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Na Gaeil GAA Club News

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Lotto results: Lotto Tue 1st October 2024. Numbers drawn were 4, 5, 23, 28. No winner. Lucky dip winners of €20 were Mag Shanahan, Rebecca McCarthy, Siobhán Lacey, Micheál De Mháir, Julie Fitzgerald. Our next draw will be tomorrow night (Tuesday) and the jackpot will be €2,900. Why not try your luck in our lotto. The links is as follows:https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Na%20Gaeil%20CLG/lotto

Bingo: Tonight (Monday) our Mini Accumulater Jackpot House will be worth €280 in 48 calls. Also Split the Bucket and raffle prizes galore. Starting time is 8pm sharp. 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.

Pop-Up Gaeltacht: Maidin aoibhinn gréine agus sinn ag Pop Up Gaeltacht Na Gaeil eile. Go leor leor craic agus spraoi ag cleachtadh ár gcúpla focal agus ag ól caife le comhluadar álainn. ‘Cleachtadh a dheineann máistreacht’ !!!!! (practice makes perfect)

Annual Race Night: Our annual Race Night will go ahead this year on Friday 29th November in the clubhouse. More details to follow.

New-Look Website: Our new-look website is now active thanks to the great work of Kieran Fitzgerald. Check it out on www.nagaeil.ie.

Volunteer Appreciation Night: We are lucky to have so many dedicated volunteers in Na Gaeil helping out in many diverse areas including coaching, catering, pitch maintenance, bingo, lotto and Scór to name just a few. The club would like to invite each of these volunteers to an appreciation night in the clubhouse next Friday 11th October at 8pm to enjoy some ceol, craic, bia agus deoch!

Sky Sports: We are delighted to say that the clubhouse is now showing all the major Premier League soccer games on the big screen.

Junior Cert: Go n-éirí le gach duine getting their Junior Cert results on Wednesday.

Kerry Ladies Team Photo: Anyone or any business interested in buying a framed photo of our All Ireland winning Kerry senior ladies team can contact any of our 5 senior players, Deirdre, Brid, Eilis, Jadyn or Mary, or text 0873400206 for more details. All money raised will go towards the team holiday.

Suicide Alertness Training: Free SafeTALK training will take place in Tralee as follows: in Meadowlands Hotel on Wednesday, 2nd October 2024 from 10am–1:30pm. The booking link can be found here: https://bookwhen.com/suicideprevention-trainingkerry#focus=ev-syxv-20240920100000

Fé 15 buachaillí: Good luck to our u15 boys who take on Ardfert next Wednesday in Caherslee at 6.30pm in the Town Board/St. Brendan’s Championship.

Fé 17 buachaillí: Our minor team will be presented with their County League winners medals in the clubhouse on Friday 18th October at 7.45pm.

Tralee/St. Brendan’s Senior Championship: Na Gaeil have been drawn against Kerins O’Rahillys in Round 1. Date & venue TBC.

Changes to Car Park: We would like to make patrons aware of the new wheelchair accessible parking bays and the yellow box for ambulance parking which were added to the club’s car parks earlier this year. Please keep them free at all times for people who need them.

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.

Club History: During the year Michael Golden spent many hours putting together a list of notable club results & other information about the club since its foundation in 1978. This can now be found on our new website (www.nagaeil.ie). Click on the three lines in the top right hand corner. Select “About” then “Results over the Years”.

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 9am 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. Tá fáilte roimh chách.

Seanfhocal na Seachtaine: Tús maith leath na hoibre. A good start is half the battle.
 
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.

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Tralee Parnells GAA Club News

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Academy Awards Night

Our end of season night took place in CBS primary school last Friday night, where our young hurlers and camogie players were presented with their awards by our very successful camogie & hurling Féile teams, followed by a disco and very motivating speeches – it is a night that will be remembered for some time.

Tralee Parnells Academy players who were presented with their medals at the end of season awards night in CBS Primary school last Friday night

Thank you to everyone who gave their time throughout the year and to the parents & players for attending. Also thank you to Tralee CBS Primary for use of the venue.

Fundamental Movement Workshops
The club will be beginning fundamental movement workshops every Tuesday for the next number of weeks for Primary School children in CBS Primary Hall.

This will be a fun programme to develop the fundamental movements needed for health, hurling and camogie with lots of fun games focusing on Agility, Balance, Coordination, Running, Jumping, throwing and catching to name a few. Workshops kick off on Tuesday 8th October at 6pm for 1st-3rd classes (boys & girls) and from 7pm for 4th-6th classes. All are welcome. No hurleys or helmets required.

Tralee Parnells U14 camogie team that played Cillard last Sunday

U14 Camogie
Well done on Sunday to our U14 camogie players on another great game against a strong and skillful Cillard team. Hopefully the final game of the season will be played next Sunday the 13th to round off a great season for this bunch of players. Our thanks to Cillard and to referee John Hennessy

Under 21
Our Under 21s will play their County Championship quarter final on the weekend of 11/12/13 October vs Crotta/Kilmoyley in Caherslee.

Scór na nÓg
Scór na nÓg county final takes place Nov 9th.
If any one is interested please contact Damien Kissane on 0830486976

The Events for Scór are:
Figure/Ceilí Dancing
Solo Singing
Ballad Group
Recitation/ Scèalaìocht
Novelty act/ Nuachleas
Instrumental Music
Set Dancing
Table Quiz.

Lotto
Many thanks to all the parents that supported the Club Lotto at last Friday’s Juvenile awards! If you missed out, you can play at https://traleeparnells.clubforce.com/products/tralee-parnells-gaa-lotto All proceeds go towards the running of the Club so please support.

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Ballymacelligott GAA Club News

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Senior Ladies

Today was not their day but we are so proud of our senior ladies who put up a mighty performance against Abbeydorney today, game went to extra time and our ladies never gave up. They were a credit to their club, families and parish,

It was fantastic to see such a big support to cheer on our ladies and their management team,

Under 15 Boys

Our under 15 boys are playing John Mitchels in semi-final of Tralee Town League on Monday at 7,45pm

Under 9 Boys

Our U9 boys were invited to play in John Mitchels on Sunday morning, everyone played well, well done boys and thanks to John Mitchels for inviting us

Academy

We held no academy this week, we would like to thank all the parents for bringing our younger players to support our Senior Ladies

Scor

Calling all dancers, singers, musicians, storytellers and quiz teams for Scor nan Og under17s

Call Josephine 0861607355

Lotto

On Monday 30th September the Lotto draw took place live from Glenduff Manor with Eddie O’Connell who was assisted by Gearoid Jones. Joanne Long was on camera. There was no winner of this week’s Jackpot of €3300.

Congratulations to the lucky dip winners this week:

€30.00 – The Silles Family (Annual Ticket)

€20.00 – Mary Ellen O’Shea (Q.P)

€20.00 – Bernadette Regan (A.T) Next Jackpot is €3,400 and the draw will take place on Monday 7th October 2024.

Play Ball Lotto Ticket sales close at 6 pm sharp online. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2258&PC=0&RP=#Anchor or from our regular sellers Paula Silles and Maureen O Shea .

Quick Pick Envelopes are available at The Half Way Shop, O Riadas Bar and Restaurant and Glenduff Manor. The closing time for Quick Pick (paper) entries will be 4 pm on Mondays (The Halfway and O’Riada’s) and Sunday evenings from Glenduff Manor to facilitate the draw. Your continued support is very much appreciated for the day to day running costs of our club.

