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Splendid Carriganima Parade Blessed with Glorious Sunshine Today

Carriganima's Third Annual St.Patrick's Day Parade today was blessed with glorious sunshine as it has been on the two previous occasions. MC supreme, Seán Murphy gave a brilliant running commentary on the wonderfully colourful parade. Dan Joe Kelleher and his son Declan recorded for LTV1. We've compiled a selection of over 180 images of the superb event. (S.R.)
Carriganima’s Third Annual St.Patrick’s Day Parade today was blessed with glorious sunshine as it has been on the two previous occasions. The Parade was led by Millstreet Pipe Band while MC supreme, Seán Murphy, gave a brilliant running commentary on the wonderfully colourful parade. Dan Joe Kelleher and his son Declan recorded for LTV1. We’ve compiled a selection of over 180 images of the superb event. (S.R.)

113Carriganima Parade 2013 -800The annual event was very well coordinated with excellent sound, magnificent live music outdoors by Danny Creedon and indoors at The Pub by Jerry McCarthy and “Autumn Gold” .  Even “Katie Taylor” was present as was a Star from last evening’s RTÉ News!   We hope you will enjoy our selection of over 180 pictures of a truly [read more …] “Splendid Carriganima Parade Blessed with Glorious Sunshine Today”

Shearing for St.Patrick

2013-03-17 Paddy O'Keeffe on the St.John'sGAA float at the Ballingeary St.Patricks Day Parade - appeared in the Six-One newsPaddy O’Keeffe was spotted on the RTÉ Six-One news shearing the Sheep Car on the St.John’s GAA float at the Ballingeary St.Patricks Day Parade. St.John’s were promoting the upcoming All Ireland Sheep Shearing and Woolhandling Championships which they are organising and which will be held in the Green Glens on May 25th and 26th.

Paddy’s appearance on the news can be seen on the RTÉ Player (from 12:45)

Millstreet’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Wonderfully Successful

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Twelve day old Lukas McCormack pictured with Mum and Dad was the youngest spectator at today's superb St. Patrick's Day Parade 2013. The Kelleher Family enjoyed viewing the excellent Parade as it passed Minor Row. Lots more pictures tomorrow. (S.R.)
Twelve day old Lukas McCormack pictured with Mum Donna and Dad Gary was the youngest spectator at today’s superb St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2013. The Kelleher Family enjoyed viewing the excellent Parade as it passed Minor Row. Lots more pictures tomorrow. (S.R.)

RTÉ Film Crew at Drishane Cemetery and at the Boeing Crossing on the Blackwater

When the RTÉ film crew visited Millstreet on 13th March we had reached Drishane Cemetery and the Boeing Crossing before lunch. Here we see Michael O'Sullivan of Dooneen and RTÉ's Evelyn O'Rourke discussing the scenic crossing of this section of the Blackwater. (S.R.)
When the RTÉ film crew visited Millstreet on 13th March we had reached Drishane Cemetery and the Boeing Crossing before lunch. Here we see Michael O’Sullivan of Dooneen and RTÉ’s Evelyn O’Rourke discussing the scenic crossing of this section of the Blackwater.  (S.R.)

31Epic Journey 2013 - Part Two -800The McCarthy Family tomb was filmed in Drishane Cemetery from where we proceeded to meet Michael O’Sullivan (who is quite an expert on the O’Sullivan Beara March and of the Boeing Crossing in 1602).   We now include a selection of images relating to this section of day.   In the afternoon we had the magical “snow” effect in Drishane and more.   This we shall upload in Part 3 of our feature.   Let’s now view the extra images of [read more …] “RTÉ Film Crew at Drishane Cemetery and at the Boeing Crossing on the Blackwater”

Monster MAC Draw Takes Place in Wallis Arms Hotel

The local group which was successful in the Monster MAC Draw last night in the Wallis Arms Hotel was Millstreet Development Group who will now act as the Main Stewarding Group for the highly prestigious event to be held in May and centred at Millstreet Country Park. They will received the monetary prize for their important participation. (S.R.)

The local group which was successful in the Monster MAC Draw last night in the Wallis Arms Hotel was Millstreet Development Group who will now act as the Main Stewarding Group for the highly prestigious event to be held on Saturday, 27th April 2013  and centred at Millstreet Country Park. They will receive the €800.00 monetary prize for their important participation.    (S.R.)

