Parish Newsletter – 23rd July 2017

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – 23rd July, 2017
Canon John Fitzgerald P.P.
Tel Nos. Millstreet 029-70043/Mobile 087-7752948
Email: <email> www.dioceseofkerry.ie
PARISH OFFICE OPENING HOURS:
MONDAY-TUESDAY- WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY
10.00a.m.-1.00p.m. & 2.00p.m.-5.00p.m.

Your prayers are requested for the repose of the souls of the following and for those whose anniversaries occur around this time, and for those for whom masses will be offered during the week:

RECENT DEATHS: Michael Burke, London & Shanballymore; Margaret O’Connor, Rathmore.

Mass Intentions this Week-end:
Saturday 22nd July:
Millstreet Vigil 6.30 p.m. Kathleen Murphy, Murphy’s Terrace
Sunday 23rd July:
Ballydaly 9.00 a.m. Eugene & Margaret McCarthy, Coolinarne & Denis & Margaret McCarthy, Boherbue
Cullen 10.15 a.m. Mary & Jimmy Walsh, Knocknageeha
Millstreet 11.30 a.m. Seamus O’Sullivan, Rathduane

Anniversaries: Maura O’Sullivan, Main Street; Florence McAuliffe, Murphy’s Terrace; Sheila Casey, Clara; Gillian Hartnett, Clara Road; Peg Casey, Clara; Liam O’Driscoll, Lackabawn; Jackie Lane, Aubane; Jerh, Julia & Danny Healy, Keim; Joan Guerin, Ballydaly; Jeremiah O’Connor, Knockduff; Johnny “Mort” O’Sullivan, Lisnaboy; Paddy Dineen, Bristol & Carrigacooleen.  [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 23rd July 2017”

Superb Book Review by Diarmuid Cronin on “Evening Echo”

Over the past few years quite a number of excellent Book Reviews by Students from Millstreet Community School have been published by Cork’s “Evening Echo”. On Friday, 21st July 2017 it was the splendid review of Diarmuid Cronin of Laught, Rathcoole which was published as one of two reviews. We congratulate Diarmuid. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

Pre-School Teacher Leader (Part time)

‪Pre-School Teacher Leader (part time)
Lyre Community Pre-School Playgroup

We require For ECCE Programme Pre-School Leader Minimum Fetac Level 6:

  • ‪A minimum of two years experience.
  • The candidate will have the opportunity to work on their own initiative
  • ‪A good knowledge of the Aistear Framework a necessity.
  • ‪Applicant needs to be caring, enthusiastic, honest and reliable.
  • First Aid & Manual required.

Please e-mail cover letter and CV to
Lyre Community Pre-School Playgroup CLG
Lyre, Banteer, Co.Cork
lyrepreschool @gmail.com lyrepreschool@gmail.com

Millstreet’s Luke O’Donoghue to Represent Ireland in Slovenia

Millstreet’s Luke O’Donoghue is to represent Ireland in early August in Slovenia at the World Junior Angling Championships. Sincere congratulations to 15 year old Luke and every success in such a hugely prestigious event. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

 

Luke’s Grandfather – Michael Murphy and his Father – Billy – have truly inspired Luke as they both have a long and very successful history in the World of Fishing.


 [read more …] “Millstreet’s Luke O’Donoghue to Represent Ireland in Slovenia”

In Pictures: The Parade of Nations through Millstreet


After Wednesday morning’s rain, Noel C. got onto the man above and asked for sunshine for the evening, and as is normal he duly obliged. Just in time, the clouds parted and suddenly we had a lovely sunny evening for what has now become a tradition – the Parade of Nations through Millstreet, bringing a slice of colour and fun to town.

Led by the Millstreet Pipe Band the sixteen nations dressed in their finery and national colours, paraded up through the town, and back down to the Green Glens where the official opening of the Championships took place, followed by a concert and entertainment.

A big bualadh bos to all that helped organise, and participated in what was another lovely event.
Photos and videos are below: [read more …] “In Pictures: The Parade of Nations through Millstreet”

“In The Light of Other Days” by Margaret O’Donoghue Sullivan – Splendid Autobiography

“In The Light of Other Days” by Margaret O’Donoghue Sullivan 

“In the Light of Other Days” is an autobiography from Margaret O’Donoghue Sullivan and documents her childhood growing up in rural Ireland.

Margaret lived on a farm with her parents and siblings and the love and importance of family was at the heart of this. The book contains fondly recalled events and stories during the author’s childhood as well as detailing the changing face of farming during the industrialisation of Ireland and of Ireland’s rich history, infused with evocative poetry.

