Pet Cat possibly missing from its Home in the Cullen or surrounding Area

A lovely Black and White Cat pictured below has strayed into a Home in the Cullen area,the Cat is very tame and friendly and could be missing from its Family Home,if anyone is missing a lovely Black and White Cat give Dan a Ring on 087 7806466.

 

Millstreet Vintage Club Bumbleance Summer Car Run happening on Saturday Evening June 17th

With just over 2 weeks left to go to the Millstreet Vintage Club Summer Car Run which is taking place on Saturday Evening June 17th the Event is once again in Aid of Bumbleance Childrens Ambulance Service and is open to All Vintage/Classic Cars Bikes Vans Trucks etc,

Bumbleance Childrens Ambulance Service does wonderful work and is a Totally Voluntary Organisation.

Bumbleance ensures that the journey of a sick child is as safe and comfortable as possible,

Bumbleance Trips and Services cover the following

Pre and Post-surgical appointments
Inter hospital transfers
Respite and Hospice Trips
Scheduled Trips
Chemo Cab
Transplants and critical care
Angel Trips

The Run will Start Out in Cullen Community Centre (Eircode P51 YY06) with Sign On from 4.30pm and Take Off at 6pm Sharp and it will take in a Scenic Route with the Run ending up at O’Riadas Bar Ballymacelligot just outside Castleisland where there will be Free Food and Music Supplied by Bernie Heaney, Barry O’Halloran and Sheila Heery, also on the Evening there will be a Draw with some nice Prizes to be Won.

Entry for the Run will be by Donation and its all for a great Cause in Bumbleance Childrens Ambulance Service,for Details Contact Willie Fitzgerald on 087 2229874,Ita Fitzgerald on 087 9865217 or Bernard Crowley on 087 7924406.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Great Turnout for Millstreet Vintage Club Summer Car Run last Saturday Evening

After a 3 year Break due to Covid 19 Restrictions the Millstreet Vintage Club Summer Car Run made a welcome return back to the MVC Calendar last Saturday Evening, the Event which was again in Aid of Bumbleance Children’s Ambulance Service made its Comeback in fine style with over 90 Cars taking part, the starting point was the Cullen
Community Centre where the Bumbleance Ambulance was also on display, the Cars left Cullen just after 6pm and made there way on a Scenic Route up to Knocknagree, then on to the outskirts of Ballydesmond, Quarry Cross, Kilsarcon, and on to Castleisland before heading out the Abbeyfeale Road and then turning left and heading up into some spectacular views of the Countryside that brought the Cars down into the Finish at O`Riadas Bar and Restuarant near Ballymacelligott, the weather was favourable for the occasion which added to the atmosphere of the Event and this was followed by Refreshments and Musical Entertainment supplied by the Michelle Murphy Band, Danny Tobin and Heart to Heart at the Finish, again the Bumbleance Ambulance was on display at O’Riadas and a viewing of this very impressive Vehicle gives a person an idea of the great Work and Service this Voluntary Group carry out for seriously ill Children.

There was an open draw made before the start of the Run in Cullen for a Perpetual Trophy and this was won by Anthony Murray in his Toyota Starlet.

Millstreet Vintage Club and Event Organiser Willie Fitzgerald would like to thank Everyone who came along to the Event, your Support was tremendous and much appreciated, a big shout out must go out to the People that helped out on Saturday Evening which made the Event a massive success, to all the Marshalls, Bike Marshalls, Registration/Sign On, Route Layout/Arrowing Crew, the hardworking Catering Crew in Cullen etc many many thanks for all your help, also thanks must go out to Cullen Pipe Band, An Garda Siochana, Cullen Community Centre, O`Riadas for great Food and Hospitality, Photographers and Media People, thanks also to Sean Radley for the Amplification System and finally many thanks to all the people that donated Spot Prizes for the Raffle namely, Moriarty’s Centra Farranfore, Kealy Coaches Cullen, The Pub Carriganima, Super Valu Millstreet, Murphys Gala Banteer Kanturk, Duggans Recovery, Liam O`Connor Garage, and Dan Barry Crash Repairs.