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REPORT: Warriors Dispel Demons With Impressive Away Win

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Alan Cantwell reports on the Garveys Tralee Warriors opening game in the InsureMyVan.ie Men’s Super League 2024/2025 season…

UCC Demons 80

Garvey’s Tralee Warriors 93

After weathering a first quarter onslaught by the reigning National Cup champions, Garvey’s Tralee Warriors completely turned the game around from trailing by 30-16 at quarter time, to leading 52-47 at half time before going on to secure a comfortable 93-80 win over UCC Demons at the Mardyke Arena in the opening round of the InsureMyVan.ie Mens Super League on Sunday.

The Warriors had to withstand an all-out attack by Demons in the opening quarter that yielded the Cork side 30 points with the Demons dangerman Elijah Tillman, Toby Christensen and Roosevelt Davis all in range.

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The Warriors resistance came in the form of scores from Eoin Quigley, Daniel Jokubaitis and new American point guard Marquavian Stephens who was impressive early on.

A late major effort from Stephens cut the Demons lead to 30-16 at quarter time and seemed to spark a Warriors revival.

Warriors new American guard Brandon Mahan, who hardly had an open look in the opening quarter, lit up spectacularly in the second quarter to fire in 15 points from inside and outside the arc.

Rap Buivydas, Gregorio Adon and Stephens also found scores easier to come by as Demons defensive effort struggled to contain the Warriors offensive threat.

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Major scores from James Hannigan, Christensen and American Sean Clancey kept Demons in the game but at half time the Warriors assumed control to lead by 52-47.

Mahan continued to torment the Demons rearguard with a huge three early in the third and when Gregorio Adon and Stephens also found the basket from close range, the Warriors advantage was out to double digits.

The Demons cause suffered a double blow midway through the quarter when a lack of discipline by Sean Clancey saw him ejected with Toby Christensen fouled out soon after.

However the Cork side rallied with threes from James Hannigan and Carlton Cuff and with Warriors losing captain Eoin Quigley with his fifth foul, the game was back in the melting pot with Tralee leading by just 70-63 at three quarter time.

A hat trick of major scores from Buivydas, Jokubaitis and Mahan restored order for the Warriors early in a scrappy fourth quarter as the visitors regained control of the contest.

Demons again struggled to create anything to seriously challenge the Warriors dominance and were limited to scores from Lehane, Davis and Cuff that simply added respectability to the scoreline.

Another trademark three from Jokubaitis and a late volley from the outstanding Gregorio Adon eased the Warriors to a comfortable 93-80 win in the end.

UCC Demons: Elijah Tillman 14, Sean Clancey 13, Roosevelt Davis 11

Garvey’s Tralee Warriors: Gregorio Adon 23, Marquavian Stephens 21, Daniel Jokubaitis 18, Brandon Mahan 18

Next up for the Warriors is their first home game of the campaign when they host former arch rivals Templeogue in the Tralee Sports Complex on Saturday night with tip off at 7.30pm.

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John Mitchels GAA Club News

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Senior Men – Training takes place on Tuesday at 6.15pm

Mothers & Others Notes – Training continues on Monday evening at 7pm. If you’re looking for a way to get fit, make new friends, and have a laugh, come along! No experience necessary. Contact Aisling on 087 2428358 for more information.

Minor Team – Our team are currently taking a well deserved break.

Academy – A great turnout this morning. Fantastic skills on display. We have only two weekends of training left so please make sure you make a special effort to keep attending as we prepare for our Sylvie Mason blitz in two weeks time.

John Mitchels and Ballymacelligott Under 9 Boys who played Go Games at John Mitchels on Sunday Morning

Under 9 Boys – John Mitchels U9 Boy’s hosted @ballymacelligott_gaa_club_ U9s on Sunday morning for some non competitive Go Games. Both side’s had great numbers resulting in more small sided teams ensuring everyone got plenty of football. Well done to both team’s for a fantastic morning’s football and we would like to wish Ballymac all the best in the rest of their season. Also thanks to George Bastible for reffing one of the games. Training for John Mitchels U9 Boys continues next Sunday from 10.15am All Newcomers Welcome!!

Under 8s and 10s Girls – A great session by the girls this morning. Please keep up the training at home and practise your skills. See you all next week.

Under 12 and 13 Girls – John Mitchels Under 13 girls play Milltown/Castlemaine in the Club Championship final at home on Monday at 5.45pm. All support would be massively appreciated.

Under 14 and 16 Girls – Our Under 15 girls played Beale in the semi-final of the County Championship  where there was a  tremendous performance by the team in what were the worst of weather conditions. Time and venue tbc re the final in the Championship where we will play either Duagh or Shannonside Tarbert.

Under 11 Boys – Our older Under 11’s travelled to Milltown on Sunday for a blitz. We were drawn in a group with Listry and Beaufort. First up we faced Listry and were well in the game at half time but unfortunately Listry were that bit stronger near the end and came out winners in a tight affair.

Next up we faced Beaufort and despite trailing by a point at half time we turned the tables after the break and were able to score at will and dominate a very good Beaufort team. Scoring a remarkable 5-07 in 16 minutes of football in total most of which was in the second half. That scoreline was enough to see us top the group which was a fantastic achievement for this group of players.

We faced Churchill in the semi-final who were very strong in our recent encounter. The boys battled well and were unlucky to not tag on a few goals with the width of a post depriving them of a goal at a crucial juncture. Unfortunately it was not to be and this is where we exited the competition. All credit to each and every one of the players who emptied the tank and gave everything.

Thanks to Milltown\Castlemaine for a well run event as always. We are nearing the end of the season and will train one last time on Sunday before the annual Sylvie Mason blitz the following week.

Under 13 Boys –John Mitchels are due to play Austin Stacks in a town league final. Details of this final to be organised in the coming days and will be sent out via our social media channels.

Under 14 & 15 Boys – We play Austin Stacks at home on Monday night at 7.45pm in the semi-final Tralee Town League. All support would be much appreciated.

Bingo – Continues Wednesday and Friday at 8.00PM at the John Joe Sheehy Road. Over 18s only. ID must be provided on request. Please note the change of time to 8pm. Thanks to all our bingo patrons for their continued support. It is appreciated by all of us in the club where the monies raised from bingo go to support the juvenile section of the club.

Lotto – John Mitchels GAA Club Lotto Results: Sunday 6th October 2024. This week’s Lotto numbers are 9, 10, 11 & 31. The numbers today were drawn by Brid McElligott and George Lowe.  There was no winner of the Jackpot of €4,350.00. Congratulations to our three lucky dip winners this week:

€25.00: Angela McLarnon

€25.00: Mary Kelleher

€25.00: John McEniry

Next week’s Jackpot is €4,400.00 and the draw will take place on Facebook Live on Sunday 13th October 2024 at 11am. Ticket sales close at 9am sharp. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3LlAIYu

We thank you for all your support.

Sympathies – Sympathies from John Mitchels GAA Club  to the families of those who have recently experienced a bereavement.

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St Pats GAA Club News

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Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club lotto of €3100 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 01,16,27 & 28. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

1.      Seamus Trant Curraheen
2.      Kate Byrne Curraheen
3.      Jason Sinnott Derryquay Online
4.      Mary O’Shea Daly Ballyard
5.      Janette Murphy Killelton

Next week’s Lotto will have a Jackpot of €3200 and the draw will take place on Sunday Night 13/10/2024 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 Quane
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.

50th Celebration

St Pats are delighted to announce that we will be commemorating our 50 years of our club on Saturday 16th of November in the Rose Hotel. Drinks Reception from 6.30pm followed by Dinner and Dancing until late. Tickets are €55 per person, Text 0876964673 to book your ticket. Please keep an eye on social media and local outlets for date and time of local ticket sales night.

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Parish League

A super end of season for St Pats Juveniles. We finished off our year with the hugely popular Parish Leagues where we had huge battles between “The West” “Dingle Way” “Windmill” and “The Bridge.”  We had two tournaments, one for our U8 and U10 girls and also our U9 and U11 boys.

