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News and happenings from in and around Millstreet

John O’ Mahony, Millstreet / Limerick / Clare / Dublin

The death has occurred of John O’ Mahony, Coonagh, Road, Clondrinagh, Limerick / Millstreet, Cork / Clare / Dublin

John O’Mahony, Coonagh Road, Clondrinagh, Limerick and late of Cloghoulabeg, Millstreet, Co. Cork. 9th March, 2026, following a long illness bravely borne, peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family.

His varied career spread from being a Garda in William Street, a Steeplejack installing radomes in over 80 different countries, radome manufacturing in Esso Collins, Kilkishen to building a golf course in Clonlara, Co. Clare.

Beloved husband and best friend for 60 years of Angela and dearly loved father of Susan, John, Martina and Hilda. Sadly missed by his loving sons-in-law Séamus, Ian and Noely, grandchildren, brothers Tommy, Timmy, Donie, sisters Sheila, Nora-Mary, Mary and Breda, nephews, nieces, extended family, work colleagues, neighbours and friends.

May he Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Thomas Street on Thursday 12th March from 5pm to 6.30pm followed by Removal to St. Joseph’s Church, O’Connell Avenue, Limerick. Requiem Mass on Friday 13th March at 1.30pm with burial afterwards in Truagh Cemetery, Truagh, Co. Clare.

John’s Requiem Mass will be live streamed here

Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the Alzheimer Society of Ireland.

House private.

Condolences

“Radio Treasures” This Tuesday Features Colmanswell Rambling House

At 8pm we feature Jimmy Reidy’s Archival programme No. 191 relating to Friends from Killeens near Blarney…Repeated on Sunday at 10pm.  

“Radio Treasures” on www.corkmusicstation.com from 9.15pm this Tuesday, 10th March 2026…..features a variety of topics tonight including:

At 9.30pm …  we feature a our first visit to Colmanswell Rambling House near Charleville.    And we also share a wonderful variety of Quotes, Tips, Jokes plus topical chat and interesting information.  Tap on the images to enlarge.   Feel most welcome to make contact during or after the broadcast on 086 825 0074 or corkmusicstation @gmail.com (S.R.)  Tap on the images to enlarge.

Wonderfully successful Intergenerational Morning Assembly 2026 with the very talented MCS Students and the Young at Heart….in the Parish Centre.
Most enjoyable CART Music event at The Pub, Carriganima.
Pictured at the splendid Los Zarcos Quiz in Corkery’s Bar on Sat. night.
Winners and Organisers of the recent very successful  Annual Cullen and  District Special Needs Association Weigh-in.
Weight Loss Winners – Siobhán and Jerry.
Those attending the 105th Anniversary Commemoration of the Clonbanin Ambush on Sunday in Derrinagree could avail of delicious coffee and refreshments.
Recent MVC Tractor Run in aid of Carriganima N.S..
Commemoration at Derrinagree on Sunday of the 105th Anniversary of the Clonbanin Ambush.

[read more …] ““Radio Treasures” This Tuesday Features Colmanswell Rambling House”

Eily’s Report – 10th March

Dia is mhuire díobh go léir a  cáirde and welcome to my Report.

It was a lovely way to start a week. The reception which the Transition Students of the Community School put on for members of our Active Retired Club was wonderful. Following the 10am Mass we were all invited to the Parish Centre where tables were laid out in colourful array.  One young member read out a short note of welcome and went on to say  what the gathering was all about. It was that the young people wanted to get to know us better and in an friendly and enjoyable way. Young people, boys or girls are the life’s blood of us people who are past our sell by date. They look at things differently. Of course they do. And to get us all together in one place over a cups of tea and lovely sweet buns, it’s amazing the things that come up in the talk. They had printed laminated questions scattered around the tables, I suppose it was their way of getting the ball rolling. But I doubt if one of them was used. The chatter flowed as the T Y’s poured out the tea and talked to every one as they went along. It was enlightening to talk to them about their hopes and plans for the future and the oldies were amazed as to how many of the youngsters that we recognised out of their parents. They moved around the room meeting new people as if they wanted to meet as many as they could in their given time. Their able  Chaplin, John Magee was  there to see that all went well and also photographers John Tarrant and Sean Radley to see that the happy occasion was captured for history books. Again a member read our a lovely cupla focail the bring the happy occasion to an end at 12 noon. Margaret. Bourke on behalf of the seniors thanked John Magee and the boys and girls of TY for the wonderful memorable occasion.

