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San Eagrán Seo / In This Issue Pg 3: An Fhéile Bheag Filíochta Pg 8: Nutrition with Irene Pg 10: Loch Croite i bParóiste an Clocháin Pg 13: From the Archives Pg 14: Farming News Pg 16: West Kerry GAA Pg 18: Plean Teanga
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Pg 22: Small Changes: Black Gold Pg 29: Dingle Cookery School Recipe Pg 30: Greta's Herbs Pg 32: Crosfhocal Sean-Nós Pg 34 Crossword
News from The Marts Dingle Sheep & cattle sale Saturday 10th, sheep intake from 8am sale at 10am. Sheep & incalf heifer sale Saturday 17th
Pg 35: Classifieds
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Essential / Emergency Local Numbers Uimhreacha áitiúla riachtanacha / Uimhreacha éigeandála
IONAID LEIGHIS / MEDICAL CENTRES:
Clinic Cois Abhann, Spa Road , Dingle 066 9151465 Ionad Leighis An Daingin, The Mall, Dingle 066 9152225. DingleDoc, Gort a Lin, John St, Dingle 066 9151343 Castlegregory Medical Centre, 066-7139226 Mon-Fri, 9:00am to 5:00 pm Saturday, by appointment. Emergencies Doctor’s Surgery Annascaul, West Inch 066-9157227, SouthDoc: 1850 335 999 for all calls between 6.00pm to 8.00am Killorglin Health Centre, Killorglin, Tel: 066 976 1284 Dr Valerie Collins Market St, 066 976 1253 Cronin, Dr Ann, Beach Tree Lodge, Market St, Killorglin (066)9761014 Prendiville, Wm (Killorglin) Cluincorrig, Killorglin (066)9761149 Prenderville Edmond Daly’s Lane, Killorglin (066)9761072 Prenderville Edmond Coolmore Laharn, Killorglin (066)9761512 Milltown Health Centre Milltown (066)9767113
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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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:
Bus Station, Killarney, Co. Kerry. (064) 30011 Bus Station, Tralee, Co. Kerry. (066) 7164700
POITIGÉIRÍ / CHEMISTS:
The Village Pharmacy, Castlegregory, 066-7139646 Walsh John, Pharmacy Green st. Dingle (066)9151365 O’Keeffe Pharmacy Ltd . Strand St.(066)9151310 Grogan’s Pharmacy, Spa Rd, Dingle (066)-9150518 O’Dohertys Pharmacy, Bridge Street, Milltown (066)-9767305 Laune Pharmacy Market Street, Killorglin, 066 976 1131 Mulvihill Pharmacy Ltd, Main St, Killorglin, Phone : 066 976 1115 O’Sullivan’s Pharmacy, Mill Road, Killorglin, Phone : 066 976 2111 O Sullivans Pharmacy 6 Bridge Street, Milltown, 066 9795915
OIFIG TURASÓIREACHTA / TOURIST OFFICES
Dingle - An Daingean Phone: +353(0)669151188 Castlegregory - Talor’s Row, Strand Street, 066-7139422
OPTICIANS / RADHARC-EOLAÍ
Ó Domhnaill Opticians, Mail Rd., Dingle, (066) 9152863
SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL (SVP) WEST KERRY AREA Dingle : 086-0203501 Castlegregory/ Cloghane : 087-1647788 Ballyferriter : 066-9156124 Tralee Office -066 -7128021
An Fhéile Bheag Filíochta Ar Líne 2020 De dheasca srianta Covid-19 tá Clár na Féile teoranta i mbliana, ach táimid fíorshásta a bheith in ann léacht agus dhá cheardlann filíochta a chur ar fáil dár gcairde agus lucht tacaíochta. Due to Covid-19 restrictions the festival’s programme is reduced this year. We are, however, delighted to be able to offer a lecture and two poetry workshops to our friends and supporters. Léacht na Féile Aoine 6 Mí na Samhna ag tosnú ag , á chraoladh ar leathanach Facebook na Féile (nasc ar shuíomh na féile http://feilebheagfiliochta.com) 'Mo Shlán go Gleann aoibhinn an Mháma': Imirce in Amhráin agus Filíocht na nDaoine' Le Seán Mac an tSíthigh, craoltóir agus fear béaloidis. Ceardlanna Filíochta Ar-líne / Online Poetry Workshops Satharn 7 Mí na Samhna, ag tosnú ag 10rn. Beidh dhá cheardlann filíochta ar-líne á reáchtáil faoi stiúr bheirt fhilí aitheanta: ceann as Gaeilge le hÁine Uí Fhoghlú agus ceann as Béarla le David Wheatley. Beidh táille €20 do rannpháirtithe. Beidh líon na rannpháirtithe teoranta go dtí 7 ar a mhéid. Tuilleadh Eolais agus clárú ach teagmháil le eolas@ feilebheagfiliochta.com. Saturday 7 November, starting at 10am. Two online poetry workshops led by acclaimed poets: one in Irish with Áine Uí Fhoghlú and one in English with David Wheatley. The cost for participants will be €20. The number of participants will be limited to a maximum of 7. Further information/Registration:eolas@feilebheagfiliochta.com.
Inch Tourism and Development Committee
Raffle in aid of the Restoration of the Bell at Inch Church
The Manchester Merchant was destroyed by fire and sank just off the Inch bar on 15th January 1903. The ship’s master, Captain Couch, was injured in the fire and hospitalised in Dingle. When he recovered he presented the bell to the people of Inch. Prizes Include
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Take a Deep Breath, Keep Calm and Carry on Cooking! Irene Ní Fhlannúra
There has been no let up this week on the ongoing Covid-19 crisis and with rising numbers and new restrictions, we are surely in for a long Winter of discontent. It is understandable to feel powerless as NPHET and the Government decide our fate and equally, it is fair enough to be envious of the many animals heading into a long hibernation, getting away from it all! On a brighter note, we have been blessed with dramatic sunsets, clear night skies and plethora of activity in Nature that reminds us of who really is in charge. Despite all ups and downs lately, the Seasons remain fairly consistent as far as Mother Nature is concerned. In Autumn, Earth energy begins its journey downwards, shifting from the high of Summer to the low of Winter. In between, we really experience two seasons, Late Summer and Autumn, but our modern calendars say otherwise. With each of the five seasons, different organ systems are nourished through the food in season, the weather outside, our natural environment and our innate ability to go with the flow. It is widely accepted in Traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic medicine that to truly attune with the seasons is the best prevention of disease, discord and disharmony! Earth energy moves along in a cyclical manner throughout the year and as it flows through us during Autumn it nourishes and tonifies our Lungs. Coronavirus has put the spotlight on the lungs and respiratory tract, so listen up because you will not hear this on the nine o’clock news! Right now is the best time to give those airbags some TLC, they work hard, taking up to 25,000 breaths a day! Even before Covid 19, for many Irish people lung health has been a struggle. We have the 4th highest prevalence of Asthma in the World with almost one in ten people suffering from this chronic condition. We are also rank high for lung cancer and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Throw into the mix bronchitis, pneumonia, chest infections and seasonal allergies and it becomes very apparent that our lungs are besieged in the best of times and in desperate need of help! The foods in season during Autumn nourish the Lungs and their related organs - the eyes and large intestine. Betacarotene-rich foods such as carrots, butternut squash and pumpkin are at their best now. The orange pigment of these vegetables is due to betacarotene, a flavonoid most beneficial to the linings of the intestines, nose, the airways and lungs, offering strength and support to their integrity and also an important nutrient to eye health. Supporting these organs now, will offer greater resistance to the bugs and viruses typically associated with this time of year – tummy bugs, flus, colds and chest ailments, and more than likely, the Coronavirus too.
associated allergies and 16% reduced risk in asthma when compared to those with the lowest levels of folic acid. Black beans and lentils provide the highest dietary levels of folic acid, with dark green vegetables (chard, spinach, romaine lettuce, kale, Brussels sprouts, broccoli) a very close second. Other great foods for the lungs, and indeed the eyes and large intestine include all dark green leafy vegetables, cruciferous vegetables and dark-skinned fruits – all of which make a perfect meal for Autumn days! Foods such as milk, eggs and salt are generally off the menu for those with lung health issues. Milk and egg allergies are common triggers among asthma sufferers. Salt encourages fluid retention which can make breathing more difficult. Use a little sea salt in cooking if needed but avoid adding salt to meals at the table as well as restricting salty foods and processed foods. Interestingly, salt therapy (breath work) and saline rinsing of the nose have shown excellent benefits to lung and respiratory health and is probably the best route for salt for those with respiratory disorders. Breathing techniques such as Buteyko improve the outcome of many respiratory diseases and warrant inclusion in the overall management of lung disease. To escape for a moment, put these Autumn foods on your shopping list. A good recipe book or online resources will provide plenty ideas to get them onto your plate. Aim for two or three varieties every day! Breathe in the aroma of the slow-cooking spices and herbs and let yourself drift away from the news and a little closer to Mother Nature! Irene Ní Fhlannúra, Nutritional Therapist at Ré Nua Natural Health, Dingle 086 1662562 - Website: www.renuanaturalhealth.com •
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Flavours associated with Autumn are pungent - bay leaves, capers, caraway seeds, cardamom, chives, cinnamon, cloves, cumquats, dill, fennel, leek, oregano, nutmeg, rosemary, thyme, turmeric, watercress, wheat germ, cabbage, turnip, ginger, horseradish, pepper, onions, garlic and chillies. These foods have a drying effect, complementing the season and helping to reduce dampness in the body which is a precursor to most respiratory and gastrointestinal infections. Of course, it is not a surprise that these flavours also pair well with the foods of the season and prepares us for the heartier cooking of the Winter months. Hearty beans, seeds and nuts added to slow-cooked meals provide omega 3, magnesium and B vitamins. Omega 3 (in oily fish, nuts and seeds) is wellknown for its anti-inflammatory properties and renowned for joint and heart health. It also helps to reduce allergy mechanisms which trigger asthma and improves linings of the eyes, respiratory tract and the digestive tract. Magnesium is particularly beneficial to lungs as it helps to dilate airways and relax the muscles around the bronchi thus reducing spasms associated with Asthma. Researchers found a significant association between people with higher blood levels of folic acid and a 30% reduced risk in inflammatory markers, a 40% reduced risk in wheezing, a 31% reduced risk of having
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Nigel Collins, Dingle Harbour Master, presenting a cheque for €1000 to Ursula O’Connell of Kerry Hospice Foundation- West Kerry. Nigel took part in the 10km Galley Head swim last August -(he actually swim 11km!) - in aid of a number of charities including West Kerry Hospice, who are very grateful for this very generous donation.
