.Garveys Supervalu’s Kevin McCarthy and Sandra Lynch with staff and members of Tralee Tidy Towns.
TRALEE Tidy Towns has announced Garvey’s SuperValu as the official sponsor of their weekly litter picks in Tralee.
With the number of volunteers growing each week, the group says it is crucial to ensure they are both visible and safe during their activities.
Chairperson Brendan O’Brien expressed his gratitude saying: “We are very thankful to Kevin, Sandra, and everyone at Garvey’s for sponsoring the litter picks. It’s a great boost for us as volunteers to have that level of support. Everything costs, and without support, we wouldn’t be able to continue the work we do.”
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Kevin McCarthy, Managing Director of Garvey’s, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership: “Garvey’s SuperValu is proud to support the tremendous work being done in our town by the volunteers in Tralee Tidy Towns. We are delighted to sponsor the weekly litter picks, which are carried out every Wednesday evening from 7 pm.”
Tralee Tidy Towns is actively looking for extra litter pickers to join their efforts in keeping the town clean. Interested individuals can simply meet up with the volunteers at Garvey’s car park at 7 pm each Wednesday. For more information, contact Tralee Tidy Towns at tidytownstralee@gmail.com
.Pictured at the Springboard+ and Human Capital Initiative (HCI) Pillar 1 launch are Springboard+ participant Cian Kelleher and HCI Pillar 1 participants James McDonnell, Ran Weissblech, and Piro Kocsis. Pic: Marc O’Sullivan
THOUSANDS of free and subsidised higher education places will be available to people in Kerry under Springboard+ and the Human Capital Initiative (HCI) Pillar 1 Graduate Conversion Programmes for the academic year 2024/25.
The courses are open to people who are unemployed, returners, recent graduates and those who are in employment and are looking to upskill or change career. A total of 11,400 places on 355 courses are being made available nationwide.
Details of the array of opportunities for upskilling and reskilling were unveiled on Tuesday by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Patrick O’Donovan TD, and Minister of State for Skills and Further Education, Niall Collins TD.
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Under the Springboard+ and Human Capital Initiative (HCI) Pillar 1 initiatives, which are managed by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) on behalf of the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, 37% of all the courses nationwide will run entirely online, and 61% through blended learning.
This means people in Kerry will have access to hundreds of courses across the country. Springboard+ and HCI Pillar 1 courses are available across different sectors, with a particular focus on areas of critical skill shortages and emerging technological demand.
The offering includes courses in cybersecurity; virtual reality; health innovation; logistics; climate, sustainability, and energy; and many more.
With applications now open, applicants will find full details on the approved courses on the dedicated information and applications website www.springboardcourses.ie.
A LOCAL election candidate has called for improved public amenities to be built in the community, to enhance the area and tackle community issues in areas.
Fianna Fáil’s Anne O’Sullivan, who works in the constituency office of Kerry Minister Norma Foley TD, says improved public amenities like playgrounds, pitches and community spaces are particularly important as they give local families increased opportunities to partake in outdoor activities.
Ms O’Sullivan, who is running for the first time in the Tralee Electoral Area, said: “I am advocating for improved amenities such as playgrounds, pitches and community spaces to be built and for existing spaces to be given further attention in terms of maintenance in Tralee and the surrounding area. The importance amenities such as these play in helping young people live to their full potential is indisputable.
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“Our local schools, clubs and associations need support from the entire community. They do so much to tackle anti-social behaviour, promoting involvement and a sense of community and belonging.
Concluding, O’Sullivan said: “Providing more amenities for young people in our local area is a key part of my campaign, because I know just how important they are to helping children and young people in our community thrive.”
.Playwright John Fraher with the cast of ‘The Game’ in rehearsals at John Mitchels GAA Complex last week. Included is Rory O’Mahony, George Lowe, Mags Slattery, Sorcha Uí Shuilleabháin and Eoghain Sheehy. Photo by Dermot Crean
THE Zyber Theatre Company will present an acclaimed drama this Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at Siamsa Tíre.
‘The Game’ written by John Fraher, was first performed in Siamsa Tíre back in 1992. It’s an emotional drama set within the confines of a dysfunctional family and their associates, where life becomes a game.
The Tralee-based theatre group is known for its wonderful productions and the cast of five — George Lowe, Mags Slattery, Eoghain Sheehy, Sorcha Uí Shuilleabháin and Rory O’Mahony — have been busy rehearsing since before Christmas to deliver performances from Wednesday, May 22 to Friday, May 25 at 8pm nightly.