[read more …] “Eily’s Report – 10th March”

Intergenerational Coffee Morning on Monday, 9th March at 10.30am in Parish Centre

Intergenerational Coffee Morning 

Millstreet Community School TY Global Citizenship Education class are hosting an intergenerational coffee morning on Monday 9th March 2026.  It will take place in Millstreet Parish Centre between 10.30am – 12.00pm. All active retired ladies and gents are warmly invited for tea, coffee, home-made buns and a chance to chat with the young people about how ‘life was then and how things are now’.  It will be a time to reflect on what younger and older generations have in common and how things have changed.

Tap on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

Millstreet Parish Newsletter – 8th March 2026

PARISH NEWSLETTER

BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT

8th March 2026

Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P.

Telephone Nos.:  Landline:  029 70043  &  Mobile: 087 775 2948

Email:  millstreet @dioceseofkerry.ie

Website:   www.dioceseofkerry.ie

All Masses are live streamed on www.churchservices.tv/millstreet

Parish Opening Hours 

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 

10.00am to 1.00pm  &  2.00pm to 5pm

RECENT DEATHS: Betty Goggin, Bolomore; Mary O’Keeffe, Rathcoole & Dublin; Desmond Sweeney, Dublin.

Mass Intentions for THIS WEEKEND:

Saturday 7th March 2026: Our Lady of Fatima First Saturday Devotions – Rosary at 5.40p.m. and 15-minute meditation in Parish Centre after Mass.

 Millstreet   6.15p.m.   Abina & Johnny Sheehan, Knockbrack;  Mary Lawlor, Lackabawn;  Kathleen & Danny Joe Cotter, their daughter Catherine & son Daniel.

Sunday 8th March 2026:

Cullen 9. 30a.m.  Sheila Dineen, Cullen (recently deceased);  Michael Hickey, Lisnaboy (recently deceased);  The deceased members of the Fleming Family, Meenagloherane.

Millstreet 11.30a.m:   Martin Healy, Crinaloo, Rathcoole;  Daniel Daly, The Bridge.                                                                                                                                               

ANNIVERSARIES:   Chris Kiely, Liscahane; Edward (Edsie) McSweeney, Murphy’s Terrace; Séamus McCarthy, Carrigacooleen; Daniel & Hannah Barrett, Carrigacooleen; Cathy Twohig, Aunagloor; Dan Joe & Donie Dineen, Cahirbarnagh; Fr. Donal O’Hare, Cloghoulamore & USA; Batt & Mary O’Keeffe, Mill Lane & Clara Road & their daughter Mary Ellen, Chicago; Mary & James McLoughlin, Killarney. 

Mass Intentions for NEXT WEEKEND:                                                                                                                                                   

Saturday 14th March 2026:

Millstreet   6.15p.m.    Daniel & Elizabeth Creedon, Carrigacooleen;  Billy & Mary Joe Murphy, Coole;  Darby Long, Curraraigue.

Sunday 15th March 2026:

Ballydaly 9. 30a.m.  Dan O’Riordan, Ballydaly (recently deceased).

Millstreet 11.30a.m:   Eily & John Joe Greaney, Lackabawn;  Dan & Kathleen O’Mahony, Murphy’s Terrace, their sons Michael & Eddie and daughter Noreen Downing, Killarney.

