Sincere congratulations to the superb St. John’s GAA Football Team of Aubane and beyond on their magnificent victory in the Final at Páirc Uí Rinn in Cork on Sunday afternoon, 21st July 2019 against Ballyphehane (2:9 to 1:5). Led by Millstreet Gardaí and Millstreet Pipe Band the victorious Team and Supporters paraded from Macroom Road to The Bridge, Millstreet on Sunday at 8pm.
Here we share some 21 images from the truly uplifting and cheerful occasion. Click on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.) 
[read more …] “St. John’s Wonderful Victory Parade on Sunday Evening”
Category: News
News and happenings from in and around Millstreet
“Where the Road Takes Me” C103 This Sunday at 7pm
We thank Presenter John Greene for providing advance information on this evening’s programme – 21st July 2019. (S.R.)
On this week’s edition of ‘Where the road takes me’, John Greene begins a two part programme entitled ‘The Light-keeper’s daughter, and the story of U260.
Our story centres around the scuttling of a German submarine, three miles south of Glandore in 1945, and the arrest of all crew aboard her.
The events are seen through the eyes of Mary Glanville, now Mary mcCarthy a twelve year old schoolgirl on the Galley Head lighthouse at the time.
Although this submarine was on its ninth patrol when it reached West Cork waters, it had seen very little if any action.
So what exactly was it doing during these patrols, and what reason did the crew have for sinking this vessel of war. And why has the Captain’s logbook been resealed, and not to be re-opened until the year 2045.
In both programmes we look at the two main theories for her sinking, but can only speculate as to what she was doing in the area on that date.
Both programmes also offer an unique insight into what life was like for rural people during World War 11. [read more …] ““Where the Road Takes Me” C103 This Sunday at 7pm”
Museum Pictorial Archives Aubane 2000
Delving into Millstreet Museum Archives for the year 2000 we focus on Aubane where we recall special presentations to Boxer Supreme Seán Barrett having won a national title among many other achievements. We also look back on the annual Christmas Party in Aubane in 2000. We thank Myra who over a period of three years digitalised so many of our prints so that we could share online. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
[read more …] “Museum Pictorial Archives Aubane 2000”
Remembering Brendan Grace on “Radio Treasures” Tonight 9:30 to 11:00
On “Radio Treasures” tonight we feature the songs and comedy of the wonderful late Brendan Grace.
Our 10pm chat tonight introduces Poet Ashley O’Neal and we also hear a song from Barry O’Halloran sung at a wedding. And we visit our audio archives for some very special gems. All this and much more tonight on Cork Music Station during which we listen to a wonderful selection of the hugely popular songs of Jim Reeves. Also in tonight’s “Radio Treasures” we include musings, music and songs galore. Listen to the magnificent music of many renowned Singers and Instrumentalists.
Feel most welcome to make contact by logging into our “Seán Radley” Facebook chat page or by texting. One may also email us on <millstreetmuseum@eircom.net> – Happy Listening! Click on the image to enlarge. Click here to tune into tonight’s Show. (S.R.)
[read more …] “Remembering Brendan Grace on “Radio Treasures” Tonight 9:30 to 11:00″
Eily’s Report – 16th July
Dia is Mhuire díobh go léir a chairde, and welcome to my report.
Following the parade the presenting of prizes to former winners was held at the podium outside the Wallis Arms Hotel, and then the real fun began when the visitors joined in with the locals, for food, drinks and music which set the precedent for the following five days. And ended with a gala banquet at the Green Glens on Saturday night. During the week they climbed our mountains, visited our beauty spots and shopped in the town. Many promising to come back .The International Mounted Games Championships, lived up to all that was expected of them from July 8th to 14th here in Millstreet. The opening parade through the town on Tuesday evening was a truly wonderful sight. Riders as young as twelve years of age and adults from 17 European countries on spirited ponies prancing through our streets each displaying the flags of the homelands and wearing many coloured outfits . They were led by our much admired pipe band. Public Safety was all important and the streets were lined on both sides with interlinked fencing. The crowds came in their hundreds and enjoyed the spectacle in brilliant sunshine. Our friendly Garda members on hand to see that all went well.