We hope you Enjoyed the Event and we look forward to seeing you all again very soon.
Photos by Tom Corbett, Ross O’ Mahony, Ray Corkery and Richard Norton.

For anybody that may have not been at the Event on Saturday Evening last but would like to make a Contribution to Bumbleance you can still do so on a Go Funde Me Page organised by Corkmusicstation and Willie Fitzgerald, this Go Fund Me Fundraiser Page will remain Live until the end of June and can be found on the Link Below.

 

https://gofund.me/f9c5351a

Millstreet Vintage Club Summer Car Run Saturday Evening June 18th

With less than 2 weeks to go now to the Millstreet Vintage Club Summer Car Run which is taking place on Saturday Evening June 18th Preparations are well advanced for the Run which will be in Aid of Bumbleance Childrens Ambulance Service and is open to All Vintage/Classic Cars Bikes Vans Trucks etc, the Run will Start Out in Cullen Community Centre(Eircode P51 YY06) just off the Killarney/Mallow Road with Sign On from 4.30pm and Take Off at 6pm Sharp,the Cullen Pipe Band will lead the Run away from the start in Cullen and it will take in a Scenic Route with views of Mushera Mountain, Clara Mountain, The Paps, Mangerton and Carrantuohill especially if the Weather will be good,the second part of the Run will on a clear Evening give the possibility of seeing up into as far as Limerick and Clare so a very Scenic Route is promised,the Run will End up at O’Riadas Bar Ballymacelligot just outside Castleisland where there will be Free Food and Music Supplied by the very Popular Michelle Murphy Band,also on the Evening there will be a Draw with some nice Prizes to be Won,Entry for the Run will be by Donation and its all for a great Cause in Bumbleance Childrens Ambulance Service, there is also a Go Fund Me Page set up as well so if you wish you can make a Donation to Bumbleance on there in the Link here at https://gofund.me/f9c5351a

For further Details on the Car Run you can Contact Willie Fitzgerald on 087 2229874, Ita Fitzgerald on 087 9865217 or Bernard Crowley on 087 7924406.

Great Turnout for Tractor Run in Cullen Yesterday

The first Event of 2022 to be hosted by Millstreet Vintage Club took place last Sunday February 27th over in Cullen to help raise Funds for Cullen National School,the Club wish to thank everyone for the fantastic support received at the Event with an impressive 102 Tractors taking to the Road just after 12.30pm with the Run leaving Cullen and taking in some great Countryside views in the Duhallow Region along its route before returning back to Cullen over an hour later,the Weather was kind as well for the occasion and on both leaving and on return to Cullen Village there were some most welcome Refreshments laid on by the Cullen School Parents and Friends at the National School in Cullen,Event Clerk of the Course Dan O’Riordan would like to thank Karen O’Sullivan and School Principal Eileen O’Mahony and all the Hardworking Crew from Cullen National School for there hard work help and support prior to the Event and on the day which made the occasion such a great success, also thanks to all the Marshals for keeping the Event Run smoothly on the Road and in helping to co-ordinate Parking etc,also many thanks to Mick Duggan and his Co-Pilot Willie Fitzgerald for leading the Tractors out on the Road and keeping the Run progress so smoothly,to the Hardworking Crew at Sign on and to the Media and Photographers for covering the Event thanks very much for your help and to Cullen Pipe Band for providing Entertainment before the start of the Event and again many thanks from all at Cullen National School and Millstreet Vintage Club for the great turn out and Support from the Public on the day,it is very much appreciated.

 

 

Johnny Hickey,  Mologhroe, Cullen

The death has occurred of Johnny Hickey,  Mologhroe, Cullen, Co. Cork.

Passed away peacefully in the exceptional care of the staff of Mallow General Hospital on 4th October 2021. Predeceased by his loving wife Bridget, brothers Willie, Tom, Denis, Martin, Peter and sisters Julia, Katie, Hannah Mary, Maria, Nora Mai and Lizzie, nephews and nieces. Sadly missed by his heartbroken children Conor, Marie (Walsh) and Ann (Murphy), brother Paul, daughter in law Marie (O’Connor), son in laws Jack Murphy and Dan Walsh, adored grandchildren David and his wife Leanne, Brid, Sean, Cormac, Colin, Luke, Lauren, Edel and John, grandnieces, grandnephews, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, relatives and a wide circle of close friends.

