, Iodálach. Tar éis léagar trí lá sa dún, fé fhorsaí Shasana, agus an Lord Lieutenant Lord Grey de Wilton i gceannas, ghéilleadar agus maraíodh iad go léir ach amháin San Giuseppi féin agus a chomrádaithe. Tá roinnt do na fallaí cosanta fós le feiscint ar an suíomh, agus píosa dealbhóireachta ana-dheas le Cliodna Cussen ann anois, cloch a nochtadh i 1980, nuair a reáchtáil muintir na háite comóradh 400 bliain Chath Dhún an Óir.

The story of the siege and massacre at Dún an Óir, a promontory fort situated on the western site of Smerwick Harbour (in the townland of Ard na Caithne or Smerwick, as Béarla) is well known in the locality. It was one of the many tragic events that happened during the Second Desmond Rebellion, and many Irish, Italian and Spanish soldiers, who had come to the area to support the Earl of Desmond, were put to the sword by English forces under the Lord Lieutenant, Lord Grey de Wilton and also the Earl of Ormond, and by Admiral Winters (who was in charge of the naval force) having surrendered after being besieged for a few days. This happened on November 10 1580. The Irish and Continental soldiers were commanded by Italian Sebastiano di San Giuseppe, who

hailed from Bologna, and who seemed to have ‘done a deal’ with the English, and escaped with his own life, along with a few of his comrades.

Visiting the site, a National Monument, today, one first sees a striking piece of sculpture, crafted by Cliodna Cussen. This was erected on the 400th anniversary of the massacre in 1980. This event was remembered with the staging of a pageant, with many local people acting out the parts of the main historical characters of the time. It would be wonderful if any of you had photos from this pageant.

The site still contains very obvious remains of the fortifications of the period, although sources indicate that the promontory had probably previously been fortified. It is considered to be one of the best surviving siege sites in the country, as it has never been built upon. Some of the place names in the area also refer to the siege, with ‘Gort na Gearradh’ (the field of the cutting) referring to an entrenchment dug as part of the fortifications (and not the massacre, as is sometimes suggested) and ‘Gort na gCeann’ (the field of the heads), perhaps referring to the place where executions were carried out.

The name of the site, Dún an Óir (the fort of gold), it has been suggested, may refer to stones once thought to contain gold which came from the wreck of the Emmanuel, captained by Martin Frobisher, which sank in the area in 1578. These stones, from Baffin Island, which lies off the north coast of Canada, were being brought back to England but today one can still find examples on the shore below the promontory fort.

No formal excavation has yet taken place here although there are some artifacts from the site in the national collection.

Once Upon a Time in the Southwest

Ted Creedon

Drowned in Ventry

- Windsor and Eton Express 17 January, 1857

Last Thursday evening Mr. Garrett Cotter, Chief Boatman at the Ventry coast-guard station, was accidentally drowned when crossing the western ford on Ventry strand. It is understood he went to Dingle to collect the pay for the coast-guard station and headed back during daylight.

There are large blocks of stone placed across the river that flows through the strand and are used as stepping stones. They are always covered at high tide and it appears he must have missed one of the steps and was drowned.

His body was found on the strand after the tide had ebbed. The pay for coastguards was found in his pockets. His death has cast a gloom over the area as he was a very popular man and a native of Queenstown (Cobh).

Teacher kills teacher in Ardfert

- Shields Daily News, 29 August, 1905

At the Queenstown terminus of the Great Southern and Western Railway yesterday afternoon, Patrick O’Riordan and Thomas Driscoll were arrested on a charge of having murdered Mrs. Elizabeth O’Riordan, aged 25, at Ardfert, County Kerry.

Patrick O’Riordan who is a national school teacher, is the husband of the murdered woman and Driscoll is her brother. Mrs. O’Riordan, who was also a school teacher, was discovered dead in her bedroom on Sunday. Her neck was broken.

(At the Munster winter Assizes Patrick Riordan was found guilty of manslaughter and was sentenced to 15 years penal servitude. The jury did not agree about the involvement of Driscoll and he was put back.)

Crushed by a horse

- Kerry Reporter, 6 March, 1897

After returning from a wedding ceremony near Currans last Tuesday evening one of the guests was ‘trying’ his horse at a fence. The rider’s name was Loughlin and as he attempted the fence the horse bangled (?) badly, rolled over and seriously crushed the rider.

On recovering, the horse placed its foot on the man’s face, which was mangled almost beyond recognition. Medical help was sent for and Loughlin’s face was stitched up but he lies in a precarious condition.

(Contacted a Tralee equine centre but they had never heard of ‘bangled’)

Seizure of wreck tobacco in Tralee

- Cork Examiner, 29 February, 1868

About 3am this morning Constable Nolan and sub-Constable Guerin were on night patrol in the town. Their attention was drawn to two common carts passing through the town which seemed to be carrying heavy loads of flour or corn.

The two policemen thought it was unusual and suspicious for such transport at that time of night. They stopped the carmen and asked them some questions but were not satisfied with the responses and they began to examine the loads.

They discovered bags of tobacco which they believed to be smuggled so they took both men and their carts into custody. The tobacco is supposed to be from a ship that was recently wrecked near Caherciveen.

Lispole farmer attacked by bull

Kerry Evening Star, 25 August, 1904

A Lispole farmer named Stephen Hickson was walking through some farmland two days ago when he was suddenly attacked by a bull. He was knocked down and badly gored by the animal.

Dr. Miles was summoned from Dingle and he attended to the injured man. He found two of Mr. Hickson’s ribs were broken and other, lesser, injuries but his recovery is still in doubt.

(How did he get away from the bull? Did neighbours help?)

Lunatic on the loose in Derrymore

- Kerry Reporter, 18 March, 1899

A terrible tragedy occurred early on Wednesday morning at Derrymore, about six miles from Tralee. A man named John Sullivan reported to the police around 7am that he had been assaulted by a near-naked man on the road who had beaten him with a crop.

Acting Sergeant Mulrooney and two constables immediately went to the place where they found a man in his nightshirt speaking with a man named Sayers who was trying to get him to go home and get dressed. The man at the centre of the disturbance was named Patrick O’Donnell. Seeing that O’Donnell was obviously a maniac the sergeant grabbed him, with the help of the two constables and he was strapped up and under control.

The police then visited O’Donnell’s home and were shocked to find old Mrs O’Donnell, the mother of the detained man, lying outside the house. She had been beaten to death with a heavy stick that was found nearby and covered in blood.

Attack on police barracks

- Londonderry Sentinel, 09 December, 1880.

Last Sunday night a crowd of people attacked the police barracks at Castlegregory but ran off before the police could turn out. The night before that the police barracks at Ballyheigue was also attacked by a mob but there were no serious incidents reported.

Dingle CBS and BallyferriterTenders (Advertisement)

- Tralee Chronicle, 27 May, 1873

Estimates will be received from competent Builders for Building the Christian Brothers Convent and Schools, at Dingle, County Kerry, according to Plans and Specifications to be seen on application to Br. J. V. Hayes, Christian Schools Tralee.

Tenders to be lodged on or before 1st of JUNE NEXT. Br. P. J. Rice does not bind himself to accept the lowest or any Tender. Date/ May 6, 1872.

The Rev. William Egan, P. P. Ferriter, Dingle, is prepared to receive Tenders for the Erection of TWO NATIONAL SCHOOLS at Ferriter, in accordance with Plans and Specifications, to be seen at his residence. Date, May 14, 1873.

CLEO MURPHY

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17/04/24: Ladies: 1st Mary Farrell, 2nd Bríd Baker, Intervals: Nora Walsh and Anne Kavanagh, Gents: 1st John Sayers 2nd Thos. Maunsell, Intervals: Mary Connolly-Kenny and Mary Shanahan, Mystery: Susan Brosnan.

Solar..panels or tubes, what's the difference? Well they both provide hot water when heated by the sun’s energy, thus saving you energy, be it oil, gas or electricity.

A solar system will save up to 70% of your annual hot water bill. When it comes to tubes versus panels, the tubes are marginally more efficient than panels, but realistically the difference is small, especially when we have had such a great spell of sunshine.

Whist results 19/04/24 Ladies 1st Bríd Baker 2nd Maureen Dowling, Intervals: Mairead Ni Dubhda, Anne O'Connor. Gents: 1st Mary McKenna 2nd Sheila O'Connor Intervals: Denis Winter, Mary Shanahan Mystery: Kathleen Hennessy, Pam

There is another "solar system" known in the trade as "Thermodynamic" this is a solar panel that works in the dark. Yes with no sunshine,

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 to a unit and cylinder in your hot press. This is a compressor similar to what's found in a fridge, this unit pumps a refrigerant gas into the panel where it heats due to the fact that the gas has a very low boiling point 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 transferred to create heat. However, this unit is dependant on electricity to operate so while saving money on heating hot water it does so at

Set Dancing Classes: Set dancing classes every Thursday night in Halla le Chéile, Ballyguin. 7.30.9.30pm, Contact Timmy Walsh 087 9744099. Come along and enjoy yourself while getting fit.

Take for example a typical family home with 3 to 5 occupants, costs on average about €1,500 to €2,000 per year to heat, of which about a 1/4 to 1/3 of this is hot water, so a typical hot water bill for a family of 5 is somewhere in the region of €450 to €650 a year.

Office Staff & Maintenance/ground required (eligible for C.E. scheme) in Castlegregory. Please ring Joe Bric: 087 2682097

A solar system for a family of 5 can cost anything from €4,000 to €5,500 supplied and fitted, giving them a yearly saving of approx €350 to €500 and when you take into account the rising cost of energy, a system can pay for itself in 5 to 10 years.

Maintenance Person Required Full/Part Time. Guest House & Holiday Homes Castlegregory. Call/Text 087-1423312 News Items If any local groups have any news items they would like to be made known, such as match fixtures, results, courses or anything of special interest-could groups inform the office by 11am on Monday mornings so that it can be entered into the local community news items in the newspapers.