 

 

Alan and Matt Prepare for The Gathering Launch in Millstreet

Alan Shortt and Matt Cooper preparing for the official launch of the Millstreet Gathering in the Wallis Arms Hotel last night. A full feature follows later. (S.R.)
Alan Shortt and Matt Cooper preparing for the official launch of the Millstreet Gathering in the Wallis Arms Hotel last night. A full feature follows later.   The exquisite food display and hotel arrangements were hugely impressive as was the superb co-ordination of the Gathering Committee.   (S.R.)

Official Launch of Millstreet Gathering at Wallis Arms Hotel

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It was Matt Cooper who officially launched the Millstreet Gathering Programme at the Wallis Arms Hotel on Friday, 15th March 2013. Also appearing at the prestigious occasion was the equally popular Alan Shortt with his excellent "Michael Noonan" view on Irish life! Lots more pictures later. Matt and Alan are here photographed with the Gathering Committee. (S.R.)
It was the very popular broadcaster and journalist, Matt Cooper who officially launched the Millstreet Gathering Programme in the Wallis Arms Hotel on Friday, 15th March 2013. Also appearing at the prestigious occasion was the equally popular Alan Shortt with his excellent “Michael Noonan” view of Irish life! Lots more pictures later. Matt and Alan are here photographed with the Gathering Committee. (S.R.)

Final Weekend of Excellent Drama Production at Glen Theatre

The hugely entertaining "Stop It Nurse!" by the superb Banteer Drama Group has its final performances this Friday and Saturday nights 15th and 16th March 2013 at 8.30 pm. We very much recommend this
The hugely entertaining “Stop It Nurse!” by the superb Banteer Drama Group has its final performances this Friday and Saturday nights 15th and 16th March 2013 at 8.30 pm. We very much recommend this magnificent Production which has been playing to capacity audiences.   (S.R.)

Competitors from far and wide to compete at sheep shearing event

http://www.insidethegames.biz/images/2012/02/sheep_shearing_contest_08-02-121.jpgCompetitors from New Zealand, England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland will shear 3,000 sheep and entertain 15,000 visitors at this year’s Clik All Ireland and International Sheep Shearing & Wool Handling Championships in Green Glens, Millstreet, Co Cork, on May 25 and 26.

Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney attended the formal launch of the event yesterday. Humphry O’Riordan, the chairman of the organising committee, said they were delighted to be staging the event, last held in Millstreet in 1981.

“This time round the championships are being held indoors in the best venue in Ireland, if not in Europe, where people will be able to [read more …] “Competitors from far and wide to compete at sheep shearing event”

RTÉ Film Crew Greatly Impressed by Millstreet Sequence for Epic Journeys Documentary Series

RTÉ Film Crew beginning to record Eily Buckley on Wednesday morning at Bealach and later at Kilmeedy Castle.
RTÉ Film Crew beginning to record Eily Buckley on Wednesday morning at Bealach and later at Kilmeedy Castle.    Evelyn O’Rourke is the Presenter in this O’Sullivan Beara Route Documentary pictured here with Eily.   Peter Mulryan is the Director with a wonderfully dedicated Crew of Brendan, Dave and Declan as well as others.   Tomorrow we shall feature sequences at Drishane Cemetery, The Boeing and a magical scene with the renowned Aidan (“Tom Crean”) Dooley in a “snow” setting at Drishane.  To enlarge pictures click on image.   (S.R.)21RTÉ Film Crew in Millstreet 13 March 2013 -800

To view some 38 extra images of a superb morning of filming click on “continue reading” and do join again tomorrow for the continuation of the day’s very [read more …] “RTÉ Film Crew Greatly Impressed by Millstreet Sequence for Epic Journeys Documentary Series”

The Gathering – Launch Night

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Millstreet Development Group is pleased to announce the launch of their ‘Gathering Program 2013’. The launch will take place on Friday the 15th March at 9pm in the Wallis Arms Hotel, Millstreet Town. Refreshments will be served on the night. Guest Appearances on the night, Alan Shortt and Matt Cooper with special messages from friends and family abroad. We look forward to seeing you there.

See the list of events which will take place through the summer

Find out more at MillstreetDevelopment.ie

St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Carriganima at 3pm on Monday, 18th March 2013

St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes place in Carriganima at 3pm on Monday, 18th March 2013 led by Millstreet Pipe Band.   This will be followed by music in The Pub by the very popular Jerry McCarthy and “Autumn Gold”.   And at The Pub this Saturday night the music is by the also very popular “Back on Track”.   (S.R.)