Reposing on Tuesday, the 5th of October, at the Church of the Nativity, Cullen from 6pm to 8pm. Requiem Mass on Wednesday at 3pm in the Church of the Nativity, Cullen followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. If you wish to leave a message of condolence for Johnny’s family please use the condolence link HERE.

Mass will be live streamed on http://www.mycondolences.ie/

Millstreet Parish Newsletter 27th June 2021

PARISH NEWSLETTER

BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

27th June 2021

Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P.

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

Email:  millstreet @dioceseofkerry.ie

Website:   www.dioceseofkerry.ie

Parish Office Opening Hours:  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday

10.00am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.00pm

Your prayers are requested for the repose of the souls of the following whose anniversaries occur around this time:

RECENT DEATHS:  John O’Mahony, Middlesex & Inchileigh; Pat Burke, Kanturk. 

ANNIVERSARIES:    Kitty O’Sullivan, Mill View; Sheila McSweeney, Murphy’s Terrace; Gearoid Hickey, West End; Nelius Guerin, Ballydaly; Patrick & Mary Murphy, Dunmanway, their son Pat Joe & daughter Sheila O’Farrell. 

MASSES FROM MILLSTREET CHURCH WILL CONTINUED TO BE STREAMED ON CHURCH SERVICES – churchservices.tv/Millstreet

Mass Intentions for THIS weekend:

Saturday 26th June:

Millstreet   6.30 p.m.     Mary Sheehan, Tanyard Wood.

Sunday 27th June:

Ballydaly    9.00 a.m. Joe White, Tubber

Cullen       10.15a.m. Peter Cronin, Cullen

Millstreet 11.30 a.m.   Denis Healy, Claraghatlea & the Deceased Members of the Healy Family.

Mass Intentions for NEXT weekend:

Saturday 3rd July: 

Millstreet   6.30 p.m.     Hannah & Dan Joe Quinn, Flintfield

Sunday 4th July:

Ballydaly    9.00 a.m. Christy Philpott, Ballydaly  

Cullen       10.15a.m.  

Millstreet 11.30 a.m.   Mick & Bill Kelleher, Killowen

ALTAR SOCIETY for 4th & 11th July: Group D             

Rotas for Next Weekend 3rd/4th July   
CHURCH TIME READER EUCHARISTIC

MINISTERS

Millstreet   6.30 p.m. Maria Kelleher Judy Reardon; Tadhg Buckley  
  11.30 a.m. Bernie Cronin Breeda Fitzgerald; Gobnait Creedon
Ballydaly   9.00 a.m. Dan O’Riordan
Cullen 10.15 a.m. Marie Walsh   

Millstreet Church:

Monday (28th June): Mass at 10.00a.m. for:  People of the Parish

Tuesday (29th June):  Mass at 10.00a.m. for:  Private Intention

Wednesday (30th June): Mass at 10.00a.m. for:  The Deceased Members of the Kelleher Family, Killowen

Thursday (1st July): Mass at 10.00a.m. for:  Private Intention

Friday (2nd July):  Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at 7.00p.m. followed by Mass at 7.30p.m. for Charles & Hannah Barry, Murphy’s Terrace

CULLEN CHURCH:  Mass on Thursday 1st July at 7.30p.m. for Private Intention [read more …] “Millstreet Parish Newsletter 27th June 2021”

Eileen Duggan (née O’Keeffe), Lisnaboy

The death has occurred of Eileen Duggan (née O’Keeffe), Lisnaboy, Cullen. Passed away peacefully on 18th April 2021, in the presence of her family and in the wonderful care of the staff of Marymount hospice.

Predeceased by her husband Noel and daughter Noreen. Sadly missed by her loving daughters Pauline (Doyle), Catherine (O’Keeffe), Christine (Devitt), Mary (Roche) and Denise. Much loved sister of Michael, Padraig, John, Nora, and Margaret. Deeply Regretted by her sons-in-law Charlie, Eoin, Jerry, Ken, and Danny. Cherished by her twelve grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, kind neighbours, and friends. May She Rest in Peace

Eileen’s Funeral cortège will leave her home on Wednesday at 11.15am for private Mass at 12 noon in the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Cullen followed by private burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only, donations if desired can be made directly to Marymount hospice. [rip]

In accordance with HSE guidelines, Funeral Mass will be private. The family thank you for your co-operation and understanding at this difficult time.

