Daily Archives: October 5, 2019

DINING OUT, Entertainment, News

Sponsored: ‘Meet The Makers’ At Amazing Night In Dingle To Celebrate Local Cheese

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GET a taste for all things Cheese this October with an exclusive event taking place at Dingle Benners Hotel on Friday, October 18, to celebrate the new ‘Taste The Island’ initiative.

This special event was designed to celebrate the array of Munster cheese producers who have been handpicked to showcase their unique produce.

The night will begin with a welcome reception where you can meet with the makers behind a selection of cheese including Dingle Goats Cheese, Kellys Bay Cheese, Kerry Blue Cheese, Cratloe Sheeps Cheese, O’Brien’s Farmhouse Cheese and Killorglin Farmhouse Cheese.

The producers will detail the process involved in producing a premium cheese and are on hand to share the art of their unique cheese making.

Mark Murphy from the Little Cheese Shop Dingle will share his first-hand experience of the wide range of both local as well as national cheese.

This will then be followed by a 6 course tasting menu using the array of cheeses and designed by Head Chef Carolyn Clancy and will finish with a cheese board accompanied by a glass of port.

Head Chef Carolyn Clancy.

Mark Murphy Proprietor, The Little Cheese Shop Dingle, commented; ‘We are delighted to be involved in showcasing the amazing selection of local cheese available to us here in Munster. The climate affords us the perfect conditions for the production of a world class product and this event promises a look into the amazing art of cheese making. I am looking forward to working with Carolyn and all the producers on what promises to be an amazing night.’

This special event is bookable now on www.dinglebenners.com from only €225 for 2 people sharing, which includes your overnight stay with award winning breakfast and the exclusive dinner event (the dinner only option is also available to book and priced at €48.00pp).

For bookings or enquiries call Dingle Benners Hotel on 066 915 1638  www.dinglebenners.com Main St., Dingle, Co. Kerry, Ireland 066 9151638 reservations@dinglebenners.com

News

Kerry Sinn Féin Selects Cllr Pa Daly As Candidate For Next General Election

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At the Kerry Sinn Féin Convention at The Rose Hotel on Friday were Cathal Foley, Toireasa Ferris, Pearse Doherty TD, Cllr Pa Daly and Martin Ferris TD. Photo by Dermot Crean

COUNCILLOR Pa Daly was selected by the membership to go forward as the party’s next general election candidate in Kerry at a packed Kerry Sinn Féin Convention held tonight Friday, October 4, at the Rose Hotel in Tralee.

He was nominated by a number of cumainn in the county. The convention was being held as a result of the announcement by Deputy Martin Ferris that he would not be seeking a nomination, and the result of Toireasa Ferris retiring from politics.

Pa Daly was the only name to be put forward by the membership in the county. Sinn Féin Finance spokesperson Pearse Doherty was guest speaker on the night.

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“It is a great privelige to be selected by the membership of the county as their next general election candidate,” said Cllr Pa Daly.

“I want to thank all those members who asked me to put my name forward and I will work as hard as I can to deliver a seat for the party in Kerry. I am under no illusions as to the boots I am trying to fill, Martin Ferris has been a colossus in the party since he was first elected to the Dáil in 2002 and has been a tireless worker for his constituents, the last election proved how difficult a challenge it will be.”

“Sinn Féin offers a better way and I hope to be given the chance represent the people of Kerry in Dáil Eireann.”

Former Tralee Town Councillor Cathal Foley was chosen to be co-opted onto Kerry County Council in place Toireasa Ferris who is stepping back from the world of politics.

News

PHOTOS: Members Of Kerry Associations Come Down For Annual Get-Together

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John O’Sullivan, Kenmare, Eileen Fitzgerald and Marian Walsh, Listowel, at the Kerry Association Dublin/Cork annual get together at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean

KERRY people who have been involved in the Kerry Associations of Dublin and Cork are staying in The Rose Hotel this weekend for their annual get-together.

It’s the 25th year they have organised the weekend, which takes place in different locations in Munster and is a great opportunity for the ‘ex-pats’ to meet and catch up with old friends.

About 70 people — with many originally hailing from all parts of the county — are staying in the hotel and they enjoyed a lovely meal in the Lee Suite of the hotel with music by Stephen Donegal.

This morning they all headed off on O’Shea’s Coaches to Kenmare for the day before returning to The Rose Hotel for another bite to eat and dancing to Southern Pride. Scroll down for photos…

Patricia McCarthy, Christy McCarthy, Glenbeigh, and Martin Walsh, Listowel, at the Kerry Association Dublin/Cork annual get together at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
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At back; Kitty Canavan and Bernie Hickey, Moyvane. In front; Pat Garvey, Eileen O’Sullivan, Valentia, and Nuala Geraghty, Killorglin, at the Kerry Association Dublin/Cork annual get together at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
At back; Marie Ryan, Carmel McDonagh and Breda Gormally. In front; Helena Casey, Teresa Quinn, Charlotte Vaughan and Marcella Flannery at the Kerry Association Dublin/Cork annual get together at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
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At back; Gary O’Sullivan and John O’Sullivan. In front; Brenda O’Sullivan, Delia O’Sullivan, Mary Moran and Pauline McKenna at the Kerry Association Dublin/Cork annual get together at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
News

Tralee Jobless Figure Falls In September

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THE number of people signing on the Live Register in Tralee fell by nearly 350 people last month according to the latest data from the Central Statistics Office.

