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Here’s Where Residential Property Was Sold Around Tralee In August

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THE most up to date statistics from the Residential Property Price Register shows that there were 18 property sales in the Tralee area in August with transactions fetching a total of €5,844,255.

The property that sold for the most money in one transaction in the Tralee environs (and indeed in the county) in August was for a Ballyard House  for €1,320,000.  The house that fetched the highest price in the county was €1,940,000 for Westcove House in Castlecove.

In all, the latest figures show there were 109 residential properties sold in Kerry in August. Here’s where and for how much the properties in the Tralee area were sold (highest price first)…

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• €1,320,000 BALLYARD HOUSE, LOVERS LANE, BALLYARD,

• €546,255 12 An Caireal, Mounthawk, Tralee

• €466,000 CLOGHER, BALLYMACELLIGOTT, TRALEE,

• €417,000 BALLINAHOLOURT, TRALEE,

• €365,000 BALLYGARRON CROSS, SPA, TRALEE,

• €342,000 LA PALISSADE, ANNAGH, TRALEE

• €337,500 1 LEEDALE, CAHERSLEE, TRALEE

• €330,000 6 LEESIDE, OAKPARK, TRALEE

• €275,000 33 SUNDAYS WELL, LISLOOSE, TRALEE

• €265,000 76 ASHGROVE, BALLYVELLY, TRALEE

• €235,000 57 DEERPARK, MANOR WEST, TRALEE

• €210,000 135 ST BRENDANS PARK, TRALEE

• €200,000** 10 RIVER WELL HOUSE, OAKVIEW VILLAGE, OAKVIEW

• €195,000 8 ABBEY PARK, CIRCULAR RD NORTH, TRALEE

• €195,000 51 KNOCKMOYLE, TRALEE,

• €81,500 110 ST. BRENDAN’S PARK, TRALEE

• €64,000** 72 BALLOONAGH EST., TRALEE

• €40,000 BEHEENAGH, KIELDUFF, TRALEE,

** Denotes not full market price

For a full list of properties sold in Kerry in August, click here

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News, SCHOOLS

Kerry College Graduate Wins National Award

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Former Kerry College student Caoimhe O’Gorman (second from right) who won the ‘Maths Eyes’ award. Also included is teacher Katie Zubeyko, teacher Dorothy Byrne, Kerry College Principal Stephen Goulding. Photo by Dermot Crean

A KERRY College graduate has won a national award in the ‘Maths Eyes’ competition.

Caoimhe O’Gorman began her QQI Level 5 Applied Science programme at Kerry College last year.

Minister for Education Norma Foley presented Caoimhe with a plaque and a poster print of her entry at a special ceremony which took place at The Clock Tower, Department of Education recently.

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Her entry was titled ‘did you hear about that well-educated circle? They have got 360 degrees’.  The competition itself was run by the Maths Week Team at SETU Waterford and it asked students to create a Maths Eyes style poster, using a photograph taken in their local area and to include an accompanying tagline that highlights the mathematics they see in the photo using their Maths Eyes.

Caoimhe said; “Maths Eyes is a project dedicated to helping people of all ages and backgrounds discover how maths is relevant to their own lives.  This was a skill that I developed while studying at Kerry College, Clash Road Campus.  It was here I received the personal attention that allowed me to flourish at Maths.  My teacher, Dorothy Byrne, was dedicated and passionate.   Dorothy’s approach brought every concept in Maths alive, it was all real-life application and we were constantly looking at how we could make a difference in the world of science with Maths.”

Caoimhe has now progressed to the Munster Technological University where she is studying towards a Level 8 Bachelors Hons Degree in Pharmaceutical Science.

She is particularly proud of all she has achieved in the last year and speaks highly of the experience she had at Kerry College.

“I would recommend it to anyone, it is a truly supportive environment and it allowed me to grow not only academically but also socially and interpersonally,” she said.

Dorothy Byrne, Maths teacher at Kerry College, said; “If people are supported to look at familiar things, and begin to see that maths is all around them, they can build confidence in their own ability to use maths. Maths is less intimidating when it is relevant and useful in our lives.’  Dorothy went on to say ‘I’m so proud of Caoimhe, she was an excellent student when she was with us last year, she was always so interested and enthusiastic and dedicated in all her Applied Science modules. I wish her the very best in her further studies in MTU Tralee.”

A delighted Caoimhe says she will always remember this accomplishment. “I entered the competition to challenge myself.  I didn’t expect to get to the qualifying stages not to mind win the competition. As you get a bit older you don’t remember the grades you got, you remember standout accomplishments like this and that’s why this award is so special.  My family came to Dublin with me and we had a great day together.   I am particularly happy that Norma Foley took time out of her busy schedule to present this award to me.”

Maths Eyes is sponsored by  Avonbeg Consulting, the School of Mathematics & Statistics  at Technological University Dublin, the Maths Week Ireland Team.

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PHOTOS: Relaunch Of Tralee Community Allotment Project

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Cllr Anne O’Sullivan relaunches the Tralee Community Allotment Projects on Monday.
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THERE was a fantastic turnout for the relaunch of the Tralee Community Allotment Project which took place on Monday.

Representatives from the community, voluntary and statutory sector turned up to celebrate and acknowledge the importance of allotments in the community.

It is hoped that the Tralee Community Allotment Project will continue grow and play a significant role in the community, promoting positive change in a variety of areas, including tackling food waste, composting, health, well-being, education and awareness.

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The Tralee Community Allotment Project, a cherished initiative launched by Tralee Town Council in in 2010 was in response to a growing demand for allotments in Tralee town.

It was originally initiated through a collaboration with local community groups, including Transition Town Tralee, Shanakill/Rahoonane Organic Community Garden, and Gortbrack Organic Farm.

This relaunch ensures that the allotments continue to thrive as hubs for local engagement and eco-friendly practices.

As the project continues to grow, there are plans for further expansion, including additional workshops, new partnerships and collaborations with local organisations such as the Kerry ETB and the MTU and the introduction of new communal growing spaces.

The allotment will remain a focal point for promoting sustainable living, community wellbeing, and social cohesion in Moyderwell, Marian Park and Rahoonane. Scroll down for photos…

Sarah Barry , Kate Whelan and Katy Steele from Killarney .
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Alan Balfe and Mary O’Connor of the Wetlands .
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Alan Balfe Wetlands , David Fitzgibbon NEWKD and Caroline Toal, Kerry PPN .
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Tommy Sweeney from Tralee . Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD .
Therese Elumelu from Tralee .  Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD .
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Austin Stacks GAA Juvenile Club News

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PEIL FAOI 7/8/9: Our Under 7/8/9 footballers will be in action at 11am next Sunday, 6th October, in Caherslee. Never too late to join!

PEIL FAOI 11: (i) Football will again take place in Connolly Park at 10.50am on Sunday next (6ú Deireadh Fómhair). (ii) More football on Thursday…what else? (iii) In 1984, the year of the ‘Cork 800’ celebrations (even though Corcaigh was in existence for  more than a 1,000 years before that!), our Under 11 boys made The Rock Club’s first trip to the Northside of Cork City for the inaugural Dee O’Leary Invitational Tournament (peil) and, 40 years on, we are still making this annual ‘football pilgrimage.’

On Saturday next (5th October) our current Under 11 boys will have their turn. With seven other Cork clubs in attendance this tournament promises to be a wonderful festival of football that will give our young stars a great opportunity to experience the highs and lows of our game as well as getting to know some of Cork’s future heroes. Our boys will be a match for any opposition! It’ll be a great ‘day out’….enjoy the trip, lads, and wear the Black‘n’Amber’ with pride! Up The Rock!

CAID FAOI 15: (i) We played a great Town League match on Monday last (30th) against the John Mitchel Club boys in their Ballyseedy home pitch. Well done, lads! Formal training sessions have finished for the season. Of course, players may still kick football in their own time….is caitheamh aimsire inmholta é!

(ii) Our B lads have a Tralee Town Championship final to play against Na Gaeil. The time, date and venue have still to be confirmed. Official training sessions have ceased for now as our season draws to a close; tá clabhsúr an tséasúir ag teannadh linn! (iii) An tSraith Láir Faoi 15…Division 1 champions for 2024: Conor O’Regan; Mark Riordan, Oran O’Donoghue, Ryan O’Carroll; Fionn Cotter, Eoin Mangan, Darragh Lyons; Jamie Casey, Ben Litchfield; Jack Delaney, David Hobbert, Michael Cotter; Danny Lane, Barry Laide, Denis Brassil; David Ahern, Ryan O’Flaherty, Noah Reidy, Joe Barry, Harry Murphy, Jayden O’Dowd. (Ger Hobbert)

COLÁISTÍ – CORN UÍ SHÚILLEABHÁIN: (i) ‘Well done’ to the U19 Rock boys on the Mounthawk team who gave The Sem a good game in the semi-final of the O’Sullivan Cup competition on Monday (30th) last in Milltown.

