West & Mid Kerry Live issue 397 by West & Mid Kerry Live

Corca Dhuibhne Beo

& Mid Kerry Live

News - Events - Live Music Listings - Local Maps & More

Nuacht - Imeachtaí - Ceol Beo - Léarscáileanna

Eisiúint / Issue 397

10ú - 24ú Deireadh Fómhair / October 2024

An Clochán: Mossy Donegan

San Eagrán Seo / In This Issue

Pg 6: Nutrition with Irene

Pg 10: Once Upon a Time in the Southwest

Pg 12: Siúlóid na Coicíse / Walk of the Fortnight

Pg 14: DIFF - Masters Weekend

Pg 22: Meitheal na gCrann

Pg 31: Dingle Cookery School Recipe

Pg 36: Live Music Listings

Pg 37: Town & Peninsula Maps

Pg 40: Crosfhocal Sean-Nós

Pg 41: Ó Mhárthain

Pg 42: Crossword

Pg 43: 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

Dingle

Sheep Sale Saturday 12th October

Sheep & Cattle Sale 19th October

Friesian & Suckler Incalf Heifer Sale 26th October

Mart AGM Thursday October 24th details on page 17

Milltown -ring 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

Cumann Sléibhteoireachta Chorca Dhuibhne/Dingle Hillwalking Club will celebrate three decades of walking, hiking, climbing, friendships, achievements and more on the best mountains, peaks, countryside and coastline West Kerry and its environs have to offer.

The committee would invite former members or associates to share photos, stories, club history or experiences of their time with the club. The club would also love to invite you to join in the celebrations on the night on 1st November 2024 in Dingle Skellig Hotel at 8pm following our AGM at 7:30pm.

To share memories and or to confirm your attendance please contact our club secretary by email: dinglehillwalkingclub.com

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Grow Remote - Dingle Event

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As well as helping people find jobs that can be done from anywhere, there is an emphasis also on providing support structures to people who are already working remotely or in a hybrid home/office situation. Since 2022, the Dingle Chapter of Grow Remote has been holding regular events for people across Corca Dhuibhne (as well as those visiting) and from across all kinds of work situations and professions. Similar events happen in Tralee, Killorglin and Killarney to name but a few.

People who often don’t know each other come together and connect over a meal, drink or social activities.

The next event is planned at Dick Mac’s Brew House for a brewery tour at 6pm on Friday 18th October. Plenty of opportunities to meet someone new and network with others from across Corca Dhuibhne and from various industries.

*You will need a ticket to enter!* so register now by checking out upcoming events in Dingle on www.eventbrite.ie.

60 seconds with Nicky Sheehy

What was your first job?

Deckhand on the Roving Swan

What is your favourite film?

The Blues Brothers

What is your favourite book?

Lord of the Rings

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

Salt & Pepper - A Salt With a Deadly Pepa (1988, 10 years of age)

What was your favourite holiday?

Coral Bay, camping on the Ningaloo reef

What is your favourite drink?

Pint of Guinness please

Who is your favourite actor?

Bill Murray

What advice would you give to your younger self?

Relax, take a breath and count to ten before you say what's in your head

Who is your sporting hero?

Maurice Fitz & Ricardo Villa

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

James Connolly & Bill Nicholson

If a time machine could take you somewhere for one day where would you go?

Woodstock 1969, backstage preferably

What is your favourite saying?

Aithníonn ciaróg ciaróg eile.

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Dingle Notes

Richie Williams

FOOD FESTIVAL. The 16th Féile Bia Daingean Uí Chuis was a tremendous success with over 60 Taste Trail offerings and 50 plus market stalls dotted throughout the town over the weekend. Saturday's weather was rather mixed but with less crowds it made for a more pleasant experience for attendees and for outlets to explain the contents of their produce and business to customers. The crowds certainly turned up on Sunday and together with multiple entertainment groups and mouthwatering aroma in the air created a real carnival atmosphere for all age groups.

Judging by the noticeable reduction in the amount of litter going to lLandfill after the festival the vision and aspirations of being a zero waste to landfill of Féile Bia are very much achievable within a few years. Well done to all involved especially the team of volunteers who put in many hours behind the scenes ensuring such a huge event ran smoothly in promoting Dingle as the best food town in Ireland and among the

up is the semifinal fixture against County Champions East Kerry and we appeal to our readers to come out and support the team in what promises to be a really top class game.

LITERARY AWARD. Congratulations to Siobhan Prendergast of Dingle Publishing and Máirín Ní Chonchúir author of the recently launched book Crainn Agus Toir which scooped the Gradam Uí Shuilleabháin Award at the Oireachtas na Gaeilge Literary Awards in Galway a few weeks ago. This Irish Language publication is certainly one to consider as a special present for Christmas or indeed any other occasion and is available in local bookshops.

EVENING CLASSES. Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne are offering a great range of evening classes in a wide variety of subjects again this autumn. Courses will start when enough people have registered so don't be lazy but challenge yourself to learn more about a hobby, language or new skill now that the darker evenings have arrived and the clock changes very shortly..Further information text sf@pcd07.ie or phone 0877951743.

DEVELOPMENT WORKS. Kerry County Council staff have been very active in Dingle Town over the past few months with ongoing maintenance work and the replacement of sections of the footpaths which needed attention especially for safety of pedestrians.

Other building and renovation works also visible in almost every street and laneway which is a sign of the continued prosperity of our town.

Micheál Devane BER Assesor

It’s Time to Butter Up to Butternut Squash!

Irene Flannery

As the crisp air of Autumn settles in, it is the perfect time to embrace the seasonal delights of butternut squash. This vibrant fruit, belonging to the Cucurbita family alongside courgettes and pumpkins, has become a staple in our kitchens over the last decade. With its peak harvest between late September and November, butternut squash is not only delicious right now but also packs a powerful nutritional punch that can help combat common health issues such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, and diabetes.

A single cup of baked squash delivers a generous serving of beta-carotene, converting to over 10,000 IU of vitamin A—more than double the recommended daily amount! This essential vitamin is crucial for repairing and rejuvenating our body's mucosal linings, protecting our lungs, sinuses, gut, and colon, making it an ideal ingredient for warding off colds and flu during this season. Its bright orange hue is a clear sign of its beta-carotene content, a compound also found in carrots and pumpkins, which are equally abundant this time of year.

The Science Behind Beta-Carotene

Numerous studies have highlighted the health benefits associated with consuming beta-carotene-rich foods. For instance, research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that a diet high in beta-carotene is linked to a lower risk of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease and certain types of cancer. The antioxidants in beta-carotene help neutralize harmful free radicals in the body, which can lead to oxidative stress and inflammation, two major contributors to chronic diseases.

Another significant study revealed that higher dietary intake of betacarotene is associated with improved immune function. The study participants who consumed more beta-carotene showed enhanced responses to vaccinations, suggesting that foods like butternut squash can help bolster our immune defences during the colder months and when people are more likely to receive vaccinations. Interestingly, the same studies failed to show the same results when participants took beta carotene as a supplement, suggesting that there is more to eating wholefood sources of beta carotene than meets the eye (pun intended!).

A Shield Against Chronic

Illness

In addition to beta-carotene, butternut squash is rich in antioxidants like lutein, lycopene, vitamin C, and manganese. A study published in the European Journal of Epidemiology demonstrated that high levels of dietary antioxidants are associated with a reduced risk of developing chronic diseases such as heart disease and certain cancers. This finding underscores the importance of incorporating antioxidant-rich foods, like butternut squash, into our diets to promote long-term health. Although categorized as a starchy carbohydrate, its high fibre content

ensures slow digestion, making it perfect for maintaining stable blood sugar levels, ideal for those managing diabetes or looking to lose weight. It also boasts an impressive range of B vitamins, including B6 and folate, along with omega-3 fatty acids and magnesium—an anti-inflammatory dream team for supporting cardiovascular health and easing arthritic conditions. This warmth-inducing fruit is particularly gentle on the digestive system, making it suitable for everyone from babies to the elderly, a true all-rounder in a curvy body!

Choosing and Storing Butternut Squash

When selecting butternut squash, look for smooth, matte skin without blemishes or bruises. A heavy squash is a sign of good moisture content, ensuring its vitality. Store it in a cool, dark place for up to a few weeks, and once cut, wrap it tightly and refrigerate for up to five days. The best ways to enjoy butternut squash are by steaming or roasting it, but it's also a fabulous addition to soups, risottos, stews, and casseroles—perfect comfort foods for the season.

Butternut squash shares its spotlight with other seasonal treasures available in Ireland this autumn. Sweet potatoes, for example, offer similar benefits with their rich beta-carotene content and versatility in both savory and sweet dishes. Carrots, too, bring their own delightful sweetness and health benefits, complementing butternut squash beautifully in a myriad of recipes. Don’t forget about pumpkins and parsnips, which also share that comforting warmth and nutritional richness, making them perfect companions in your autumn meals.