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Irish Whiskey Society - Dingle Tasting

The Irish Whiskey Society Dingle Chapter has acquired some whiskey over the past couple of years, from visiting ambassadors and the committee in Dublin and we intend to use these for our next tasting. They come from different distilleries and will also include 2 donated bottles by Dick Mack's pub and one other.

As a result, this tasting will cost each current member €10 to attend. There will be some very interesting and previously untried whiskies for our members to taste. John Benny's pub have kindly offered the Green Room to us to hold this tasting for which we are extremely grateful. We really look forward to seeing you there.'

When: Friday May 10

Time: 7.30pm

Venue: Green Room, John Bennys pub www.irishwhiskeysociety.com

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Tar éis suaitheadh agus dul chun cinn na seachtainí Earraigh atá ríofa cheana againn, filleann cluichí na gCiarraíoch ar ghnáthobair chlub sraithe. Is annamh a leanann dea-thorthaí a chéile go rialta, agus de ghnáth tagann deireadh le sruth an áidh níos túisce ná mar ba mhaith linn.

Ní gá bheith diomúch nuair a tharlaíonn a leithéid. Tráth athchóirithe, am le haghaidh breith smaointeach a dhéanamh ar na pleananna ar éirigh leo, agus b'fhéidir níos tábhachtaí ná sin iad san nár éirigh leo.

Mar gan aon agó tá cumas i measc fhoireann seo Chiarraí. Ní hé amháin go bhfuil sé ráite ina dtaobh againn, ach tá sé cruthaithe acu ar pháirc an imeartha.

An deacracht anois ná go gcaitear é chruthú arís is arís, seachtain i ndiaidh seachtaine, agus dá fheabhas iad, téann díobh bheith ar barr na maitheasa go buan. Agus le cur leis an deacracht, ní bhíonn gach éinne ar barr a mhaitheasa ag an am céanna.

Seachtain amháin beidh ionsaitheoir ar fheabhas, ach caillfear an cluiche de bharr droch-sheachtain ag na cosantóirí. Seachtain eile, cosaint den scoth, ach gan lucht lár páirce bheith gníomhach a ndóthain.

´Má b'ábhar díomá dóibh cois Sionna coicíos ó shin é nár éirigh leo an báire a chur san eangach, a bhuíochas de fear cúil Treaty, Corey Chambers, níor de bharr easba iarrachta é. Ach mar a tharla, ní raibhg lucht ionsaithe Luimnigh ag feidhmiú mar ba chóir, agus ní raibh mórán brú ar Antonio Tuta i gcúl na gCiarraíoch.

Cúis bróid eile mar sin féin a bhí sa toradh sin, an t-ochtú cluiche as a chéíle gan teip. Ag deireadh an tséasúir, beidh lion clubanna nach mbeidh an méid sin féin le maíomh acu.

Ar ais sa bhaile an Aoine dar gcionn, b'iad Baile Átha Luain a bhí chucu. Cé go bhfuil torthaí maithe bainte amach ag an club lár tíre sa bhaile, níl a chomh-thorthaí faighte acu agus iad ag taisteal. Agus bhí an cosúlacht ar chúrsaí go raibh an scéal sin ag leanúint i bPáirc Chnocán an Iolair nuair a chuir na Ciarraígh cic éirice san eangach roimh lár an chéad leath.

Bhí Kennedy Amechi (a scóráil an cúl sin), agus Ryan Kelliher ag cur chúl báire Enda Minogue faoi léigear, ach in aghaidh sruth na himeartha is ea d'aimsigh Ruben Ferreira cúl an chomhscóir cúpla nóiméad roimh an briseadh.

B'shin an t-am go mba chóir do Chiarraí treisiú lena n-iarrachtaí, ach b'é a mhalairt a tharla, ar shlí. Cé go raibh iarrachtaí fiúntacha ag Daire McCarthy agus Sean McGrath, bhí cosúlacht ar an gcuid eile go raibh an cluiche caillte cheana féin acu, ina n-intinní. Agus tháinig an tuar faoin tarraingreacht nuair a d'éirigh le Carl Mujaguzi cic as an ngnách a sheoladh caol díreach go cúl na heangaí thar Tuta isteach.

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Camp Notes

Brigid O'Connor

TEXT ALERT Dingle Gardai have launched a new Text Alert system for residents and businesses in the Dingle Peninsula. To be included in the system, contact Sgt James Hurley at Dingle Garda Station 066 9151522 or james.g.hurley@garda.ie.

DAFFODIL DAY Thank you to everyone who supported Daffodil Day in O'Dwyers Mace and Daybreak, Aughacasla. A total of €1712 was raised.

CAIRDE EOGHAN OPEN DAY Sunday April 28th 2.00 to 6.00 p.m at Coill Eoghan - Enjoy the bluebell woods of Kilteenbane, Camp V92F500. Please carpool as there is very limited parking.

Cairde Eoghan was formed in 2021 to support Eoghan O'Domhnaill to live a full life in his own community, in Camp. Enjoy meeting up with neighbours and friends in the magnificent woods and learn more about Cairde Eoghan and its aspirations. Refreshments will be served. Wear suitable footwear, walking boots, wellies and warm clothes if weather is cold or wet.

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Family and friends joined Donal Kelliher from Annagh to celebrate his 95th birthday at Keane's Bar, Curraheen recently. Local musician James Allman tells me that it was a great night of music and song and Donal himself enjoyed the celebrations very much.

We all have great memories of Donal, driving the school bus and pilgrimages to Knock up until a few years ago. A very popular gentleman, helpful and considerate. Donal, may you enjoy many more years of good health! Go maire tú go dti 110.

OBITUARY The news of the death of Aidan Walsh, Curraduff, Camp on 4th. April was received with great sadness in the locality. Aidan was a lovely young man, a real gentleman. He will be sadly missed in the village.

At Aidan's funeral Mass his cousin Deirdre recalled Aidan's life in a lovely tribute, a man of many talents. and skills. Clearly Aidan fulfilled and achieved so much in his short life. Deirdre concluded with the lovely words, “Aidan had a heart of gold and loved talking to people" and until we meet again may God hold you in the palm of his hand! Rest In Peace Aidan. Aidan was predeceased by his father Michael (2019), his uncle Billy (O’Leary 2002) and aunt Joan (O’Leary Maye 2023). Aidan is survived and will be sadly missed by his broken hearted family, his son Jordan, mother Mary (Fenit), stepfather Jerry (Lawlor), aunts Catherine (Smith- Kent), Marian (Healy- Kenmare) & uncle Brendan (O’Leary- Bray), his cousins, relatives and many friends. Full recording of Funeral Mass on www.rip.ie

DERRYQUAY NS QUIZ Derryquay NS quiz night at O'Neills Railway Tavern, Camp raised a massive €1221.

The committee wishes to extend a huge thank you to all who came along on the night and to Sean Barry for being such a great quiz master as always. A special thanks to our school parents in particular Irene Passway, Annette Boyle and Brid Brosnan who put so much work into the night, which was such a success. Well done all.

Thanks to Anne and Tracy O'Neill Railway Tavern for their great venue and genuine hospitality. The funds raised on the night will help support future school activities for all pupils attending our wonderful little school. Míle Buíochas do foireann na scoile agus an fior obair ó lá go lá bliain i ndiaidh blian.

INTERNATIONAL FIRE CONFERENCE Delegates from around the world gathered in The Rose Hotel Tralee last week for the seventh international fire behaviour and fuels conference of the International Association of Wildland Fire. A visit ro Glenteenassig Forest Park and a drive around the Dingle Peninsula was enjoyed by all, finishing up in The Railway Tavern Camp for some well deserved refreshments and relaxation. Ciaran Nugent Forestry Inspectorate, Department of Agriculture deserves to be highly complimented on the huge success of this event. The conference was a hybrid event meaning it linked up with Boise, Idaho in the USA and Canberra, Australia through technology. What a wonderful event to bring to Tralee and the Dingle Peninsula to showcase our beautiful landscape and scenery. The event was supported by Kerry Co. Council and local agencies, Coillte, Parks and Wildlife. Well done all.

Remember When....

The "Dingle" sign was put up on Cnoc a' Chairn one night in September 2005

Photos: Mossy Donegan

Dingle Notes

Richie Williams

FÉILE. Féile Na Bealtaine Dingles Annual May Festival has for many years now been recognised as Ireland's Premier Cultural Event attracting artists and supporters from all corners of the globe to venues throughout Corca Dhuibhne.

Céad Míle Fáilte to all who come for all or part of the weekend which starts on Wednesday May 1st with the Dingle New Music Choir and Orchestra Concert through to the Slán Abhaile Party on Monday evening May 6th. Each day has a full schedule of activities so we encourage our readers in particular to come out and support some of the huge number of events on the programme.

Full details of the events schedule appear elsewhere in this edition.

RIDE DINGLE. Céad Míle Fáilte also to all who come to the peninsula this weekend for the popular Ride Dingle Event which commences early on Saturday morning from Dingle town.

Participants head west towards Ventry returning via Slea Head and Ballyferriter to Dingle. Then the long course enthusiasts continue to climb the Conor Pass into Camp and return to the finishing line via Annascaul and Lispole.

Some road closures are envisaged for the safety of the participants and all road users are asked for patience and cooperation with the stewards along the route.

Most of the proceeds collected from the participants will be donated to local voluntary and charitable organisations who help out along the route.

TIDY TOWNS. The Tidy Towns Committee wish to thank all who helped collect 37 full bags of litter from the approach roads around Dingle during the Annual County Clean Up Day. A special mention for the Ukrainian Community who really contributed great numbers and enthusiasm to be part of this community event. Also thanks to our drivers who conveyed the participants to various starting points and to KWD and Kerry Co Co who arranged the distribution and collection of the bags and materials on the day.

As usual the majority of the litter collected was made up from the disposal by Fast Food users of cans, tins, boxes, containers and wrappings plus some unsuccessful lottery tickets.

