EARLIER we brought you the news that James Duggan, Akeem Molloy, Mikey Walsh and Jonathan O’Halloran stole the show and were announced winners of the John Mitchels Lip Syng Battle event in Ballygarry on Sunday night (click here for previous coverage).
Now it’s time to see the style off the dance floor! Supporters glammed up for the occasion as you can see below. Scroll down for photos…
By Lisa O’Mahony
A GREAT night was had at John Mitchels Lip Syng Battle in Ballygarry House Hotel on Saturday night as contestants kept it spooky with a Halloween theme!
‘Wrong Direction’ members James Duggan, Akeem Malloy, Jonathon O’Halloran and Mikey Walsh unleashed their inner popstars and were crowned overall winners on the night.
MC Brian Hurley did a fantastic night in getting the audience excited and involved in what was a great night for the club.
The John Mitchels club secured excellent judges for the night, including the well-known PR guru and broadcaster John Drummey; Cllr Terry O’Brien; beauty blogger Mary O’Donnell and Anne O’Donnell of Siamsa fame who knows a thing or two about dancing.
The money raised from the Lip Syng will be used for the development of the Club both at Juvenile and Senior level. Some of the acts taking parts were George Lowe; Donna Flaherty; Nadia Woods; Aileen Galvin, Debbie Guerin, Wayne Enright, Jordan Bowler; Jonathan O’Halloran, Akeem Molloy, Mikey Walsh, James Duggan; Rosemary Broderick, Cliona Caplis; Michael O’Donovan, Elaine Conway, Liz Nickleson, Gail Lowe; Denis Mannix, Mary Higgins.
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EARLIER we brought you coverage of the huge success of Ballymac’s Strictly Love Dancing Event on Saturday night in Ballygarry House Hotel (click here if you missed it).
Hundreds attended the night and had a fantastic time watching the participants strut their stuff on the dancefloor. As there was no shortage of style, we caught the action on and off the dancefloor. Scroll down for photos…
MRS Make-Up herself, Michelle Regazzoli Stone, came to CH Chemists on Saturday to share her top tips on how to achieve a seamless look.
Fresh from her success at the Xposé Benefit Awards during the week, Michelle shared all her favourite items from the famous Revlon brand.
With over eleven years experience in the industry, she is one of the most well established make-up artists in Ireland and the UK.
Michelle has worked with influencers such as Pippa O’Connor, the Skin Nerd Jennifer Rock and Rosie Connolly to name but a few.
Her work is regularly featured in many publications and magazines such as Hello!, Closer, VIP, RSVP and Confetti Bridal to name but a few.
Michelle’s creativity and talent has also been featured on the front cover of Ok Magazine, so the attendees at CH Chemists, Tralee are bound to get some very useful tips. Scroll down for photos…
THERE was a full house at Ballygarry House Hotel on Saturday night for the Ballymac GAA club’s ‘Strictly Love Dancing’ 2018 event.
The twelve couples were put through their paces by dance instructor Honor Hurley and they battled it out and gave their all to impress the four judges, Aidan O’Mahony, Nicole McEllistrim, Dave Allman, and Sandra Breen.
The couples that took part were Tim O’Connor and Sinead Joy, Sean Savage and Rachel Godley, Christy Leen and Molly Regan, Bobby Howard and Denise Kerins, Terrance O’Connor and Michelle Lynch, Sean O’Connor and Elaine Jones, Wayne Enright and Louise Devoy, Padraig Leen and Karen Harty, Nathan McDonnell and Edel O’Donoghue, John Farragher and Kay Cronin, Murt Murphy and Maura Leen, and JJ Bonn and Veronica Heaslip
The couple that danced their way into the public hearts with the public vote were Terrance O’Connor and Michelle Lynch. Judges winners were Christy Leen and Molly Regan. Scroll down for photos…
THERE was a great atmosphere at the Tralee Rugby Club Table Quiz at the Ashe Hotel on Friday night. The night was held to mark the start of The Six Nations campaign against the French this weekend.
While no doubt a few fans from Tralee headed off to Paris for the game on Saturday, it still saw over 140 people gathered at The Ashe Hotel for a great night of quiz fun.