After they paraded around the pitch following our fantastic Piper Leanne McCarthy, they played three rounds of football and then they played out a Shield Final and a President’s Cup final. We were delighted to have our Club President Christy Murphy and Ciara Butler our Kerry goalkeeper join us to give out the awards. We were joined also on the day by our Parish League sponsor Kieran O’Shea of O’Shea’s Gala in Blennerville.

We would like to congratulate all our players for a fantastic year of football and especially all our coaches for their huge efforts throughout the year.

U5’s

Thanks for supporting our end of season club day! We had a fantastic of under 5s for fun and games on the astroturf. They loved the parents getting stuck in with highly competitive sack races, 3- legged races and tug of war! We are delighted to have such a big group of under 5s this year. We urge you all to keep enjoying playing, running, jumping, hopping, skipping, and practicing ball skills over the winter. We hope you were inspired by Kerry Ladies Football star Ciara Butler who kindly game up her time to present the medals to all our juvenile players. Thanks so much to all the parents who helped with setting up, catering and clean up. It is very much appreciated. We look forward to welcoming more of you to our coaching team next year!!  Well done on a great season! Go St Pats!!

Blennerville/Ballyard Community Games AGM

After a successful year with great individual and team participation we welcome you to BLENNERVILLE/ BALLYARD Community Games AGM and Planning for 2025.

Thursday 10th October at 8pm in Blennerville Community Rooms Please support and get involved.

CPR

St Pats GAA Healthy Club Is Hoping to Run a Basic Life Support First Aid CPR 4 Hour Certified Course. Please Contact Fiona If Interested On 0860588392

Derryquay National School Open Day

Derryquay National School Open Day Saturday October 12th from 12-2pm, alternatively call 066-7130269 to arrange an appointment.

St Brendan’s Board

St Brendan’s Board came away with a win against Kenmare Shamrocks last weekend, the draw was made for the semifinal of the Senior Football Championship. The draw pairings were as follows Dr Crokes V St Brendan’s Board on Saturday 12th of October at 5pm in Austin Stacks Park and East Kerry V Dingle on Sunday 13th of October at 2pm in Austin Stacks Park.

Congratulations

To all our Junior Certificate Students who receive their results on Wednesday.

To our CBS 1st Years but especially our own Jace Flynn and his teammates for a third-place finish in the cross-country relay competition in Killarney on 29th of September.

Congratulations to Mercy Mounthawk on making into the O’Sullivan Cup Final against Tralee CBS, our own Ben Sharp played Full back for the full game. Another one of our own is Tomas Sheehy on the panel and Luke Mulligan coach of Mercy Mounthawk.

To our U13 players who played with Tralee CBS 1st years in the first round of Kerry GAA Post Primary Schools First Year blitzes in Caherslee and Duagh over the past week. Well done lads.

To Ivan Hurley and Tim Moynihan on winning gold with their Radio Kerry Weekend Sports programme in the category of Sports Programme Local/Regional at IMRO Awards recently.

To Tim Moynihan who also won Silver in the category of Sports Broadcaster of the Year Local/Regional at IMRO Awards recently.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Pat Joe Dowling Ardfert.

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Kerins O’Rahillys GAA Club News

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County Championship:

St Brendans prevailed in their quarter final bout with Kenmare Shamrocks having two points to spare at the finish, 0-16 to 0-14.

We had 6 players on the starting XV, Tom Hoare, David Moran, Tomás Kennedy, Jack Savage, Barry John Keane and Tommy Walsh with Ben Hanafin introduced as a 2nd half substitute.

The semi final draw will see St Brendans face off against Dr Crokes, impressive winners over Rathmore on Sunday  with the game going ahead on Saturday evening next 12th October in Austin Stack Park with a throw-in time of 5 pm.

Tralee/St Brendan’s Board:

We have drawn Na Gaeil in the Tralee/St Brendan’s board championship with the game to take place in Killeen – fixtures once known will be posted on social media platforms.

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Juvenile Academy:

And that’s a wrap for another year. Our Juvenile Academy came to an end on a sunny Sunday fun filled morning.

As always our committee and coaches go above and beyond to ensure all the children have a fantastic last morning in the academy for all their hard work throughout the year.

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The morning’s events started off with two of our very own football stars Tommy Walsh and David Moran joining us to take group pictures with all age groups. The groups were then assigned to the different stations that were set up throughout the pitch.

The most popular station was the obstacle course which involved having to crawl under nets, walk the plank and make your way through a black pipe. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed this.

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Second station set up was speed testing to see who could run a set distance in the fastest time.   On to the third station where they enjoyed fun games from Its My Party including a football dart board and Basketball.  The fourth and final station involved a  tug of war which got very competitive at times and penalty shoot out against Max the Dog who was in goal.

There was an area set up for our smaller juveniles to enjoy themselves also.  Everyone enjoyed tea and coffee along with some delicious treats from Der Sullivan’s who are always so kind and generous to the club.  To finish off the day all our juveniles received their medals and plenty of treats.

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All the work that has gone on in our Club would not be possible without the amazing volunteers we have on our committee and coaching side of the house.  We are so lucky to have so many enthusiastic and dedicated people who go above and beyond always.

So a huge thank you to all our coaches and committee members, take a bow and enjoy the well deserved break.  Thank you to all our Juvenile players for coming to training and games, week in week out.

And finally thank you to the parents for their continued trust and support, we really appreciate each and every one of you.  We will return to our Academy Training in February 2025.   Please ensure you keep an eye on clubzap for more information.

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Our U9 boys have a blitz taking place in a few weeks. We ask all parents to please keep an eye on their clubzap.

The Strength and Conditioning winter program is being rolled out to our U11 and older groups. Further details in relation to this will be communicated through clubzap.

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Club Gear:

We’re thrilled to share that our Christmas Order Portal, kindly provided by McKvr Sports, is live! Explore our exciting new range of gear and place your orders today.

Important: The portal is only open for a short time—don’t miss out! The closing date is at the top of the page when you open the link.

Once the portal closes, you won’t be able to order until the next window after Christmas. All sales are final and cannot be changed, so please double-check your order.

Ladies Notes: 

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U14 Girls:

Our Under 14s had an impressive win over Na Gaeil in the North Kerry League at their home pitch on Wednesday night.

Our girls put in a solid first half, with Allie Kerins and Lily Hussey dominating midfield and Lexi Keane a constant threat in front of goals. But it was the introduction of Taylor Kate Leane in the second half that put the game well and truly out of the home side’s reach. Great to have you back Taylor!

But that said, it was a super team performance – from our goalie Eve O’Sullivan right through to the forwards and each of our subs who came on.

They showed what a strong force they can be when they play as a team.

Special mention to Sennait Forester who had a blinder at full back.

Final score 5-11 to 3-5.

We play Na Gaeil again in the Shield Final, date to be decided.

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U15 Girls:

Our U15 Girls were away to Beaufort in the Championship Semi Final Sunday evening.

KOR took the lead after 30 seconds with a great goal from Aimee, Beaufort were in fighting form and came back with 2 points. Aimee scored another point after we had a few misses with two more points following  from Aoife.

Beaufort battled on and our backs worked hard to keep them from scoring. Molly played outstanding in goals and saved a penalty just before halftime. At half time we were down by 1 point but that made our girls more determined for the win.

Second half our girls came back strong along with Taylor Kate just back from injury, our backs played great, especially Caragh and Mia who had an outstanding game. We had more great scores from Aimee, Aoife, Lexi and Allie. Great team effort by all  and they go on to the Final.

Final score :

Kerins O’Rahillys 6-11

Beaufort 1-9

The U16’s Blitz will take place this Saturday 12th October 2024 to commemorate Brenda Hartnett O’ Connell. The Blitz will be held in both Ballyrickard and Kerins O’ Rahilly’s main pitch.