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The play has been performed by various drama groups down the years to great acclaim by those attending and this production will no doubt emulate those stagings.
In fact, writing in The Kerryman back in 2002, when the play was staged at Siamsa Tíre, Michael Commane said; “The Game’ is a serious study of what failure, misery, pain is about. It is anything but a laugh, but a play no one should miss”.
The show begins at 8pm nightly. Tickets: €21/€19 +Booking fee and is suitable for people aged 18 and over. Contact the Siamsa Tíre box office 066-7123055 or click here to book online.
.The Connie Fitzgerald Memorial Walk takes place on May 26.
THE annual Connie Fitzgerald Memorial Walk will once again take place on Sunday, May 26 in Currans Village marking the third year of the event.
Last year attracted a crowd of almost 350 walkers in memory of the popular and much loved man from Currans, who passed away in 2020 from cancer and it raised €4,212 for the Kerry Hospice Palliative Care Services.
The walk, organised by Connie’s family will set off at 11am from Currans Community Centre and all funds raised this year will be presented to BRÚ Columbanus, who provide home from home accommodation for families of patients in Cork hospitals.
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.Connie Fitzgerald.
The Fitzgerald family are very grateful to them for the support they received during Connie’s short time in CUH.
Afterwards, refreshments will be served in the Community Centre which are kindly sponsored by Lidl and Connie’s former employer PST. The family are hopeful of a large crowd again this year for this special event.
.Winner of the Student of the Year Award, Peter Duggan, with Principal Liam McGill and Deputy Principal Paudie Fleming. Photo by Dermot Crean
THERE was a great sense of expectancy and excitement at Coláiste Gleann Lí before the annual awards ceremony on Tuesday.
The 2023/2034 academic year was another strong year of growth for the school in Clash and the annual awards ceremony is a cherished tradition that acknowledges the dedication, perseverance and talent exhibited by individuals within the school community.
The day acknowledges all of the accomplishments of students across the year in the area of sport, academics, sustainability, school ethos, school leadership, social innovation and STEAM.
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This year Kaitlyn O’Connell, a fifth year student, was presented with the Michelle Flannery O’Sullivan Ethos Award.
This award is in memory of Ms. Flannery whose untimely death in January 2022 was felt by everyone in the school community.
Winner of the Michelle Flannery Award, Kaitlyn O’Connell with Principal Liam McGill. Photo by Dermot Crean
Michelle was described as a kind, caring, fun-loving teacher who embodied what it is to be a good person, a true lady who was considerate and genuine in all her dealings with others.
Kaitlyn received the award as she has been constantly involved in promoting the school ethos of Equality, Respect, Care, Excellence in Education and Community.
The prestigious Student of the Year award was presented to Peter Duggan. Peter has led the way by showing his commitment to his studies, demonstrating that dedication, hard work and a sense of purpose is a lifelong skill that can achieve so much.
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Other awards on the day included Sports Awards which went to Tommy Murray (first year) and Conor Morrissey (sixth year) for their excellent contribution to sports and sporting achievements. The Junior Cycle STEAM award went to Dylan Alder and Senior Cycle to Yevhen Kondrashev.
Both Principal Mr. McGill and Deputy Principal Mr. Fleming congratulated all students present on the hard work and commitment they showed to their studies throughout the year.
First Year award winners, front from left; Jacob Doctor, Charles Grob, Tommy Murray and Sean Costello. At back; Eddie Masznicz, Kieran Dennehy, Rhys Keane, Kane Barrett Duggan and Gregory Turostowski. Photo by Dermot Crean
The recent passing of Ms. Norma Thompson, School Completion Programme Coordinator was also acknowledged by the Principal on the day.
Mr. McGill added that Norma was a lady of integrity and kindness. Her work meant that she had a significant impact on the lives of countless students in both supporting them and their families.
Through her work she ensured that students were given every opportunity to flourish. He added that the family and friends of both Michelle and Norma were in the thoughts of all present.
Mr. McGill concluded the awards saying that they serve as a testament to the dedication and determination of students and staff, showcasing their unwavering commitment to excellence. Scroll down for list of award recipients and photos…
First Year award winners, front from left; Jacob Noctor, Charles Grob, Tommy Murray and Sean Costello. At back; Eddie Masznicz, Kieran Dennehy, Rhys Keane, Kane Barrett Duggan and Gregory Turostowski. Photo by Dermot Crean.