Over 41 teams tested their knowledge and battled it out for a first prize of a scrum-ptious meal in the Ashe Hotel. Scroll down for photos…
CROTTA O’Neills GAA celebrated in style at the Crotta Minor Hurling Club Victory Social in Ballyroe Heights on Friday night.
Over 160 people attended to watch the minor hurling panel receive their County Championship medals from special guest, Kerry Senior Hurling Manager, Fintan O’Connor after the four-course meal.
Crotta Chairman, Paddy Weir, said of the year; “We had a great year for the minors. The seniors were a bit disappointed alright. But we have a good bunch of young people coming in, we’ve seriously good hurlers coming up.”
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He continued, “We have a nice crowd here tonight now for the minors. We’ve always had great support in the club down through the years.”
This year also marked the first year that an award for the intermediate player of the year was presented. Music on the night was provided by Big Jim. Scroll down for photos…
PRIMARY school children tested their scientific knowledge at the Kerry Primary Schools Annual Science Quiz in the IT Tralee South Campus on Thursday night.
There were 28 schools from all over the county taking part in the quiz for 5th and 6th class pupils which was sponsored by Kerry Group.
First place went to Tarbert National School, with both second and third place going to Scoil Eoin Balloonagh, Tralee.
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THE Health and Wellbeing Event held in the Ashe Hotel on Thursday evening offered great advice and strategies for attendees on how to improve their lives.
The event, which was jointly run by AIB Tralee customer financial planning division and Tralee Chamber Alliance, offered strategies for life performance.
The purpose of the event was to show people how to implement strategies in their lives to become more effective in interactions in business, and at home. It is about managing stress, and turning it into something you can utilise.
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There were two speakers on the night. Joe O’Connor of Nisus Fitness and creator of Ireland’s Fittest Family, and Kerry Person of the Year Colm “Gooch” Cooper spoke about all things fitness and lifestyle-related at the event,
Colm spoke of the challenges he faced when he sustained a significant injury in his football career, and how he managed this on a personal level.
Joe O’Connor talked about how to reduce the possibility of things going wrong in your life, and how to manage them if they do.
The event was a great opportunity to get an insight into how fitness experts manage stress, and what strategies they implement in their own lives to help them. Scroll down for photos…
CHARLIE’S bar at Kerins O’Rahillys clubhouse was hopping on Wednesday night as both friends and customers turned up in their droves to say goodbye to Tom and Eileen O’Shea on their last night spent working behind the bar.
Tom, a native of Conahy, Co. Kilkenny, married Eileen Lynch from Foilmore and the couple moved up to the county capital from south Kerry over 30 years ago and became part of the Kerins O’Rahillys family.
It was an emotional night for them and the club left Tom and Eileen in no doubt of how much they will be missed, sending them off with well wishes for the future. Scroll down for photos…
DESPITE the cold weather, walkers took to the road and completed day 31 of the 5k a Day January Challenge on Wednesday evening.
The campaign was organised by Colin ‘Poshey’ Aherne in order to raise vital funds for the Donal Walsh LiveLife Foundation, Kerry Cancer Support Group, and the Make a Wish Foundation.
The campaign successfully reached their target of €12,000. Each day people were asked to do an activity and to donate €1 to the chosen charities.
Breda Dyland, of the Kerry Cancer Support group, said “The awareness raised was absolutely wonderful. It’s not only about the financial support, its also about awareness. We’re a small local charity and the awareness that this has raised this month has been huge, and we hope that it won’t just continue for the month, but continues from now on. Being active is a huge thing for preventing cancer.”
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Colin said; “This is what I’ve been trying to promote since I started my own journey, three and a half years ago. Exercise changed my life completely. And what I’m trying to do with this challenge is get people up, get them active, and to help them with their mental health, and to really feel the benefits of exercise.”
Participants took off from the Ashe Hotel and received refreshments and medals on their return. Scroll down for photos…
THERE was a huge turnout on Sunday morning at the Kerins O’Rahillys annual 10k run. Over 300 runners braved the cold to honour local athletics legend John Griffin, winner of the 1988 and 1989 Dublin City Marathon.