Cooking Tips

To roast butternut squash, simply cut it lengthwise, remove the seeds and fibres, and place it on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with seasoning, grated nutmeg, cinnamon, or your favourite herbs. It pairs wonderfully with warming spices like ginger, nutmeg, turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon. After roasting for about 20 minutes at a moderate temperature until tender, scoop the baked flesh from the skin and serve. Don't toss those seeds! Rich in omega-6 fatty acids and oleic acid, butternut squash seeds are an excellent snack, boasting anti-parasitic qualities. Rinse them, dry gently, and bake at a low temperature for 15-20 minutes. Season with tamari, seaweed powder, or grated nutmeg for a delicious, healthy treat—even if you don’t need them for medicinal purposes!

Embrace the Autumn Bounty

As we embrace the beauty of autumn, let butternut squash and its seasonal companions add warmth and nourishment to our meals. Their rich flavours and impressive health benefits provide a timely boost to prepare us for the cooler days ahead. The combination of butternut squash and other beta-carotene-rich foods can be a simple yet powerful way to enhance our health, shield our bodies against illness, and savour the abundance of the season.

So, let’s celebrate butternut squash and its delightful friends in our kitchens this Autumn. Enjoy the bounty of the season and all the delicious possibilities it brings!

Irene Flannery, Nutritional Therapist & Medicinal Chef- Personalized Nutrition and Meal Planning. Home visits within Dingle Peninsula and online consultations. 086 1662562 www.omnom.ie

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Once Upon a Time in the Southwest

Ted Creedon

Castlegregory Murder

-Wexford Conservative, 01 April, 1846

On St. Patrick’s night last, Mr. John Fitzgerald, a respectable farmer residing near Castlegregory, was so seriously assaulted that he has since died. It is reported that on the night in question he went into a public house in the village of Ballyduff, accompanied by his servant boy. They left together after a few drinks but neither returned home that night. The next morning Mr. Fitzgerald was found in a dyke with eight cuts on his head. Also, he had a compound fracture on the back of his head and another on his temple, severing the artery.

The servant boy has been arrested and lodged in jail for this murderous assault. However, he alleges that the master was attacked by three men and that he ran away. But it is strong presumptive evidence of the boy’s guilt that he passed by his master’s house without giving any information of the attack.

Mr. Fitzgerald had £17 on him and the knowledge of this must have induced his assailant or assailants to attempt his murder in order to rob him.

(Ballyduff is on the main road near Stradbally. Who knew the victim had £17 on him? The article supports the possibility of more than one attacker. What age was the ‘boy’?)

Prepare Your Coffin

-Dublin Evening Packet, 04 February, 1845

A Rockite Notice was posted on the door of the police station in Ballylongford on Sunday night last.

It contained a threat to Constable Egan that if he continued to make himself so officious by his night patrols or attempted to prevent people from gathering or cutting seaweed at Carrig-island then he should have his coffin prepared.

Sub-Inspector Fletcher of Listowel showed the notice to the magistrates sitting at the petty sessions and then forwarded it to the Government. Ballylongford is seen as a seditious place.

(Rockite Notice – Rockites were the followers of a mythical hero named Captain Rock in the 19th century who targeted landlords for raising rents. They were similar to the Whiteboys and were responsible for threatening letters, arson and murder.)

Fatal Accident

-Kerry Examiner, 07 March, 1845

A respectable farmer named Jeremiah Harah, who lived near Ballyhar Chapel, Killarney, was on his way home on foot from Tralee a few days ago. After darkness fell a neighbour of his came along the road on his horse and cart. He invited Harah to take a seat beside him which he did. They had travelled only a short distance when Harah fell off the cart onto the road. The wheel of the cart rolled over his body and he was so badly injured that he died a few days later. The poor man leaves a wife and seven children to mourn his untimely loss.

(The surname Harah was known in Scotland and Yorkshire.)

Attempted Murder

-Wexford Conservative, 25 March, 1843

George Hewson of Ennismore, near Listowel, was returning home in his tax-cart after a visit to friends. When he was about two miles from home he saw two men on the road ahead dressed in women’s cloaks. As he neared them the older of the two drew a gun from his cloak and fired at Hewson who threw himself into the well of the tax-cart. The second man then produced a gun.

But Hewson still had hold of the reins and drove off as fast as he could. He had recognised the two men, a father and son named Drury who lived about two miles from his home. On reaching home he saddled a fast horse and rode to Listowel.

He reported the incident to the Chief of Police who went to the Drury home and arrested the gunmen. It appears the attempted murder was the result of a dispute over fishing rights on a neighbouring river. The Drurys were found guilty by a jury and were sentenced by Judge Ball to 15 years transportation.

(They were probably sent to Australia or Van Dieman’s Land, later Tasmania. A tax-cart was a two-wheeled cart with springs which attracted a small tax.)

Dingle Postman Attacked

-The Pilot, 22 July, 1829

On Monday night, Sweeney, the Dingle Postman was attacked about seven miles from Tralee by two men named Crowley and Houlihan and the mail taken from him.

The Dingle mail is dispatched every night between 11 and 12 o’clock from the Tralee Post Office and is due in Dingle every morning at about 8 or 9 o’clock. The Postman is obliged to travel all night and to walk a distance of about 30 miles.

On Monday night Sweeney met the two Dingle men who were going to Dingle by horse and cart and decided to take a lift with them. They drank some whiskey and soon quarrelled. Crowley threw Sweeney off the cart and the pair fought on the roadside. Sweeney got the worst of the exchange and the two men left him there and headed off with the mail which was recovered by the police later.

Come to Ecuador! (Advert)

-Kerry Evening Post, 21 October, 1846

To each Male Emigrant, a Free Passage to this Fine Country will be granted; together with his Clothing, Lodging and Food; besides a small Weekly Allowance, until he shall be placed in possession of a Cottage and 25 acres of Good Land, Rent Free for Ever; together with a Yoke of Bullocks and a Milch Cow.

In addition to this, each Emigrant will be paid a Gratuity of £2 Sterling the instant he embarks. No Families or Females can be sent out now; but the families of such Emigrants who decide to remain in the country, shall have a Free Passage provided for them next year.

For further particulars apply to Dr. Kennedy, Dispensary, Tarbert.

(The word ‘Yoke’ is in common use in Ireland today. But it probably meant a pair of bullocks. It was also the name of the yoke! or device used to harness the animals together.)

(These articles are taken from the British Newspaper Archive, (BNA).

The Greenlane Gallery presents ‘How I Love Their World!’

The Greenlane Gallery showcases vibrant and distinctive contemporary Irish Art in our Gallery In Dingle OPENING HOURS

Exhibition of new works by artist Margo Banks

Aimsigh do ghuth pearsanta scríbhneoireachta Ceardlanna Scríbhneoireacht Cruthaitheach fé stiúir

Cheaití Ní Bheildiúin

A dúirt na 2023 rannpháirti …

“ceardlanna iontacha, ar théamaí éagsúla” “cleachtaí iontacha“

“ar phrós agus ar fhilíocht”

“iniuchadh ar na slithe agus stíleanna éagsula scribhneoireachta”

“ i bhfoirgneamh ársa stairiúil an Dísirt”

Fómhar 2024

Oíche Dé Céadaoin 7.00 i.n. ag tosnú 16ú Deireadh Fómhair 2024 sa Díseart - tríGhaelainn

Filíocht nó Prós saothar as Gaeilge nó Béarla

“an chéad uair domsa freastal ar cheardlann scríbhneoireachta”….. ”d'éirigh liom roinnt scéalta a scríobh”

“ “Tugadh spreagadh iontach dúinn ar fad píosaí a scríobh agus an nós scríbhneoireachta a chruthú agus a chothú ”

Culture Night Preview 6 – 8 p.m. 20 th September

Official Opening 6 – 8 p.m. 27 th September

GALLERY OPENING HOURS

Monday – 12.30 – 5.00pm, Tuesday – by appointment

Monday – 12.30 – 5.00pm Tuesday – by appointment Wednesday to Saturday inclusive – 12.30 – 5.00pm Greenlane Gallery Holyground, Dingle, Co. Kerry V92 NHV5

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“Tá domhan eile ar fad oscailte dom ”

“Lasair na cruthaitheachta lasta ionainn ”

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Dingle Way Section

An Clochán/Cloghane - Caisleán an Ghriaire/ Castlegregory SIÚLÓID

The Dingle Way is a beautifully scenic long distance walking trail on the world famous Dingle Peninsula. At approximately 176 km (109 miles) long, the hiking route officially begins and ends in Tralee, the county capital, and takes in some of the world’s most breath taking scenery. You can join the trail at any number of points along its length as it hugs the coast along the Wild Atlantic Way. There are also many short loop walks and many mountain hikes and trails off the main Dingle Way offering excellent walking alternatives to cater for all interests.

NA COICÍSE WALK OF THE FORTNIGHT

7. An Clochán / Cloghane Castlegregor y / Caisleán an Ghriaire

Is slí siúlóide fad-achair í Slí Chorca Dhuibhne ar leithinis aithnidiúil domhanda Chorca Dhuibhne. Ag faid thart ar 176km / 109míle, tosaíonn agus críochnaíonn an bealach go hoifigiúil i dTrá Lí, príomhbhaile an chontae, agus cuid de na radharcra is áille ar domhan. Leanann an tsiúlóid Slí an Atlantaigh Fhiáin agus is féidir tosnú ag siúl ar Shlí Chorca Dhuibhne ag pointí éagsúla feadh na slí. Tá go leor lúb-shiúlóidí gearra, siúlóidí ar chnoic agus siúlóidí eile faid Shlí Chorca Dhuibhne, a thugann go leor rogha siúil don uile dhuine.

