Archive for February, 2020

Two New Weather Warnings Issued For Whole Country

Two New Weather Warnings Issued For Whole Country

February 9, 2020 at 12:22 pm Comments are Disabled

THE worst of the wind and rain may have passed, but we’re not out of the woods yet. Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow Wind warning for Ireland from now until Monday at noon. They have also issued a Status Yellow Snow/Ice warning for Ireland for a 48 hour period, valid […]

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Kay de Barra, Lorraine Lyne, Tara Collins, Sally O'Hara, and Sean McElligott at the 'Mr & Mrs Strictly Come Dancing' at Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean

PHOTOS: Cheering On The Couples At ‘Strictly’ Last Night (Part 2)

February 9, 2020 at 11:35 am Comments are Disabled

AS we told you earlier, it was a night filled with entertainment at Ballyroe Heights Hotel for ‘Mr & Mrs Strictly Come Dancing’ organised by Tralee Musical Society. The married couples lit up the dancefloor to the delight of the audience who lapped up the entertainment and in the end […]

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Early Tallies Reveal Strong Showing For Healy Raes And Pa Daly

Early Tallies Reveal Strong Showing For Healy Raes And Pa Daly

February 9, 2020 at 11:08 am Comments are Disabled

DESPITE the terrible weather, the turnout in Kerry for the General Election is estimated at around 66%, down on 70.73% in 2016. Now it’s time for the candidates to find out how the public voted and the boxes are currently being opened at the count centre in Killarney Sports and […]

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Craig Lynch and Karl Noctor of IT Tralee who won gold at an event in Dublin.

IT Tralee Students Win Gold At National Event In Dublin

February 9, 2020 at 10:09 am Comments are Disabled

TWO IT Tralee National Culinary Apprenticeship students won gold at Food and Bev Live 2020. One of Ireland’s largest hospitality and culinary events, Food and Bev Live 2020 took place in Dublin last week. and the ITT Hotel, Culinary Arts and Tourism Department were represented in the Chef Ireland competitions, […]

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Christopher and Claire McDonald performing at the 'Mr & Mrs Strictly Come Dancing' at Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean

PHOTOS: Hundreds Enjoy ‘Mr & Mrs Strictly Come Dancing’ In Ballyroe (Part 1)

February 9, 2020 at 10:08 am Comments are Disabled

IT was an atrocious night outside, but hundreds still came out to the Ballyroe Heights Hotel last night for ‘Mr & Mrs Strictly Come Dancing’ organised by Tralee Musical Society. Married couples from all over town and beyond took part and had great fun on the dance floor watched by […]

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World Record Breaker And Deep Sea Adventurer For Talk At Meadowlands On Monday

World Record Breaker And Deep Sea Adventurer For Talk At Meadowlands On Monday

February 9, 2020 at 10:07 am Comments are Disabled

A GUINNESS World Record holder is hosting a presentation on her swim to the most dangerous waters in the world at The Meadowlands Hotel on this Monday at 7.30pm. Nuala will explain with what it takes to prepare your mind to swim at extreme temperatures, what it takes to lower her […]

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€20,000 Of Suspected Cannabis Herb Seized In North Kerry

€20,000 Of Suspected Cannabis Herb Seized In North Kerry

February 8, 2020 at 9:25 pm Comments are Disabled

GARDAI have arrested a man in his 20s and seized approximately €20,000 of suspected cannabis herb in Ballylongford,  on Saturday. Shortly before 3.30pm Gardaí from the Kerry Divisional Drugs Unit, with the assistance of Listowel Gardaí, executed a search warrant at a house in the Ballylongford area. During the course […]

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North Kerry Family Recently Returned From China Being Assessed By Medical Staff

North Kerry Family Recently Returned From China Being Assessed By Medical Staff

February 8, 2020 at 3:12 pm Comments are Disabled

A NORTH Kerry who have been travelling recently in China were removed from their home last night by medical staff wearing protective clothing. They were removed by ambulance at around 10pm on Friday and are being assessed as a precautionary measure, after one member complained of feeling unwell with flu-like […]

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Met Éireann Upgrades Wind Warning To Status Orange For Sunday Morning

Met Éireann Upgrades Wind Warning To Status Orange For Sunday Morning

February 8, 2020 at 12:18 pm Comments are Disabled

MET Éireann has upgraded its wind warning for the whole country from Yellow to Status Orange. On Sunday, Storm Ciara will produce very strong southwest winds with mean speeds of 65 to 80km/h and gusts generally up to 130km/h. A combination of Spring Tides and high seas as well as […]

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RSA Advising Caution On Roads As Weather Warnings Take Effect

RSA Advising Caution On Roads As Weather Warnings Take Effect

February 8, 2020 at 11:23 am Comments are Disabled

THE Status Yellow wind warning is now in effect in Kerry until midnight on Sunday, with the rain warning starting from 12 noon until 3pm tomorrow as Storm Ciara makes her presence felt over the weekend. The Road Safety Authority (RSA), is asking road users to exercise caution while using […]