Overall Positive Progress
Junior Cycle — Leon Butt, Eddie Masznicz, Keelan Dennehy, Nicola Chmielewski, Croí O’Mahony, Weronika Niebrzegowska, Eamen Alisai, Ria Quirke, Jack Costello Walsh
Third Year award winners with awards co-ordinator Aoife Reidy and Principal Liam McGill. Photo by Dermot Crean
STEAM Award
Junior Cycle — Dylan Alder
Senior Cycle — Yevhen Kondrashev
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Environmental Award
Ben Moore
Sixth Year award winners Mark O’Regan, Lily O’Sullivan, Mary Butcher, Peter Duggan, Ameerah Clifford and Owen McCrohan with Principal Liam McGill. Photo by Dermot Crean
GAISCE Bronze Award
Rachel McCluskey, Kyle Deady, Joanne White O’Brien, Julia Pieniuk, Corey O’Brien, TJ Sweeney, Shannon Fitzgerald, Enda Sheehan, Melody Dowling, Alison O’Brien
UCC Plus
Gaeilge — Brendan Clifford, Jakub Piotrowski
Mathematics — Mikhailo Katsai, Diana Kotliarova
English — Éabha Begley O’Sullivan, Croí O’Mahony
French — Weronika Niebrzegowska, Oskar Bartczak
Fifth Year award winners, front from left; Colin O’Sullivan, Boikego Mmusi, Johanna Aam, Yabo Month. Back from let; Ben Moore, Katie Barrett, Rachel McCluckey and Annie Zilio Photo by Dermot Crean.
Most Improved Swimmer
Mark O’Regan
School Ethos Award
Junior Cycle — Charles Grob, Aoife O’Connell, Elizabete Silina
Senior Cycle — Enda Sheehan, Kaitlyn O’Connell, Lily O’Sullivan
Awards co-ordinator Louise Reidy with Student Exchange students at the Awards. Photo by Dermot Crean
.Liam Lynch North Munster President presents Mike O Connor RNLI with funds raised at Tralee Community Bridge Centre including Trish Stack Nicky Fitzgibbon Renee Fitzgibbon and Tom Hardiman.
THE inaugural North Munster President’s Charity Bridge Day, held on Friday, May 19, at the Tralee Bridge Centre, was a triumphant success.
The event was specially designed to blend the challenge of bridge with the mission of supporting the RNLI. Each entry fee, each bid, and each play contributed directly to this life-saving charity, reinforcing the bridge community’s role in broader societal contributions.
Attendees also enjoyed the opportunity to mingle with fellow bridge enthusiasts, share tips, and celebrate each other’s company in a spirited yet friendly atmosphere.
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It was a day that went beyond the cards on the table, fostering a sense of community and a shared commitment to a vital cause. This event not only raised funds but also awareness and respect for the tireless efforts of the RNLI.
Participants enjoyed a fantastic day of bridge, culminating in impressive victories across multiple categories.
Winners Master and Intermediate A section Trish Stack and Nicky Fitzgibbon with North Munster President Liam Lynch.
• Master and Intermediate A Section Winners: Trish Stack and Nicky Fitzgibbon
.Ciaran Broadberry and (missing from photo) Marie O’Sullivan 2nd Master and Intermediate A section with North Munster President Liam Lynch
• Second Place, Master and Intermediate A Section: Ciaran Broadberry and Marie O’Sullivan
• Third Place, Master and A Section: Kay Cussen and Denis Sheehan
Winners of Intermediate A were Joan McEnery and (missing from photo) Mary Barrett with North Munster President Liam Lynch
• Winner Intermediate A: Joan McEnery and Mary Barrett
.Intermediate B winners Cornelia and Jim Casey with North Munster President Liam Lynch.
• Intermediate B Winners: Cornelia and Jim Casey
2nd Intermediate B Clancy Treacy and Anne O’Riordan with North Munster President Liam Lynch.
• Second Place Intermediate B: Clancy Treacy and Anne O’Riordan
.3rd Intermediate B Nora Rooney and Deirdre Murphy with North Munster President Liam Lynch.
• Third Place Intermediate B: Nora Rooney and Deirdre Murphy
4th Intermediate B Elizabeth and Liam Lynch.
