Upholding a wonderful tradition in welcoming the New Year here we meet some of the members of Millstreet Pipe Band who at 8.00 p.m. tonight gave a wonderful recital at the Square beside the very colourful Christmas Tree ... and no snow! We dedicate this uplifting image to people like Ted Barrett in Wales, to the McSweeney Family in Cobh and to All our wonderfully loyal Millstreet Website Visitors. A very Happy New Year to Everyone and may a very Bright 2011 bring much Happiness and Joy.
Reminding us of the Annual Sponsored New Year's Day Swim at the Boeing in the River Blackwater setting - Eileen & the two Margarets.
Four energetic gentlemen have already completed the Sponsored Swim today – the final day of 2010 but on 01/01/’11 – assembling at 12.00 noon with the actual swim taking place at 12.30 p.m. – the large group of enthusiasts will continue reading…
If you’re Irish and in Melbourne and live up the Preston way
Give a call on Johnny Tarrant it will help to make his day
And he’ll give you a huge welcome as he has a heart of gold
That great man from Gortavehy a few with two score years old.
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He’s worked hard throughout Australia for fifteen long years or more
And he’s still the same John Tarrant as I knew in days of yore
He still speaks with Irish accent and he hasn’t changed one bit
And at heart he’s still a youngster with a mighty sense of wit.
The Second and last day of the Annual Coursing continues in the town Park in Millstreet. Left standing after the first day yesterday and in the final rounds today are:
DERBY TRIAL STAKE
Millridge Eoin, Cillowen Bandit, Big Man Down, Sound Pistol, Pay Me,Foundation Stone Gael, force Wind, Cousin Denny.
OAKS TRIAL STAKE
Boomting Lucy, Ballymac Rudi, Ducie Shore, Latest Action, Aghaburren Becky, Why Tanyardpenny, Cheryl, Smile Enough
NORTH CORK CUP
Brazing Serpent, Shandrum Bar, Clon Allstar, Party Jay Cee, Tubbermartin Lad, Bluebird Boyo, Millbridge Eoin, Enjoythesunshine
Some of the hardy group that made it to the top of Mushera Mountain for the annual Christmas Day Climb, which this year was in aid of Millstreet Day Care Centre. continue reading…
The wonderful spectacle at the bottom of the frozen Comeenatrush Waterfall ar Curragh on Christmas Day, taken by Kevin Buckley.
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If you have any weird or wonderful photographs from the last week or so, please send them in to 
and we’ll put them up for you.
Pictured with Big Tom McBride in Ballinasloe on Monday, 27th Dec. 2010 - Ita and William Fitzgerald from Cullen.
On Monday evening we travelled to the Shearwater Carlton Hotel, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway to attend a superb Concert/Dance presented by the renowned Big Tom McBride and the Mainliners Showband. Ita and William Fitzgerald have long been wonderfully loyal fans of the Band and, like many other true followers, have attended Big Tom Dances at various venues throughout Ireland. Undoubtedly, Big Tom is the undisputed King of Country & Western Music here in Ireland and in an interview we recorded for LTV2 almost two years ago, the great man recalled with joy appearing in the famous “Star” Ballroom in Millstreet in the Showband days. We were also blessed to meet with continue reading…
Now that the ice has melted and the burst water pipes have exposing themselves by flooding all around them, water shortages have become an issue. Following problems in themany areas yesterday Cork County Council have released the following details for Millstreet:
While the situation is improving in many areas, there are still severe problems which are being worked on by council staff. Consumers are again asked to use water sparingly and property owners and key holders should check for leaks in unoccupied premises and shut off the water if necessary.
Reservoir level has recovered somewhat but are still low in Millstreet – further nightly interruptions can be expected. Laugt and Caherbarnagh reservoirs are empty and severe disruptions will continue today.
Thanks to Brian Kiely for sending in photos of the snow and ice on Christmas Morning from the frozen over Blackwater and also on top of Clara. All the photos are below. continue reading…
The death has occurred on Monday, December 27, 2010 of Joan DALY, (née Long) of Mallow Road, Boherbue, Cork. Reposing at Drew’s Funeral Home from 6pm today, Wednesday, with removal at 8pm to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Boherbue. Requiem Mass tomorrow, Thursday, at 12 noon. Funeral afterwards to St Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.
The wonder of it only does seem to grow
Sean Radley’s amazing images of Millstreet in snow
Though hardly the place for to go to for to improve your suntan
It is thanks for the great pics to the talented man
Though the images on screen beautiful to behold
The very thought of it leaves me feeling cold
The harsh winds of Winter with the breath of chill
Blowing through the old Town in view of Clara Hill continue reading…
As we approach the end of 2010 Ireland is a dark place. Very many people are fearful, anxious, worried and very concerned about their jobs, their homes and their children’s future.
The message of Christmas is a message of hope but it must be painful even to hear or speak the word ‘hope’ for people who feel stressed, disillusioned and possibly on the verge of despair. For people in that situation hoping for better things must look like wishful thinking.
But we must not despair. We must not give up. We must not cease to hope. We cannot live without hope. continue reading…
Thankfully the thaw arrived today. We've yet to share a selection of pics. from the magical effects of the snow. Despite the many challenges it brought we have very memorable pictures to treasure. A selection of these will follow soon.
PARISH NEWSLETTER
BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
THE HOLY FAMILY
26th DECEMBER, 2010
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: Sr. Basil McAuliffe, Presentation Convent
Tralee & formerly Millstreet continue reading…
Placing the Infant Jesus in the Crib at Christmas Midnight Mass in St. Patrick's Church, Millstreet.
On this Christmas Day night we share images of Midnight Mass celebrated in Millstreet last night. The Chief Celebrant was Fr. John Fitzgerald, P.P. who was joined by Fr. Paddy O’Byrne and Fr. James McSweeney. Millstreet Choir enhanced the Christmas liturgy with their beautiful singing. The special event was recorded by continue reading…
A special thank you to Denise Linehan, Dooneen for the picture of a fox on the river Blackwater.
The severe cold in the last few days has seen Comeenatrush waterfall and lake freeze over in spectacular fashion. Photos above and below thanks to Neil Corkery. continue reading…
Someone has posted a number of very nice photos of the snow and ice scenery at Drishane Bridge on Flickr. Even a few photos of some well known locals walking on the Blackwater … which is not the safest of things to do at the best of times, but all the same they’re still with us thankfully 
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Still, some very nice photos in the set, especially the ones at dusk.
We at millstreet.ie would like to wish you and yours a peaceful and a very happy Christmas, and that ye remain safe over the festive period.
“Christmas is a time when you get homesick – even when you’re home.” – Carol Nelson
For "Tiger" the cat who has become quite a website celebrity since appearing doing a "snow roll" behind Postman Supreme, John Twomey, we felt you might like an update!
As our picture shows he really likes his food and has even obliged us by giving a further “snow roll” – an exclusive for www.millstreet.ie loyal visitors. Such is his expertise in “snow rolls” that continue reading…
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