The route was similar to other years, taking in Ballyvelly, The Kerries, Knockanish and culminating in a lap of Cahills Park before participants crossing the finish line at the club house to collect their special medal.
The 10k attracted an entry of over 100 and the first three home were Derek Griffin (35:24), Patrick O’Connor (35:58) and Tommy O’Brien (36:31).
Maria McCarthy was the first lady home in 39:28 followed by Marie Claire Healy (40:48) and Sharon Cahill ( 41:39). Another 100 + competitors took part in the 5k run with Francis Boyle first home in a time of 18:44. Scroll down for photos…
DUNNES Stores and Paul Galvin presented an event at The Brandon Hotel, on Friday night which will benefit his local GAA club.
The Story of Shelby Autumn/Winter 17, saw appearances by hurling legend Joe Canning and Paul’s wife Louise Duffy while other brands showing on the night are Savida, Gallery and Lennon Courtney.
There was plenty of famous faces at the event, with stylists and fashion designers all interested in viewing the collection.
All online registrations were included in a draw for Dunnes Stores vouchers, a signed Joe Canning Galway jersey, Peter O’Mahony Munster jersey and John Egan Brentford jersey.
All ticket proceeds will go to the training and development of young hurlers and footballers at Lixnaw / Finuge GAA. Please scroll down for photos…
THE fourth and final heat of the Four Corners Of Kerry competition held by Radio Kerry took place in the Brogue Inn on Friday night.
Radio Kerry’s Brendan Fuller introduced the three acts performing on the night; Seamus Harty, Paulie O’Brien and Eoin Herlihy.
Paulie O’Brien took the place by storm and was announced the winner. He will go on to the finals which will be held in Scott’s Bar & Courtyard in Killarney on October 27.
As well as the groups taking part they will have a guest performer and an independent adjudicator.
Courtesy of Wild Wave Studio in Dingle the winners will have five days in the studio with two sound engineers and access to all facilities, to be booked at their convenience before the end of 2017.
Recording, mixing and mastering of the finished tracks is included as is a YouTube video production for one of the tracks.
You can have your say too next Friday, by casting your vote at the venue, by text or on Facebook. Please Scroll down for photos…
FASHION lovers turned up in droves to the Adapt Kerry Fashion Show hosted in the Adapt Shop at Matt Talbot Road on Friday night.
The fashion show was held in aid of the Adapt Kerry Women’s Refuge. Last November they held their first show in aid of the organisation and it was a massive success, and this show was no different.
All fashions — which include Gucci, Armani, Karen Millen and Tommy Hilfiger to name but a few — were on display and available for the attendees to purchase after the show.
The Adapt shop on Matt Talbot Road next to (Gleasure’s Funeral Home) has been in operation since June 2016. They are always looking for the public to help them with donations. Please scroll down for photos…
CH CHEMISTS welcomed renowned beauty and fashion journalist, Triona McCarthy, for her ‘Autumn Beauty Edit’ on Friday night.
There was an exclusive viewing of the Clarins christmas collection with a discount on the night for the attendees.
Triona has recently been on our TV screens in RTE’s Celebrity Operation Transformation, but she is a regular beauty expert on TV3’s ‘Expose’. She is also the Sunday Independent Life Magazine Beauty Columnist.
Clarins goody bags were given out on the night, and refreshments provided for all who attended. Please scroll down for photos…
RECOVERY Haven Kerry hosted its annual Pink Nails Coffee Morning at its Tralee headquarters at Haig’s Terrace to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month on Thursday morning.
Visitors were pampered by professionals, free of charge, while also enjoying a cuppa and a chat with the other guests.
Marisa Reidy, PR and Marketing Officer of Recovery Haven Tralee, said; “The event is just to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It’s to give something back to the ladies who have gone through treatment and have come out the other side.”
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She continued; “It’s a lovely event, and the women can just come in and chat, they’re having a lovely time. It’s a way to get away from the stress of it all, to let them just relax and be pampered.”
This was the second Pink Nails Coffee Morning event held for Recovery Haven. The first which was held in Killarney two weeks ago, also got a nice turnout for the event. The proceeds went to Recovery Haven Kerry and the Irish Cancer Society. Scroll down for photos…
THE bad weather didn’t deter parents and prospective students from attending CBS The Green’s Open Night on Thursday.