World Wide Welcome Captured “Nationwide” at MCS Tonight

Margaret take a bow following her "Nationwide" interview at the wonderfully successful World Wide Welcome held at Millstreet Community School tonight in the presence of a truly international audience. We shall feature lots more pictures later. The Camera Crew captured a wide variety of shots for use in a "Nationwide" feature scheduled for later transmission. (S.R.)
Margaret takes a bow following her “Nationwide” interview at the wonderfully successful World Wide Welcome held at Millstreet Community School tonight in the presence of a truly international audience. We shall feature lots more pictures later. The Camera Crew captured a wide variety of shots for use in a “Nationwide” feature scheduled for later transmission.   (S.R.)

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Brendan Honoured and “Pope” Arrives at Rathmore Parade 2013

With Michael John Dineen as the superb Grand Marshal at the excellent St. Patrick's Day Parade in Rathmore today Olympic Hero, Brendan O'Sullivan of Rathduane was especially honoured while one of the most popular winners of the Parade Participants was Michael Linehan of Scaraglen who arrived as "the newly elected Pope!" Cullen and Millstreet Pipe Bands added greatly to the Parade atmosphere. Despite the inclement weather a large attendance enjoyed the wonderful annual event. Brendan Murphy and I for LTV2 recorded the proceedings. (S.R.)
With Michael John Dineen as the superb Grand Marshal at the excellent St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Rathmore today Olympic Hero, Brendan O’Sullivan of Rathduane was especially honoured while one of the most popular winners of the Parade Participants was Michael Linehan of Scartaglen who arrived as “the newly elected Pope”!  Cullen and Millstreet Pipe Bands added greatly to the Parade atmosphere. Despite the inclement weather a large attendance enjoyed the wonderful annual event. Brendan Murphy and I for LTV2 recorded the proceedings.   Lots more pictures to follow later.  Click on images to enlarge.     (S.R.)

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“Stop it Nurse!” Superb Drama Production at Glen Theatre This Sunday Night

A magnificent production by Banteer Drama Group "Stop it Nurse!" is being enjoyed by capacity audiences at Banteer's Glen Theatre. Universally praised it is wonderfully hilarious and can still be seen this Sunday night at 8.30. We very highly recommend it and extend sincere congratulations to the splendid Cast and the very dedicated Producer and Backstage Crew. (S.R.)
A magnificent production by Banteer Drama Group “Stop it Nurse!” is being enjoyed by capacity audiences at Banteer’s Glen Theatre. Universally praised it is wonderfully hilarious and can still be seen this Sunday night at 8.30. We very highly recommend it and extend sincere congratulations to the splendid Cast and the very dedicated Director and Backstage Crew. (S.R.)

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Billy Coleman Attends Unveiling of Cork 20 in Millstreet

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Renowned Motor Rallying Champion, Billy Coleman joined the enthusiastic attendance on Wednesday night outside the Wallis Arms Hotel for the official unveiling of the Cork 20 prestigious event which will be centred in Millstreet in October 2013.
Renowned Motor Rallying Champion, Billy Coleman joined the enthusiastic attendance on Wednesday night outside the Wallis Arms Hotel for the official unveiling of the Cork 20 prestigious event which will be centred in Millstreet in October 2013.   Lots more pictures of the uplifting event will follow later.     (S.R.)

Cork 20 Official Unveiling

cork20-logoThe official unveiling of this years Cork 20 rally will take place this Wednesday night 6th March at 7.30pm in the Square, Millstreet, outside the “Wallis Arms” Hotel.

Special guest Billy Coleman will be in attendance.

A collection of rally cars, including some of Billy’s iconic rally cars will be on display.

We look forward to seeing you all there – from the Munster Car Club

Athlone Awards Event Included in Tonight’s “Radio Treasures” on CMS

Members of the Cork Music Station Team - Connie, Mike, William and James broadcasting live from the Hodson Bay Hotel in Athlone at the highly prestigious Farmers Journal National Awards Event on Monday, 4th March 2013. And William meets his great Friends - Rose and Big Tom McBride while I chanced to see Philomena Begley and Brendan Grace at the Intermission of the hugely enjoyable occasion.
Members of the Cork Music Station Team – Connie, Mike, William and James broadcasting live from the Hodson Bay Hotel in Athlone at the highly prestigious Farmers Journal National Awards Event on Monday, 4th March 2013. And William meets his great Friends – Rose and Big Tom McBride while I chanced to see Philomena Begley and Brendan Grace at the Intermission of the hugely enjoyable occasion.   We invite you to join us on “Radio Treasures” tonight from 9.30 to 11.00 on Cork Music Station when we shall be recalling highlights from the superb event.  (S.R.)

http://www.corkmusicstation.com/   Link to tune into the online radio station.