DARKNESS INTO LIGHT WALK.

The Annual Darkness Into Light Walk which collects funds for Pieta House is scheduled for Saturday May 11th commencing at 4a.m.

Participants are reminded to register online prior to the event.

QUIZ Dingle Ladies Football Club wish to remind all quiz enthusiasts of their fundraising night in the Dingle Bay Hotel on Friday April 26th starting at 9p.m. Everybody welcome.

STUDENTS SUCCESS Comhgairdeachas dos na daltaí ó Phobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne a bhuaidh an príomh duais i gComórtas Naisiúnta Clár na gComhlachtaí urraithe ag Údarás Na Gaeltachta le déanaí. Bhain an tarna foireann ón bPobalscoil an-mholadh ó na gcigirí comh maith sa Comórtas agus molaimid na daltaí uiligh, na muinteoirí agus na tuismitheoirí as an iarracht iontach seo arís imbliana.

PÁIRC

NÁISIÚNTA NUA Páirc Náisiúnta Chorca Dhuibhne is my suggested name for the news reaching us today of the purchase of up to 70,000 acres of land and sea bed mainly around the Dingle Peninsula by Rialtas Na hEireann for

the people of Ireland.

Depending on the proper investment, locally based community and business involvement and input mixed with shrewd planning this project has the potential to rival the best there is in any part of the developed world. Let's hope it provides the much needed employment potential for so many young people who wish to live and work in their native county.

Well done to all who were involved in the planning and forward thinking and relatively secret negotiations behind the scenes to bring wonderful project to a satisfactory conclusion or should I say the project starting line as basically a lot of serious work only begins now.

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Clár Féile na Bealtaine

Time Event and location

Wednesday/Dé Céadaoin

Gaeil ar son Gaza

8pm Dingle new music choir - Skellig Hotel

9pm Tinte na Bealtaine - Around Dingle

Thursday Dé Déardaoin

9.30am Fearghas MacLochlainn - I Scoileanna

10am Nature Tales - I Scoileanna

10am–6pm Carol Cronin - Carol Cronin Gallery

10am Art Ex. Open all day

1pm Nature Tales - I Scoileanna

1pm Fearghas MacLochlainn - I Scoileanna

1pm Oscailt Féile na Bealtaine - Sean Bhaid Clós

2pm LilyMais - Dingle Marina

3pm Yunjee Kim- Sweet Pea

4pm Ar Shlí na Fírinne - Dingle Garden Townhouse

5pm Opening Art Ex. (Díseart)

6pm Cáis-

6.30pm Ex. Fine Art Tapestries- Siopa na bhFiodoirí

7pm Brian Little - Kennedy’s Pub

7pm Tomás Ó Lúing - Dingle Garden Townhouse

8pm Catherine Young - Bunscoil an Chlochar

Friday/Dé hAoine

Ciara Dorgan

Great Blasket Mural - Nellie Fred’s

9am Adventures - I Scoileanna

9.15am Púca Puipéad - I Scoileanna

9.30am Yoga le Ilonka - An Díseart

10am Nature Tales - I Scoileanna

10am–4pm Print Party Pop-Up - Díseart Gardens

11am Yoga for everybody - Clós na bhFiodóirí

12–5pm Elouise Flannery - Annascaul

12.15pm Adventures - I Scoileanna

1pm Nature Tales - I Scoileanna

1pm Tramski and Hoffman - Ballineanig

1pm Choctaw - Courthouse

1.30pm Púca Puipéad - I Scoileanna

2pm Rhonwen Hayes - Pig and Leaf Coffee

2.30pm Hugh O’Donnell - Dingle Bookshop

3pm Pauline Culbert - Bean In Dingle

3.30pm Ann Reilly - Dingle Tourist Office

4pm Death in Irish Prehistory - Díseart Fresco

4.30pm Opening Art Ex.Rice House

5pm Karate Demo - Old Boat Yard

5pm Opening Ex. Ionad an Bhlascaoid/The Blasket Centre

5.30 Zoe Uí Fhaoláin/Michael Kelly - Diseart

6pm No Room at the Inn - Courthouse

6pm Ríona - Díseart Chapel

6.30pm Abe Boland - Annascaul Community Centre

7pm Jack O’Rourke - St James’ Church

7.30pm Zoe Uí Fhaoláin/Michael Kelly - Díseart

8.30pm Rachael Lavelle - Díseart Chapel

9pm Club na Féile - The Green Room

9pm Comedy Club - Sullivan’s, Garraí

9.30pm Aistear Pheig Mhór - Curran’s Yard

Saturday/Dé Sathairn

Dingle Carnival Band

9.30am Yoga le Ilonka - An Díseart

9.30am–1pm Fisín - St James’ Church

10am–12 n Micheal Keegan Dolan Dance Workshop

10am–1pm The Book Clinic - An Díseart

10am The Dingle Druid

10am–4pm Print Party Pop-Up - Díseart Gardens

10am–1pm Sonofafox Screen Print - Dick Mack’s

10am Poetry at Dick Mack’s

10.30am Community Hospital Cake Sale

11am Kite Flying - Ventry Beach

11am–4pm Make your mark in Stone - Díseart Gardens

11am–4pm Poetry Cocoon - Corner of Green and Strand Street

11am Siúlóid na nGallán - Cloghane Church

11am Carl O’Flaherty - Green Room

11am Qi Gong & Tai Chi - An Díseart

11.30am The Grannies - Díseart Gardens

12–6pm Dingle Market

12 noon Recent Excavations - Díseart Fresco

12 noon Lotus Hall - Díseart Gardens

12.30pm Laura Barry - Laura’s Studio

1–2.30pm Sona Sauna - Ventry Beach

1pm Cormac Begley - Secret location

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1.30pm Liam O’Neill - Liam O’Neill Studio

2pm Rob Beighton - McCarthy’s Bar

2pm Signal Moments - Dingle Bookshop

3pm Tales from a Small Island - Courthouse

2–4pm Lá na bPáistí - Dingle Town Park

2–6pm Dragon’s Tail (M. Brett) - Clinic Cois Abhann

2pm Segotia - Kennedy’s Bar

2pm Voices of Limerick - St. Mary’s Church

2.30pm Niall Naessens - Green Lane Gallery

3pm Silke Michels - Díseart Gardens

3pm Iontas na gCrann - Díseart Fresco

3pm Susan O’Neill - Díseart Gardens

3.30pm Pat and Tony Owen - Marina Centre

4pm Silke Michels - Díseart Nano

4pm Louis Mulcahy - Díseart Chapel

4pm DJs Caolan & Jack B2B - Dick Mack’s Yard

4.30pm Clodagh Edwards - Dillon Gallery

4.30pm Honora O’Neill - Dillon Gallery

6pm Service – St James

5pm Myth of Scáil - Courthouse

5.30pm The Heart of a Tree - Dillon Gallery

6pm Dingle Youth Theatre - Bunscoil an Chlochar

6pm Sudden Wells - St James’ Church

6.30pm Dúchas agus Dóchas - Ionad an Bhlascaoid

6.30pm Harry Clarke - Dillon Gallery

7.30pm Pagan Rave - Gather at the Mart

8pm Comedy Club - The Green Room

9.30pm Céilí Cheann Trá - Halla Ceann Trá

10pm–12 DJ Caolan Ryan - McCarthy’s Bar

Sunday/Dé Domhnaigh

8am Gallarus Dawn Chorus

9–10.30am Yoga Beats - An Díseart

9.30am A Snail’s Tail - Fungie Statue

10.30am Teidí, Hóigh hóigh, hóigh! - Díseart Gardens

10am–1pm Sonofafox Screen Print - An Díseart

10am–4pm Print Party Pop-Up - An Díseart

10am Family Fun Run - Old Boat Yard

10am Strolling through Time - Clogher beach

10am–3pm DJ Evan Boyle - Báinín Café, Annascaul

10.30am Yoga with Danielle - An Díseart

11am Kerry international film - Courthouse

11am Inis Mara - Dingle Bookshop

Bealtaine/ May

11am–4pm Make your mark in Stone - Díseart Gardens

11am–4pm Poetry Cocoon - Corner of Green and Strand Street

11.30pm Aifreann na Féile - St. Mary’s Church

12 noon Aistear Pheig Mhór - Curran’s

12.30pm Dr Seuss Reading - Dingle Bookshop

1pm Laura Elands - McCarthy’s Bar

12.30pm Cormac Begley & Lemoncello - Díseart Gardens

1.30pm A Snail’s Tail - Díseart Gardens

2pm Sing Along Social - Dick Mack’s Yard

2pm Cath Fionn Trá - Ionad Chaitlíona

3pm A Snail’s Tail - Sean bhád-chlós

3.30pm LAAHFER B2B RIAN - Paddy Bawn Brosnan’s

3.30pm Siamsa Tíre - Díseart Gardens

4pm Lumina - Díseart Chapel

4pm Pa Sheehy - Paidí Ó Sé’s Pub

5pm Toxic Relationships - Bunscoil an Chlochar

5pm Rhob Cunningham - McCarthy’s Bar

5pm Ukrainian Code - St. Mary’s Church

6pm Stephen James Smith - Díseart Fresco

6.30pm Síol - Ionad an Bhlascaoid

7.30 - close Shift Shack Soundsystem - Dick Mack’s Yard

7.30–9pm King Kong - Paul Geaney’s

8pm Paddy O’Neill - Halla le Chéile

9pm Club na Féile: Hewan - The Green Room

10pm Attention Bébé - Patcheen‘Bar

10pm Clinker Babbage - Courthouse

Monday/Dé Luain

11am Open Trad Session ‘ - Díseart Gardens

11.30am Yoga with Danielle - An Díseart

12 noon Aisteóirí Aisteacha- Halla na Feothanaí

12.30pm Ceol Taoide - St James’

1pm Marc McMenamin - Courthouse

2pm Laura Elands - McCarthy’s Bar

2pm Trá Phaidín - Díseart Gardens

2pm The Voice behind the Veil - Díseart Nano

3pm Cuas - St James’ Church

3pm Diarmuid de Faoite - An Café Liteartha

4pm Dingle Community Choir - Skellig Hotel

5pm Cat Dowling - O’Flaherty’s Bar

Our beloved mother, Brenda Kavanagh McKenna, late of Greys Lane in Dingle, passed away in April last year in Dublin after a long battle with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease.