The book is available in Wordsworth Millstreet, Easons bookshop Killarney, Eagers bookshop Killarney, Amazon. It’s a great read for adults and also for children.

We thank Margaret of Rathduane for presenting a copy of her splendid recently published book to Millstreet Museum.  It was the very well known Tom McSweeney who recently launched the Book in Killarney.  Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

Kate Mary & Grandson Podge Collins Feature on Prestigious Match Programme 2017

We thank Marie Casey, Cloghoula for very kindly sending us this superb image which recently appeared in the official Match Programme in Thurles at the recent Cork v. Clare Match. Podge Collins is of course the truly superb G.A.A. Sportsman from Co. Clare and Kate Mary Cremin of Cullen is his Grandmother. Sincere congratulations to both on such highly prestigious national coverage. Kate Mary indicated to me that she had to be in Smithfield Square, Dublin not long after 7am for the photo shoot with her Grandson! Click on the picture to enlarge. (S.R.)

Home struck by lightening on Tuesday night

Radio Kerry had an interview this morning with Jane Thomas from Millstreet who was woken by a huge bang of thunder at 2:20am on Wednesday morning.

She was soon to find out the damage done to her home and other neighbours by the lightening – blown out phone sockets.

Listen to the interview with Jane below, or in this Radio Kerry article: Lightning Damage to my Home

[read more …] “Home struck by lightening on Tuesday night”

Death Notice: Nell Barry (née Heaphy), Dromagh

Peacefully surrounded by her loving family and in the loving and tender care of the staff of Mallow General Hospital on Tuesday 18th July 2017, Ellen (Nell), formerly of Anablaha, Killarney, wife of the late Peter and beloved mother of Kathleen, Eileen and Mary. Deeply regretted by her loving family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother, sisters, sons-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and a large circle of friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing in Grace’s Funeral Home, Kanturk. Rosary on Wednesday at 5:30pm, followed by removal at 8pm to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kanturk. Requiem Mass on Thursday at 12 noon. Funeral afterwards to St. Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.

Horse Inspections and the Big Parade this evening

Today is a day of horse inspections, walking the courses, and final preperations before the action start in earnest at the 2017 FEI European Championships J&YR tomorrow
Don’t forget the big parade through town at 6:30pm this evening. The rain is due to have passed off at that stage for what will hopefully be another big bright and colourful occasion.
More photos below:  [read more …] “Horse Inspections and the Big Parade this evening”

Dogs Found / Missing after last nights Thunderstorms

After last night’s intense thunderstorms which shook the buildings around here, a number of dogs have been scared off. Over 200 houses are without power this morning – in a line from Cloghoula to Clonbanin.

  • The black dog above was found in Cullen last night. Update, Minnie is back home 🙂
  • A black sheepdog with brown tinge, approx 9yrs old, missing since late Tuesday night/early Wednesday morning, friendly dog. Answers to Susie. Rathcoole/Millstreet area. If found please ring 087 7404824. Thank you (no picture) – UPDATE: he’s back home
  • Spotted this morning at 11am in Kilcorney village… medium brown make dog ..looks like half hound half setter .. looking lost. Couldn’t take him in.
  • A brown & white dog went missing last night. A Husky with microchip. Answers to name of Casper. Contact me on 0871307828 if found
  • A brown & white dog went missing last night. A Husky with microchip. Answers to name of Casper. Contact 0871307828 if found. UPDATE: Back at home
  • Millstreet Vets are reporting lost dogs. They have a  black and white cocker spaniel (Cullen), and more: See below for details:

[read more …] “Dogs Found / Missing after last nights Thunderstorms”

For Sale: Tarrants, ‘The Bridge Bar’, Millstreet, Co. Cork

Substantial Lounge Bar/ Premises with Overhead Living Accommodation,
Full Head Height Basement Underneath, and Large Garden at Rear.

The Bridge Bar is a well and long established 7 day Licensed premises enjoying a good local trade. The property has good street frontage and located in a prime location.

The property is well laid out with spacious lounge/ bar, games room and smoking area facilities to the rear.

It has very good living accommodation overhead and has full head height basement with access for barrels from the street.

The property is in excellent condition throughout and has the benefit of large garden at rear with vehicular access to the main street.  [read more …] “For Sale: Tarrants, ‘The Bridge Bar’, Millstreet, Co. Cork”

Eily’s Report – 18th July

Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to my weekly report.

