SOME parts of Tralee are experiencing breaks to the water supply today which may not be restored in some areas until later tonight.
Repairs to a burst water main are causing supply disruptions to Sundays Well, Cuil Feirne, Caherslee, Mounthawk, Ballyroe, Fenit Road, The Spa, Clogherbrien, Strand Street, The Kerries, Ballyrickard, Spa Road, Lohercannon, Kerins Park, Blennerville, Curraheen, Annagh, Tralee and surrounding areas.
As of late Wednesday afternoon, works have an estimated completion time of 10pm tonight. Uisce Éireann say every effort is being made to maintain water supply to as many customers as possible.
Following repair works, it typically takes two to three hours for normal supply to fully restore to all areas as the water refills the network, especially for those on higher ground or at the end of the network. To check for updates on the Uisce Éireann website click here.
WINS by CBS Tralee and Mercy Mounthawk in their semi-finals today has set up a mouth-watering all Tralee Corn Uí Mhuirí Munster Schools football final.
CBS beat Patrician Mallow by 2-12 to 0-7, while Mercy Mounthawk defeated St Brendan’s of Killarney by 2-14 to 0-7. The game is scheduled to be played on Saturday, February 10 in an occasion sure to draw a huge crowd.
St Brendan’s opened the scoring against Mercy Mounthawk at the game played in Austin Stack Park this afternoon, but the Tralee men sped off into the lead with a flurry of score and when they goaled on 24 minutes they were 1-9 to 0-1 ahead.
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By half-time they were 1-11 to 0-2 ahead and looking sure to advance. St Brendan’s tried to come back in the second period but Mercy Mounthawk were not to be denied.
Over in Killarney, Tralee CBS powered their way to another final with an impressive display. The Cork side stayed in touch and after 20 minutes trailed by just three points (0-5 to 0-2).
However a CBS goal on 23 minutes put daylight between the sides and they went in at the break leading by six (1-7 to 0-4).
The Tralee lads kept Patrician at bay in the second half and when they got a second goal with ten minutes to go they sealed their place in the decider, pulling away for a 2-12 to 0-7 win.
Congratulations to both Tralee teams and best of luck in the final.
KERRY County Council has announced the Festival and Participative Events Programme for Kerry for 2024.
The announcement comes after Fáilte Ireland recently approved an allocation of €75,250 to Kerry County Council under the Festival and Participative Events Programme for this year.
The Programme aims to support festivals and participate events that will drive domestic tourism and help to improve the visitor experience in Kerry.
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To be considered for funding under this programme:
• Festivals must generate a minimum of 500 bed nights for visitors or tourists in paid accommodation.
• Participative events must generate a minimum of 800 bed nights for visitors or tourists in paid accommodation.
• Festivals and participative events must have a minimum project expenditure of €10,000.
The Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Jim Finucane, encouraged festivals in Kerry to apply for the funding describing the programme as an important revenue stream for such events which are an integral part of the Kerry tourism offering each year.
The application forms as well as the guidelines for the programme are now available on the Kerry County Council website. Applications must be received on or before 16 February 2024.
A LOCAL cafe is hosting a coffee morning fundraiser next week to help young Kerry siblings battling a serious illness.
On Wednesday, February 7, from 10am to 12 noon, the event will be held to support Alannah and Adam Foley, from Killorglin, two young warriors bravely facing Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and their father, Andrew Foley, a former chef from Yummy Cafe.
100% of every purchase of coffee, cake, and tea during the event will directly contribute to the Foley family’s ongoing costs. The siblings are currently undergoing treatment for NF1, a condition that requires continuous care.
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Emer Tobin of Yummy Cafe, expressed her gratitude for the support: “We are deeply touched by the businesses around Tralee that have already donated spot prizes to the coffee morning and for coming together to help Andrew and his family. We know your support means the world to them and will help cover their expenses and support Alannah and Adam’s ongoing treatment.”
In addition to the warm atmosphere and delicious treats, the event will feature live music and fantastic spot prizes, all adding an element of fun and excitement to the day.
For those unable to attend the Coffee Morning Fundraiser, but are still eager to contribute, donations can be made directly to Andrew Foley’s 4Peaks Challenge through the GoFundMe page: https://gofund.me/d6510b00 where he is embarking on the challenge to scale the highest peaks in each of Ireland’s four provinces along with TJ O’Connor from MTUKerry and Padraig McGillicuddy from Ballygarry Estate.
THERE were 355 patients waiting on trolleys in University Hospital Kerry during the month of January.
This was a decrease of 56 on the same month in 2023. Nationally, over 12,132 patients, including 278 children went without a hospital bed this January according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.
Speaking about the national figures, INMO General Secretary Phil Ní Sheaghdha said: “Another January has passed with hospital overcrowding remaining a serious problem in Irish hospitals. There were only three instances this month where less than 500 people were waiting on trolleys, chairs or other inappropriate bed spaces.
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“Hundreds of people are sick enough to be admitted to hospital each day but there is no bed for them. Some of the care environments are totally inappropriate, in some instances the care is provided on chairs.
“It is clear that capacity in the health system isn’t sufficient. We have not seen a significant drop in the number of patients on trolleys. We need more beds and we need more patient-facing staff. The HSE must agree a realistic workforce plan which provides for sufficient nurses and midwives to be employed to provide safe care and plan for more beds to open.
“Patient safety is of the utmost importance to our members, they want to be in a position to provide safe and timely care. It is the view of INMO members that hospital overcrowding has not improved. On each hospital site the occupancy rate is above 83% which means that the provision of safe care is compromised.”
THERE’S just one day to go until a fabulous fashion event, led by two of Kerry’s most renowned fashion designers, which will kick off St Brigid’s Day celebrations.
Being billed as the fashion highlight of 2024 in Kerry, Don O’Neill and Colin Horgan will take centre stage at Killarney’s INEC Arena for Recovery Haven Kerry’s Designer Fashion Showcase this Thursday evening.
Colin Horgan will be the star attraction of the event, showcasing a number of pieces from his expansive collection, while beloved Ballyheigue designer Don O’Neill – the charity’s newly appointed Patron – will showcase a select few pieces from his fashion archive.
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The event will be MC’d by RTE broadcaster, Mary Kennedy, who will also facilitate an exclusive Q&A session with both designers, while event producer, Norma O’Donoghue, has also secured some of the country’s top designers and local boutiques to feature, including Catriona Hanley, Marion Murphy Cooney, Tina Griffin, Frances Fogarty, Cathy Troth, Carol Kennelly, MacBees, Scarlet, the Strand House and Jasmine.
Renowned social media influencer Helen Murphy, aka daily_divadiary, will be a special guest and has been given the unenviable task of choosing the best dressed lady – with a fantastic prize package worth hundreds of euro up for grabs for the winner.
Kicking off with a Prosecco and wine reception at 7pm, other highlights will include special guest entertainment from the stunning O’Neill sisters; a bumper raffle and an after-party at the Gleneagle’s Backstage Bar.
And for those wishing to attend as a group, a selection of group discount offers are available, by contacting Recovery Haven directly.
Management at The Gleneagle Hotel, meanwhile, are offering a discounted overnight package for the event, priced at €125 per room B&B (quote Recovery Haven).
.Aidan O’Mahony is urging people to walk the Camino de Santiago with him this September 2024. Photo: Pauline Dennigan
FIVE-TIME All Ireland winning Kerry footballer and CRY Ireland ambassador, Aidan O’Mahony, is gearing up for the iconic Camino de Santigo this autumn and he’s looking for people to join him.
This venture is more than just a personal challenge for Aidan; it’s a heartfelt initiative to raise crucial funds for Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY Ireland).
Joining Aidan on the trip, which begins on September 6, is CRY Trustee Liam Herlihy. In 2011, Liam sadly lost his daughter Niamh as a result of Sudden Cardiac Death at just 21 years old.
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Ever since, Liam and his family are screened regularly at the CRY Centre and work tirelessly to raise funds to support the charity. Aidan and Liam are asking people to join them this September and help raise funds for CRY.
Speaking at the launch of the Camino For CRY initiative, Aidan O’Mahony said: “The Camino trip provides an avenue to escape and detach from reality. It serves as a space to commune with nature while simultaneously delving into an adventure of self-discovery and focusing on personal well-being. The journey becomes even more meaningful as it contributes to raising funds for CRY Ireland.”
Aidan added: “Leading the team on two previous occasions in 2019 and 2022, I witnessed the start of lifelong friendships and was profoundly touched by the stories shared by those impacted by Sudden Cardiac Death, highlighting the invaluable support provided by CRY. I am excited to participate yet again this year and extend an invitation for others to join me on this meaningful endeavour.”
For more information or to register interest, please visit www.cry.ie
CRY Ireland provides assistance to individuals and families impacted by Sudden Cardiac Death (SCD) and those living with inherited cardiac conditions. Support is extended through their family support programme.
CRY also offers a freephone helpline, which provides a compassionate listening ear to those affected by these cardiac issues across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
UNDER 7: We expect another exciting U7 session in the Mounthawk School Hall next Sunday. More skills, more fun and more games!! Come along again next Sunday (4th), boys…all welcome! New boys….like to join? Mercy Mounthawk is the venue and the starting time is 10.00am. Come along if you were you born in 2017, 2018, 2019 or 2020. All queries, re times/training/coaching/etc, to Richie on 089 2470791.