(ii) The Green CBS did very well v Neidín on Wednesday (25th) at the Kerry GAA Grounds in Caherslee. Result: The Green 2-18; Pobalscoil Inbhear Scéine 3-8. It was an evenly-fought contest in testing conditions. Tralee scored a good goal before half-time to give them an 0-6 lead (1-10 to 1-4.) ag an mbriseadh. They produced a really good team performance throughout the second half even though Kenmare scored two goals late in the game. Both Ryan O’Driscoll and Ronan Carroll were efficient in their scoring, ní nach ionadh; Seán Óg Brosnan and Fionán Ryan played well in defence. The Coláiste Phádraig boys of Castleisland, who defeated Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne by 0-5, have been scheduled to challenge Tralee CBS in the semi-final this Wednesday, 2nd October (1pm), in Firies. The Rock boys ar phainéal na Faiche: Seán Óg Brosnan (2), Fionán Ryan (6), Ronan Carroll (10), Ryan O’Driscoll (14), Donnacha Horgan (21) and Olivier Lata. An Fhaiche Abu! (Adrienne Mhic Lochlainn)

MINORS: Minor heroes of The Rock: Ryan O’Driscoll (capt), Oliver Lata, Eoin Mangan, Fionán Ryan, Aodhán Horgan, Jayden Moriarty, Gavin Casey, Darragh Lyons, Alex Tuohy, Ben Murphy, Rory Lynch, Ronan Carroll, Harry Murphy, Jack Diggin, Cormac Bastible, Jake Carmody, Jamie Casey, Ben Litchfield, Conor O’Regan, Adam Johnson, Leon Sweeney, David Mullins, Jack Shanahan, Max Gryzbowski, Jayden O’Dowd, Gabriel Maszorak, Tadhg Falvey, Brian Kavanagh.

CLUB GEAR: Club merchandise: log into www.austinstacks.ie (under ‘shop’).

CLUB LOTTO: Thanks once again to all club lotto supporters and promoters and especially to (i) The Burger Shack, Móin an Bhealaigh, (ii) The Brogue, Sráid na Carraige, (iii) Siopa Chaoimhín de Barra, Sráid na Carraige Uachtarach, (iv) Commane’s Bookshop (PC Books), Sráid na Carraige, (v) O’Flynn Interiors, Sráid na Carraige, (vi) Hussey’s Deli and Newsagency, Cé an Phrionsa, (vii) Carmel Cuiltéir, AdeS.

THE ROCK SENIORS: (i) Good luck to the Naomh Breandán divisional team, with Rockmen Michael Tansley, Colin Griffin, Dylan Ó Cathasaigh, Joey Nagle, Armin Heinrich, Joe O’Connor, Daniel Kirby and Mike O’Donnell on board, in their game v Seamróga Neidín on Saturday next (October 5th) at 3.30pm in Fitzgerald Stadium. Up The Rock!

CIARRAÍ: We wish a ‘happy retirement’ (for the moment!) from their management role with Mná Chiarraí to Dara Ó Lúing agus Déaglán Ó Cuill. Dheineadar éacht le cúpla bliain anuas agus nach iontach an t-ardú meanma agus an t-uchtach a thug a gcuid imreoirí ban do Chiarraí i mbliana.

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Tralee Parnells GAA Club News

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Academy Awards
The club’s awards night for our younger players takes place this Friday the 4th October, from 6 to 7pm in the hall at CBS primary school. We’re looking forward to seeing all players and parents there.

Shauna Harris from Tralee Parnells Receives a Garda Youth Achievement Award

Congratulations
…to Shauna Harris on receiving a Garda Youth Achievement Awards. These annual awards recognise the great contribution young people have made and continue to make to their communities in Kerry.   A proud night for Shauna, her parents and Tralee Parnells.

Tralee Parnells U7s having some fun at the last training session of the season

U7 Hurling
The under 7 had a fantastic evening of hurling, craic and fun at the last training session of the season in Caherslee.   Thank you to Kerry GDA, Colm O’Brien for a brilliant family “Hurl with me” session also.

Tralee Parnells U9s at Austin Stack Park for the last County Hurling blitz for 2024

U9 Hurling
Our Under 9s took part in the last County Hurling blitz of the season in Austin Stack Park on Saturday.  The boys had a few great games against Abbeydorney, Crotta and Ballyheigue. The coaches went home very proud of everyone of the players showing some great skills and determination.

Training takes place on Tuesday evening weather permitting and our awards night is on Friday night in CBS national school hall. The managers would like to thank all the parents for their commitment also the coaches and parents that helped out throughout the year.

U10 Camogie
Well done to our U10 girls who competed in the last U10 blitz of the season at the weekend. They played very well and worked hard for each other and deserved their success in the blitz. Keep up the practice at home, girls.

Tralee Parnells U11s with Clare Hurling Stars Ian Galvin and John Conlan at the Jack Moriarty tournament in Clonlara

U11 Hurling
Our U-11s had an immensely enjoyable trip to Clonlara, County Clare at the weekend where they participated in the excellently hosted Jack Moriarty tournament. A big thank you to the hosts for their hospitality and a shout out to Clare stars Ian Galvin and John Conlan for taking their time with the lads. This marks the end of a brilliant year for this group of players who now get a well earned break.

U16 Camogie
Well done to u16 camogie squad on their round two Championship win over CillArd in Ardfert GAA.

Under 21
Our Under 21s were beaten in the North Kerry championship quarter final by St Brendans Ardfert on Friday evening. The squad will continue training in preparation for the County Championship quarter final which will take place on the weekend of 11/12/13 October where Parnells will face the winners of Crotta/Kilmoyley and East Kerry.

Junior Hurling
Our Junior hurlers were beaten in the South Kerry League final on Saturday evening away to Dr Crokes after extra time on a score of 2-18 1-18.  The boys were unlucky not to get the result they deserved.
The year is now over for the Senior and Junior Hurling teams.  Management will be in touch soon to have a players meeting, plan for next year and arrange some gym programmes.

Club Shop
Check out the Tralee Parnells Hurling and Camogie shops which will close this week.  Order your Camogie gear at – https://cobisports.com/product-category/club-shop/tralee-parnells-camogie-club/ – by Friday 3rd to guarantee delivery before Christmas.  Order hurling gear at https://link.mfc-sports.com/Link?link=IAYGY2 by Thursday 2nd. There is a fantastic range of gear available including kit bags, hats and body warmers, ideal Christmas presents.

Lotto
The lotto draw took place on 23rd September where the numbers drawn were: 6, 17, 19, 27.  There was no jackpot winner.  Micheal Cassidy won the lucky dip prize of €25. Next draw: 7th October.  For just €5 players have three changes of winning the jackpot.  Play at https://traleeparnells.clubforce.com/products/tralee-parnells-gaa-lotto.  Thank you for your continued support, the Lotto Committee

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Na Gaeil GAA Club News

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Lotto results: Lotto Tue 24th September 2024. Numbers drawn were 4, 12, 22, 31. No winner. Lucky dip winners of €20 were John O’Connor, Phil Kelly, Shane Murphy, Colm Ó Conchubhair, Myra Daly. Our next draw will be tomorrow night (Tuesday) and the jackpot will be €2,850. Why not try your luck in our lotto. The links is as follows:https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Na%20Gaeil%20CLG/lotto

Wedding Bells: Comhghairdeas to our former senior goalkeeper Timmy Culloty who married Aoibheann O’Grady recently. We wish them a long and happy life together.

RIP: Our sincere sympathy to Mary Ross and her family on the passing of her mother Irene Ross (nee Lovett) last week. May she rest in peace.

Last Monday night (23rd) our club bingo celebrated its 14th birthday. Attached please find a photo of 4 of our wonderful ladies who volunteer their time, along with many others, to make our bingo such a success. From left to right: Niamh Burke, Jackie Carlos, Mary Sheehy, Cáit Looney.

Bingo: Last Monday night we celebrated Na Gaeil Bingo’s 14th birthday. Thank you to all our wonderful bingo patrons who have supported us over the past 14 years. Lenár bpatrúin Biongó go léir, go raibh míle maith agaibh. The Bingo Committee would also like to thank Denis Moriarty for taking the photos on the night. Tonight (Monday) our Mini Accumulater Jackpot House will be worth €270 in 47 calls. 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.

Hospice Coffee Morning: In spite of the inclement weather, there was a great turnout yesterday morning for the Hospice Coffee Morning & bake sale. €1,560 was raised so a huge thank you to everyone who supported this worthy cause. Mór Buíochas le gach éinne a thacaigh le Maidin Caife Na Gaeil ar son Óispís Chiarraí maidin inné. Go raibh míle míle maith agaibh as bhur bhflaithiúlacht. Ní neart go cur le chéile.