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT takes place every Tuesday in Millstreet Church from 10.30a.m. to 7.30p.m.

LEGION OF MARY meets every Tuesday night in Parish Centre at 7.30p.m.

PRIEST ON DUTY Sunday 8th March:  Fr. Joe Tarrant (064) 7751104/(086) 3978642

Rotas for 14th & 15th March 2026
CHURCH TIME READER EUCHARISTIC

MINISTERS
Millstreet   6.15p.m. Maura O’Sullivan Group E
  11.30 a.m. Pat Breen Group A
Ballydaly 9.30a.m. Eileen Guerin John Buckley

Millstreet Church: Mass times this week unless there is a funeral.

Mass on Monday (9th) for Pauline & Dan Lyons, Dooneen at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Tuesday (10th) People of the Parish at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Wednesday (11th) Nora Mae Feeney, USA & Freemount (recently deceased); Private Intention at 10.00a.m.

Friday (13th):  Stations of the Cross at 7.00p.m. followed by Mass Kathleen Kelleher, Lackabawn & Nora Rea, Kilcorney at 7.30p.m. [read more …] “Millstreet Parish Newsletter – 8th March 2026”

“Discover Duhallow” Magazine Issue 159 Now Available

“Discover Duhallow” Magazine Issue 159 is now available (free of charge) in numerous local outlets throughout Duhallow and beyond.   It may also be accessed online.  Tap on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.) [read more …] ““Discover Duhallow” Magazine Issue 159 Now Available”

Mary O’Keeffe, Curraraigue, Rathcoole & Dun Laoghaire

The death has occurred of Mary O’Keeffe, Curraraigue, Rathcoole, Co. Cork / Dun Laoghaire, Dublin.

O’Keeffe, Rathcoole and Dun Laoghaire; On February 28th 2026, unexpectedly but peacefully at home, Mary, Woodlawn Park, Dun Laoghaire, late of Bank of Ireland, and formerly of Curraraigue, Rathcoole, beloved daughter of the late Jerome and Bridie, and sister-in-law of the late Sharon, dear sister of Úna (Hernon), Bridgette (Walsh), Dan Joe, Timmy, Jeremiah and Michael John.

Deeply regretted by her loving family, sisters-in-law Margaret and Kate, brothers-in-law Liam and Gerard, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, relatives, neighbours, many friends and in particular her life long friend Rashid.

May she rest in peace

Reposing in McCarthy’s Funeral Home, Banteer (P51 N922) on Thursday (March 5th) from 6.30pm to 8pm followed by removal to St John’s Church, Dromagh (P51 YWF1). Requiem Mass on Friday (March 6th) at 11am which can be viewed live at http://lifeisariver.com Burial afterwards in the cemetery adjoining Kilcorney Church (P51 FW65).

Messages of sympathy may be left via the link here.

Alert for Caution at Annagloor regarding Deer Crossing Road

We thank Michael Tarrant of Annagloor for the following kind alert:   “Just a warning for motorists and cyclists that three Deer have been seen crossing the road at Nora Buckley’s,  Annagloor west of Millstreet. People need to take care.”

“Radio Treasures” This Tuesday Features “Quid” Comedian / Presenter

At 8pm we feature Jimmy Reidy’s Archival programme No. 190 relating to Friends from Listowel…Repeated on Sunday at 10pm.  

“Radio Treasures” on www.corkmusicstation.com from 9.15pm this Tuesday, 3rd March 2026…..features a variety of topics tonight including:

At 10.00pm …  we feature a very special Interview with Comedian Cornelius Patrick O’Sullivan who was MC supreme at Quid Event.   And we also share a wonderful variety of Quotes, Tips, Jokes plus topical chat and interesting information.  Tap on the images to enlarge.   Feel most welcome to make contact during or after the broadcast on 086 825 0074 or corkmusicstation @gmail.com (S.R.)  Tap on the images to enlarge.