A primary school teacher for a great many years, Brenda was held in the highest regard by all fortunate enough to have known her, especially her children, friends, colleagues and many hundreds of past pupils. This was perhaps best illustrated by the vast numbers that attended services in Portmarnock and again in Dingle, on her final journey home to Milltown cemetery, overlooking Dingle Bay.

With her first anniversary approaching, we, her children, have been reflecting on our childhood and our lives with her, recalling anecdotes that brought laughs through our tears and feel that sharing some here will provide an insight into who our dear mother was as a person.

1st Anniversary Brenda Kavanagh

In her formative years, Brenda attended Coláiste Íde boarding school in Burnham. She had long wished to become a primary school teacher, however, as she was not blessed with a singing voice, which was a prerequisite in Ireland at the time, she decided to go abroad to fulfil her dream. She completed her Higher Diploma in Southampton University, where, as she would often delight in telling us, she first saw a traffic light. After completing her studies, she returned to Ireland to take up a job in Portmarnock National School, North County Dublin, where she would teach for the next 38 years.

Soon after settling in, she founded the first camogie team in the town. Each September she would have her class create flags and banners in preparation for the All-Ireland finals. More often than not these would be in green and gold and she would take great pleasure at the reaction of her pupils’ Dublin-born parents. Each Halloween she would decorate the house and dress up as a witch to give the children that called to the house a scare and make it all that bit more magical. On Christmas mornings she would have to be the first down the stairs just so she could see the joy on our faces.

Despite the distance, she would return to the beloved county of her birth at every opportunity, piling us into the car or onto the train to spend each school holiday and endless summers among her friends, with her parents, and with her beloved brother, Pat. A life-long Gaeilgeoir, she

would attend courses as Gaeilge in Dún Chaoin and Ballyferriter, meet friends in Ventry, and take us around Slea Head and Connor Pass, instilling in us a profound love of West Kerry.

Given Brenda’s enchanting personality she would gain friends wherever she went and was always charmed to be out ‘galivanting’ whenever the opportunity arose. Her nature was kind, gentle, and so very generous. She enjoyed long walks, gardening, meeting friends and participating in the drama society. She loved her ‘style’, as she called it, and looking through old photos since her passing, we forever see her draped in colour … oftentimes head to toe in electric pink.

We loved our mother dearly because she was just so easy to love. For example, she had an adorable habit of giggling the moment a camera was pointed in her direction. The longer it took for the photo to be taken, the louder her giggling would become. She was truly the best mother one could hope for, putting our needs before her own at all times. We would often hear our friends’ laments, wishing they had a mother as marvellous as she was. However, we were the lucky ones to have her as our own; someone so interested in our lives, providing endless encouragement, and so eager for us to be happy above all else.

Brenda was a selfless and compassionate person who enveloped us with warmth and comfort. She listened without judgment, provided guidance without force, and loved unconditionally. Her touch was soothing, her laughter contagious, and her smile lit up the world around her. She gave her heart and soul to us, and her unconditional love was a beacon that was truly felt by us all.

We would like to extend wholehearted thanks to our own friends who were such a comfort during what was an adverse and highly trying time. We would also like to thank everyone who attended the services as well as those who couldn’t be present for all their kind words of condolence and their stories of how they knew and were affected by her.

She was our mother, a truly wonderful person, and will be eternally missed.

- Caroline, Morgan, and Nicola McKenna

Recently a group of 16 French students and two of their teachers from Lyceé Jean Perrin in Marseille took part in an exchange with students from Meán Scoil Nua an Leith-Triúigh, Castlegregory. The students experienced the best of Irish culture and hospitality while visiting beautiful West Kerry and engaging in many activities as part of their exchange programme. They all had a wonderful experience with their host families and exchange partners. Many tears were shed when the students returned to Marseilles. In May students from Meán Scoil will head to Marseilles for their exchange. The exchange programme was organised by Ms Carol O'Brien Brien and Ms Fiona Ní Bhrosnacháin and was made possible with Erasmus+.funding

ones. (Bacon, cabbage and purple potatoes anyone?) British Queens are a variety of potato that were bred by a man called Archibald Finlay in Scotland. They have great flavour and floury flesh.

When you grow potatoes inside a polytunnel they will be ready to harvest approximately one month before any outside, so at the moment we are eagerly awaiting the flowers, which will indicate that we can begin digging, hopefully in only a few more weeks! Digging up potatoes is one of my favourite harvests, how much treasure will there be under

Féile na Bealtaine 2024

2ú - 6ú Bealtaine. 2nd - 6th May

Tá tinnte na Bealtaine á lasadh againn arís, agus muid ag casadh i dtreo an solas, ag oscailt ár gcroithe, ár n-aigní, ár gcorpanna dos na healaíon agus dá chéile. These are 5 days of miracle and wonder: let’s open up to the unknown, the unexpected and the unintentional!

As usual we have more events than we can properly describe or control. It’s an outpouring of our community’s need to create and celebrate, to let loose and live. Please take the opportunity to try something new, is deis é briseadh amach ó nósanna ár ngáth-shaol.

Féile na Bealtaine continues to renew, and we are really grateful to our newer younger volunteers this year who have begun to put their own imprint on the festival. We are as ever grateful to the openness of all the businesses, schools, voluntary groups and individuals who welcome us in, and help keep this show on the road.

Táimid 30 bliain ar an bhfód anois agus na lasracha fós ag léimneach. feilenabealtaine.ie

Hope Guatemala

Travelling

Twenty years ago Eddy Dieckmann, Ventry and his daughter Renana, Germany, travelled for the first time to Guatemala. Last January they decided to travel together again.

"After our first trip we founded, along with friends, the associations Nuevo Dia (Germany) and Hope Guatemala (Ireland). Many projects were implemented to improve the lives of the Mayan population.

This time we visited the health and nutrition centre CERNE , Chimaltenango where we are feeding 40 to 50 children every day and employ a doctor.

We also met with student in Alta Verapaz, the Highlands, whom we are supporting in their education with scholarships and education fees.

We took part in the ignauration of a newly built health centre to help to improve the situation of children and pregnant women in Xejuyup and the surrounding communities.

And finally we got the opportunity to meet the members of the community Laguna Ixcoch, Peten, high in the North of the country.

They were delighted that we handed over a document for a plot of land where they can build new houses and move from their flooded land and destroyed homes.

The families thanked us for bringing hope for a better future for their children.

We set out with light luggage and returned fully loaded with many words of hope, concern and dreams. We would like to pass on the gratitude to everybody involved with Hope Guatemala.

We realised and experienced again how little is important in life, but how important the little things are.

Hope Guatemala will have a raffle and cake sale at Féile na Bealtaine on 5th May from 11.00am in Dick Mack's Courtyard.

Please visit our website www.hopeguatemala.org

Congratulations to Kieran Keane from Lispole who won a county juvenile award at the Kerry Athletics Awards recently at the Killarney Heights hotel in recognition of his shot putting success last year.

Deiseanna Cainte - Ná bí cúthaileach!

Tae & Plé

Bíonn Tae & Plé againn na haon Déardaoin, deis iontach atá anseo duit do chuid Gaelainne a chleachtadh i spás nádúrtha. Fáiltímid daoine nódh i gconaí - Bígí Linn!

Tá grúpa Whatsapp againn anois chun ionad a dheimhniú gach seachtain. Cuir teachtaireacht chugainn ag 087 7004 884 más mian leat a bheith sa ghrúpa!

Tae & Plé is a brilliant opportunity to practice natural conversation as Gaelainn - New members are always welcome!

- Gach Déardaoin

- 12.00i.n.

- Óstán Benners

Seisiún Cainte do Ghlantosnaitheoirí

Tagann grúpa le chéile gach tráthnóna Dé Máirt i gcóir seisiún cainte neamhfhoirmeálta i siopa Outwest ar Sráid an Dóirín. Is slí sóisialta é seo chun frasaí úsáideacha a foghlaim gur féidir úsáid agus tú ag dul i mbun do chúraim sa Daingean!

Every Tuesday evening we’ve been coming together at Outwest Clothing on Green Street to learn a few useful phrases and sentences to help you use your Gaelainn while you go about your day in Dingle. It’s a relaxed atmosphere for complete beginners - Bígí Linn!

- Gach Máirt

- 7:00i.n

- Outwest

Ár mbuíochas le Outwest as ucht tacú linn!

Imeachtaí Féile na Bealtaine:

Ní fada uainn Féile na Bealtaine, an deireadh seachtaine is fearr don bhliain! Beidh Dúchas an Daingin ag tacú le cúpla imeacht le linn na deireadh seachtaine agus táimid ag súil go mór leo.

Coiméad súil amach mar beidh deiseanna cainte éagsúla ag dul ar aghaidh le linn an deireadh seachtaine.

Dé Sathairn an 4ú Bealtaine - 1:00i.n

Bothántaíocht & Caifé Nourish Dingle i gclós an Chapaill Dhuibh

Tar ag bothántaíocht linn chun tús mhaith a chur leis an ndeireadh seachtaine. Lig do scíth, ól braon caifé agus beidh craic againn le chéile.

Dé Sathairn an 4ú Bealtaine - Dé Domhnaigh an 5ú Bealtaine 11r.n - 4i.n

Filíocht ar Chluasáin, Bun na Sráide, Sráid an Dóirín.

Áthas orainn tacú leis an gCocún Filíochta. Tóg sos beag agus éist le filí Dhuibhneacha i gcúinne ciúin.