Con’s Superb Musical Presentation at Gramophone Circle
Con Kelleher of Cloghoulabeg, Millstreet (pictured on extreme left) presented a truly magnificent programme of music, song and poetry at Friday night’s Millstreet Gramophone Circle in Millstreet Day Care Centre. A special word of thanks also to Helen, Mary and Teresa for very kindly donating attractive prizes for our Draw. Next presentation is in September with details being announced later. Here we view just some of the large attendance at the very enjoyable occasion. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
“Where the Road Takes Me” This Sunday Evening at 7pm on C103
Many thanks to Presenter, John Greene for advance information regarding this evening’s programme on C103 (14th July 2019 – Bastille Day – so very special greetings to all our French Friends) – S.R.
In the early 1950’s residents of the Gaoire near Macroom were offered approximately forty pounds per acre under compulsory purchase of their land.
Compulsory purchase, when enforced, usually allows a public infrastructure to go ahead for the common good. In this instance, construction of the Lee Valley Hydro Electric Scheme was deemed to be for the common good. Electricity at the time was making its way slowly but surely into rural Ireland.
In the second programme on ‘Where the road takes me’, John Greene returns to what was once the village of Annahalla, before being flooded in 1954.
Now a statutory nature reserve and a walker’s paradise, the area was once home to many families, including a future Bishop of Cork and a college president.
[read more …] ““Where the Road Takes Me” This Sunday Evening at 7pm on C103″
Celebrating Twenty Wonderful Years of Pomeroy’s Clara Inn
On Saturday, 6th July 2019 a truly wonderful occasion celebrating twenty years in business of Pomeroy’s Clara Inn took place in the company of Family, Friends, Staff and Customers at Church Street, Millstreet. Superb music, a splendid birthday cake, an excellent address by Ursula Pomeroy, magnificent refreshments, great company and chat – all very much part of an historic night where everyone was accorded a royal welcome. Here we share some 42 images of a most enjoyable occasion when lots of happy memories were evoked. Sincere congratulations to Ursula and Family and continuing success in the years ahead. Click on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.)
[read more …] “Celebrating Twenty Wonderful Years of Pomeroy’s Clara Inn”
Knocknagree Achieves 2nd place in the Anti-Litter Challenge Group B in Cork County
Knocknagree Fairfield Tidy Towns
Sincere congratulations to Knocknagree on achieving 2nd place in the Anti-Litter Challenge Group B in Cork County. Tremendous credit is due to the wonderfully dedicated local group whose very impressive website is seen above. We thank Stephen O’Sullivan of Cork Co. Council for alerting us to this uplifting news regarding one of our very welcoming neighbouring villages. We encourage you to check out their Facebook Page indicated above. (S.R.)
[read more …] “Knocknagree Achieves 2nd place in the Anti-Litter Challenge Group B in Cork County”
Millstreet Gramophone Circle Meeting Friday at 8:15pm
Millstreet Gramophone Circle meets at Millstreet Day Care Centre on this Friday, 12th July 2019 at 8:15pm. Our Guest Presenter is Con Kelleher of Cloghoulabeg, Millstreet. All are very welcome. (S.R.)
“Radio Treasures” Features Famous Postcard Story and Shares Lots More – Cork Music Station Tonight from 9:30 to 10:00
Just back in time for programme after the truly magnificent European Mounted Games Opening Parade through Millstreet Town this Tuesday Evening. Hear all about it on our Show.
Our 10pm chat tonight introduces Memories of a very famous Postcard. And we visit our audio archives for some very special gems. All this and much more tonight on Cork Music Station during which we listen to a wonderful selection of the hugely popular songs of Jim Reeves. Also in tonight’s “Radio Treasures” we include musings, music and songs galore. Listen to the magnificent music of many renowned Singers and Instrumentalists. 
Feel most welcome to make contact by logging into our “Seán Radley” Facebook chat page or by texting. One may also email us on <millstreetmuseum@eircom.net> – Happy Listening! Click on the image to enlarge. Click here to tune into tonight’s Show. (S.R.)
Eily’s Report – 9th July
Dia is Mhuire díobh go léir a chairde, and welcome to my report.
Millstreet is on a high at the moment with all the lovely things that are happening. The annual Stretcher race was held on Sunday and it created much needed merriment and laughter. This year it was in aid of Luke O’Donoghue whom will represent Ireland in the World Fly Fishing Championships in Czechoslovakia. Starting out from the Bush Bar up to 10 stretchers took part. The variety of colour and regalia only went to prove the efforts that people will go to in the name of homegrown entertainment. The merriment went on and on after the race was over with the warm sunshine adding to the happy scene. Well done to all concerned.
