Day: September 12, 2021

“Where the Road Takes Me” at 7pm this Sunday on C103

We thank Presenter, John Greene for advance information on this Sunday evening’s programme – 12th Sept. 2021 at 7pm on C103.  (S.R.)

Where The Road Takes Me – Sunday 12th Sept.

This week on ‘Where the road takes me’, John Greene continues the Tale of three Norries.

In Programme two we meet songwriter John Murphy who was asked to write a number of songs for a CD to commemorate the burning of Cork City in December of 1920.

Although a launch and promotional events were out of the question because of Covid-19, the CD has almost sold itself.

Only seventy copies remain, with all proceeds going to ‘Alana’s Butterfly Wings’ 

Like the other two Norries, John has a story to tell which is unrelated to music.

Born in the UK, John was brought to Ireland for adoption.  He relates his story articulately, speaking about his dysfunctional and unfit adoptive parents in Cork.

Living the life of a loner as a child, without love, care and affection, John still finds difficulty in socialising.  Meeting his birth-mother for the first time and benefiting from her company for two years before her death, is a part of his story told emotionally. [read more …] ““Where the Road Takes Me” at 7pm this Sunday on C103″

Loretta O’Connor, Knocknagurrane

The death has occurred of Loretta O’Connor (née Murphy), Knocknagurrane, Cullen, Cork. On September 12th 2021, peacefully, in the presence of her loving family and in the tender care of the outstanding staff at Windmill House Nursing Home, Churchtown. Beloved wife of the late Cornelius (Connie) loving mother of Kevin, Aidan, Carmel and Collette. Sadly, missed by her loving family, sons-in-law Pat and Eamon, daughters-in-law Karen and Dolores, grandchildren Erica, Laura, Conor, Ciara, Mary, Clodagh, Ellen, Liam, Eamonn, great-grand- son Paddy and grandson-in-law Peter. Sister to Finbarr, and the late Jerry Brendan and Eileen Teresa. Also greatly missed by all her relatives and wide circle of friends. [rip]

She will forever be loved in the memory of her adoring family.

In line with current government guidelines requiem Mass for Loretta will take place in the Church of The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Cullen, at 12 noon on Monday, followed by interment in Cullen Cemetery. Messages of sympathy for Loretta’s family can be left on the RIP Condolence Page.

Help find Sandwich

We received the following request, it is out of our jurisdiction but maybe  it will help.

Sandwich is a small female terrier. She has been missing from the Rathdrum area of Wicklow since Aug 18th. We have searched high and low for this little girl. We feel she maybe elsewhere in the country now. She is loved and missed so much by her owner Damien. There is a €500 reward for her safe return. Please join her Facebook group Help find Sandwich for more details. #helpfindsandwich

“Lunchtime Favourites” on CMS 12th Sept. 2021 – 12.30 to 2.00pm

We invite you to submit your Requests for our weekly Music Request Show “Lunchtime Favourites” (Sunday, 12th Sept. 2021) on Cork Music Station which is broadcast today from 12:30pm until 2.00pm.  This is our 37th Lunchtime programme of 2021 where our songs and music are full of variety.    All our usual features on today’s Show….And we also include songs by Davy Ryan plus music by the Shandrum Céilí Band and the Clare Céilí Band and a host of wonderful Local Singers including  Jim Lyons, Breeda Tarrant and more.   And we feature some wonderful Classical Favourites.   Just email your requests anytime either to corkmusicstation @gmail.com OR to millstreetmuseum @gmail.com or text/WhatsApp to 086 825 0074.   Or check out the Seán Radley Facebook Page.   And we chat about the images below (sourced from Millstreet Museum Pictorial Archives) during our Show.  Tap on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)   Very special welcome to DJ Supreme, Barry O’Halloran who is presenting his new Sunday morning Show “Beautiful Sunday” from 10.30am to 12.30pm when Barry then hands over to “Lunchtime Favourites”.  Below we feature images from the First Holy Communion ceremony of Presentation N.S. on Sat. 11th Sept. 2021 – Lots more coverage of First Holy Communion ceremonies to follow later. [read more …] ““Lunchtime Favourites” on CMS 12th Sept. 2021 – 12.30 to 2.00pm”

Firefighter Driver/Mechanic Supreme John Sheahan Retires

Following twenty years of wonderfully dedicated service to Millstreet Fire Brigade Service as Firefighter Driver/Mechanic supreme John Sheahan of Mount Leader, Millstreet has recently retired.   At a reception  in Millstreet Fire Brigade Station in honour of John – visiting Fire Officers paid many tributes to John including the fact that the hugely high standard in evidence in his magnificent care of the Fire Engines has been exemplary and consistent over the twenty years.   Eamonn O’Keeffe speaking on behalf of the Millstreet Crew expressed sincere thanks to John for being such an inspirational colleague towards all the Crew over the years.  Special presentations were made to John and his wife, Anna in the presence of his Family where three generations were present.   Refreshments were enjoyed by all with some specially decorated cupcakes and a Retirement Cake impressing all present.   It is wonderful to also note that John is truly handing on the torch to his son Darren who will shortly be taking up his full-time position as Firefighter with Cork City Fire Service.   We extend our very best wishes not only to John on a very Happy, Healthy and Long Retirement but also to Darren in his new career.   Here we share a selection of images from the recent superb reception at Millstreet Fire Station.  Tap on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.) [read more …] “Firefighter Driver/Mechanic Supreme John Sheahan Retires”