There were 3,024 people on the register in Tralee in September, down 345 on August’s figure of 3,369. The figure is down 11% on September 2018’s total of 3,397.

Countywide, the Live Register fell by 11% in a year and now stands at 5,980 down from 6,600 in August, with decreases in all seven social welfare offices, a 9% drop in a month. The last time the live register figure was below 6,000 was in September 2007.

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Sponsored: Bank Of Ireland In Tralee To Host Mortgage Information Evening

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BANK of Ireland will be holding a Mortgage Information Evening in the Tralee branch on Castle Street next Wednesday, October 9.

Entrance is free and is open to BOI and non-BOI customers. All we ask is that you register on the link at the bottom of the page so that we know what numbers to expect.

Have you mortgage related questions? Are you a house hunter or have you spotted your ideal home? Are you thinking of switching your mortgage?

When should I involve my Solicitor? What delays could I face in the legal process and can I do anything to avoid them? Why do I need to prepare for my first contact with an Auctioneer?

How do I build a good relationship with local Auctioneers? Are you building an extension? What do I need to prepare before I meet my Architect for the first time?

When should I start preparing for a Mortgage? What deposit do I need? What are the best savings options? How much will you qualify for?

What do you need to get the process started? Perhaps you are thinking of buying an investment property? Should I switch or should I stay with my current mortgage provider?

These questions and any others you want answered on the night. There will also be an opportunity for one to one interaction with each profession.

The agenda for the evening is as follows;

6pm-6.15pm — Meet & Greet and Refreshments will be served.

6.15pm-6.45pm — Panel Discussion and Q&A with Solicitor Niall Lucey; Architect/Engineer – James Sugrue; Auctioneer – Ger Carmody; Mortgage Specialist – Catherine O’Sullivan. MC is Mary Brosnan.

6.45pm-7.15pm — One to One Q&A/Meeting opportunity with Panel Register at https://events.bizzabo.com/SimplifyyourMortgageTralee

Free parking available at the rear of Bank of Ireland, Tralee.

• Bank of Ireland Mortgage Bank trading as Bank of Ireland Mortgages is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

News

Gold And Silver IMRO Awards For Radio Kerry Entries

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RADIO Kerry won Gold and Two Silver awards at the 2019 National Radio Awards last night.

They had six nominations at the awards which took place at the Lyrath Estate Hotel in Kilkenny, with ‘Cluas Chiarraí’ from Eoghain Fitzgerald and his students on the Kerry College radio broadcasting course, taking Gold in the Short Feature Category.

The series, about the sounds and soundscapes of County Kerry, was inspired by students Barry O’Donnell and Dara O’Cinneide – who are both visually impaired and who successfully completed the course this year.

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The news team received a Silver Award in the News Story category for ‘When Mistakes Cost Lives’, covering the scan scandal at UHK.

Tim Moynihan also received a Silver Award for Sports Broadcaster of the Year (Local) while the station’s Chief Executive, Paul Byrne, was inducted into the IMRO Radio Awards Hall of Fame after 39 years working in the radio industry.

The annual awards, sponsored by IMRO, recognise the best in Irish radio and include local, national and regional stations in the 32 counties.

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Know Your Rights: What You Need To Know About Inheritance Tax 

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Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…

Question: I have recently inherited some money following the death of a close relative. Will I have to pay tax on it?

Answer: If you get an inheritance following a death, you may have to pay inheritance tax on it. Inheritance tax is a type of Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT) which includes gift tax.

You do not have to pay tax on gifts or inheritances from your spouse or civil partner. If you get an inheritance from other relatives, you may get all or part of the inheritance tax-free – depending on the amount.

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The tax-free amount or threshold depends on the relationship between you and the person who left you the money.

• Group A applies where you are the child, stepchild or adopted child of the person giving the gift or inheritance. In certain circumstances it can apply to a foster child or parent getting an inheritance.

• Group B applies where you are the parent, grandparent, grandchild, great-grandchild, brother, sister, nephew or niece of the giver.

• Group C applies to any relationship not included in Group A or B.

Since 10 October 2018, the CAT threshold for each group is as follows:

• Group A – €320,000
• Group B –   €32,500
• Group C –   €16,250

You have to pay inheritance tax if the value of your inheritance (together with any other gifts and inheritances you have already received within the same group since 5 December 1991) is more than the tax-free amount or CAT threshold.

If you do have to pay inheritance tax, it is charged at 33%. The tax only applies to the amount over the group threshold.

As CAT is a self-assessment tax, you have to file a tax return. You can file Form IT38 (Inheritance Tax/Gift Tax Return) online through ROS, Revenue’s online service. You can also submit a paper form to Revenue.

Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below.

• Contact us in Tralee on Tel: 0761 07 7860 Killarney 0761 07 7820, Listowel 0761 07 7840 Kenmare 0761 07 7810, & Caherciveen 0761 07 7780. Outreach Services; Killorglin weekly, Dingle monthly, please call Tralee for more information.

Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000