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Loch Croite i bParóiste an Chlocháin Roibeard Ó Cathasaigh Beannachtaí geala chugat, a léitheoir, agus súil agam go bhfuilir slán sláintiúil i ré seo an amhrais. Ar an gcéad ásc, ní mór dom a lua gur spreagadh nach beag dom dearbhú uaibh go bhfuil m’ailt á léamh is ábhar plé ag éirí astu. Comhairle ó léitheoir feasach amháin go mbíonn cuid dem abairtí rófhada, agus an ceart aige! Thugabhair an foclóir lem alt deiridh fé ndeara, é ann ar iarratas ó roinnt agaibh a deir liom gur dúshlán nach beag daoibh cuid den dtéarmaíocht im ailt. Tá súil agam go mba chúnamh daoibh a leithéid, is beidh mar nós agam feasta. Sea, bhí de phríbhléid agam iarnóin draíochtúil a chaitheamh i nGleann Seanachoirp ar an Leitriúch lem dheartháir Míchéal, le linn dúinn turas a thabhairt ar Loch Croite le déanaí. “Loch Croichte”1 atá ag an Seabhac air, suite “go hard suas ar chliathán an chnuic (Bréanainn) fé bhun na háirdleacan” dar leis. B’fhada im cheann gur mhaith liom taiscéal a dhéanamh ar abhantrach an locha úd. Comhthéacs Bhí m’aintín Eily (deirfiúr lem Dhaid ‘Bill Casey’ a mhúin ar feadh na mblianta i mBunscoil Bhaile Uí Dhuinn, Clochán) pósta le Jack O’Dowd ‘Jack Dowd’ mangaire éisc ó Chlochán Bréanainn, agus iad lonnaithe go cluthair i dtigh scópúil cois faille le radharc ar an gCé i mBréanainn acu. Ba nós lenár gclann turas a thabhairt ar an ngaolta láistíos de chnoc gach samhradh, agus ba lá dár saol gan dabht Domhnach na nDowd’s i mBréanainn. N’fheadar éinne na sceitimíní a bhíodh orainn ag réiteach dár sciuird Domhnaigh thar Chonair anuas go Bá Bhréanainn. Ál na gCathasach ag taisteal i VW uaithne ZX 1566, agus an t-ál céanna ag bláthú thar na mblianta go dtí go raibh dáréag againn ann fé dheireadh na seascaidí. D’fhág san sinn fáiscthe isteach sa bheetle beag idir thosach is chúl is urrann os cionn an innill i gcúl na cairte. Níorbh olc san, ach chomh cinnte is atá cros ar asal, ní túisce Mullach Conrach curtha dinn againn agus sinn ag sní le fánaigh, ná go mbuaileadh babhta urlacain Mícheál, an triú duine clainne. N’fheadar ná gur sceimhle roimis na bhfailltreacha silteacha a bhí ag tumadh os gach cor is cúinne ar an gconair romhainn ba bhun leis, nó go rabhamair róbhrúite sa chairt bheag! Pé cúis, bhíodh Mícheál bocht réidh lena bhuicéidín don mbrúchtadh a bhí le teacht, bliain i ndiaidh bliana. Ó, Dia linn, Dia linn, ní raibh fuascailt i ndán don mbuachaillín mánla go sroichimis port easa Loch an Pheidléara leathmhíle síos an bóthar toisc an bóthar a bheith róchúng chun stad. Ba mhór an faoiseamh dó is dúinn-ne ar fad tuirlingt den gcairt ar an lantán aerach úd, agus ar chuma na ngabhar sléibhe dreapadh suas go Pedlar’s Lake sara mbuailimis bóthar in athuair. Ba thuas ar bhruach an locha úd a leagas súil den gcéad uair ar an gcom mar a raibh Loch Croite go hard trasna an ghleanna uainn. Loch Croite Sea, Satharn geal i lár Meán Fómhair seo chaite fuaireas mo sheans, ar deireadh thiar, port Loch Croite a bhualadh den gcéad uair. Bhí Mícheál mar threoraí agam (is é chomh folláin le breac Loch Croite an turas seo!) toisc taithí aige siúd ar an ndúthaigh úd le fada an lá. Tar éis dúinn an chairt a fhágaint ag deireadh an bhóthairín sa Ghleann, dreapamair linn go socair ag leanúint ciumhais na habhann bige a shníonn as an loch. Tar éis leathuaire nó mar sin ag lúbadh go leanúnach i gcoinne an aird, cad é mar radharc a nochtadh ag béal an locha romhainn - léinseach ag síneadh go gléineach go ciumhais an choire i gcéin uainn. De réir mar bhogamair timpeall an locha, bhí léasa gréine ag scinneadh de shleasaibh Chnoc Bréanainn agus boilgíní solais ag lasadh uiscí lútála an locha – i bParthas dúinn! Parthas do gheolaithe an dúthaigh seo chomh maith, mar go bhfuil inti bunfhianaise ar ghníomhú na hoighearaoise 20,000 bliain ó shin, gan aon mhilleadh uirthi idir an dá linn. Seo mar a thráchtann Treasa Ní Dhubhda 2 (1935-2007) ar leá an oighir agus a thionchar ar an dtírdhreach máguaird, mar leanas: “Is féidir gluaiseacht an oighir a shamhlú gan móran dua anso, agus é ag déanamh a bhealach ó dheas. Áit a bhfuil na locha, is léir gur íslíodh an gleann go tobann anseo ag breis oigir a tháinig amach as na coirí ar a gcliatháin dheiseal. Níl ach sruthán beag ag taoscadh na loch, agus tá easa idir Loch an Leacan agus Loch Croichte. Tá deifríocht idir dhá thaobh an ghleanna – an cliathán ar chlé réidh cothrom agus an cliathán ar dheis briste bearnach.” 10 Corca West Dhuibhne Kerry LiveBeo
Loch Croite Grianghraf le Roibeard Ó Cathasaigh Mo ghuí, ar deireadh, nára rófhada uaim an lá go leagfad súil ar Loch na Leacan ná fuil ach 450 méadar lastuas de Loch Croite, suite ar an gcéim is airde d’U-ghleann uaibhreach Sheana-choirp i bParóiste an Chlocháin. FOCLÓIR Spreagadh-encouragement, dearbhú-assurance, feasachknowledgeable, téarmaíocht-terminology, príbhléid-privilege, lonnaithe-settled, urrann-compartment, cluthair-comfortable, sceitimíní-excitement, fáiscthe-squeezed, urlacan-vomit, sceimhleterror, silteacha-dripping, faoiseamh-relief, tuirlingt-come out, lantán-grassy patch, com-cirque, léinseach-smooth tracht of water, ciumhais-edge, lúbadh-bending, léasa-rays of light, scineadh-bouncing, boilgíní-bowls, lútála-lapping, parthas-paradise, geolaithe-geologists, tírdhreach-landscape, máguaird-environs, coire-corrie, dearbhúassurance, easa-waterfall, deiseal-clockwise. 1 Féach Pádraig Ó Siochfradha, Triocha-Céad Chorca Dhuibhne (BÁC 1939), lch. 231: ‘Loch Croite’ a mhol An Dr. Breandán Ó Cíobháin do litriú comhaimseartha ar an logainm úd. 2 Féach ‘Rian an Oighir ar Dhúthaigh an Chlocháin i Leithinis Chorca Dhuibhne, i gCiarraí’ – tráchtas neamhfhoilsithe don Chéim BA ó Ollscoile na hÉireann, Gaillimh, fé stiúir ag an Ollamh Breandán S. Mac Aodha, 1971, le Treasa Ní Dhubhda, Baile na Leacan, Clochán Bréanainn, Co. Chiarraí. Táim buíoch dá deirfiúr Máiréad as cead a thabhairt dom an sliocht úd as an tráchtas a fhoisliú anso.
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From The Archives Edited By Ted Creedon
Mystery Derelict From – Cork Examiner, 25 January 1866
From – Cork Examiner, 30 October 1901
A derelict ship was spotted in Dingle Bay on Monday last by John Moriarty, a Killorglin pilot, who was crossing the bay in his boat. On nearing the vessel he found her to be dismasted and abandoned. He went on board with his crew and Dr. O’Kane of Inch who was in Moriarty’s boat. They brought the ship inside the bar of Inch to a safe anchorage.
It is reported that three fisherman, operating out of Brandon Creek in west Kerry, lost their lives in a boating accident. The alarm was raised on Wednesday morning when the men failed to return from a fishing trip. The local coastguards set off to search for the men but all they found was an upturned canoe. They also came across the men’s nets and weather clothing.
The vessel turned out to be the schooner Sir Charles Napier of Falmouth, carrying a part cargo of oak logs and, apart from the loss of her masts, spars and rigging, was otherwise in perfect condition.. The fate of her crew remains a mystery. She obviously encountered heavy weather causing her crew to cut her mast some four feet above the deck.
The missing men, presumed drowned, were John O’Connor (42), Michael Grumell (32) and J. J. O’Connor (18). When the coastguards arrived back to shore with the canoe there was great distress and sadness among relatives and the community at large.
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Three Fishermen Drown
Dingle Harbour Dredger From - Kerry Evening Post, 29 April 1905 The dredger, which is currently operating at Fenit, will commence work in Dingle Harbour on July 4 and is scheduled to complete operating there on August 4. The CDB are to provide an estimated £300 or half the cost of the work and the Harbour Board the other half. The dredger will operate around the pier but will also cut away a spur of the bank near the harbour’s mouth. This bank forces vessels entering or leaving the harbour to undertake a series of manoeuvres comparable to avoiding a family of mines.