Distance / Faid Ascent / Aird

29 km 50 m

Time / Am

7 9 hrs/uair

Grade / Grá d

Moderate / Mea sartha

Leaving Cloghane (An Clochán) across a small bridge over the Owenmore River, follow a quiet undulating road for 3 5km that briefly heading inland giving rise to impressive views o f glacial valleys to the south before emerging back on the sea -front at Fermo yle Above among the trees stands Fermo yle House, one of two houses in the area built by the Hickson brothers, one time landlords in the area Ahead of you is Fermo yle Strand, measuring 11km, and one of the finest stretches of sand in the Northern Hemisphere. Remnants of the Port Yarrock Ship of Glasgow which sank in Brandon Bay in 1894 can be observed at low tide on Kilcummin beach while a memorial can be viewed at Stradbally graveyard

The Magharees (an Mhacaire) , as the peninsula is known locally, is home to the Natterjack Toad, a rare species that has a yellow line running down its back Reaching the head of the strand the Dingle Wa y passes through the small commun ity of Fahamore where you can avail of refresh ments and a bite to eat The trail curves around Scraggane Bay to the north offering views o f the Seven Hogs islands which litter the bay and of which Oileán an tSeanaigh with its monastic site is best known Continue northeast towards Cill Seanaigh where there is an ancient site of St Senan with its rare slab Chi -Rho cross and colourful stone arrangements, before starting to come back down the eastern side of the loop along another stretch of beach which lasts another 2.5km. The trail then takes you back to the final stretch of road to lead into Castlegregory (Caisleán an Ghriaire) , which offers the walker a good variety o f acco mmodation, restaurants and pubs.

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Four Peaks Challenge for Kerry Hospice

Six individuals from West Kerry, all keen hill-walkers and memebers of Dingle Coast Guard—Karen Nicolson, Ursula Vickers, Niall Flannery, Patrick Sheehy, Maurice O'Halloran, and Mark Murphy—will be taking part in the Four Peaks Challenge on Sunday 27th and Monday 28th of October to raise funds for Kerry Hospice. The challenge involves climbing the highest mountains in each of Ireland’s four provinces: Carrauntoohil (Kerry), Mweelrea (Mayo), Slieve Donard (Down), and Lugnaquilla (Wicklow).

This challenge is being done to support the care that Kerry Hospice provides to patients with serious illnesses and their families. Donations are being requested to help raise important funds for this great cause. Any donation, no matter the size, will be greatly appreciated and will make a meaningful difference in supporting Kerry Hospice. A gofundme page has been set up where you can donate to this most worthy cause:

https://gofund.me/60d6f17b?sfnsn=mo (or simply go to gofundme.com and search: Four Peaks Challenge for Kerry Hospice)

From left: Karen Nicolson, Ursula Vickers, Maurice O'Halloran, Patrick Sheehy, Mark Murphy and Niall Flannery.

The Dingle Distillery International Film Festival (DDIFF) announces it will host an unmissable weekend of Masters’ Talks and film screenings at the Dingle Skellig Hotel from Nov 8th to 10th, 2024. Presented in association with Screen Ireland, this special weekend event will feature five different talks with leading film industry figures as well as three evening film screenings—including the Dingle Peninsula premiere of the smash hit film ‘Kneecap’, showing on Sunday, Nov 10th at 8pm.

Kicking off the weekend on Friday Nov 8th at 2pm, local legend Philip King, the multi-talented musician, broadcaster and producer of ‘Other Voices’, will share insights from his successful career and discuss his recent experience producing the acclaimed film, ‘That They May Face the Rising Sun’. Philip will also present a screening of this beautiful film on Saturday night at 8pm.

On Saturday Nov 9th at 10am, Hollywood feature film producer and local resident Ned Dowd will reveal the process and core principles of turning a 120-page film script into a finished film. Ned will present a screening of his “funny and touching” film ‘Wonder Boys’ on Friday evening at 8pm.

On Saturday afternoon at 2:15pm, renowned film producer Winston Azzopardi will discuss his experiences making blockbuster “epic movies” on his home of Malta, one of the world’s most popular shooting locations.

The weekend continues Sunday morning at 10am with legendary Casting Director and Dingle resident Ros Hubbard. Ros will be joined by Maureen Hughes, one of Ireland’s leading contemporary Casting Directors. This will be an entertaining and illuminating session that explores the casting process and the art of film acting.

Rounding out the talks on Sunday afternoon at 2:15pm, three awardwinning Irish documentary directors (Mark McLoughlin, Brenda Ní Shúilleabháin, and James Byrne) will share their different perspectives on non-fiction filmmaking.

Wrapping up the weekend on a high will be a screening of the smash hit film of the year, ‘Kneecap’, playing at 8pm on Sunday night.

Tickets for all Talks and Screenings can be purchased at the door or in advance through Eventbrite. (Student discounts offered.) https:// www.eventbrite.com/cc/ddiff-masters-weekend-3682109

Further details can be found at dinglefilmfest.com

Bake Off 2024

This year's bake-off competition was a great success, with entrants creating a wide variety of delicious chocolate cakes. From classic brownies to decadent three-layer chocolate sponges, the entrants showcased their creativity and baking skills. All entrants should be commended for their hard work and dedication. Encouraging young girls and boys to participate in baking competitions is a vital way to recruit young people to embrace the festival. Local schools can play an important role in supporting and showcasing this event, providing a platform for future bakers and committee members. The winners of the competition were:

First place: Caitriona Donegan

2nd place: Amelia Kenny

3rd place: Conn O'Shea

I would like to thank the sponsors Kerry Catering Supplies and The Dingle Bookshop for the prizes.

- Jill Burton

Caitríona Donegan (Ballincollig / Dingle) with her prize winning chocolate cake at the Great Dingle Bake Off during the Food Festival.

Nelius McAuliffe presenting the cup for best lamb ram to Ben Clifford at Dingle Mart Scotch Aged & Lamb Ram sale.

From left: Caoimhín O'Neill, Dinny & Cathal Galvin judges, Ben Clifford, Nelius McAuliffe, Michael Horan & Michael Healy.

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View south from the Conor Pass: Mossy Donegan

Maharees Conservation Association Win Cultural Heritage Award

The Maharees Conservation Association were announced as inaugural winners of the "Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh – Gradam Dúchais", a new Intangible Cultural Heritage Award, for their currach making demonstration during National Heritage Week. The O’Leary family, who have been making currachs in Maharees for five generations gave the demonstration and those who attended their event learned how the currachs have connected and sustained the communities living in Maharees and around the Tralee Bay area. The award which was presented by Tánaiste Micheál Martin, recognised the group's celebration and preservation of our rich traditions, crafts, skills, customs, and practices.

Dingle Mart AGM

to be held in the Mart Canteen on Thursday 24th October at 8pm. Only Shareholders can attend this meeting , the following are up for re-election:

Padraig Ferriter - Baileuachtra, Eoin Moriarty - Curragraigue, James M. O'Dowd - Knockavrogeen. Any or all of the named can be reelected. Any person who wishes to be on the committee must forward their name along with the name of a proposer and seconder to the Mart Office no later than Monday October 21st, they must be from the area the above named are representing.

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Three generations of currach builders: Grandfather Monty, son Michéal and grandson Michéal-Mikey O’Leary pictured examining a Naomhóg for maintenance, in Fahamore harbour, The Maharees. Picture: Clare Keogh

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Bhí cruinniú againn in Óstán Benner’s óiche Dé Luain maidir le Feachtas Náisiúnta Tithíochta sa Ghaeltacht agus na cúiseanna go bhfuil gá go mbeidh guth láidir ag muintir Ghaeltacht Chiarraí Thiar. Ba mhaith linn ár míle buíochas a thabhairt go Máire Uí Mhurchú a bhí mar chathaoirleach ar an oíche. Bhí Donncha Ó hEallaithe linn ón ngrúpa Banú agus Róisín Ní Chinnéide linn ó Chonradh na Gaeilge. Tá siad ag imeacht timpeall na tíre fé láthair ag iarraidh daoine a bhailiú le bheith mar chuid don bhfeachtas náisiúnta. Míle buíochas le Breandán Ó Beaglaoich leis a bhí linn agus ana-thuiscint aige ar na fadhbanna pleanála agus tithíochta anseo ar an leithinis. Ár mbuíochas ó chroí le gach éinne a bhí linn.

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Folúntais / Vacancies i gCorca Dhuibhne

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Inch Notes

Thanks to all who attended the Clean Coast Clean-up on Saturday 21st September!

A community biodiversity survey of the Inch dunes will take place on Friday 11th October at 1pm with ecologist Cathy Eastman (Biodiversity Partners) as part of the Inch Community Biodiversity Action Plan funded by Community Foundation Ireland. Meeting point: outside Sammy’s.

Katie’s Coffee for cancer: Join us for Coffee, Cake, and Traditional Music at Inch Coffee (V92 FY51) on Saturday, October 19th at 11am. All proceeds will go to Recovery Haven Tralee and National Breast Cancer Research Institute. Please support this cause and help to spread awareness. Everyone is welcome!