Over 500 people turned up on the night to see all the school has to offer. Teachers were on hand to welcome the guests to the school and to show them around.
The visitors were taken on a tour of the school, where they got to take part in science experiments, watch pupils put their woodwork skills to the test, and talk to present pupils about what it’s like to attend CBS The Green.
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Principal, Anne O’Callaghan, said; “This is the time of year where people start making up their minds where they want their sons to go. We’ve lots of stands to give people an opportunity to see what’s happening at CBS The Green.”
She said; “It’s great to have so many students as well here on the night, so they can give their own perspective on how things are here to the parents. It’s good to see it from a student’s point of view.”
Overall, it was an exciting night for prospective students as they got an insight into what their academic future might hold at CBS The Green. Please scroll down for photos…
TEAMS of six battled it out in the Town Park on Sunday for a new festival event, the ‘It’s a Knockout’ Challenge.
The showery weather proved no deterrent to either the teams, or the spectators, as a big crowd gathered to watch the entertaining race.
The inflatable obstacle course, filled with foam, was tackled by the teams in the hopes of winning the first spot prize of €1,000.
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Tralee Outlook took the first place, with Garvey’s SuperValu Tralee coming in second, followed by CBS Primary School.
The teams were great sports and dressed up for the occasion, tutus and habits and all! Scroll down for photos…
SPIRITS were high as over 500 participants crossed the finish line on Denny Street for the Rose 10k on Sunday morning.
The weather was a washout, but this didn’t stop runners from enjoying the new route which set off from the Wetlands at 11.30am.
The first three across the line in the Men’s Race were Mark Hanrahan (30.39), Jerry Griffin (34.16) and Gary Egan (34.40).
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In the Women’s Race, the first three were Laura Crowe (35.47), Sharon Cahill (40.07) and Rachel Stokes (40.21).
The feedback after the race was fantastic with many of the participants promising to come back next year with their friends. Scroll down for photos…
AUSTI Stacks were the big winners at a big tournament in John Mitchel’s GAA Club on Saturday.
Sixteen teams from around the county gathered for the U13 Sandra Keane Memorial Ladies Football Tournament.
Austin Stacks beat Dr Crokes for the Sandra Keane Cup. In the Shield Final, Abbeydorney defeated Laune Rangers. Firies lost the Trophy Final to Rathmore, while Castlegregory beat John Mitchels for the Plate Final.
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The 16 teams that battled it out for the cup were Kerin’s O’Rahilly’s, John Mitchels, Na Gaeil, Austin Stacks, Ballymac, Castlegregory. Corca Dhuibhne, Finuge/St Senans, Abbeydorney, Rathmore, Firies, Dr Crokes, Legion, Laune Rangers, Southern Gaels and Beaufort.
Some of the sponsors of the football blitz were Garvey’s Supervalu, Trophy World and Billy Kissane Meats. Scroll down for photos…
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Joe Dillon and 15 of his best friends lined their stomachs in the Brogue Inn on Saturday morning before heading off for his stag night.
Kevin Reardon, Best Man, revealed the destination for the Stag Party to be Dingle. The guys were excited for the party to get underway and are determined to get Joe elected for president of Kerry judging by those t-shirts!
Joe, who is from Duagh, is set to wed Martina O’Keeffe, from Lixnaw, at Lixnaw Church with the reception taking place afterwards at the Killarney Oaks Hotel. It promised to be a fun weekend for the lads.
THEIR was great support for Cuan Mhuire at their fundraising table quiz held at the Brogue Inn on Thursday night.
The night was organised to raise vital funds for ‘The Friends of Cuan Mhuire’, the nation-wide network to support people in recovery from addiction.
The centre opens Monday-Saturday, from 10am-5pm at High Street, and offers one to one counselling, as well as providing support and encouragement to those still in addiction and their families.
The businesses in Tralee were very generous and donated spot prizes to be raffled off for the centre. Kate Brownes, CH Chemists, O’Donnells, The Meadowlands Hotel, House of Glamour, and Dan Fitzgerald’s were just some of the businesses which donated to the cause. Scroll down for photos…
PRIMARY School children from all over Tralee showed off their skills at Na Gaeil GAA Grounds on Friday morning for the second annual Community Policing Garda Blitz in association with Cumann na mBunscoil.