FAOI 9: If you were born in 2015/2016, come along to The Rock Club and to be part of the U9 football brigade. These good footballers are now really settled into their season. Our indoor training/coaching will be held again in the Mounthawk Secondary School Hall at I1.00am on Sunday next (4th). New players welcome; beidh fáilte roimh gach éinne. Call Richie on 089 2470791 for answers to any questions that you may have.
UNDER 11s ON THE ASTRO: The U11 boys (born in 2013/2014) are again being called to action! Date/venue: Sunday next (4th) on the Astro Turf pitch at The Green CBS Secondary School (off Bóthar Mhic an Earraigh). Be there and ready, boys, for an 11.00am throw in. All youngsters welcome agus tabhair cara nó dhó leat!! Má tá ceist ar bith agat….cuir glaoch ar Richie ar 089 2470791.
UNDER 13s in THE GREEN: Our under 13 boys worked hard again at last week’s session and had a very enjoyable workout. They’ll be back playing again on Friday evening next (2ndFebruary) at The Green School. Jack Ó Muireagáin and his fellow coaches will lead the way! Next Friday again, boys! More of the same! Mentors: Wayne Quillinan, Micko Horan, Breandán Mac Gabhann, Jonathan Magnier, Gearóid Ó Tíocháin, Richard Long, Steven Conway. (Micko Horan)
UNDER 15s IN THE GYM: Our Under 15 boys, those born in 2009 or in 2010, will continue their preseason groundwork this Friday (2nd) in the club gym i bPáirc Uí Chonghaile. This will be the fourth U15 session of ‘24. Good luck to everybody….gach ádh ar gach duine! Bainisteoirí na n-imreoirí Faoi 15: Pa Laide, Ger Hobbert, Dan Ahern, Tim McMahon, Dónal Corcoran, Ciarán Murphy, Shane Lucid. (Dan Ahern)
MINOR FOOTBALL: The Keane’s SuperValu Minor County League will commence on 17thFebruary. Here following are the league fixtures: (i) Division 1A teams…Na Stacaigh, An Léigiún, An Ghaeltacht, Lios Tuathail, An Ráth Mhór, An Spá.
(ii) Division 8…Na Stacaigh B, Neidín B, An Léigiún B, Cill Choimín B, Lios Tuathail B. The Rock U17s will be under the direction of Theo Ó Duigín, Frankie Murphy, Liam Lynch, Ronan Kavanagh, David Courtney and Morgan O’Connell. Good luck, boys and men!
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: The Tralee District finals of Scór na bPáistí will take place this month. The county final will take place on March 23rd.
THE GREEN – Peil: (i) The Green Under 19 boys performed to their best v Mallow’s Patrician Academy in the Munster semi-final of the TUS Corn Uí Mhuirí competition this week (31st) in Fitzgerald Statium. What a great effort the Tralee boys made! The Rock boys on the panel:Thomas Deregee, Fionnán Ryan, Ronan Carroll, Olivier Lata, Donncha Horgan, Aodhán Horgan, Ryan O’Driscoll, Seán Óg Ó Brosnacháin.
(ii) Best wishes to The Green Under 17 footballers their upcoming challenge in the Frewen Cup competition v Patrician Academy, Mallow. If the Tralee boys win they’ll expect to be challenging Midleton CBS or Coláiste Naomh Flannán na hInse. The Rock boys on the panel: Olivier Lata, Fionnán Ryan, Ronan Carroll, Aodhán Horgan and Ryan O’Driscoll. An Fhaiche Abú!
MOUNTHAWK – Peil: (i) ‘Well done’ to the Mercy Mounthawk Under 19 footballers who gave their all in the Munster semi-final of the TUS Corn Uí Mhuirí competition. They played their old rivals,The Sem (Coláiste Bhréanainn), on Wednesday (31st) i bPáirc AdeS. A great crowd of enthusiastic supporters attended and exciting football was played! ‘Well done’ to The Rock boys….Michael Tansley, James Fisher, Jack Murphy, Ben Murphy, Pádraig O’Halloran, Daniel Ó Ciarba, Paddy Lane, Noah Townsend….and to their team-mates.
(ii) The Mercy Mounthawk U17 footballers are eagerly looking forward to their upcoming Munster U17 challenge. May success be theirs! Our lads on the panel: Ben Litchfield, Harry Murphy, Ben Murphy, Alex Touhy, Cormac Bastible, Eoin Murphy, Liam Sweeney-O’Connor, Jack Shanahan, Jack Ó Duigín. Mercy Mounthawk Abú!
AN GAELCHOLÁISTE: (i) Iománaíocht: Bhí mí-ádh mór ar iománaithe an Ghaelcholáiste i mBántír ar an Déardaoin i gCraobh na Mumhan de chomórtas Chorn Liam Uí Chinnéide. Unfortunately, the gaiscígh shinsearacha were unable to get over the line on the astro turf against a fine Gaelcholáiste Luimnigh opposition. Ní hé sin le rá nach raibh eachtra iontach nó dhó le feiceáil sa chluiche ó Rory Ó Loinsigh, Luke agus Gavin Ó Cathasaigh agus a gcairde, chomh maith le scóranna iontach ó Darren Ó Briain, cúl den ard-scoth ó Gavin Ó Caoimh, sár-thaispeántas ó Dan Ó Maoldomhnaigh, agus cúpla ruathar iontach ó Luke Ó Cathasaigh. Tá foireann láidir fós ann don bhliain seo chugann agus, le cúnamh Dé, beidh a bhfeachtas faoi stiúir an Mháistir Uí Mhurchú i 2024/25 agus beidh sé chomh rathúil céanna is a bhí cluichí na bliana seo! Anois, áfach, ní féidir ach sár-iarrachtaí ár n-iománaithe a mholadh go hard spéire is a rá go mbeidh lá eile ag an bPaorach! ‘Well done’ to the gaelscoil’s hurlers who performed heroically but were unlucky in their Munster U19 E Hurling Final (Corn Liam Uí Chinnéide).
(ii) Peil: Tá Sciath Uí Mhuimhneacháin ar bhord na dtrófaithe sa ghaelscoil don bhliain seo agus tá ardú meanma fachta ag na daltaí dá bharr!
(iii) Peil Faoi 17: Gaelcholáiste are scheduled to play Douglas Community School next week in the Bobby Buckley Cup competition. (Dáithí Ó Loinsigh)
THE ROCK WALKERS: Tuesday at the clubhouse….7.30pm is starting time for the ‘Every Step Counts’ walking group. Bí linn! Route: club, Connolly Park, Monavalley, Bóthar ‘Bracker’, Cnoc an tSeabhaic, An Bealach Glas (Greenway), clubhouse. Health of body, health of mind….sláinte aigne, sláinte choirp.
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to the supporters and to the sellers of the club lotto tickets and especially to the following businesses: (i) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop (PC Books), Rock Street, (ii) O’Flynn Interiors, Rock Street, (iii) Hussey’s Deli and Newsagency, Cé an Phrionsa, (iv) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (v) An Bhróg (Ó Ciarba), Rock Street, (vi) Siopa Chaoimhín de Barra, Siopa Grósaera na Carraige.
MEMBERSHIP: It’s time to renew club membership. Membership can be renewed onwww.austinstacks.ie or on www.foireann.com or per Bernie on 086 0767415.
CLUB GEAR: Club colours: have a look at what’s on offer on www.oneills.com
RECYCLING: The Austin Stack Club Ladies (LGFA) Clothing Recycling Fundraiser will take placein the clubrooms on Saturday February 17th from 11.59am to 3.00pm. Only clothing items, footwear, handbags and belts that are suitable for re-sale will be accepted (no…no household linens, bed linen, duvets or pillows). Your support would be appreciated….mórbhuíochas….ba mhó againn bhur dtacaíocht.
SPORTS’ NEWS: Sport’s news on our televisions (RTÉ tv) on Saturday night last showed a few fine snippets from our Division 1 football games, including the Kerry/Derry game. Interestingly, no snippets from our Division 2 games were shown (Tipp, Longford, Carlow, etc) and yet snippets from Division 2 club games (i gcód eile) in GB were shown (as well as Division 1 matches)! Could one question the logic of such broadcasting? Should that time on air not be given to Gaelic football teams (or other Irish sports) in Ireland. If time-on-air was a problem, why ‘cut’ Irish athletes? Should we, the GAA, ask questions on the matter?
KERRY: Sympathies to our county seniors who were pipped by Doire Cholmcille. ‘Well done’ to Joseph Ó Conchúir and Dylan Ó Cathasaigh (what a great goal he scored!) who performed excellently. Go n-éirí go geal leo v Muimhneachán.
A KERRY man was at National Lottery Headquarters today to collect his €1m winnings after officially becoming the very first National Lottery millionaire in the Daily Million draw on Tuesday, January 23.
The delighted Kerry player who won the life-changing prize with a ticket he purchased online told of his shock when he received an email to tell him that he had won the €1 million prize.
He said: “It was Tuesday night, so I actually played a EuroMillions ticket online. At around half eight that night, I received an email from the lottery to tell me that I’d won €4 in the EuroMillions draw.”