Kids Halloween Party: Sunday 27th October 4-6pm at Inch Community Centre. Kids Disco – Prizes for best fancy dress. Come and meet Kenny the Clown! €6 entry.

Clean-up and Maintenance Days will take place on the following Saturdays from 10am-12pm. For clean-ups, bags will be provided. Pickers and high-vis vests might also be provided but please bring your own if you have them.

Inch to Annascaul Coast Road Clean (meet at Inch Beach car park): 16th November.

Clean-ups are weather dependent. Please check the Inch Community Facebook page for last-minute changes.

The Inch-Annascaul Community First Responders are trained volunteers that live locally. When an ambulance is called to an address within a radius of 8-10km of Inch Beach, Co Kerry, Community First Responders received an alert, and any available responders will attend with a defibrillator.

The responders receive alerts specific to Cardiac Arrest, Stroke, Choking, and Chest Pain. The aim of the Community First Responders is to reach a potential life-threatening emergency in the first vital minutes before the ambulance arrives.

If you think you would like to volunteer to train to become a Community First Responder, the next round of training begins in November. For more information or to sign up for training please contact Niamh on the following number 0857126947.

Inch Community Council will be hosting a fundraiser bingo on Thursday October 24th at 7.30pm to raise much needed funds for the InchAnnascaul Community First Responders. These funds will be used to buy new defibrillators.

Senior citizen community lunches at Inch Community Centre V92HK31 on every second Tuesday at 1pm including the 22nd October and 5th November. All are welcome.

Inch Farmers Market will take place on the following Saturdays from 10am-2pm at Foley’s Beer Garden: 12th October, 9th November and 7th December.

If you are interested in a spot, please contact inchfarmersmarket@gmail. com

There is the opportunity to be involved through a cooperatively run farm produce stand. This is for farmers that don’t have enough produce, variety or hours to warrant a stall themselves and allows locally grown produce to be available in the community. If anyone has extra veg etc. that they would like to sell, get in touch!

Events at Inch Community Centre:

Yoga with Mélanie: Mondays 7-8pm (starting 1st November), book in advance via WhatsApp +33 659 286 354.

Yoga with Mélanie: Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm, book in advance via What-

sApp +33 659 286 354.

Bingo nights on the following Thursdays at 7:30pm: 10th October, 24th October.

Coffee Mornings on the following Sundays at 10:30am (after mass): 13th October, 24th November.

Other regular notices: Upcoming mass times for St Joseph’s church Inch at 10am on alternate Sundays: 13th October, 27th October.

The Kerry Mobile Library Service will be parked opposite Foley’s Bar Inch from 12:25pm – 1pm on Fridays 18th Oct, 1st Nov, 15th Nov, 29th Nov and 13th Dec.

Practice your Irish at the weekly Comhra at Foley’s Bar Inch on Wednesdays at 10:30am. All levels welcome.

The 276 Bus Service from Killarney to Dingle will be passing Inch Church daily at 9:53, 15:28 and 18:53, and Inch Beach daily at 9:55, 15:30 and 18:55. The service from Dingle to Killarney will be passing Inch Beach daily at 7:45, 12:20 and 16:50, and Inch Church daily at 7:47,12:22 and 16:52.

If you would like to add something to the Inch Community notes, please contact Jenny and Mélanie: inchcommunityevents@gmail.com.

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Join us for Coffee, Cake, and Traditional Music!

Where: Inch Coffee, V92 FY51 When: Saturday, October 19th Time: 11am

All proceeds will go to Recovery Haven Tralee and National Breast Cancer Research Institute.

Please support this cause and help to spread awareness. Everyone is welcome!

Photos by Mossy Donegan on sale at The Dingle Bookshop

Is minic a dúradh nach fásann crainn i gCorca Dhuibhe, ach tá a mhalairt le feiscint inár dtionscadal anuraidh. Beimid ag iarradh an cleas a imirt arís an Geimhreadh seo chughann, ach daoine a fháilt atá ag smaoineamh ar crainn, no fál, a chur…. It’s often been said that trees don’t grow well in West Kerry. We’ve proven that this is not at all true, as last year a diverse group of west Kerry planters put down over 6,000 trees in all sorts of fields, housing estates and gardens all over the peninsula, and most of them have survived (the trees are doing really well too!). We surprised ourselves with the success of this project: we learned a bit about planting and growing in West Kerry, we met up with new friends and neighbours, we helped each other, we had fun, and we ended up with something that we can all be proud of and benefit from.

Trees enrich our community, by supporting many forms of life, and bringing nature back into our own nature-depleted lives. They’re good for our mental and our physical health, and they will protect against the ravages of storms, and of floods. They help nourish the land too and can support and benefit farmland.

Trees On The Land – who donated the trees for free– were so impressed with our project that they have this year promised us even more! If we can find willing volunteers, we can plant 7 or 8 thousand native Irish trees this winter. We can ask for a wide range of trees to suit our sites – this will suit small scale areas (less than a quarter acre), and hedging, and will include a mix of oak, birch, hazel, scots pine, alder, rowan, hawthorn, Crab apple, wild cherry, spindle and guelder rose. We might also get a small number of apple trees if available. If you think you might be interested, just get in touch with us, let us know what area (or length of hedging) you might want to plant. Give us your exact location on a google-map, and we’ll receive the trees around February. Some people might want help with planting, and we had great fun running meitheal’s last year, others might want advice on what to plant, and we’ll do our best to help with that too.

Bí I dteagmháil le Peadar ar 087 2796182, nó scríog chuigh cdcommunityforum@ gmail.com

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‘Is í an Eocairist mo mhórbhealach chun na bhFlaitheas’.

Fáilte Roimh Thaisí Carlo Acutis Bheannaithe go

Paróiste an Fheirtéaraigh 22 – 23 Samhain, 2024

We Welcome the Relics of Blessed Carlo Acutis to Ballyferriter Parish 22 - 23 November, 2024

Iar-chaptaen na Gaeltachta, Tomás Ó Mistéal ó Dhún Chaoin a bhuaigh Craobh Shóisir Chiarraí leis an nGaeltacht i 1976 le buachaillí Dhún Chaoin a bhí ar an foireann fé 13 a bhuaigh Craobh Chiarraí Thiar fé 13 le déanaí.

Mac an tSithigh, James Ó Slattara (Captaen), Tomás Ó Mistéal, Seán Ó hAiniféin agus Sonaí Mac an tSithigh.

Camp Notes

Brigid O'Connor

KERRY PERSON OF THE YEAR

We are delighted to share news that P.J. Crean has been named as Kerry Person of the Year 2024 by the Kerry Association London.

P.J. Has received this award in recognition of his lifelong contribution to the lives of Kerry people in London. He will be presented with his award at Kerry Association London, annual dinner dance on Friday November 1st. Congratulations PJ, well deserved.

TEDX TRALEE

Local Camp woman Dr. Breda O'Dwyer, will take the TEDxTralee stage at Siamsa Tíre to share her unique insights and experiences! Breda’s talk "The Entrepreneurial Suitcase" unpacks the entrepreneurial mindset. Book your tickets - https://go.mtu.ie/3zFbIuV.

Well done, Breda, Congratulations! Go n-éirí an t-ádh leat.

HARVEST THANKSGIVING

On Sunday September 29th, over 60 hardy souls braved the lashing wind and rain and gathered at Kilgobbin Church to give thanks for the harvest and celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Church building. Surrounded by a lovely display of flowers, jams, eggs and produce, the ecumenical congregation sang, prayed and took a collection for the Church Mission Societies work in Africa. The Village Voices of Castlegregory and the stellar Maire Begley provided the music.

The Rev. Jim Stephens recounted the economic changes of the last 200 years in the state and County and listed the clergy who served Kilgobbin in living memory. He reminded us that the people are the real history, present and future. The celebration continued at the Old School with fellowship fuelled by sweets and sandwiches, much appreciated by the children and one unnamed soul who sampled the church’s birthday cake before the candles were added. It was a lovely afternoon and enjoyed very much by everybody present. Thanks to pastor Willa for the report.

DERRYQUAY SCHOOL

Derryquay National School open day on Saturday, 12th October from 12.00 to 2.00 p.m, alternatively call 066 7130269.

NATIONAL HERITAGE AWARD

The Maharees Conservation Association has won the new Heritage Council award named after the late Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh.

The legendary GAA commentator from Dún Síon died earlier this year at the age of 93, and the Heritage Council has now created the Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh – Gradam Dúchais, or Intangible Cultural Heritage Award.

This is awarded to an event or project that encourages a greater appreciation of an element of our intangible cultural heritage, including crafts, skills, customs, or practices.

The Maharees Conservation Association has been announced as inaugural winners today for its currach-making demonstration during National Heritage Week with the O’Leary family. The award was launched today by Tánaiste Micheál Martin at a special event in Cork, and all heritage winners will be honoured at a ceremony in Dublin on November 15th. Congratulations and well done, it is great to see the expertise and craftsmanship involved in the making of a Curragh being acknowledged and the O’Leary family who have kept this old tradition to the present day recognised for their work and expertise. This is wonderful.