Dé hAoine an 3ú Bealtaine - Dé Luain an 6ú Bealtaine

Fiach an Daingin - Timpeall an Bhaile

Bailigh liosta ó Garvey’s nó ón nDíseart agus beidh an deireadh seachtaine ar fad agaibh an tóraíocht a dhéanamh. Sonraí le fáil ar Instagram @ duchasaindaingin agus ar https://linktr.ee/duchasandaingin

Beidh duaiseanna den scoth le buachaint!

Dé Luain an 6ú Bealtaine - 2:00i.n

Trá Pháidín - Gáirdíní an Dísirt

Beidh Trá Pháidín, banna cheol le cúlra traidisúnta, rac-cheol agus snagcheol acu, ag seinm i nGáirdíní an Dísirt. Tar ag rince linn!

Frásaí & Nathanna Úsáideach / Useful Phrases & Terms

Bain triail astu sa ar na meáin an tseachtain seo! Why not try some of these on your posts this week!

- An bhfuil ticéad ceannaithe agat don gceolchoirm?

- Tá ticéid le buachaint sa chomórtas

- Tá’n imeacht san díolta amach

- Tá ticéad breise agam - ab bhfuil sé uait?

-Is féidir díol isteach ag an ndoras

-An bhfuil aon phleananna agat don deireadh seachtaine saoire bainc?

- Táim féin ag dul thar learr

- Táimse ag obair don deireadh seachtaine ach bead saor ar an Luan

-Beidh barra gheal ar an áit!

- An deireadh seachtaine is fearr don bhliain!

- Did you buy a ticket for the concert?

- You can win tickets in the competition.

- That event is sold out

-I have a spare ticket - do you want it?

-You can pay in at the door

- Do you have any plans for the long weekend?

-I’m going abroad

- I’m working for the weekend but I’ll be off Monday

-The place will be packed!

- The best weekend of the year!

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Tourism News

Dingle Peninsula Tourism Alliance

Dia dhaoibh go léir agus tá súil againn go bhfuil ag éirí go maith libh

Hello to all and we hope you are keeping well I hope you have all been enjoying the few days of fine weather we have had recently and long may it continue. It has been great to see the numbers of visitors increasing as we head toward the summer season.

A new national park on the Peninsula

The big story announced in the news this week with the official launch in the Dingle Skellig Hotel was the intention to create a new national park called Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara. This will be Ireland's first marine national park & our eighth national park in total.

The park offers a wonderful opportunity for local businesses as well as the surrounding community. The fact that we will all be able to have an input into how this project takes shape, through the intended engagement across West Kerry, means that we’ll be able to have our say before a management plan is developed.

From a tourism point of view, it would be regarded as a very positive step towards preserving the landscape and continuing to provide quality sustainable tourism. It would help us to continue our efforts to encourage visitors to extend their visit to the Peninsula by staying longer which ultimately helps local businesses and community, whilst enabling the visitors to really appreciate the language, culture and heritage that we have to offer and enjoy the walking, biking, water activities to name but a few that contribute to the slowing down and benefiting from the whole wellness of the Dingle Peninsula.

This is a move that could definitely benefit everyone on the Peninsula whether it be directly or indirectly, and Dingle Peninsula Tourism Alliance looks forward to being a part of the deep consultation on behalf of our local business members so that your voice is heard. We will be keeping you all up to date as the process gets going.

Western Mass Officials visit the Dingle Peninsula

The Greater Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau (GSCVB), using the brand Explore Western Mass and the Dingle Peninsula Tourism Alliance have announced a co-marketing program to promote the Dingle Peninsula in Western Massachusetts and the Western Mass region on the Dingle Peninsula and throughout County Kerry.

Members of the Western Mass tourism community and officials from the Dingle Peninsula’s Sister City, West Springfield, Massachusetts will travel to Dingle April 30th to May 5th to participate in the Feile na Bealtaine, meet with the Dingle Peninsula Tourism Alliance, the local business community, and media.

A Chance to win a Free Holiday!!!!

Explore Western Mass – Friday 3rd to Sunday 5th of May celebrating Western Mass at Féile na Bealtaine Picture Yourself in Western Mass by stopping by the Explore Western Mass photo booth during the festival. The booth will be setup in front of Garvey’s Supervalu, Dingle town and by posting a picture on social media, one lucky participant will win a trip to Western Mass courtesy of Aer Lingus. Visit the booth and meet them to learn more about this beautiful part of Massachusetts that includes West Springfield, Dingle’s Sister City.

Location: Garvey’s SuperValu, Dingle

Friday 3rd: Noon to 6pm

Saturday 4th: 10am to 6pm

Sunday 5th: 10am to 2pm

National Tourism Strategy

This public consultation builds on previous focused sectoral and stakeholder consultation across the tourism sector. The questionnaire itself is primarily based on the guiding principles of the report of the Sustainable Tourism Working Group, established under the Tourism Action Plan 2019-2021 but also provides an opportunity for the public to provide any other views on what should be included in the new Policy Framework. Amongst the topics covered in the questionnaire are how to encourage tourists to visit less established destinations and to travel outside of peak season but also how to reduce the carbon footprint of the sector. Respondents are

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also asked their views on how to protect Ireland’s natural and heritage assets.

The full survey can be accessed at https://ec.europa. eu/eusurvey/runner/TourismPolicy2024

The closing date for receipt of observations is 5pm on Friday 26th April 2024.

Sustainable Tourism Breakfast Networking Event

An opportunity to connect with tourism businesses and organisation’s working in the area of sustainability while also hearing from inspiring speakers will be held on Wednesday, 1st May at the Killarney Park Hotel from 7:30am - 10:00am

For further information please visit: https://www. sustainabletourismnetwork.ie/

Nasc Áitiúil Chorca Dhuibhne / Local Link Services Dingle Peninsula

Let’s continue to support our Local Link Services this summer. It’s a fantastic way to get about the whole peninsula visiting experiences and getting to walking trails – a great way to explore, discover and enjoy leaving the car parked! For the timetable, visit https://www.dingle-peninsula. ie/plan

Bígí linn! Let’s stay connected - follow Dingle Peninsula Tourism Alliance on all social media Platforms. When sharing with #DinglePeninsula and #CorcaDhuibhne we can share with the Alliances’ reach of almost 40,000 followers as they plan their holidays this year…

o Facebook: @dingle.official

o Instagram: dinglepeninsulatourism

o Twitter: @DinglePeninsula

#CorcaDhuibhne #DinglePeninsula #FanTamaillínEile #StayALittleLonger

Getting Active across the Peninsula! Make the most of our longer days……. Try a new walk or trail from Súilóidí Chorca Dhuibhne - for the full range of walks and trails across the peninsula visit the walking section on our website: https://www. dingle-peninsula.ie/

COMHAONTAS TURASÓIREACHTA CHORCA DHUIBHNE Ag Cur Chorca Dhuibhne Chun Cinn Le Chéile

DINGLE PENINSULA TOURISM ALLIANCE Promoting the Dingle Peninsula Together

AIDO'S CAFE ANNASCAUL BREAKFAST & LUNCH ANNASCAUL POTTERY & GIFTS Food to takeaway

• Adult & Children Art Classes

• Chess - Thursdays 7pm

• Pottery Lessons

Harissa Baked Chicken and Mint Yogurt

Suddenly I Understand

How many times have I read this?

But never got past the first page

How many times have I heard this song?

www.westkerrylive.ie

And tried to sing along

Then realised

I don’t know the words

More than two lines in

But today it’s different

West Kerry Live 23

Wait – is THAT what they mean?

It's suddenly hit home

It’s not what I expected

It's not what I expected at all

It's better.

- Artwork and words by Laurence Jones.

Mark Murphy, Dingle Cookery School

Prepare your taste buds for a journey to the vibrant flavours of North Africa with our exciting Harissa Baked Chicken. Bursting with aromatic spices and rich, fiery harissa paste, this dish is a celebration of bold flavours and hearty comfort. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a flavourful weeknight meal, let this dish take you to North Africa. An easy one that will leave you wanting more.

Ingredients for the chicken

4 tbsp harissa paste

2 lemons juiced

4 cloves of garlic, crushed

1 tsp. honey

4 chicken legs

1 red onion, chopped into rough dice

3-4 tomatoes, chopped

2 tbsp olive oil

bunch of flat leaf parsley, chopped for the yogurt

100ml natural yogurt

small bunch of mint leaves, chopped finely

Method for the chicken

Mix the harissa, lemon juice, garlic and honey together. Generously rub this over the chicken. Place this in a bowl and leave this for a about an hour to marinate.

Preheat the oven to 170ºC

Add the red onions and tomato to the bowl along with some olive oil, salt and pepper. Mix this all together. Place this in a roasting tray and then put this into the oven.

This will take about 40 minutes to cook. While this is cooking you can make the pilaf.

For the mint yogurt, mix the mint and yogurt together.

At this stage the chicken should be cooked, use a small knife to pierce the chicken and check inside.

Add the remaining lemon juice and chopped parsley over the chicken. Bain Taitneamh As!!

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Tobar Dhuibhne - Plean Teanga Chiarraí Thiar - Eolas & Nuacht

Tobar Dhuibhne - West Kerry Language Plan - Info & News

Ní fada uainn an samhradh, agus Féile na Bealtaine ar leac an dorais againn! Ré nua a bheidh ann leis an séasúr nua, agus beidh deis againn go léir an Ghaelainn a láidriú sa dúthaigh. Beidh Tobar Dhuibhne anso le tacú libh i gcónaí i dtaobh na Gaelainne. Ualach ar siúl againn mar is gnáthach mar sin scaip na scéalta!

Summer isn’t far away, and Féile na Bealtaine is on our doorstep! A new season brings a new era, and we’ll all have an opportunity Tobar Dhuibhne will be here to support you always with regards Irish. We have loads on the go – as usual – so spread the word!

Laochra Am Lóin le hAnn Ní Chíobháin agus daltaí na Pobalscoile – spreag scéal Ann maidir le cúrsaí teilifíse, craoltóireachta agus gnó na daltaí go mór i dtaobh na Gaelainne!