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“It was sitting there in the account so I thought I might as well buy a ticket for the Daily Million draw on the same night. Shortly after that draw at 9pm, I got another email from the Lottery but this time there was something different about it.
“It didn’t tell me how much I’d won but it told me that I’d won big. I logged into my account, half expecting to see I’d won another €4, and I could never have prepared myself for the fright that I got when I seen that there was a €1 million prize on my ticket. It was such an incredible feeling.”
“I’ve managed to get over the initial shock of becoming a millionaire and of course I’ve also had to convince my family that this really happened! We will take some time out before we decide what to do with the money, but we’ll be sensible. We want to pay off our mortgage and some bills first but after that, we’ll focus on looking after family members as much as we can,” he said.
The 2024 Subbuteo season is blooming into life as the events are starting to come thick and fast in what is a World Cup year.
We had our own club meeting on the 22 January at The Klub at Strand St.,Tralee. For the first time we had 6 players and 3 boards which helped the fixtures flow quicker. It was no surprise as our Italian Mario took the glory in top spot from Dave in second.
One of our members William made the trip up to Donegal for round 1 of the Irish Circuit.The Cork man performed very well as he took 4 points from what was a very tough group.
He bowed out of the Plate comp to eventual winner Oisin Mor of Derry. The top honour went to Mark Farrell from Dublin who saw off Barry Spence in the final.
Other forthcoming events in the Irish Subbuteo World are the World Cup qualifiers on 17 Feb in Dublin followed by round 2 of the circuit in Ballymena on March 23 with round 3 coming to Tralee and Strand St on April 20.
Finally the big one! The World Cup takes place in Tunbridge Wells in England on the last weekend in September.
As a club we meet every 3 weeks at The Klub. Flick-off is 7:30 pm. The next meeting is on 12 Feb. Finally we are always pleased to welcome any new members who are welcome to join in. Contact us at traleesubbuteo@yahoo.com
.Tom Bourke, Castleisland, Winner of CPC.ie Kerry Div 1 Mens Singles Championship. Photo by Thomas Bradley
Kerry Division 1,3 & 5 Singles Championship
The first Kerry County Championship competition took place on Friday last in Tralee Sports and Leisure Centre. It was the divisions 1,3&5 County championships. It was great to see such a good entry and such interest in the competition.
There was a great entry in each of the separate divisions and it was a special night in Division 1 as Tom Bourke won his 14th division 1 title while Edel Kenny won her 12th. Amazing accolades to have!
Edel Kenny, Castleisland Winner of CPC.ie Kerry Div 1 Ladies Singles Championship. Photo by Thomas Bradley
The Division 5 mens final was an all Killarney affair in which Evan Lemass beat Biprojit Ghosh in a very tightly contested game which ended 21.19, 21.19 in Evans favour.
Evan Lemass, Killarney Winner of CPC.ie Kerry Div 5 Mens Singles Championship. Photo by Thomas Bradley
Lots of younger players playing here and it was great to see them all enjoy their badminton and play some brilliant games at the same time.
Sinead McElligott, Listowel, Winner of CPC.ie Kerry Div 5 Ladies Singles Championship. Photo by Thomas Bradley
In the Division 5 ladies, Sinead McElligott beat her club mate Maggie Li in another good game after some very close games in the run up to the final.
The Division 3 mens competition was very competitive on the night with several of the games going down to tight margins and 3 sets.
Oscar McElligott, Listowel, Winner of CPC.ie Kerry Div 3 Mens Singles Championship. Photo by Thomas Bradley
Oscar McElligott of Listowel came out on top after very close games in both the semi final against Paudie Curtain which went to 3 sets after Paudie took the second one.
On the other side, Alvin Rahman from Killarney made it to the final after dispatching of several competitors in closely contested encounters. Oscar took the final in a very high quality game on a scoreline of 21.17,21.10.
In the Division 3 ladies competition, Bridget McCarthy was going for her 3rd title in a row. Another closely contested competition where Bridget made it to the final after 2 very good games in the run up.
On the other side of the draw, Adele O’Brien (Killarney) made her way to the final after a tough semifinal against Jessica O’Loughlin (Kingdom). The final was a repeat of last year where Adele and Bridget faced off once again. In the end, Adele ran out winner on a scoreline of 21.14, 21.9.
On the night, the big celebrations were in the division 1 title races. As Tom Bourke went on the hunt for his 14th division 1 singles title and Edel Kenny went looking for her 12th and both were successful in their search.
Adele O’Brien, Killarney, Winner of CPC.ie Kerry Div 3 Ladies Singles Championship. Photo by Thomas Bradley
In the mens final, Fergal Hannon pushed Tom Bourke all the way with the second and deciding set finishing 23.21. In the ladies final, Deina Vesko made Edel work hard for her title with a very close second set which Edel won out 21.18 in the end.
Next weekend is the turn of the Division 2 and 4 singles on Friday night February 2nd once again in Tralee Sports and Leisure Centre. Best of luck to all players on the night and don’t forget to come out and support your fellow badminton players!
Alan Cantwell reports on the Mens U20 National League – Round 4 game in Cork on Sunday…
Tralee Warriors 103
Neptune 83
The Garveys Tralee Warriors U20 squad.
TRALEE Warriors overcame a determined challenge to secure a 103-83 win over Neptune at the Tralee Sports Complex on Sunday evening.
The win makes it three wins from four for the defending champions and sets up a Group 1 decider against the unbeaten Ballincollig at the MTU Arena in Cork on 17th February.
The Warriors made a bright start with Eddie Sheehy and Eoin Creedon opening their respective accounts but Neptune replied and led 11-6 after Dylan O’Rourke and Ciaran Duffy fired down three pointers either side of scores from Martin Khidiri and Emmet Fitzgerald.
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Warriors took control of the exchanges with Josh Osayanrhion and Brian O’Leary combining from inside and outside to give the hosts take back the lead.
An exchange of major scores late on from Sheehy and Duffy saw the Warriors take a 23-17 advantage into the second quarter.
The Warriors lit up in the second after Khidiri and Fitzgerald added for Neptune to blitz the Leesiders with a catalogue of scores that built a potentially game-winning lead.
Evan Boyle fired down a trademark three and Olaf Michalczuk followed suit either side of baskets from Creedon with two, Osayanrhion with three and Eddie Sheehy and with three minutes to half time the Warriors led 46-21.
Khidiri stopped the rot with a basket for the visitors and Duffy hit his third three but Michalczuk was again in range from distance and two from Sheehy and Donal O’Sullivan’s first of the night kept the Warriors run going.
David Bongcayao knocked down a three to edge Neptune closer but Michalczuk had the last word with a mid range effort to give the Warriors a 57-35 lead at half time.
Neptune needed a fast start to the second half but it was Warriors through Sheehy with a three that sparked another scoring blitz and by the time he hit his second major of the quarter the hosts led by 28.
Michalczuk and Osayanrhion continued to torment the Neptune rearguard as they pushed the lead out to 75-47.
To their credit Neptune rallied and halved the lead by the end of the quarter. Dylan O’Rourke added a nine point volley and a double from Duffy and another good score from Khidiri saw the sides to the final short break with the Warriors lead cut to 77-62.
Like the first quarter Eoin Creedon and Eddie Sheehy added the first two scores for the Warriors but Neptune’s resurgence continued with Khidiri with one combining with O’Rourke with a quick fire seven points and when Aodhan Cooke added his first of the night the Warriors advantage was down to 82-73.
However the Warriors regrouped and launched another salvo to push the lead back out to the comfort zone with Eddie Sheehy and Eoin Creedon laying up and Olaf Michalczuk hitting a belter from well beyond the arc.
Neptune fought right the way to the final buzzer and Khidiri and O’Rourke continued to find the Warriors basket but it was too little too late because at the other end the outstanding Sheehy and the dynamic Creedon found gaps in the paint to drive to the board for the scores that sealed the deal at 103-83.
The win sets up a showdown with Ballincollig at 1.00pm on Saturday 17th February as part of a double header with the Super League Warriors who take on Irish Guide Dogs Ballincollig at 4.00pm.
Scorers:
Tralee Warriors: Eddie Sheehy 30, Olaf Michalczuk 24, Josh Osayanrhion 17
Neptune: Martin Khidiri 29, Dylan O’Rourke 26, Ciaran Duffy 13
TRALEE will be one of five locations nationwide to host events to help inspire and encourage more outdoor performances.
This is part of the Planning for Outdoor Performances (POP) initiative, which has been developed by local authority arts offices to help encourage the outdoor arts scene.
It promotes collaboration and helps artists, event planners, local festivals and community organisers bring captivating outdoor performances to cities and towns across the country.
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The Island of Geese is the location for the Youth Mental Health Awareness Day on March 2, facilitated by Kerry County Arts Office and local partners such as Munster Technological University.
This event will have a strong youth focus on highlighting the power of art and creativity to improve health and wellbeing with a mixture of performances and workshops engaging people throughout the day.
The event will include live music & performances by local bands and musicians plus workshops on funambulism and circus skills, printmaking and instrument workshops.
It will offer the opportunity for young people to try various artforms throughout the day while enjoying entertainment by local Kerry artists. More information will be released about the event closer to the date.
TRALEE has been ranked 22nd in the list of towns for a perfect work-life balance in a new study.
