Death Notice: Con Rahily, formerly of Ballydaly

The death has occurred of Cornelius (Con) RAHILLY
Gardiners Hill, Cork City, Cork / Rathmore, Kerry

RAHILLY (Cork) on December 10th 2016, peacefully, at Marymount University Hospital and Hospice, in the presence of his loving wife and family, CORNELIUS (CON), Gardiners Hill (formerly of Cathedral Road and late Harrington’s Paints). Beloved husband of Nora (nee Casey) (formerly of Ballydaly, Rathmore). Sadly missed by his loving wife, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends.

Reposing at O’Connor Bros. Funeral Home, North Gate Bridge. Removal on Monday at 7:00pm to the Church of The Ascension, Gurranabraher. Requiem Mass on Tuesday at 12:00noon. Funeral afterwards to St. Michael’s Cemetery, Blackrock. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Marymount. Requiescat in pace.

Parish Newsletter – 11th December 2016

PARISH NEWSLETTER BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Third Sunday of Advent – 11th December, 2016
Canon John Fitzgerald P.P. Tel Nos. Millstreet 029-70043/Mobile 087-7752948 Email: <email> dioceseofkerry.ie
PARISH OFFICE OPENING FLOURS: 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, and for those for whom masses will be offered during the week:

RECENT DEATHS: Margaret Cronin, Rathmore and Lisnaboy

Mass Intentions this Weekend:
Saturday 10th, Millstreet Vigil 6.30 p.m. Denis & Kitty O’Sullivan, Rathduane
Sunday 11th, Ballydaly 9.00 a.m. Pat, Margaret ,& Dan O’Connor, Ballydaly Lower
Cullen 10.15 a.m. Jerome, Rita & Nicholas O’Connell, Lissaniska Millstreet
Millstreet 11.30 a.m. Tom Cronin, Coolinarne

ANNIVERSARIES: Con, Hannah & John Buckley, Mushera & Church Street, Pat Buicke, Murphy’s Tce, Nom Murphy, Killarney Road, Daniel O’Connell, West End, Bobby Cronin, The Rectory, Angela Cronin, Willowbrook, Michael O’Riordan, Tullig, Maurice Fitzgerald, Cloghoulamore, Con Buckley, Dooneen, Pat O’Connell, Tullig, Peg Murphy, Lisnaboy, John & Elizabeth Cahill, Coolikerane, Jack Murphy, Caherdowney, Theresa Flynn-Clarke, Wexford

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Commemorating the Mushera Company of 1916

Mushera Company Commemoration Committee

will unveil a plaque

at 5pm, on Sunday the 18th of December
at Aubane School

to commemorate the fifteen members of the Mushera Company
who marched to Millstreet on Easter Monday, 1916.

Unveiling by Tom Meaney.
Speakers: Jack Lane & Dan Joe O’Keeffe.

Contributions welcome.

Contact:
John Sheehan (Aubane) – Chairman
Noreen Kelleher (Aubane Cross) – Secretary
Michael O’Riordan (Tullig) -Treasurer

Society of Vincent de Paul Annual Church Gate Collections This Weekend

Society of Vidncent de Paul Annual Appeal 2014 Church Gate Collections in Ballydaly, Cullen, Derrinagree, Dromagh, Kilcorney and Millstreet this coming weekend - Sat. 13th/Sun. 14th Dec. 2014. All Monies Collected are used Locally. We thank the Millstreet Conference of Vincent de Paul for this notice. (S.R.)
Society of Vincent de Paul Annual Appeal 2016 Church Gate Collections in Ballydaly, Cullen, Derrinagree, Dromagh, Kilcorney and Millstreet this coming weekend – Sat. 10th/Sun. 11th Dec. 2016.  All Monies Collected are used Locally. This weekend represents the national appeal for SVP. We thank the Millstreet Conference of Vincent de Paul for this notice.    (S.R.)

Kelleher / Sweeney from Aubane

Greetings from the USA. My mothers family came from Millstreet. This is the info I have: Patrick D. Kelleher born in the Aubane section of Millstreet, County Cork, Ireland on 3-15-1851. He was the son of Daniel and Mary (Sweeney) Kelleher. He came to the USA about 1871, bringing with him his sister’s youngest daughter. He settled first at Factory Hollow in Greenfield, Massachusetts, USA living there with his sister Mrs. Mary Daley. He was at marriage a farmer living in Greenfield aged 28.

