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Presentation of Cheque to Millstreet Town National Schools

Seán — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:10:47 +0000

Following the many activities organised throughout the past school year by Millstreet N.S. Parents’ Association a very impressive cheque for €4,000.00 to be divided equally between Millstreet B.N.S. and Presentation N.S. was officially handed over today at Scoil Mhuire, Millstreet B.N.S.. From left: Kate Twomey (Treasurer, Millstreet Parents’ Association), Frank O’Connor (Principal, Millstreet B.N.S.), Anne O’Sullivan (Chairperson), Joan O’Mahony (Principal, Presentation N.S.), Janice Sheehan (Secretary). Both Principals expressed sincere thanks for such much appreciated support. Click on image to enlarge. (S.R.)

New Pupils Attend Cloghoula N.S. Open Day

Seán — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:51:38 +0000

Hearing the school bell for the first time – some of the Junior Infant pupils who will be joining Cloghoula N.S. in September 2013 pictured here thoroughly enjoying their Open Day at the School on Tuesday, 18th June. (S.R.)

“Radio Treasures” on Cork Music Station this evening

Seán — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:56:51 +0000

“Radio Treasures” on Cork Music Station www.corkmusicstation.com this evening (Tuesday, 18th June) will focus this week on the World of the Tango. Programme begins at 9.45pm and ends at 11.15pm. (S.R.)

Silver medal for Padraig Moynihan

Hannelie — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:04:52 +0000

Padraig Moynihan, Flintfield, competed in the boys U14 Shot Putt in Templemore at the Munster Championship last Saturday.

Padraig threw himself into the silver medal position with a throw of 11.89 meters.

He is now looking forward to the All Ireland Championship on the 21st July in Tullamore.

Uplifting Jobs Boost for Cork

Seán — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:01:14 +0000

200 jobs for Mahon signals Cork’s role in making Ireland the internet capital of Europe – Collins

Fine Gael Cork North West Deputy, Áine Collins, has said the announcement of 200 highly skilled ICT jobs, which are to be created by EMC in Citygate, Mahon, signals the important role Cork is playing in building Ireland’s reputation as the internet capital of Europe.

�EMC has had a long and very successful history in Ireland, with the company now employing approximately 3,000 across the country. The company’s expansion will see fresh investment of €100 million being made and 200 additional jobs being created over the next two years at the company’s new offices in Citygate.

�EMC has already begun recruiting for the positions which include engineering, customer support, sales, finance, research and development and IT roles. The new facility is expected to be opened in August with the hope that all positions will be filled by the end of the year.

�The Government has been working diligently to create a favourable environment in which companies like EMC are able to expand and develop. Through the Action Plan for Jobs sectors, such as ICT, which have been identified as having significant growth potential have been targeted for job creation. I am delighted that this work is bearing fruit today in the form of 200 additional jobs for Cork.

�Ireland’s economy is in transition, moving from the failed old economies of the past which centred around construction and people buying and selling houses to one another to one that is focused on exports, innovation and enterprise. Cloud computing, Big Data and trusted IT is the future and we need to do everything we can to enhance the reputation Ireland has been building as a global internet hub and the internet capital of Europe.�As part of his Disruptive Reforms in the Action plan for Jobs, the Minister for Enterprise, Richard Bruton TD, recently announced a €1million investment in a research programme in data analytics, to take advantage of the fact that the Big Data industry is growing at up to 40% per annum. This is an area in which we aim to make Ireland a world leader. By aiming big, we will continue to attract new companies to Ireland and to give confidence to the ones already based here that Ireland is a good investment.

�I commend EMC on the contribution it is making to Cork and to Ireland as we rebuild our economy and position Ireland as a world leader in ICT. The company is also to be congratulated for 25 successful years spent in Ireland to date. I hope it is looking forward to many more.

Deputy Áine Collins Welcomes Road Funding for Cork

Seán — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:49:21 +0000

Road funding is good news for Cork drivers – Collins

Cork receives highest national allocation signalling sustained spending by local authority on upkeep of roads

Fine Gael Cork South West Deputy, Áine Collins, has welcomed the announcement of more than €6.5 million to be spent on the upkeep and repair of local and regional roads across the county. The announcement was made by the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Leo Varadkar TD, as part of an overall package of €50 million for roads nationally.

“As part of a €50 million expenditure allocation that has been approved by Government for the repair, upkeep and maintenance of local and regional roads across the country, Cork County Council has been allocated €5,818,342, with the City Council being awarded €759,304.

“This total of €6,577,646 is the largest amount allocated to any county, reflecting the size of Cork and the sustained focus that the local authorities have kept on maintaining good quality roads.

“Local authorities are the bodies responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of our regional and local roads and the allocation to each local authority reflects, in part, the record of each local authority in respect of funding repairs from their own resources. Many local authorities have been under financial pressure in recent years, however, it is crucial that the eye is not taken off the ball and the money continues to be provided to ensure our potholes are filled and our roads remain safe.

“When considering allocation for next year, the proportion of how much each local authority spends of their discretionary income on their regional and local roads network will be taken into account so I would encourage Cork City and County Council to maintain a reasonable level of spending of their own resources on our roads to ensure that the county does not lose out.

“The €6.5 million that has been allocated today must be spent by the Local Authorities this year. It is hoped that the funds will be used for surface restoration works, however, if there are particular safety schemes that the Council feels need to be addressed an application can be made to the Department of Transport for a portion of funds to be used on that basis.

“I am delighted that such a significant amount of money has been awarded to Cork and I look forward to seeing the impact these funds have on our local and regional roads.”

Millstreet Tidy Towns

Hannelie — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:43:02 +0000

Millstreet National School children getting ready to tidy up the town.

pictures – Michelle O’Keeffe

Noreen Dennehy showing us how it is done.

Taking a break in between the rain showers.

Recent Mass at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet Very Well Attended

Seán — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 22:10:31 +0000

Blessed with excellent weather the recent celebration of the annual Mass at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet was very well attended. Millstreet Pipe Band played at intervals during the ceremony. People travelled from quite a distance for the Mass which was celebrated by Canon John Ftizgerald, P.P. and Fr. Seán Tucker. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

Paudie Adds His Annual Superb Floral Colour to Millstreet’s Summer

Seán — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:24:53 +0000

Kiskeam’s Tom Dennehy compliments Millstreet’s Paudie Healy on his annual splendid feature of colourful floral displays at Presentation N.S., Millstreet. (S.R.)

Bruach na Carraige Extension Official Opening in Rockchapel on 24th June

Seán — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 14:14:41 +0000

The newly completed extension to the Bruach Na Carraige Centre will be officially opened by Mr. Jimmy Deenihan TD Minister for Arts, Culture and Gaeltacht on Monday 24th June at 8pm.

The new extension includes a new stage complete with all fittings as well as the whole building being upgraded to all the latest fire regulations, as well as new chairs and some tiered seating. The Minister will also launch the Bruach Na Carraige Summer programme of Our Seisiún, Summer School and Summer Camp
All are welcome to this launch and opening.

(We thank Jack Roche for this important notice – S.R.)