All clubs are asked to be there for the draw at 9.30am in Ballyrickard. Competition will start at 10.15am / 10.30am. We are delighted to host this Blitz in memory of our dear friend Brenda who is missed by all throughout our club.

U17 Girls:

Our U17 girls will play Beaufort in the Championship Final this Tuesday evening. Venue to be confirmed so please keep an eye on our social media pages.

Mothers and Others:

This group is still continuing on for the winter months by taking part in a couch to 5km program led by our very own Frank O’Connor. The group are meeting twice a week and hope you all  take part in the annual KOR run which takes place January 2025.

Your club, your voice:

We would love to hear from you with any items of interest or suggestions – send us a message via Messenger on Facebook or the club phone – 085 2095001.

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Katie Urges Kerry Public To Host ‘Big Pink Breakfast’

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Katie Browne

BREAST cancer survivor Katie Browne, originally from Ballybunion, now living in Kildare, is supporting the Irish Cancer Society’s Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign and encouraging the public to host a Big Pink Breakfast to help fund vital breast cancer support services and life-changing breast cancer research projects.

Katie Browne, who was diagnosed aged just 39, has a family history of breast cancer and was diagnosed with the disease in May 2023.

She had a lumpectomy, chemotherapy and radiation therapy and is now “on the other side” of her cancer treatment. She recently ran a half-marathon, raising over €4,500 for the Irish Cancer Society.

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“I would encourage everyone to please get behind the Big Pink Breakfast campaign, a huge amount of the funding for the Irish Cancer Society’s breast cancer support services and breast cancer research projects comes from donations made by the public. If you are at all able, please support this important cause.”

This October the Irish Cancer Society is encouraging people to host a Big Pink Breakfast in their homes, workplaces, communities and colleges to raise funds to support breast cancer support services such as free counselling, transport to treatment, Night Nursing and much more. Funds raised will also be used to fund ground-breaking breast cancer research projects.

To learn more or get involved, please visit: www.cancer.ie/pink

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Over €650,000 Allocated To Kerry Organisations Under CLÁR Funding

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OVER €650,000 in funding has been allocated for organisations in Kerry under the 2024 CLÁR programme.

The funding will support the development of sports and outdoor facilities such as playgrounds and walkways as well as the upgrading of community centres and local halls.

Welcoming the news, Minister for Education and Kerry Fianna Fáil TD, Norma Foley said: “I am delighted that projects in Kerry will receive over €650,000 for new walkways, playground, community halls and other vital community facilities.”

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“The funding will go towards a refurbished community playground in Lixnax, a new outdoor seating area with wheelchair accessible toilets in Listry GAA club, a community walkway with lighting for Ballyheigue GAA club, a public amenity area in Brosna village and a walking path and sensory garden for Lios Póil GAA club.

There is also funding for a community playground in Tulloha National School, a public playground in Castlemaine village, an upgraded car park and sensory garden for Milltown GAA club, a carpark with safe access for Castlegregory Celtic FC, a renovated community building in Sneem, a walkway extension with solar lighting in  Moyvane, floodlighting for Laune Rangers GAA club.”

“This round of CLÁR investment will help to enhance and upgrade a range vital outdoor community amenities which greatly enrich and improve the local amenities in those areas.”

The CLÁR (Ceantair Laga Árd-Riachtanais) programme is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development. It is a targeted investment programme for rural areas that aims to provide funding for small infrastructural projects in designated rural areas.

List of successful projects in Kerry under CLÁR 2024

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GAA, Sport

Draw Made For St Brendan’s Senior Football Championship

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Pictured at the launch of the 2024 Tralee/St Brendan’s SFC draw where John Breen, John Slattery (Secretary Tralee District Board), John Murphy Lee Strand, John Rice (Chairman Tralee District Board).

THE draw for the 2024 Tralee/St Brendan’s Senior Football Championship took place in Meadowlands  on Friday afternoon last.

John Murphy of Sponsor Lee Strand welcomed everyone to the draw and wished all participating clubs the best of luck in this year’s championship.

Tralee District Board chairman John Rice thanked Lee Strand for their continued support of the Tralee/St Brendan’s Championship.

The draw sees two clashes where the town teams face each other. Na Gaeil are home to Kerins O’Rahillys and Austin Stacks host John Mitchels.

Elsewhere, Ballymac will travel to Churchill while St Pat’s will face Ardfert in Blennerville. Fixture details will follow at a later date.

First named has home venue, extra time, in all quarter-finals.
Churchill v Ballymacelligott,
St Pat’s v Ardfert,
Na Gaeil v Kerins O’Rahilly’s,
Austin Stacks v John Mitchels.

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Excitement Building Ahead Of TedX Tralee This Weekend

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SPEAKERS and delegates from around the country and beyond are en route to Tralee to take part in TEDxTralee 2024.

The community based event, with the theme of “You-unique”, see events on Friday and Saturday, with 20 speakers taking to the stage in Siamsa Tire this weekend.

Local curators and co-coordinators Bryan Carr and James Finnegan felt that after the stunning successes of TEDxTralee 2021 and 2022, whose talks have been viewed on the online worldwide TED platform nearly two million times, that there was a repeat opportunity to promote Tralee on the International TEDx map with another series of eclectic talks and presentations from local, national and international Speakers.

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“We are delighted, proud and honoured to be able to give these wonderful, inspiring and thought provoking Talks a platform, covering an eclectic range of subjects, from the personal to the global perspective,” said Bryan and James

“It was always the aspiration for our previous presentations to be just the start of a series of events promoting Tralee, Kerry and Ireland under the TEDxTralee Banner.

“We are also giving local artists and performers to opportunity to promote their talents with new compositions in music and dance composed especially for this event.”

Of course, nothing of this scale can be achieved in isolation, so TEDxTralee gratefully acknowledge the support of all their Partners especially the Rose Hotel, Kerry County Council, Discover Kerry and Siamsa Tire among other local businesses that are helping make this event possible.

Tickets and further details about all the speakers are available on  www.tedxtralee.ie and early booking is strongly advised.

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PHOTOS: Business Breakfast Kicked Off #TieDayFriday Fundraiser

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Pictured at the business breakfast were Darran Fitzgerald , Tommy Walsh , Jennifer Downing and Mike Stack . Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD ©

#TIEDAYFRIDAY 2024 for Kerry Mental Health Association kicked off with a fundraising business Breakfast attended by 100 people at Meadowlands Hotel.

Expert speakers Dermot Dennehy of Manage Remote Teams, Dee Lynch from Mental Health Ireland and Tralee businessman Dan O’Donoghue of Asentiv Ireland South gave advice on how to manage anxiety in a hybrid workplace.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic the number of employers that allow employees to work from home has increased three-fold and the panel of guests  offered attendees an insight to  work together to overcome the challenges of remote and hybrid working.

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Radio Kerry’s Elaine Kinsella and Andrew Morrissey also presented Kerry’s Full Breakfast live from the hotel .

For #tiedayfriday, school children, students, teachers as well as office, remote, hybrid and outdoor workers of all ages were asked to simply wear a tie, post a picture on social media and donate to www.KerryMentalHealth.ie/donate.

Proceeds from #TieDayFriday will assist with the cost of rolling out Free and affordable Mental Health First Aid and other mental health educational activities in Kerry. Scroll down for photos…

Pictured at the event were Don O’Neill and hubby Pascal Guillermie . Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD . ©
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Pictured at the event were Mary & George Sugrue . Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD . ©
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Contracts Signed For New Housing Development At Island Of Geese

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Pictured at Kerry County Council offices in Tralee were : Front L-R : Diarmuid Dineen , Ned O’Shea of Ned O Shea & Sons , Mayor of Kerry Councillor Breandán Fitzgerald and CEO KCC Martin O’Donoghue . Back L-R : John Kennelly KCC , Shane O’Shea Ned O’Shea & Sons , Shane Kavanagh KCC , Mikey Sheehy Mayor of Tralee and Michael O’Donoghue KCC . Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD

Construction work is due to commence shortly on the new housing development at the Island of Geese in Tralee.