I have been over to Ireland the last three years in a row. I brought my mother the last 2 trips, one of which we did take a short trip to Millstreet to look at gravestones. Could not find a Kelleher headstone anywhere……..poor attempt at humor! So many Kellehers and Sweeneys that I could never sort it out. I will be making a trip again in 2017. Any connections on distant relatives would be appreciated.

Thank you, Larry Bruffee

United Nations International Day of People with Disabilities – Focus of John Greene’s “Where the Road Takes Me” on C103 This Sunday at 7pm

We thank Presenter John Greene for the following advance notice:

Simple, everyday tasks like going to a shop, bank or post office, crossing a street or making your way along a busy footpath, can at times be a nightmare for a person with a physical disability.

To mark United Nations International day of people with disabilities, Clonakilty Access Group and the Cope Foundation have invited regular wheelchair users, but especially able bodies people to take a wheelchair journey through the streets of the West Cork town. Their hope is that ‘May a while in a wheelchair transform your views’.

In this week’s edition of ‘Where The Road Takes Me’, John Greene joins all concerned to witness the event and discover the results.

Able bodied people tell us that the challenge was a complete eye-opener, while regular wheelchair users found that the challenge came with the usual obstacles found in any town.

Monsignor Aidan O’Driscoll talks about work already carried out in the local church to make it wheelchair friendly.

Launching the event, Mayor of Clonakilty Anthony McDermott tells us that although his office does not have statutuory powers, he will be doing all he can to bring the results of the challenge to the relevant authorities.

And……….. [read more …] “United Nations International Day of People with Disabilities – Focus of John Greene’s “Where the Road Takes Me” on C103 This Sunday at 7pm”

Saluting Dr.T.K. Whitaker at 100 in Millstreet Country Park

We thank Donie Howard for alerting us to this important birthday which took place on 8th Dec. 2016. Dr. T.J. Whitaker is included in the splendid Historic Trail in Millstreet Country Park. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
We thank Donie Howard for alerting us to this important 100th birthday which took place on 8th Dec. 2016.  Dr. T.K. Whitaker is included in the splendid Historic Trail which Jerry Sheehan established at Millstreet Country Park. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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It Has Been A While Since I Walked By Finnow

It has been a while since i walked by Finnow
And in a rushy field heard the soft lowing of a cow
After sundown in the twilight of the day
In the prime of the Spring on an evening in May

It has been a while near the Town of Millstreet
That i walked in the field where the waterways meet
And heard dark brown water bird dipper with breast white as snow
Singing his scratchy song where the river rapids did flow

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Annual Christmas Morning Climb of Mushera Mountain

Annual Christmas Morning Climb of Mushera takes place on Christmas Day Morning Sunday 25 December at 10.30 am. This year the proceeds go to Reach Out Cancer Support Group. The fund is open now if you would like donate you can give this to myself John F Kelleher Aubane Social Club or any member of the Reach Out Cancer Support Group. Please support this great group as there will be a bucket collection on the morning of the climb.  We thank John F. Kelleher for the notice and splendid photo of a snow clad Mushera Mountain  Click on the image to enlarge.  (S.R.)mushera-snow-jf-kelleher-1000

Dromtariffe Parents & Friends of COPE Foundation Present Cheque

John Clifford, Head of Fundraising, COPE Foundation, Cork attended a special gathering in Dromtariffe Community Hall last week to accept a most impressive cheque for COPE Foundation from the Dromtariffe Parents and Friends of COPE Foundation.   John expressed his sincere thanks on behalf of the Foundation.   Loreen Fitzpatrick, Annmarie Murphy and other Committee Members presented the cheque while later a special tree was presented to Christy Lucey marking an amazing 40 years supporting the Foundation.   We sincerely thank Photographer supreme – Denis O’Leary of Dromtariffe for sharing the five excellent images below.   Click on the pictures to enlarge.  (S.R.)1dromtariffe-cope-cheque-2016-1000 2dromtariffe-cope-cheque-2016-1000 3dromtariffe-cope-cheque-2016-1000 4dromtariffe-cope-cheque-2016-1000 5dromtariffe-cope-cheque-2016-1000

Podcast From This Week’s “Radio Treasures” – Relating the Story of Bridget

Audio Podcasts are quite rare on our Millstreet Website … So it’s quite a milestone to upload this ten minute sequence from this week’s “Radio Treasures” 10pm Interview where we learn about the story of Bridget for whom the Coffee Afternoon recently took place in Ballinhassig.  The two ladies interviewed are Joan (2nd from left in picture) and Margaret (8th from left).   A million thanks to website coordinator supreme – Michael for uploading our audio podcast   (S.R.)