Messages of sympathy may be left on the RIP Condolence Page.

Millstreet Parish Newsletter 20th December 2020

PARISH NEWSLETTER

BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

Fourth Sunday of Advent

20th December  2020

Canon John Fitzgerald P.P.   

Tel Nos. Millstreet 029-70043/Mobile 087-7752948

Email:  millstreet @dioceseofkerry.ie    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:

RECENT DEATHS: Frank Brosnan, Rathduane; Donie Casey, Cloghoula; John Magee Snr., England.

ANNIVERSARIES: Han & Luke O’Keeffe, Tanyard; Patrick M. O’Sullivan, Minor Row; Mary Cotter, Murphy’s Terrace; Tim Duggan, West End; Paul Fitzgerald Jnr., Clara Road; Helen Moynihan, Lackadota; Denis & John O’Riordan, Knocknakilla; Daniel & Margaret Healy, Curracahill; Patrick & Margaret Healy, Curracahill; Timmy & Julia Murphy, Coolikerane; William Buckley, Lislehane; Timothy, Mary & the deceased members of the Lynch Family, Lislehane; Patie Hickey, Mologhroe; Jer & Mary Jo O’Donoghue, Curragh; Jim & Hannah Galvin, Macroom; Denis Murphy, Banteer; Jerry Dennehy, Bolomore; Denis O’Sullivan, Newmarket; Con, Eileen, John & Niall Leahy, Macroom; Oona & Pat O’Reilly, Dublin; Mary & John Thomas Randles, Kilgarvan; Sr. Eileen O’Donoghue, Cahirbarnagh & England; James O’Sullivan, Dooradoyle; Jeremiah Cronin, Kilcorney; Jerry Lucey, Canada; Teresa & Eugene Sweeney, Dublin

MASS INTENTIONS THIS WEEKEND:
Saturday 19th December:
Millstreet Vigil 6.30p.m: John Kelleher, Station Road
Sunday 20th December:
Ballydaly 9.00a.m: Eddie Murphy, Ballydaly
Cullen 10.15a.m: Eileen, Tony & Michael Moynihan, Coalpits
Millstreet 11.30a.m: People of the Parish

MASS INTENTIONS NEXT WEEKEND:
Saturday 26th December:
Millstreet Vigil 6.30p.m. Michael Lane, Carriganima
Sunday 27th December:
Ballydaly 9.00a.m: Donnchna Murphy, Ballydaly
Cullen 10.15a.m: Andy & Kitty Walsh, Knocknageeha;
Dan Meade, Ahane
Millstreet 11.30a.m: Bridie & Cornelius Keane, Drimoleague

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE COMING TWO WEEKS:
Monday 21st: Mass for Pádraig Creedon, Mushera (recently deceased) at 7.30p.m.
Tuesday 22nd: Mass at 10.00a.m. – Christmas Mass
Wednesday 23rd: Mass at 10.00a.m. & 7.30p.m. – Christmas Mass
Tuesday 29th: Mass for Lena O’Keeffe, Main Street at 10.00a.m.
Wednesday 30th: Mass at 10.00a.m.
Friday 1st January: Mass at 11.00a.m. [read more …] “Millstreet Parish Newsletter 20th December 2020”

Christmas Mass Schedule – Millstreet Parish

CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE – MILLSTREET PARISH

TUESDAY 22nd:

Mass at 10.00a.m. in Millstreet 

WEDNESDAY 23rd:

Mass at 10.00a.m. & 7.30p.m. in Millstreet 

CHRISTMAS EVE:

Mass in Cullen at 5.00p.m. and 7.30p.m.    

Mass in Millstreet at 6.30p.m. and 10.00p.m.   

CHRISTMAS DAY:

Mass in Millstreet at 8.30a.m. & 11.30a.m.