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At the presentation of a cheque for €3,000 from Chain Gang Cycling Club to Kerry Hospice Foundation were, seated from left; Bridie O'Connor, Kerry Hospice; John Murray of Chain Gang; Maura Sullivan of Kerry Hospice and Fiona Ryle of Chain Gang. Back from left; Declan Murphy,  Avril Hewitt and David Elton of the Chain Gang, Ita Behan of Kerry Hospice and Chris Murray of the Chain Gang. Photo by Dermot Crean

Chain Gang Presents €6,000 To Two Charities After Fundraiser In Nicky’s Memory

February 8, 2020 at 10:40 am Comments are Disabled

THE proceeds of a fundraiser held in The Meadowlands Hotel a few months ago, were presented to two charities on Friday night. Tralee-based cycling club, the Chain Gang, held a table quiz and a bike raffle in the hotel back on November 15 in aid of Comfort For Chemo Kerry […]

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€50,000 Win For Kerry Prize Bond Holder In Weekly Draw

€50,000 Win For Kerry Prize Bond Holder In Weekly Draw

February 8, 2020 at 10:39 am 1 comment

SOMEONE in Kerry won €50,000 in yesterday’s Prize Bonds draw. So if you have bond number KK 253488, bought back in 2009, you are in for a windfall. Also, the Kerry holder of bond number AQB849581 won €1,000 in the draw. Every Prize Bond is in to win €1 million twice […]

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Know Your Rights: National Minimum Wage And USC

Know Your Rights: National Minimum Wage And USC

February 8, 2020 at 10:39 am Comments are Disabled

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Question: I’m a full-time minimum wage PAYE worker. Does the increase in the national minimum wage mean that I pay more Universal Social Charge? Answer: The minimum wage increased from €9.80 […]

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'Richard Jewell'

Finnegan On Film: Clint Eastwood Expertly Tells The Story Of ‘Richard Jewell’

February 8, 2020 at 10:38 am Comments are Disabled

Our movie guy, James Finnegan, says Clint Eastwood’s directorial offering, ‘Richard Jewell’ is a stunning moral tale with excellent performances… I LOVE Clint Eastwood films.  He is a talent that acts, directs, produces and even, on occasion, composes the soundtrack. I have been watching him since the Sergio Leone westerns, […]

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Kerry lining up.

Kerry Name Side For League Clash With Tyrone

February 7, 2020 at 8:04 pm Comments are Disabled

IT’S been a positive start to Kerry’s season and they’ll be hoping to continue that when they travel up north to face old rivals Tyrone at Healy Park on Sunday. It’s likely to be a wet and windy affair with weather warnings in place during the Allianz National Football League Division […]

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IT Tralee Hurling Team To Take Part In Ryan Cup Finals Weekend

IT Tralee Hurling Team To Take Part In Ryan Cup Finals Weekend

February 7, 2020 at 6:09 pm Comments are Disabled

IT Tralee Senior Hurling team will travel to the DCU Sports Complex this Saturday to take part in the Ryan Cup Finals weekend. The IT Tralee team are managed by former Kerry hurling goalkeeper and Causeway man, Tadhg Flynn, and he is assisted by the Tralee Parnells duo of Mark […]

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Three Things To Do Around Tralee At The Weekend

Three Things To Do Around Tralee At The Weekend

February 7, 2020 at 1:33 pm Comments are Disabled

Or more specifically, Saturday, as there little else happening this weekend. It’s all about the election, but if you want a break from politics, these events might entertain you… Saturday  1. Warriors’ Kobe tribute… The basketball world is still mourning the death of Kobe Bryant and Garveys Tralee Warriors are […]

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Tralee’s Jobless Number Rose Again Last Month

Tralee’s Jobless Number Rose Again Last Month

February 7, 2020 at 11:41 am Comments are Disabled

TRALEE’S live register number increased again in January according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office. The number of people signing on in Tralee last month was 3,226, an increase of 81 on December. That’s still a drop of around nine per cent on January 2019 when the […]

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36 Patients Waiting On Trolleys In UHK’s Emergency Department

36 Patients Waiting On Trolleys In UHK’s Emergency Department

February 7, 2020 at 11:02 am Comments are Disabled

THERE are 36 patients waiting on trolleys in the Emergency Department of University Hospital Kerry today according to figures from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO). The hospital’s ED is experiencing a very busy week so far, with 27 patients waiting on trolleys on Thursday, 26 on Wednesday, 24 on […]

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CH To Host Masterclass From Beauty Expert

CH To Host Masterclass From Beauty Expert

February 7, 2020 at 10:08 am Comments are Disabled

CH Tralee is renowned for its in-house events and the first one of 2020 is a must for ladies looking for beauty tips. An IT Cosmetics Makeup Masterclass with brand ambassador Rose Gallagher will take place on Wednesday, February 12 at 7pm. Rose will be speaking about all the products […]