Contracts were signed this week for the scheme which is located within the former Denny factory site at the Island of Geese in the town centre.

The development, named Tearmann na nGéanna, is located on Matt Talbot Road, and will consist of 22 one-bedroom apartments and five two-bedroom apartments.

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Kerry County Council have employed the technical advisory services of Van Dijk Architects for design development and Ned O’Shea & Sons Construction Ltd was recently awarded the construction contract.

The new scheme received Part 8 planning approval in 2022.

Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Breandán Fitzgerald welcomed the signing of contracts this week, adding that the new units would provide high-standard accommodation for many individuals and families in need of housing.

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REPORT: Kerry FC Defeated At Cobh Ramblers

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David Moriarty reports on Kerry FC’s away game against Cobh Ramblers last night…

COBH RAMBLERS 2-1 KERRY FC

Kerry FC travelled for their penultimate away game of the season as they travelled to St. Colman’s Park on Friday evening to take on Cobh Ramblers.

Kerry FC were looking to improve on the point they took away from Finn Harps last week and Cobh were looking for their second win on the bounce as they beat Athlone Town last Friday night.

With just a couple of games left in the season, both sides wanted to finish the season on a high which started with a wet night in Cobh.

Cobh took the lead early on through a penalty from Jason Abbott. Matthew McKevitt was played through on goal and tried to go around Antonio Tuta.

McKevitt won the duel with Tuta as the Croatian took him down with referee David Dunne having no hesitation in pointing to the spot. Abbott stepped up and placed the ball into the top right corner to give the hosts the lead.

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Kerry had their first real chance on goal in the nineteenth minute when Nathan Gleeson had possession of the ball just outside the eighteen yard box.

A flick up had Kerry FC looking for a penalty which was waved away, Nathan continued with the ball and got his shot off but it did not trouble Darragh Burke in the Ramblers goal who claimed the ball with ease.

The first sight on goal was a sign of more to come for Kerry FC as shortly after Cian Brosnan got the equaliser. A great ball through the channel into Brosnan was timed perfectly and Cian had no trouble in finishing the opportunity into the bottom left corner.

McGrath and Brosnan linked up once again seven minutes before halftime as a low cross into the area by Sean McGrath was met by Cian Brosnan at the near post but he could not get enough on the effort to divert it towards goal as Kerry FC finished the first half in a strong position.

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Kerry FC had a decent amount of possession at the beginning of the second half and Oran Crowe got the first real chance of the second forty-five.

A long shot from Crowe outside the area nestled off the side netting and from some angles it looked like it may have gone in but it was not to be for Kerry FC’s number four.

On the hour mark a nice bit of play from Nathan Gleeson led to an over the top pass to Sean McGrath. Just before Sean was able to pull the trigger the ball was cleared away by Cobh in a good piece of defensive play from the home team.

Although Kerry FC had the better chances and the most possession of the second half it would be Cobh who would regain their lead.

Dale Holland took a shot from just inside the box and was saved well by Antonio Tuta who put the ball out for a corner. The resulting corner was swung in and Jason Abbott rose highest and got his second goal of the night from a lovely header.

The game was then controlled by Cobh from there on out and they went away in the end with all three points. A special mention must come the way of Rob Vasiu who came on as a second half substitute to make his first appearance of the season after injury.

Now for Kerry FC they still sit ninth with Longford Town to still play at the weekend and Kerry look ahead to next week’s final away game of the season as they travel to Ferrycarrig Park to take on Wexford FC.

COBH RAMBLERS TEAM: 1. DARRAGH BURKE, 2. MICHAEL MCCARTHY, 5. BRENDAN FRAHILL, 10. JACK LARKIN, 16. DAVID BOSNJAK, 20. CHARLIE O’BRIEN, 27. DAVID EGUAIBOR, 28. DALE HOLLAND, 33. REGIX MADIKA, 38. LUKA LE BERVET, 39. JASON ABBOTT (C) (GOAL ‘ 7 PEN, ‘71).

SUBS: CATHAL O’HANLON, L. CURTIN, JUSTIN EGUAIBOR, DEAN LARKIN, PIERCE PHILLIPS, JAMES O’LEARY, NOLAN EVERS.

KERRY FC TEAM: 1. ANTONIO TUTA, 23. FINN BARRETT, 6. ETHAN KOS, 5. ANDY SPAIN (C), 3. SEAN O’CONNELL, 8. RONAN TEAHAN, 24. CIAN BARRETT, 7. SEAN MCGRATH, 13. NATHAN GLEESON, 10. VALERII DOLIA, 17. CIAN BROSNAN (GOAL ‘22).

SUBS: DAIRE FOLEY, VICTOR UDEZE, ROB VASIU, TOM HEALY, ANDREW KERINS, KENNEDY AMECHI, BOBBY AMADASUN

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Radio Kerry Strikes Gold Again At IMRO Awards

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Ivan Hurley and Tim Moynihan with the Gold award last night. Photo: Radio Kerry

Radio Kerry enjoyed some success at the IMRO Awards held at the Lyrath Hotel in Kilkenny last night.

The Weekend Sports programme won the Gold award in the Best Sports Programme Local/Regional category at the prestigious awards known as the ‘Radio Oscars’.

Tim Moynihan won a Silver award in the Sports Broadcaster Of The Year Local/Regional category and JJ O’Shea who won Bronze in the Specialist Music Broadcaster of the Year category.

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Sponsored: Create Magical Family Memories At The Ashe Hotel This Christmas

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A new Christmas experience is coming to The Ashe this December!

Join us this festive season for magic at The Ashe on Sunday 15th December. Enjoy a magical family lunch at Alfie’s Lounge and a memory-making meet and greet with the main man Santa.

During your experience enjoy a delicious festive two-course family lunch in decorative Alfie’s Lounge and after your meal step into the sparkling Lottie’s space for a special meet and greet with Santa by the cosy fireplace.

Children will receive a little gift from Santa and a digital family photo to capture the magic moment.

Magic at The Ashe is taking place on Sunday 15th December, €34 per adult and €20 per child.

Booking in advance is essential as there is limited times available. To Book call The Ashe Hotel on 0667106300 or email celebrate@theashehotel.ie today.

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Sponsored: 50% Off All Laser Hair Removal Treatments This Week At CHRC

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Unwanted hair is such an issue for both males and females so why not avail of our fantastic October offer for one week only, contact us via phone 086 0786120 or email chrc@bonsecours.ie from October 7th to 11th, to receive 50% off all laser hair removal treatments!

If you are tired of waxing, shaving, and plucking, maybe it is time for laser hair removal for more long-lasting results. Everybody’s hair growth will be different, and the number of treatments will depend on this.

All this will be discussed at your initial consultation where you will also have a patch test. After finishing the treatment, maintenance top ups may be required.

For most people, the convenience and the time saving are both key to starting laser hair removal. For others, the growth of hair and the density is making social situations difficult.

Long-term it saves both money and time. Ingrown hairs are also one of the many reasons why people opt for laser.

So, if you want to start your hair removal journey with us, contact us via phone 086 0786120 or email chrc@bonsecours.ie from October 7th to 11th, to receive 50% off all laser hair removal treatments and book your appointment now!

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Exciting Open Day Planned At Presentation Secondary School

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PRESENTATION Secondary School Tralee is preparing for its Open Day next Saturday, October 12, from 11am to 1pm.

Driving Academic Excellence Since 1809

At Presentation Secondary School Tralee, we are proud of our long-standing tradition of educating young girls and consistently surpassing national standards. Our commitment to academic excellence has produced top-performing students year after year.

