Daily Archives: November 30, 2023

News, SCHOOLS

Nearly €20,000 Announced For Projects In Kerry Schools

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MINISTER for Education Norma Foley TD has announced the delivery of €19,825 in funding for sustainable development projects in County Kerry schools.

The successful projects in Kerry were an outdoor classroom and garden update for Ardfert Central N.S. (€5,000), wildlife pond and outdoor study equipment for Meán Scoil Nua an Leith Triúigh (€5,000), Installation of Water Filters and plastic reduction project for Ballyfinane N.S. (€5,000).Outdoor Learning Programme for Tralee Educate Together (€4,825).

Approx. €550,000 is being provided in funding for the Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) projects in 65 primary and 64 post-primary schools across the country.

Funding amounts of between €1,000 and €5,000 are being paid to schools who successfully proposed their 2023 / 2024 sustainability projects for funding under the second National Strategy – ESD to 2030.

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Business/Property, News

Six Kerry Companies Recognised By Bord Bia For Sustainability Performance

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SIX Kerry companies have been recognised for sustainability performance by Bord Bia. The body has acknowledged the sustainability performance of 97 Irish food and drink companies that have attained Origin Green Gold Membership in 2023.

Gold Membership is given to companies, which are members of the Origin Green programme, in recognition of their enhanced sustainability efforts.

The six Kerry companies awarded Gold Membership at the event are All Real Nutrition, BC Shellfish Ltd, Kerry Group, Lee Strand Cooperative Creamery Ltd, O’Connell Heritage Ltd and Quinlan’s Fish.

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The Gold Members were formally recognised at Bord Bia’s annual Origin Green Sustainability Seminar on Thursday, which was opened by Charlie McConalogue T.D, Minister for Agriculture, Food, and the Marine.

Since the establishment of the awards in 2020, a total of 234 Irish food, drink and horticulture companies have been awarded Gold Membership. Overall, the 97 companies come from 21 counties and represent sectors such as dairy, meat, seafood and aquaculture, confectionary, beverages, and horticulture.

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News

Invitation To Apply To Kerry County Council For Arts Grants

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KERRY Council County is inviting applications for funding from artists, arts festival, arts events and groups, communities, schools, and organisations planning arts activity for 2024.

“The Arts Act Grant provides funding to arts events and activities across the county each year,” said Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr. Jim Finucane.

“Last year, more than 40 groups and artists were granted funding for a wide range of events. There is great benefit to our communities, brought to us by creativity and work of artists, arts festivals & events. This funding by the Council is very important to support the arts sector.”

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Individual artists looking to develop their practice or further arts education or attend an artist’s retreat are encouraged to apply for the Artists’ Bursaries.

Schools are encouraged to team up with artists and apply for the Artists in Schools bursaries for arts projects within the school. The Eamon Kelly Bursary is open to artists of all disciplines living or from the Killarney Municipal District.

Kate Kennelly, Art Officer with Kerry County Council is urging artists and arts groups to get their Arts Grants application in now for projects and activities taking place in 2024.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 1pm, January 18,  2024. The applications forms are available on the Kerry County Council website on arts.kerrycoco.ie

For additional information and support contact the Arts Office on 066 7183541 or email arts@kerrycoco.ie

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News

Another Low Temperature/Ice Warning Issued For Friday Night/Saturday Morning

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WITH a low temperature/ice warning coming into effect from this evening until Friday at noon, Met Éireann are warning that the cold spell is set to continue for a couple of more days.

This morning they issued another Status Yellow – Low Temperature/Ice warning for Ireland for Friday evening at 5pm to 12 noon on Saturday.

It’s set to be very cold with widespread frost and icy conditions. Fog and freezing fog too. Possible impacts include hazardous conditions on roads and paths and possible travel disruption in some areas.

Temperatures in the Tralee area are set to reach 0°c tonight and tomorrow night, but it will get slightly milder from Saturday afternoon onwards.

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News

363 Patients Waited On Trolleys At UHK During November

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THERE were 363 patients waiting on trolleys in University Hospital Kerry during the month of November.