Mass in Ballydaly at 9.00a.m.  

Mass in Cullen at 10.15a.m.   

SATURDAY 26th DECEMBER – ST. STEPHEN’S DAY:   

Mass in Millstreet at 6.30p.m. 

SUNDAY 27th:

Mass in Ballydaly at 9.00a.m.

Mass in Cullen at 10.15a.m.

Mass in Millstreet at 11.30a.m.

All Masses will operate on a booking system and we are asking people to book only one Mass to allow everyone an equal opportunity to attend and receive Holy Communion.

Bookings are to be made directly through the Parish office only from this Monday (14th December) during working hours. 

All Masses in Millstreet Church will be live streamed on churchservices.tv/millstreet

This Christmas is unique and we are doing our best to facilitate the needs of our Parish and we are once again asking for your understanding and co-operation with the arrangements that have been put in place.   

(We thank Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P. and Parish Secretary, Sharon Lane for this important Christmas Mass Schedule…..S.R.)

Donal McSweeney, Knocknageeha, Cullen.

The death has occurred of Donal McSweeney, Knocknageeha, Cullen, Co. Cork.

Unexpectedly at his residence, predeceased by his parents Dan Joe and Mai. Loving brother of Debbie, Denis, Dermie, Phyllis, Kathleen, Noel, Marian and Carmel and much loved uncle and grand-uncle. Deeply regretted by his loving family, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grand nephews, grand nieces, cousins and friends.

In accordance with government and H.S.E. guidelines, Donal’s Funeral Mass will take place privately in the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Cullen on Friday at 12 noon, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Messages of sympathy may be left HERE.

Noreen Lucas (née Duggan) Cullen & Switzerland Acknowledgement & First Anniversary

Noreen Lucas (née Duggan),
Lisnaboy, Cullen
& Lausanne, Switzerland

Acknowledgement and 1st Anniversary
20th November 2019

The family of the late Noreen Lucas , née  Duggan , of Lisnaboy, Cullen and Lausanne, Switzerland wish to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with them on the death of Noreen.   
We are deeply grateful to our extended family, friends and neighbours, for their support, kindness and generosity. Thanks to those who attended Noreen’s Memorial Mass in Cullen, those who telephoned and to those who sent mass cards, sympathy cards and many lovely letters. Our sincere thanks to Canon John Fitzgerald who celebrated Noreen’s Mass and to Joan and Sharon for their invaluable help. As it would not be possible to thank everybody individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our gratitude and appreciation to all. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Millstreet Parish Newsletter Sunday 9th August 2020

 NEWSLETTER
BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
EIGHteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – 9TH aUGUST, 2020
Canon John Fitzgerald P.P.
Tel Nos. Millstreet 029-70043/Mobile 087-7752948
Email:  millstreet @dioceseofkerry.ie    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:  

RECENT DEATHS: Niall Buckley, Keale;  Niamh McSweeney, Flintfield & Killarney. 

Mass Intentions this Weekend

Saturday 8th August:

Millstreet Vigil 6.30 p.m. Hannah & Charles Barry, Murphy’s Terrace

Sunday 9th August: 

Ballydaly   9.00 a.m. The deceased members of the McCarthy families, Coolinarne & Boherbue    

Cullen      10.15 a.m.             Helena Herlihy, Knockane  

Millstreet 11.30 a.m.   John, Anthony, Hannah & Con Dennehy,

Murphy’s Terrace.       

Anniversaries:       Kate O’Driscoll, The Square; Rita Hickey, West End; Mary Todd, Canon O’Donovan Centre; Willie C & Babe Han O’Riordan, Mill Lane; J. D. Murphy, Inchileagh;  Hugh Kelleher, Killowen; Mary & Michael Buckley, Aubane; Noel & Nelius McSweeney, Cloghoulamore;  Fr. Dermot Nash; Moira Dineen, Cahirbarnagh; Eileen & Frank Ryan, Cork; Joan McSweeney, Rathduane & Killarney;  Dan & Julia O’Donoghue, Ballineen; Maurice & Mary O’Donoghue, Coventry & Cahirbarnagh; Monica O’Connor, Scartaglen; Dan & Julia Twomey, Kilcorney. [read more …] “Millstreet Parish Newsletter Sunday 9th August 2020”