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From – Kerry Evening Post, 22 April 1854 Trinity College, Dublin, April 17, 1854. Sir – Are any of your readers aware that this curious old structure, situated near Dingle, is in a very ruinous state? A reverend friend of mine who has lately visited the bridge informs me that it will soon fall if not looked after and that a few shillings would save it for a long time. Surely it will not be considered too much to ask half a dozen of my fellow Kerrymen to expend a few shillings on the judicious repair of one of the most interesting structures in Kerry, or perhaps in the South of Ireland? Would that Kerry had an Archaeological Society to take charge of its numerous vestiges of antiquity but at present I do not entertain much hope of such a society being established. I am, sir, your very obedient faithful servant,
Richard Hitchcock.
From – Kerry Evening Post, 30 July 1836 A boat race took place in Dingle harbour last Tuesday between two locally owned gigs. One of these belonged to D. P. Thomson and the other to John McKenna. Mr. Thompson’s gig was pulled by two oarsmen only and with a steersman while Mr. McKenna’s gig was pulled by four Coastguards and with a steersman. The course was about one and a half miles. It looked to have the elements of an interesting race when they started off but it soon became obvious to all those watching from the shore that the Coastguards had no chance. Mr. Thompson’s gig was an easy winner and completed the course in 40 minutes.
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Great take of Porpoises at Brandon From – Tralee Chronicle, 16 June 1854 Last Wednesday evening a school of porpoises, up to 100 in number, were observed by local fishermen to be sleeping on the water inside Brandon Point. The fishermen launched their canoes and rowed silently until they were outside the porpoises. They drove the startled creatures towards the shore until they stranded. Then the slaughter began and will prove to be a most valuable capture as the oil can be easily saved along with the dissected carcasses.
Illegal Procession From – Dublin Daily Express, 26 July 1856 On Tuesday the 1st of July, at the funeral of the late Rev. Dr. O’Sullivan, P. P. of Dingle, a procession of priests in third vestments, with their bishop, the Right Rev. Dr. Moriarty, carrying the Host, crucifix, candles, bells, books and incense, passed through the principal streets of Dingle. The police were witnesses of this illegal procession.
Potato Riot From – Limerick Chronicle, 1 July 1840 A riot by country people in Roscarbery, County Cork, resulted in the death of a police constable and the mortal wounding of a second constable. The police had fired in their own defence. The reason for the riot was that the country people were attempting to prevent, by force, the shipment of a cargo of potatoes to Dingle.
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The spokesperson said that the department has “proactively highlighted” the opportunity for farmers to avoid these penalties by issuing press releases and text messages periodically to alert farmers when the nitrogen and phosphorus statements have been updated.
IRISH FARMING HAS EVERYTHING TO GAIN IN GOING GREEN’ – EAMON RYAN According to the new Minister for the Environment, etc, Irish farming has everything to gain in going green. This is a worrying announcement from a Minister who has little experience in agricultural related topics. Mr Ryan, by all accounts is a very nice person and a genuine politician, who has resisted the political extremes of some of his more radical colleagues. Farming is on its knees, at present, with now end in sight, in terms of the onslaught from regulation and pressures from milk and beef/sheep pricing. Anyone familiar with the current farming climate will understand that farmers are unsure of farm payments, with the Ghost of Brexit Past, and the Ghost of Coronavirus Present. And we don’t know what the Ghost of Future brings, but it will not bring goodies. We in Ireland also lost our EU Commissioner, who yielded influence above our weight, nationally in the corridors of power in Europe. There has been nothing secured with regard to Farm Payments, and no clear indication given as to their future structure, or levels. Farmers live in fear that the Covid-19 crisis may eat up the reserves that provide the farm payment stream. This is not a endless well of euros, dollars, and yen. It is finite, and the current pandemic situation is gobbling up vast amounts of these funds. So, to tell us in the farming community that we must pull up our socks, and be prepared to adapt, when the world is in crisis, and other nations will be more reliant on Ireland’s food production does not make sense. We here in Ireland produce approximately 10 kg of food, for every 1 kg required for national consumption, in the country. The excess 90% goes for export, much of this to the UK, but also to the EU, Middle East and Far Eastern market. These markets are open, mainly due to food shortfalls in these countries. Not every nation is blessed with the climatic conditions that we (and similarly New Zealand, in the Southern Hemisphere) experience. We are net food producers. We make up the shortfall in other countries. The Climate Action (Amendment) Bill has the fear of God put into many of us. Our farming communities are the Guardians of our Countryside, and they do a good job. They ask only that they be allowed produce sufficient produce to guarantee a sufficient income, and live a decent lifestyle. Other sectors have their unions, and labour law, and Health & Safety regulations, including the right to “Dignity at Work”. Farmers ask the same. So, Please Minister, make sure when you introduce your new Bill, next week or whenever, in the Dail or wherever, make sure that you insure that the 130,000 farmers, our primary producers, are protected. In the mid 1980’s there were 250,000 farmers in the country. They are becoming a rare species, and will soon need protection themselves. NITRATE PENALTY LETTER ISSUING The Department of Agriculture recently started issuing of penalty letters to farmers for breaches of the Nitrates limits in respect of 2019. This is in accordance with the Nitrates Regulation that allows farmers to produce and apply 170 kg of Organic Nitrogen per hectare, and 250kg in total nitrogen applied to a hectare. Letters will be issued in tranches from now to year end. If you receive one of these letters, it will be too late to rectify the situation, but you may be in danger of repeating this situation again for 2020. As a result, you may want to contact your agricultural advisor, as solutions may be available. The department conducts administrative checks annually to ensure compliance with maximum stocking rates prescribed in the Nitrates regulations of 170kg/N/ha; or for those who hold an approved derogation of 250kg/N/ha. Over 900 farmers identified to date as having breached the limits have been notified of this and the resulting deduction to payments. “Work is ongoing to identify those in breach of the regulations and further 14 West Kerry Live
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The deadline for submission of the Nitrate record form declaring these actions (Record 3, 4 and 5 forms) in relation to this year is Thursday, December 31, 2020, the department representative concluded. Last week, the department announced that interim Nitrogen and Phosphorus statements (N and P statements) for the period January to August 2020 are now available on the department’s online ‘agfood’ system. CSO REMINDS FARMERS TO RETURN CENSUS OF AGRICULTURE FORMS The Central Statistics Office (CSO) is reminding farmers to complete and return their Census of Agriculture forms now, as the deadline has passed. Farmers who have not yet completed and returned the census will be receiving a reminder letter this week from the CSO. The office highlighted that answering the Census of Agriculture should only take a few minutes, as the census form has been reduced to four pages. The census can either be filled out on a ‘hard copy’ document and returned by the freepost envelope provided by the CSO, or it can be filled out online. The information provided by farmers will be strictly confidential and will only be used for statistical purposes, the office stressed. You have the option to complete the paper form and return it using the freepost envelope or to complete it online using your unique login details that arrived by post this week,” he added. This information will be of great value to the farming community and it forms part of an EU-wide programme of farm censuses being conducted this year. Your response to the census is confidential and will be used only for statistical purposes,” Doherty pointed out. Farmers are reminded that this is not what one would regard as compulsory from a farm payment point-of-view, but it is COMPULSORY, as it is required by law that every citizen assists the CSO, in their work. Also, it’s not a difficult form to fill out, and farm advisors have been known to assist, if it is bothersome. So, take 5 to 10 minutes, and fill it out. Or stick it in an envelope and post it to your advisor. TREE DAY MARKED BY PLANTING TREE IN PRIMARY SCHOOL THROUGH-OUT THE COUNTRY Ireland’s forests have over 312 million tonnes of carbon stored in the trees and soil and make a significant contribution to climate change. And of course, as timber they are also a great carbon store. So, we also need to use more timber and wood in our ever day lives. Referring to the theme for this year’s campaign, which is to “Be a Force for Nature”, the Minister, who was accompanied by Eanna Ní Lamhna, President of the Tree Council of Ireland and beloved radio environmentalist, encouraged the primary school children she met to become more active in sustainability and climate issues. It is important to maintain Ireland’s unique plant health status to protect our trees, forests and the wider environment. DAFM continues to implement the recently published the Plant Health Biosecurity Strategy. The Tree Council of Ireland, called on primary schools across the country to plant a tree on Thursday, 1st October 2020. The theme for this year’s campaign is “Be a Force for Nature” to encourage primary school children around the country to become more active in sustainability and climate issues. Known as Tetra Pak Tree Day, this is an opportunity for children, teachers and parents to put down the school books, spend time outdoors and learn to become more environmentally aware. The campaign’s mascot Sammy Squirrel can be found on the back of Avonmore school milk cartons from September with simple tips on how to become more
environmentally conscious. As part of this year’s Tetra Pak Tree Day, 1,500 native tree saplings will be made available through the campaign website for primary schools to plant on their school grounds, or in a pot in the classroom. Planting a tree is also one of the requirements to achieve the Green-School’s Green Flag for Biodiversity. More details on the campaign including new class lessons, videos, information on recycling, food waste and nature walks can be found on www.treeday. ie Each year Tree Day places a focus on a different native tree and this year the chosen tree is the Scots Pine or An Giúis, one of Ireland’s few evergreen trees. The seeds from the Scots Pine cones are one of the red squirrels’ favourite foods and honey bees use the tree’s resinous sap to make propolis or bee glue; a sealant for their hive that also protects them from bacteria and viruses. - Contact Louis Murchan Tel;- 087-2857938 (B Ag Sc, Dip EIA Mgmt) Agricultural & Environmental Advisor