Experience the ‘Tus Maith’ Induction Programme

Our incoming first-year students are welcomed with the unique ‘Tus Maith’ induction programme. This engaging experience introduces young minds to the exciting world of secondary education in a supportive and inclusive environment. Through interactive and enjoyable activities, students get a head start on their educational journey.

Explore a World of Opportunities

We offer a subject taster module, allowing students to explore all subjects and short courses before making their ultimate choices for the Junior Cycle. This ensures that every student finds their passion and excels in their chosen fields.

Dynamic Partnerships and Comprehensive Learning

Our extensive curricular offerings are enhanced by our dynamic school cooperation programme. This collaboration spans various subjects, including Construction Studies, Technology, IT Multimedia, and Photography, providing a transformative and comprehensive learning experience.

Nurturing Future Leaders

At Presentation Tralee, we believe in nurturing not just academic excellence but also cultivating future leaders. Our committed and experienced staff introduce students to a wide range of extracurricular activities, from sports and the arts to enterprise, innovation, and digital technologies.

Celebrating Milestones and Achievements

The year 2024 has been a remarkable one for us, with multiple milestones and successes some of which include:

• Pres Panthers: Awarded All Ireland Schools Basketball B Champions
• U 16.5 Camogie Team defended Junior Champions Title at the Kerry Group blitz
• BT Young Scientist: Overall Group Runner-Up
• Scifest: Winner Communications Award
• Microsoft Dreamspace Ambassador Programme: Platinum Award
• Texaco Children’s Art Competition: Special Merit Award
• Green School’s 6th Renewal Flag Re: Global Citizenship Litter & Waste
• Garda Youth Achievement Awards: Community Safety Award

Additionally, we are thrilled to announce a multi euro investment  to usher modernisation and expansions of our campus and faacilities combined with a €150,897 sports capital grant in September 2024. This will fund the installation of an astropitch, a fantastic development for our school campus and community.

Join Us for Our Open Day!

We invite you to join us for our Open Day Saturday October 12th at 11:00am and experience first-hand the vibrant and energetic environment at Presentation Secondary School Tralee. Discover how we drive academic excellence and nurture the leaders of tomorrow.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family!

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Finnegan On Films: Action, Drama And Swordplay On The Box

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With the rain teeming down outside, our movie guy, James Finnegan, looks at the movies on TV today and tonight to keep you entertained…

There is nothing like a Saturday film full of daring do, and 633 Squadron (Saturday 4pm RTE1) certainly fits the bill.

A Norwegian lieutenant, Erik Bergman (George Chakiris), gets to England during the Second World War with important information regarding the location of a Nazi rocket fuel plant.

RAF pilots, under Wing Commander Roy Grant (Cliff Robertson), are tasked with bombing the plant, but the capture of a resistance fighter threatens the plan.

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The plot is a bit dated, but the aerial action scenes are very good with a stirring score by Ron Goodwin.  It is not a true story but is based on a number of real RAF missions.

Sam Rockwell lends his vocal talents to the animated adventure The Bad Guys (Saturday 6.35pm RTE1).

A group of serial animal criminals, Mr Wolf, Mr Snake, Mr Shark, Mr Piranha and Ms Tarantula are finally caught.  They pretend to change their ways in order to avoid prison. However, one of the gang realises that he actually does want to lead a law-abiding life.

This looks amazingly colourful, and I can easily imagine the cast had great fun making this.  Their enjoyment comes through and is well worth a family watch.

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Good Night and Good Luck (Saturday 9.45pm TG4) is a fact based drama about American broadcast journalist Edward R Murrow’s stand against Senator McCarthy’s anti-communist witch hunts in the 1950’s.

Written, directed and staring George Clooney, this film boasts a stellar cast including Patricia Clarkson, Robert Downey Jr, Frank Langella, Jeff Daniels and David Strathairn as Murrow and was nominated for a number of awards.  The resonance with current times is disturbing.

In Absolute Power (Saturday 9.50 RTE2), a burglar, Luther Whitney (Clint Eastwood) flees a crime scene after witnessing a murder involving the US President (Gene Hackman)

However, a dogged detective Seth Frank (Ed Harris) is on his trail, and Whitney realises he must prove his innocence before shadowy secret service agents silence him for good.

Produced, written, directed and of course starring Clint Eastwood, it also stars Laura Linney, Judy Davis, Scott Glenn, Richard Jenkins and in his last screen appearance E.G. Marshall.

Fast and Furious 9 (Saturday 10.10 RTE1) has a plot that is hard to describe as I had little interest in F&F 1-8, but for you, gentle reader, I will try.

Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) is forced to postpone his retirement when Cipher, a dangerous cyber terrorist, escapes with the help of Dominic’s estranged brother who is also an international terrorist.

Again, the action sequences are spectacular, but I had no idea what was happening between them, and to whom, so have at it!

Excalibur (Sunday 12.45am RTE1) is John Boorman’s atmospheric take on the Arthurian legend.

Nigel Terry is the king whose peaceful reign is plunged into chaos by an affair and his scheming half-sister Morgana (Helen Mirren)

This also stars Nicol Williamson, Nicolas Clay, Cherie Lunghi, Gabriel Byrne, Liam Neeson and Patrick Stewart, many of who were making their big screen debut. Enjoy!

News

Know Your Rights: Partial Capacity Benefit

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Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…

Partial Capacity Benefit is a social welfare scheme which allows you to return to work or self-employment if you have reduced capacity to work as a consequence of your illness or disability and to continue to receive a payment from the Department of Social Protection (DSP).

How do I qualify for Partial Capacity Benefit?

If you are currently getting Illness Benefit (for a minimum of 6 months) or Invalidity Pension and wish to return to work, you may qualify for Partial Capacity Benefit if your capacity for work is reduced by your medical condition. You will qualify for Partial Capacity Benefit if your restriction on capacity for work is assessed as moderate, severe, or profound. If it is assessed as mild you will not qualify.

The work you do while on Partial Capacity Benefit does not have to be for rehabilitative or therapeutic purposes.

You can check the financial consequences of starting work and claiming Partial Capacity Benefit by using the Benefit of Work Estimator tool on welfare.ie. or by calling in to your local Citizens Information Centre.

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I am in receipt of Invalidity Pension & thinking of doing voluntary work. Must I apply for Partial Capacity Benefit?

If you are getting the Invalidity Pension and want to do volunteer work, you must apply directly to the Invalidity Pension section for permission. You do not have to transfer onto the Partial Capacity Scheme if you wish to do voluntary work.

How long can I get Partial Capacity Benefit?

If you are coming from Invalidity Pension, your Partial Capacity Benefit (PCB) will continue for up to 3 years (156 weeks), or until you turn 66. You can apply for PCB again at the end of the 3 years. You will be reassessed to find out if you qualify.

If you are coming from Illness Benefit, your PCB payment will continue to the end of your entitlement to Illness Benefit.

If I transfer to Partial Capacity Benefit and start work but become ill again what are my options?

When you are getting Partial Capacity Benefit and you are unable to work for a period of time due to illness, you should contact the Partial Capacity Section and let them know about your situation

For short periods of illness (up to 8 weeks at a time), you can stay on Partial Capacity Benefit, but your weekly rate can be increased to the full Illness Benefit or Invalidity Pension personal rate.

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For longer periods of illness (greater than 8 weeks), DSP will reassess your Partial Capacity Benefit claim and you may return to your Illness Benefit or Invalidity Pension. If you become able for work again you can contact DSP about going back onto Partial Capacity Benefit.

What is the rate of Partial Capacity Benefit?