But the best is still to come with the mighty International Mounted Games Championships rolling into the Green Glens from July 8th to 14th.
Death Notice: Dan Cronin Aunaskirtane and Brú na Sínsir, Rathmore, Co. Kerry
On July 7th 2019 peacefully in the gentle care of the staff of Killarney Nursing Home, Dan, aged 98. Predeceased by his wife Margaret. Sadly missed by his loving family, nieces, nephews, sister in law, brothers in law, relatives especially Con, neighbours and friends. R.I.P.
Reposing at O’Keeffe’s Funeral Home, Rathmore on this Monday eve. (July 8th)from 7pm to 9pm. Followed by removal to the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Shrone. Mass on Tuesday (July 9th) at 11.30am. Burial afterwards in Rathmore Cemetery. Ní bheidh a leithéid ann arís. [rip]
Dan Cronin was born in a cosy and homely thatched cottage in the wonderfully scenic townland of Aunaskirtane, Rathmore, Co. Kerry in the 1920s. He was educated in Shrone N.S. up to the age of fourteen. Dan had always maintained a keen interest in old tales and history. His superb narratives were penned from reality. Fireside tales of other days so gripped that he often felt he was present as the stories were occurring. It was a true privilege knowing the wonderful Dan and his late wife, Margaret. Dan had such a wonderful sense of humour and his consistent smile projected his sincere friendliness to All. Being a member of a very special Sliabh Luachra group which was formed to coordinate the most memorable Launch of one of Dan’s most famous and most popular books “In the Shadow of the Paps” at the “Two Mile Inn” Hotel in Killarney (now “The Torc” near Lissavigeen) it was such an honour being asked to take the photograph which appears on the cover of the world renowned book. And what a mighty day we all had visiting various locations in Sliabh Luachra to capture images for the book with Dan relating such great stories about each location as we travelled on a beautiful day in Summer. Dan and Margaret were always so very welcoming not only in Aunaskirtane but also in Rathmore. Dan has left a magnificent legacy in the world of literature and history. Thankfully, over the years Dan was recorded on television, radio and locally. What a hugely valuable treasure this is for many generations to come. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. (Seán Radley) [read more …] “Death Notice: Dan Cronin Aunaskirtane and Brú na Sínsir, Rathmore, Co. Kerry”
Millstreet Warmly Welcomes European Mounted Games 2019 Visitors
All shop owners/publicans or house owners in Millstreet Town are encouraged to decorate their windows with a country from the list:
| Denmark | England | France |
| Ireland | Italy | Northern Ireland |
| Wales | Scotland | Sweden |
We shall take pictures of the windows and the Community Council will sponsor a prize for the best window. Also colouring competition for national school aged children to colour a picture of a horse with once again specific country colours and these can be dropped into Niamh in Wordsworth by Monday and also a special appropriate prize for the winner..We need by Monday as we hope to create displays in the town for the week of the wonderful Mounted Games.
We thank Michelle O’Keeffe and Noel Buckley of Millstreet Community Council for these important suggestions. (S.R.)
European Mounted Games Championships 2019
The European Mounted Games Championships 2019 will be held at Millstreet Green Glens Equestrian Centre from July 8th – 14th. A Parade through Millstreet Town will be held on Tuesday July 9th at 7pm led by Millstreet Pipe Band followed by the Opening Ceremony in the Square. All are welcome. To check out full details of the week please log into https://imgaeuros2019.com/
“Where the Road Takes Me” on C103 at 7pm This Sunday
Sincere thanks to Presenter, John Greene for advance information on this week’s programme on Sunday 7th July 2019. (S.R.)
One man’s successful battle against compulsory purchase has been making news this week. But on Sunday’s edition of ‘Where the road takes me’, John Greene looks back at a time in Ireland when compulsory purchase was met with disgruntled acceptance.
In 1954 the Gaoire (Gwayrah) near Macroom was flooded to make way for the arrival of a little known commodity called electricity. While the project created hundreds of badly needed jobs, it also forced many people from their homes.
Now the area is a statutory nature reserve, and on this week’s programme, John walks through Annahala, and meets some of the people who once lived here, forming a closely knit community with their own shop and pub.