This was a rise of eight on the same month in 2022, but lower than the worst November in 2019 when there were 399 waiting on trolleys.

Nationally, over 11,493 patients, including 434 children, went without a bed in Irish hospitals in November according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation’s TrolleyWatch.

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Commenting on the level of overcrowding this November, INMO General Secretary Phil Ni Sheaghdha said:

“The sheer volume of patients who were admitted to hospitals without a bed this November are far too high. The call has to be made now ahead of what is going to be a dangerous situation to curtail non-urgent elective activity and ensure that our private hospitals are available to assist. There is absolutely no point in waiting until we are mid-crisis to act.

“The current moratorium on recruitment which is predicted to get worse in the early part of next year will require further curtailment of services and the HSE must ensure that that is planned in order to avoid this continuous discommoding of patients on the day of procedures.”

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Beauty&Fashion, Entertainment, Lifestyle, News, WHAT'S ON

CH Tralee To Host MRS Glam For A Christmas Masterclass

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Mrs Glam Michelle Regazzoli Stone.

GET ready beauty lovers in Tralee, because an evening of glitz and glamour like no other is coming.

The makeup maestro herself, Michelle Regazzoli Stone, will host “A Night Out with MRS Glam” Masterclass in CH Tralee on The Mall on Wednesday, December 13 from 6.30pm to 9pm.

Michelle will be revealing her makeup artistry secrets in an up-close-and-personal 2-hour live tutorial.  This is a chance to dive deep into her treasure trove of expert tips, tricks, and techniques that will unlock the path to pure makeup perfection.

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These spectacular sessions are a toast to the recently unveiled  MRS Glam Glorious Skin Powder Foundation.

Each €25 ticket welcomes you with a glass of chilled Prosecco before the show begins and you can use the full ticket value towards the purchase of any MRS Glam products available at the event.

Each attendee will take a coveted goody bag filled with MRS Glam treasures home with them, and every purchase will come with an enchanting beauty surprise.

Guests will have the opportunity to have their photo taken with the makeup maven herself. This is an experience you won’t want to miss. Masterclass tickets are €25 available to purchase by clicking here.

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Health&Fitness, Lifestyle, News

PHOTOS: Taking A Walk At The Kerry Sports Academy In Aid Of GOAL

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In front; Bernadette Fitzgerald and Liam O’Connor. At back; Susan Tugwell, Leah O’Sullivan, Emma Cruise, Jim Deenihan and Hazel Byrne at the GOAL Mile at Kerry Sports Academy on Wednesday. Photo by Dermot Crean

STUDENTS and staff at MTU took a walk on Wednesday to raise funds for GOAL this Christmas.

The GOAL Mile saw walkers leave from the entrance of the Kerry Sports Academy at the MTU for a short walk around campus for the great cause.

The GOAL Mile is a renowned and long-standing event that helps raise funds to transform the lives of the world’s most vulnerable people.

Refreshments and Christmas treats were served after the event and people gave generously in the donation bucket. Scroll down for photos…

Aoife Angland and Linda Casey the GOAL Mile at Kerry Sports Academy on Wednesday. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Alicia Buckley, Mary McCoy and Petrina Comerford the GOAL Mile at Kerry Sports Academy on Wednesday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants in the GOAL Mile at Kerry Sports Academy on Wednesday. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Gathering for the GOAL Mile at Kerry Sports Academy on Wednesday. Photo by Dermot Crean
People gather for the GOAL Mile at Kerry Sports Academy on Wednesday. Photo by Dermot Crean

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Entertainment, News, WHAT'S ON

Meet Star Wars Characters At Fundraiser In Manor West Shopping Centre

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A LOCAL man is inviting people to come to Manor West Shopping Centre on Sunday between 12 noon and 3pm to meet and have photos taken with costumed characters from Star Wars.

Members of the 501st Legion and Rebel Legion will be dressed as good guys and bad guys from the franchise while the folks from Reel Icons Ireland will be present in Marvel and DC characters. Photographer Keith McGlynn is hoping fans of the franchises come for the fun make a donation to a great cause.