CAMPFEST

CampFest is celebrating 20 years and the organisers are looking forward to a great weekend in the Railway Tavern, Camp on the weekend of 18th - 20th October. It is always a great weekend for all the locals, some who get involved and others who enjoy the spectacle of watching a hundred or more VW cars and buses travelling in cavalcade through the peninsula on the Saturday morning. There is an auction on Saturday night in aid of a charity and that is good fun too. There is plenty of music and entertainment over the weekend. The Junction Bar facilitates parking and the visitors always enjoy the good food and ambience at Fitzgeralds too.

VINTAGE DAY

Camp Annual Vintage Day at The Junction Bar on Sunday 15th September last was a great success.

Camp Vintage Committee would like to express their thanks to all who participated, who exhibited and who helped out in any way on the day and leading up to the event.

Grateful thanks to the following sponsors - Comans, JJ Bonn, Donal and Elaine O Riordan, Cliffords C&C, O’Dwyers retail Centre, Camp, Railway Bar, Camp, The Junction Bar, Camp, Annes Cafe, Ashes Camp, Top Parts, Tralee Tyre Depot, Salads-O’Connor Fruit & Veg. Burgers-Spar, Castlegregory, Kennellys, Ballybunion. Burger Buns - Lanes.

Winners of prizes in the raffle are - Congratulations all.

254 - Mike Hanlon

250 - Oran Murray

252 - Dave Curran

271 - Sean Dineen

242 - PJ Dollery

263 - Aoibhinn O’Dwyer

243 - Liam O’ Dowd

255 - Philip Blennerhassett

260 - David Kelliher

264 - Paudy Moore

269 - Jimmy Daly

246 - Tom Glover

244 - Aidan O’Keefe

258 - Mike Baker

272 - Aoibhinn O’Dwyer

247 - Dan Cotter

Provisional Date - Camp Vintage, 14th September 2025.

Garda Youth Achievement Awards

Congratulations to last year's Transition Year class from Meán Scoil Nua an LeithTriúigh, Castlegregory who won the group award at the Lee Strand Garda Youth Achievement Awards last Friday for their outstanding contribution to the environment, their school and their community.

Four students represented their class at the award ceremony Lucy Finn, Ciara Butler, Saoirse McCarthy and Daniel O'Mahony and later collected the award on behalf of their class.

Last year this amazing group of students embarked on four different environmental and community based projects.

The four groups were as follows:

Fixing Fashion raised awareness about fast fashion, organised a clothes swap shop and raised money for SVP as well as organising a shoe drive to send shoes to Africa.

COP Castlegregory linked in with the Dingle Hub and advised local businesses on how to become more environmentally friendly.

Solar Soldiers had all the groundwork done on pricing and sourcing solar panels for our school which are now in situ and reducing our electricity bill

and finally Eco Empire Expanded built a pond in our Geopark which is enjoyed during lunchtimes by students. They also secured a container for storing gardening equipment for our polytunnel.

This amazing group of young people put in such hard work last year and are worthy recipients of this Lee Strand Garda Youth Achievement Group Award.

Congratulations to each and every one of them and their teachers Ms Ilona O' Dowd, Mr Diarmuid Begley and Principal Ms Karen Blennerhassett for their guidance and encouragement.

Representing their Transition Year class at the Garda Youth Achievement Awards: Ciara Butler, Lucy Finn and Daniel O' Mahoney with Principal Karen Blennerhassett.

Pathfinder Survey Winner Announced

Dingle resident Lorcan Fingleton was the lucky winner of a 2kW solar PV system for his home at the prize draw for the Dingle Peninsula Pathfinder Survey.

Lorcan was attending choir practice at An Díseart on Monday night when his name was drawn by nine-year-old Eoin McNamara from Ceann Trá. The draw which was held downstairs at An Díseart was independently observed by accountant Seán O’Sullivan.

Local energy solutions company Solar Beo generously sponsored the prize, giving the winner the choice of a 2kW solar PV system for their home or an electric bicycle.

On hearing the news of his win, a delighted Lorcan had no hesitation which one he would opt for.

“Solar panels are the way to go and it was very much part of the plan to get them anyway so I’m delighted,” he said.

Lorcan was one of 385 people who completed the survey which will inform the Corca Dhuibhne National Sustainable Mobility Pathfinder Project. The project is led by Dingle Hub and aims to identify and advocate for easy, affordable and integrated travel options that will lessen our dependency on private cars. Its objective is to help cut emissions, support climate change goals and improve quality of life on the Dingle Peninsula. It follows the successful introduction of Transport for Ireland (TFI) Local Link bus services on which 46,000 journeys were completed last year alone.

Dingle Hub was helped by volunteers from Corca Dhuibhne Community Forum to promote the survey.

Forum chair Dr Peadar Ó Fionnáin said the Pathfinder Project was all about figuring out ways to get around without driving everywhere and Dingle was once again leading the way.

“We’re going to show the rest of the country how that’s done outside a city, in a rural area,” he said.

“The Pathfinder Project started out with a survey where we were trying to find out how we travel, why we travelled the way we do and help us figure out how we can proceed and what type of interventions are going to work around here,” Peadar added. He said the whole project was managed by Dingle Hub but with very few resources allocated for it, community involvement was crucial.

“We need people who are living here in West Kerry to be part of this. The Community Forum is involved and we’d really welcome anyone else who wants to come along to talk to the Hub or talk to the forum about getting involved.

“By making some serious changes, we’re going to be a healthier community, a more sustainable community, a happier community and show the rest of the country how that’s done,” he said.

Pictured at the Dingle Peninsula Pathfinder Survey draw at An Díseart were (l-r) Seán O’Sullivan, Dr Peadar Ó Fionnáin (Corca Dhuibhne Community Forum) Ciarán Murphy, Dawn Connor and Cian Murphy (Solar Beo), Deirdre de Bhailís (Dingle Hub) and local children Robert Ó Máirtín, Eoin MacConmara and Nóra Ní Fhionnáin.

Foireann caide fé 13 na Gaeltachta a bhuaigh Craobh Chiarraí Thiar i bPáirc an Ághasaigh le déanaí

WEEKLY TABLE QUIZ RETURNS

THURSDAY 17 OCTOBER

McCARTHY’S BAR DINGLE

9.30PM

Handles, hinges, locks, patio rollers, letterboxes etc.

Replace all fogged & broken double and single glazed

Members of the West Kerry Under 15 County Championship Team receiving a set of jerseys from sponsors The Hare's Corner, with Paul (Senior & Junior) and Eibhlín Geaney.

Tinteán - Feachtas Náisiúnta Tithíochta

Bhí cruinniú poiblí ag BÁNÚ, Conradh na Gaeilge, Tobar Dhuibhne agus

Dúchas an Daingin oíche Dé Luain, chun an feachtas náisúnta tithíochta “TINTEÁN” a phlé.

Táimid thar a bheith buíoch dhóibh siúd a bhí linn i nÓstán Benners ar an oíche. Cruinniú fiúntach agus spreagúil a bhí ann.

Má tá suim agat coiméad ar an eolas fé seo, tá grúpa Whatsapp á chur le chéile againn. Cuir téasc chuig 0877004884.

Ceardlann Bainistiú Strusa

Deirtear go bhfuil strus nasctha le 80% de chuairteanna dochtúra.

Bíonn tionchar aige orainn go meabhrach, go mothúchánach agus go fisiciúil.

Ní féidir é a sheachaint, ach is féidir ár bhfreagra chuige a stiúradh i slí a mhéadóidh ár sonas, sásamh agus síocháin.

Bígí linn ar an 15ú agus an 22ú de Dheireadh Fómhair chun straitéisí agus modhanna praicticiúla a chur i bhfeidhm chun strus a bhainistiú agus chun máistireacht a bhaint amach ar na mothúcháin.

Dhá seisiún ar leith a bheidh i gceist agus is féidir clárú tríd an nasc thuas nó téascs a sheoladh chugainn. Táimid ag súil go mór leis!

Bunranganna Gaelainne do thuismithéoirí - Áiseanna na hÓige. Bígí linn do ranganna Gaelainne do thuismitheoirí in Áiseanna na hÓige. Maideancha Dé Luain óna 9:30r.n - 10:30r.n. ag tosnú ar an 21ú Deireadh Fómhar.

Bíodh muga tae nó caifé agaibh agus foghlaim cúpla focal nua! Beidh na ranganna seo neamh-fhoirmeálta, dírithe ar an dteanga labhartha.

Is gá clárú ag https://linktr.ee/duchasandaingin

Join us in Áiseanna na hÓige for Irish lessons for parents.

Every Monday morning from 9:30am-10:30am. Starting from the 21st of October

Have a cup of tea or coffee and learn a few new words and phrases! These classes will be relaxed and will focus on everyday spoken Irish! Registration is needed at https://linktr.ee/duchasandaingin

Tae & Plé

Tá deireadh tagtha leis an samhradh agus an dea-aimsir - mar sin tá an grúpa tae & plé ag filleadh aríst ar Óstán Benners.

Bígí linn, gach Deardaoin ar a 12:00i.n. Tá fáilte roimh chách. Caith siar bolgam tae agus caifé agus bígí ag caint lena chéile.

Tá grúpa Whatsapp againn, is féidir an Cód QR thíos a úsáid chun a bheith páirteach.