• Fourth Place Intermediate B: Elizabeth Lynch and Liam Lynch
Best Novice Pair, Helen Egan and Ann Condon with North Munster President Liam Lynch.
.Breda Dyland and Trish Kelly (third and fourth from left) receive a cheque on behalf of the Kerry Cancer Support Group from Kerins O’Rahillys GAA Club Chairman Oliver Hurley. Also included is the Race Committee Caitriona O’Sullivan, Tony Corridon, Frank O’Connor and Pat Flavin. Photo by Dermot Crean
KERRY Cancer Support Group, represented by Manager Breda Dyland and office administrator Trish Kelly, were the grateful recipients of a cheque for €572 presented by Kerins O’Rahillys GAA club on Tuesday evening.
The funds were generated from the annual 10K fun run in late January where hundreds took to the road to help the club and a great cause.
Kerins O’Rahillys have supported such local worthy causes as Inspire and Pieta House in the past through various fundraisers.
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Chairman Oliver Molloy presented the cheque and said he “was delighted to help Kerry Cancer Support Group as they provide vital support services to cancer patients and their families, raise awareness about cancer prevention, early detection and the importance of regular screenings.
They help create a sense of community and solidarity among those affected by cancer, reducing feelings of isolation and providing a network of support.”
The most recent fortnightly club lotto draw took place on Monday, May 13th at the club grounds. There was no jackpot or match 3 winner on this occasion. The numbers drawn were 3, 14, 18 and the bonus ball was 7.
Lucky Dip Winners were as follows:
€50 Brian Shanahan, Farranfore
€50 Teresa Foley, Milltown
€25 Diarmuid O’Sullivan, Killorglin
€25 Sean and Christina Lally, Ballyfinnane
€25 Katie Pigott, Keel
€25 Maire Twiss, Milltown
Our next club lotto draw is scheduled to take place on Monday, May 27th at 19:30pm in the Clubhouse where the jackpot will be €13,000. Get your draw tickets or renew your yearly tickets online on Clubforce or get your tickets for the next draw from all the usual local outlets. Mile búiochas do gach duine for playing Milltown/Castlemaine Clubs Fortnightly Fundraiser, the money raised is vital to the day to day running of our club and your support is sincerely appreciated.
GAA Football Review Committee: Survey
A survey is being shared with the wider GAA membership relating to the work of the Football Review Committee.
The committee, led by Jim Gavin, is evaluating the current rules and regulations of Gaelic football.
Milltown/Castlemaine GAA Club Members are encouraged to participate in the survey before it closes on June 30, 2024.
Survey Links are as follows:
English Version – https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=hrxFrNSvpUKfwz6H4bd_zhzfYsn8PmBBnoNH1dx2MrRUQ1VUSjhLT1I4SlpPWEg1VUc5OVA1RVEzNC4u
Nasc don suirbhé as Gaeilge / Irish Version – https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=hrxFrNSvpUKfwz6H4bd_zhzfYsn8PmBBnoNH1dx2MrRUOFhMTlg0WVdNOVgxV05TMVUwRTJMTkIySS4u
Milltown/Castlemaine GAA Club Gear Order: MFC Link Active!
MFC Club Gear Link – May 2024
MFC Sports have opened a new Milltown/Castlemaine GAAClub Order link for May 2024.
New Link:
The new MFC Sports link is https://link.mfc-sports.com/Link?link=3O4DSN
Link Closure:
The link will close on Friday, May 24th @ 09:00 and it WILL NOT be possible to order after that time, as the link automatically expires, and the submitted orders are sent for production.
To Order:
Please select the item(s) required from the options above; decide if initials are to be included (€2.50 per item) and then payment occurs for the full amount at checkout, with delivery occurring, approximately 6 weeks later. Please confirm your items, sizes and initials choice, prior to ordering.
More Information:
For more information on the MFC order process and details around sizing, amendments, refunds & return policies, please see the attached article: https://member.clubforce.com/newsrec.asp?LL_ID=2602&ID=28018
Kerry Petroleum Senior Club Football Championship: Group Stage Draw
The draw has been made for the 2024 Kerry Petroleum Senior Club Football Championship.
We have been paired with Dingle, Na Gaeil and Dr Crokes.
Our first fixture will be against Na Gaeil. Dates, times and venues to be confirmed in due course.