Overall Winner of the outstanding Quid Game Fundraising Event was Luke Mulcahy (centre) sponsored by Mulcahy’s Pharmacy, Millstreet.
Photographed at the recent very successful fundraising “Quid Game”event held at Killarney’s Great Southern Hotel…standing beside a fully signed Cork jersey (one of the auction items) – from left, Comedian and Presenter supreme, Cornelius Patrick O’Sullivan with Pól Ó Síodhcháin, Principal, Millstreet Community School.
Ciara Broxton (née Hickey), pictured seated fourth from left, was enthusiastically supported by her many followers when she reached the final stages of the event.
Interviewing Comedian / Presenter supreme – Cornelius Patrick O’Sullivan – after the very successful Quid Game event in Killarney. Our Interview airs at 10pm this Tuesday with a Repeat on Friday at 10pm. (Picture by John Tarrant)
A very impressive crane on location at Green Glens Arena, Millstreet which is presently being reroofed.
A second impressive crane was recently in place at O’Regan’s Mill, Millstreet for the reroofing of this very well known building in Station Road.
Recording for Cork Music Station in the wonderfully welcoming Colmanswell Rambling House Centre – a host of superbly talented musicians, singers and storytellers who had been assembled (for our recording) by Jimmy Reidy and Pat Brown. The Co. Limerick location is close to Charleville. The radio broadcasts will transmit at 9.30pm on Tuesday, 10th March and at the same time on following Tuesdays with Friday repeats on Cork Music Station.

[read more …] ““Radio Treasures” This Tuesday Features “Quid” Comedian / Presenter”

Desmond (Des) Sweeney, Ayrfield, Dublin / Cabra, Dublin

The death has occurred of Desmond (Des) Sweeney, Ayrfield, Dublin / Cabra, Dublin.

Sweeney, Desmond (Des) – 28th February 2026, (Ayrfield and formerly of Cabra).

Peacefully surrounded by his loving family and in the wonderful care of staff at TLC Carton House.

Beloved husband of Helen and loving father of Paul, much loved grandad of Orlagh, Liam and Caoimhe.

Desmond will be very sadly missed by his wife, son and daughter-in-law Catherine, grandchildren, sister Nora, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.

May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Jennings Funeral Home, Oscar Traynor Road Coolock, D17FK58 on Wednesday afternoon March 4th from 3pm to 5pm.

Removal on Thursday morning to the Church of St Brendan, Coolock Village, D05Y316 arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by cremation service in Glasnevin Crematorium.

Condolences

Mrs. Nora Casey, Tullig, Millstreet is sister of the late Desmond Sweeney.   May the gentle Soul of Desmond rest in peace. 

Eily’s Report – 3rd March

Dia is Mhuire díobh go léir a cáirde and welcome to my report.

Hello everybody and welcome to the month of March.

Aaaah the month of March. Back in the day it never had a very good name. Cold and bare at a time when we were hanging out for an improvement in the weather. The years before the comforts of life that we have today. Central heating. Washing machines, heated motor cars, frozen foods. Also the month when the traces of the flu’s and colds of  the previous months were still around. As mad as a March hare was a very popular adage  and it was used to describe lots of things from a straying cow or any animal to rain and the wind. It could be a lean time of year.  The growing season was only beginning and the past season’s supply had to be carefully handled to make it stretch until the new crops came along. In June. Shops back then did not sell soft veg like cabbage or fruits.  So it was up to every land owner to have their own. Turnips were a great stand by. They had a long life. We fed  them to the cattle and they also made a welcome veg for human consumption. Potatoes also had to be carefully monitered to make them reach the end of the season. Potatoes needed extra care to save them from the frost and from the rats which were never far from the store.