Switcher.ie — the free, impartial price comparison and switching service for energy, telecoms and personal finances — carried out the study after the Work-Life Balance Act 2023 was introduced by the government last year.
The study is based on data like access to local amenities, primary schools, major supermarkets and leisure centres, services like broadband speed and mobile coverage, proximity to green spaces and transport routes, plus house prices and crime rates.
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Tralee has been ranked 22nd in the list of 50 towns for a perfect work-life balance while Killarney was ranked 23rd. Killarney was also the fifth best town for health and well-being, with above average national parks and gardens.
The study showed the following information for Tralee…
• Average house price: €242,805
• Major supermarkets per 1000: 0.12
• Leisure centres per 1000: 0.23
• Primary schools per 1000: 0.42
• National & public parks per 1000: 0.23
• Crime rate per 1000: 78.49
• Average broadband speed: 162 Mbps
• Average distance to major routes: 7.90 Km
Castlebar in Mayo was ranked 1st in the study followed by Ballina, Longford, Wexford and Carlow in the top 5. For the full results, click here.
GARDAI in Tralee are appealing to the public for any information regarding a burglary in town over the weekend.
The incident occurred on Saturday, January 27, between 1am and 2am, at a home at Pine Court, Ashleigh Downs.
The homeowner woke to find the bedroom door ajar which they had closed before going to bed. The homeowner then discovered the bathroom light on and signs of entry from the bathroom window on the ground floor.
There was some cash taken from the house. If anyone saw anything suspicious in or around the estate that night they are asked to contact Tralee Garda Station on 066-7102300.
Lotto results: Lotto Tue 23rd January 2024. Numbers drawn were 2, 5, 18, 20. No winner. Lucky dip winners of €20 were Moira Godley, Paul Daly, Kieran O’Donovan, Mary & Eileen O’Shea, Marie Burke. Our next draw will be tomorrow night and the jackpot will be €1,100. Why not try your luck in our lotto. The links is as follows:https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Na%20Gaeil%20CLG/lotto
RIP: Our sincere sympathy to Mickey Griffin and his family on the death recently of his father James Griffin, Ballydavid. May he rest in peace.
Return of underage training 2024: Yesterday our u5s had their first training session of 2024. Great to see newbies and some old faces mix for a very happy session. Many thanks to our coaches and parents. Our U7’s group also returned to training yesterday in Tralee Sports Complex.
The boys and girls didn’t hang around and were quickly practicing their solo runs, crouch lifts, handpassing and finished with a fun game. Contact details for the age groups are as follows: U5’s – Denis Sugrue (087) 2808719. U7’s – Shane Moriarty (086) 8380434. Our U9’s also returned yesterday indoors in Tralee Sports Complex. Contact person for the u9s is Bryan O’Mahony 087 9585331. New members are always welcome and can contact the relevant team coach above.
Girls Training: Na Gaeil Ladies juvenile (u8/u10/u12) training will begin next Sunday February 4th in MTU Sports Academy Hall from 10am to 11am. Our u14 and u16 girls started back in the gym yesterday. New members are always welcome. For more information contact Eddie on 087-6791460.
Scór: We’re looking for teenagers – u/14 to u/17 – to represent the club in a Scór drama. It’s a very short piece, only 10 mins long, and you don’t need any previous experience to take part. Contact Margaret at 086 0855008 for further information.
Bingo: Na Gaeil Bingo tonight at 8pm sharp. Our Continued Special Offer on our Mini Accumulater Jackpot House is €320 in 52 calls. We also have a Raffle and Split the Bucket at half time. Bus available on (087)2817577. Over 18s only. Hope to see you all there for an excellent night out.
Volunteers: The club are looking for people to help out at bingo on Monday nights. If you can spare 2 hours every 5 or 6 weeks then Niamh (087-9863667) would be delighted to have you on board.
Kerry (Ladies) National League: Well done to the Kerry Ladies who defeated Waterford in Round 2 of the Lidl National League Division 1 in Fitzgerald Stadium yesterday. All 4 of the Na Gaeil players (Deirdre Kearney, Eilís O’Connor, Jaydn Lucey & Bríd O’Connor) played their part in the success. Round 3 will see them host Cork on Monday 5th February at 3pm in Austin Stack Park.
Kerry (Men) National League: Hard luck to the Kerry team who just lost out by a point to Derry last Saturday night in Round 1 of the National League Division 1 in Austin Stack Park. They will be away to Monaghan next Sunday at 1pm in Clones.
School’s Hurling: Commiserations to the Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí u19 hurlers who had a great battle with Gaelcholáiste Luimnigh last Thursday in the final of the Liam Ó Cinnéide Cup before eventually losing by 8 points. There are multiple Na Gaeil players involved with GCC.
Tralee/St. Brendan’s Board Senior League: Na Gaeil are in Group B and their fixtures are as follows: 11/2/24: Churchill v Na Gaeil. 18/2/24 Na Gaeil v Austin Stacks. 25/2/24: Ballymac v Na Gaeil.
Minor Co. League: Our u17 boys team will play in Division 3A of the County League alongside Glenflesk, Churchill, Milltown/Castlemaine, St. Senans & Kilcummin. Round 1 is fixed for February 17th but as of yet no fixtures are available.
Tesco Blue Tokens: We are delighted to have been chosen as a beneficiary for Tesco’s Community Fund. If you, or anyone you know, is shopping in Tesco over the next 2-3 weeks please support Bord na n-Óg with blue tokens available at the tills on payment of groceries. Thanks.
Sponsorship Opportunity: If you have a business and would like to promote it with Na Gaeil we have various sponsorship packages available to suit all budgets. Enquiries to Donal (087-2577729) or Terry (086-8293261) or Colm (087-9080465) or Mike (086-2440158) or any member of the club Executive.
Big Screen: All National Football league and championship games will be shown live on the big screen in the bar throughout the season.
Club History: During the year Michael Golden spent many hours putting together a list of notable club results and other information about the club since its foundation in 1978. This can now be found on our website (www.nagaeil.ie). Click on “Club News” then “Weekly notes” and select ”Old results by Michael Golden”.
Kerry (Men) Munster Senior Championship 2024: Semi-final v Cork or Limerick on 20th April 2024.
Kerry (Men) Munster Minor Championship 2024: Quarter-final v Cork on 30th April 2024 at a Kerry venue.
Hire the Hall: The hall in the clubhouse is available for parties or other events. Please emailnagaeilclubhouse@gmail.com if you’d like to make a booking.
Na Gaeil cycle club: Cycle each Saturday at 9.30am from Na Gaeil club. Everyone is welcome to come for a nice friendly cycle.
Cards: The weekly 45 card game is held every Wednesday night starting at 9pm. Everyone is welcome.
Notes: If you’d like anything included in the club’s weekly notes please send it to me at pro.nagaeil.kerry@gaa.ie before 9am on Monday and I’ll do my best to include it.
There was no winner of our club Lotto Jackpot of €5700 on Saturday night last the numbers drawn were 01,23,28 & 30. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:
1. Christy Hallinan Rock St
2. Dara Murphy Derrymore East
3. Martin Flynn Lohercannon
4. Eamonn & Mikey c/o Mono
5. Sinead Summers c/o Betty’s Bar
Next week’s Lotto will have a Jackpot of €5800 and the draw will take place on Sunday Night 04/02/2024 at 9pm in Keane’s of Curraheen club Lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com online at https://www.locallotto.ie/play.asp?LL_ID=1328&PC=0 from any club officer, or at the following outlets:
O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville
Poff Motors Dingle Road
Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor
Noyeks Mile Height
Byrnesworth
Skelper Quanes
Keane’s Of Curraheen
Betty’s Bar
The Rock Inn
Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday night.
Juvenile Academy
We’re Back, St Pats Football Academy will take place very Sunday morning in Kerry Sports Academy, MTU North Campus V92HD4V. Starting Sunday February 18th from 11am-12pm. Open to all boys and girls from Under 5 to Under 13. Contact Michael for further information on 086-3855428. Come along any Sunday, All New Members welcome!
Ireland Lights Up/Irish Life Every Step Counts
It is that Time of Year Again to Join St Pats Healthy Club Walking Challenges!
Come and join the Ireland Lights Up walk, we began on Tuesday evening the 9th of January at 6.30pm sharp from the clubhouse. Due to the weather warning which was in place last week our walk did not go ahead, we encouraged our walkers to do their own 5K in their own time during the week in better conditions. We have reached the halfway point of our 8 weeks. As of Monday Morning, we have walked a total 8,671 KM and in 21st in 250 clubs. Free and Suitable for all, buggies welcome. High vis essential. Still time to join us!
Get Competitive with Yourself and The Community in The Irish Life Steps Challenge, help St Pats GAA clock up the steps on the leaderboard and be in with a chance to win €30K in cash prizes!
Round up your friends and community to join in! To take part download the MyLife app join the Munster step challenge group and help St Pats Blennerville move up the leaderboard.
50 Years of Memories
Thank you to all who have given old photos about our club for 50 years of memories if you have any items that you would still like to share with us, we would greatly appreciate anything of interest. Any enquiries/items can be emailed to pro.stpatricksblennerville.kerry@gaa.ie or for collection of items Sharon 0879712665
Please note that the 1st of February 2024 is the final date we will be accepting items. Thank You in Advance again.