Congratulations: Presentation Secondary School Milltown – Brendan O’Shea Cup Winners
Huge congratulations to Presentation Secondary School Milltown’s U15.5 Football team and management who had a brilliant victory over Mercy Mounthawk this afternoon in the Brendan O’Shea Cup Final on a final score of 1-14 to 3-03 in the Kerry GAA Centre of Excellence, Currans. Milltown/Castlemaine had 11 players on the panel. Well done to all involved.
Acorn Life U21 County Football Championship: Round 1 Fixture
The Acorn Life U21 County Football Championship gets underway this week when Mid Kerry take on St. Brendan’s Board on Wednesday, May 22nd at 7:00pm in Páirc Naomh Erc, Kilmoyley. All support would be welcome for the lads, in particular those representing Milltown/Castlemaine GAA.
Credit Union County Senior Football League: Division 1, Round 7 Result and Round 8 Fixture
Milltown/Castlemaine’s Senior ‘A’ side travelled to Bishop Moynihan/Tim Linehan Park to take on Rathmore in Round 7 of the Credit Union County Senior Football League on Saturday, 18th May in Division 1 and came away with a six point defeat on a final score of 2-9 to 0-9.
Round 8 will take place on Sunday, 26th May when Milltown/Castlemaine welcome Spa Killarney to the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown with a throw-in time of 2:00pm. All support would be welcome for the lads in what is an important fixture.
Credit Union County Senior Football League: Division 6B, Round 7 Result and Division 6 Cup Opening Round Fixture
Milltown/Castlemaine’s Senior ‘B’ side travelled to take on Ballymacelligott on Friday, 17th May in Round 7 of the Credit Union County Senior Football League in Division 6B. After an end to end encounter, nothing could separate the two sides and it finished level pegging on a final score of 3-06 to 1-12. Following the conclusion of the group phase, we finished joint top of the table with Beaufort ‘B’ on 9 points, following 3 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeat. Well done to the players and management involved.
Milltown/Castlemaine ‘B’ have now advanced to the Division 6 Cup Competition and their first game will be this weekend against Ballylongford ‘A’ in Ballylongford. Date and time have yet to be confirmed so watch out on our social media channels in the next few days for further information.
Kellihers Toyota Central Region Division 3, Round 5 Result: Minors (U17s)
Milltown/Castlemaine 3-08 (17)
Kerins O’Rahillys/St. Pat’s Blennerville 1-12 (15)
Well done to the Milltown/Castlemaine U17s (Minors) squad and management who had a very good two point victory on Monday evening after a hard fought battle against top of the table Kerins O’Rahillys/St. Pat’s Blennerville in Blennerville.
They have now qualified for the semi-final next week with opposition, date, time and venue to be confirmed. The team has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat so far in the competition.
All-Ireland Senior Football Championship: Group 4, Round 1 Result and Round 2 Fixture – Cillian Burke Represents Milltown/Castlemaine GAA
Well done to the Kerry Senior Football Team and Management especially our own clubman, Cillian Burke who featured on Saturday afternoon against Monaghan in Fitzgerald Stadium, Killarney in a 0-24 to 1-11 victory. Cillian came off the bench in the second half and was on the ball a lot, contributing in no small part to the teams ten point victory.
Kerry will take on Meath in Round 2 of the Group Stage on the weekend of June 1st/2nd in Navan. Date and time to be confirmed.
Pricing is as follows:
Sam Maguire Cup Group Stage
Adult – €25
Student/OAP – €20
Juvenile (U16) – €5
Tickets will become available to purchase online in the coming days at the following link:
https://am.ticketmaster.com/gaa/
Alternatively tickets will also be available to purchase at participating Supervalu and Centra stores nationwide.
U7 Boys:
Milltown/Castlemaine’s U7 Boys are training at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown on a weekly basis. Training takes place at the moment on Saturday evening’s at 5:00pm. For more information please contact Colin McKenna on 087-0687653.
GAA 4 All:
Milltown/Castlemaine’s GAA 4 All training takes place weekly on Wednesday’s at 5:45pm at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown. For more information please contact Danny McClure on 087-6536631.
MC Minis:
Training commenced on Saturday 6th April in the Nagle Rice Community Centre at 9:30am and will continue weekly at the same time. This age group would be for boys born in 2019 and 2020 (Parent/Guardian required to be in attendance to assist) and for girls born in 2018, 2019 or 2020 (Parent/Guardian required to be in attendance to assist). For more information please contact Caitlyn Corkery on 087-2471416.
