Magnificent Millstreet Commemoration on Easter Sunday 2016 at The Square

Tadhg Crowley lays the Easter Wreath on all our behalf honouring the heroes of 1916. Blessed with a blue sky and sunshine MC supreme, Jerry Lehane expressed his delight at the tremendous success of the occasion and extend sincere thanks to All especially Tom Meany who delivered the excellent keynote address. Click on the many images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Tadhg Crowley lays the Easter Wreath on all our behalf honouring the heroes of 1916. Blessed with a blue sky and sunshine MC supreme, Jerry Lehane expressed his delight at the tremendous success of the occasion and extended sincere thanks to All especially Tom Meaney who delivered the excellent keynote address. Click on the many images to enlarge. (S.R.)

5Easter Sunday 2016 in Millstreet -6004Easter Sunday 2016 in Millstreet -6002Easter Sunday 2016 in Millstreet -6001Easter Sunday 2016 in Millstreet -6007Easter 2016 in Millstreet-6006Easter Sunday 2016 in Millstreet -600And now we share a further 123 pictures illustrating the enthusiastic and heartfelt atmosphere of the hugely important 1916-2016 occasion.  Daughter of Siobhán and the late Conchubhar Ó hÉalaithe – Nóirín – was truly outstanding in her very moving and meaningful reading of the Proclamation.  Con Foley in historic uniform raised the flag in such a professional manner.   So many more wonderful participants were involved.  Let’s observe: [read more …] “Magnificent Millstreet Commemoration on Easter Sunday 2016 at The Square”

All in Readiness at National Monument for Today’s Commemoration

Denis Hickey observes the two new plaques now in place at the National Monument in The Square. All is now in readiness for today's truly historic commemoration in Millstreet when 1916 will be remembered in a very special manner. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Denis Hickey observes the two new plaques now in place at the National Monument in The Square. All is now in readiness for today’s truly historic commemoration in Millstreet when 1916 will be remembered in a very special manner. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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Holy Saturday 2016 in Millstreet

At 8pm the Easter Vigil at St. Patrick's Church, Millstreet began with the lighting of the Easter Candle at the Entrance. Earlier in the day there was a special blessing of the Easter Food Baskets - a very special tradition of the Polish Community. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
At 8pm on Holy Saturday (26th March 2016) the Easter Vigil at St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet began with the lighting of the Easter Candle at the Entrance. Earlier in the day there was a special blessing of the Easter Food Baskets – a very special tradition of the Polish Community. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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Easter Garden 2016

[read more …] “Holy Saturday 2016 in Millstreet”

Very Successful Good Friday Quiz 2016 in Aubane Community Centre

What has become an annual Good Friday event at Aubane Community Centre this year's Quiz was most successful with a very large attendance and some truly excellent questions being asked by Don O'Riordan assisted by his brother Michael. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
What has become an annual Good Friday event at Aubane Community Centre this year’s Table Quiz on Friday, 25th March was most successful with a very large attendance and some truly excellent questions being asked by Don O’Riordan assisted by his brother Michael. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

2Good Friday 2016 Quiz in Aubane -6009Good Friday 2016 Quiz in Aubane -600There were lots of spot prizes and much appreciated refreshments.   A superbly organised annual event – Let’s share some more pictures: [read more …] “Very Successful Good Friday Quiz 2016 in Aubane Community Centre”

Parish Newsletter – Easter Sunday – 27th March, 2016

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Easter Sunday – 27th March, 2016
Canon John Fitzgerald P.P. Tel Nos. Millstreet 029-70043/Mobile 087-7752948
Email: <email> 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, and for those for whom masses will be offered during the week:

RECENT DEATHS: Betty Kelly, Ploverfield; Mary Hickey, Carrigaline, Rathmore; Brother Vincent Corkery, Malaysia & Liscahane

Mass Intentions this Week-end
Saturday 26th March:
Millstreet Vigil 8.00 p.m.                  Easter Vigil – Mass for People of the Parish
Sunday 27th March:
Ballydaly   9.00 a.m.
Cullen      10.15 a.m.                           John Ring, Eagloune; his parents Tim & Hannah & his brothers Timmy Joe & Michael
Millstreet 11.30 a.m.                          Commemoration Mass for 1916 Volunteers