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.

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

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 9 buachaillí: Our u9s are finished their season. Cífimid sibh go léir an bhliain seo chugainn!

Fé 11 buachaillí: Our u11s are now finished their season. Cífimid sibh go léir an bhliain seo chugainn!

Fé 15 buachaillí: Well done to our u15 boys who defeated Churchill last Wednesday (25th) in Killeen in the Town Board/St. Brendan’s Championship. Next Sunday (6th) they will take on Ardfert in Killeen at 11.30am.

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 9.30am and Wednesdays at 6.30pm 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: Ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine. Under the shadow, and with the support of one another, people survive.

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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Kerins O’Rahillys GAA Club News

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Senior County Championship:

Following the completion of 3rd games in the Garveys Supervalu county championship the quarter final draw saw St Brendans paired with Kenmare Shamrocks who got the better of Mid Kerry in a close encounter on Sunday.

The game is fixed for Saturday next, 5th October in Fitzgerald Stadium where throw in is @ 15.30

The remaining games will see an East Kerry derby between Dr Crokes and Rathmore, defending champions will take on St Kierans with the final fixture between Templenoe and Dingle.

Fixtures are scheduled for next weekend and  once available will be posted on social media platforms.

Declan Quill:

Declan and his co bainisteoir Dara Long, have announced that they are stepping aside from their roles with the Kerry ladies senior team.

They bow at the top, leaving at the pinnacle of success. They will have learned valuable lessons along the way, the heartbreak of two All Ireland final losses and now the thrill of a massive achievement following their win over Galway last month.

There is no doubt that both will be back patrolling the sidelines in the future imparting their knowledge and expertise to other teams – we wish them both the best of luck for the future.

Sports Capital Grants: 

There was much comment and delight with the announcement during the week of the allocation of Sports Capital Grants for clubs and societies in the county.

We share that delight with the announcement that Holy Family School has been allocated almost €170k in funding to assist with the development of a new Astro Turf pitch on their grounds.

We partnered with the school in this venture which will be used by pupils and our members alike- this is an important development and we look forward to cementing our ties with the school over the coming years.

Our thanks to principal Maria O’Regan for providing this opportunity and our own Padraig Griffin who is part of the staff in Holy Family – mol an óige agus tiocfaidh siad.

Healthy Club:

We have been busy getting your Healthy Club up and running. There are a lot of admin tasks to be completed before we start to implement programmes for the club and community. We want to get this right so that this project will benefit the club and surrounding community now and far into the future.

With that in mind would you mind taking two minutes to complete this form? It will help us to develop our Healthy Club Program. It would be great if you can submit your response by 4th Oct 2024. Thank you!

https://forms.office.com/r/2jRAcDRH1q

Juvenile Academy:

Unfortunately due to the weather warning our last training session for academy along with games were cancelled on Sunday – but don’t worry on Sunday 6th October we will have an end of season fun day in Strand road main pitch from 10.30am to 12pm. Some fun and games and medal presentations will take place for our Juvenile Academy players. We look forward to seeing you all there.

U11 Boys:

Unfortunately, due to the yellow rain warning the blitz in Castleisland was cancelled.

Thus concludes the u11 season for 2024.

We want to say a huge thank you to all the players for the great season they have put in. They were absolutely brilliant to show up for training and games. We want to pay special tribute to  the parents for all the dropping and collecting ye have been doing all year. Without your support, we wouldn’t have a team. Thanks so much.

U13s

U13 Boys:

Hard to find the words to do justice for these true Blues as Sunday evening we lost our 2nd Final after extra time in just two weeks.  They showed resilience, talent and grit along the way and in two short years they worked their way from Div 7 to Div 1 and made it to all 3 Finals in all 3 competitions we were in.

U13s

The future is bright  and they can hold their heads high. Thanks to you, the parents for always bringing them to training and games and for your continued support.

Ladies Notes: 

U15 Girls:

Due to the weather warning the girls Semi Final was postponed  on Sunday evening, new date to be confirmed. Keep an eye on our social media pages for updates.

Under 17s

U17 Girls:

Our U17s had a great win Wednesday evening at home against Beale in the Semi Final of the Championship. The backs played a great game,  very strong on defense keeping Beale from scoring throughout the game. We kept the scoreboard ticking over with scores from Aimee, Aoife, Kelly, Chloe & Aoibheann. Great performance by all. Best of luck in the Final on Wednesday evening.

Huge congratulations to both our club players Lily Mae (U16 Girls) and Shea (U13 Boys) for being selected for the Basketball Ireland Academies! Both play for local basketball team Tralee Magic.  Wishing them both all the best.

Your club, your voice:

We would love to hear from you with any items of interest or suggestions you may have – the club phone, 085 2095001 is the best means of communication available.

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St Pats GAA Club News

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Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club lotto of €3000 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 11, 23,24 & 30. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

1.       Emer Uí hÓgain c/o Gala
2.      Elaine Conway Blennerville
3.      Tommy Dowling Brynesworth
4.      Annette Roche c/o Rock Inn
5.      Lauren Moynihan Camp
Next week’s Lotto will have a Jackpot of €3100 and the draw will take place on Sunday Night 06/09/2024 at 9pm in Skelper Quanes Bar 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=0from 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.

Academy Parish League 2024
 
This year’s Round 1 and Round 2 of our Parish League were unfortunately postponed last Sunday morning due to bad weather. We will now play all 3 rounds and finals of this year’s tournament on Sunday Oct 6th.

This is also our end of season for this year’s Academy, and we will have loads of fun on the day with certificates and medals for all our boys and girls as well as some family fun on the day! See everyone there.

U13 Girls

Our U13 girls played Milltown/Castlemaine last Thursday night 26th of September, the girls played well but unfortunately Milltown/Castlemaine were too strong and came away with the win.

St Brendan’s Board
 
St Brendan’s Board are set to play Kenmare Shamrocks in their Quarter Final draw on Saturday 5th of October at 3.30pm in Fitzgerald Stadium.

Templenoe play Dingle on Sunday 6th of October at 1.30pm at Fitzgerald Stadium

East Kerry play St Kieran’s Sunday 6th of October at 2pm in Austin Stacks Park

Dr Crokes play Rathmore Sunday 6th of October at 3.30pm in Fitzgerald Stadium

End of Season Seniors

There is an end of season get together for our seniors please come and join them on Saturday night in Skelper Quanes.

Best of Luck
 
To Declan Quill and Darragh Long as they step aside as Joint Managers of Kerry Ladies in their future endeavours, sad to see them go.

Congratulations
 
To Kaela Reidy who was chosen for the Basketball Ireland Academies, she plays with Tralee Magic the U14 Girls Southwest Academy

To Eamonn Sayers who will take up the position on Her Sport Board of Advisors. Her Sport’s mission is to use sport to empower, educate and inspire so girls and women can achieve their full potential.

To Moss and Jonathan Trant on the Ploughing Championship.
 
Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Kay Tarrant Connolly Park, Jerome Carmody The Spa, Teresa Browne Burke Fenit and Eileen Ross Causeway & Kilmoyley.

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Ballymacelligott GAA Club News

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BALLYMAC LADIES

Senior Ladies 

The Countdown is on. Have you your Flags Flying? Are the car flags on? Just one week to YOUR Senior Ladies Bons Secours Junior A County Championship Final v Abbeydorney LGFA. Venue and Time is still to be decided, link to tickets for the final will be on our social media sites as soon as they are released.

Best Wishes to all our Ladies and the management team

Underage Championships

Unfortunately, our 13’s and 17’s exited their championships this week at the semi-final stage and our U15’s exited at the Quarter Final stage.

Onto the Divisional Championship now with St.Kieran’s, we hope to see loads of our Ladies involved in the three different age groups and it would be great to see some of our coaches involved too.

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Under 9 Boys

Our U9 boys were invited to Castleisland Desmonds end of year academy session for some Go Games. A Brilliant morning was topped off with each boy receiving a goodie bag at the end. Many thanks to Ivan and the rest of the Desmonds coaches for organizing.

Academy

Our Academy had to be cancelled because of the weather on Sunday morning

Our Academy training will be in the training pitch at 11am Sunday see you there

Lotto

Lotto Results Monday 23rd September 24

The Ballymacelligott GAA Club weekly Lotto draw took place this evening in the Half Way Shop, Ballymacelligott, on Monday, 23rd September 2024.

Maureen O’Shea, Ballymac GAA, and Thomas McQuinn, proprietor of The Halfway Shop and Bar, conducted the draw live on Facebook.

The numbers drawn were 6,16, 24 and 30.

There was no winner of the Jackpot of €3200.00

Congratulations to the lucky dip winners this week:
€30.00 – Owen Lyons purchased her ticket from Paula Silles.
€20.00 – Margaret Downey who purchased her ticket online
€20.00—Brian Curran who purchased his ticket online.