Post mar Oifigeach Pleanála Teanga

Buíochas leis na daoine a dhein iarratas ar an bpost mar Oifigeach Pleanála Teanga – beidh sé go hiontach leanúint leis na ndea-obair ó Thobar Dhuibhne amach anseo!

Imeachtaí Thobar Dhuibhne / Tobar Dhuibhne’s events

• Ceardlann Scríbhneoireachta le Noelie Ó Maoileoin – dírithe ar lúibíní & agallaimh bheirte. Dé Céadaoin, 1ú & 8ú Bealtaine, 19:30 – 21:00.

• Guth na nÓg – 8ú Bealtaine, ag a 16:30 in Óstán Benner’s - deis do dhaoine óga teacht le chéile chun tuairimí a thabhairt ar an bpleanáil teangan agus cúrsaí Gaelainne.

• Siúlóid le Conall Ó Cíobháin – 7ú Bealtaine, 8ú

• Seisiún Saibhris - le Máire Ní iarlaithe, gach Céadaoin ag a 10:00 in Áras Bhréanainn. Cruinneas, saibhreas agus Gaelainn nádúrtha á bplé ag Máire - dírithe ar chainteoirí líofa, agus fáilte speisialta roimis thuismitheoirí & seantuismitheoirí!

• Ciorcal Comhrá - gach Céadaoin ag a 11:00 in Áras Bhréanainn, Baile an Fheirtéaraigh. Fáilte roimh chách // all welcome.

• Scoláireachtaí do Chúrsa Ollscoile le hOllscoil Mhá Nua á dtairiscint ag Tobar Dhuibhne chun tabhairt fé’n nDioplóma i Múineadh na Gaelainne do Dhaoine Fásta. Bí i dteagmháil linn chun seo a fhiosrú!

Deascéalta

Seo daoibh blaiseadh des na scéalta maithe mar a bhaineann siad leis an nGaelainn ar fuaid na háite:

• Nach maith é go bhfuil “Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara” againn sa Ghaeltacht i gCorca Dhuibhne – mórán féidearthachtaí ann an Ghaelainn a

thaispeáint don ndomhan mór, agus oidhreacht an cheantair a chur chun cinn!

• Bhí Ardfheis na nÓg i gCorca Dhuibhne le déanaí – 120 duine óg Gaeltachta agus ó Ghaelcholáistí chun cás na teangan a mheá agus scileanna a fhoghlaim. Buíochas le Coláistí Chorca Dhuibhne & Conradh na Gaeilge as an ócáid iontach seo a riaradh!

• Is i gCorca Dhuibhne a bheidh an Fhéile Náisiúnta Drámaíochta aríst i mbliana, ar an bhFeothanaigh ar an 26 & 27 Aibreán. An mbeidh fonn drámaíochta ort?

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It’s All In The Mind:

Just For Now

Orla Smyth

JUST FOR NOW

It only takes a reminder to breathe, a moment to be still, and just like that, something in me settles, softens, makes space for imperfection. The harsh voice of judgment drops to a whisper and I remember again that life isn’t a relay race; that we will all cross the finish line; that waking up to life is what we were born for. As many times as I forget, catch myself charging forward without even knowing where I’m going, that many times I can make the choice to stop, to breathe, and be, and walk slowly into the mystery

-Donna Faulds

It’s so easy to be so busy, caught up with life’s twists and turns. This beautiful poem by Danna Faulds reminds me to just stop and breathe and to just be for a moment. To switch from doing to being and resting for a while. The georgous weather we ‘ve had lately lends itself to taking a moment and simply feeling the warm sun on your skin or absorbing the stunning panoramas as you walk by. But it doesn’t matter where you are or what you are doing : what matters is the pause.

Orla Smyth - certified teacher of Mindfulness Based Stress Relief (MBSR) and Dot B. -mindful awareness for children / orlasmyth67@gmail.com

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Milltown/Castlemaine

GAA

Special General Club Meeting: Notice

A Special General Meeting of the Milltown/ Castlemaine Club will be held on Friday 26th April 2024, in Nagle Rice Community Centre, starting at 7.30pm.

This meeting is called pursuant to Rule 8.7 Appendix 4, Club Constitution. Official Guide 2024.

The sole item on the agenda will be the following:

Consideration of proposal agreed by Kerry County Board GAA (acting on behalf of the Milltown/Castlemaine GAA Club) and Representatives acting on behalf of local groups/associations within the Castlemaine Community.

Said proposal agrees to the disposal of any interest the Club may have on lands at Meanus, Castlemaine (Registered on folio KY 24138 & known as the ‘Sports field’) to a Company Limited by Guarantee whose directors shall consist of representatives of local groups including Milltown/Castlemaine GAA Club.

Please see below Rules 9.1 & 6.2 Appendix 4, Club Constitution. Official Guide 2024 which governs voting at Club Special General Meetings.

VOTING

9.1 Only Full Members, whose membership fees are paid up to date in accordance with article 6.2, and who are not suspended or disqualified under this Constitution, Rules or the Official Guide and Codes, shall be eligible to vote at a General Meeting. The onus shall be on the member to prove that the member has paid their subscription.

6.2 The determined Annual Subscription shall be payable on election and thereafter annually, in advance of the date and in the manner decided by the Executive Committee. The date set shall be on a date on or before March 31st each year.

Members must be over 18 to vote.

As this is a very important decision for the Club, I would encourage all Members to attend.

Kerry Minor Football Squad Announced: Michael Lynch Represents Milltown/ Castlemaine - Congratulations

Congratulations to Michael Lynch on making the Kerry Minor Panel which was announced in recent days. All involved in Milltown/ Castlemaine GAA are very proud of his achievement and look forward to supporting him in the Green and Gold as the season progresses.

County Senior Football League: Division 1, Milltown/Castlemaine's Senior 'A' side travelled to Strand Road, Tralee on Sunday afternoon to take on Kerins O'Rahillys in Division 1 of the Credit Union County Senior Football League.

Both sides came into the contest searching for their first win of the competition with the hosts losing their first three matches whilst Milltown/ Castlemaine fared slightly better with one draw and two defeats. Kerins O'Rahillys started much the brighter of the two teams and had a 0-4 to 0-0 lead built up by the 10th minute thanks to scores from Tom Hoare, Darragh O'Connor and Daniel Bowler. Eanna O'Connor finally managed to get Milltown/Castlemaine off the mark after 12 minutes with a free from an acute angle but this was cancelled out moments later when Kerry U20 footballer, Darragh O'Connor kicked his third point to leave it 0-5 to 0-1 after 15 minutes. The turning point in this game, however, was undoubtedly what occurred next as Jake Foley, playing midfield for the home side was shown a straight red card after catching David Roche high in the tackle. Centre-Forward Shane McElligott also left the play for O'Rahillys through what appeared to be an ankle injury so all of a sudden they were down two key players in central positions and the momentum shifted to the visitors. Pa Wren and Darragh O'Connor exchanged points from play to leave Rahillys ahead 0-6 to 0-2 after 20 minutes but that would be the hosts final score for the remainder of the half as Milltown/Castlemaine hit 2-1 without reply before the break with the goals coming from Eanna O'Connor and Gavin Horan and O'Connor raising a white flag also to leave the half-time score 2-3 to 0-6.

Kerins O'Rahillys through an in-form Darragh O'Connor up front, notched the opening point of the second half to take his tally to five for the afternoon and then Eanna O'Connor and Barry John Keane exchanged points from play to leave it 2-4 to 0-8 after 37 minutes. Milltown/Castlemaine put their foot on the gas however for the next five minutes with another 2-1 unanswered with the goals coming from Brendan Casey and Jerome Flynn and Pa Wren notching his second score of the afternoon from full-back. The away side had now opened up a commanding 4-5 to 0-8 lead by the 43rd minute and it looked to be game over at Strand Road. To the home sides great credit, they rallied for the remainder of the contest and buoyed by a black card being shown to Milltown/Castlemaine's David Roche, it was 14 on 14 for the next ten minutes. The hosts made inroads during this spell as the visitors retreated with O'Rahillys scoring 1-3 without response.

Daniel Bowler with his second of the day and a fisted point from substitute Conor Hayes had the lead cut to 4-05 to 0-10 by the 50th minute and a penalty kick was awarded in the 52nd minute which was dispatched to the corner of Cormac Leane's net despite his best efforts to almost keep it out. Than man again, Darragh O'Connor landed his sixth and final point of the game in the 59th minute and suddenly it was game on as we headed for injury time with lead cut from 9 to 3 points in the space of fifteen minutes, Milltown/Castlemaine now leading 4-05 to 1-11. Kerins O'Rahillys threw the kitchen sink at the away side in injury time but the only scores that materialised in a six minute period were an exchange from Eanna O'Connor and Conor Hayes at either end to leave the final score 4-06 to 1-12 in Milltown/

Castlemaine's favour.

Well done to the players and management who now have 1 win, 1 draw and 2 defeats from their opening four fixtures in Division 1.

Round 5 will take place on Sunday, April 27th when Milltown/Castlemaine host Killarney Legion at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park at 6:30pm. All support is welcome.

County Senior Football League: Division 6B, Milltown/Castlemaine's Senior 'B' side were also on the road last weekend as they travelled to Foilmore to take on St. Michaels Foilmore 'B' in Division 6B of the Credit Union County Senior Football League. The lads put in a very workmanlike effort but unfortunately were on the losing side with the final score 2-10 to 0-10, the goals proving to be the difference on this occasion. Hard luck to the players and management.

Round 5 will take place on Sunday, April 28th when Milltown/Castlemaine travel away to take on John Mitchels 'B' at 4:00pm in Ballyseedy, Tralee. All support is welcome for the players and management.

Senior Ladies: Donal Curtin Cup Round 2

In conditions which are unfamiliar to us this year (sunshine! ) we made the trip back west on Sunday to face Dingle in the second round of Dónal Curtin Cup to face a strong & established Dingle team.