Millstreet Parish Newsletter Sunday 12th July 2020

PARISH NEWSLETTER
BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Canon John Fitzgerald P.P.
Tel Nos. Millstreet 029-70043/Mobile 087-7752948
PARISH OFFICE OPENING HOURS:
MONDAY-TUESDAY- WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY
10.00a.m.-1.00p.m. & 2.00p.m.-5.00p.m.
millstreet @dioceseofkerry.ie   www.dioceseof kerry.ie 

Mass Intentions this Weekend:

Saturday 11th July:  

Millstreet Vigil 6.30 p.m. Jer & Han O’Leary, Toorbonia and their son Neile  

Sunday 12th July:

Ballydaly   9.00 a.m. Margaret & the deceased members of the

Buckley family, Toorbonia                    

Cullen      10.15 a.m.    Bridget Hickey, Mologhroe

Val & Katie O’Leary

Matty O’Leary, Milleen              

Millstreet 11.30 a.m.   Michael & Judy O’Riordan, Kippagh and their  

son Stephen.

John & the deceased members of the Ring family, Eagloune    

 Anniversaries:      Patsy Tarrant, Coole; Theresa Murphy, Minor Row; Billy O’Shea, Minor Row; Breda Hickey, Claraghatlea; Mary Kiely, Liscahane; Bonnie Morley, Lislehane; Margaret Casey, San Francisco; Nora Twomey, Kilcorney; Joan Fitzpatrick, Dromahoe & Canon O’Donovan Centre.                                  

Mass Intentions for next weekend:

Saturday 18th July:

Millstreet   6.30 p.m.     Séamus O’Sullivan, Rathduane  

Sunday 19th July:

Ballydaly    9.00 a.m. Bridget & John O’Leary, Gortavehy

Connie McSweeney, Gortavehy

Cullen       10.15a.m. Mary & Jimmy Walsh, Knocknageeha

Millstreet 11.30 a.m.   Anne Keane, Pound Hill   

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

Mass on Monday (13th) for People of the Parish at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Tuesday (14th) for Private Intention at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Wednesday (15th) for Fr. Sean Fagan S.M., Mullingar & Dublin; Nora Kelleher, Kilmeedy at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Thursday (16th) for Private Intention at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Friday (17th) for Patsy Tarrant, Coole at 7.30p.m.

Mass on Saturday (18th) for Tessie McAuliffe, Murphy’s Terrace and Sheila O’Connell, Murphy’s Terrace (both recently deceased) at 10.30a.m.

CULLEN CHURCH:

Mass on next Thursday (16th) at 7.30p.m. for Marian Finnerty, Castleknock & Knocknageeha. [read more …] “Millstreet Parish Newsletter Sunday 12th July 2020”

Cullen Connection with the late Kobe Bryant’s Basketball Career

We thank Gillian O’Sullivan for sharing this most interesting Cullen connection and for alerting us to a recent article which is entitled:

Kobe Bryant: Yonkers police lieutenant played him in high school, recalls ‘fierceness in his eyes’

Kenny Lacey is that Policeman now a member of the NYPD.   We share the newspaper feature below.

The tall young man shaking hands with Kobe Bryant is Kenny Lacey whose mother Mairéad O’Sullivan – daughter of the late Tim and Alice O’Sullivan – is a native of Cullen. Tap on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

[read more …] “Cullen Connection with the late Kobe Bryant’s Basketball Career”

Professor Bernard O’Donoghue Conferred with Honorary Doctorate

At a special ceremony in Dublin’s College of Physicians Professor Bernard O’Donoghue of Oxford and Cullen was recently conferred with an Honorary Doctorate. We congratulate Dr. Bernard on this highly prestigious honour accorded to the Poet Supreme from the Barony of Duhallow. Also present from left – Pat McCarron of Bandon (who made the photo available to us), Heather O’Donoghue and Pádraig McCarron.