The Next Jackpot is an exciting opportunity to win €3300. The draw will be live on Facebook from Glenduff House at around 7.00 pm on Monday, September 30th. Get your tickets and join us for the thrill of the draw!

On September 23rd, all the Quick Pick winners from the previous five weeks were entered into a draw for a fantastic prize of a €50.00 voucher from The Half Way Shop.
Thomas McQuinn drew the winner, Brian Curran. Congratulations, Brian!

Play Ball Lotto Ticket sales close at 6 pm sharp online. Don’t miss out on the chance to win; get your tickets now 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 Halfway Shop, O’Riada’s Bar and Restaurant and Glenduff Manor.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our three local businesses for facilitating the sale of the lotto tickets and their continued support. To enable all the entries in the draw, the closing time for Quick Pick (paper) entries is Sunday nights at Glenduff Manor and 4 p.m. on Mondays from The Halfway and O’Riada’s Bar and Restaurant.

We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support. Your contributions are invaluable to our club’s day-to-day running costs, and we truly appreciate them. Your support keeps us going; we couldn’t have done it without you.

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John Mitchels GAA Club News

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Senior Men – Our Senior Men played the last round of the County League on Sunday at home v Ardfert in what were horrendous weather conditions. Congratulations to Ardfert who won on the day.

Mothers & Others Notes – Training continues on Monday evening at 7pm as we prepare for a blitz in Legion on October 5th.  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 – Due to the poor weather conditions our Academy Blitz against Strand Road was postponed. Looking forward to it being rescheduled. In the interim keep on practicing and we will see you at the club next Sunday at our normal training time.

Under 9 Boys – The bad weather didn’t stop our U9 Boys training on Sunday Morning last as we trained indoors in the comfort of our fantastic Sports Hall. Our boys started their training at 9.50am with ball work and coordination skills quickly followed by some stretching and movement skills. Our young superstars finished their session with 2 highly contested hand passing games with every player putting in great performances. Next week we look forward to hosting Ballymac. Parents will be notified with times etc during the week and until then boys keep on practicing!!

Under 8s and 10s Girls – Due to the poor weather today’s challenge game was cancelled. See you all next week at the normal time.

Under 12 and 13 Girls – John Mitchels Under 13 girls were due to play Milltown/Castlemaine in Caherlsee on Sunday at 3.30pm in the Club Championship final. This game was cancelled due to the weather warning. Please keep an eye on our social media for the rescheduled fixture.

Under 14 and 16 Girls – Our Under 15 girls played Beale in the semi-final of the County Championship on Thursday evening at home. A tremendous performance by the players and manager in what were the worst of weather conditions. We play the final on Friday. Time and venue tbc. We will play the winners of Duagh and Shannonside Tarbert in the final.

Under 11 Boys – We trained indoors on Sunday due to the adverse weather conditions. The boys relished the new environment and completed a number of drills. Coach Dan introduced a team work exercise which the group performed well. We finished with a competitive game.

Next Sunday our older boys will be out in Milltown for a blitz. Details to follow by WhatsApp.

Under 13 Boys – Our Gold Team played Ardfert on Thursday evening in terrible weather conditions. That said, well done to both teams for a great game of football. John Mitchels won on the evening and are now through to another final v Austin Stacks. Details of this final to be organised in the coming days and will be sent out via our social media challenges.

Under 14 & 15 Boys – We play Austin Stacks at home on Monday night at 6.30pm in the 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 29th September 2024.

This week’s Lotto numbers are 8, 11, 31 & 32. There was no winner of the Jackpot of €4,300.00. Congratulations to our three lucky dip winners this week:
€25.00: Aisling Lacey
€25.00: Thomas Kearns
€25.00: David O’Sullivan
Next week’s Jackpot is €4,350.00 and the draw will take place on Facebook Live on Sunday 6th 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 Tess Burke, Dr Sean McBride, Jerome Carmody, Austin Daly and John O’Brien

News

PHOTOS: Tralee Bay Wetlands Hosts Event Focusing On Rivers

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Locals pictured at the Tralee Bay Wetlands event over the weekend with a focus on who lives along our rivers in Tralee town. Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD .

OVER the weekend, Tralee Bay Wetlands hosted an inspiring event celebrating the diverse life along our beautiful rivers.

From the vibrant plants that sway in the breeze to the fish darting beneath the surface, the rich ecosystem that thrives in our town was explored.

Visitors saw otters playing in the water and bats flitting through the twilight sky, showcasing the incredible wildlife that calls this area home.

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Birdwatchers marvelled at the feathered residents, while nature enthusiasts discovered the fascinating world of insects that contribute to our local biodiversity.

The event also highlighted the importance of community, bringing together people who cherish the serene riverside walks and the tranquility they offer. Scroll down for photos…

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Cathy Eastman talked about Biodiversity with Locals at the Tralee Bay Wetlands event over the weekend. Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD .
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A Celebration Of Kerry’s Architecture And Landscapes

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Needs a new roof…Eamonn Kissane, guiding guests to their seats, for a special concert in the iconic caverns of Valentia Island Slate Quarry performed by Kerry Choral Union with Conductor and Musical Director – Sharon Reidy. The concert was part of Kerry County Council annual Architecture Kerry Weekend 2024, hosted by Aidan Forde, owner, Valentia Slate Quarry. . Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

Kerry’s built heritage and the county’s architectural landscape was celebrated during a wide range of engaging events including free guided tours and exhibitions, walking tours and seminars which took place around the county over the past week as part of the popular Architecture Kerry Festival.

On Friday last, the Irish Georgian Society and Kerry County Council presented a seminar on Kerry’s historic landscapes and demesnes at Coláiste Íde, Dingle in association with the Cairde Choláiste Íde Teo.

On Thursday and Saturday, the Trustees of Muckross House hosted Kingdom of Skills, an event to highlight vernacular skills and traditions at Muckross Traditional Farms which included conservation clinics and demonstrations.

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On Sunday, Valentia Slate quarry hosted the Kerry Choral Union for Architecture Kerry which was a memorable musical experience.

Kerry County Museum hosted Hands-on-History workshops all week with primary and secondary school students enjoying archaeology and history at the Museum.

Choir in the Quarry…Kerry Choral Union, with Conductor and Musical Director Sharon Reidy, performing in the iconic caverns of Valentia Island Slate Quarry, as part of Kerry County Council, Architecture Kerry 2024 events. The concert was hosted by Aidan Forde, Owner Valentia Island Slate Quarry.  Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

‘Make a Town’ with ‘Makermeet’ presented an exhibition from Tralee’s post-primary school students in Tralee Library and Kerry Local Creative Youth Partnership showcased a project on Killarney’s streetscapes, funded by Creative Ireland.

Kerry County Council’s Architectural Conservation Officer, Victoria McCarthy, said this year’s festival welcomed over a thousand people to various events throughout the county: ‘It’s been a fabulous week of events and engagement and I want to thank all of the tour providers and volunteers, without whom the festival would not have been such a success.’

The aim of the festival was to highlight the wide diversity of the architectural landscape in Kerry and to make some of the best-known sites of architectural significance in the county accessible to all ages. Tours this year focused on high quality contemporary architecture, town centre living and renovation projects.

Architecture Kerry is supported by Kerry County Council, the Heritage Council, Creative Ireland and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage in partnership with the OPW, the Irish Georgian Society, the Kerry Archaeological and Historical Society, the Trustees of Muckross House, Kerry County Museum, Kerry Library, and Cairde Choláiste Íde Teo.

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Cara Credit Union’s ‘CU Through Your Interview’ Initiative Kicks Off

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Pictured at Castlegregory Secondary School : Philip Lynch Cara Credit Union , Caren Blennerhassett principal Mean Scoil An Leith Truig Castlegregory Secondary School , , Caoimhe Skinner Student , Mary Lucey of Career Ahead , Katie Hennessey Student , Carol O’Brien Castlegregory Secondary School , Cillian Flynn student and Emmett Harty student .
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CARA Credit Union is excited to announce its highly anticipated “CU Through Your Interview” initiative to all Transition Year (TY) has begun with a visit to Mean Scoil Nua an Leith Triúigh.

Partnering with Mary Lucey of Career Ahead, this initiative aims to equip TY students with essential interview skills and provide them with invaluable first-hand interview experience.

The program will reach TY classes across fourteen secondary schools in Cara Credit Unions common bond area and reach nearly 800 TY students in total.

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It includes comprehensive interview workshops and mock interviews, designed to prepare students for real-world job interviews. “We will conduct face-to-face workshops to teach vital interview skills and techniques. Following these workshops, we will return to each school to conduct mock interviews,” explained Philip Lynch, Marketing Officer at Cara Credit Union. “The interview panels will consist of Mary Lucey of Career Ahead and experienced Cara Credit Union staff, who will provide students with constructive feedback.”