The first 10 minutes were an even affair, both teams sounding the other out before Dingle made the breakthrough with a well taken point, this opened up Dingle to notch on a few more scores before our girls found their groove with Tina Galvin fresh off the back of last weeks heroics coming close a goal as it whispered passed the post, and Tanya Joy relishing goals at the moment with another point blank save for the second week in a row as our defence came under pressure from a solid Dingle forward line.

In blistering heat we attacked the second half with more determination and ferocity notching up with 2 quick scores through Tina Galvin & Maeve O’ Connor, keeping Dingle to shooting from far out with some solid defence shown by Aileen Courtney, Nicola Kerins & Breda Moran. Some valiant efforts by our midfielders Paige O’ Connor & Evelyn Twiss, Angela Griffin stepping up with some lovely ball into our forward line.

Missing a few players through injury we always knew our trip back west would be a difficult one but the girls gave it their all and again for a second week in a row left it all on the field.

Thank you to Dingle for hosting today’s match in beautiful conditions.

As always thank you to our coach Linus, supporters and families who came to support our senior ladies in what is their inaugural year of senior football.

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Local Link Bus Service:

Brandon to Tralee …Gach Luain & Céadaoin 9:10am

Cloghane to Castlegregory……Gach Déardaoin 7:15pm

Cloghane Public Dinner Bus to Halla Le Chéile…Gach Máirt 12:15pm

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Am Aifreann / Mass Times. Séipéal Naomh Bréanainn, An Clochán

Gach Dara Sathairn/ Every 2nd Saturday 6:15pm April 27th & May 11th, 25th

Also Mass every Tuesday evening at 7:00pm

Adhradh Comaoineach / Eucharistic Adoration

Tuesdays – 11.15am to 12.15pm

Thursdays – 2.00pm to 3.00pm

Saturdays – 11.15pm to 12.15pm

Subject to change…weekly parish newsletter available in church every weekend with full details.

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Scéalta ón bPobalscoil

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Rinne dalta na 6ú bliana, Aisling Ní Dhubhaigh,éacht le déanaí nuair a bhain sí an chéad áit amach i gcomórtas léitheoireachta & foghraíochta Fraincise uile-Éireann, sa roinn sinsearach, mar a bhí fógraithe ag ambasadóir na Fraince. Félicitations et bravo Aisling!

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Tech féile 2024

Bhí lá den scoth ag daltaí an ranga ‘Fís’ i mbliain a ceathar, agus roinnt dhaltaí ó bhliain a cúig agus a trí, thuas i gCeannceathrú Google in mBÁC, ag an comórtas Tech Féile i mbliana.Tugadh aitheantas don obair iontach ar fad a rinne na scoláirí i rith na bliana tré ghrianghrafanna, dearadh agus físeanna. Moladh speisialta tuillte le Kate Ní Shúilleabháin,go h-áirithe, a ainmníodh don duais “Griangraf / Dearaidh” le haghaidh 'Smugairle Rón', agus le Rónán Ó Cathail agus Tamim Rahman a ainmníodh don duais Físe do 'Cluiche Crua.' Bronnadh an duais “Nuatheicneolaíochtaí” ar Jesse Mac Cárthaigh (Bl 3), Theo ó Coileáin, Tom Neachtain agus Diarmuid ó Ciardhubháin (Bl 5) as a dtionscnamh ar “Uathoibriú”, a bhí stiúrithe ag an múinteoir Seosamh Mac Toirealaigh. Buaic phointe an lae dúinn gan aon agó, ná nuair a bhuaigh na deartháireacha Ali Aledinov agus Isa Aledinov Rás na gCairteacha Hidrigine (H2GP)!!! Chomh maith le sin, ainmníodh an múinteoir Físe Padraig Ó Dubhaigh, mar Oideachasóir na Bliana 2024. Molaimíd Séamus Ó Grifín, Jack Mac a tSíthigh , Clodagh Nic Gearailt , Kate Ní Shúilleabháin ,Ellie Nic Gearailt agus Mairéad Ní Dhubhaigh dos na hiontráilithe eile a cuireadh isteach sna comórtaisí, maith sibh agus comhghairdeas ó chroí libh go léir!

Comórtas Fiontraíochta: Craobh Náisiúnta Chlár na gComhlachtaí, Údarás na Gaeltachta 2024.

Tá Craobh Náisiúnta Chlár na gComhlachtaí, a bhí ar siúl an tseachtain seo caite, buaite ag ‘Glan go Glas,’ grúpa daltaí ón Idirbhliain - Katie Ní Éanacháin, Ríona Ní Ghealbháin, Kate Ní Shúilleabháin, Oisín Ó Dubhda agus Cian Ó Gallachóir. Tá siad cáilithe anois do Chraobh na hEorpa a bheidh ar siúl i Sicil na hIodáile. Comhghairdeachas ó chroí leo, éacht mór bainte amach acu. Comhghairdeachas le ‘Eres Competitivo’ - Ciara Ní Chinnéide, Hayley Ní Fhlaithearta agus Ellie de hÓra, chomh maith a ghlac páirt sa Chraobh Náisiúnta freisin. Tá tréaslú agus moladh mór le dul chuig na múinteoirí, Trish Uí Éanacháin agus Paula Ní Dhubháin, a chabhraigh go mórmhór leis na daltaí.

Go n-éirí an bóthar le ‘Glan go Glas’ sa tSicil!!

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Chuaigh grúpa ón gcúigiú bliain ar thuras cultúrtha go dtí West Springfield Massachusetts i rith na Cásca. Bhíodar ag fanacht le daltaí scoile ó Mheiriceá,a tháinig go hÉirinn anuraidh ar chuairt go PCD. Chaitheadar cúpla lá ar scoil leis na daltaí i “West Springfield High School” agus dheineadar roinnt imeachtaí difriúla I rith na seachtaine.

D’ fhoghlaim na daltaí an-chuid faoin gcultúr maireachtála ann agus slí beatha na Meiricéanaigh. Bhí cúpla lá den scoth acu ann agus ní dhéanfaidh said dearúd ar go deo!!

Ceol Beo / Live Music

Baile an FheirtéaraighBallyferriter

Thursday 25th April

8.00 Tigh Uí Catháin / Kane's - Filíocht & Prós / Poetry & Storytelling

Clochán BréannainnCloghane Brandon

Monday 29th April

7.30 Halla le Chéile - Tinteán Ceoil

Monday 6th May

7.30 Halla le Chéile - Tinteán Ceoil

Dingle-Daingean

Uí Chúis

Thursday 25th April

9.00 Neligan's - Open Session

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Teresa Horgan & Gerry O'Beirne

Friday 26th April

7-9 Kennedy’s - Folk, Country, Blue Grass

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9ish Hannie Agnes' - Candlelit session

9.30 O'Flaherty's - Open session

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Greta Curtin & Tommy O'Sullivan

9.30 Neligan's - Open Session

Saturday 27th April

9.30 Paul Geaney’s - Mick Keirns

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Eoin Duignan & Tommy O'Sullivan

9.30 O'Flaherty's - Open session

9.30 Neligan's - Open Session

Sunday 28th April

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Teresa Horgan & Gerry O'Beirne

Friday 3rd May

6.00 Bob Griffin’s - Pilgrim sessions

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Jeremy Spencer & Tommy O'Sullivan

9.30 Paul Geaney’s - Live music

Monday 29th April

8.00 Bob Griffin’s - Open mic session

9.30 Neligan's - Set Dancing

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Caroline Keane & Pals

Tuesday 30th April

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9ish Hannie Agnes' - Candlelit session

9.15 Neligan's - Open Session

9.30 Courthouse Pub -Aoife & Deirdre Granville

Weds 1st May

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9.15 John Benny Moriarty's - Eilis Kennedy (Vocals & whistle) Theresa Horgan( Flute & Vocals) & Gerry O'Beirne (Guitars & Vocals)

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Tom Delany & Tommy O'Sullivan

Thursday 2nd May

Féile na Bealtaine -see pages 24 - 25

9.00 Neligan's - Open Session

Message from Fr Michael

Last Sunday, the fourth Sunday of Easter is known as Good Shepherd Sunday. A day followers of Christ are invited to reflect on God as a Shepherd who looks out for us and keeps us safe. Years ago the great actor Richard Burton was given a grand reception in his childhood parish. While replying to the complimentary speeches in the parish auditorium he asked if there was anything, they specially wanted to hear from him. After a minute’s pause his old pastor asked him if he could recite the Good Shepherd Psalm (Psalm 23), which he had taught Burton in his Sunday school. A strange look came over the actor’s face. He paused for a moment, and then said, “I will, on one condition—that after I have recited it, you, my pastor and teacher will do the same.” “I,” said the old, retired pastor, “am not an actor, but, if you wish it, I shall do so.” Impressively the actor began the Psalm. His voice and intonation were perfect. He held his audience spellbound, and, as he finished, a great burst of applause broke from the audience. As it died away, the old pastor rose from his wheelchair and began to recite the same Psalm. His voice was feeble and shivering and his tone was not flawless. But, when he finished, there was not a dry eye in the room. The actor rose and his voice quivered as he said, "Ladies and gentlemen, I reached your eyes and ears, but my old pastor has reached your hearts. The difference is just this: I know the Psalm, but he knows the Shepherd.”