Partial Capacity Benefit is made up of a personal rate for you and may include increases for your qualified adult and qualified children. The personal rate of payment is based on the assessment of your restriction on capacity for work, whether you were in receipt of Illness Benefit or Invalidity Pension and your current rate of payment.

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Do I keep my entitlement to secondary benefits if I transfer to Partial Capacity Benefit?

If you were getting Invalidity Pension and were entitled to Free Travel or Island Allowance, you can keep these if you qualify for Partial Capacity Benefit. You cannot keep your Fuel Allowance.

You can also keep the Household Benefits Package but it will be means-tested after the first 2 years and annually after that. The means test has a weekly income limit.

This limit is the maximum rate of State Pension (Contributory) for your circumstances (this includes any dependents you may have) plus €120. Your weekly income limit is then compared to your weekly means in a means test.

If you were getting Invalidity Pension and a Living Alone Allowance (LAA) with your Invalidity Pension (or you start to live alone while you are getting PCB), your rate of PCB will be calculated on the basis of your Invalidity Pension and your LAA. So, for example, if your restriction on capacity for work is severe, your PCB payment will be 75% of your IP and LAA payment.

You should check with the Department of Social Protection to see how your Rent Supplement may be affected by your participation in the Partial Capacity Scheme.

How do I apply for Partial Capacity Benefit?

You complete a Partial Capacity Benefit form, which you can get from the Department of Social Protection or from your local Citizens Information Centre.  A Medical Assessor will assess the restriction on your capacity for work.

This may require you to attend a medical assessment. You should include all appropriate medical evidence with your application. If you qualify for Partial Capacity Benefit, you are not required to send in medical certificates.

When should I apply?

You must apply for Partial Capacity Benefit (PCB) within 21 days of starting work. You can apply for Partial Capacity Benefit before you get a job. You must start work within 13 weeks of making your application.

Partial Capacity Benefit is not paid to people over 66. You should apply for a State Pension at least 3 months before your 66th birthday.

What are my options, if I apply for PCB and my application is unsuccessful?

You can appeal a decision on your claim for Partial Capacity Benefit to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office. You should appeal within 21 days of getting the decision. If you need advice or assistance with your appeal, you should contact your local Citizens Information Centre for advocacy support.

• If you need further information about any of the issues raised here or you have other questions, you can drop-in to your local Citizens Information Service in Tralee, Killarney or Caherciveen – opening hours are listed on our website www.citizensinformation.ie  

You can also contact us by telephone or email:

Tralee

Tel: 0818 07 7860

Email: tralee@citinfo.ie

Killarney

Tel: 0818 07 7820

Email: Killarney@citinfo.ie

Caherciveen 

Tel: 0818 07 7780

Email: caherciveen@citinfo.ie

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Kerry Men Urged To Take Part In ‘Dickie Dip’ For Great Cause

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The Mater Hospital Foundation has teamed up with Radio Nova’s Morning Glory presenters PJ Gallagher and Jim McCabe (pictured) to encourage men from all across Ireland to take part in The Dickie Dip. Pic: Celine Nic Oireachtaigh

THE Mater Hospital Foundation has teamed up with Radio Nova’s Morning Glory presenters PJ Gallagher and Jim McCabe to encourage men from all across Kerry and all of Ireland to take part in The Dickie Dip; the annual, all-male, life-affirming skinny dip fundraiser, taking place in Skerries, Co. Dublin on Saturday,  November 16.

Join PJ, Jim and hundreds of brave men baring it all and wading into the sea to help make a life-saving difference for men’s cancer patients in the Mater Hospital.

Since the inaugural event in 2019, The Dickie Dip participants have stood in solidarity with their fellow men and raised a phenomenal €414,000 to provide essential supports and services for patients who need it most in the hospital.

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This year, the Mater Hospital Foundation hopes to raise an ambitious €120,000 for men’s cancer care in the Mater, with the help of hundreds of brave dippers.

Simply visit www.materfoundation.ie/dickiedip and fill out the short registration form. Every dipper who signs up will receive a free dickie bow and a personalised Eventmaster fundraising page, which they can share with family, friends, colleagues and neighbours.

Participants will also be invited to join the Dickie Dip Facebook Group, where you can meet with fellow Dickie Dip participants and learn more about this exhilarating and impactful event.

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Council Urges Public To Prepare For Adverse Weather On Saturday

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Kerry County Council is appealing to members of the public to be prepared for very heavy and prolonged rainfall during the period of the Status Orange weather warning tomorrow.

Met Éireann has issued a Status Orange weather warning for Kerry  in effect from midnight tonight until midnight on Saturday night.

Met Éireann is advising of the possibility of coastal and river flooding, difficult driving conditions and spot flooding on roads.

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The Council’s Severe Weather Assessment Team has been meeting regularly to monitor the forecast and has deployed crews to prepare for the adverse conditions.

Gulleys and drains are being cleared and sandbags are being made available in areas which are prone to flooding.

The Council’s emergency phoneline will be available throughout the duration of the Orange warning and can be contacted on 066 7183588

The Council is appealing to motorists to travel with care on all routes, to slow down, and to be prepared for the likelihood of spot flooding and surface water on roads.

Exposed coastal areas should be avoided and members of the public should observe the message: “Stay back, stay high, and stay dry.”

Updates from Kerry County Council will be provided on Facebook and X.

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National Circus Festival Returns To Tralee

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A colourful performer in the Circus Festival Parade last year. Photo by Dermot Crean

NOW in its 24th year, The National Circus Festival of Ireland (NCFI) returns to Tralee for four days of captivating homegrown and international talent from October 31 to November 3.

Visitors of all ages will enjoy performance workshops, colourful conventions, a spectacular parade, fireworks and more.

The NCFI is a four day celebration of contemporary circus that is thrilling and  challenging and continues to set the standard for contemporary circus performance in Ireland.

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Each year, the NCFI sees some of the world’s most talented circus with jaw-dropping handpicked acts at the top of their game from all over the world, including Canada, Argentina, Italy, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Belgium and France who are set to thrill, delight and amaze the lucky audiences.

Speaking about the programme, Festival Director Con Horgan, said that he is working on a ‘Circus for All’ Policy, with an equity, diversity and inclusion lens.

“The festival has been a wonderful example of how circus can and should be celebrated! We want to connect with all members of society and ensure there are no barriers between us and you, our joyous audience. Circus is a powerful force for connecting people and challenging preconceptions. It creates beauty, fun, death-defying and life-affirming experiences. We do our work in public spaces and we know how to use our bodies to move beyond language barriers and create immediate human connection.”

Highlights from this year’s four day circus extravaganza include a parade and fireworks on Friday, November 1 on Denny Street; Children’s Circus Workshop; Circus Siamsa; the Circus, Juggling, Acrobatic and Aerial Convention and film night.

View the full programme and purchase tickets from €5 – €70 at www.circusfestival.ie

Business/Property, News

Kerry Family Wins At NDC And Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards

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The McCarthy dairy farm from Milltown, Co. Kerry, were recognised for excellence in milk production and dairy farming among 11 finalists in the 2024 NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards. Photo: Vicky Comerford

THE McCarthy farm from Callinafercy, Milltown, supplying Kerry Agribusiness were winners of the Environmental Stewardship Award at the 2024 NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards.

The prestigious annual awards programme, now in its 15th year, saw 11 farming families from six counties and 11 dairy co-operatives, celebrated for excellence in milk production and sustainable dairying at a special ceremony hosted at Lyrath Estate Hotel, Co Kilkenny.

Following their nomination by Kerry Agribusiness, Sinead and Eoghan McCarthy excelled through a comprehensive judging process that evaluated a range of the most important aspects of modern dairy farming.

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These topics included environmental sustainability, animal health and welfare, farm infrastructure, hygiene standards, soil and grassland management, and technical performance amongst other important factors including advocacy and community engagement.

