Daily Archives: April 26, 2024

News

Here’s The Kerry Side To Face Cork On Saturday

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THE Kerry ladies senior footballers continue their Munster Championship campaign with another home tie against Cork on Saturday.

They’ll face their great rivals in Brosnan with a throw-in time time of 2pm. Tickets for the match can be purchased by clicking here.

Here’s the Kerry team captained by Niamh Carmody…

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1. Ciara Butler – Castlegregory

2. Eilís Lynch – Castleisland Desmonds

3. Deirdre Kearney – Na Gaeil

4. Ciara O’Brien – Laune Rangers

5. Aishling O’Connell – Scartaglin

6. Kayleigh Cronin – Dr Crokes

7. Ciara Murphy – MKL Gaels

8. Mary O’Connell – Na Gaeil

9. Cáit Lynch – Castleisland Desmonds

10. Anna Galvin – Southern Gaels

11. Niamh Carmody – Finuge/St Senans (C)

12. Amy Harrington – Inbhear Scéine Gaels

13. Katie Brosnan – Firies

14. Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh – Corca Dhuibhne

15. Danielle O’Leary – Rathmore

16. Mary Ellen Bolger – Southern Gaels

17. Lorraine Scanlon – Castleisland Desmonds

18. Emma Dineen – Glenflesk

19. Aoife Dillane – Austin Stacks

20. Niamh Ní Chonchúir – Corca Dhuibhne

21. Hannah O’Donoghue – Beaufort

22. Eilís O’Connor – Na Gaeil

23. Jess Gill – Southern Gaels

24. Róisín Rahilly – Ballymacelligott

25. Róisín Smith – Cromane

26. Fiadhna Tangney – Beaufort

27. Jadyn Lucey – Na Gaeil

28. Bríd O’Connor – Na Gaeil

29. Kate O’Sullivan – Daingean Uí Chúis

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News

PHOTOS: Celebration Marks 40 Years Since Opening Of University Hospital Kerry

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Staff members with 40 years service with General Manager Mary Fitzgerald at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Photo by Domnick Walsh

UNIVERSITY Hospital Kerry (UHK) commemorated its 40th anniversary with a heartfelt celebration, honoring the dedication and commitment of past and present staff members.

On April 25, the hospital, which was originally called Tralee General Hospital, hosted a series of special events at its Rathass site, inviting all who have contributed to its legacy over the decades.

The highlight of the day was a symbolic tree planting ceremony, marking the hospital’s past, present, and future.

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Three trees, carefully selected and planted by individuals closely associated with UHK, served as poignant symbols of its growth and evolution.

As the saplings took root in the hospital grounds, they represented the enduring spirit and resilience of UHK, flourishing amidst the challenges and triumphs of the past four decades.

Following the tree planting ceremony, a specially commissioned UHK ’40th anniversary flag’ was proudly raised by a member of the hospital staff.

The flag, adorned with the emblematic logo of UHK, fluttered in the breeze, symbolizing unity, pride, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Throughout the day, past and present staff members came together to reminisce, share stories, and celebrate the remarkable journey of UHK.

Planting the new tree at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Photo by Domnick Walsh

Laughter and camaraderie filled the air as colleagues reunited, forging connections that spanned generations of service to the hospital and its patients.

Mary Fitzgerald, General Manager of UHK, remarked, “This is a significant defining moment for all the team here in UHK. Every staff member, every day strives to improve the hospital, and the past 40 years have shown the team here in UHK to be professional and compassionate in the service they provide to all our patients, their families, and members of the public who visit the hospital.

“We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has been part of University Hospital Kerry’s remarkable journey and we are looking forward with great enthusiasm, to many more significant advances in patient services, in the years to come, for the community we serve”. Scroll down for photos…

Staff at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Photo by Domnick Walsh
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Staff at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Photo by Domnick Walsh
A presentation was made to Carmel Quirke at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
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A presentation was made to Rena Hogan at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
A presentation was made to Bernardine Healy at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
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A presentation was made to Sean Lynch at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
A presentation was made to Michael Hoare at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
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A presentation was made to Catherine O’Halloran at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
A presentation was made to Margaret Griffin at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
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A presentation was made to Margaret Guerin at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
A presentation was made to James Horgan at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
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A presentation was made to Joe Hartnett at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
A presentation was made to Martin O’Sullivan at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
A presentation was made to Anne O’Callaghan at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
A presentation was made to Sheila Hanafin at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
A presentation was made to Anne O’Shea at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
A presentation was made to Eileen McAuliffe at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Also pictured is General Manager of UHK Mary Fitzgerald and Dr Andy Phillips REO of HSE South West. Photo by Domnick Walsh
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The large attendance at the University Hospital Kerry (UHK) 40th anniversary celebrations on Thursday. Photo by Domnick Walsh
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News, SCHOOLS

Extension Projects Approved For Four Kerry Schools

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Causeway Comprehensive

MINISTER for Education and Kerry T.D. Norma Foley has announced that initial project approval has been given for four new secondary school extensions in Kerry.