Anniversaries: Paddy Casey, Clara; Mary Ellen & John Radley, Minor Row; Batt O’Keeffe, Mill View & Clara Road; Brendan Kiely, Station Road;  Netta Dennehy, Cloghoula; Siobhan Moynihan & the deceased members of the Moynihan Family, Cloghoula & Tanyard;  Julia O’Connell, Dooneen; Dan Lyons, Dooneen; Pete Moynihan, Lackadota; Patrick & Lena Buckley, Aubane; Michael & Mary Buckley, Aubane;  John C & Julia O’Leary, Adrivale; Jerry O’Leary, Knockcahill James Murphy, Cork; Matt Twomey, Kilcorney; Arthur Lenihan, Castleisland; Mary Bailey, Kilcorney. [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – Easter Sunday – 27th March, 2016”

Easter Vigil Ceremony 2016 Begins at 8pm

Special Feature for Year of Mercy recently put in place at St. Patrick's Church, Millstreet. Excellent Artwork as always in such projects is by Declan Crowley of Milltech, Cork. Please note (below) that this year the Holy Saturday ceremony begins at 8pm (not at 9pm as in previous years). Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Special Feature for Year of Mercy recently put in place at St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet. Excellent Artwork as always in such projects is by Declan Crowley of Milltech, Cork. Please note (below) that on this year the Holy Saturday ceremony begins at 8pm (not at 9pm as in previous years). Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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Drama: Widow’s Paradise

Drama at the Glen Theatre Banteer
Widow’s Paradise
Written by Sam Cree and directed by Tadhg O Keeffe

This farcical comedy is set in the 70’s and the action takes place in a seaside caravan with five ladies embarking on a “strictly women only” holiday. A case of mistaken caravan identity sends the Widows’ Paradise into disarray with the subsequent arrival of no nonsense Alpha-male Harry his dim-witted sidekick Ernie and Harry’s handsome young son Alan.
Add a couple of surprise visitors in the form of Willie and Farmer John and you have what can only be described as hysterical chaos.
What was supposed to be a scene of peace and tranquillity turns into a riotous clash of the sexes, each of the ten characters with his/her own story to tell!.

This hilarious comedy will sure to have you splitting your sides! Come along and join us if your up for a good laugh!

Easter Monday 28th March at 8.30pm. Booking 029 – 56239
Also, at the Glen Theatre: Patrick O Sullivan and Guests on Friday 1st April, and Red Hurley on Sunday 3rd April

1916 Centenary Commemoration

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Comóradh 1916

The centenary commemoration of the 1916 Rising and the mobilisation of the four local companies – Keale, Millstreet, Mushera and Rathduane will take place next Sunday. The 11.30 Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet will be in memory of the local deceased Irish Volunteers who participated in Easter manoeuvres 1916. (In the event of a funeral, the funeral will take precedence) All descendants and relatives of the Volunteers of the above Companies are invited to attend.

After Mass the Millstreet Pipe Band will lead the parade of descendants, relatives and the general public from the West End to the Square. The colour party will include Órla Twomey, Hannah Meaney, Pádraig Moynihan and Donnagh Murphy. The ceremony in the Square will include:

  • Raising of the National Flag by Connie Foley,
  • Laying of Wreath at Monument by Tadgh Crowley,
  • Cullen School Ballad Group: My Last Farewell
  • Sounding of the last post,
  • Recital of decade of the rosary by Josephine Murphy,
  • Reading the proclamation by Nóirín Ní hEalaithe,
  • Oration by Tom Meaney,
  • Playing of the National Anthem by Millstreet Pipe Band
  • MC Jerry Lehane will give an explanation of the two new plaques

Fáilte Roimhe Gach Éinne.
Everybody Welcome .

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1921 Treaty Signatories in Tom Corbett’s notebook

1921 treaty signatories in a notebook-800Tom sent us this very interesting page from a notebook of his grandfather (Tom Corbett)

It contains the signatures of all the men in the Irish delegation that signed the Anglo-Irish Treaty on December 6th 1921

  • Arthur Griffith (delegation chairman)
  • Michael Collins
  • Robert Barton
  • Eamonn Duggan
  • George Gavan Duffy

The signatures match very well with the Treaty signatures (as seen below).

Read more on the Anglo Irish Treaty and those that signed it.

[read more …] “1921 Treaty Signatories in Tom Corbett’s notebook”

If I can change one person’s mind with Alex’s story, then that would be enough

Nicole Ryan spoke to Ryan Tubridy this morning on RTÉ Radio 1, on the death of her brother Alex, and dealing with the aftermath. She wants to go out and share his story with others, in schools and colleges to warn young people about the dangers of drug use and “give kids the information they need to not make the same mistake my brother did”, starting in Ireland, and moving across Europe and onto Asia.

Listen to it below, or click here for more information on her campaign.