Tae & Plé is moving back to Benners for the winter months ahead. Join us for tea/coffee and chats all as Gaeilge. Every Thursday at 12:00pm!

Feel free to join our Whatsapp group via the QR Code below.

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!

- Cabhair ag teastáil

- Más maith leat tacaíocht a thabhairt dúinn…

- Ticéidí ar fáil ansa

- Fógra tabhachtach

- Comhghairdeachas go dtí’s na héinne

-Guímid ádh mór oraibh

- Bhí ana dheireadh seachtaine go deo againn

- Tá’n aimsir ag athrú / ag casadh

- Tá sé ag eirí dorcha

- Tá fuacht diamhair ann

- Tá’n ghaoth ag séideadh

An féidir linn cabhrú leatsa?

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- Congratulations to everyone

-We wish you the best of luck

- What a brilliant weekend!

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- It’s getting dark

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News From Dingle Hub

Corca Dhuibhne Tourism & Hospitability

We were delighted to do a trial in Dingle town for the ToGoCup returnable cup scheme over the Dingle Food Festival. This trial gives consumers and businesses a chance to try out a returnable coffee cup scheme. Thanks to all the businesses who took part, and we will be circulating a questionnaire to get feedback on how it went. Thanks to the public who went out and brought their own cups and used the returnable cup scheme. Let’s all support the businesses and choose to use a returnable cup.

This initiative is supported by Údaras na Gaeltachta, Dingle Hub, Dingle Tidy Towns and Dingle Peninsula Tourism Alliance. Le tacaíocht ó Údarás na Gaeltachta.

Monday 14th October 2024

Dingle Skellig Hotel 2.00p.m. – 5.30p.m.

Óstán na Sceilge

Dé Luain 14ú lá Deireadh Fómhair 2.00i.n. go 5.30i.n. ‘Free Suicide Alertness Training for Everyone’

SafeTALK is a free half-day suicide alertness training that prepares attendees, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicidealert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die but are struggling with the pain in their lives. Through their words and actions, they invite help to stay alive. The training is delivered by professionals from the HSE.

Registration in advance is necessary on the link: https://bookwhen.com/ suicideprevention-trainingkerry SafeTALK trained helpers can recognise these invitations and act by connecting them with life-saving intervention resources. SafeTALK-trained helpers are an important part of suicide-safer communities, working alongside intervention resources to identify and avert suicide risks.

Please register early as spaces ar limited.

Tá an traenáil curtha ar fáil saor in aisce ag Feidhmeannas na Seirbhísí Sláinte. Breis eolais / Info ó Anne Marie ar 087 2890625

Cláraigh ar líne/ register online or call Anne Marie if you are unable to register on https://bookwhen.com/suicideprevention-trainingkerry Prior registration is necessary.

Breandan Ó Beaglaoich ag caifé Nourish

Darina Ní Shithigh lasmuigh do ollmhargadh Uí Mhóráin

Green Curry, Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup

Mark Murphy - Dingle Cookery School

A creamy and fragrant soup.

This soup is so pleasing to make. Start slowly and your kitchen will fill with the comforting aromas of onions and garlic as they soften. Once the ginger and lemongrass are added, the scents will change to citrus and make you want to cook this more often. Make sure to cook the curry paste for a few minutes to open and release all of the flavours. The mild pepper and creamy flavour of the lentils and the sugars of the sweet potato are the reasons that these two always work. The key to knowing when this soup is almost ready, is when you taste the lentils and there is a slight bite to them. Bring this all together with the richness of the coconut milk (go for the full fat one) and season with a little Thai fish sauce (available in all shops).

I hope you enjoy cooking this as much as everyone will when they taste it.

Ingredients

1 shallot, diced

2 cloves of garlic

about inch of ginger, peeled and diced

1 lemongrass stalk, outer layer removed, bottom piece sliced

2 tsp. green curry paste

150g brown lentils

2 small sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into large dice

500g stock (chicken or vegetable)

1 tin of coconut milk

a few broccoli florets, cut in half

dash of fish sauce

small bunch of coriander, chopped

Method

Heat a pot over low to medium heat. Add a little oil and add the shallot and garlic. Let this cook slowly for about five minutes. Add the ginger and lemongrass and let this cook slowly for a few minutes. Stir in the Green curry paste and cook it for about 2-3 minutes. Add in the lentils, sweet potato and stock. Simmer this for about 20-25 minutes. Check to make sure the lentils are cooked but still have a slight bite to them. The sweet potato should be cooked at this stage too.

Add the coconut milk and broccoli to the pot, cook for about 5 minutes. Use fish sauce to season. Add chopped coriander to serve.

Bain Taitneamh As!!

Iarracht ionraic ar an gCorn

Mícheál Ó hUanacháin

Ní mór dúinn arís aitheantas a thabhairt d'ógánaigh na Ríochta as an tréan-iarracht a chuireadar isteach an deireadh seachtaine seo caite i mBaile Átha Cliath. Ach sara dtagaimid chuige sin, céard déarfá leis na sinsir, agus pointe coinnithe sa bhaile acu ainneoin go ndeachaidh Cláirsigh na Finne chun cinn orthu le cúl ó Pat Ferry déanach go maith sa dara leath.

Nathan Gleeson a thosaigh an imirt a thug comhscór do na Ciarraígh, agus nuair nár éirigh le cúl báire na gConallach greim a choinneáil ar a iarracht seisean, bhí Sean mcGrath ann chun an liathróid a chur thairis san eangach. Bhí seans breá ag Oran Crowe an bua a bhreith don fhoireann baile in am cúiteamh gortaithe, ach an uair seo bhí Oisin Cooney in ann breith air.

Thug muintir Thrá Lí a gcuairt deireanach an séasúr seo ar Chóbh Chorcaí an deireadh seachtaine ina dhiaidh sin, ach níorbh é an toradh a bhí uathu a fuair siad, Jason Abbott ag scóráil faoi dhó ina gcoinne, agus gan ach aon chúlamháin ag na cuairteoirí cois cuain, Cian Brosnan ag baint buntáiste as pas álainn chuige leath-bhealach tríd an gcéad leath.

Ach an Domhnach ina dhiaidh sin arís, bhí ógánaigh faoi 17 na Ríochta sa phríomhchathair don chluiche is tábhachtaí sa séasúr dóibh. Ach an oiread leis na sinsir i mbliana, bhí craobh chomórtas Coirn bainte amach acu, Corn Mark Farren. I bPáirc na Tulchann (Tolka Park) i dtuaisceart na cathrach bhí leads chlub Síol Bhroin ag fanacht orthu, agus imreoirí óga ina measc a bhfuil taithí maith acu ar imirt ag an aoisghrúpa níos sine, faoi 19, agus fiú leithéidí Dan Ring, a bheadh ina ábhar ionadaí do na sinsir níos déanaí an tráthnóna céanna tar éis dó éacht a dhéanamh dá fhoireann féin. Scóráil seisean an chéad chúl do na Bleá Cliathaigh, nach bhfuil cluiche ar bith caillte acu ó bhuaigh na Seamróga orthu sa chraobh chéanna anuraidh.

Chruthaigh na Ciarraígh go maith, ach ní raibh siad in ann don chumas agus don scil a léirigh Síol Bhroin. Mar sin féin, ní raibh siad náirithe in aon chor, agus fiú is an cluiche caillte le ceithre chúl ina gcoinne, léirigh an fear ionaid Callum Robertson croí agus spiorad nuair a d’aimsigh sé an t-eangach in am cúiteamh gortaithe.

Is fiú na himreoirí óga a chuaidh chun páirce, agus iad siúd a bhí ullamh chuige ach nár glaodh orthu, a liostáil anseo, chun go mbeimid in ann féachaint cén mhaith a dheinfidh siad don fhoireann sinsir nuair a shroisfidh siad é.

Ciarraí Faoi-17: 1 Harvey Mangan (cúl

báire); 2 Jack Daly, 4 Cian Beirne (captaen), 5 Oran Horgan, 3 Nathan Aherne; 7 Davidson Amechi, 6 Ethan Ballard, 8 Shayne Stack, 11 Jamie Forde; 9 Luke Palmer, 10 Robert Keane

Na fir ionaid: 12 Rooney Nono (in áit Amechi, 67

nm), 15 Daniel John Cussen (in áit Keane, 78), 17 Darragh Taylor (in áit Ballard, 67), 18 Christian Amundala (in áit Forde, 57), 19 Callum Robertson (in áit Aherne, 78), Michels, Marcel Kowalczyk, Niki Hoare, Hadi

Coláiste

• Excellent Academic achievement: 25% of 2024 LC cohart achieved 600 points or higher. 75% of 2024 achieved 500 points or higher

• Class average size 2024 = 19

• Majority of students enrolled attended English Medium primary schools!

• Sár Thorthaí Acadúla le 25% de chohórt na hArdteitimeireachta 2024 ag baint amach 600 pointe no níos mó 75% ag baint amach 500 pointe no níos mo.

• Líon Scoláirí sa Rang 2024: Meán 19

• Remote Area Grant available from Department of Education subject to geographical location.

• Scoláireachtaí Gaeilge, Cultúrtha agus Gaeltachta ar fáil. (Daltaí bliain 1 amháin)

• Deontas do cheantair Iargúlta le fáil ón Roinn Oideachais de réir suíomh geografach.

