Sponsored: Information Session On Beauty Therapy Courses At Kerry College

July 1, 2022 Dermot Crean

CALLING all you Beauty Therapy enthusiasts!

Kerry College will be hosting hour-long information sessions at our state of the art newly refurbished Beauty Therapy Suite in the E Block of our Clash Road Campus on Thursday 7th of July.

Facilities include Bespoke Nail Bar, Treatment rooms, Spa Area and Steam and Sauna Facilities. You will have the opportunity to experience the facility first hand and speak to the instructors, teachers who have over 20 years’ experience in the educational sector for Beauty Therapy. Learners currently on the course will also be in attendance so you can ask them questions.

Slots available are from 12pm, 1pm or 2pm.

This Internationally accredited course delivers ITEC, CIBTAC and CIDESCO International Diplomas to industry standards and are at the forefront of providing Beauty Therapy training and employment in support of the Kerry Salons and Spa’s.

Participants on the course have the opportunity to develop their knowledge, skills and attitudes required to work as beauty therapists in a variety of settings.

Some of our past awards include: CIBTAC International Tutor of the year, Worldskills Beauty Therapy International Medals of excellence , Bronze medal in ChinaSkills Beauty Therapy, CIBTAC international Student of the Year and CIDESCO Best in Country for Makeup Artistry. National Skills winners of the All Ireland Silver Medal of Excellence for Ireland in Beauty Therapy.

This 46-week course is starting on the 12th of September 2022.

Past graduate Francesca Gerald said, “Having completed this course, I can say it has equipped me with the knowledge and skills required for working as a beauty therapist in the industry. It covered a comprehensive range of topics, which were clearly explained with a wide variety of resources that would be accessible for different learning styles.

Practical hands-on learning is a huge component, which brings our theory learnings to life. I found the tutors extremely knowledgeable, approachable, and supportive. I would recommend this course to anyone looking to broaden their horizons in the world of beauty therapy.”

Course teacher, Clair Horan stated; “There is a huge demand for qualified therapists with the additional option of self-employment. Opportunities exist in the following areas: Beauty Salons, Health Farms/Leisure Centres, Cruise Liners/In-Flight Therapist, Make-up Artist, Make-up and Skin Care Consultant, Mobile Therapist, Salon Owner, Complementary Therapist, Technical Sales Representative, Franchising, Spa Industry and Teaching/Training and many more.”

Past graduate said, “As a former Beauty Therapy student with Kerry College, I got amazing tuition on the Traineeship course. I enjoyed learning all the practical elements and especially the Anatomy and Physiology from the excellent calibre of instructorship. I had previously been to two other beauty/sports therapy colleges before that, where the learning was solely self-directed and not integrated into the practical elements of the course.

I am now delighted to be able to share my knowledge and experience as a therapist with 17 years working as a sports massage/holistic therapist and the last 10 years as a spa/beauty therapist and formally self-employed.

I ran a successful beauty and wellness business with two employees, who took over when I became a fulltime tutor. I am enthusiastic about teaching and learning; it’s an excellent course, very rewarding and life changing.

Learners can take their qualifications anywhere in the world and work abroad as I did. You will not regret it. #lifelonglearning #loveKerry”

To book your time or for queries, call the Admissions Office on 066-714 96 96 or email info@kerrycollege.ie

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Take Part In The Tony O’Donoghue Memorial Walk This Saturday

July 1, 2022 Dermot Crean

Andrea O’Donoghue with friends Kevin Finn and Kay Griffin at last year’s Tony O’Donoghue annual walk. Photo by Dermot Crean

THE annual Tony ‘Todd’ O’Donoghue Memorial Walk, which has raised tens of thousands for charity over the years, is on tomorrow from Blennerville Windmill car park.

Organised by Tony’s daughter Andrea, the walk will turn pink this year as all funds will go towards Mary Gardiner’s ‘100k in June’ fundraiser.

You can do the walk anytime after registering from 10am on Saturday morning until it closes at 4pm.

Everyone is then invited for some food from 5pm in Skelper Quanes bar that evening. There will be music also that evening in the form of DJ Mick bringing it all back to 60s, 70s and 80s. To donate this year click here to go to the donation page.