An integral part of the initiative is a budgeting workshop, aimed at educating students on financial literacy. “For many students, this may be their first experience receiving an income from a part-time job. We are here to teach them the importance of saving and managing their money wisely,” added Lynch.

Additionally, Cara Credit Union is promoting its FREE globally accepted MasterCard Debit Card for students. “It’s crucial for anyone receiving an income to keep their money safe. We are informing students that they can open a FREE Cara Credit Union current account, which includes a globally accepted MasterCard Debit Card and other fantastic features to ensure their money is secure,” Lynch highlighted.

For more information on Cara Credit Union’s current account call 066 712 2373, visit www.caracreditunion.ie or by visit your local Cara Credit Union branch in Tralee, Castleisland, Killorglin, Ballyduff, Causeway or Corca Dhuibhne.

 

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For further information contact Philip.lynch@caracreditunion.ie or call 087 7105430.

 

News

Road Safety Conference For Older Drivers To Be Held In Tralee

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Declan Keogh

Kerry County Council and Age Friendly Kerry will host a road safety conference for older drivers on Tuesday, October 8, at the Rose Hotel in Tralee. The event, which is free of charge, takes place from 10.30am to 2pm.

The conference is being organised and hosted by Kerry County Council and the local authority’s Road Safety Officer, Declan Keogh.

Anna May McHugh of the National Ploughing Association will be among the keynote speakers at the conference along with representatives from Kerry County Council, An Garda Síochána, the Road Safety Authority, the Older Peoples Council and a road safety consultant for older drivers.

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“Older drivers have shared their experiences with me and with Kerry County Council in recent times, though meetings with Age Friendly Kerry and the Older Peoples Council, and they have described some of what they encounter on the road as older drivers,” said Declan Keogh.

“Some have recalled aggression, tailgating, and being placed under pressure to ‘move on’, while others had questions regarding losing their licence if it expires and what the requirements were on eyesight and medical tests for driving licences. This was the starting point for the older drivers’ conference.

“It is important that every motorist is allowed to drive in a safe and appropriate manner, despite their age. It is also just as important that drivers continue to drive in an independent and comfortable manner, in the knowledge that they are a competent driver. The conference will allow delegates to receive advice and guidance on how to improve and manage their driving skills and deal with other elements and road users along their journey. The conference aims to promote the positive, independent experience of driving for longer.”

A number of exhibitors will also be on hand to provide information and advice to older drivers.

Those interested in attending are being reminded they must register for their free ticket through EventBrite.ie. Further details are available on the Council’s social media platforms.

News, Sport

Fifteen Kerry Ladies Nominated For TG4 All-Star Awards

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ALL-Ireland Senior Champions Kerry lead the way on the list of nominations for coveted 2024 TG4 All-Star Awards.

The Kingdom, who won the Brendan Martin Cup at Croke Park on Sunday August 4, make up one-third of the 45-player long list, with 15 players in the running for the prestigious individual gongs.

Runners-up Galway have nine players nominated, Lidl National League Division 1 Champions Armagh are next in line with eight, Dublin have five players nominated, Cork have four, while players from Meath, Kildare, Tipperary and Waterford have also been included in the list compiled by the Ladies Gaelic Football Association’s All-Star committee.

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Kerry captured their 12th TG4 All-Ireland Senior title, and first since 1993, this year and that landmark success is reflected in the list of TG4 All-Star nominations.

The 2024 list also includes six players who received TG4 All-Star Awards in 2023 – Kerry trio Eilís Lynch, captain Niamh Carmody and Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh, and Dublin’s Leah Caffrey, Jennifer Dunne and captain Carla Rowe.

Along with Lynch, Carmody and Ní Mhuircheartaigh, Kerry also have goalkeeper Ciara Butler, winner of the 2024 ZuCar Golden Glove Award, defenders Ciara Murphy, Kayleigh Cronin, Aishling O’Connell, Aoife Dillane and Deirdre Kearney, midfielders Anna Galvin and Mary O’Connell, and forwards Niamh Ní Chonchúir, Síofra O’Shea, Danielle O’Leary and Emma Dineen nominated for 2024 TG4 All-Star Awards.

On the 2024 TG4 All-Star team, one goalkeeper will be chosen from the shortlist of three, with three players selected from each of the full-back, half-back, half-forward and full-forward lines for inclusion, along with two midfielders from the six nominated.

The 2024 TG4 All-Star team will be announced at a gala banquet at The Bonnington Dublin Hotel on Saturday, November 16.

The 2024 TG4 Junior, Intermediate and Senior Players’ Player of the Year Award winners will also be revealed on the night, while the 2024 inductee into the Ladies Gaelic Football Association (LGFA) Hall of Fame will be acknowledged.

2024 TG4 All-Star nominees:
Goalkeeper

Anna Carr (Armagh), Dearbhla Gower (Galway), Ciara Butler (Kerry).

Full Back Line

Grace Ferguson (Armagh), Clodagh McCambridge (Armagh), Melissa Duggan (Cork), Leah Caffrey (Dublin)*, Kate Geraghty (Galway), Sarah Ní Loingsigh (Galway), Kayleigh Cronin (Kerry), Eilís Lynch (Kerry)*, Ciara Murphy (Kerry).

Half Back Line

Lauren McConville (Armagh), Cait Towe (Armagh), Sinéad Goldrick (Dublin), Aoife Ní Cheallaigh (Galway), Nicola Ward (Galway), Aoife Dillane (Kerry), Deirdre Kearney (Kerry), Aishling O’Connell (Kerry), Emma Murray (Waterford).

Midfield

Caroline O’Hanlon (Armagh), Máire O’Callaghan (Cork), Jennifer Dunne (Dublin)*, Ailbhe Davoren (Galway) Anna Galvin (Kerry), Mary O’Connell (Kerry).

Half Forward Line

Blaithín Mackin (Armagh), Aoife McCoy (Armagh), Emma Cleary (Cork), Caoimhe O’Connor (Dublin), Olivia Divilly (Galway), Louise Ward (Galway), Niamh Carmody (Kerry)*, Niamh Ní Chonchúir (Kerry), Síofra O’Shea (Kerry).

Full Forward Line

Katie Quirke (Cork), Carla Rowe (Dublin)*, Róisín Leonard (Galway), Emma Dineen (Kerry), Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh (Kerry)*, Danielle O’Leary (Kerry), Róisín Byrne (Kildare), Emma Duggan (Meath), Aishling Moloney (Tipperary).

News, Sport

REPORT: Kerry FC Draw With Finn Harps At Mounthawk Park

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David Moriarty reports on Kerry’s game against Finn Harps last night in Tralee…

KERRY FC 1-1 FINN HARPS

Kerry FC returned to Mounthawk Park in League of Ireland action for the first time since a tough 4-1 loss to Cork City two weeks ago. Kerry FC have faced a tough few weeks in the League of Ireland with just five points in their last eleven league games.

Harps on the other hand are giving themselves a great chance at finishing in the promotion places with ten points out of a possible twelve, most recently drawing 2-2 away to Cork City last week in Turners Cross.

A win in Tralee would put themselves in the conversation for a promotion place with just three games remaining.

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First Team Head Coach Conor McCarthy would be without Ryan Kelliher for the game on Friday as he picked up a slight injury in the game away to Bray Wanderers last Friday

Although the results on the pitch haven’t been the best, there was great news for the club on Wednesday as Kerry FC received funding of €387,983 from the community sport fund. This will further escalate Mounthawk Park for supporters and players in the coming future.

The first half was a very cagey affair with neither side really getting many opportunities to get themselves ahead. Kerry FC had an attempt early on with a ball being whipped into the area by Kennedy Amechi towards Cian Brosnan but seventeen year old goalkeeper Oisin Cooney was well out to claim it.

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Success Edugon had the first chance on goal for Finn Harps by getting past Sean O’Connell on the right wing and getting his shot off with his left foot. It was looking like it was on target but rose in the end and went over the crossbar clear of any danger for the Kerry FC defence.

 

Kennedy Amechi was in the action once again and had possibly Kerry FC’s best chance of the first half when he got into the area and had a shot with his right foot low and hard into the side netting. It was much better from Kerry FC compared to previous games in an attacking sense.

 

Kerry FC were fantastic in nullifying any Finn Harps attacking attempt with the midfield working tirelessly in getting the ball back. Kerry turned over the ball numerous times from Finn Harps attacks and the work off the ball was exceptional throughout. Half an hour in, Ethan Kos headed over the crossbar from a corner and the home side were getting closer and closer to taking the lead.

Cian Brosnan got a shot away in space just inside the box nine minutes before the final whistle of the first forty five minutes but with little power Cooney gathered it easily. Kerry FC put in a great first half performance and all they were lacking was a goal. It was important that Kerry FC started the second half the same way they finished the first because a drop in performance would be easily punished by Finn Harps target man Success Edugon and the pace he possesses.