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West Kerry GAA Breandán Fitzgerald Moran’s of Dingle West Kerry Senior Football Championship 2020 Final – An Ghaeltacht 0-9 to 1-13 Dingle Dingle defeated An Ghaeltacht in the Moran’s of Dingle West Kerry Senior Championship 2020 Final on Sunday 27th September in Gallarus, An Ghaeltacht 0-9 to 1-13 Dingle. This victory gave Dingle a three in a row of West Kerry Senior Football Championships and it means that Dingle have now won eight out of the last ten West Kerry Senior Football Championships. An Ghaeltacht’s Éanna Ó Conchúir opened the scoring with a point from play. Dingle responded with a Ruadhán McCarthy point from play and a Tomás Sheehy point from a free kick to put Dingle ahead. Éanna Ó Conchúir with a point from play levelled the game shortly after and he gave An Ghaeltacht the lead on the 15 minute mark with another fine effort from play. With Éanna Ó Conchúir, Cathal Ó Lúing, PJ Mac Láimh, Pádraig Óg Ó Sé, Rob Ó Sé and Colm Ó Muircheartaigh driving An Ghaeltacht on it wasn’t long till Ruaidhraí Ó Beaglaoich extended the lead to two with a point from a free kick shortly after. The score at the first half water break was, An Ghaeltacht 0-4 to 0-2 Dingle. As with many games since the introduction of the water break the course of the game changed on the resumption of activities. Dingle through some great play by Niall Geaney, Paul Devane, Breandán Kelliher, Patrick O’Connor, Darragh O’Sullivan, George Durrant, Barry O’Sullivan and Mikey Geaney started a fightback and a point from play from Ruadhán McCarthy left them just one behind. Young Dylan Geaney levelled the game with a fine point from play shortly after and when brother Niall started yet another attack from his wing back berth, it was Dylan Geaney who put Dingle one point up with 25 minutes played in Gallarus. An Ghaeltacht responded and a well worked move resulted in another Ruaidhraí Ó Beaglaoich point from a free kick to level the game. When Referee Brendan Brosnan blew the half time whistle the score was An Ghaeltacht 0-5 to 0-5 Dingle. Matthew Flaherty replaced Colin Moriarty for Dingle and Cathal Ó Beaglaoich replaced Seán Ó Luing for An Ghaeltacht at half time. Dingle opened the second half scoring with a point from play from Tomás Sheehy, this was cancelled out with a Ruaidhraí Ó Beaglaoich point from a free kick for An Ghaeltacht. An Ghaeltacht lost Tomás Ó Sé to injury shortly after and he was replaced by Oigí Ó Sé. Tomás Sheehy put Dingle ahead by one point with a point from a free kick shortly after. Dingle lost Paul Devane to injury and he was replaced by Mícheál Flannery. Dingle’s Tom O’Sullivan with another good run set up another visitor attack, and it was left to Dylan Geaney to extend Dingle’s lead to two with a point from play. The score at the second half water break was, An Ghaeltacht 0-6 to 0-8 Dingle. Dingle added another point from a Dylan Geaney free kick on the resumption of play. 16 West Kerry Live
Dingle Captain Mikey Geaney with Corn Thómais Ághas An Ghaeltacht introduced Ciarán Ó Coileáin and Colm Ó Gráinne, and it was left to Ciarán Ó Coileáin to reduce the deficit to two when he finished a wonderful An Ghaeltacht move with a point from play shortly after. Great credit to both teams at this stage of the game as they fought fairly for every inch of ground in Gallarus. The lucky supporters present cheered on tackle after tackle, shoulder against shoulder and it was great to see both teams go against each with all of their might. With the game in the melting pot it was the Dingle defence led by Niall Geaney, Tom Leo O’Sullivan and Patrick O’Connor that broke through An Ghaeltacht ranks. Tom O’Sullivan kicked a point from play for Dingle and shortly after Barry O’Sullivan gave Tomás Mac an tSaoir no chance when he scored the game’s only goal. Ruadhán McCarthy added another point from play for Dingle shortly after and when corner back Patrick O’Connor kicked a point from play it gave Dingle an 8 point lead, An Ghaeltacht 0-7 to 1-12 Dingle with 22 minutes played in Gallarus. Ruaidhraí Ó Beaglaoich kicked a couple of points from free kicks for An Ghaeltacht but it was Dingle’s day and it was Dylan Geaney who kicked the last point from play in Gallarus. When Referee Brendan Brosnan blew the full time whistle the score in the Moran’s of Dingle West Kerry Senior Championship 2020 Final was, An Ghaeltacht 0-9 to 1-13 Dingle. Cathaoirleach of the West Kerry Board John Courtney presented Dingle Captain Mikey Geaney with Corn Thómais Ághas and Leas Cathaoirleach Muiris Ó Fiannachta presented the Strand House Laoch na hImeartha to Dingle’s Niall Geaney. Well done to the Dingle Senior Football Team and their Manager Pádraig Corcoran and his Management Team of John B Brosnan, Jim Garvey, Shane O'Rourke, Liam O’Connor. An Ghaeltacht: Tomás Mac an tSaoir, Séamus Ó Loingsigh, Colm Ó Muircheartaigh, Adam Mac Amhlaoibh, Cathal Ó Lúing, PJ Mac Láimh, Pádraig Óg Ó Sé, Caoimhín Ó Beaglaoich, Franz Sauerland, Seán Ó Luing, Séamus Ó Muircheartaigh, Éanna Ó Conchúir (0-3), Tomás Ó Sé, Rob Ó Sé, Ruaidhraí Ó Beaglaoich (0-5, 1fr) Fir Ionaid: Cathal Ó Beaglaoich, Oigí Ó Sé, Ciarán Ó Coileáin (0-1), Colm Ó Gráinne, Fergal Ó Cuanaigh
Dingle: David O’Connor, Colin Moriarty, Tom Leo O’Sullivan, Patrick O’Connor (0-1), Niall Geaney, Tom O’Sullivan (0-1), Breandán Kelliher, Darragh O’Sullivan, Barry O’Sullivan (1-0), Ruadhán McCarthy (0-3), George Durrant, Paul Devane, Tomás Sheehy (0-3, 2fr), Mikey Geaney, Dylan Geaney (0-5, 1fr) Fir Ionaid: Matthew Flaherty, Mícheál Flannery, Aidan O’Connor, Cathal Bambury, Mikey Boyle 1995 West Kerry Champions At half time in the 2020 Moran’s of Dingle West Kerry Senior Championship Final both teams from the 1995 Final when Dingle beat Annascaul by 2 points were remembered. Captain of the Victorious Dingle Team that day was the great Fintan Ashe. Meas mór i gcónaí. Moran’s of Dingle West Kerry Senior Football Championship 2020 Cathaoirleach of the West Kerry Board John Courtney would like to thank all our Clubs, Players, Officials, Supporters and Sponsors for the great effort to run this year’s Moran’s of Dingle West Kerry Senior Football Championship. Due to Covid-19 guidelines and restrictions it wasn’t easy but with your co-operation and diligence it ran as smoothly as we could possible hope. Many thanks to Paul Quinn of Quinn's Bar Ventry for providing the streaming team of Pádraig Duffy, Michael Dorgan with commentary by Conal Ó Cíobháin ably assisted by Aodhán Mac Gearailt and Diarmuid Murphy. Special thanks to The Kerryman, Kerry’s Eye, Kerry Sports Hub, West Kerry Live and of course both Radio na Gaeltachta and Radio Kerry for the wonderful coverage of the West Kerry Championship. Stay safe and keep your distance! GAA club games suspended with immediate effect The GAA’s Management Committee endorsed a decision to suspend all GAA Club games at all levels with immediate effect and until further notice. The decision was taken in the interest of public safety following a number of incidents in recent days. In particular, postmatch celebrations and a lack of social distancing at certain events have proved disappointing and problematic. This directive applies to all ages and all grades across the island. Club Social Centres / bars are also to close. Training will continue to be permitted as per the guidelines outlined for the relevant levels in the
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Plean Teanga Chiarraí Thiar - Eolas & Nuacht West Kerry Language Plan - Info & News 10 reasons to speak Irish daily! / 10 bhfáth an Ghaelainn a labhairt gach lá! 1. Jobs – Irish-speakers and bilingual people are more likely to be considered for a higher level and range of jobs than monolingual people. 2. Decision making – speaking Irish and other languages develops robust and comprehensive decision-making cognitive processes, making it a valuable asset in sport, politics & business. 3. Empathy – speakers of Irish and other languages develop and display higher levels of empathy than others. 4. Health – cognitive benefits such as reducing the risk of Alzheimers has been linked to multilingualism and speaking Irish. 5. Understanding other countries and cultures comes more easily to people who speak Irish and other languages. 6. Teanga na Gaeltachta is ea í agus is Gaeltacht atá againn i gCorca Dhuibhne. Tá sé de dhualgas orainn ar fad an Ghaelainn a threisiú anseo sa Ghaeltacht chun teanga, cultúr, anam agus oidhreacht na háite seo a chaomhnú is a chur chun cinn. 7. Irish language tourism to Corca Dhuibhne is a unique selling point and the third most cited reason for visitors coming here. 8. Piocann daoine suas teangacha eile níosa fearr má bhíonn an Ghaelainn acu / People pick up other languages quicker if they have Irish. 9. Speaking Irish to your child has innumerable cognitive benefits which can help children to flourish mentally, socially and academically. 10. Scoileanna Gaeltachta is ea gach scoil i gCorca Dhuibhne - beidh tú ag cabhrú le múinteoirí agus le daoine óga maraon! Every school in Corca Dhuibhne is an Irishmedium Gaeltacht school, speaking as much Irish as possible will help teachers and students alike to hear and use Irish as much as possible! An Cúinne Cruthaitheach Deoraíocht. Amhrán seolta isteach ag Mary Nic Gearailt, Marthain Táim anseo ar bhruach na mara le huaigneas I mo chroí, Ag feachaint I dtreo an Blascaoid Mhóir siar ó Chuan Dhún Chaoin; Níl duine ná deoraí ann ó d'fhágas an áit fadó, Oileán scartha amach ón saol is beidh mar sin go deo. Is cuimhin go deimhin na bóithre iad fraocach coal is ciúin, A muintir idir óg is sean iad cneasta is cairdiúil; Ag brath ar shaol na mara is toradh an nádúir, Ní bheidh a leithéid ann arís, táid caillte againn go buan. Dá mbeadh caoi agam chun filleadh bheinnse ann gan stró, Droichead amach ón mhór thír seo siar ó Chom Dhíneol; Ach tá am eadrainn is uisce, an nuashaol dár 18 West Kerry Live
ndóigh, Tá mo shmaointe ar an Oileán is beidh siad ann go deo. Tá píosaí cruitheacha á bhfoilsiú anseo as Gaelainn nó go dhátheangach. Má chuireann tú dán, ealaíon nó splanc-scríbhneoireacht chugainn, tabharfar dearbhán One4All don té foilsithe! Sprioclá ná Luan sula dtagann an West Kerry Live amach. Nuacht agus Imeachtaí / News agus Events GaelScannán! Dein scannán gairid neomat ar fad ar an dtéama “tábhacht na Gaelainne do Chorca Dhuibhne” – an duais is ea €500! Is féidir iontrálacha a chur isteach roimis an 13ú Samhain. Make a shortminute long film with the theme “the importance of Irish to Corca Dhuibhne”. The prize is €500! Entries to be submitted before the 13ú of November. Cór Gaelach / Irish language Choir Fonn amhránaíochta ort? An bhfuil suim agat páirt a ghlacadh i gcór? Téir i dteagmháil linn! Má bheidh uimhreacha againn, cuirfimid tús le Cór Gaelach. Feel like singing? Are you interested in taking part in a choir? Get in touch! If we get the numbers, we’d love to start a Choir as Gaelainn!