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Tralee Toastmasters Want To Help Banish Wedding Speech Worries

Tralee Toastmasters Want To Help Banish Wedding Speech Worries

February 7, 2020 at 9:54 am Comments are Disabled

TRALEE Toastmasters club will host a mock wedding ceremony at their next meeting, at Kerins O’Rahilly’s clubhouse at 8pm, on Monday, February  17. The event promises to be a fun experience for all, while at the same time highlighting the speaking skills that can be acquired though membership of the […]

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Information Sessions On Rates Revaluation For Businesses

Information Sessions On Rates Revaluation For Businesses

February 7, 2020 at 9:17 am Comments are Disabled

COLLABORATING with all the Chambers in Kerry and the IHF, Tralee Chamber Alliance has organised two events to inform business owners on the implications for their business with the forthcoming Rates Revaluation process. This Revaluation process has financial implications for all businesses in Kerry as they undergo a revaluation of […]

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Men Charged In Relation To Kerry Burglaries

Men Charged In Relation To Kerry Burglaries

February 6, 2020 at 6:12 pm Comments are Disabled

THE three men arrested in relation to burglaries in Limerick and Kerry on Wednesday have been charged. All three are due to appear before Dublin District Court (CCJ) of Friday, February 7 at 10.30am. Gardaí arrested the three men in relation to four burglaries of retail premises in the North Kerry […]

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Noel And Sheila To Stage Concert In Aid Of Recovery Haven

Noel And Sheila To Stage Concert In Aid Of Recovery Haven

February 6, 2020 at 1:13 pm Comments are Disabled

WELL-known local musician Noel Hartnett and his wife Sheila are inviting music and dancing fans to come along to the Ballygarry House Hotel  for a night of music and dance in aid of the Recovery Haven Kerry Cancer Support House. Noel and Sheila have enlisted the support of favourites  P.J Murrihy and Patrick O’Sullivan to perform at what promises […]

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Met Éireann Issues Wind And Rain Warnings For Weekend As Storm Ciara Approaches

Met Éireann Issues Wind And Rain Warnings For Weekend As Storm Ciara Approaches

February 6, 2020 at 1:05 pm Comments are Disabled

STORM Ciara is coming on Sunday and Met Eireann is preparing the country early by issuing a Status Yellow Wind and Rain warnings for almost the entire weekend. On Saturday, southerly winds will strengthen reaching mean speeds of 50-65km/h with gusts reaching 90-110km/h. Then on Sunday, Storm Ciara will produce very […]

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Man Dies In Road Traffic Collision In Ballybunion

Man Dies In Road Traffic Collision In Ballybunion

February 6, 2020 at 12:54 pm Comments are Disabled

GARDAI are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision in Ballybunion on Wednesday. Shortly before 12pm on February 5, Gardaí received a report of a single vehicle road traffic collision at Lartigue Road, Ballybunion. The alarm was raised when the body of a man in his 70s (sole […]

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Kerry County Council buildings in Rathass.

Council Signs Contracts For 88 New Social Housing Units In Kerry

February 6, 2020 at 12:17 pm Comments are Disabled

KERRY County Council has signed contracts to start the construction of seven different housing schemes which will add 88 houses to Kerry’s social housing stock. The seven contracts, which are worth a combined €17m, will see the construction of social housing in 22 units in Ardfert, 14 in Kenmare, 10 […]

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People Invited To Get Involved In Cruinniú Na nÓg

People Invited To Get Involved In Cruinniú Na nÓg

February 6, 2020 at 10:51 am Comments are Disabled

THIS year’s Cruinniú na nÓg Kerry is happening this summer across the county and Kerry County Council’s Arts Office and Creative Ireland Office are inviting arts and cultural organisations, artists and creative practitioners, schools, youth arts organisers, communities and community venues interested in organising an event for under 18’s to […]

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Here’s Where That €1,000,000 Daily Millions Ticket Was Sold

Here’s Where That €1,000,000 Daily Millions Ticket Was Sold

February 6, 2020 at 10:40 am Comments are Disabled

THE National Lottery has revealed that the winning Daily Million top prize of €1,000,000 on Tuesday was sold at Kelly’s Londis store in Milltown. It was revealed yesterday that someone who bought their ticket in Kerry won the prize, but has yet to make contact. Store owner, Seamus Kelly was […]

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General Election 2020 News Briefs

General Election 2020 News Briefs

February 6, 2020 at 9:29 am Comments are Disabled

• KERRY Aontú General Election Candidate Sonny Foran has called on Kerry County Council to provide increased lighting for graveyards to enable people to visit their loved ones in the evening time. “I have spoken to many people who live in rural areas, many of whom are elderly, and who […]

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