Paudie and Patrick Dillane from Tralee, who supply Lee Strand Co-op, were also finalists at the awards.

The Kennedy farm from Cahir, Co. Tipperary, supplying Dairygold Co-operative were announced as the overall winners of this year’s programme.

News, Sport

Paralympics Ireland Event To Take Place At Kerry Sports Academy

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Paralympics Ireland are running an event at MTU this month focussed on learning more about para sport and what opportunities are in the local community following the Paralympic Games in Paris.

NextGen, which takes place at the Kerry Sports Academy on Friday, October 18 between 3.30pm and 5.30pm is open to people ages 10 and older that have a physical,intellectual or sensory impairment, with or without previous sport experience.

Current or former athletes from all levels aiming to discover a new sport that can complement their main discipline are also welcome to attend.

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Following participation at NextGen events participants will be signposted to connect with the closest local sport they are interested in or to National Governing Bodies to learn more and develop their skills within a chosen sport.

There will be opportunities to connect with local sports clubs to begin or continue the para sport journey.  To attend, registration is essential: you will need to register your interest through the sign-up form (by clicking HERE ) they will then ask that you fill in additional information through your smartabase account.

For more information on NextGen events visit: www.paralympics.ie

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Met Éireann Issues Status Orange Rain Warning For Kerry On Saturday

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Met Eireann has upgraded its rain warning for Kerry issued earlier today for Saturday from Yellow to Status Orange.

They say  there will be very heavy and persistent rain, with highest accumulations in mountainous areas of Kerry and west Cork.

Impacts may include river and coastal flooding, dangerous travelling conditions and travel disruption. The warning is valid from 12 midnight  on Saturday to 11pm on Saturday night.

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Kerry Rose Emer To Host ‘Paint And Prosecco’ Evening For Charity

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Kerry Rose Emer Dineen

THE Kerry Rose is hoping people join her for a special fundraising  event next week.

The “Paint and Prosecco” charity event, hosted by Emer Dineen, is a special evening of painting and prosecco in support of Adi Roche’s Chernobyl Children International and Happy Kids.

Guests at the event on Friday, October 11 from 5.30pm at the Meadowlands Hotel, will be treated to a relaxing art session, all while raising funds for children impacted by the Chernobyl disaster.

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In addition to in-person attendance, virtual donation tickets are available for those wishing to participate via Facebook Live. This allows supporters from anywhere in the world to join the event virtually and contribute to the cause.

Tickets are available on Eventbrite, with both physical and virtual attendance options. All funds raised will go towards providing essential aid to children in need. For tickets please go to the eventbrite link here.

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Tralee Red Cross Inviting New Members For Youth Section

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Sarah Barry, Tralee Red Cross Youth Leader.

TRALEE Red Cross Youth Section has announced that they will be reconvening for the winter season this Friday and they are inviting all second level students who are aged at least 12 years, and younger than 18 years of age to join them.

According to one of the newly appointed Tralee Red Cross Youth Leaders, Sarah Barry, the Youths will get an introduction to First Aid, Caring for the Sick, Health and Hygiene and they will learn how to prevent accidents. They will also have fun and games and see what Humanitarian work involves.

”We will also hear from people involved in the blue light emergency services, medical professionals, nursing and carers and give the youths an opportunity to meet these professionals, ask them questions and consider if the youths would like to pursue a career in those occupations”, said Sarah.

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Registration for the group will take place on this Friday night, October 4th, between 7.30pm and 8.30pm at the Tralee Red Cross Building in Killerisk Business Park, eircode V92XH99 and applicants for enrolment must have a parent or guardian with them to sign the neccessary consent forms.

A local contribution fee for the winter season of €30 is payable by cash on the registration night and meetings will continue on Friday nights, until Christmas, when a celebratory party will be held.

Welcoming the reconvening of the Tralee Red Cross Youth Section, Joe McDonnell, Chair of the Tralee Red Cross Branch, said that the Youths are the lifeblood of the organisation.

”Many of our stalwart members started out in the Youth Section and they have develepod into excellent volunteers and leaders” said Joe, who complimented Sarah and her youth leaders group for organising the start up of the group for the winter season.

”This group will help youths with their personal development and it gives them a chance to meet other people of their own age who share their same interests”.

All Leaders are Garda Vetted Red Cross members and they have also undergone Safeguarding training and there is a limited number of places for youths available in the group.

For further details, you can WhatsApp your queries to Sarah at 087 7088395.

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Kerry FC Travel To Cobh For Penultimate Away Game Of The Season

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By Ivan Hurley

With just three games remaining in the 2024 SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division season, the Kingdom go to Cobh for the club’s penultimate away match of the season.

A comeback draw against Finn Harps in Mounthawk Park last Friday night has moved the Kingdom off bottom spot and into 9th place on the table, level on points with Longford Town in the race to avoid the wooden spoon.

But trips to Cobh and Wexford followed by a home tie on the final day against Athlone Town, McCarthy’s men will need to pick up another couple of points to ensure the Kingdom’s fate stay’s in our own hands.

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After a tough couple of weeks results wise, the draw against Play-Off chasing Finn Harps was well welcomed by the Mounthawk faithful who have something to be cheerful about ahead of the trip to St. Colman’s Park.

A win at the famous aul ground back in July in the Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup are grounds for optimism ahead of Friday night’s clash.

A string of 5 straight defeats for Ramblers was stopped with a fantastic away win against Athlone Town last Friday night away from home. They will be looking to put a recent run of poor home results behind them tomorrow night against a Kerry team in much need of an away win.

It’s a game that has yet to produce no goals so buckle up for an end of season classic!

Kerry are aiming for back to back away wins in St Colman’s Park for the very first time. The Kingdom won here last time out in the Sport’s Direct Men’s FAI Cup but have yet to secure all 3 points on the road this season.

Speaking to the media ahead of the game, First Team Head Coach Conor McCarthy gave a number of injury concerns ahead of the game. Ryan Kelliher will be absent for the remainder of the 2024 campaign due to injury. Meanwhile, Cian Barrett and Samuel Aladesanusi are being monitored this week with niggling injuries and will battle through late fitness tests for this one.

Conor McCarthy said; “Cobh’s results of late may not appear the best but that doesn’t paint the full picture. They are a very good side, they’ve been to Athlone recently and got a great result. We know they are a very good side, well organised and great talent so it’s a tough task. We will need to be disciplined like we were against Finn Harps last week to get any sort of a result up there. We are looking forward to the trip but will have to be at our very best to come out of Cobh with a positive result.”

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Expert Appointed For Cable Station’s Bid For UNESCO World Heritage Status

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Barry Gamble.

Kerry County Council and the National Monuments Service are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Barry Gamble, a world heritage expert to guide and support the Transatlantic Cable Ensemble towards securing UNESCO World Heritage nomination.

This is a partnership project between Kerry County Council, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, and local stakeholders in Valentia and Heart’s Content.

The Transatlantic cable was a ground-breaking feat in global communications and a critical milestone in connecting continents.

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The Transatlantic Cable Ensemble is an exceptionally well-preserved surviving monument to the world’s first successful trans-oceanic submarine telegraph cable, briefly connected in 1858, and successfully connected from Valentia Island to Heart’s Content in 1866.

It represents one of the major milestones in global communications, and the birth of our modern telecommunications age. The well-preserved and highly authentic ensemble provides vivid testimony to one of the most important scientific accomplishments of the nineteenth century.

Barry Gamble is a UK-based independent World Heritage consultant specialising in industrial sites. He has been involved as an independent advisor in world heritage for over 25 years.

He has experience as an author, coordinator and advisor to a number of successful nominations to the World Heritage List. Barry is a member of ICOMOS (international council on monuments and sites), TICCIH (the international committee for the conservation of industrial heritage), and a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London (FSA).