[read more …] “Professor Bernard O’Donoghue Conferred with Honorary Doctorate”

Magnificent Diamond Jubilee of Timmy Joe & Brenda

Where would one experience such a royal welcome, an uplifting celebration of Mass which included the wonderful singing of Annmarie O’Riordan and musical Friends, three more traditional musicians during the drinks reception, a glorious banquet in an exquisite setting where Guests were entertained by two Magicians during their meal, surprise musical Guests Sharon Shannon and Friends (including Macroom’s Jim Murray, Jnr.) introduced on stage, a performance by five times world champion Dancer David Geaney from Dingle and finally Nathan Carter & his Superb Band?    All this and much more took place at The Europe Hotel in beautiful Killarney on Saturday evening (29th June 2019) organised by Family to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of the Marriage of Timmy Joe and Brenda O’Sullivan of Cullen whose wedding took place in 1959

 It was a true privilege to witness such a magnificent occasion and we extend sincere thanks to Brenda and Timmy Joe for permitting us to share a selection of images of the many pictures recorded on the occasion.   Heartfelt congratulations to the Happy Couple Brenda and Timmy Joe and every Blessing in the future.  Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.) [read more …] “Magnificent Diamond Jubilee of Timmy Joe & Brenda”

Cullen Feis This Sunday 9th June 2019

Recalling a Cullen Feis of recent years 2013:  A superb atmosphere as always at Cullen Feis today blessed with magnificent weather and an inspiring volunteering spirit. Many of our Breton visitors attended the annual celebration of our rich heritage. The summer style was splendid and the children thoroughly enjoyed the great event. Here we share just some of the many images of a treasured event.  Click on the pictures to enlarge.  (S.R.) CULLEN FEIS: Feis Laitiarain Sunday on 9th June 2019. Competitions at 12 noon (ceol, amhránaíocht, teangan). Sports at 3 p.m.  Always a very special day where our Irish Culture is wonderfully presented in a richly uplifting traditional manner.  (S.R.)

Prestigious Grand Marshal 2019 Role in New York for Neil O’Sullivan Who Has Cullen Connections

We thank Annabelle O’Sullivan for sharing this uplifting and very interesting article with us. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
Neil is nephew of the late Con O’Sullivan of Lyreaoune, Cullen and his truly important role in this year’s New York and Staten Island St. Patrick’s Day Parades is highly prestigious.
His father, Tim O’Sullivan (Corney) came from Lyreaoune, Cullen, and his mother, Katherine Murphy’s  people came from Knocknashinnagh , Cullen.   And, in addition, both father and son shared the same very special honour.   We extend sincere congratulations on such a tremendous honour.

Death Notice: Jerry O’Donoghue, Cullen

The death has occurred of Jerry O’Donoghue, Cullen, Co. Cork.

Passed away peacefully at his residence following a short illness bravely borne. Deeply regretted by his wife Joan, his daughter Cathy, brother Anthony, in-laws, relatives and friends.

Lying in Repose at Tarrants Funeral Home, Millstreet on Thursday evening from 6pm to 8pm, followed by removal to the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Cullen. Requiem Mass on Friday at 12 noon, burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to the Oncology unit CUH.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. [RIP [read more …] “Death Notice: Jerry O’Donoghue, Cullen”

Ciarán O’Sullivan for Ireland Superbly Impresses in European Soccer – Two Caps

 Sincere thanks to Cullen’s Ciarán O’Sullivan’s mother, Maria and also to Millstreet Community School Principal, Pól Ó Síodhcháin for the following updates (received this evening – Sunday, 3rd Feb. 2019) and images of how very impressively Ciarán has been playing in Europe.  Writes Maria from Europe:    “Ire v Spain  1-1 lost in penalties. Ire v Holland 2-2 lost on penalties started in the match and stood with team line out for national anthem . Third game came on at 40 mins and played great 3-0 win against Hungary. Fai.ie for all factual information.” 

“A great tournament!!!!! If you look at fai.ie and Twitter all the latest  news.   Ciarán got two caps and played great … delightedMaria”

Superbly Talented Ciarán with his delighted Grandparents.  Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R)

Sincere Congratulations to Ciarán on such wonderful success.