Jerry Presents Superb Local Craft Works to Millstreet Museum

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Jerry Lehane presents two superb works of art to Millstreet Museum. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Jerry Lehane presents two superb works of art to Millstreet Museum.   Jerry created the Green Glens and the National Dairy Show features in his home at Ballydaly.   Over the years he has kindly made available to our local Museum some of the most interesting historic items.  We extend our sincere thanks to Jerry who consistently promotes his native Millstreet.  Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

Millstreet Community Text Alert Meeting & Important Information

Millstreet Community Text Alert is now accepting applications from those who wish to renew or join the Text Alert System for 2017.

Application forms can be collected & returned to Wordsworth Bookshop, Millstreet & to Guerin’s Shop, Ballydaly.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday December 20th 2016.

Muintir na Tíre has launched a Crime Prevention Programme using a personal property register logbook (pictured with Joseph Lawler below) to record all details of equipment. It encourages householders to write down the make, model, and serial number of valuable possessions so that they can be reclaimed if recovered by the Gardai. Its purpose is to reduce theft and facilitate recovery.

The cost per booklet is €5 and booklets are available from Joseph 0872823646, Pat 0872435855 & Marie 0872802529  We thank Marie Twomey for these important notices and below we share three images from the recent very interesting meeting at the Wallis Arms Hotel.  Click on the images below to enlarge.  (S.R.)

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“Radio Treasures” Visits Ballinhassig & UCC – Tonight on C.M.S. from 9:30 to 11:00…Lots of Musical Favourites & Musings Plus Local News

Our 10pm Interview tonight visits the recent Coffee Morning/Afternoon at Ballinhassig where we chat with Joan, Margaret and Barry about such a praiseworthy project in Africa. (S.R.)
Our 10pm Interview tonight visits the recent Coffee Morning/Afternoon at Ballinhassig where we chat with Joan, Margaret and Barry about such a praiseworthy project in Africa. (S.R.)

Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.) To access the programme please tune into www.corkmusicstation.com 

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We join the RTAI Camera Group at UCC.
We join the RTAI Camera Group at UCC.

 

We view the famous Coca Cola Santa Lorry in Mahon.
We view the famous Coca Cola Santa Lorry in Mahon.


14radio-treasures-6th-dec-2016-1000And we share some more images below… To enlarge the pictures please click: [read more …] ““Radio Treasures” Visits Ballinhassig & UCC – Tonight on C.M.S. from 9:30 to 11:00…Lots of Musical Favourites & Musings Plus Local News”

Penny Dinners Xmas 2016

We are doing a food collection in aid of Penny Dinners again this year. Guys & Dolls Hair Salon and Coleman’s Centra have very kindly agreed to facilitate our collection again and donation boxes are in place in their premises.

Cork Penny Dinners - logoThe aim of Cork Penny Dinners is to give everyone who calls to their Centre a hot nourishing midday meal. In addition, clients get sandwiches and fruit to take away as an evening meal. Penny Dinners is open 7 days a week all year, including Christmas Day.

Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Any local businesses wishing to donate or get involved can contact 087 6886725.

Anna, Stephen & Aida Costello.

ITEMS NEEDED: Tinned Foods, Orange Squash, Easi-singles Cheese, Sugar, Coffee, Tea, Biscuits, Salt, Tea Towels, Cleaning Products.

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Eily’a Report – 6th December

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Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to my weekly Report.

A very important meeting was held at the Wallis arms Hotel on last Tuesday night. Organised by the Community Council the meeting was called to renew the Text Alert System in the area. Three members of the Garda Siocana attended and addressed the meeting. Local Garda Paul Lynch gave a detailed account of  their work in the Millstreet area, first commenting  on how good the town looked to the visitor and praised the Community for the manner in which they take care of their town. He also said that Millstreet stands out as a place almost free of crime and bad behaviour. He went on to advise the meeting on the importance of having details of all their property. So that if stolen it can be returned to its owner. They have by  large stocks of goods which were recovered in many parts of the country but due to lack of identity, they cannot be reclaimed by the rightful owners.

Garda Inspector Brian Murphy, spoke and said that the Garda Siocana need the help of the community to carry out their work, and asked people to let them know if they see or experienced anything suspicious. Community Garda Johnnie Crowley, went on to advice the public on all aspects of security and gave out numbers to contact in case of emergency. But the best number to ring is 999, a number that is answered every time.