Kennedy Amechi came close again eleven minutes into the second half. He put a great ball into the six yard box but unfortunately there was nobody there to get on the end of it.

Oran Crowe leaped high to get on the end of a Cian Brosnan cross and it was cleared off the line by the Harps defence and nearly put into their own net. It eventually came to nothing. As the game wore on it felt like it would be another night for Kerry FC in front of goal as they could not get one over the line, figuratively and literally.

Nine minutes after that golden opportunity for Crowe, completely against the run of play, Finn Harps would take the lead. Good work between Success Edugon and Sean Patton opened up a pass for Patrick Ferry who took the shot on first time on the edge of the box and he slotted it into the bottom left corner past Antonio Tuta. A golden goal in the stage of the game by Harps who were far from their best on the evening.

Eleven minutes later Kerry FC would equalise through Sean McGrath who bagged his tenth goal in a Kerry FC jersey. Brilliant work once again from Nathan Gleeson on that left wing opened an opportunity for himself who toe-poked a shot at goal. Cooney did very well to get down to it but McGrath was there to tap in the rebound and get the home side level.

In the first minute of additional time Oran Crowe had an unbelievable opportunity to win it but his shot was equalled by Cooney who prevented his side from falling to a double blow in the late stages. It ended in a draw and Kerry FC showed positive signs as they head into the final three games of the season. They travel to Cobh Ramblers next Friday in their penultimate away game of the league season and look to improve even further on their performance from Friday night. The draw brings Kerry FC back to ninth on the table, ahead of Longford on goal difference

KERRY FC TEAM: 1. ANTONIO TUTA, 23. FINN BARRETT, 6. ETHAN KOS, 5. ANDY SPAIN (C), 3. SEAN O’CONNELL, 8. RONAN TEAHAN, 4. ORAN CROWE, 7. SEAN MCGRATH (GOAL ‘81), 13. NATHAN GLEESON, 11. DANIEL OKWUTE, 17. CIAN BROSNAN

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

FINN HARPS TEAM: 25. OISIN COONEY, 2. JAMIE WASTON, 3. KEVIN JORDAN, 5. MATTHEW MAKINSON, 6. NOE BABA, 7. PATRICK FERRY (GOAL ‘70), 8. MAX HUTCHINSON, 9. SUCCESS EDUGON, 10. SEAN PATTON, 22. DAVID CAWLEY, 26. TONY MCNAMEE.

SUBS: COREY SHERIDAN, LUKE O’BRIEN, MAX JOHNSTON, GAVIN GILMORE, BRUCE STRACHAN, AARON MCLAUGHLIN, GAVIN MCATEER. LUKE O’BRIEN

News, SCHOOLS

Young People Celebrated At Lee Strand Kerry Garda Youth Achievement Awards

Kerry’s youth celebrated at the Lee Strand/Kerry Garda Youth Achievement Awards 2024. Photo Domnick Walsh

TWO hundred people from across the county attended the 27th celebration of the Lee Strand Kerry Garda Youth Achievement Awards 2024 in the Ballyroe Heights Hotel, Tralee on Friday.

Twenty-five awards were presented accompanied with an inspiring citation of each winner’s achievements. Twenty Merit Awards, a Group Award, a Special Achievement Award, a Community Safety Award, Inspiring our Youth Award and the Overall Winner Award were presented on the night.

The awards scheme which first commenced in 1998 are held for youths between the ages of thirteen and twenty-one years and recognise the great contribution young people have made and continue to make to their communities in Kerry.

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Fourteen year-old Cillian O’Leary from Kilcummin in Killarney was announced as the Overall Winner of the Lee Strand Kerry Garda Youth Achievement Awards 2024.

The Lee Strand Kerry Garda Group Award was presented to Meán Scoil Nua an Leith Triúigh (TY Class of 2024). The Lee Strand Kerry Garda Youth Special Achievement Award was presented to Taylor Lynch.

The Lee Strand Kerry Garda Youth Achievement Community Safety Award was presented to Ciara Murphy & Saoirse Murphy. The Inspiring our Youth Award was presented to Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh.

Twenty Lee Strand Kerry Garda Youth Achievement Merit Award Certificates were presented to individuals who have made a positive contribution to their community and make it a better place to live. The recipients were: Blathnaid Casey; Callum Russell; Caoimhe Brosnan; Calvin O’Sullivan; Chloe Mason; Clodagh McGorrian; Erin O’Connor; Fionn Spillane; Jack Collins; Liam Smith; Mic Oscailte Group (Jack O’Céilleachair, Katie Ní Chéilleachair, Liam MacGabhann & Emily NicGabhann); Mikey McGlynn; Morgan O’Flaherty; Padraic McCarthy; Patrick Joseph O’Sullivan; Presentation Secondary School Tralee (Dream Spacers); Rebecca O’Sullivan; Sadhbh O’Halloran; Shauna Harris and Sliabh Luachra Boxing Club (Youth Leadership Group).

Chief Superintendent Padraic Powell stated; “It is fundamental that the youth of this country are recognised for the crucial role they play in the future of our Society. An Garda Síochána is committed to ensuring this is reinforced via the Garda Youth Achievement Awards in collaboration with Lee Strand.

“It is essential that we recognise their excellent contribution to society in areas of sports, arts, culture & charity and also in the way they may selflessly and lovingly care for a relative or friend.  These awards have a positive impact on our wider community in celebrating the achievements of such outstanding young people and I would like to extend our appreciation and thanks to Lee Strand for their continued sponsorship and support.”

Kieran Savage, Chairperson, Lee Strand commented; “Lee Strand is delighted to support the Kerry Garda Youth Achievement Awards since 1998. Over the past 27 years Lee Strand in association with An Garda Siochana have always been proactive in acknowledging and identifying the positive work by young people and voluntary groups to enhance community life in Kerry.

“The awards are a fantastic celebration of their outstanding achievements. We would like to congratulate all of this year’s winners and thank our customers for supporting Lee Strand. It is only with the continued support of our customers that enables Lee Strand to continue to sponsor great celebrations like the Kerry Garda Youth Achievement Awards.”

Overall Winner – Cillian O’Leary

Group Award – Meán Scoil Nua an Leith Triúigh (TY Class of 2024)

Special Achievement Award – Taylor Lynch

Community Safety Award – Ciara Murphy & Saoirse Murphy

Inspiring our Youth Award – Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh

Merit Awards

Blathnaid Casey

Callum Russell

Caoimhe Brosnan

Calvin O’Sullivan

Chloe Mason

Clodagh McGorrian

Erin O’Connor

Fionn Spillane

Jack Collins

Liam Smith

Mic Oscailte Group (Jack O’Céilleachair, Katie Ní Chéilleachair, Liam MacGabhann & Emily NicGabhann)

Mikey McGlynn

Morgan O’Flaherty

Padraic McCarthy

Patrick Joseph O’Sullivan

Presentation Secondary School Tralee (Dream Spacers)

Rebecca O’Sullivan

Sadhbh O’Halloran

Shauna Harris

Sliabh Luachra Boxing Club (Youth Leadership Group)

Beauty&Fashion, Lifestyle

Sponsored: 50% Off Tribella Treatment At CHRC

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The Tribella is the ultimate facial rejuvenation treatment and for the month of September it is 50% off, only €250 at CHRC.

This treatment works on pigmentation, fine lines, redness, wrinkles, skin laxity and overall skin rejuvenation. Straight after your treatment, your skin will feel warm, and you will have a red appearance.

It may feel like mild sunburn and pigmentated vascular lesions may become darker in colour. The treatment will continue to work and full results will beevident from three months after your last treatment. A course is recommended but just try one to see the initial benefits!

“I recently had a Tribella and feel my skin is more uniformed and looks like I have foundation on.

For me, after years of sun exposure I had a lot of pigmentation, and I did not realise how ageing it was. Fine lines are reduced, and my overall skin looks fresher and less dull.

I also noticed my skin firmer from the radio frequency part of the treatment, which is especially good, if you are experiencing lack of firmness in the skin.

There are three different sections to this treatment to treat all different concerns you may be experiencing. You can expect to see fresher, brighter skin that looks more youthful”.

Contact chrc@bonsecours.ie or phone 086-0786120 to arrange your Tribella now at a special offer of €250, 50% off!!

Entertainment, WHAT'S ON

Finnegan On Films: A Mixed Bag Of Treats For Movie-Lovers On TV

Our movie guy, James Finnegan, looks at some films on TV today for your viewing pleasure…

Breakfast at Tiffany’s (Saturday 3.35pm RTE1) is a romantic comedy directed by Blake Edwards and based on the Truman Capote novella of the same name.

Holly Golighty (Audrey Hepburn) is a naive, eccentric socialite with a complicated past who meets Paul Varjak (George Peppard) a struggling writer, who moves into her apartment building.