Dating back to the ice age, the Gaoire is the remains of the only Post Glacial Alluvial forest in Western Europe, with the potential to become a World heritage site. [read more …] ““Where the Road Takes Me” on C103 at 7pm This Sunday”
Death Notice: Margaret “Teresa” (O’Herlihy), Boston and Woodland Drive
MOYNIHAN, Margaret “Teresa” (O’Herlihy)– Of Somerville, Massachussetts, USA, formerly of Ballymountain Upton, County Cork, Ireland died on July 3, 2019.
Beloved wife of 50 years to Denis Moynihan. Loving mother of Patricia D. Gomes and her husband Michael of Arlington, VA, Dennis J. Moynihan and his wife Jennifer of Somerville. Dear sister of Patricia O’Herlihy of Arlington, VA and the late Derry O’Herlihy. Cherished granny of Maeve Gomes.
Funeral procession from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq) Somerville, Wednesday morning at 10:30am followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Ann Church, Somerville at 11:30am. Relatives and friends invited. Calling hours Tuesday 5-8pm. Interment at a later date County Cork, Ireland.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Teresa’s memory to the Irish Pastoral Centre, 15 Rita Road, Dorchester, MA 02124. [Legacy.com] [read more …] “Death Notice: Margaret “Teresa” (O’Herlihy), Boston and Woodland Drive”
“Radio Treasures” in Ballydesmond on CMS Tonight 9:30 to 11:00
Our 10pm interview tonight introduces us to William, Jim & Luke with Ita at presentation of Bumbleance Cheque in Ballydesmond. And we visit our audio archives for some very special gems. All this and much more tonight on Cork Music Station during which we listen to a wonderful selection of the hugely popular songs of Jim Reeves. Also in tonight’s “Radio Treasures” we include musings, music and songs galore. Listen to the magnificent music of Kevin McDermott of Wexford. 
Feel most welcome to make contact by logging into our “Seán Radley” Facebook chat page or by texting. One may also email us on millstreetmuseum @eircom.net – Happy Listening! Click on the images to enlarge. Click here to tune into tonight’s Show. (S.R.)
[read more …] ““Radio Treasures” in Ballydesmond on CMS Tonight 9:30 to 11:00″
Presentation of Credit Union Coffee Morning Cheque
[read more …] “Presentation of Credit Union Coffee Morning Cheque”
“Where the Road Take Me” on C103 Sunday at 7pm
We thank Presenter, John Greene for advance information re this Sunday’s programme – 30th June 2019. (S.R.)
Who in their right minds would consider going into business in the present economic and social climate? It’s a very valid question being asked regularly.
Insurance costs, rules and regulations, health and safety and changes in social habits, all add up to the many reasons why you should consider such a move very carefully.
This week on ‘Where the road takes me’, John Greene finds out if it was any easier or profitable to be in business – fifty, one hundred, even one hundred and fifty years ago.
We look at it from the perspective of a shopkeeper in the mid nineteenth century, a doctor in a remote rural area in the 1970s, and how one man inadvertently changed a publican’s fortunes for the better. [read more …] ““Where the Road Take Me” on C103 Sunday at 7pm”
Millstreet Library Closed 2nd to 9th July 2019
Next Gramophone Circle Presentation on Fri. 12th July 2019
Millstreet Gramophone Circle meeting next takes place in Millstreet Day Care Centre on Friday, 12th July 2019 at 8:15pm. Guest Presenter is Con Kelleher of Cloghoulabeg, Millstreet. All are very welcome. (S.R.)
Wonderful Wedding of Lisa & Gerard on 24th May 2019
Lisa Buckley of Liscahane, Millstreet & Gerard Keating Kearney of Ballingarry, Co. Limerick were married in St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet on Friday, 24th May 2019. The Celebrant was Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P.. The Reception took place at the Castleross Hotel, Killarney. One of the Bridesmaids was Claire Galvin of Millstreet. We thank the Happy Couple for permitting us to share a selection of images (29) from the magnificent occasion. Sincere congratulations to Lisa & Gerard and we wish every Blessing in the years ahead. Click on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.)
[read more …] “Wonderful Wedding of Lisa & Gerard on 24th May 2019”
Death Notice: John Cronin, London and Kilcorney
The death has occurred of John Cronin, London, and Kilcorney, Co. Cork.. Passed away suddenly at his residence, loving husband of the late Nora (new Walsh), Coolmona, Donoughmore, Cork, and brother of the late Patrick, Joseph and Connie and his sister Mary. Dear Father of Jacqueline and grandfather of Oliver and Emma. Deeply regretted by his brother Seamus and sisters Joan, Margaret, Eileen, Kathleen and Sheila (Flynn), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnephews and grandnieces, relatives and friends.