Best of Luck
To Kerry who take on Monaghan in Division 1 Round 2 of Allianz Football League at Clones at 1pm on Sunday 4th of February.
To Kerry Hurlers who play Carlow in Round 1 of Allianz Hurling League Group D2A at 1pm on Sunday 4th of February in Austin Stacks Park.
To Tralee CBS The Green who take on Patrician Academy Mallow in the other TUS Corn Uí Mhuirí on Wednesday 31st of January at noon and also to Liam O’Sullivan who is the coach.
To Mercy Mounthawk who take on St Brendan’s Killarney in TUS Corn Uí Mhuirí Semi Final on Wednesday 31st of January at 2.30pm and also to Luke Mulligan who is one of the coaches.
To Kerry Ladies who play against Cork in their Round 3 Lidl Ladies National Football League on Monday 5th of February at 3pm in Austin Stacks Park. TV Coverage begins at 2.45pm on TG4.
Congratulations
To Kerry Ladies who defeated Waterford in Round 2 of the Lidl Ladies National Football League at the weekend.
Sympathy
The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Kathleen O’Shea St John’s Park, Paddy (Pat) McMahon Monaghan & Tralee, Patrick Ross Ballyduff & Causeway and Joan Cronin Camp & Dublin.
Though still in January it certainly has been a very busy and hectic week of activity here in Strand Road.
Over the past week, various groups of people have been working tirelessly to ensure the smooth running of our 10k and 5k fun run, others have been fully immersed in the Last Man Standing fundraiser whilst our new chairman ( Oliver Molloy) and his committee have been meeting to plan for the year ahead, both on an off the pitch.
Setting off on the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean
10k run:
The ever popular 10K & 5k fun run took place on Sunday and despite the inclement weather there was a very strong turnout with in excess of 300 people participating.
To host such an event takes a lot of planning, organization and hard work and we are indebted to the likes of Frank O’Connor ( Tiler), Caitriona O’Sullivan and Tony Corridon for their efforts in ensuring the race runs as smoothly as possible.
The race is now a permanent fixture on the calendar for 10k runners with people coming from Limerick, Tipperary and Cork to take part.
Kerry Cancer Support Services were a worthy beneficiary this year.
For the record, Oisin Spillane was the first man home with Margaret Foley being the first woman to pass the line.
Team prizes went to the mens team of Diomac and the womens compilation from Gneegeguilla.
Last Man Standing:
The LMS fundraiser closed on Saturday afternoon in advance of the opening rounds of the national league and once again it has proven to be a major success.
The initiative, driven by our former bainisteoir John O’Connor and supported by the Finance and Development committee, raised a significant sum to cover the senior team’s costs for the coming year and it was great to see the passion and commitment of the team as they sold cards for the past two weeks.
The losses incurred by both Kerry & Dublin on Saturday evening mean many participants fell at the first hurdle but many more will be still standing as we head to week 2 next week.
Our thanks to Tom Hoare for his technological expertise in collating the entries – weekly updates will be available on our Facebook pages as the weeks progress.
Lotto:
The lotto jackpot is now €10,700 with great interest weekly in this massive prize. We have to go back to the summer of ‘22 for the last winner and despite many match 3s, a winning ticket remains elusive.
Remember, every ticket purchased not only gives you a chance to win but also supports our club’s activities and initiatives. We thank you for your continued support and participation.
Tickets available at the Klub, Betty’s Bar, Rock St PO and Jimmy’s – we have seen a huge surge in our online entries with participants able to play from the comfort of their own home – you can play too by logging on the following link:
Most of our age groups are now back training for 2024. We would encourage girls who aren’t playing football to come and join us. While playing football you will meet more friends, learn new skills and are active while also having fun. New players are always very welcome!
If you would like to join you can contact Shirley on ( 086) 8713552.
U12 GIRLS
There will be no gradings for this age group as U12 football is non competitive.
As soon as we have more details on when Go Games will commence we will inform everyone.
We’re looking forward to seeing everyone back in action soon and enjoying their football.
Last year’s U12s will have a get together on Tuesday, January 30th. Details have been sent to all.
U14 GIRLS
Welcome to Eve, Malwina and Sofia from all in Kerins O’ Rahillys. We are delighted to have you join us!
There was a great atmosphere last Saturday again for the second training session of the year.Training continues at the same time next week.
There will be no NCP county league this year. The county league will be the first competition for this age group. Once confirmed the girls and their parents will be informed about the fixtures.
U16 GIRLS
A great turnout again for U16 training.
As soon as fixtures are confirmed we will let everyone know
As with the other age groups we are awaiting gradings.
MINORS
Management is looking forward to welcoming back these ladies over the coming weeks. Their first competition we’re hoping is in April.
SENIOR LADIES
We’re delighted to have Cliodhna Hayes with us again. We also welcome Jessica, Laura, Lily May, Orlaith and Shannon.
Messages will be sent about training during the week.
REGISTRATION
LGFA registration will expire on March 31st.
Our ladies registrar will be in contact shortly about it.
KERRY LADIES
Well done to the senior ladies and management last Sunday on their win over Waterford in the Lidl Ladies National Football League .
Our teams are looking forward to round 3 v Cork in Austin Stack Park at 3pm. on Bank Holiday Monday, February 5th.
A link will be sent to all age groups so that you can purchase tickets.
CONDOLENCES
Our condolences to the families and friends of Tony Griffin, Kathleen O’ Shea and Henry Ahern . May their souls rest in peace.
Calling All Hurlers
…in the Tralee area. The adult hurlers will return to training on Friday the 2nd of February at 8.30 at Lixnaw astro turf. Anyone in the Tralee area who is interested in playing Hurling is welcome to join. Contact 085 1355566 for more details.
Academy Training
Training for boys and girls from U6 to U10s will recommence on Saturday February 10th at the Kerry Sports Academy at MTU from 3 to 4pm. Boys and girls who have not tried hurling before are very welcome to come along and give it a go. Hurleys and helmets will be supplied by the club for the first few weeks.
Last One Standing
This year we are running a Last One Standing competition based on the Division 1 National Hurling League. To enter, select a team from either group A or B in each round of the competition. If your selection wins you progress to the next week. Lose or draw and you are out.
Participants must pick from alternative groups in each round, if you pick from Group A in week 1 you must pick from Group B in week 2…etc. The cash prize will depend on the number of entries but will have a guaranteed minimum of €250. Entries cost €10 each, contact Stephen Morrissey before 3rd February on 085 1098780 to enter.
Kerry Camogie
The underage Kerry Camogie squads for the coming season have been selected and the club is very proud to have a large representation at each age level.
Lana O Connell, Shauna Harris, Grainne Diggin, Orla Leahy and Rachel Sargent have been selected for the Minor panel. Anna Chute, Anna O’ Sullivan, Caoimhe Culloo, Jessica Leen, Georgia Kennedy , Emma Gaynor and Orla Costello will be on the Under 16 panel while Abbey Crowley, Aoibhinn Hennessy, Ciara Trant, Clodagh Culloty, Evie O Sullivan, Sarah Chute and Sophie Brick will join the Under 14 panel. Congratulations to all the girls, we wish you and the Management Teams the very best of luck with the season ahead.
Membership
Membership for the 2024 season is now open – all members can register via foireann.ie(same as last year) and select Tralee Parnells. There are various membership options available.
Fees for 2024 remain the same as 2023 and are as follows:
Nursery (U7 Boys and U8 Girls) – €30
Juvenile Player (U9 to U18) – €70
Student Player (Players over 18 who are full time students) – €80
Adult Player – €110
Family (2 Adults + 4 Juveniles) – €200
Family (2 Adults + 4 (Juveniles and/or Students)) – €300
Non-Playing Adult – €40
Non-Playing Juvenile – €30
Non-Playing Adult + Lotto for 12 months – €100
National Club Draw
We would ask all club members to return the National Club Draw tickets as soon as possible. This is our first fundraiser of the new season and any and all support will be most welcome. Thank you to those that have already returned their tickets. The draw includes some fabulous prizes including a new car and various All Ireland Weekend packages.
Every Step Counts challenge
The Munster GAA – Every Step Counts challenge is now well underway. The challenge promotes health and wellbeing within every GAA club and community as part of the Ireland Lights Up campaign.
As a Healthy Club Gold member, Tralee Parnells is pleased to be associated with this campaign. Every club that clocks up 4000km between 8th January – 12th February will be included in a prize draw to win €2,500 for the club. To register, download the MyLife by Irish Life App to your phone or mobile device and sign-up, selecting Tralee Parnells as your club. If you registered last year, you just have to join the challenge again this year.
Club Social
The Tralee Parnells Hurling & Camogie Club social will take place on Saturday 24th February next in The Rose Hotel. Guests of honour will be the Mens Senior Hurling Team, who will be presented with their Co. League and Intermediate Championship medals and the U15 Camogie squad who won the All-Ireland Feile title in Roscommon last June. For ticket sales for hurling contact Agnes 0878377969 or Tara 0872940828 for Camogie ticket sales contact Suzanne 0872959166.
County Final: Friday 22nd March
Quiz: date tbc.
Venue: tbc.
District Final: tbc
Scór na bPáistí
Co. Final: Saturday March 23rd
District: tbc.
ALL DISTRICT WINNERS go straight to a new structured Co. Final.