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Cervical cancer is the eighth most common cancer in Ireland, with on average 277 cases yearly, resulting in 88 deaths in women. It is generally caused by the HPV (human papillomavirus) and initially develops from pre-cancerous cells progressing onto cancer over the proceeding 10 to 20 years. The cervical cancer screening programme, which was introduced free of charge to all women aged 25 to 60 years aims to prevent cervical cancer developing by screening women to detect pre-cancerous cells so that they can then be treated before cancer develops. The smear test has now advanced to a HPV cervical screening test. It checks the health of your cervix, what we call the opening to your womb from your vagina. This is the opening that expands in childbirth. The cervical screening test is not checking for cancer but it is hoping to prevent cancer from developing. Going for a smear test is one of the best ways women have available to them, free of charge in preventing cervical cancer. If you are a woman aged 25-60 years reading this, it is time to put yourself first and not delay having a cervical screening test every time it is due. The new screening format tests the cervical screening sample for HPV - the virus that can cause cervical cancer to develop. If HPV is found, this is good! Then the same sample is further checked for any abnormal/precancerous cell changes in your cervix. If these cells are found, this can be treated simply and effectively. I am a nurse, I am a midwife, I am a woman and mother to a little girl. It saddens me that in this modern age women of all ages defer their smear test and in some cases opt out of attending for it. I feel perhaps that this is mainly down to fear and embarrassment. I will let you in on a secret - your smear taker is a woman with a vagina too! We all need to have our smear tests; of course I do not relish having mine, but I far prefer it in order to reduce my chances of being one of the 88 women who very sadly do not survive cervical cancer.
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Small Changes: Black Gold
BLACK GOLD Anyone with a farming background will no doubt have heard of milk being referred to as white gold. While we can’t all be dairy farmers we can all make some ‘black gold’, the term often used to describe compost. Homemade compost is peat free, reduces the need for pesticides and synthetic fertilisers, recycles nutrients back into the soil and promotes healthy plant growth. It is an excellent peat free alternative and its use will contribute to preserving the biodiversity of our bog lands and their role in carbon sequestration. Even if you are not an avid gardeners or don’t have a garden, home composting will make you more aware of what you throw out and as a consequence will reduce your waste. Composting makes us less dependent on landfills and decreases greenhouse gas emissions. On average food and garden waste make up one third of the contents of our rubbish bins so by composting at home you reduce the individual costs associated with waste disposal but also the need for waste disposal companies to collect, treat and dispose of biodegradable materials. With or without intervention all organic waste slowly rots down but the key is to a good composting system is to get it to break down as quickly and cleanly possible by providing ideal conditions. It’s a relatively simple process if you follow a few rules and take into account the following considerations. WHICH METHOD? Choosing which composting system is best for your needs requires consideration of the amount of space and capacity required, whether you compost mostly food, garden waste or both, cost, your mobility and the time available to you to maintain the system. Wormeries (know-how, compost worms and worm bin are available from Annascaul based business The Worm Bin), bokashi (a traditional Japanese compost system which ferments food) and food digestion cones are good options for food waste especially if you wish to compost meat, fish and dairy waste, while grass cycling and mulching are suitable for gardening waste. Holding systems (e.g. compost bins/heaps) and turning systems (e.g. tumblers, 2 to 3 bay compost heaps) are most suitable for mixed food and garden waste. While these systems are not suitable for cooked food, fish, meat and dairy waste, they produce high quality compost at very low cost and require very little maintenance. An excellent brochure to help choose the best compost system for your needs can be sourced on www.stopfoodwaste.ie
pine cones, hair, seaweed, animal bedding (from plant eating animals only) and straw. Like all diets, everything in moderation is key as is a diversity of waste to help the organisms thrive. Too much green waste will result in a slimy sludge with a strong odour while too much brown material will slow down the composting process considerably. When starting off using two thirds brown waste (by bulk) and one third green waste (by bulk) is recommended and you can adjust this ratio if required based on how your compost looks and smells (it should be virtually odourless). Knowing what not to compost is equally as important. Diseased plants, perennial weeds, any meat fish or dairy based foods, oils, shells, vacuum bags, glossy printed paper ashes and dog and cat waste are all amongst the items not advised. Teabags are known to contain micro plastics so whilst they will break down in a compost heap the micro plastics will remain. Egg shells are also controversial! They will break down but very slowly and some people find their inclusion attract vermin. Grinding them down using a pestle and mortar or a coffee grinder prior to placing them on the compost pile is an option however. Produce stickers are easily added to a heap unwittingly but they do not breakdown. Bioplastics (e.g. vegware) are also problematic. Commercial and home composting are different systems (commercial systems operate at much higher temperatures) and unless specifically specified that a bioplastics is suitable for home compost heap it should be placed in your brown bin. All living organisms need water; too little and they will die, too much and they will drown or suffocate when starved of oxygen in a waterlogged system. Having a lid or cover on the compost reduces the chances of too much water. Many people place their compost bins and heaps on a layer of raised mesh rather than directly in contact with bare soil to allow drainage and ventilation. Placing the compost bin or heap out of direct sunshine will minimise the chances of it drying out. As the compost breaks down the oxygen is used up so it is best to turn it from time to time to ensure it is well aerated. This can be done either using a garden fork or investing in a tumbler bin to reduce labour or if mobility is an issue. Aerating the compost prevents anaerobic bacteria from thriving thus ensuring that bad odours do not develop. VERMIN One of the main misgivings many people have about composting is that it will attract vermin such as flies, scavenging birds and of course, rodents. The following precautions should however eliminate this worry Ensuring that the correct types of waste are added to a compost heap is a key factor in discouraging pests. Keeping a cover or lid on the compost deters birds as well as helping to retain the heat in the pile to help accelerate decomposition. As long as meat, bones etc. are not added to a compost heap ordinary household flies will not be attracted to it. Smaller fruit flies are attracted by fermenting or rotting fruit and their presence indicates that there is too much green waste in the heap. This can be alleviated by adding extra brown material. Ensuring that the brown and green waste is well mixed or finishing with a thin layer of brown material to cover food scraps prevents this issue in the first place. Rats are naturally shy creatures and don’t like being disturbed so a compost heap which is visited and turned regularly is unlikely to attract them. In addition, rats do travel more than 300 feet from their nests and always travel on established runs so placing the compost heap where access routes, droppings etc. are visible will alert you to any potential nocturnal visits.