Requiem Mass this Friday (28th of June) in Killcorney Hall at 2pm followed by burial to St Lachteen’s Cemetery, Stuake. [RIP]
Norah Hickey & Tony Ford at The Bridge Bar Kilcorney on Sun. 30th June 2019
Drink Tea for MND at Supervalu – Fundraising Event Success
We raised €500 for the Drink Tea for MND, hosted @O’Keeffe’s Supervalu Millstreet on 21st June. A massive thank you to all who donated and helped out on the day. Regards…..Áine – O’Keeffe’s Supervalu Millstreet. 
Abina Karen O’Keeffe Memorial Night on Fri. 30th Aug. 2019
“Radio Treasures” Meets Declan and Michael at Bumbleance Event
Our 10pm interview tonight introduces us to Declan Ryan and to Michael Linehan at the recent Bumbleance event. And we visit our audio archives for some very special gems. All this and much more tonight on Cork Music Station during which we listen to a wonderful selection of the hugely popular songs of Jim Reeves. Also in tonight’s “Radio Treasures” we include musings, music and songs galore. Listen to the magnificent music of Kevin McDermott of Wexford. And we chat about the many happening illustrated below. Click on the images to enlarge.
Feel most welcome to make contact by logging into our “Seán Radley” Facebook chat page or by texting. One may also email us on <millstreetmuseum@eircom.net> – Happy Listening! Click on the image to enlarge. Click here to tune into tonight’s Show from 9:30 to 11:00pm. (S.R.)
[read more …] ““Radio Treasures” Meets Declan and Michael at Bumbleance Event”
Eily’s Report – 25th June
Dia is Mhuire díobh go léir a chairde, and welcome to my report.
The lashing rain all day on Sunday put paid to lots of well planned outdoor events. For the first time in many many years our Corpus Christi Procession had to be cancelled on Sunday. But to avoid disappointment, Canon John adopted Plan B. At the last minute and when he had finished the 11.30 Mass he dressed himself in the heavy brocade vestments and exposed the Blessed Sacrament for Benediction. The First Holy Communion Children who were dressed up for the procession through the town went in formation within the church led by Canon John carrying the Blessed Sacrament . The quick thinking of the organist & choir provided the customary hymns. Following the blessing our pastor recited the Blessed be God prayer and the choir brought the Benediction to an end with their rendering of Tantum Ergo. Everybody agreed that it was a beautiful inpromtu ceremony. Baoichas le Dia.
The Church Choir is now off for the Summer.
“Bumbleance” Leads Superb Vintage Run on Saturday Evening
Organised by William Fitzgerald and Millstreet Vintage Club Saturday evening’s Vintage Run (22nd June 2019)
in the Sliabh Luachra area in aid of “Bumbleance” which is a very special Ambulance for Children – was hugely successful. Following an address by Declan Ryan re the history and the role of the Bumbleance the Vintage Run left Millstreet just after 6:30pm Mass. Here we share some 23 images of the very special and praiseworthy occasion. Click on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.)
[read more …] ““Bumbleance” Leads Superb Vintage Run on Saturday Evening”
Remembering Philomena Lynott on “Where the Road Takes Me” This Sunday on C103 at 7pm
Sincere thanks to Presenter, John Greene, for advance information on this Sunday’s programme. (S.R.)
On Monday last, Philomena Lynott, mother of rock star Phil Lynott was laid to rest in Dublin.
A regular visitor to West Cork, she had featured on a number of editions of ‘Where the road takes me’.
On this week’s edition of the programme, John Greene looks back at a number of conversations he had with her.
Her early life was spent in what was then referred to as ‘A home for unmarried mothers’, where she was the victim of physical and mental cruelty.
The latter part was spent campaigning to have her son’s music and talent remembered, but his lifestyle avoided.
She speaks about her last few days with her rock star son, and being the last to know about the drug-abuse that killed him.
We hear from Trevor Thompson from Douglas Road in Cork, regarded by Philomena as her son’s biggest fan.
And………….. [read more …] “Remembering Philomena Lynott on “Where the Road Takes Me” This Sunday on C103 at 7pm”