For more details on representing Ballymacelligott GAA see the Scór Official Website or contact Josephine Fearns 086 160 7355
Lotto
On Monday 22nd January, the Lotto draw took place online with Clubforce in the presence of Angela Lenihan and Oonagh O’Rahilly.
The Numbers drawn were: 4, 7, 24, 29
There was no winner of this week’s Jackpot of €6100. Congratulations to the lucky dip winners this week:
€30.00 – Brid O’Donnell, Ashill c/o Paula Silles
€20.00 – Marion Lyons, Kielduff (Annual Ticket)
€20.00 – George Savage, Kielduff (Annual Ticket)
Next Jackpot is €6,200 and the draw will take place on Monday 29th January 2024. Play Ball Lotto Ticket sales close at 6 pm sharp.
Tickets can be purchased by Clicking here
https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2258&PC=0&RP=#Anchoror from our regular sellers Paula Silles and Maureen O Shea. Quick Pick Envelopes and €2 cards are available at The Half Way Shop, O Riadas Bar and C.A Galvin Ltd. The closing time for entries will be 4 pm on Mondays to facilitate the draw. Your continued support is very much appreciated for the day to day running costs of our club.
Check out all the latest news from Ballymac GAA Club by clicking here www.ballymacgaa.ie
.Caoilinn Kenny O’Sullivan, Caragh Kenny O’Sullivan, Jill Kenny and Rian Kenny O’Sullivan at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean
THERE were around hundreds of people registered for the annual Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k run on Sunday from the clubhouse.
There was a strong wind and spitting rain for the popular event held in aid of Kerry Cancer Support Services.
Club stalwarts Frank (Tiler) O’Connor, Caitriona O’Sullivan and Tony Corridon were instrumental in making sure the event went off as smoothly as possible.
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There were competitors from as far away as Limerick, Tipperary and Cork taking part, as well as locals of course who were keen to help out the club and the charity.
Oisin Spillane was the first man home with Margaret Foley the first woman. Team prizes went to the mens team of Diomac and a women’s team from Gneegeguilla. Scroll down for photos…
Born To Run members and friends at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Liam Poff and Sharon Poff at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanSimon Kerrisk, Jonno Brien and Tommy Commane at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Kieran Nolan, Tom Foley, Anthony Donnelly and Aidan Leen at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanGearóid Pierse and David Spring at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanLiz Leonard and Margaret Foley at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Liz O’Donnell and Martin Gill at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanParticipants at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanMaurice Murphy, Eric O’Connor, Tess White, Dan Dalton and Thomas McEnery at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.John Mulvihill and Evan Scott with Zac and Zoe Mulvihill, Adam Scott and Luca Fusco at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanThe Kerins O’Rahillys U16 girls at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanEileen Hayes, Caroline Murphy, Den McCarthy, Declan McGrath and Kieran McGrath at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanLaura Ennis and Tommy Commane at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanKieran Nolan and Anthony O’Connor at the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Kerins O’Rahillys 5k/10k Run on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean
.The Listellick U11 team Eilish O’Brien, Rose Ahern, James Bolger and Niamh Bolger at the Credit Union Quiz at the Kerry Sports Academy on Saturday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean
SATURDAY saw Cara Credit Union hold the Noreen Lynch Annual Schools Quiz on at the Kerry Sports Academy.
However, they were not alone as 25,000 primary school children all over Ireland tested their brain power at their annual Credit Union Schools Quiz.
Primary school teachers from across the country compiled questions on general topics such as geography, history, music, literature and sport.
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Cara Credit Union were delighted to host 81 teams from 43 primary schools throughout Tralee, Castleisland, Killorglin, Ballyduff, Causeway, Corca Dhuibhne and surrounding areas as 324 children battled it out in a nerve-wrecking competition.
Following a very successful merger with Comhar Chreidmheasa Chorca Dhuibhne Teoranta, this year’s quiz was held billingually, allowing participants to participate in the quiz in either English or Irish.
Blennerville NS U13 team at the Credit Union Quiz at the Kerry Sports Academy on Saturday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean
The Credit Union School Quiz challenges local children to collaborate and showcase their talents as a team.
Pa Laide, CEO of Cara Credit Union, said; “We were thrilled with the support from all the schools who joined us for the fun-filled action-packed two hours. The talent in the room was amazing and it’s obvious that the future is in safe hands. We thank all the schools, students, families, and the Cara Credit Union team for making this event one of the biggest on the school calendar.”
In the Under 11 age category, the winners were decided by a single point with Spa National School coming out on top, 2nd place was awarded to Scartaglen National School and again by just a single point Scoil Lios Lellic came 3rd.
In the Under 13 age category, Castlegregory had very impressive score to come in 1st place, followed by two Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn teams, winning 2nd and 3rd place.
Siobhan Donnelly, Marketing Manager said, “We are humbled by the support we receive from our local schools and we wish to improve financial literacy for our future generations. The School Quiz and the Art Competition are two of the highlights of our year and we encourage all our younger members to get involved. This year we have also launched a youth Current Account with a globally accepted Mastercard debit card.”
1st and 2nd place winners in both categories will now go on to represent Cara Credit Union at the next stage of Credit Unions Schools Quiz, the Chapter (regional) round of the National Schools Quiz. Scroll down for photos…
Scoil Eoin U13 team at the Credit Union Quiz at the Kerry Sports Academy on Saturday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Scoil Eoin U13 team at the Credit Union Quiz at the Kerry Sports Academy on Saturday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanCBS U13 team at the Credit Union Quiz at the Kerry Sports Academy on Saturday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn U13 team at the Credit Union Quiz at the Kerry Sports Academy on Saturday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanThe O’Brennan U11 team at the Credit Union Quiz at the Kerry Sports Academy on Saturday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Spa NS U13 team at the Credit Union Quiz at the Kerry Sports Academy on Saturday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanThe O’Brennan U13 team Sadhbh Healy, Fionn Hogan, Aisling Kelliher and Tristan Foley at the Credit Union Quiz at the Kerry Sports Academy on Saturday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.
.Rap Buivydas set to bank in a score. Photo by Liam Ryan
Alan Cantwell reports on the InsureMyVan.ie Men’s Super League 2023/2024 – Round 13 game in Dublin at the weekend…
Griffith College Éanna 89
Garvey’s Tralee Warriors 75
For the second season running Garvey’s Tralee Warriors came away from Colaiste Éanna on the wrong side of the scoreline as they went down 89-75 to Griffith College Éanna on Saturday night.
The Warriors were brave throughout but the absence of both Kieran Donaghy and Ryan Leonard told in the end and despite an incredible 16 unanswered points in the second quarter the Warriors eventually succumbed to the Dublin side by 14.
However with EJ Sligo AllStars win over Ballincollig, the Warriors remain on top of the Southern Conference going into the must win local derby against Killorglin next Saturday.
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The sides traded scores early with Matthew McLain and Stefan Desnica on the mark for Éanna but a major score from Daniel Jokubaitis opened the Warriors account and when Jarvis Doles landed his first basket the visitors briefly led.
Kristian Andabaka and Sean Jenkins were both in range from distance for Éanna and despite Jokubaitis and Doles being on the mark the hosts were 14-9 up midway through the first.
Rap Buivydas hooks in another score. Photo by Liam Ryan
It got better for Éanna with Josh Wilson and James Gormley combining for 13 points they pushed their lead out to 14. A three from Quigley and a late effort from Rap Buivydas cut the gap but Éanna still led 27-19 at the end of the first.
The Warriors came out of the short break like a team inspired and went on a 16 point run that saw them turn the contest around to lead by 35-27 half way through the second quarter.
The scores simply rained down with Cian Sullivan, Daniel Jokubaitis and Rap Buivydas on the mark with a double each, Caleb Jordan with a three and the Warriors defending as if their lives depended on it, Éanna simply could not cope with the onslaught.
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However, if the first five minutes of the quarter belonged to the Tralee side, the second five minutes belonged to the hosts as they stemmed the tide and hit back with a 10 point run of their own through Sellers, Wilson and Desnica to briefly take the lead again.
However with the last action of the half Jarvis Doles made no mistake from the line to edge the Warriors 39-37 ahead at the long break.
Great aerial contest with Cian Sullivan and James Gormley. Photo by Liam Ryan
Into the third and Doles was again on the mark and Darragh O’Hanlon landed a comeback three pointer but the Warriors were finding it that bit more difficult to find their scores and the hosts took the early initiative with baskets from James Gormley with two, Desnica and a dagger three from Neil Lynch the hosts moved 50-44 ahead.
The Warriors were now scrambling but continued to come up with the scores to keep them in the contest. Olaf Michalczuk made an instant impact off the bench with a score and when Jordan did likewise the gap was down to a single point.
However the home side pushed ahead again with a three from Romann Nelson followed by scores from McLain and Wilson.
Daniel Jokubaitis gets his three point shot away despite the attentions of Matthew McLain. Photo by Liam Ryan
The Warriors kept their hopes of a road win alive with a dunk from Sullivan followed by a mid-range effort from Jordan and Quigley’s second three of the night left just three between the teams 59-56 at three quarter time.
Quigley hit his third three with the first play of the final quarter but Wilson replied in kind for Éanna before Doles and Jordan added to leave just a point between the sides again.