U8 Girls:
Training is on Saturday mornings at 9:15am at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown. This age group is for girls born in 2016 and 2017. For more information please contact Derry O’Sullivan on 087-7550401.
U9 Boys:
Training is on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6:15pm at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown. This age group is for boys born in 2015 and 2016. For more information please contact Garry Murphy on 087-9432746.
U10 Girls:
Training is on Monday evening’s at 6:00pm at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown. This age group is for girls born in 2014 and 2015. For more information please contact Tommy Cronin on 087-1227099.
A fantastic day for club and county on Saturday afternoon in Mallow Sports Complex. Huge congratulations to Kerry Ladies Gaelic Football on clinching their first Munster title since 2017 and also to our Under 10 girls who kept the crowd well entertained at half time in their exhibition match.
Thank you to the senior ladies for taking time with our girls afterwards to sign autographs and pose for pics.
U11 Boys: County Go Games Update – Phase 2
Training continues on Thursday, May 23rd at 6:30pm at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park and the next game in the Go Games Series – Phase 2 will be on Thursday week, May 30th with opponent, time, date and venue to be confirmed yet.
Training is on weekly for both the Green and White teams. For more information or if you are new to the area and would like to join please contact Haulie Clifford on 087-6932126.
Milltown/Castlemaine’s Green team took on Austin Stacks on Sunday at Connolly Park, Tralee in Division 1A (Phase 2, Round 2) and went down to a defeat against the Tralee side.
Milltown/Castlemaine’s White team also faced Austin Stacks at the earlier time of 5:30pm last Sunday at Connolly Park in Division 13A (Phase 2, Round 2) and they had a very good win.
In Round 3 on Sunday evening, May 26th, Milltown/Castlemaine’s Green and White teams will take on Listowel Emmets at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown with the games throwing in at 5:30pm and 7:00pm respectively. All support would be welcome for the lads.
U14 Girls:
Continuing on the positive vibes on Sunday evening for the club:.
Our Under 14s were home to Glenflesk in their 3rd county league game overcoming a talented away team in what could only be described as pitch perfect conditions, displaying excellent team work, determination and executing some beautiful scores ..
As always thanks to the coaches, parents, supporters, referee, & Glenflesk for a sporting contest.
U15 Boys: Lee Strand County Football League – Division 9 Semi-Final Fixture
Milltown/Castlemaine’s U15 Boys ‘B’ team are in County League Semi-Final action on Wednesday, May 22nd when they take on Kerins O’Rahillys/St. Pats Blennerville at 7:00pm at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown. All support would be most welcome for the lads.
Credit Union County Senior Football League: Division 1
Round 1 – Glenflesk (Home on Saturday, March 23rd at 2:00pm) – Lost 1-17 to 1-08
Round 2 – Ballymacelligott (Neutral on Saturday, March 30th at 5:00pm in Caherslee, Tralee) – Drew 1-8 to 1-8
Round 3 – Laune Rangers (Home on Sunday, April 7th at 2:00pm in the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown) – Lost 0-7 to 0-4
Round 4 – Kerins O’Rahillys (Away on Sunday, April 21st at 3:00pm in Healy Park, Ballyrickard) – Won 4-06 to 1-12
Round 5 – Killarney Legion (Home on Saturday, April 27th at 6:30pm in the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown) – Lost 0-12 to 0-11
Round 6 – Kilcummin (Away on Saturday, May 4th at 7:00pm in Kilcummin) – Lost 0-16 to 1-12
Round 7 – Rathmore (Away on Saturday, May 18th at 7:30pm in Bishop Moynihan Park, Rathmore) – Lost 2-9 to 0-9
Round 8 – Spa Killarney (Home on Sunday, May 26th at 2:00pm in the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown)
Round 9 – Dingle (Away)
Round 10 – Dr. Crokes (Home)
Round 11 – An Ghaeltacht (Away)
Credit Union County Senior Football League: Division 6B
Round 1 – Dr. Crokes ‘C’ (Home on Sunday, April 14th at 2:00pm – Rescheduled Fixture This Weekend) – Won 2-09 to 1-10
Round 2 – Beaufort ‘B’ (Away on Sunday, March 31st at 2:00pm, Finished a draw) – Drew 1-08 to 0-11
Round 3 – Kenmare Shamrocks ‘B’ (Home on Saturday, April 6th at 6:30pm, Won the match) – Won 2-6 to 1-5