Twelve teams took part in total, with the aim of the blitz to encourage the young people in Kerry to get involved in sport and to promote positive mental health from an early age.
Garda Aidan O’Mahony was on hand all day to get things rolling, along with Garda Seamus Moriarty and Sergeant Eileen O’Sullivan. Scroll down for photos…
THE Student Council at Scoil Eoin Balloonagh awarded second class student Luke O’Donoghue this year’s School Spirit Award on Friday.
The award isn’t based on academic ability, but the child’s behaviour, presence, attitude and enthusiasm in class.
Each teacher in the school anonymously nominated a child. The student council, which comprises of 12 students from fifth and sixth class, then voted on who they thought deserved the award the most.
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Luke won the vote by a majority of nine and was surprised in the school hall on Friday where he was announced as the winner. It was the second year that the School Spirit Award had been given to a student. Last year’s winner was Junior Infants’ Grace Bright.
Student Council Coordinator, Carol Anne O’Donoghue said; “Luke was chosen due to his bravery, gentle nature, kindness to others and being a positive role model to others. And most of all, he was picked due to the smile that’s always on his face.”
MERCY Mounthawk had a very successful trip to the All Ireland School’s Athletics in Tullamore last weekend.
The senior girls were awarded Best Senior Girls Team, with some of the team also winning individual medals. Aoibhín O’Brien won gold at the senior girls Long Jump, while Lauren O’Grady won bronze in the senior girls discus.
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Mervyn Shalemba did the boys proud, winning gold in both the 200m and 100m Junior Boys. Mounthawk’s Junior Boys team came second in Ireland.
On their way to the competition, the girls broke a 28 year old relay record for Munster with a time of 49.24.
RENOWNED MUA Amy Connolly is coming to CH Chemist’s to hold a Make Up Masterclass tonight (Friday) at 7pm.
Aimee is a regular on TV3’s Xpose, the nation’s biggest fashion and beauty show, and also has a weekly column with the Sunday World.
The renowned Make up Artist has recently opened her own studio on Main Street Dundrum where she runs and films her make up courses.
Aimee has also recently launched her brand ‘Sculpted by Aimee Connolly’. This can be found nationwide in stores, in The Loop at Dublin Airport and on Amazon. It has recently been awarded in the Image best of beauty 2017 and is growing from strength to strength.
Tickets can be found here, at €5 and are fully redeemable with L.O.V purchases on the night.
THE cream of West Kerry musical talent is due to gather in Annascaul village from Friday, June 9, to Sunday, June 11.
Celebrating Singing 2017 aims to attract the public to the scenic village of Annascaul, and is dedicated to sharing the community’s musical festivities with some terrific free workshops, film screenings and singing sessions at special venues around the village.
Philip King will officially open Celebrating Singing 2017 in Annascaul Village community hall on Friday, June 9, at 7.00 p.m. Philip is the founder of the Other Voices festival, is a founding member of the ever-acclaimed Scullion, presents South Wind Blows on RTÉ Radio 1, and is one of Ireland’s most prominent cultural ambassadors.
At the opening, local acoustic duo, Fox Tales, will present a taste of blues and country music; Kaiona Solas will sing a few songs with her West African instrument ‘the kora’; and Dingle-based singer/songwriter Martin Hansard ,who recently launched a book of his lyrics and poetry, will also offer some samples of his work.
On Friday night, Patcheen’s Pub will host The Cooleys, singers of terrific songs ranging from traditional to modern folk songs and country blues. Tony Owens, a founder-member of Annascaul Singing Club, will provide musical support.
On Saturday, June 10, at 11.00 am, Louise nic an tSionnaigh will conduct a singing and harmony workshop at Scoil Bhreac Chluain in Annascaul Village. Louise has wide experience as a song and choir leader, including projects in Rwanda and Nigeria. She has also worked with celebrated performers like Luka Bloom and Kíla.