It is perhaps best remembered for the Academy Award winning score and original song “Moon River” by Henry Mancini and Johnny Mercer.

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In Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (Saturday 7.00pm RTE1), four teenagers get transported and transformed into video game avatars.  They now are a party of jungle explorers, who discover that they have to work together and complete a quest in order to escape the game and return to reality.

Nothing runs smoothly and fascinating discoveries make for a very entertaining family Saturday night film starring Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart and Karen Gillan.

The fierce rivalry between Formula One drivers James Hunt (played by Chris Hemsworth) and Niki Lauda (Daniel Bruhl)is the backdrop to Rush (Saturday 9.30pm RTE2).

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Directed by Ron Howard and written by Peter Morgan, and a typically energetic score by Hans Zimmer, the clash of personalities and styles, particularly during the 1976 Grand Prix Series, is brought across very well, although both drivers were actually good friends, which I can attest to personally.

This is one of the superior sporting biographical films and the performances of the two main leads are particularly good.  Well worth a watch.

Antoine Fuqua’s effective remake of the 1980’s television series stars Denzel Washington in the Edward Woodward role, Robert McCall, in The Equalizer (Saturday 9.45pm RTE One)

With a violent past as a secret agent behind him, McCall leads a quiet life.  However, when he comes across a young girl, Teri (Chloe Grace Moretz) being controlled by vicious gangsters, he once again uses his unique talents to fight for justice, if not always following an approved legal path.

The End of the Tour (Saturday 9.50pm TG4) tells the tale of the five day interview between Rolling Stones reporter David Lipsky (Jesse Eisenberg) and the writer David Foster Wallace following the publication of his breakout novel “infinite Jest”, and who took his own life in 2008

Jason Segal takes the role of Wallace, which he delivers a rather affecting performance that could so easily have gone down the tortured genius route.  However an excellent script by screenwriter Donald Margulies and sensitive direction by James Ponsoldt covers a whole series of related creative topics.

When a beautiful woman is found murdered, a team of Los Angeles detectives investigate the crime in Mulholland Drive (Saturday 11.40pm RTE2).  There is no shortage of suspects as the victim had several powerful lovers, all with secrets to hide, including married lead detective Max Hoover (Nick Nolte).

Directed by Lee Tamahori, this has a classic ensemble cast including Jennifer Connelly, Melanie Griffin, Michael Madsen, Chris Penn, Andrew McCarthy and John Malkovich. Enjoy!

News, SCHOOLS

Minister Foley Officially Opens Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí

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Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Celebrates Official Opening of New Campus by Minister for Education Norma Foley . Photo by Domnick Walsh

While students and staff moved into the school over a year ago,  Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí’s new campus in Cloon More, Tralee was officially opened on Frida by Minister for Education Norma Foley.

The event marked the culmination of years of planning and development, and is a new chapter for Irish-medium education in Tralee.

Minister Foley expressed her pride and excitement in seeing the project come to fruition.

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“Tá fíor-áthas orm a bheith anseo chun an ócáid speisialta seo, do Ghaelcholáiste Chiarraí, a chomóradh. I am very happy to be here today to celebrate this special occasion for Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí. Enormous credit is due to the leadership in the school, the absolute determination of the staff, their Board of Management and the great leadership of Kerry ETB and the wider community to deliver this magnificent new Gaelcholáiste.”

Chairperson of Kerry Education and Training Board (Kerry ETB), Cllr. Norma Moriarty also spoke at the event, emphasising the significance of this development for the community. “The opening of Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí’s new campus is a milestone for education in Kerry. It represents our commitment to fostering the Irish language and providing students with an environment where they can thrive academically and culturally. We are proud to support this institution as it continues to grow and succeed.”

The ceremony was attended by students, staff, local dignitaries, and representatives from the wider community and Kerry ETB. Principal Ruairí Ó Cinnéide, welcomed Minister Foley and the gathered guests. “Today is a proud day for our school. This new campus represents not just a physical move, but a step forward in our mission to provide the best possible education through the medium of Irish. We are immensely grateful to Minister Foley for her ongoing support and for officially opening our new home.”

The new building is equipped with modern facilities, including advanced science, engineering, and computer labs, a spacious sports hall and gymnasium, an indoor and outdoor art room, textile room, spacious library and an outdoor area for students to enjoy. These facilities are designed to enhance the educational experience and provide students with the tools they need to excel in their studies and extracurricular activities.

In her address, Ann O’Dwyer Director of School Youth and Music highlighted the importance of the new campus in supporting the growing demand for Irish-medium education in the region. “Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí has a long-standing reputation for excellence, and this new campus will enable the school to continue its vital role in promoting the Irish language and culture. The investment in this facility is an investment in our future, ensuring that our young people have access to the best possible state of the art resources as they pursue their education.”

The event was also an opportunity to reflect on the history of Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí, which has been a pillar of the Irish language community in Tralee for over three decades.  As the ceremony concluded, there was a sense of optimism and excitement about what the future holds for Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí. The new campus is not just a building, but a symbol of the school’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality education through Irish and fostering a strong sense of community among its students and staff.

News, WHAT'S ON

Family 5k Run/Walk On Fenit Greenway For Great Causes

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A FAMILY 5k Run/Walk will be held next month in Fenit in aid of the Kerry Hospice Centre & Cancer Trials Ireland.

The Surf 2 Town Fenit: Family 5KM Run/Walk aims to be a fun-filled family event on the Fenit Greenway and a great way to stay healthy.

Entry is €15 per adult / €5 per child. All funds received from tickets will be donated directly to the charities. You’ll also be able to make donations on the day.

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Registration will take place at the Tralee Bay Sailing Club from 10:15AM and the Run/Walk will start from Fenit Beach Public Car Park at 11AM.

There’ll be family entertainment at every kilometre and tea, coffee and refreshments available post race at Tralee Bay Sailing Club. For more details click here.

News

A Host Of Free Events For Kerry Mental Health And Wellbeing Fest

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 Pictured in Killorglin at the launch of this year’s programme of events were Steering Group members: Lisa Foley (Maine Valley FRC); Gearoid O’Doherty (Kerry Recreation & Sports Partnership); Joan Murphy (Munster Technological University); Caoimhe Keogan (Jigsaw Kerry), Donagh Hennebry (Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention Kerry); Geraldine O’Sullivan (Kerry Volunteer Centre); Carol Naughton (South Kerry Development Partnership); John Drummey (Kerry Mental Health Association). Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD .©

WALKS, talks, activities, arts, crafts and many more free indoor, outdoor and online events will feature during the Kerry Mental Health & Wellbeing Fest from 5th to 12th October 2024.

The key focus of the #KerryMHWFest is to promote mental health and wellbeing in Kerry through a fun and interactive programme of over 100 events taking place throughout the county.

The full listing of all of this year’s FREE events is available at https://KerryMentalHealthAndWellbeingFest.com/events from where prospective participants can sign-up for events and find out details of what’s on throughout the week of the Fest.

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Organised by an interagency steering group, the Kerry Mental Health and Wellbeing Fest is held annually to highlight World Mental Health Day on 10th October.

Steering Committee volunteer, Caoimhe Keogan of Jigsaw Kerry, said, “The key focus of the Kerry Mental Health & Wellbeing Fest is to create an awareness of, and schedule events that empower people to engage with the Five Ways to Wellbeing – Connect | Be Active | Take Notice | Keep Learning | Give. In doing so, we are encouraging people in our communities throughout Kerry to take time to learn, talk, reflect and engage with others around the topic of mental health and wellbeing. We are committed to raising awareness of the available mental health and wellbeing supports and services in the county. It would not be possible to facilitate such a varied programme of events without the people who are hosting activities. I wish to thank them all on behalf of my colleagues on the Steering Committee.”

All events are free registration is essential and can be done by visiting the website or following #KerryMHWFest on social media.

The Kerry Mental Health & Wellbeing Fest voluntary organising committee is a collaboration between Connecting for Life Kerry, Healthy Kerry, Kerry County Council, Kerry Recreation & Sports Partnership, the HSE, NEWKD, SKDP, Kerry Mental Health Association, Jigsaw Kerry, Munster Technological University/Kerry, MTU Students Union, KDYS, Kerry Volunteer Centre, Kerry Library, the National Learning Network and Family Resource Centres throughout the county.

Beauty&Fashion, Lifestyle, News

Dingle Artist Wins Best Dressed Man At Listowel Races

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Micheal Moran, owner of Ryle Menswear with overall winner of the Ryle Menswear Best Dressed Man 2024, Liam O’Neill.
Photo JK Photography

Irish artist, Liam O’Neill, was declared the Ryle Menswear Best Dressed Man at Listowel Races on Thursday.

It may have been raining, but the style shone brightly on the fifth day of the Listowel Harvest Racing Festival as sharp-dressed men from all over the country competed to win the prestigious title of the Ryle Menswear Best Dressed Man.