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Retirement Reception for Hannah Kelleher in Cullen

We’re presently preparing a full feature on the special Mass and wonderful Reception for Hannah Kelleher who after fourteen years of dedication is retiring  from Cullen N.S. where she has been Principal since 2004.  We wish Hannah every happiness in her richly deserved retirement as she embarks on a new phase in life.   Lots more pictures to follow in coming days.  Click on the image below to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Retiring Principal, Hannah Kelleher (standing with bouquet on extreme left) pictured with members of her Family at the special reception in Cullen Community Centre following Mass in Cullen Church on Friday, 19th Oct. 2018.

“Radio Treasures” Visits Cullen Vintage Event 2018 & Meets Christy Costello

On this evening’s “Radio Treasures” we visit the recent Cullen Vintage Event 2018 where we recorded a truly interesting interview with Christy Costello from the Listowel area of Kerry.   This we shall broadcast at 10pm on Cork Music Station.  We also feature lots of uplifting songs, music and musings.   And we report on our recent Museum Collection, on recent Visitors to our area, on Show preparations and we review our Listeners’ messages, texts and emails.  Feel most welcome to make contact with us on our Seán Radley Facebook chatline, our text line on 086 825 0074 or our email communication on millstreetmuseum @eircom.net  .  We share below images of our recent visit to Cullen Vintage Event.  Happy listening!  Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Interviewing Christy Costello of North Kerry at Cullen Vintage Event in July 2018.

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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.)

Remembering the late Pat Lacey of Yonkers, New York & Millstreet

The late Pat Lacey is pictured second from left. We thank Mary O’Sullivan of Meenskehy for this special notice. (S.R.)

The death occurred recently of Pat Lacey, Yonkers, New York and formerly of 21 Murphy’s Tce, Millstreet.  He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Mairéad nee O’Sullivan, Lisnaboy, Cullen, his sons Billy, Timmy & Kenny, daughters-in-law, Allison, Christine & Sarah & doted grand children, his sister Kathleen, the O’Sullivan family, kind neighbours and friends.

There will be a Month’s Mind Mass in the Church of the Nativity, Cullen on Monday March 6th  @ 7.30pm.

Celebrating Paddy Mahony’s 97th Birthday in Cullen

Cullen Community Centre 45 Drive celebrate the 97th birthday of a dear and wonderful friend Paddy Mahony.  And doesn’t he look so very  well!   A very Happy Birthday,  Paddy.  We thank William Fitzgerald for the truly uplifting photograph of the special occasion.  (S.R.)

Click on the image to enlarge.

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Pádraig Ó hIceadha Plaque To Be Unveiled This Saturday at 8pm in Cullen

A Pádraig Ó hIceadha Plaque will be unveiled at Cullen Community Centre this Saturday evening at 8 in Cullen.  Renowned Poet, Bernard O’Donoghue of Cullen & Oxford will perform the unveiling to honour this superb gentleman – Pádraig – whose great love of Cuilinn Uí Chaoimh and the promotion of true Irish Culture and Heritage was universally recognised.  Everyone is very welcome to this historic unveiling this Saturday, 23rd July 2016 at 8pm in Cullen.  We thank Brenda O’Sullivan for alerting us to this very important occasion.  (S.R.)

The very first Daonscoil na Mumhan in Ring, Co. Waterford. Pádraig is seated in front on extreme right. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
The very first Daonscoil na Mumhan in Ring, Co. Waterford in 1953. Pádraig is seated in front on extreme right. Click on the images to enlarge (S.R.)
Pádraig is seen directly behind the 1994 Poster.
Pádraig is seen directly behind the 1994 Poster.

Bio: Ó hICEADHA, Pádraig (1920–1999)

Comhartha ar a spéis san fheirmeoireacht is ea gur shiúil sé go Baile Átha Cliath in Eanáir 1967 chun tacú le feachtas mór chearta na bhfeirmeoirí. Bhí sé bainteach le Conradh na Gaeilge go hóg ina shaol agus dhéanadh mórchuid oibre i gCuilinn; ainmneacha Gaeilge ar shiopaí, fógraí agus comharthaí Gaeilge, cúrsaí Gaeilge, Feis Laitiarain, an iris Seanchas Dúthalla, sraitheanna léachtaí.