Féile na Bealtaine -see pages 24 - 25

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

7-9 Kennedy’s - Folk, Country, Blue Grass

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9ish Hannie Agnes' - Candlelit session

9.15 John Benny Moriarty's - Eilis Kennedy (Vocals & Flute) Jeremy Spencer ( Fiddle ) & Matt Griffin (Guitar)

9.30 O'Flaherty's - Open session

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Greta Curtin & Tommy O'Sullivan

9.30 Neligan's - Open Session

Saturday 4th May

Féile na Bealtaine -see pages 24 - 25

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9.30 O'Flaherty's - Open session

9.30 Neligan's - Open Session

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Eoin Duignan & Tommy O'Sullivan

9.30 Paul Geaney’s - Dan Phelan

Sunday 5th May

Féile na Bealtaine -see pages 24 - 25

6.00 Bob Griffin’s - Pilgrim sessions

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

8.00 Neligan's - Open Session

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Jeremy Spencer & Tommy O'Sullivan

9.30 Paul Geaney’s - Live music

Monday 6th May

Féile na Bealtaine -see pages 24 - 25

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

8.00 Bob Griffin’s - Open mic session

9.30 Neligan's - Set Dancing

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Caroline Keane & Pals

Tuesday 7th May

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9.00 Neligan's - Open Session

9ish Hannie Agnes' - Candlelit session

9.30 Courthouse Pub -Aoife & Deirdre Granville

Weds 8th May

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9.15 John Benny Moriarty's - Eilis Kennedy (Vocals & whistle) Theresa Horgan( Flute & Vocals) & Gerry O'Beirne (Guitars & Vocals)

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Tom Delany & Tommy O'Sullivan

As we reflect on The Good Shepherd, Jesus wants us to know him by spending time in prayer and making his ways known in the way we live our lives. A simple prayer that we can say often is the familiar line from Psalm 23, The Lord is my Shepherd, there is nothing I shall want.

A word of congratulations to the children who received the Sacrament of Confirmation on Wednesday. Bishop Ray Browne was the celebrant at the ceremonies. I pray that the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit will always be active in the lives of all those confirmed. A word of thanks to the parents, family members, teachers and the wider community who help pass on the faith and encourage the young to nourish their faith through prayer and action. In the coming weeks children will be receiving their First Communion. The best preparation is time spent in prayer.

Work is planned to commence on The Temperance Hall in the coming weeks. It is hoped that the work will be concluded by the end of July. We look forward to having a space that will be available for groups of different sizes, the young and the young at heart. On Sunday next as part of Kerry Diocesan Youth week we welcome the students from Colaiste Íde to our 11.30am Mass in St Mary’s, Dingle. They will lead us in singing and readings. All welcome.

Yours sincerely

Fr Michael

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Narcotics Anonymous is not a religious organization. It does teach basic spiritual principles such as honesty, open-mindedness, faith, willingness, and humility that may be applied in everyday life. Recovery in NA is a process, ongoing and personal. Members make an individual decision to join and recover at their own pace.

Our experience in NA is that those who keep coming to our meetings regularly stay clean.

Dingle NA meetings are on Tuesdays 7.30pm & Fridays 8.30pm, in the Dingle Presbytery, off Green St, V92 AT18. www.nasouth.ie NA helpline 087 – 138 6120

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Clinicí Áitiúla

CLINICS-2ND MONDAY OF THE MONTH. NEXT CLINIC 13TH MAY

Milltown: Larkins 6.15pm

Killorglin: Jim Shea's 7pm

CLINICS - 3rd MONDAY OF THE MONTH. NEXT CLINIC 20TH MAY

Castlemaine Griffins Bar 5pm

Keel Murphy’s Bar 5.20pm Inch Foleys Bar 5.40pm

Annascaul Teach Sheáin 6.00pm

Dingle Muiris Dan’s 6.20pm,

An Droichead Beag 6.40pm

Brandon Murphy’s Bar 8.30pm

Castlegregory Boland’s Bar 9pm

Camp Railway Tavern 10.30pm

Clinicí sa Ghaeltacht: 20ú Bealtaine 7.00-8.00

Tigh Uí Bheaglaoich / An Bóthar

Constituency Office: 064 6685782 Office Fax: 064 66 85904

Mob: 087-246 1678 email:michael.healy-rae@oireachtas.ie

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Who Really Owns Ireland?

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Matt Cooper foilsithe ag Gill Books

‘Who Really Owns Ireland?: How we became tenants in our own land - and what we can do about it.

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Leading journalist Matt Cooper examines the key players behind the scenes of Irish property ownership - who really controls the valuable land where we live, work and play and how did they acquire it? Who are the new foreign investors and why are they buying property and land in Ireland? What does it mean for ordinary citizens when the ownership of shopping centres, wind farms, forestry and data centres comes from outside?

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Bhí cluiche do-chreite idir iománaithe Luimní agus an Chláir. Bhí na Cláirínigh naoi phoinnte chun cinn ag leath ama agus i ndeire an lae bhuaidh Luimneach le trí phoinnte ortha. Dar liom go bhfuair na Luimnígh dhá bháide cuíosach bog. Tá bóthar fada fós le tabhairt acu ortha féin agus d’fhéadfadh go dtreasnódh siad ar a chéile arís. Níl aon teora le Luimneach. Nuair a bhí a ndrom leis an bhfalla d’éirigh ortha. Dhein na Cláirínigh praiseach don gcluiche sa dara leath. Cé a bhainfidh an bhearna dos na Luimnígh cheolmhara anois nó an é go mbeidh an séú craobh i ndiaidh a chéile acu? Fuair Luimneach báide ach bhí an fear istigh sa chearnóigh bheag. Bhí san soiléir ar an dteilifís. Ní mar sin a chonaic na maoir cúil é, an bhfuil aon leigheas ar an bhfadhb?

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Summer House (To Rent): 3 bed roomed house available to rent in Ardamore, Ballydavid during summer months. Weeks available in June/July & August. Attractive rates (No Pets). Contact Peter @ 087 6386248

Property to let / Tithe ar cíos

2 bed apartment 5 miles west of Dingle. Fully furnished. Available immediately. 087-4708668

Good rooms to rent in the centre of Dingle town. 087-2361346

Three bedroom detached bungalow in Killorglin. Living / dining room, utility room and 2 bathrooms (one en-suite). Ready to move in. Contact Mary 087-9760750

House to rent in Camp village long term (1 year). Call 087-6966553

En suite rooms to rent 1 mile from Dingle town. 087-6627804

Double room available in Dingle town, en-suite. Suitable for working couple.. 087-2361346

Stable or stables available for long term rent. Feothanach area. 086-0847372

2 bedroom apartment in scenic location. Ventry area. 087-7037941

Open plan studio apartment with ensuite bathroom, 15 min from Dingle Close to all amenities. Call 087-9042113

For Sale/Le Díol

Small commuter E-bike. Ideal for Bus/Train. 250 Watt motor. 48 Volt x 12 AH battery. Range 40 - 50 km. Lights, horn, disk brakes. Phone Brendan 085-1962649

Kitchen table and 4 good timber chairs. 087-1339627

Huskvarna CT 150 Ride on Mower. Brillant Condition New Deck New Belts.

Fully Serviced, little work done. Always washed and cleaned after cutting lawn. Strong mower, large grassbox, with tilt bar. €1700. 087-9342216. Dingle area

Stanley Tara solid fuel stove with boiler. Good condition. €900. 086-3093846

Sofa bed for sale. Light grey in colour, serves as couch, single or double bed and has storage space in the bottom. 086-6066835

Well bred puppies available off Sheepdog/Cattle dog Ballyferriter area call 0863095744

Light oak kitchen presses in great condition. 087-9947927

Services / Seirbhisí

Garden Services in Kerry: Lawn mowing, strimming, vertical pruning, treesurgery. Reasonable rates. Ring 0838268371

Experienced bookkeeper seeks local employment. Call 086-3717633.

GRAPHIC DESIGN, logotypes, icons, business cards and forms. Professionally, high-quality work for results, responsibility, attention to detail and customer preferences. Open for new projects. Call Alisa (Eilís) 089 980 1206 (WhatsApp and Telegram) or email alisahazel87@gmail.com

Civil Celebrant available for wedding ceremonies, baby naming and funerals. Contact Eithne Griffin 086-6066835 www.yourdayyourwaycelebrant.com

Patrick Roche - Painting Decorating, Property & Garden Maintenance call 086-1652875

Affordable Tree Surgeons-Trees topped beside roadways, houses and sheds, hedges trimmed. All toppings and shavings removed. Fully insured. Free quotation - Call Michael 085-8487812

Home support for the elderly available, Dingle / West Kerry. Day / Night. Brigid 087-6880723

South West Recycling Services: scrap cars, vans jeeps, tractors, buses, lorries all wanted. Also buy copper tanks, brass copper piping, lead, batteries, alloy wheels. Everything considered.. Top prices paid. Call Frank 087-2311971

Plumber available specialising in small jobs from Dunquin to Castlegregory. Call: 083-4179641

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

Oil Boiler Servicing, Oil fired boilers and cookers. Servicing and repairs. Emergency call out service available. James Greaney 087-3440493

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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

Situations Vacant / Postanna

Tower View Guest House, full and part time positions available. Contact Helen on 086 3282176 or email towerviewdingle@gmail.com

Cothú at the Blasket Centre is hiring for the season, both in kitchen and front of house. Please contact Ed 086-8264118 or Laurence 087-2640614 for more information.

Dingle Heating and Plumbing apprenticeship position available. 085-1621950

Wanted / Ag Teastáil

Local person wishing to purchase 1 acre of land in or around the Dingle area. Please contact 085-8810454

Spanish male professional working full time in Dingle town seeking a room for rent. I am a quiet, reliable, friendly person. 085-1908004

A group of Professional Artists based in West Kerry are looking male and female models, nude and with clothes on, to pose for them for a life-modelling drawing group. The drawing session is Tuesday eve 6.30pm - 8.30pm. €50-€60 per session. The session is divided up with various poses and breaks. If you are interested please text for more information: 086-1096518

Small house or apartment wanted for family long term, Dingle or surrounding area. 085-2024394

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We are looking for a suitable tenant, with a view to offering them low-cost rental accommodation within an active elderly lady’s home, in the Castlegregory area. In return, we would require some companionship in the evenings, and some light housework. The use of a car would also be included for the right person. A mature female is preferable. Please call me on 087 6178074 for more details, thank you.

Insulated storage unit to rent in West Kerry. Approx. 400 square feet. Excellent access. 087-2027698

Shop / Office Unit for rent on 1st floor off Green Street, Dingle. 086-0547665

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