[read more …] “Eily’s Report – 3rd March”

Millstreet Church Choir Featured on Radio Kerry’s “Horizons” this Sunday Morning

Millstreet Church Choir featured on Radio Kerry’s “Horizons” broadcast this Sunday Morning (1st March 2026) at 9.00 a.m..   The broadcast was truly superb during which Coordinator Edel Fraser was interviewed by Presenter David Sheehan.   The feature was recently recorded at St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet.  It can be accessed HERE .  (S.R.)

St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet this Lenten period 2026.

Betty (Beth) Goggin, Bolomore, Rathcoole

The death has occurred of Betty (Beth) Goggin, Bolomore, Rathcoole, Co. Cork.

Peacefully on February 28th in Marymount Hospice after a short illness bravely borne, Betty (Beth); Pre-deceased by her sister Hannah-Marie (Hinchion) and brother Seán Goggin. Beth will be fondly remembered by her sisters Maura (O’Brien), Teresa (Gully), Nonie (Smart), Eileen (Garlick) and Sr Josephine.

Deeply regretted by her family, her sister in law Maureen, brother in law Ray, nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, great grand-nephews and great grand-nieces, cousins, relatives, very kind neighbours and many friends.

May she rest in peace

Lying in repose in McCarthy’s Funeral Home, Banteer on Monday 2nd March from 6.30pm to 8 pm followed by removal to St. John’s Church, Dromagh (P51 YWF1). Funeral Mass on Tuesday 3rd March at 11am which can be viewed live on http://www.mycondolences.ie Burial afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.

Messages of sympathy may be left via the link here.

Betty (Beth) has requested no flowers please.

Wallet Found in Millstreet

A Wallet with its contents including cards has recently been found in the Murphy’s Terrace area of Millstreet.  It has been delivered to the postbox of Millstreet Garda Station.

Translation into Polish:

Portfel z zawartością, w tym kartami, został niedawno znaleziony na tarasie Murphy’ego w Millstreet. Został dostarczony do skrzynki pocztowej na posterunku policji w Millstreet.

Walking Poles Found

A pair of walking poles beside the footpath on Clara Road, Millstreet were recently found.   The Finder put them on the nearby wall but when checked the following day they were still there so the Finder brought them home for safe keeping.   The Owner of the walking poles may contact 086 825 0074 and we shall arrange to put you in touch with the Finder.  (S.R.) 

Millstreet Parish Newsletter – 1st March 2026

PARISH NEWSLETTER

BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT

1st March 2026

Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P.

Telephone Nos.:  Landline:  029 70043  &  Mobile: 087 775 2948

Email:  millstreet @dioceseofkerry.ie

Website:   www.dioceseofkerry.ie

All Masses are live streamed on www.churchservices.tv/millstreet

Parish Opening Hours 

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 

10.00am to 1.00pm  &  2.00pm to 5pm

RECENT DEATHS:  Julia Lynch, Killarney; Nora Mae Feeney, New Jersey & Freemont.

Mass Intentions for THIS WEEKEND: 

                                                                                                                                              

Saturday 28th February 2026:  

Millstreet   6.15p.m.   Jimmy & Nellie Corcoran, Dooneen;  Peg & Arthur O’Keeffe, Drishane Road;  Eileen Murphy (First Anniversary) & her husband Benjamin (recently deceased), Longford &  Coolikerane.

Sunday 1st March 2026:

Ballydaly 9.30a.m. Denis Murphy, Ballydaly & his parents Hannah & Pat.

Millstreet 11.30a.m:   Ann Barry, Lackabawn (First Anniversary);  Conchubhair Ó hÉalaithe, Drishane Road;  Vivienne Murphy, Tanyard Wood;  Peter Roche, Drishanebeg.

ANNIVERSARIES:   Margaret, William & the deceased members of the Radley Family, Minor Row; Deceased members of the McSweeney Family; Daniel Daly, The Bridge; Dolly Barrett, Main Street; Jerry Corkery, Coomlogane; Denis Dennehy, Pound Hill; Maureen Moran, Ballyvouskil; Margaret Casey, Tooreenbawn; Hannah & Jeremiah Kelleher, Toorenbawn; Jerh & Margaret Corkery, Adrivale; Theresa O’Sullivan, Grenagh; Nora O’Sullivan, Dooradoyle. 