Round 4 – St. Michaels/Foilmore ‘B’ (Away on Sunday, April 21st at 1:00pm in Foilmore) – Lost 2-10 to 0-10
Round 5 – John Mitchels ‘B’ (Away on Sunday, April 28th at 4:00pm in Ballyseedy, Tralee) – Drew 1-9 to 1-9
Round 6 – Spa Killarney ‘B’ (Home on Bank Holiday Monday, May 6th at 7:00pm in the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown) – Won 1-12 to 0-06
Round 7 – Ballymacelligott ‘B’ (Away on Friday, May 17th at 7:30pm in Ballymacelligott) – Draw 3-06 to 1-12
County Senior Football Development League:
Group 1:
Austin Stacks ‘C’
Beaufort ‘C’
Fossa ‘C’
Laune Rangers ‘C’
Milltown/Castlemaine ‘C’
Rathmore ‘C’
All Welcome To Join In:
Milltown/Castlemaine GAA are continuously looking for help within our club and at this time of year we would like to invite more coaches to come on board for the 2024 season. Parents’ involvement in their child’s sport increases the likelihood that they play sport and enjoy involvement for life. Don’t just drop and go, be a part of their journey. You may be able to help coach, hand out bibs or organise a social outing for the team. You may be able to keep track of any information that the coach needs. If you are interested in any voluntary role within the club just send us a message on our social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram or Twitter/X) or text Coaching Officer Ian Twiss on 0872521053.
Milltown Bowling Club:
New Year, New hobby.
Want to try something new and fun then come along to Milltown Nagle Rice community centre and have a go at short mat bowls.
All you need is just a pair of comfortable shoes for two hours of gently rolling bowls along a 1.8 meter wide x 12 meter long mat.
A timber block is placed midway along the mat and the aim of the game is to roll a bowl along the mat, avoiding the block and touching a yellow ball called the “Jack” at the opposite end.
A wooden fender is placed at both ends to keep the bowls from rolling off the mat end.
Nearest bowl to the Jack after 9 ends scores, the more of your bowls closer than your opponent the more you score.
All training and guidance will be provided along with the use of club bowls to get you started.
Once you get going then we have league and cup competitions, friendly individual and group matches along with the opportunity to play other clubs within Kerry.
Sounds simple!!!
Well the only way to find out is to come along and have a go.
First night is free and it’s only a fiver then per night for two hours of fun and learning to play one of the fastest growing indoor sports for all age groups in Ireland.
Milltown bowls club looks forward to seeing you on Tuesday and Friday nights at 8pm.
Milltown Tidy Towns: Volunteers Needed
Join Milltown Tidy Towns – We need your help. Meeting every Thursday at 6.30pm at The Old Milltown Community Hall. This is an opportunity for local businesses, families and anyone with an interest in creating “a sense of place” in Milltown. All welcome, no experience required. Please call Therese on 089-4767279 for further information or log onto Milltown Tidy Towns Facebook page.
Our clothing recycling collection is still happening so we urge you to clean out your wardrobes of all unwanted clothes, sheets, blankets, towels, curtains, shoes etc and drop them to the Paddy Burke Memorial Park in Milltown.
This is a wonderful way of doing your bit for the environment and raising much needed funds for our club at the same time.
Club Merchandise:
Milltown/Castlemaine GAA club gear and merchandise is now available to buy online from the Club Shop.
The Club Shop contains details of the large amount of branded Milltown-Castlemaine & Kerry stock we have available within the club, for immediate delivery, please use the link to check stock levels and sizes.
https://milltowncastlestore.sumupstore.com/
Items for the Club Notes
If you have any items for inclusion in the weekly notes, then please contact the club’s PRO Dara O’Connor on 086 268 8674 before 20:00 on Sundays.
Team Updates
For anyone New to the Area, who would like to get involved with the club, please contact Ian Twiss on 087 252 1053.
Team Enquiries
If you want to join your local club, one of the fastest growing clubs in the county, please contact Ian Twiss on 087 252 1053.
General Enquiries
For any other queries, please send an email to our Secretary or Chairperson at the following addresses:
secretary.milltowncastlemaine.kerry@gaa.ie
or
chairperson.milltowncastlemaine.kerry@gaa.ie
For emergencies, please call 087 409 3530 (Club Mobile Phone).