However that was as good as it got for the Warriors as the hosts launched a push for home with Nelson, Desnica and McLain shooting the next 12 points without reply to lead 76-64 before Nelson hit another corner three to edge Éanna further ahead.
Cian Sullivan’s towering effort lands a score. Photo by Liam Ryan
The Warriors response was too little too late with Jordan and Doles chipping away at the sizable lead but even a three from Jokubaitis failed to spark a final flourish.
It was to be his last act of the game as two technicals in quick succession ended his night before Éanna sub Dean Kiernan came on to shoot the insurance scores from the line to see out an 89-75 win in the end.
Scorers:
Griffith College Éanna: Josh Wilson 18, Stefan Desnica 17, James Gormley 14
• Next up for the Warriors is the visit of arch local rivals Flexachem KCYMS and a revenge mission for the Tralee side after losing 83-76 on the road in Round 5. Killorglin will be desperate for a win as their relegation rivals UCC Demons and Moycullen both won on the road on Saturday night.
It promises to be another cracking contest between the sides that never disappoint when it comes to drama, excitement and pure entertainment. Tip off at the Tralee Sports Complex next Saturday night is 7.30pm.
PLANS are now at an advanced stage for the Kerry FC hosted charity game which takes place this coming Friday night, February 2nd.
In a novel idea by the club, a Kerry Soccer Legends XI will take on a Kerry GAA Legends XI in a game which will raise vital funds for the care of Alex Fitzgerald from Tralee.
Maurice Fitzgerald, Aidan O’Mahony, Seamus Moynihan and Barry John Keane are some of the famous faces to switch codes for the game.
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Son of John and Siobhan Fitzgerald of Tralee, Alex, who is 4 years of age was diagnosed with cancer last August. As the family was sent to Crumlin Hospital, doctors discovered a tumour on Alex’s Adrenal Gland which led to Alex being diagnosed with Metastatic Neuroblastoma cancer.
Alex has been making regular trips to the Dublin hospital since and has received 10 rounds of chemotherapy. Doctors are currently in the process of harvesting Alex’s stem cells as he will need a bone-marrow transplant in the future.
The aim of the Charity game being held by Kerry FC is to help fund the families regular trips to Dublin to care for Alex.
With fuel costs on the rise and regular accommodation needed for both John and Siobhan while in Dublin, every cent raised by Kerry FC in the build-up to next Friday’s novel encounter will be donated to the Fitzgerald family to allow them to continue their long road to Alex’s recovery.
The game itself will be a unique chance for fans of soccer and gaelic games in the county to come together for a good cause. With many Kerry based legends of both soccer and GAA signed up to tog off for the game, it is sure to be an unmissable night in Mounthawk Park, with kick off scheduled for 7pm.
The Kerry soccer stars will be led by two members who have helped guide Kerry into the League of Ireland.
Billy Dennehy, Kerry FC Sporting Director, who played his trade in Sunderland in the UK along with representing the county at European level with Shamrock Rovers is dusting off his boots as will Chief Operations Officer Steven Conway, who also played his trade at League of Ireland level.
Former Kerry FC footballer Shane Guthrie will also play having played in both the Premier Division and First Division over the last 2 decades and Tralee man Sean Kelly, who was also on the books at Arsenal, will dig out a pair of boots for the game. Current Kerry FC First Team Coach James Sugrue will also be among those togging off.
In Kerry we are stacked with GAA legends so narrowing it down to an 11 to play is quite the task.
The side will be led by Darran O’Sullivan, 4 time All Ireland winner and former Kerry captain who carries an impressive CV. Plenty of names are to be confirmed before the kick off on Friday night
Kerry FC Sporting Director and former professional footballer Billy Dennehy said “Going back when Kerry FC was formed, Steven has mentioned about running a legends game at some point.
Then over the last few months meeting with Alex and his family, being a neighbour of theirs, I could see first-hand what they are going through and thinking of ways we could help.
This game was then the perfect opportunity for the game to have a proper purpose. Everyone has been brilliant with their engagement and we’ve received huge support from both the players and the community.”
If you wish to attend the game, tickets are on sale now on www.kerryfc.com/ticketsAdults are priced at €10 and it’s €5 for kids. If you can’t attend but would like to donate, you can find our GoFundMe page across our social media @kerryfc.
27. Dustin” Driscoll (Kerry Oscar Traynor, Camp Utd)
28. Joe Sheehy (Kerry U21, Dingle Bay Rovers, Lisselton)
29. Luke Burgess (Kerry U21, Dingle Bay Rovers)
Kerry GAA Legends confirmed to date:
Darran O Sullivan
Barry John Keane
Maurice Fitzgerald
Brendan Kealy
Kieran O Leary
Paul O Connor
Shane Enright
Aidan O Mahony
Seamus Moynihan
Daniel Bohan
Dan Kearney reports on Kerry’s win over Waterford on Sunday afternoon in Killarney…
Kerry 2-11
Waterford 2-5
Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh scored 1-4 off the bench to inspire Kerry to a six points victory over a dogged Waterford outfit at Fitzgerald Stadium in the second round of the Lidl National Football League Division 1.
Ní Mhuircheartaigh entered proceedings in the 47th minute when Kerry were a point ahead but the Footballer of the Year then took with a fine performance that included a beautiful lobbed goal in the 64th minute.
Waterford, playing into the wind and rain in the opening half, got off to a whirlwind start after 45 seconds when Kellyann Hogan scored a fortuitous goal as her tame shot slipped through the hands of an unsighted Kerry netminder Mary Ellen Bolger.
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Bríd McMaugh followed with a point on five minutes and as Waterford continued to boss the opening exchanges a free from Hogan fell short for Mairead O’Brien to punch to the net . That put Waterford 2-1 to 0-0 after 10 minutes before Kerry finally got moving.
Their comeback started when Niamh Carmody pointed her first of four frees in the half following a foul on Jadyn Lucey, and Lucey hit the back of the net soccer style in the 14th minute after being put through by Carmody.
Carmody added another free and then Emma Dineen put over when she might have goaled and suddenly Kerry were just a single point behind, 1-3 to 2-1, with eight minutes left in the first half.
Waterford needed a lifeline of their own and they got it when Aine O’Neill drove through for a good score but two Niamh Carmody frees saw the sides go in level at half time, 1-5 to 2-2.
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Half time substitute Danielle O’Leary gave Kerry the lead for the first time in the game four minutes into the second half and followed up three minutes later with another beautiful score.
Alannah McNulty got one back for the visitors and the Kerry goal was living dangerously but Mairead O’Brien’s effort was ruled out for a throw ball.
Ní Mhuircheartaigh then entered the game and popped over a free and by the 59th minute the sides were level at 1-11 to 2-5 apiece.
Then came Ní Mhuircheartaigh’s goal after she was fed by Danielle O’Leary and Kerry were able to see out the remainder of the game.
Scorers – Kerry: L Ní Mhuircheartaigh 1-4 (0-3f), J Lucey 1-0, Niamh Carmody 0-4 (4f), D O’Leary (0-2), E Dineen 0-1.
Waterford: M O’Brien 1-1, K A Hogan 1-0, B McMaugh 0-1, Aine O’Neill 0-1, A McNulty 0-1, K Murray 0-1(f),
KERRY: M E Bolger; C O’Brien, D Kearney, A Dillane; E O’Connor, K Cronin, C Murphy; A Harrington, L Scanlon; K.A. Hanrahan, N Ní Chonchúir, N Carmody (capt.); K Brosnan, E Dineen, J Lucey. Subs: A Galvin for K A Hanrahan, H O’Donoghue for N Ní Chonchúir (both 24), A O’Connell for E O’Connor, D O’Leary for K Brosnan (both H/T), C lynch for A Harrington (40), L Ní Mhuircheartaigh for J Lucey, E Lynch for A Dillane (both 47), C McCarthy for C Murphy (47,) K O’Sullivan for E Dineen (63).J Gill for N Carmody (65).
WATERFORD: E O’Brien; H Power, E Power, A Murray; O Kennedy, A McNulty, A O’Neill; E Murray, K Hogan (capt.); K McGrath, C Carroll, M O’Brien; B McMaugh, K Murray, L McGregor. Subs:A Brazil for C Carroll (44),L O’Shea for KA Hogan (50), N Power for L McGregor (65).
KERRY FC has announced the signing of Tralee man Ferdia O’Brien ahead of the 2024 SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division campaign.
O’Brien is well known in the GAA circles in the town, but did play plenty of minutes in the school boys soccer leagues.
Playing with Kingdom Boys from under 14 level, Ferdia moved to St Brendan’s Park playing from 14s to 16s, winning 3 Kerry Leagues and Cups while also playing in the National Final at Under 16.
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The now 25 year old concentrated on GAA with Austin Stacks and quickly got drafted into the Kerry minor setup where he won two Munster and two All Ireland finals under Jack O’Connor.
Following success at minor level, O’Brien went on to play senior football with Austin Stacks GAA club for seven years, winning a couple of championships and leagues within the county in his time at Connolly Park
Following the arrival of Kerry FC to the county, O’Brien made the decision to go back to the game and has now signed for the club ahead of the 2024 season. Ferdia is a versatile player who can play both centre midfield and centre back.