Mass Intentions for NEXT WEEKEND:                                                                                                                                                    

Saturday 7th March 2026: Our Lady of Fatima First Saturday Devotions Rosary at 5.40p.m. and 15-minute meditation in Parish Centre after Mass.

 Millstreet   6.15p.m.    Abina & Johnny Sheehan, Knockbrack;  Mary Lawlor, Lackabawn;  Kathleen & Danny Joe Cotter, their daughter Catherine & son Daniel.

Sunday 8th March 2026:

Cullen 9. 30a.m. Sheila Dineen, Cullen (recently deceased);  Michael Hickey, Lisnaboy (recently deceased);  The deceased members of the Fleming Family, Meenagloherane.

Millstreet 11.30a.m:   Martin Healy, Crinaloo, Rathcoole;  Daniel Daly, The Bridge.

PRIEST ON DUTY Sunday 1st March:  Fr. Pat O’Donnell (086) 8351732

FIRST FRIDAY CALLS: Fr. Fitzgerald will make First Friday calls for the month of March during the coming week.

Rotas for 7th & 8th March 2026
CHURCH TIME READER EUCHARISTIC

MINISTERS
Millstreet   6.15p.m. Mary Ita Cronin Group D
  11.30 a.m. Jerry Doody Group E
Cullen 9.30a.m. Mgt. Cooper Derry Morley

Millstreet Church: Mass times this week unless there is a funeral.

Mass on Monday (2nd) for James Maloney, Millstreet at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Tuesday (3rd) People of the Parish at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Wednesday (4th) Private Intention at 10.00a.m.

Friday (6th):  Stations of the Cross at 7.00p.m. followed by Mass for Paddy Murphy, Kilmeedy (1st Anniversary); Magaret & Patie Murphy, Cloghoulabeg & their son Seanie; Nora Tarrant, Coole at 7.30p.m. [read more …] “Millstreet Parish Newsletter – 1st March 2026”

Tickets for Quid Game Event Available at Door Tonight

There will be tickets available at the door tonight…Sat. 28th Feb. 2026….for the Quid Game Event at the Great Southern Hotel, Killarney.   Still available also online until 5pm today. Huge support and shaping up to be a fantastic occasion.

Tap on the Poster to enlarge. (S.R.)

Julia Lynch (née Casey),  Sunnyhill, Killarney & Ballydaly, Millstreet

The death has occurred of Julia Lynch (née Casey),  Sunnyhill, Killarney, Co. Kerry / Millstreet, Co. Cork.

Late of Sunnyhill, Killarney, Co. Kerry and formerly of Ballydaly and Meelin, Co. Cork.

Julia died peacefully on Tuesday the 24th of February 2026, at home after a short illness in the devoted care of her loving family.  Predeceased by her loving husband Donal, her sister Belle and her nephew Barry.  Beloved mother of Kevin, daughter-in-law Gill and granddaughter Riley.

Dearly loved and deeply missed by her brothers and sisters, Owen, Davy, Connie Mike, Marian, Eileen and Josephine, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews relatives, neighbours and her wide circle of friends.

“May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace”

Julia will repose at O’Shea’s Funeral Home, Killarney, on Thursday the 26th of February from 4.30pm to 6.30pm.
Reception into St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney, on Friday for Requiem Mass at 10.30am . The Funeral Mass for Julia will be live streamed on https://www.churchservices.tv/killarneycathedral

Burial will take place afterwards in Killarney Cemetery.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired to Palliative Care Unit UHK.

Messages of sympathy can be left on the condolence link.