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There is a wealth of information online providing practical advice and troubleshooting on composting. Some good resources include:
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Cromane News Jane Casey LOTTO: The numbers drawn on 30th Sept in the Cromane Gaa Lotto Draw were 5.18.19.32. There was no winner of the €5,200 Jackpot. Five prizes of €40 went to: John Moss Teahan, Ballycleave - Ticket sold by Mary Teahan. Bridie O'Sullivan, Gurrane West - Ticket sold by Mad Mix Store. Deirdre Galvin, Stookisland - Ticket sold on Line. Bridie O'Neill, Caragh Bridge - Annual Ticket. Annual Ticket Winner: Michael Reilly sold on Line. Cromane GAA SENIORS: County Novice Football Championship semi-final: Cromane 4-9, Lios Póil 1-10 Our seniors qualified for this year’s County Novice final after an eight-point win over Lios Póil in Keel on Sunday afternoon. This game was our senior side’s first competitive game in two months since our last encounter against the same opposition in our final Junior Championship group game in Firies back in early August. Cromane won that day by 1-8 to 0-7. A windy afternoon meant quality football was at a premium, but both sides should be applauded for their efforts. Lios Póil had beaten SneemDerrynane a fortnight ago in the quarter-final and also had a West Kerry championship game (a loss) against neighbours Annascaul. Cromane got first wind in breezy Keel and led by 1-1 to no score after five minutes with Sean O’Sullivan notching our first goal. Lios Póil then took over and proceeded to kick the next five points - the highlights being fine scores from Gareth Ó Nuanáin and, just before the first water break, from Deaglán Ó Suilleabháin to give Lios Póil a 0-5 to 1-1 lead. They held this one-point advantage until the break, leading by 0-7 to 1-3. Two quickfire Donnchadh Walsh points edged us back in front before points from Deaglán Ó Suilleabháin and Maitiu Seán Ó Grifín restored the West Kerry men’s one-point lead. A Darren Houlihan free levelled matter again in the 40th minute before a fumbled ball under the Cromane crossbar gave Deaglán Ó Suilleabháin a tap-in goal for Lios Póil right on the second-half water break. Lios Póil were now in a good position leading by three, 1-9 to 1-6. However, we came out from this water break and dominated most of the possession from here on in as they would outscore their opponents by 3-3 to 0-1. Our half-back line at this stage featuring Brice Dourieu, Kieran O’Sullivan, and Brendan Foley started to dominate and mopped up a load of ball around midfield where Liam Walsh also started to make an impression. A Mikey Houlihan goal, expertly dispatched at the far post after a fine Kieran O’Sullivan run got the Mid Kerry men back on track. Lios Póil did edge in front with five minutes left with another fine Deaglán Ó Suilleabháin point but this was to be their last score. A Darren Houlihan goal for Cromane (now positioned on the edge of the square) with three minutes rocked Lios Póil and when our evergreen duo of Donnchadh Walsh and Sean O’Sullivan added rapid points the game was done. A fourth Cromane goal from Danny Shea put a gloss on the score for us after what was a hard-fought win. Scorers: Sean O’Sullivan 1-2, Darren Houlihan 1-2, Mikey Houlihan 1-1, Donnchadh Walsh 0-3, Danny Shea 1-0, Emmet Casey 0-1. Cromane: Sean Teahan; Liam Teahan, Conor Sugrue, Eanna Healy; Cathal Crosby, Brendan Foley, Brice Dourieu; Darren Houlihan, Donnchadh Walsh; Shane Ahern, Kieran O’Sullivan, Finbar Casey; Emmet Casey, Mikey Houlihan, Sean O’Sullivan. Subs: Liam Walsh for E Casey 40m, Danny Shea for S Ahern 55m, Danny Healy for F Casey 50m, Daniel Ahern for M Houlihan 60m, Mikie O’Sullivan, Cian O’Keeffe, Patrick Moroney, Ian Costello, Niall Murphy, Padhraic McMahon. MEMBERSHIP: You can still become a member of Cromane GAA Club. To do so please get in touch with one of our club registrars Paul Patrick O’Sullivan, Patrick Casey, Orla O’Connor, and Liam Teahan to pay your 2020 membership. It has now been confirmed that the All-Ireland inter-county championships will go ahead, starting in October. While it is still unknown how many
spectators (if any) will be allowed to attend games later this year, it is important that you are a paid-up member before these games resume to be involved in any potential club draw for tickets. No membership will be accepted after the intercounty games begin. LAST MAN STANDING: Cromane GAA Club has launched another ‘Last Man Standing’ competition. Many thanks to all those who have entered. Once again we have more than 100 entries. Best of luck to all those remaining in the competition. Keep an eye on social media for the deadline dates for your next entry, and thanks to organiser Sean O’Sullivan for getting things up and running again. SYMPATHY: All involved with Cromane GAA Club sympathise with Benny, Darragh and all of the McKeefry family, Stookisland and Derry, on the recent passing of Benny's father, Micky. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. MASS in Cromane every Sunday at 10am. CHURCH SERVICE in St. Michaels every Sunday at 11am The Annual Parish Draw was held last weekend and the prizes went to Eva Hussain Molloy, Super Value Voucher. Frances Murphy, Fuel Voucher. Dee Brown, Dinner Voucher for Bianconi. Rosie Giles. Voucher for Ashe Hotel, Tralee. Jennifer Golden. Signed Autobiography of Rory Best. Sincere thanks to all who bought lines and to those who sold the Cards and to all who donated prizes and everyone who helped in any way.It will help Parish funds greatly. Míle Buiochas. CAN RINGS: Please keep ring pulls from drinks cans only for writer. Rings are melted down and money raised goes to Palliative Care In Kerry. CRAFT MARKET every Friday morning in the CYMS Hall 10 to 1 in Killorglin. TAE KWANDO: Classes in C YMS every Friday 4.30 to 7.pm QUOTE: The best way to cheer yourself up is to cheer somebody else up. Then we have both people in good cheer.
Tourism Talk and Thoughts from the Dingle Peninsula Caroline Boland This week has brought some really hard news………. the introduction of Level 3 for the whole country with the threat of Levels 4 and 5 if numbers continue to rise over the coming weeks. Please stay safe everyone - safe social distancing, safe coughing etiquette, washing your hands regularly and wearing your face masks. Some of our local businesses will have to close their doors again for the next 3 weeks to meet Level 3 requirements after months of working under extraordinary pressures to keep their staff, families, community and visitors safe. Well done to all on having created such a welcoming and safe place for everyone and working to the highest standards of safety and friendliness! The amazing feedback and images from so many visitors is the proof of the pudding – fair play to all! Business and Funding Supports Update Take this time to avail of all business supports and advice that are available to you over the coming months: Helping Your Business Respond to Covid-19: https://www.localenterprise. ie/Kerry/ Business Survival: https://covid19.failteireland.ie/business-supports/ business-survival/ Let’s continue to work together to #StaySafe over the coming weeks for both businesses and our communities. After such a busy time, rest and fresh air will be the magic to recharge the batteries as we head into the winter months. #Dingle Peninsula #CorcaDhuibhne #SeoÍAnGhaeltacht . Stay Safe, Shop Local, Eat local, Experience local, Enjoy local! Ag súil le fáilte a chur romhaibh. If you have any concerns on how to cope with such tourism unknowns at this time and need direction in facing these challenges in a confidential way, please contact Caroline at info@bolandmarketing.com .
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Scoil Eoin Baiste made their communion in St Mary’s Church Dingle on Saturday September 26th. Photo includes An Canónach Micheál Ó Muimhneacháin, Marie Uí Ghrifín, Ciarán Ó Murchú agus Príomhoide Nuala Uí Ghearailt.
Sna fichidí bhí foireann peile paróiste Fionntrá páirteach sa West Kerry League, níor bhuadar riamh é ach bhí fóirne maithe acu.Ar na h-imireoirí san bhí Seán agus Gearóid Sears, Micheál Ó Sé Rowland Ó Muircheartaigh agus Brian Ó Lúing ó Chill Na gColmán. Ins na triochaidí i League na Gaeltachta bhí foireann ana mhaith acu agus bhuadar craobh na Gaeltachta go minic. Ar na h-imireoirí ba mhó cáil bhí Mike Aindí O Sé, Seán Léan Ó Muircheartaigh, Micheál Ó Fiannachta agus Jonathan O Muircheartaigh. Don gcluiche ceannais théadh na sluaite ón bparóiste siar thar Mám Na Gaoithe go Baile An Fheirtéaraigh, cuid ar rothair agus cuid ag siúl mar bhí airgead gann agus ní raibh na rothair acu. Sa tráthnóna bhí na tithe táirne go léir ar an mBuailtín ag cur thar maoil agus an tigh táirne i gCeanntrá lán go doras an oíche sin. I dtigh táirne Uí Chatháin bhí clós laistiar den bpub agus sheasadh Tom Connor in airde ar an gclaí agus in ard a ghutha thugadh sé ainmneacha na stáisiún traenacha trasna na Stát Aontaithe. Seo mar a bhí: New York, Buffalo, Cleveland Chicago, Lincoln, Denver Salt Lake City agus San Francisco. Ba mhór an sult a bhaintí as.
Scoil Cheann Trá made their Communion in Séipéal Naomh Caitlín on Saturday September 26th. Included is An Canónach Micheál Ó Muimhneacháin agus Príomhoide Máire Uí Ghrifín.
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Dingle Notes Richie Williams RETIREMENTS. A number of local people who were actively involved in various aspects of public life in Dingle have recently retired from their respective occupations. Garage owner John Griffin who operated in Goat Street for many years and laterally in Milltown has used the Covid Lockdown to close the doors for the last time. Michael Kavanagh of Marian Park has sampled a number of different occupations including bus driver and barman but better known in latter years as The Traffic Warden retired from Kerry Council staff a few weeks ago. Two very popular teachers attached to the CBS Primary School Kay O'Sullivan and Micheál Ó Concubhair both said goodbye to the classroom for the last time just a few days ago. And what a great retirement parade the school fife and drum band organised for them through the streets of the town on Friday morning. We wish all four many years of good health and hope they enjoy the numerous opportunities that retirement offers to all who join that cherished club. SPORT. Congratulations to the Dingle Senior Footballers on their victory over An Gaeltacht in the Morans West Kerry Football Championship final in Gallarus on Sunday last. Congratulations also to Niall Geaney on his Man of the Match Award in the final.
A special mention of Matthew Flaherty's recent feat in playing a big part in Kilmoyley's victory in the Kerry Senior Hurling Championship final this year. Matthew is the first Dingle man to win a County Senior Hurling medal but there is at least one other local resident who holds such a coveted medal but not with the same club. OLD ICE PLANT. The Department of the Marine have issued notice that they intend to knock the Old Ice Plant in Strand Street starting on Thursday October 15th. Traffic diversions will be in place for a number a days thereafter with a one lane system in place from the town side only. Traffic from the West will be diverted at Solar Bridge Systems Milltown up the hill towards Ashmount and all road users are asked to expect some Tom Kennedy delays while the work is underway. Now is Solar..panels or tubes, what's the difference? Wellsuggestions they both provide the time to come forward with hot water when heated by the sun’s energy, thus saving you energy, asbe to area should be used after the it oil,how gas or the electricity. demolition is save completed. A solar system will up to 70% of your annual hot water bill. When
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Notaí Clochán Bréanainn buíoch as do thacaíocht leanúnach agus guímid gach rath ort. We are looking to promote tourism in our local community and keep business above water, especially during these testing times. If anyone has any photographs or information of hidden treasures, be it the vast amount of walks available to us or a recent experience out and about in Cloghane/Brandon; please send these photographs and experiences on to us so we can feature them in our newsletter and social media following. Email them to eolas@cflt.ie or if posting on social media please make sure to tag us so we can promote. Instagram: @ cflt.ie. Twitter: @hallalecheile Nuacht a Scriobh An dtaitníonn scríbhneoireacht leat? An gcoimeádann tú suas leis an nuacht áitiúil? Ar mhaith leat an t-eolas seo a roinnt trí nótaí a scríobh dúinn le cur ar ár suíomh idirlinn www.cflt.ie agus isteach sa nuachtán áitiúil? Déan teagmháil linn ag 0872372241 nó seol ríomhphost chuig eolas@cflt.ie. ‘led thoil. Do you enjoy writing? Do you keep up with the local news? Would you like to share this knowledge by writing notes for us to pass onto our website and local newspaper? If so contact us at 0872372241 or email eolas@cflt.ie
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What’s Happening in the Hub? Deirdre de Bhailís A move to Level 3 restrictions from 12 o'clock on Tuesday 6th October means that people are being asked to "work from home unless absolutely necessary to attend in person". The Dingle Hub will remain open for existing clients; we are asking all of our community to respect these restrictions and limit use of services to times that are absolutely necessary and use a home alternative where possible. Indoor meetings cannot take place for the duration of the Level 3 restrictions. As according to the guidelines we are currently unable to facilitate hot desk bookings. It is in all our power to change the course of this virus so if we can double down, keep our distance and stay vigilant on sanitisation measures then hopefully we can all return to the more flexible (and enjoyable) Level 2 in three weeks’ time. We look forward to welcoming you in the near future when possible. Have you recently started working from here? Are you considering a part-time or permanent move to the Dingle Peninsula? Are you selfemployed, remote working or a start-up business? Perhaps you are in a position within your business to bring remote working opportunities with you and build a team from here? We want to hear from you!! Please connect with us at info@dinglehub.com and help us build a vibrant, diverse and dynamic community and network. It’s not necessary to need a physical desk or office space in the hub to be part of this wider community. We’d also love you to connect with us on social media platforms - Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook. Anyone who wishes to use the facilities can book hot desk or conference room options online at www.dinglehub.com. The conference room can accommodate up to 3 people while maintaining social distancing. It is important to note that access to the Dingle Hub will be by prior appointment only for the duration of Covid-19 restrictions. Fánaigí slán, sábháilte. Stay safe and well everyone. Contact: Deirdre de Bhailís, Dingle Creativity and Innovation Hub Tel.: 066 9150140
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Camp Notes Brigid O'Connor VINTAGE CAR & TRACTOR RUN Vintage Car and Tractor Run in aid of Cystic Fibrosis Kerry and Motor Neurone Disease, Kerry in Association with Cairdeas Camp, A.R.A. October Bank Holiday Sunday, October 25th. Registration from 10.30 a.m. at Camp Community Field Hall V92RYW3, leaving at 12 oclock sharp and returning afterwards for some light refreshments. Enquiries - Martin - at Whatsapp - 087 9865964. Email kingdomfastfit@eircom.net.