[read more …] “If I can change one person’s mind with Alex’s story, then that would be enough”

Gordon O’Keeffe RDF to Participate in Sunday’s Prestigious Historic Commemoration in Dublin

Gordon o Keeffe RDF ( Relief defence force ) of which he has been a member for 39 years. He is part of Company 12th Battalion attached to Sarsfield Barracks in Limerick . He is one of only 200 RDF( Relief defence force ) members and 2,300 members of the PDF ( Permanent defence force ) who will be taking part in the 1916 Easter Sunday commemoration in Dublin on Easter Sunday . They will be marching from Stephens Green via O Connell Street to Parnell Street with ceremonies at The Royal College of Surgeons , Dublin Castle the GPO and the garden of remembrance between 9.00am and 12.30 pm on Easter Sunday April 27th . Gordon O’Keeffe RDF ( Reserve Defence Force ) of which he has been a member for 39 years. He is part of Company 12th Battalion attached to Sarsfield Barracks in Limerick .
He is one of only 200 RDF (Reserve Defence Force) members and 2,300 members of the PDF (Permanent Defence Force ) who will be taking part in the 1916 Easter Sunday commemoration in Dublin on Easter Sunday 2016 . They will be marching from Stephens Green via O’Connell Street to Parnell Street with ceremonies at The Royal College of  Surgeons, Dublin Castle, the GPO and the Garden of Remembrance between 9.00am and 12.30 pm on Easter Sunday April 27th.  Click on the picture to enlarge.  (S.R.)

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Another Millstreet native JD Corcoran also took part in the parades in Dublin at Kilmainham Gaol, as a member of the Prison Services. ( here )

 

Brother Vincent Corkery passes away

2010-04-19 Br Vincent Corkery after receiving his Dato from the Sultan of PerakThe former director of St Michael’s Institution (SMI), (Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia), Datuk Brother Vincent Corkery passed away today at Fatimah Hospital here. He breathed his last at 12.18pm. He was 87 years old.

His niece, Noreen Stanley said Brother Vincent had been admitted since March 2 after complaining of breathing difficulties. “I flew from Ireland and reached here on Friday after my family was informed of his deteriorating condition,” she said when met at the hospital here, adding that she would be representing the family at the bedside.

Brother Vincent was a former director of the institution during his 30 years at the school, and had celebrated his 70th year as a La Salle Brother in 2015.

Born in Cork, Ireland in November 1928, Brother Vincent first joined the La Salle religious congregation in 1942 and took his first vows as a Brother in 1945. After teaching in Singapore and continuing his education in Ireland, Brother Vincent was posted to St Michael’s Institution in Ipoh in 1957 where taught English, Literature, and History, as well as serving as the Brother Sub-Director. In 1971, he was appointed as director, a post which he held until 1976. As director, he was feted for doing away with academic ability-based streaming and introducing mixed ability classes instead. [read more …] “Brother Vincent Corkery passes away”

Death Notice: Mary Hickey, Rathmore

The death has occurred of Mary Hickey née O’Connor, Carrigaline, Rathmore, and formerly of East End, Rathmore and Ballymacadam, Castleisland.
Reposing in Tarrants Funeral Home Millstreet Co.Cork this evening (Wednesday, March 23rd, 2016) from 6.00pm to 8.30pm followed by removal to Cullen Church. Funeral Prayers on tomorrow Thursday at 12 noon, and burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

1980s: Millstreet Scouts – Cork 77th

At the start of the 1980s, a branch of the scouts were set up in Millstreet, and for a few years they thrived. Thanks to JD Corcoran sent us the photos below
(can anyone put a stab at putting names on faces?):

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October 1980 First Scout meeting Cork 77th – includes John Murphy, Niall Moynihan, Alan O’Riordan, John Riordan and James Mannix, JD Corcoran, John Linehan, Kieran O’Connor, Denis Kelleher, Desmond and Kevin Brennan, Denis O Regan, John Hickey

[read more …] “1980s: Millstreet Scouts – Cork 77th”

Death Notice – John Buckley, Rathcoole

john buckley 02BUCKLEY (Rathcoole): On March 20, 2016, peacefully, at home, surrounded by his loving family, JOHN, beloved husband of Mary (nee Kelleher), Lissacreasig and dear father of Caitriona, Mary, Audrey (O’Sullivan), Liz (O’Sullivan), John A, Jeremiah and Anne-Marie. Sadly missed by his loving family, brother Tim, sister Mary, sons-in-law Denis and John, grandchildren Mary, Shane, Donncha and Conor, brothers-in-law, sisters- in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Reposing in Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet on today, Tuesday, from 6pm, followed by removal at 8pm to St John’s Church, Dromagh. Requiem Mass on tomorrow, Wednesday, at 11am. Burial afterwards in New Kilcorney Cemetery. Family flowers only, please. Donations, in lieu, to St Patrick’s Ward, Mercy University Hospital, Cork.