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Bird’s Eye View of Millstreet March Fair 2013

This wonderfully energetic cock decided to take a panoramic view of Millstreet March Fair this morning from the roof of the Barrett Family Home at The Square. Identical twin visitors, Michael and John, were among the many who enjoyed the annual event which was blessed with dry fresh weather. More pictures to follow later. (S.R.)
This wonderfully energetic cock decided to take a panoramic view of Millstreet March Fair this morning from the roof of the Barrett Family Home at The Square. Identical twin visitors, Michael and John, were among the many who enjoyed the annual event which was blessed with dry fresh weather. More pictures to follow later.    (S.R.)

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Fr.James McSweeney also has a lovely photo from the Fair Field at the fair. You can see it on his website www.2u.ie

Dromtariffe Seniors Party 2013 – Part One of Feature

The annual Dromtariffe Seniors Party took place in Dromtariffe Community Centre on Sunday, 17th February 2013 beginning with the celebration of Mass by Fr. Comer during which the service of healing is also administered. It is followed by the superbly organised three course delicious meal including a choice of drinks. Here we view the beautiful cake baked by Mary Buckley for the wonderful occasion. We now feature the first selection of images from the great event. (S.R.)
The annual Dromtariffe Seniors Party took place in Dromtariffe Community Centre on Sunday, 17th February 2013 beginning with the celebration of Mass by Fr. Comer during which the service of healing is also administered. It is followed by the superbly organised three course delicious meal including a choice of drinks. Here we view the beautiful cake baked by Mary Buckley for the wonderful occasion. We now feature the first selection of images from the great event. Click on the image to enlarge.    (S.R.)

After the meal an excellent evening of entertainment of music, song and dance followed with the music provided by the very talented Pat Bucke and Eamonn Cronin.   Click on “continue reading” to view 22 more images.  Quite a number of [read more …] “Dromtariffe Seniors Party 2013 – Part One of Feature”

Rev. David Armstrong Delivers a Superbly Inspiring Talk Tonight

Chaplain John Magee extends a warm welcome to Rev. David Armstrong and his wife, June at Millstreet Community School tonight.
Chaplain John Magee extends a warm welcome to Rev. David Armstrong and his wife, June at Millstreet Community School tonight.   The internationally renowned Rev. David who was so significant in “breaking the ice” during Northern Ireland’s years of challenge, delivered one of the most inspiring and moving talks ever heard in Millstreet before a wonderfully representative audience of many Christian Faiths.   We have recorded the magnificent address on both audio and video and with the very kind permission of Rev. David will share it here online at a later stage.   A brief sequence  from the talk may be heard on www.corkmusicstation.com on Tuesday, 26th Feb. during my “Radio Treasures” programme (9.30 to 11.00 pm).  Click on the image to enlarge.   Lots more pictures later.  ( S.R.)

Link to Cork Music Station:    www.corkmusicstation.com

Eurovision 1993 Memories 2

Here we recall Eurovision Week in May 1993.
Here we recall Eurovision Week in May 1993.   This very enterprising visitor established his temporary stand at West End.    Below we view the official opening of the wonderfully memorable Millstreet Euro Fringe Festival during that historic week.    The very impressive platform was positioned across the road from the Euro Dome.    Click on images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

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Presentation of Very Impressive Cheque Following Cullen Event

Patsy O Leary of Patsy's Style Options, Cullen, and Mary Byrne presenting a Cheque for €8,010, to Ann Marie O Flaherty of Our Lady's Hospital, Crumlin, proceeds from the Style Coaching Evening they ran last November. Also included are Emma Byrne, Mahilet O Leary, Maeve Byrne, Vy-Ha O Leary, Sheila Lucey, Kate McAuliffe, and Eithne Cremin. Photo by Sheila Fitzgerald.
Patsy O Leary of Patsy’s Style Options, Cullen, and Mary Byrne presenting a Cheque for €8,010, to Ann Marie O Flaherty of Our Lady’s Hospital, Crumlin, proceeds from the Style Coaching Evening  which took place in November 2012. Also included are Emma Byrne, Mahilet O Leary, Maeve Byrne, Vy-Ha O Leary, Sheila Lucey, Kate McAuliffe, and Eithne Cremin.    We thank Sheila Fitzgerald for the excellent picture and caption.  (S.R.)