daughters, Kathleen, Mary and Theresa, pre-deceased by her husband Jack, grandson Brendan (Bawnie) and her son-in-law Vincent, sister Marie (USA), brothers Michael, Junior and John Considine. Sadly missed by her loving family, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, sonsin-law, daughters-in-law, relatives neighbours and friends. Margaret was laid to rest in Camp Graveyard on Monday following Requiem Mass at St. Marys Church, Camp. Neighbours and friends lined the route to the graveyard as a mark of respect to a woman who was highly respected by the entire community. Rest In Peace, Margaret. UP CAMP IN NY Congratulations to Martina Quirke, Curra, Camp playing with the Kerry Manhatten Gaels in New York who defeated Donegal last Sunday.
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The news of the death of Gene O’Driscoll, Ballinknockane on Tuesday 22nd. September was received with deep sadness and shock in the community. Beloved husband of Sheila and late wife Julie and dear father of Patrick, Gene, Johnny and Helen, Grandchildren Christine, Gene, Patrick, Timmy, Michael, Julia, Grace, Brian, Eoghan , Lilly and Tori, great-grandchildren, brothers Mícheál, Seamus and Patrick, sisters Peggy, Mary, Bernie and Ann, nephews, nieces, daughters-in-law, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Martina's young daughter Melissa was cheering her on from the sideline, surely a case of Deja Vu, rolling back the years to Martina on the sideline cheering her mother Breda Quirke on playing with Kerry and not too long ago ! You can't beat breeding they say !
Gene was laid to rest on Friday morning following a private family Mass at St. Marys Church Camp in keeping with Govt. guidelines.
And Martinas brother Kenneth Quirke is now Chairman of Kerry GAA in New York. Great to see Martina and Kenneth flying the Kerry flag in New York ! Well done and continued success to both of you. LOTTO
Annascaul Club joined a Community guard of honour lining the road to Camp Cemetary to say farewell to a club stalwart and a respected member of the community.
Annascaul weekly Lotto has recommenced. Tickets can be purchased at all the usual shops and pubs in Camp and Annascaul.
As well as playing for Annascaul up until the 1980s, Gene also played with Kerry, Galway, London and New York during the 1960s and 1970s. He was on the first ever Kerry Under 21 team which contested and won the Munster Championship in Kenmare in 1962.
Great win for Annascaul against Tarbert in The Kerry County Junior Championship. Score Annascaul 2 - 19 to 0-12.
In later years he was a familiar face at club matches. His sons Johnny and Bingo have both represented Kerry at all levels. Gene and his family have made a tremendous contribution to Annascaul Club over the years. Gene was a great character too, generous to a fault, looking after many of the young lads in the area who worked for him in England and the USA in the old days. Dr. Sean Murphy former Kerry Football legend joined the guard of honour on Friday to pay his respect to Gene on his outstanding contribution to Kerry football.
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Thanks to Full Time Production for streaming the game online. Nice interview with Janes Crean afterwards. Excellent team performance.
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Gene will be sadly missed by all his family, relatives and friends in the community. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilís. Margaret Doyle (nee Downes) Foill, Camp passed away peacefully on Friday 25th. September. Margaret, a native of Quilty, Co. Clare emigrated to Chicago when she was a very young girl. There she met and married the great Accordion player and musician Jack Doyle from Ballinacourty, Annascaul. At the time Jack was playing the music circuit in Chicago and doing very well. However the young couple had their heart set on returning home to Ireland and coming from farming backgrounds, they decided to buy a Farm in Foill, Camp in 1963. Margaret loved farming and soon they built up a fine Dairy herd of cows. Margaret worked hard on the farm and was very content raising her family with her late husband, Jack. The house was always alive with music too. And Margaret entertained and welcomed musicians from far and near and there were some mighty music sessions and ball nights in the house down through the years. Mother of Kerry Football legend Tommy Doyle and John, Brendan and Mike, Margaret was very proud of all of their football achievements and the extended familys great contribution to the local Annascaul GAA Club and West Kerry football. Indeed Margaret thought the world of her grand children boys and girls and she was also lucky to meet and enjoy her great grandchildren in life. Margaret is survived by her sons Tommy, John, Brendan and Mike, 28 West Kerry Live
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Chicken, Bacon, Butternut Squash and Lentil Stew Mark Murphy: Dingle Cookery School
150g streaky bacon, diced 1 onion, finely diced small bunch of thyme, leaves picked from stalk 2 cloves of garlic, crushed 1 litre of chicken stock 250g le Puy lentils or green lentils
Now is the perfect time for some warming and comfort food. Food like this will always help lift your mood. A good stew is full of flavour, it is easy to cook but with a little attention at the beginning is the difference between an average stew and a good stew. Take your time to brown the meat then slowly cook the vegetables. After this once it is in place you can sit back and let it work away. Ingredients 8 chicken thighs, skin on rapeseed oil
1 squash, peeled, seeds removed and cut into 2cm pieces salt and pepper handful of Italian parsley, chopped to serve mash potato or celeriac mash Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Put a pan on over medium to high heat. Once hot add a little oil to the pan, add the chicken skin side down. Allow this to brown for about 5 minutes then turn the chicken pieces over and cook for another 3 minutes or so. Remove the
Blúire Béaloidis ó Scoileanna Chorca Dhuibhne: Sé an áit go bhfuilim se im chomhnuidhe na in oileán beag amuigh i lár na farraige. Tá sé trí mhíle ón mín-tír. Níl saipéal ná siopa ann. Sé an ainm a glaodhthar ar ná an Blascaod Mór. Sé an chiall gur glaodhadh an "Blascaod Mór" ar na:— tuisg cumadh an bosgaoid a bheith air istig i lár na fharraige agus le seanablas i dtaobh a bigeacht a tugadh "mór" air. Sé an méid tighthe atá ar fad ann ná sé tighthe fichead. Tá ceann slinne ar seacht cínn aca agus ceannaidheacha peilte ar an gcuid eile acht amháin tig amháin go bhfhuil ceann tuighe air. Níl aon chrann ag fás ann. Siad na sloinnte ar fad atá ann ná Guithínig, Cathánaigh, Cearnaíg, Suilleabhánaig, Conchubharaig, Seaghadh. Sé an sloinne is mó ann ná Ceárna. Siad seo na daoine aosta atá ann. Seán Ó Ceárna — fear ana láidir a b'eadh é. Níl sé amhlaidh anois mar tá taom maith dá aos tagaighthe. Tá an radharc ag teip air agus caitheann sé an chuid is mó dá shaoghal san leabaidh. Micheál Ó Seaghadh. Bíonn sé seo isteach agus amach do féin fós. Máire Ní Cheárna. Bhead sí seo go maith leis mar a mbeadh gur theip ceann dá cosa uirthi. Mar sin féin is féidir léi siubhal amach le cabhair ón mbata láimhe. Eibhlín Ní Chatháin. Tá sí seo go láidir fós isteach agus amach di féin ag déanam beagán gnótha. Máire Ní Cheárna. Níl sí seo ró mhaith leis mar tá an radharc ag teip uirthi. Ní labharann siad acht Gaedhluinn níl aon Bhéarla aca. Níl ann acht dá sheanafhothrach ná bhfhuil róaosta — tig cruiceóige act ní ón seana saoghal é agus túr. Do théigeadh na mílte des na daoine óga go America fadó. Tá sé ráidhthe go bhfhuil talamh an Bhlascaoid ar an dtalamh is feárr san doman chun cur. Fásann fiar breágh fada ann. "Bainne is bleachtas", mean saoghalta na sean-daoine. Scoil: An Blascaod Mór Múinteoir: Máire Nic Gearailt Ábhar á fhoilsiú le caoinchead: Cnuasach Bhéaloideas Éireann www.
At this stage the chicken should be tender. Add the lentils and squash. Bring this back to a simmer and allow to cook for about 20-25 minutes. At this stage the sauce should have thickened and taste to check that the lentils and squash have cooked. Season with salt and pepper and add some the parsley.
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chicken and add the bacon. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until they have started to brown, turn down the heat and add the onions and thyme. Allow this to cook slowly for about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to cook for another few minutes. Return the chicken to the pan and add the stock, bring this to a simmer and cook for about 45 minutes.
Serve with some mash potato or some creamy celeriac mash. Bain Taitneamh As!!