The schools to benefit are Coláiste na Sceilge in Caherciveen, Castleisland Community College, Causeway Comprehensive School and Meanscoil Nua an Leith Triuigh in Castlegregory.

All four schools have received initial project approval for new modular classrooms and facilities which can be delivered quickly and have a lifespan of 60 years.

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• Coláiste na Sceilge in Caherciveen is due to get four new mainstream classrooms and two special educational needs classrooms via modular build.

• Meanscoil Nua an Leith Triuigh is due to get a one new mainstream classroom, one new art room via modular build. It will also get a new special education teaching room and an existing room reconfigured to provide for special needs education.

• Castleisland Community College is due to get two new mainstream classrooms via modular build

• Causeway Comprehensive School is due to get one new mainstream classroom and one new special educational needs classroom via modular build

Minister Foley said: “These exciting new developments will help to meet the needs of the students in Coláiste na Sceilge , Castleisland Community College, Causeway Comprehensive School and Meanscoil Nua an Leith Triuigh.  I am particularly pleased to see that the projects include new state –of-the-art special education facilities. I look forward to seeing them progressing in a timely fashion.”

The Department of Education is using modular builds as part of its move to modern methods of construction. The benefits include a faster delivery of construction projects and minimising disruption while pupils are attending the school.

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News, SCHOOLS

MTU Students Win Second Prize In Eurachem Analytical Measurement Competition

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PHARMACEUTICAL Science students at MTU have won the second-place prize at the 22nd Annual Eurachem Analytical Measurement Competition.

The event hosted by Atlantic Technological University, ATU Sligo on April 19 was open to all universities across Ireland who were represented by second year students studying laboratory sciences.

Participants who represented MTU’s Tralee campus were Matthew Pop, Leah O’Sullivan, Conor Quirke, and Isabelle Ben-Chika who are in their second year in the BSc Pharmaceutical Science programme in the Department of Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences (BPS).

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MTU and BPS is very proud of the achievement of these students who showed high confidence and demonstrated the skills they have learnt in the various laboratory sessions in their degree programme.

The Head of Department of BPS, Dr Gerard Corkery congratulated the students and expressed the appreciation of MTU to their mentors Dr Bernard Boateng, Dr Maria Heffernan, and all lecturers of the Pharmaceutical Science Course Board who assisted in preparing the students for the competition.

MTU’s BSc Pharmaceutical Science graduates over the years have received quality tuition in theoretical and practical aspects of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical science including Advanced Pharmaceutical Techniques, Drug Synthesis and Design, and Bioprocessing which have enabled them to secure jobs in all the major (Bio)Pharmaceutical companies around the world.

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News

Tralee Red Cross To Hold ‘Taster Session’ Next Month

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A FREE Red Cross ‘Taster Session’ is being organised by Tralee Red Cross for Saturday, May 18 to assist prospective members find out about the society.

Tralee Red Cross Chairman, Joe McDonnell, explained that the ‘Taster Session’ is an unusual event and will help people decide if the Red Cross is suitable for them.

”Many people are looking for an organisation where they can volunteer but they are unsure what would be right for them,” said Joe.

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“We have members of all ages from all walks of life volunteering with us in various roles at present. While most people in Ireland associate the Red Cross as a First Aid organisation, we can deliver a wide range of services to the local community if we have members available to provide these services.”

”A recent survey of the Tralee Red Cross membership showed that 85% of members cited the ‘feel good’ factor and meeting people as their main reasons for remaining to volunteer with us,” said Joe.

Speaking at the recruitment launch, the Kerry Director of First Aid Units, Michael O’Grady, revealed that the demand for its First Aid and Ambulance service has increased over the last few years.

”Nearly every event that is being organised now wants a First Aid presence there and it can be challenging to meet that demand. First Aid with the Red Cross has always been a great way of people getting quality training and real-life experiences under strict supervision. People thinking of taking up careers in the Medical, Nursing, Healthcare or Ambulance Service have always found this to be very beneficial and with helping them decide if those careers are right for them,” said Michael.

The ‘Taster Session’ on May 18th will run from 9.30am to 12.30pm and is open to everyone over 18 years of age.

”We hope to give attendees a broad overview of the humanitarian services we provide along with an outline of the various training programmes that will be offered to new members. There is no obligation on attendee to become members and we will also have some hands on practice in some of the roles”, said Joe.