He is raising money in memory of little Éanna Coffey (who passed away in October 2016), for the Butterfly Skin Disease Charity, DEBRA Ireland.

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There will be a bucket collection and a bumper raffle on the day. Entries are €5 each and 100% of the money raised is going to DEBRA Ireland.

There are three great spot prizes; An amazing hamper full of fragrances and cosmetics from Sam McCauley Chemist, a voucher for Pro Fitness Tralee and a Star Wars Lego set.

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Entertainment, News, WHAT'S ON

Free Christmas Cookery Demo For Adapt Kerry At Total Cleaning

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Kate Brosnan and Niamh Brosnan of Total Cleaning Kerry are looking forward to welcoming you to the free cookery demo this Friday.

A FREE Cookery Demo in aid of Adapt Kerry will be held in-store at Total Cleaning Kerry’s store at the Horan Centre tomorrow (Friday).

Total Cleaning are delighted once again to welcome Mark Doe from Just Cooking who will be joining them to share festive culinary tips from 11am to 1pm.

On the day, all proceeds from sales will be donated to Adapt Women’s Refuge, a local organization dedicated to supporting and empowering women and children in need.

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With 20% off selected ranges, it’s a great opportunity to stock up on your baking, homewares and gifts with every purchase you make will contributing towards a wonderful cause.

The gifting gurus will be on hand if you need any inspiration ideas and will be there to create bespoke gift boxes and hampers as well as providing a complimentary gift wrapping service on the day.

Their in-house machine expert Gordon will also be available from 10am-11am to talk you through the key cleaning tools and tips you need to get your home in tip top shape for Christmas.

In addition to plenty Festive Spirit, they’ll have complimentary tea, coffee and baked treats so you soak up the atmosphere!

And for anyone who can’t make the trip to Kerry, Total Cleaning will share all tips and tricks with you following the event on social media because they want everyone to survive Christmas!

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Entertainment, News, WHAT'S ON

Wander Wild Festival Returns In Killarney Next March

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Athletes competing in the Hardman 10K trail run in Killarney National Park, as part of the Wander Wild Festival in March 2022. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

THE Wander Wild Festival – Ireland’s Ultimate Outdoor Experience — will return next March in Killarney.

With over 30 new events, an expanded wellness hub, an extended base camp at this year’s festival it’s set to be bigger than ever.

Exciting additions include a Dark Sky Astrology Hike, live workshops and music, market stalls, healing soundbaths, and yoga nidra gaeilge.

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Set against the picturesque backdrop of the UNESCO Killarney National Park, the unique adventure and wellness festival returns to Killarney from March 22-24.

Wander Wild Festival, sponsored by Nature Valley and supported by Failte Ireland & Kerry County Council has unveiled an array of new events designed to cater to the body, mind, and soul of every adventurer.

Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie seeking thrilling experiences or a nature enthusiast who loves going off the beaten track, this festival has something for everyone. Tickets are on sale now, go to www.wanderwildfestival.com for more information.

Pat Chawke, Chairperson of Wander Wild Festival, said “We are thrilled to bring back the Wander Wild Festival to Killarney for another incredible year. With a wide range of outdoor activities and wellness experiences, this festival truly has something for everyone. We invite adventurers from near and far to join us and explore the beauty of Killarney’s great outdoors. Spring is a great time to explore and enjoy everything that Killarney town and the National Park have to offer.”

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News, SCHOOLS

Gaelcholáiste Student Comes Third In Scléip Competition

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Stuart Daley.

A FIFTH year student in Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí came third in a competition for All-Irish schools in Cork on Wednesday.

Stuart Daley, a teenager with a passion for rock music, took to the stage in The Youth Theatre in Fermoy to represent in the school at Scléip, a stage based competition for All Irish schools.

With the backing of staff and fellow students, the Ballyheigue native performed brilliantly on guitar and impressed all present. Stuart cites Metallica and Rory Gallagher among his influences.

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