• Irish, Cultural and Gaeltacht scholarships available (1st year students only)

• JC exams over? Immerse in the Irish language with us for the year and experience many other TY activities! (Limited Places).

• Clár cuimsitheach idirbhliana don 5ú bliain. Deis iontach chun tumoideachas trí mheán na Gaeilge (Áiteanna teoranta).

• Réimse leathan gníomhaíochtaí seac-churaclaim.

• Wide range of Extracurricular Opportunities.

• Timpeallacht oiliúnach shábháilte.

• Safe Nurturing Environment.

Foireann Faoi 17 Chiarraí

Coláiste Íde, Meánscoil Chónaithe do Chailíní

Dingle Heartsafe invite you to a meeting of those interested in forming a Cardiac First Responder Group in Dingle.

The meeting will take place in An Diseart Centre at 19.30 hrs on Tuesday October 15th.

Contact Fiona 087 9190632 if any queries.

Cuimhneachán Bliana Áine Ruiséal Uí Fhlatharta

Clochar, Baile an Fheirtéaraigh

Tá bliain curtha dínn againn ó cailleadh Áine ar an 26 Meán Fómhair 2023.

Ba dheas linne; Joe, Colm, Laura, Fionn, Sadie agus clann Áine ar fad míle buíochas a ghabháil do gach éinne a chabharaigh linn in aon tslí tríd an sochraid agus ó shin i leith.

An Athair Eoghain Ó Cadhla, S.P. a cheiliúr Aifreann na Sochraide agus an tAthair Séamus Mac Ginneá a bhí ag comhcheiliúradh leis. Don adhlacóir proifisiúnta Dónal Ó Conchúir. Gach éinne a sheol teachtaireachtaí comhbhróin agus Cártaí Aifrinn chugainn. Foireann Ionad Leighis an Daingin agus an fhoireann uile in Ospidéal Pobail Chorca Dhuibhne a thug togha na haire do Áine.

Sláinte agus saol chugaibh. Táimíd fíor bhuíoch díbh go léir.

I’m Not Talking to Myself Today

I’m not talking to myself today

They say it’s the ‘First Sign of Madness’ Or so I like to tell Myself

I’m not talking to myself today

I demand an apology for the things that I said

I’m not talking to myself today

Who does He think He is?

I’m not talking to myself today

One of us is going to have to make The first move

But it won’t be me.

- Artwork and words by Laurence Jones.

Ceol Beo / Live Music

Clochán BréannainnCloghane Brandon

Monday 14th October

7.30 Halla le Chéile - Tinteán Ceoil

Monday 21st October

7.30 Halla le Chéile - Tinteán Ceoil

Dingle-Daingean Uí Chúis

Thursday 10th October

9.00 Neligan's - Open Session

9.00 Curran's Bar - Trad & Folk with Billy and Luke

9.00 O'Flaherty's - Open session with Fergus & Friends

9.15 John Benny Moriarty's - Niamh Varian - Barry ( Fiddle & vocals), Meabh Ni Bheaglaoich( Accordeon & Vocals)

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Teresa Horgan & Gerry O'Beirne

Friday 11th October

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

7.30 Saint James' Church - Folk Concert (€20)

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9ish Hannie Agnes' - Candlelit session

9.30 McCarthy's Bar - Rock & Soul with De-Vices

9.30 O'Flaherty's - Open session

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Greta Curtin & Tommy O'Sullivan

9.30 Neligan's - Open Session

Saturday 12th October

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 13th October

6.00 Marina Inn - Open session with Tom and Caroline

6.00 Bob Griffin’s - Pilgrim sessions

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Jeremy Spen -

cer & Tommy O'Sullivan

9.30 Paul Geaney’s - Live music

Monday 14th October

6.00 Curran's Bar - Open Trad session

7.30 Saint James' Church - Folk Concert (€20)

8.00 Bob Griffin’s - Open mic session

9.00 Marina Inn - Tom Delaney and Teresa Horgan

9.30 Neligan's - Set Dancing

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Caroline Keane & Pals

Tuesday 15th October

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

6.30-8.30 Foxy John's - Trad session

8.00 Bob Griffin’s - Open session

9.00 Marina Inn - Dermot Kelly

9.00 O'Flaherty's - Open session with Fergus & Friends

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 16th October

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

7.30 Saint James' Church - Folk Concert (€20)

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9.00 Marina Inn - Dermot Kelly

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 17th October

9.00 O'Flaherty's - Open session with Fergus & Friends

9.00 Curran's Bar - Trad & Folk with Billy and Luke

9.00 Neligan's - Open Session

9.15 John Benny Moriarty's - Niamh Varian - Barry ( Fiddle & vocals), Meabh Ni Bheaglaoich( Accordeon & Vocals)

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Teresa Horgan & Gerry O'Beirne

Friday 18th October

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

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

7.30 Saint James' Church - Folk Concert (€20)

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 McCarthy's Bar - Rock & Soul with De-Vices

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Greta Curtin & Tommy O'Sullivan

9.30 Neligan's - Open Session

Saturday 19th October

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 20th October

6.00 Marina Inn - Open session with Tom and Caroline

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 21st October

6.00 Curran's Bar - Open Trad session

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

7.30 Saint James' Church - Folk Concert (€20)

8.00 Bob Griffin’s - Open mic session

9.00 Marina Inn - Tom Delaney and Teresa Horgan

9.30 Neligan's - Set Dancing

9.00 Dingle Pub - Ballads/Trad

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Caroline Keane & Pals

Tuesday 22nd October

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

6.30-8.30 Foxy John's - Trad session

8.00 Bob Griffin’s - Open session

9.00 O'Flaherty's - Open session with Fergus & Friends

9.00 Marina Inn - Dermot Kelly

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 23rd October

6.00 Dingle Pub - Trad

7.30 Saint James' Church - Folk Concert (€20)

9.00 Marina Inn - Dermot Kelly

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 24th October

9.00 Neligan's - Open Session

9.00 O'Flaherty's - Open session with Fergus & Friends

9.15 John Benny Moriarty's - Cáit Ní Riain (Fiddle & vocals), Eoin Ó Beaglaoích(Concertina)

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Teresa Horgan & Gerry O'Beirne

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Castlegregory Notes

BINGO: Sunday the 13th at 2.30pm with refreshments and raffle

TIDY TOWNS COFFEE MORNING : 20th of October from 12.30 onwards. Winter pot planter demonstration with Martin Greenwood which will be raffled off. All funds raised will go towards a bench in memory of Breda Kennedy.

RAMBLING HOUSE : Friday 25th of October at 7.30pm €5 all are welcome.

3 SHORT PLAYS both drama and comedy by the Hy- Breasal Theatre company will take place in the clubrooms on Saturday 26th of October at 8pm. €15 admission , tickets available from Monday the office HALLOWEEN MARKET is on October 26th ...still room and time to sign up for this market.

THE CHRISTMAS MARKET is on November 30th..and is now fully booked. We hope to see you all there ....

Both markets will be held in the Clubrooms...time for both markets is 11am to 4pm.

CASTLEGREGORY TIDY TOWNS: If you

would like to join our weekly volunteering activities we usually meet every Saturday at 10:00am at the Castlegregory Playground unless otherwise stated. Please check the side of the little library there for any updates each week

CASTLEGREGORY CARE OF THE AGED/ ACTIVE RETIRED: Dinners on Tuesdays in the Clubrooms. New members are always welcome. Please ring Michelle on 085 243 2251 if you would like to come along or if you are a regular and can't make it for any reason. Volunteers needed, Tuesday's 12.30-2.30pm to assist with dinners. Please contact 087 2854779. .

Solar Systems

Tom Kennedy

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.

CE SCHEME VACANCY: The role will be to assist in the kitchen and include assisting the cook when and as required, deep kitchen cleaning, venue prep/ set-up for the weekly dinner and assisting with the delivery of the entertainment programme. Contact: castleactiveretired@gmail.com 085 43 2251.

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.

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, you ask how!

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 a cost.

WHIST: Every Thursday evening in the Clubrooms from 8pm. Newcomers and Learners welcome.