Judged by Niall Botty O’Callaghan, the race was on as men of all ages in very dapper attire jockeyed for position to win a prize fund valued at €2,000.

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After much deliberation, Liam O’Neill from Dingle, one of Ireland’s foremost contemporary artists, was declared the overall winner alright and crowned as the Ryle Menswear Best Dressed Man of 2024. Liam won a bespoke suit from Ryle Menswear valued at €1,500.

The joint runners-up were Raymond Gilbourne from Limerick and Paudie Horgan from Listowel, who each received a suit from top menswear label Benetti.

From left to right Niall Botty O’Callaghan (judge),, Liam O’Neill (winner), Micheal Moran (sponsor), Paudie Horgan (runner up) and Raymond Gilbourne (runner up). Photo JK Photography.

In addition, Micheal Moran, owner of Ryle Menswear, generously also sponsored 200 gift bags, each containing a designer tie and socks, for those participating in an extraordinarily successful event at Listowel Races.

News, Sport

PHOTOS: Quiz Night To Help Send Kerry Ladies On Well-Deserved Holiday

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Declan Quill, Anna O’Donoghue, Darragh Long and Mags Fitzgerald at the table quiz for the Kerry Senior Ladies team holiday fund at The Klub at Kerins O’Rahillys on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean

DESPITE the horrible weather, there was still a decent turnout at The Klub in Kerins O’Rahillys Clubhouse on Thursday night to help send the Kerry Ladies Senior Football team on a well-earned holiday.

A fundraising table quiz was held and some of the All-Ireland winning team present to test their general knowledge with quizmasterPhilip Dewey delivering the questions.

There were loads of spot prizes donated by local businesses and hopefully the money raised will contribute towards sending the champs off to the sun. Scroll down for photos…

Ciara Butler, Síofra O’Shea, Ciara McCarthy, Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh and Niamh Ní Chonchúir at the table quiz for the Kerry Senior Ladies team holiday fund at The Klub at Kerins O’Rahillys on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Josephine O’Regan, Siune O’Flaherty and Mairead Mackessy at the table quiz for the Kerry Senior Ladies team holiday fund at The Klub at Kerins O’Rahillys on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Trish Moran, Dolly Molloy, Mags Lacey and Maeve O’Reilly at the table quiz for the Kerry Senior Ladies team holiday fund at The Klub at Kerins O’Rahillys on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Adam Quill, Harry Rooney and Elliot Hudson at the table quiz for the Kerry Senior Ladies team holiday fund at The Klub at Kerins O’Rahillys on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Geraldine Sheehy, Breda O’Regan and Jenna O’Regan at the table quiz for the Kerry Senior Ladies team holiday fund at The Klub at Kerins O’Rahillys on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Oisin O’Sullivan, Nick Lacey and Liam Cooper at the table quiz for the Kerry Senior Ladies team holiday fund at The Klub at Kerins O’Rahillys on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
News

Hundreds Attend Progressive Pathways Fair At The Rose Hotel

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Rebecca O’Brien and Stephanie Dinham from Inspired at the Progressive Pathways Fair at The Rose Hotel on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean

THE Rose Hotel saw hundreds of visitors throughout Thursday for the annual Progressive Pathways Fair.

The event provided an opportunity for people aged 16 or over, with additional support needs to find out more about their employment options.

There were 29 stands from bodies like the Department of Social Protection, MTU, Inspired, National Learning Network, St John Of God, Kerry College, Rehabcare and many more informing those looking to progress to employment and further education and training, of all the options available to them.

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The free event was organised by Employability Kerry and the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection.

There was also guest speakers, an autism friendly room and sign language interpreters available on the day.

Representatives from the Department of Social Protection at the Progressive Pathways Fair at The Rose Hotel on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Representatives from St John Of God at the Progressive Pathways Fair at The Rose Hotel on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
The Progressive Pathways Fair at The Rose Hotel on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Entertainment, News, WHAT'S ON

Feast Of Fashion At Kielduff Community Centre

FASHION lovers are in for a great night of glitz and glamour on Saturday, October 5, as Kielduff Community Centre outside Tralee plays host to a Winter Fashion Showcase.

The event is being organised to raise funds for both the community centre and local cancer support charity, Recovery Haven Kerry, and will feature the latest fashion trends from a host of local men’s, women’s & children’s boutiques, including Paco, Pamela Scott, Shaws, That’s Perfect Accessories, Mods & Minis, Sinead’s Boutique Tralee & East 73rd Castleisland.

Organisers have also lined up a few special guest male models – whose identities are being kept under wraps until the night.

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The show gets underway at 7.30pm, with all guests enjoying a complementary glass of wine on arrival beforehand.

There will also be a prize for the best dressed lady, sponsored by Paco, as well as a raffle with some fantastic spot prizes up for grabs.

Tickets are now on sale priced at €25 from Recovery Haven & Paco Tralee or from Mary Lynch (087 1332179).

News

Fashion/Coffee Morning At Paco Raises Hundreds For MS Tralee Branch

Ladies at the fashion coffee morning last Saturday.

THE fundraising fashion/coffee mornings continued at Paco Tralee last weekend with an event held for a great cause.

Local ladies strutted their stuff outside the store providing a fashion show of all the latest autumn styles for passers-by on The Mall.

Councillor Sammy Locke and Brendan Ahern from Celsius also modelled during the event.

There was home made cakes and tea/coffeee and they managed to raise over €555 for the MS Tralee Kerry Branch adding to the thousands raised for various charities during these Paco events over the years.

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Entertainment, WHAT'S ON

Top DJ To Launch Salti Beats Club Night At The Greyhound

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DJ Arveene.

A TOP Irish DJ is coming to The Greyhound Bar to launch Salti Beats, a new club night on Saturday, October 12.

DJ Arveene is a DJ and music producer, who has been involved in music his entire life. Arveene has also toured with and supported Liam Gallagher, The Prodigy , Calvin Harris, Daft Punk to name but a few.

He has also played private events for Madonna (album launch Party) London, Jamie Oliver, Samuel L Jackson and lots more.

He has been a host for the Irish Music Week since 2019, and boasts a long list of both TV, radio, and print media on his CV, including shows with Spin FM, 2FM, RTÉ and MTV.

Doors open at 9pm. Admission €10.

News

PHOTOS: Great Support For Kerry Hospice Coffee Morning

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Colum Harty and Lauren McGrath supporting the Kerry College Clash Campus Coffee Morning for Kerry Hospice on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean

VENUES all over Tralee and indeed the county hosted events this morning in aid of the Kerry Hospice Foundation.

The annual coffee morning, sponsored by Bewleys, was well supported at homes, pubs, clubs, hotels and businesses in Kerry.

The Rose Hotel, Ballygarry Estate, The Imperial Hotel, Kerry College in Clash, the MTU and many more showed their generosity.

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The Bewleys Big Coffee Morning Social For Hospice is one of the biggest days for Together For Hospice which is a national fundraising body for 24 specialist Hospice and Palliative Care providers in Ireland.

Every cent that is raised in Kerry stays in Kerry. Bewleys are in their 32nd year of sponsoring the event and millions of euro have been raised for services right around the country. Scroll down for photos…

Liz Gilmartin, Michelle Lane and Julie O’Shea at the Coffee Morning for Kerry Hospice at Ballygarry Estate on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Margaret Conway, Noreen Murphy, Margaret Enright, Sheila Hanafin and Marie Galvin at the Coffee Morning for Kerry Hospice at Ballygarry Estate on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Caroline Coffey, Louise Coffey and Deborah McGillycuddy at the Coffee Morning for Kerry Hospice at Ballygarry Estate on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Maura Sullivan, Nuala Finnegan, Paula Silles and Mary Silles at the Coffee Morning for Kerry Hospice at Ballygarry Estate on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Joan Glover, Josie O’Shea, Liz Browne and Mary Shanahan at the Coffee Morning for Kerry Hospice at Ballygarry Estate on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Entertainment, News, WHAT'S ON

A Taste Of France At The Brehon Is A Must For Foodies

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AN unforgettable culinary experience awaits at The Brehon Hotel’s Chef Series event, Brehon Meets Breton, featuring renowned French chef, Stéphane Delourme and the hotel’s own Chad Byrne.

“Breton” reflects Stéphane Delourme’s roots in Brittany, a Celtic region, and his passion for collaborating with chefs from other Celtic areas.

With 25 years of experience working alongside Rick Stein in Cornwall, Stéphane brings a deep connection to Celtic cuisine and culture. Priced at €65, this evening will showcase a seafood BBQ demonstration on a traditional ring grill using wooden coals.

Guests will be treated to:

• A welcome drink and canapé
• A glass of wine paired with freshly cooked seafood platters and fresh salads
• A delectable dessert to finish the evening

For booking click here.

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