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Business/Property, News

Tralee Chamber And Tidy Towns Team Up For Shopfront Competition

July 1, 2022 Dermot Crean

TRALEE Chamber Alliance has partnered with Tralee Tidy Towns for a Tralee Best Shopfront Competition.

Following on from the fantastic response for the Christmas Window Display, businesses in Tralee are being urged to take part in this competition which will tie in with the National Tidy Towns judging period over summer 2022.

Marks will be allocated to each entry on the following:

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• Clean and well presented (no graffiti, clean windows, clean floors, accurate signage)
• Well-presented window display
• Entrance (inviting and clean)
• Public Domain – improving appearance directly outside premises eg. footpath, associated street furniture and or plants.
• Bins and Skips left out for collection are to be closed securely and taken in as close to emptying as possible.

The competition is being sponsored by Ballyseedy Group and the winner will receive a voucher to the value of €1,000 to spend at Ballyseedy.

The first runner up will receive €500 with the 2nd runner up receiving €250.

News

Delay To Reopening Of Skellig Michael This Weekend

July 1, 2022 Dermot Crean

POOR weather and sea conditions today made it impossible for Office of Public Works guide staff to travel to Sceilg Mhichíl ahead of the planned reopening on Saturday.

As poor sea conditions are forecast for tomorrow, Saturday, 2 July, as well, the re-opening of Sceilg Mhichíl to visitors is postponed until Monday, 4 July.

Sea conditions are expected to improve sufficiently on Sunday, 3 July, to allow OPW Guide Staff to travel safely to Sceilg Mhichíl. On arrival, they will immediately begin their preparations to welcome visitors back to the island on Monday.

News

Record-Breaking June For Patients Waiting On Trolleys At UHK

July 1, 2022 Dermot Crean

THERE was a record number of patients waiting on trolleys in University Hospital Kerry in June.

There were 345 people waiting on trolleys at UHK last month, an increase of 295 on June 2021 when there were 50 patients on trolleys and up on the previous June record figure of 233 in 2019.

The monthly Trolleywatch figures compiled by the Irish Nurses and Midwives organisation shows that numbers of patients on trolleys in hospitals around the country was 9,961, making it the the worst June on record since the INMO began counting trolleys in 2006.

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INMO General Secretary Phil Ní Sheaghdha said: “It has been a June like we have never seen in Irish hospitals with out-of-control hospital overcrowding coupled with rising COVID hospitalisations. In 16 years of counting trolleys, we’ve never seen June figures higher than the preceding January.

“Nurses are constantly raising the dangers associated with overcrowding in their workplaces, however the figures for the month of June are out of control and a stark warning of what is to come for the autumn and winter period, considering none of the mitigation measures necessary are being implemented.”

“This level of overcrowding warrants senior HSE and government attention, it is not ok and it is not safe.”

News, WHAT'S ON

Phoenix Centre To Launch ‘Women’s Shed’ This Month

July 1, 2022 Dermot Crean

Launching the plans for Phoenix Women’s Centre’s Women’s Shed were, front from left; Rita O’Sullivan (Chairperson), Noreen Greaney, Jackie Lythgoe, Eva Walsh. Back from left; Mary Tarrant Lynch, Mandy Landers, Marian Fitzgerald, Sheila Martin (Secretary) and Margaret Carey. Photo by Dermot Crean

THE Phoenix Women’s Centre is holding an official launch later this month as it prepares to expand its range of activities, training programmes, workshops, and events.

The centre, located at Market Place on Maine Street in Tralee, will now be known as the Phoenix Women’s Centre and Shed. The Centre will still be providing the full range of supports, counselling, advocacy, signposting to specialist agencies, confidential phone line for any challenges, difficulties or crises faced by women in Kerry.

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Under the banner of the Phoenix Women’s Shed they will be consolidating their empowerment and personal development programmes, walking group, nutrition classes, yoga sessions, drumming, art therapy, self care workshops and talks on issues affecting women.

All Shed events from July to December 2022 will be held on a Thursday from 10.30am – 1.30pm in the Pipers Band Hall, Matt Talbot Road, Tralee (back of Garvey’s Supervalu car park).