Speaking following his signing for Kerry FC, Ferdia O’Brien said “I’m absolutely delighted to have signed with Kerry FC. Having played GAA for so many years, giving soccer another go was something that I always wanted to do. It’s great that they got Kerry FC up and running in the county.
“It’s given opportunities to so many young talents in Kerry to play the game at the highest level which is great to see. It’s also given me a chance to play again and I feel coming from a different background to everyone else I can be an asset to the team using my experiences from the GAA. I can’t wait now to get up and running properly and playing in front of a packed out Mounthawk Park in a few weeks’ time”.
.Cllr Deirdre Ferris with a sketch of her dad Martin at a preview of Mike O’Donnell’s upcoming ‘Released’ exhibition in The Mall Tavern on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
SO we’ve ‘Kojak’ to thank for this.
Who knew that a 70s cop show featuring a follically-challenged detective would set a pre-pubescent Tralee boy on a path that led him to a life in the arts.
Mike O’Donnell relayed this information to a gathering in The Mall Tavern on Friday night at a special preview of his upcoming exhibition of drawings, ‘Released’, taking place in Listowel during the month of February.
Mike told assembled friends that a scene involving a court artist in that popular TV show prompted him to take up sketching. First he tried drawing his brothers — but they wouldn’t sit still for him — and later he took his pad to Tralee courthouse.
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His talent has led him to attending many trials in Dublin over the past few decades and Mike previously held a court art exhibition, ‘Captured’, at King’s Inns, Dublin in 2011.
Mike had a small selection of the drawings which make up his latest exhibition at the bar on Friday and he gave a brief explanation of how his subjects came to sit for him.
Cllr Deirdre Ferris was at the preview where she saw the study of her dad, the former Kerry TD Martin Ferris, who sat for Mike a few weeks ago.
A few of the intimate studies of Gerard ‘The Monk’ Hutch, whose trial was held in April 2023, were also on show on Friday night.
It was just a teaser for the main event, ‘Released’ in St. John’s Theatre and Arts Centre in Listowel for the entire month of February.
Jim Sheridan, the famed director of My Left Foot, The Field, In the Name of the Father and others, will be in Listowel on Saturday, February 3 at 1pm to launch the exhibition.
‘Released’ will be open for viewing at St. John’s from February 1 to February 29, Monday to Friday, between 10am and 5pm. Scroll down for photos…
Louise Lynch from St John’s Theatre with Joe Harrington and Kay O’Leary at a preview of Mike O’Donnell’s upcoming ‘Released’ exhibition in The Mall Tavern on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Eddie Barrett and Martin Schranz at a preview of Mike O’Donnell’s upcoming ‘Released’ exhibition in The Mall Tavern on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanGail Tangney and Anna Scanlon at a preview of Mike O’Donnell’s upcoming ‘Released’ exhibition in The Mall Tavern on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Conor Foley and Deirdre Ferris with Mike O’Donnell at a preview of his upcoming ‘Released’ exhibition in The Mall Tavern on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanTrish Kelly and Breda Dyland at a preview of Mike O’Donnell’s upcoming ‘Released’ exhibition in The Mall Tavern on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Mike O’Donnell who gave a preview of his upcoming ‘Released’ exhibition in The Mall Tavern on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…
In the past, you had no legal right to be paid while you were on sick leave from work. However, this has changed and there is not a Statutory Sick Pay Scheme in place.
What is the Statutory Sick Pay scheme (SSP)?
Since 1 January 2023, you have a right to 3 days’ sick pay a year. This is called statutory sick pay (that means the legal minimum). Sick pay is paid by your employer at 70% of your normal pay up to a maximum of €110 a day. From 1 January 2024, paid sick leave will increase from 3 to 5 days a year. It will increase to 7 days in 2025 and 10 days in 2026
Sick days can be taken as consecutive days or non-consecutive days. The sick pay year is the calendar year, so it runs from 1 January to 31 December.
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How do I know if I am entitled to sick pay?
To qualify for statutory sick pay you must be an employee and have worked for your employer for at least 13 continuous weeks before you are sick. You must also be certified by a GP as unable to work. If you have multiple employers, you can get 3 days paid sick leave from each employer, once you have 13 weeks service with that employer before you are sick.
Can part-time workers get 3 days?
Yes, both full-time and part-time employees can take 3 days paid sick leave.
However, the amount you get paid for your sick leave (70% of your earnings, up to €110) is based on the average of your pay over the 13 weeks before you are on sick leave
Do I need a medical cert to get sick pay?
Under the sick leave legislation, you must be certified by a GP as unable to work to qualify for statutory sick pay. You should be certified from day 1 of your sick leave.
You have a right to SSP from the first day you are off sick. Your employer cannot apply ‘waiting days’ before you get sick pay.
If your employer has their own sick pay scheme that offers more generous benefits than SSP, you should be paid under those arrangements. The SSP is for employees who don’t have a company sick pay scheme or don’t qualify for it.
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How is my sick pay calculated?
Your statutory sick leave payment must be paid at your normal daily rate. You are entitled to 70% of your normal pay, up to a maximum €110 a day.
What is normal daily pay?
Your normal daily pay includes any regular bonus or allowance which do not change from week to week (but excludes overtime or commission).
If your pay changes from week-to-week (for example, because of regular bonus payments or allowance), your sick pay is the average of your pay over the 13 weeks before you are on sick leave. Remember that sick pay is capped at a maximum of €110 a day.
What happens if I am off sick for more than 3 days?
If you are off work sick for more than 3 days, and you have enough PRSI contributions, you can apply to the Department of Social Protection (DSP) for a payment called Illness Benefit.
If you do not have enough PRSI contributions, you should contact the DSP’s representative at your local health centre. They will assess your situation.
How are my employment rights protected while I am on sick leave?
Your employments rights are protected during sick leave. You are treated as being in employment while you are on sick leave.
What are my options if I experience problems getting sick pay?
If you do not get sick pay, contact your employer to try to resolve the issue informally first.
If you cannot resolve the issue directly with your employer, you can make a formal complaint to the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC). Contact your local Citizens Information Centre for information on how to make a complaint to the WRC
You must make your complaint within 6 months of the dispute. The time limit can be extended for a further 6 months if there is reasonable cause for the delay.
Can an Employer be exempt from paying sick pay?
An employer who is experiencing severe financial difficulties can apply to the Labour Court for an exemption to pay statutory sick pay. If an exemption is granted, it will be for a period of between 3 to 12 months.
• For anyone needing information, advice or have an advocacy issue, you can call a member of the local Citizens Information team in Kerry on 0818 07 7860, they will be happy to assist and make an appointment if necessary.
The offices are staffed from Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm. Alternatively you can email on tralee@citinfo.ie or log on to www.citizensinformation.ie for further information.
THERE was a good turnout at The Meadowlands Hotel on Wednesday night for a special event focussing on agribusiness.
Tralee Chamber Alliance, in association with AIB, Kerry Group and the IFA hosted the ‘Building a Sustainable Agri Enterprise’ event which focused on charting a sustainable path for people in Agri Business.
It was a chance to connect with industry leaders, experts, and visionaries as they delved into sustainable practices, environmental stewardship, and the integration of forward-thinking solutions for a resilient and prosperous agricultural business.
Panellists included Pat Murphy, CEO Kerry Dairy Ireland Kerry Group; Tadhg Buckley, Director of Policy/ Chief Economist with the IFA and Donal Whelton, Head of Agri AIB Food & Fishing.
Mary O’Donnell of the Cosmetic And Hair Restoration Clinic on the Laser Hair Removal treatment at the Clinic…
CHRC is renowned for hair restoration but it will also be offering Laser Hair Removal.
If hair removal is on your 2024 list, now is the time to do it! There are many advantages long term such as time and money saving.
It is very precise, no matter how many times you wax or shave you will always find a few hairs you have missed. It is a quick method of hair removal as you can zap away multiple hairs all in one go.
Each zap takes a fraction of a second. The laser technology used means you remove hairs right at their follicle and you can say goodbye to painful ingrown hairs. Ingrown hairs also contribute to itchy and irritated skin after hair removal.
The hairs will become less thick and abundant after each laser hair removal session.
The aesthetic practitioner applies a laser light to the area of unwanted hair. The pulses of light admitted by the laser attack the hair and the follicle, destroying the hair at the root. Hair grows in three different phases, and for the laser to be most effective, the hair must be in the growth phase. Multiple treatments are required for initial hair removal and maintenance treatments may be needed also.
So, if you want to say want to address unwanted hair for 2024, get in touch with this multi-award-winning clinic now to arrange your appointment and avail of our special opening offer of 30% a course of treatments; email chrc@bonsecours.ie or phone 086-0786120.
SOME parts of Tralee are experiencing breaks to the water supply today which may not be restored in some areas until later tonight.
KERRY County Council has announced the Festival and Participative Events Programme for Kerry for 2024.
THERE were 355 patients waiting on trolleys in University Hospital Kerry during the month of January.
TRALEE will be one of five locations nationwide to host events to help inspire and encourage more outdoor performances.
TRALEE has been ranked 22nd in the list of towns for a perfect work-life balance in a new study.
GARDAI in Tralee are appealing to the public for any information regarding a burglary in town over the weekend.
Mary O’Donnell of the Cosmetic And Hair Restoration Clinic on the Laser Hair Removal treatment at the Clinic…