A limited number of places are available on the session and they are being offered on a first come-first served basis by applying on email with your name and contact number to chair.tralee@irishredcross.com where further details are also available.

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Kerry Artists Help Jack And Jill Foundation’s ‘Incognito’ Art Sale Raise Over €217,000

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Kerry fashion designer Don O’Neill’s contribution to the Incognito art sale.

THE Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation has announced that its recent Incognito Art Sale has sold out, raising a remarkable €217,425 for the charity.

Sixteen Kerry artists contributed work to the sale where 3,345 original postcard-sized artworks were created, all generously donated by over 1,200 artists from Ireland and all over the world going ‘incognito’ with their signature only on the back of the canvas.

The big reveal of ‘who did what’ can now be viewed on www.incognito.ie, where the Incognito 2024 artists have been unmasked, and Incognito fans will know the creator behind each masterpiece.

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Meanwhile, the artworks will be posted directly to purchasers over the coming days and weeks. The sale attracted interest from over 44,000 visitors to the site from Ireland and worldwide.  Successful purchasers come from around the globe including Australia, the UK, Germany, Canada, The US, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Luxembourg as well as Ireland.

Monies raised will support over 12,000 hours of in-home nursing and respite care, and end-of-life care, to over 400 children with complex medical needs currently under Jack and Jill’s care right across the country.

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Sinn Féin Candidate Calls For Minor Injuries Clinic To Be Located In Tralee

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Paul Daly.

A SINN Féin candidate in the Tralee Electoral Area for the upcoming local elections, has called on Minister Stephen Donnelly to ensure that the proposed Minor Injuries Clinic is located in Tralee.

At March’s meeting of the Southern Health Regional Forum, the HSE confirmed it is planning to develop a local injuries unit in Kerry. Paul Daly is one of four candidates running for Sinn Féin in the upcoming Local Elections on June 7.

“Minor injuries clinics see patients who have sprains, breaks , sports injuries, cuts and other serious but not life threatening injuries,” said Mr Daly.

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“These types of cases cannot be treated by a GP or a pharmacist, but they also clog up A&E departments when more serious and life threatening problems need to be treated as a priority.”

“Such clinics have been established in a number of other locations, most notably in Gurranabraher in Cork. Over 16,000 attend the Cork clinic annually with waiting times average less than one hour.

“The clinic opens 8am to 8pm daily and takes a lot of pressure off the over-burdened ED. This can be a game changer for the people of Tralee and Kerry. I know that a capital submission is on the way to the Minister for decision.”

“The ideal location is Tralee as it is close to UHK with its facilities and also with closer access for patients from North Kerry and West Kerry. Any other location does not make sense,” concluded Mr Daly.

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Trio To Tackle Ireland’s Toughest Peaks To Support Alannah And Adam

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Alannah and Adam Foley with Geraldine Foley,  TJ O’Connor, Andrew O’Connor and Padraig McGillicuddy at the launch of the 4 Peaks Challenge.

THREE friends are to climb Ireland’s toughest peaks in 24 hours to help out two children bravely battling a rare condition.

Alannah and Adam Foley, two children from Killorglin, bravely fighting Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), have captured the hearts of their community.

In a remarkable display of support, a trio of friends is embarking on an ambitious mission—The 4 Peaks Challenge— on May 5th in a bid to raise awareness and funds for the siblings’ ongoing treatment.

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The 4 Peaks Challenge demands scaling the highest peaks in each of Ireland’s four provinces, including the mighty Carrauntoohil (1040m) in Co. Kerry, Mweelrea (841m) in Co. Mayo, Slieve Donard (840m) in Co. Down, and Lugnaquilla (925m) in Co. Wicklow.

While this challenge typically spans several days, Andrew Foley, TJ O’Connor, and Padraig McGillicuddy have set their sights on conquering all four peaks within a demanding 24-hour timeframe.

Andrew Foley, father of Alannah and Adam, spearheads this trio alongside TJ O’Connor, a dedicated lecturer at Munster Technological University, Tralee, and Padraig McGillicuddy, Hotel Proprietor at Ballygarry Estate Hotel & Spa, Tralee.

United by their shared passion for the hospitality industry and unwavering support for the Foley family in their time of need, these three friends stand strong in solidarity for a cause that truly matters.

Through their courageous endeavour, Andrew, TJ, and Padraig aim to shine a spotlight on NF1 and provide vital assistance to Alannah and Adam as they continue their courageous battle against this condition.

Their commitment symbolises the power of community, friendship, and collective action in making a meaningful difference.

The support from our communities can make a world of difference by donating to the Need for Neuro GoFundMe page.

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