There will be a Public Meeting on Thursday, July 7 at 10.30am for all women interested in joining the shed at the Pipers Band Hall.

There will also be an official launch of the Shed during a summer social event with a buffet at The Meadowlands Hotel on Friday, July 15 at 6.30pm.

Tickets will cost €25 and details will be posted on their website and facebook page. Alternatively, contact the Phoenix Women’s Centre at Market Place, Maine Street on 066 9130430 or Email: info@phoenixwomenscentre.ie

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Patrick O’Keeffe Traditional Music Festival Line-Up Revealed

July 1, 2022 Dermot Crean

Four Men And A Dog will play a concert at the festival in Castleisland this October.

THE Patrick O’Keeffe Traditional Music Festival will this year celebrate its 30th year in existence and to mark this milestone they are beginning the Castleisland festival on Thursday, October 27 until Monday, October 31.

There’s a packed line-up of events over the five days with top artists to perform. Headline concerts include Seamus Begley, The Sliabh Luachra Fiddle Concert, the 30th Anniversary Sliabh Luachra All Star Concert and Four Men And A Dog.

The ‘session trail’ begins on Thursday and highlights of the session trail will include Tom Morrow of Dervish, Tara Breen of The Chieftains, Oisin Mac Diarmada, Cathal Hayden Donal Murphy, Mick O’Brien, Derek Hickey, Oisin Mac Diarmada, Angelina Carberry, Danny O’Mahony, Sorcha Costello, Conor Connolly, Padraic Keane, Bryan O’Leary, Barry Kerr and Aidan Connolly, Caoimhín O’Fearghail and the Gradam Ceoil Young Musician of the Year Diarmuid O’Meachair.

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Other events include the annual Singing Concert in Hartnett’s Bar on the Saturday evening. Classes on all the traditional instruments in the Sliabh Luachra style will also take place on the Saturday.

There will be lectures, book launches, album launches and much more. For the full line-up, check out http://patrickokeeffefestival.com/

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PHOTOS: Fantastic Turnout To Join Lauren In Completing ‘100k In June’ Challenge

July 1, 2022 Dermot Crean

Melissa Maguire, Yvonne Long, Niamh Long and Grainne Power at the final 1k of Lauren Barrett’s 100k In June Challenge at the Austin Stacks Club on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean

THERE was a fantastic show of community support at Austin Stacks GAA Club on Thursday evening to join a local woman for the final leg of her 100k in June fundraiser.

Lauren Barrett is a member of the ladies club in Stacks and she took on the challenge in aid of Breast Cancer Ireland, ending up turning their Connolly Park headquarters pink on the night.

The 22 year old was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer in June 2021. She has had extensive treatment over the past year and thankfully is now cancer-free. Lauren was made an ambassador for Breast Cancer Ireland’s ‘100km in 30 Days’ to raise awareness and funds for the cause.

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“Austin Stacks ladies club members have been doing the challenge as well as people I work with out in Horgan’s Centra in Ardfert, family and friends. I wasn’t by myself in this,” said Lauren.

Through her efforts and generous donations, Lauren has raised over €13,000 so far.

“I’m delighted, I didn’t think I would raise this much. The money will be put to good use for a cause close to my heart,” she added.

Lauren Barrett with mom Gina, brother Jack and dad Paudie holding ‘Cara’ at the final 1k of her 100k In June Challenge at the Austin Stacks Club on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean

Her challenge brought the whole club together last night with men’s, ladies and juvenile club members joining Lauren and family for the final 1k run/walk around the grounds.

“She’s a very popular member of the ladies club and the Barrett family are very much loved and respected here,” said Club Chairperson Shane Lynch. “This was always going to be a big event, but her interview with Ray Darcy on the radio this week really struck a chord when she told her story,” he added.

There was a raffle for the signed Kerry jersey after the run and the winner was Canice Walsh.

Words of thanks were given by Lauren herself, by Melissa Maguire the Ladies Chairperson and by Shane Lynch. A presentation was also made to Lauren by the Austin Stacks Club of a signed pink top, flowers and crystal vase.

You can still donate to Lauren’s fundraiser by clicking on https://100kin30days.ie/fundraising/profile/LaurenBarrett2332 . Scroll down for photos…