On Sunday June 10, at 11.00 am at Scoil Bhreac Chluain, Muireann nic Amhlaoibh will head a workshop teaching songs and harmony, specifically focusing on vocal expression. Muireann was the lead singer of the traditional Irish music group Danú for 13 years and was the recipient of the 2011 Gradaim Ceoil TG4 Singer of the Year.
Also on Sunday, at 1.00 p.m. at The Old Anchor Inn B&B, Annascaul, There will be a screening of Philip King’s production of Christy, a documentary showcasing the life and career of extraordinary Irish folk singer and musician Christy Moore.
This film is a very intimate look into Christy’s world of music, and it will be a fantastic experience for those who want to know the man behind the legend of Christy Moore.
At the same time at the Old Anchor Inn, there will be a screening of a documentary film entitled ‘Still A Mountain Girl’, which focuses on the acclaimed American country singer/songwriter Loretta Lynn. This documentary explores the life of this remarkable woman, from her marriage as a teenager to her rise as a country music superstar known all around the world over a 60-year career.
Sunday afternoon will provide some terrific events for children and adults with amazing children’s entertainer Ruti Lachs and terrific Dingle singer/songwriter Abigail Joffe.
At 8.00 pm, Ruti and Abigail will feature in a triple-header event called Daring Divas Musical Theatre Revue at Joan’s Cafe. Ruti will deliver her one-person show entitled ‘Sideways on Planet Piano’. Following this, Abigail will sing songs from her recently released album ‘Lay Me Down’.
As well as all this, there will be a range of events around Annascaul village during the weekend—there will be performances from Kaiona Solas, Dingle Carnival Band and the Dingeleles Ukulele Band, amongst others who wish to sing and perform.
For kids, there will be giant puppets on display and face painting, all of which promises a great time for everyone. In the evening at Hanfin’s Bar, there will be a barbeque with music from Fox Tales.
This weekend is free of charge at every event. Supported by Kerry County Council Arts Office and kind local contributors of the peninsula, it promises to be a fantastic musical weekend for the entire family.
Booking is required for workshops and screenings. for more information on the upcoming events during the festival, visit their facebook page here. And to book, please contact 0831246634.
MARY Lucey has been appointed Principal of the Kerry College of Further Education in Tralee.
With a well-established media-profile in Kerry, Mary has an excellent track record of over 20 years experience working in the third-level sector.
She is known for her progressive and innovative leadership, with an excellent track record of collaboration and engagement with industry, media and all levels of educational establishments throughout the county.
Mary introduced a number of award-winning and nationally recognised initiatives while working in the IT Tralee and was awarded a Fellowship from the Irish Computer Society (ICS) for her promotion of Technology in the educational sector.
She was awarded the 2016 Connect Women in Media Award for her outstanding contribution to supporting business women in Kerry.
Mary is delighted with the new appointment; “I have every confidence that, with Carmel Kelly, Deputy Principal, and the team of staff, Kerry College of Further Education will be a hub of excellence and a leader in the provision of further education and training in Tralee and beyond. I am looking forward to taking up the position and have exciting plans for the College.”
Kerry ETB welcomes the appointment of Mary Lucey as Principal of Kerry College of Further Education; “Kerry College of Further Education is the first standalone Further Education College in Kerry and we look forward to working with Mary, Carmel Kelly, Deputy Principal and the College staff team in its continued development in the years ahead.”
SIXTH class students Óisin O’Regan and Dara Donnelly from St Joseph’s N.S. Bouleenshere, Ballyheigue, have officially launched ‘Dragon’s Reign’.
Óisin and Dara have been working on the project, a board game for 2-4 people, since last September as part of their Junior Entrepreneur Project.
This board game has been produced locally by the very highest standards by Patsy O’Connor, Lisheen Toys. The wonderful graphics have been designed by Philip Tendall of Easy Design.
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Dara and Óisin first invented the game on paper but realised the potential their game had when all their classmates showed such satisfaction with the game.
Players have to get their dragon to Quests End to be deemed ruler. There are many trials and tribulations on this Quest, but this makes the game more exciting.
On Tuesday night, June 13, at 7pm, in Bouleenshere N.S., Ballyheigue, the game will be available at a special launch price of €25. Everyone is welcome on the night.