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Greta’s Herbs Gardening for Biodiversity Greta McCarthy O’Brien
wildlife. No matter what size your outdoor space you can plan and plant for biodiversity. Mini habitats can be created anywhere and often occur naturally, succeeding most effectively without man’s interference - so perhaps turn a blind eye to that messy pile of scrub in the corner behind the shed. Biodiversity loves the laid-back gardener! A perfect example of a biodiversity garden is the recent creation at the Díseart in Dingle by Breda Enright and her dedicated team, designed by Mary Reynolds with construction work by Sean Moriarty. It is an absolute joy, consisting of breath-taking flower meadows, woven willow structures and an interesting selection of my herbs. I'd highly recommend a visit. The following list contains ideas to encourage you to create a garden with a purpose which will attract a wide variety of birds, beneficial insects and mammals. If mankind becomes extinct at least we can leave behind some life forms!
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Most of us have experienced some form of isolation during this virus pandemic and sadly many of us have suffered profound personal loss. The need for solace and hope has led us back to the garden - safe within the confines of our own boundary. Cutting the hedge or mowing the lawn is no longer a chore but a pastime to cherish. Growing and harvesting vegetables, herbs and flowers is an extremely gratifying activity and the tranquillity of being in the garden has a therapeutic effect on our mental wellbeing. The one thing we can safely touch is the pure earth. We can retrace our steps back a generation and for many of us during these contemplative times - memories of old Ireland come flooding back. My nostalgia is linked to my childhood in East Cork, particularly around harvest time: the picking of new spuds from the rich black earth, the heady scent of tomatoes in my fathers' glasshouses, the excitement of running after the noisy combine harvesters to catch the fallen pea pods – and on warm nights, lolling on haystacks sharing ghost stories. There were plenty of bees and butterflies back then and we felt secure in our natural environment. Now several decades on, life is very different and the essential heart of existence is threatened in so many ways. In his documentary on extinction, David Attenborough says, “Scientists have linked our destructive relationship with nature with the emergence of COVID-19”. A startling fact is around one million species out of 8m on earth are now threatened with extinction. There are many facets to our destructive behaviour, but annihilation of habitats is top of the list - from rainforests to hedgerows we have a lot to answer for in the court of divine creation. We should all strive to understand the concept of biodiversity, for gardeners this simply means increasing the variety of living things in our garden by creating or preserving vital habitats such as ponds, boglands, flower meadows, woodlands or hedgerows and by growing plants which enrich
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Plant for bees: Snowdrops, crocus, borage, calendula, oregano, thymes, willow, sweet pea, wildflower mix.
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Plant berries and seed for birds: Teasel, ornamental grasses, cosmos, sunflowers, hawthorn, elderberry, holly, mountain ash, cotoneaster, dog-rose.
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MURPHY Acknowledgement and 1st Anniversary Danny Murphy, Late of Rahanane, Ventry Who passed away on the 2nd October 2019
Annascaul Notes Annascaul lotto There was no winner of the Annascaul GAA Lotto jackpot last week, and it now stands at €6650. Congratulations to the €40 winners. Tickets are available at the usual outlets. Annascaul GAA are currently organising an online option which should be available in the next few weeks. TAF Cabs Well done on a new adventure starting in Annascaul. Thomas A Flahive is providing a hackney service for the west Kerry area servicing Annascaul lispole Dingle and all west of Dingle. For bookings call 087 4121900 working until early hours of the morning. The Cottage Market The Cottage Market Annascaul will be going online. If you are a hobbyist or skilled and would like to sell your products online. Take photos with prices and give some info about your products. Contact Elizabeth 0862663186 Annascaul Adventures AGM Annascaul Adventures AGM will be held at Annascaul Allotments 05/11/2020 @ 5pm. Members only. All members should abide by social distance guidelines. Annascaul Adventures would like to thank all of those who helped Inch beach clean.
With love we remember Danny on his first anniversary. Missed by his daughters Áine, Siobhán and Maura; sons Teddy, Donie and Mickey; their families; sister Eileen; brothers Brendan and Tadhg. We are eternally grateful to the caring and professional staff of West Kerry Community Hospital as well as his dear friends, neighbours and relations whose kindness and regular visits Danny greatly appreciated. To everyone who shared our great loss and supported us during Danny’s final years, our sincerest thanks.
Lios na gCraobh Residents meeting Lios na gCraobh Residents Association General Meeting. All Lios na gCraobh Residents are welcome on November 6 at 7pm in the inner green of Lios na gCraobh. Pass the information to your neighbours, please. As we cannot put notes into your letter boxes(Covid 19) and GDPR act. We need permission to text, email or to phone you. Planting G. I. Y. Annascaul and Annascaul Adventures will be planting in the GAA Annascaul and the Apple Orchard. If interested in helping text on 0862663186 Greta's child care Annascaul Greta's child care Annascaul, requires relief staff, Part Time staff and childcare leader /supervisor minimum requirement FETAC level 5 childcare. Email your cv to gretabmccarthy@ gmail.com. Immediate start If you would like anything included in the Notes. Contact Noel Spillane. Ph 087 2184757 or forward an email to info@annascaul.ie before 8pm every Saturday.
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Milltown, Dingle.
General repairs to all uPVC and Aluminiun windows and
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CLASSIFIEDS - 087 214 9327 / 086 173 7944 Property to let / Tithe ar cíos
Room for rent long or short term, 10 minute drive from Dingle town, professionals only. Please call 085-1636767 for further details. 4 bedroomed modern house, 15 mins from Dingle available for short or long term rent. Please ring 087-6448954 for further information. Double ensuite room, to let in spacious modern house, 5km from Dingle town. Bin charges included in rent and unlimited broadband, other bills are shared between tenants. Would suit male or female professional. No pets. Viewings available. Contact 085-7334914 Ballymore House, room to rent. Call 083 3028899 Large room to rent in Ballydavid area, would suit 2 or 3 people. Free parking. Short / Long term. Full use of kitchen. Immediate occupancy. 086-2210426 En suite room to rent in Marian house, Dingle. 087-7995984
Holiday Rentals New luxury house to let. Weekly or fortnightly, Ballyferriter. 5 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Broadband, Sky TV etc. Phone Mairín 086-8471815
For Sale/Le Díol
Gale breaker, 3'6" high. Still wrapped, never used, with all fittings. 50 ft long. 086-0645408 6 high back green velvet dining room chairs. Perfect condition. €60. 2 boys bicycles - €50 each. 087-9742227
Table and 6 chairs and 3 piece suite for sale. Good condition. 087-9791144 Shed clear-out of small bales of Ardfert hay for sale. Dingle area. €.50 per bale. 086-0847372 Willerby 35ft x 12ft mobile home, two bedrooms, for sale in Ventry area. Call 085 1088366 or 087 7748475 Beautiful handmade crochet blankets made to order, any size. Contact Mary 087-1172148
Services / Seirbhisí Greta's Garden Consultations. Expert advice from a professional horticulturist. Online or Home visits www.gretasherbs.com. 086-3169716. Reasonable rates Massage therapy available. Call Sheelagh on 087-4143114 or email at sheelaghfrancesdoyle@ymail.com Mature friendly reliable lady available to provide companionship day/night to an elderly person in the Lispole, Dingle area. Contact Bernie 087-2944722. 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 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 Doorway micro Digger and micro dumper with driver limited Access work, Concrete breaking,Concrete bases,Gardens Better call Paul 086 3432722 Homecare support. Carer with 20 years experience/ Fetac Level 5. Daytime/ Nights. For more info contact 087-6880723.Thank you. Oil Boiler Servicing, Oil fired boilers and cookers. Servicing and repairs. Emergency call out service available. James Greaney 087-3440493 Does your septic tank need to be emptied- we will get to you within a day. Cuir Glaoch/ Call Diarmuid Ó Beaglaoi 087 2969846 0r 066 9155446 Vehicle Computer Diagnostic Service / Mobile Service. Cars, Jeeps, Vans, Pickups. Call 087-3440493 Septic Tank Services, emptying, wash down, repairs, new tanks andpercolation areas constructed in line with planning. over 25yrs service in Dingle Ph. Pat Hanafin 086 2241064 / 066 9151682 . beenbawn@yahoo.com
Situations Vacant
Cleaner wanted for 2-3 hours per week. Ballyferriter area. 087-6539242
Wanted / Ag Teastáil
Storage wanted in Dunquin area for household contents during renovation. 086-1676154 Looking for a field to rent for an elderly horse in Dingle, Ventry, Dunquin or Ballydavid areas. Please ring or text 083-0849050 Working female professional looking for apt / house for rent long term in Dingle town. 087-3551634 Looking to buy 1 to 2 acres farm land or a ruin on the Dingle Peninsula, preferably Anascaul area.Text only; 089-4821171 Wanted, rental in Cloghane/Castlegregory/Stradbally/Dingle Local professional couple with years of rental references seeking to relocate. Open to short term lease. Contact Gene 087-0988560 Childminder wanted 2/3 flexible days per week, Annascaul/Inch/Dingle area. Contact Fiona 086-3069576. Sheep wanted, all types. Payment on the day. Factory sheep also wanted. 087-6522357 Wanted, rental in Cloghane/Castlegregory/Stradbally/Dingle Local professional couple with years of rental references seeking to relocate. Open to short term lease. Contact Gene 087-0988560
Kerry Tarmac
Hot Tar & Colour Chips, Railway Sleepers & Kerbs, Groundwork, Driveways, Colour Loose Chippings, Boundry Walls built & plastered, Tarmacadam - Pothole repairs
Phone Mike 087-3633419
Michael Healy-Rae TD Mícheál Ó’hEalaigh-Rae
In the interest of public safety, all clinics have been cancelled until further notice, however I can be contacted at any time on the following numbers:
Constituency Office: 064 6685782 Office Fax: 064 66 85904 Mob: 087-246 1678 email:michael.healy-rae@oireachtas.ie
Fan Slán
Childminder Required Lispole / Dingle Area. For 4 year old boy. 2/4 days per week for a few hours in the afternoon.
087-4125474 Dingle Heating & Plumbing Electric Ireland & SEAI Grant Approved
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