02/10/24: Ladies: 1stAnne Windle 2nd: Mary Farrell Intervals:Anne Kavanagh, Eila Moriarty Gents: 1st:Kathleen Hennessy-

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. A solar system for a family

John McEnery, 2nd: - Intervals: Mary Shanahan, Thomas Maunsell Mystery:03/10/24 Ladies: 1st Anne Kavanagh 2nd: Maureen Dowling , Intervals: Mary Farrell, Catherine Lyons Gents: 1st Maeve Herlihy, 2nd: Mike Rohan Intervals: Martin Courtney, Kathleen Hennessy, Pat Moore Connor, Robert Brosnan,Joan Cantillon

Michael Healy-Rae TD Mícheál Ó’hEalaigh-Rae

Clinicí Áitiúla

CLINICS-2nd MONDAY OF THE MONTH. NEXT CLINIC 14TH OCTOBER

Milltown: Larkins 6.15pm

Killorglin: Jim Shea's 7pm

CLINICS - 3rd MONDAY OF THE MONTH. NEXT CLINIC 21st OCTOBER

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: 21ú D. Fómhair 7.00-8.00

An Bóthar, Tigh Uí Bheaglaoich

Constituency Office: 064 6685782 Office Fax: 064 66 85904

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

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Comórtas Crosfhocail

Duais le Buachaint: Dearbhán ón gCafé Liteartha Buaiteoir na coicíse seo caite: Catherine Frost, Iniscartha, Co. Chorcaí

To Hell or Barbados

The Ethnic Cleansing of Ireland le Seán O’Callaghan foilsithe ag Brandon

‘Between 1652 and 1659, over 50,000 Irish men, women and children were transported to Barbados and Virginia. Yet until now there has been no account of what became of them. The author’s search began in the library of the Barbados Museum and Historical Society and its files on Irish slaves. Seán O’Callaghan, for the first time, documents the history of these people: their transportation, the conditions in which they lived on plantations as slaves or servants and their rebellions in Barbados.’ - O’Brien Press

An Café Liteartha Bóthar an Dadhgaide, Daingean Uí Chúis

Siopa Leabhar an Daingin ó 1979

Ó Mhárthain

Breandán Mac Gearailt

Bhí ceiliúradh fórspleóiseach ag Fundúireacht an Bhlascaoid Mhór le déanaí. De bharr fadbhanna gan choinne ní fheaca ach beagán, a bhí go diail. Tá an-mholadh ag dul d’on gcoiste eagraithe. Ortha siúd bhí ag caint bhí Seán Ó Ceallaigh, Feisire Eorpach, Mannanach eolach agus scata saineolaithe. Mar chuid den gceiliúradh bronnadh dá sparántacht an Bhlascaoid 2024 ar Sheán Ó Fiannachta ón bPaddock, agus Pádraigh Mac Gearailt ó Bhaile ‘n Mhóraigh, comhgháirdeachas leo. Fág fúibh é. Ag an Éigse thug Pádraig de Buis léacht shlachtmhar uaidh ar na nithe a bhaineann le aitheantas UNESCO, i gcomhthéacs Oileán Dairbhre, a bheidh b’fhéidir á lorg, agus Sceilg Mhichíl go bhfuil sé bainte amach aige. Tá sárleabhar toirtiúil eolgaiseach foilsithe le déanaí ag Padraig, The Amergin Step, seanachas, béaloideas agus cultúr Uíbh Ráthaigh. Thógfadh sé seachtainí ort é a léamh-an prós go snasta agus sleachtanna filíochta ag cur leis an abhar. I mBéarla den gcuid is mó. Ag tagairt do Dhónal ó Conaill, níl aon amhras ná go raibh oideachas agus éirí anairde ag sileadh leis an gConallach. Cinnte bhí sé i gceist aige an Ghaolainn a mhilleadh. Cad a deir tú fén bhfear a bhíodh ag tabhairt óráidí do na mílte daoine gur í an Ghaolainn a gcéad agus an t-aon teanga ag a bhfurmhór agus go mbíodh sé ag cur as i mBéarla. ‘Sea bhí sé ag iarraidh buachaillí agus cailíní béasacha Sasanach a dhéanamh dóibh. Ghéill sé do Shasana. Leigfí leis an gCreideamh ach turfaí fé sin ar ball is dócha. Mo ghraidhn iad Gaeil. Tá Méiní ar an margadh arís. Foillsíodh an leabhar seo ar dtúis sa bhliain 1996, ach ní raibh fáil air le tamaill. Tá tuiscint, gean agus brón, sa leabhar a thug Leslie Matson ar an saol. Tá an-mholadh ag dul do Leslie as an tslí éifeachtacht a tugannn sé cúntas duinn go críochnúil snasta. Fuair Leslie bás i 2020, ach bhí a bhean, a chlann agus garchlann ar an láthair chun an ath-chló a cheiliúradh, go raibh baint nach beag ag Eibhlín ní Ghliasáin uí Chatháin leis.

Doineann

Cé go luigh an drochaimsir ar ár gcomharsain thar teora amach ní luig dada puinn orainne. Go leanadh an aimsir chéanna. San idirlinn beam ag súil le bheith ag an Oireachtas i gCill Áirne in Óstán Ghleann ‘n Iolair. D’éirigh go diail le muintir Chorca Dhuibhne anuiridh go mór mhór an dream óg agus ná raibh ró óg ar fad. Beidh an t-ard amhránaí Sláine ní Chathalláin ar na maidí sa Mhór Chomórtas sínsireach amhránaíochta tráthnóna Dé Sathairn. Dia leat a Shláine agus gach iomathóir ón gceanntar. Bail ó Dhia oraibh . Stoc

Leanann an praghas maith ar bheithigh agus uain. Ar deire thiar thall

Cuirim agus ár gcoiste Cearta Sibhialta Ghaeltacht Chorca Dhuibhne fáilte roimh a raibh le rá le déanaí ag an mbanaltra agus ionadaí banaltrái, Phil Ní Shéaghda fé Óispidéal an Daingin. Bhí mór fháilte roimhis. Is maith í Phil. Cúram déanta. N’fheadar an mó maisle atá fachta ag an gcóras a chinn go mbeadh an líon ceanna othar san Óispidéal nua is a bhí sa tsean Óispidéal.

‘ Sé Jackie Healy Rae, Coiste Cearta Sibhialta agus mé féin go n-éirig linn an ospidéal nua a chur ar liosta an rialtais. An babhta seo chuireas Micheál ag obair féach an bhféadfaí lán-úsáid cheart a bhaint as. Cífeam. Ór

Bhí scata bonn Óir againn i mbliana. Tá ceann tuillte as a gheabhadh dtí an Mhangóil ag Breandán Ó Beaglaoich agus na pictiúirí álainn a lean a altanna. Ard fhear agus a chairde.

Eolas

• Feabhra 1865 an t-aon mhí riamh ná raibh ré lán innti.

• Hidrogen an t-adamh is fairsinge sa chruinne.

• Dá mbeadh uait a bhfuil do réalta sa chruinne a chómhaireamh ceann gach seicint, thógfadh sé 3,000 bliain ort.

• Ní úsáitear tairní iarainn ar/in adhmad crann daire mar go dtitfeadh siad chun meirge.

• Dá mbeithfeá ag béicigh ar feadh seacht mbliana, sé mhí agus chuig lá d’eireódh leat cupa caifé a théamh.

• Is féidir a dhéanamh amach an raibh duine ag ól alcoil suas dtí 12 a chloig déag ina dhiaidh.

• Is sa bhliain 1913 a cruthaíoch stíl ghlan [stainless steel] d’on gcéad

uair.

• Díolann Robots cáin sa tSeapáin!

• An t-aonad is lú ama ná an yoctoseicint.

• Tá an domhan ag taisteal tríd an spás, 660 míle san uair,

• Éiríonn na scamaill níos aoirde sa lá ná san oíche.

• Ag aon am tá 1,600 stoirm toirní agus splancacha sa domhan.

• Is féidir le bambú fás 90 centiméadar i lá , an féar (!) is treise fáis.

• N’fheadar an bhfuil an Lá Breithe céanna agat agus ag sé mhilliún duine ar domhan? Tá.

• I gcosa con a bhíonn a cuid.

• Mar a mbíonn an smacht, bíonn an rath.

• Is maith an fhoghlaim an tuiscint

Caid

Dea-scéala do imreoirí óga na Gaeltachta. Ta craobh Chorca Dhuibhne buaite ag an nGaeltacht fé 13 bl. agus sna mionúir agus tá siad ag fanacht le Abha na Scáil-Lios Póil, chun an cluiche craoibhe a imirt sa roinn fé 15 bl.

Bás

Fuair Patricia Flahive ón Ionad na bPoll sa Daingean agus Trá Lí, bás le déanaí. Méala mór a bás dá deirfiúr Bridie, deartháir céile Seán agus nianna Aodán agus Ciarán, agus a mná céile, Áine agus Lorraine.

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Sturdy wooden bunks beds for sale with matress in West Kerry. 087-9829829

Beautiful, as new electric moped. 250 Watt motor. 48V x 20ah lithium battery. Fully road legal - with pedal assist / PAS system. Photo available. Contact Paul: 087-4125034

Tall fridge and seperate freezer for sale. 087-9947927

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Frank McGowan-Sports and Physical Therapy. Sports, Deep Tissue, Remedial and Relaxation Massage. Lower Main St, Dingle Town Centre. Monday to Friday. 9 am-2 pm. Call, Text or Whats App 0857338601 for an appointment.

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Plumber specialising in boiler breakdown, servicing and commissioning. Complete range of plumbing services. Call John 086-3165714

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West Kerry Gardening services - lawn cutting, sand/gravel delivered, landscaping, power washing etc. Call Seán 087-6336082

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Five oak style bar stools wanted with a view to renovate. 087-6521294

House wanted to rent long term. West of Dingle area - for small family (kids going to Scoil Dhún Chaoin). Full references available. 086-1786618

Looking to buy grazing land for horses. 4 - 8 acres. Within 5km of Dingle. Please call 087 692 0378

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Insulated storage facility available - call Ted Browne Tool Hire & Tyre Centre on 087 2342599 for details

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

Dry secure storage unit for rent. Lispole area. 087-2820062