Enquires to Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet 087 252 5095

Tickets for Quid Game Fundraising Event Available at Local Outlets

Tickets available from Coleman’s Centra, Mulcahy’s Pharmacy, Reen’s Pharmacy, Cronin’s Centra & School Office. Price €20. Doors open at 7pm. Event starts at 8pm. Link to online ticket sales: https://member.clubspot.app/club/millstreet-community-school/events/17997

Tap on the Poster to enlarge. (S.R.)

“Radio Treasures” This Tuesday Features ROCS at Leinster House

At 8pm we feature Jimmy Reidy’s Archival programme No. 187 relating to Friends from Newmarket and Co. Limerick…Repeated on Sunday at 10pm.  

“Radio Treasures” on www.corkmusicstation.com from 9.15pm this Tuesday, 24th Feb. 2026…..features a variety of topics tonight including:

At 10.00pm …  we feature a very special Interviews with members of ROCS (Reach Out Cancer Support) …. Mary, Con and Michelle plus a chat with Senator Nicole Ryan who kindly organised the superb visit to Leinster House…. following a visit to Leinster House on 19th Feb..   And we also share a wonderful variety of Quotes, Tips, Jokes plus topical chat and interesting information.  Tap on the images to enlarge.   Feel most welcome to make contact during or after the broadcast on 086 825 0074 or corkmusicstation @gmail.com (S.R.)  Tap on the images to enlarge.

ROCS arriving at Heuston Station, Dublin on Thursday, 19th Feb. 2026.
We must be here at Leinster House!!!
Security Badge for all Visitors.
We receive a Royal Welcome from Senator Nicole Ryan (centre).
As we enter the hugely impressive building we also get to meet with Aindrias Moynihan, T.D. (second from right).
Following a magnificent guided tour of An Dáil, the Seanad and Leinster House itself, Senator Nicole invites us for a truly superb meal in the official Restaurant.
Each of the Visitors receives a special copy of the official Proclamation.
On our return to Heuston Station we pass through the Grounds of Trinity College….Phil and Mary.

On behalf of ROCS, Michelle O’Keeffe (on right) expresses our sincere thanks to Senator Nicole Ryan. We even made it to the National Newspaper which one may read here!

[read more …] ““Radio Treasures” This Tuesday Features ROCS at Leinster House”

Eily’s Report – 24th February

Dia is mhuire díobh go léir a cáirde and welcome to my Report.

The temperatures are rising and as rising tides raises all craft, so are our spirits and hopes and prayers for an improvement in the weather. The birds are also responding to the change, they are really busy now, feverishly seeking places to build their nests and get on with the work of Mother Nature. Apart from that our community can’t wait to get their work up and running and there’s lots to do. With the onset of March the Community Council are preparing hard for our St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Meanwhile at our Community School we are about to witness their first ever ”Quid Games”. That is the name given to an ambitious fundraiser which involves a wide range of volunteers working hard to raise funds for our first ever full sized football pitch, to be opened at the Community School Grounds in Coomlogane. Next Saturday night will see the culmination of many months of fundraising at a Gala event which will be held at the Great Southern Hotel in Killarney.   Tickets  at €20 each and full information are available at the Community School office at 029 70087.  I know very little about this new venture but I’m told that one lucky winner will walk away with a €10 000 prize money on the night. Please give this exciting venture your best support.

[read more …] “Eily’s Report – 24th February”

Millstreet Pictorial Updates – Mon. 23rd Feb. 2026

The wonderfully energetic Ladies Football Team from Rathpeacon (near Blarney & Cork) with their Coaches who climbed Clara Mountain on Sunday morning, 22nd February, pictured here having superbly completed the challenging task.  Tap on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Meeting David Barrett, Aubane at Kall & Dyyne on Sunday having visited Millstreet and just about to return to Sweden where he is presently based. Wishing David a very safe and enjoyable journey.

St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet interior and exterior this Lenten period 2026.

[read more …] “Millstreet Pictorial Updates – Mon. 23rd Feb. 2026”