Everybody  paid €10 and signed up again  to Text Alert System, for the coming year. Before the meeting closed  there was time for  informal chat with the three Garda which plays a big part in breaking down the barriers.

A fundraising Coffee morning was held in the Garda Station a few weeks ago, and raised €1,500 for the Hospice.

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Cheque Presentation to Carriganima Area Rural Transport (C.A.R.T.)

Presentation of impressive cheque by Millstreet Vintage Club to C.A.R.T. at Carriganima on Sunday, 4th Dec. 2016. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Presentation of impressive cheque by Millstreet Vintage Club to C.A.R.T. at Carriganima on Sunday, 4th Dec. 2016. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Jerry O'Riordan of Carriganima pictured at the Welcome Sign in the Village.
Jerry O’Riordan of Carriganima pictured at the Welcome Sign in the Village.
Special Cake for Ryan Tarrant (not in our photo) for having splendidly coordinated the fundraising Tractor Event for C.A.R.T. in the Summer of 2016.
Special Cake for Ryan Tarrant (not in our photo) for having splendidly coordinated the fundraising Tractor Event for C.A.R.T. in the Summer of 2016.

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CULLEN and DISTRICT SPECIAL NEEDS ASSOCIATION

CULLEN and DISTRICT SPECIAL NEEDS ASSOCIATION

Our 36 th Annual Christmas Mass and Party took place on Saturday last,Dec.3rd  in Cullen Community Centre..    Weather conditions were perfect and a large number of our special friends attended with their families, friends or carers attended, from afar as Mallow and Kanturk to Newmarket, Millstreet  and Gneeveguilla.

Mass was celebrated by Canon Jack Fitzgerald, and the local Choir added to the celebration with appropriate Christmas hymns and carols. Good food, music and dancing kick-started the festive season for all present, whose energy and enthusiasm could put many to shame. Our DJ Andrew Lynch supplied some wonderful disco music and contributed in no small way to the success of the party. As usual each guest received a gift. Dr.Pat Casey had a busy evening as he made the presentations and he thanked everybody who helped to make the Party such a success.   A group of ladies from the Kanturk branch of the Red Cross, returned again this year offering hand massage and hail painting to all guests, and this was very much enjoyed and appreciated

Many thanks to all who came and supported the afternoon to make it such a success.

Cullen and District S.N.A. wish all their special friends, supporters and sponsors all the Joys and Blessings of Christmas with the best of health and happiness in the New Year

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RTÉ’s Miriam O’Callaghan Meets With Millstreet Ladies

A wonderfully enjoyable recent meeting with RTÉ's Miriam O'Callaghan with a great group of Millstreet Ladies. From left: Nickie Hickie, Katrina O'Mahony, Sinéad Murphy, Maureen Murphy, Aileen Hickie, Miriam O'Callaghan and Mary Hickie. We thank Tom Murphy, Tullig for sharing the splendid picture. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
A recent wonderfully enjoyable meeting with RTÉ’s Miriam O’Callaghan and a great group of Millstreet Ladies. From left: Nickie Hickie, Katrina O’Mahony, Sinéad Murphy, Maureen Murphy, Aileen Hickie, Miriam O’Callaghan and Mary Hickie. We thank Tom Murphy, Tullig for sharing the splendid picture. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

Local Quality Food Producer Group – Meeting in Kilcorney Tonight

Quality Food Producer Group.

A meeting to discuss establishing a local quality food producer group will be held

 

 At

 The Social Centre Kilcorney

 

 on Monday 5th December 2016

 

 at 7.30pm.

 

If you would be interested in selling your produce with a local brand name this meeting will be of interest.

 

Locally made handcrafts will also be welcome.

We thank Donie Howard for this notice.  (S.R.)

Death Notice: Kathleen Murphy, Islanbrack

Kathleen Murphy, Islandbrack, Boherbue, on Dec 4th in the loving care of Millstreet Community Hospital, beloved wife of the late Dermot, predeceased by her sister May and son Adrian. Sadly missed by her children Derry, Julie, Miriam, Fergus, Raphael, Damien and Benedict, daughters in law, sons in law, grandchildren, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. Reposing on Monday 5th Dec from 5.30 to 8pm in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Boherbue. Requiem Mass Tuesday at 2pm with burial afterwards to Cullen Cemetery.

Enquiries to Drews funeral directors 02976061