Get ready  once again, to welcome 16 countries  to Millstreet this week for the FEI  European  Championships which will be held at our mighty Green Glens / Drishane Complex and will run from July 19th to 23rd inclusive. Here is the list of Countries that are coming: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, and Sweden.  Since early last week they’ve been arriving, and filling the town with excitement as we prepare for the grand opening Parade  which will take place through the town at 6.30 on tomorrow Wednesday evening, July 19th. Welcome signs are placed on all the approach roads. The town will be decorated with bunting and the flags of the visiting countries. People are asked to decorate their windows and places of business and there will be a prize for the best one.

Following the Parade  which will be led by the Millstreet Pipe Band. All are invited along to the Green Glens for a  free  concert of live music and a performance by the mighty Fusion Fighters, for the official opening of the 2017  FEI European Championships. For young riders of 18/21.

Please pass the word around so that nobody will miss this spectacular performance.

On Thursday night July 20th at the Green Glens, meet the athletes from the 16 countries at a BBQ . Limited number of tickets available at the office, 02970800.

[read more …] “Eily’s Report – 18th July”

Millstreet Welcomes Our European Visitors to Prestigious Equestrian Event

Members of the Polish Team arrive in Millstreet. We look forward to the wonderfully colourful opening Parade at 6.30pm on Wednesday through Millstreet Town. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

A Very Happy 60th Birthday Martin

We extend sincere Birthday Greetings to Martin Goggin who celebrated his 60th Birthday on 17th July 2017. We thank Miriam O’Sullivan for the selection of images who states “I am sharing a few photographs from his party with his friends at the COPE Foundation in Mallow. The last photograph shows Martin cutting his birthday cake assisted by his housemother Cathleen O’Brien. We his family and his many friends wish him a very happy birthday on this important milestone.” Click on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.)

Teams arriving for the 2017 FEI European Eventing Championships

It’s been a really lovely warm and sunny day as many of the teams arrived for the sixteen countries in the 2017 FEI European Eventing Championships for Young Riders and Juniors, which are being held in Green Glens and Drishane from Wednesday to Sunday.

Full show details can be found at Millstreet.horse/eu2017, or just click on the logo for the logo for the show which will be on the on the top of right of the sidebar all week.

To give a flavour of what’s happening, we’ve added below some of the photos that the teams have been posting to social media below: [read more …] “Teams arriving for the 2017 FEI European Eventing Championships”

Parish Newsletter – 16th July, 2017

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – 16th July, 2017
Canon John Fitzgerald P.P.  
Tel Nos. Millstreet 029-70043/Mobile 087-7752948
Email:  <email>    dioceseofkerry.ie
PARISH OFFICE OPENING HOURS:
MONDAY-TUESDAY- WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY
10.00a.m.-1.00p.m. & 2.00p.m.-5.00p.m.

Your prayers are requested for the repose of the souls of the following and for those whose anniversaries occur around this time, and for those for whom masses will be offered during the week:

 

Mass Intentions this Week-end:
Saturday 15th July:
Millstreet Vigil 6.30 p.m.                  Denis Kelleher, Clondrohid
Sunday 16th July:
Ballydaly   9.00 a.m.                            Joan,  Andrew & Patrick Guerin, Knocknagullane
Cullen      10.15 a.m.                           Bridget Hickey, Cullen & Val & Katie O’Leary, Mologhroe
Millstreet 11.30 a.m.                          Catherine & James O’Connor, Kilcummin & their daughter Betty Smith, Boston.

Anniversaries: Dorothy Fitzgerald, Macroom Road; Pat Joe, J.J. & Mike Lehane, Minor Row; Billy O’Shea, Minor Row & Murphy’s Terrace; Breda Hickey, Claraghatlea; John McAuliffe, Aunagloor; Fr. Dan Cronin, Dooneen;  Betty O’Callaghan, Banteer; Tom O’Connor, Killorglin; Nora Twomey, Brook Park, Kilcorney.  [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 16th July, 2017”

Good luck Chloé in the All-Ireland Semi Today

Result: Cork  1-11 Tyrone 2-6 🙂

Good luck to Chloé Collins and the Cork Minor Ladies Football Team who play Tyrone in the All Ireland Semi-Final at St. Loman’s, Mullingar, this afternoon at 3:15pm.

Match updates will be on the Cork LGFA twitter page.  [read more …] “Good luck Chloé in the All-Ireland Semi Today”

Junior A Hurling Championship: Millstreet v Kanturk

Result: Millstreet 2-16(22) Kanturk 1-9(12). Congrats all, and well played, especially in the second half when the Sráid took control of the game.

Duhallow Junior A Hurling Championship

MILLSTREET v KANTURK

in Castlemagner, this Friday evening July 14th at 7:45pm

PLEASE GIVE THE LADS YOUR SUPPORT

[read more …] “Junior A Hurling Championship: Millstreet v Kanturk”