May he rest in peace.

Eily’s update – 22nd March

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Dia is mhuire diobh go leir  Cairde and welcome to the News From Millstreet.

Many congratulatons to our own Joanne O’Riordan who did us proud on St Patrick’s Day as Grand Marshall of the mighty Dublin Parade.

The year is moving on the clocks go forward this weekend, and we seem to go from one exciting event to another. This being Centenery Year I suppose adds to the workload of keeping everything in vogue.

The weather in recent times added to the enjoyment of the St. Patrick’s Day Parades.The people of Carriganima had their’s on Sunday (March 20) and as always they didn’t disappoint. It was very well supported and like all such events, it draws communities together. The planning involving many meetings beforehand and the event on the day, which requires every hand on deck to get it right. Many congratulations  Sean and Matt at the pub and all their helpers on a wonderful job well done.

This is Holy Week and Church Services will get top priority in the run-up to Easter Sunday, which is regarded in many countries as being more important than Christmas itself.

On Wednesday we will have the Penitential Rite in our Church, which proved so popular last time. It will be held from 7.30 to 8.30 .Visiting priests will be available for Confessions and the Blessed Sacrement will be exposed.

[read more …] “Eily’s update – 22nd March”

Millstreet Methodist Church Reflection Space at “The Lighthouse”

Millstreet Methodist Church

Reflection Space @ The LightHouse 

Give yourself some time… 

Time to pray for

family, healing, in thanksgiving and more … 

Space to consider what needs to be released, surrendered, forgiven. 

Open all of Holy Week

From 8am to 8pm

Come on in and be refreshed.

We thank Eileen O’Riordan, Dromsicane for this Notice.  (S.R.)

Very Successful Millstreet Lotto Project Greatly Benefits Our Community

Some of the dedicated Millstreet Lotto Committee pictured recently. We thank Eily Buckley for the Lotto Report below. Click on the image to enlarge.
Some of the dedicated Millstreet Lotto Committee pictured recently. We thank Eily Buckley for the Lotto Report below. Click on the image to enlarge.  (S.R.)

The Lotto project continues to be one of the most successful and beneficial features of our community. In its 22nd year it is the life line of our TownPark, the local GAA and the Youth Complex. Hundreds of our people of all ages live better lives because of it. In all about 44 people are involved in the Lotto.

Lotto Funding keeps our Town Park in pristine condition ,with new features being added all the time. The setting up of a 24 piece outdoor Gym around the perimeter is proving very popular ,each piece with a tag saying “Funded by the Lotto”. Improvements are always on-going. [read more …] “Very Successful Millstreet Lotto Project Greatly Benefits Our Community”

Organisers of Carriganima St Patricks Day Parade want to say Thanks to Everyone who made it a Great Success

Sean and Matt of The Pub in Carriganima wish to thank Everyone who Supported and Helped in anyway with the St Patricks Day Parade held in Carriganima on Sunday, in Particular they would like to thank all the People who participated in the Parade with Floats, Vehicles Etc, to John Paul O`Shea Mayor of Cork County for being the Grand Marshal for the Day, the Cullen Pipe Band for Leading the Parade, An Garda Siochana for there help, to the huge turnout of people that came to watch thanks for supporting the event, and finally to anyone we may have forgotten to mention here who might have helped out in any way, we thank you very much, the Event was an outstanding Success which was also helped by superb Sunshine on the Day, we look forward to seeing ye all again for the 2017 Parade.

We share the first three images of a truly wonderful St. Patrick's Parade held on Sunday, 20th March 2016 in the very welcoming Carriganima blessed with glorious sunshine. Great credit is due to Seán Murphy and his Coordinating Team for such a very successful annual event. Grand Marshal of the Parade was Cllr. John Paul O'Shea, Mayor of Cork County. Lots more pictures to follow later. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Thanks to Sean Radley for the Photo

Death Notice: Fiona Dineen, late of ALPS

DINEEN (Glencaun, Grenagh and formerly of Kilbrittain, Co. Cork): On March 21, 2016, peacefully after a long illness bravely borne in the tender loving care of the staff of Marymount University Hospital and Hospice, FIONA (née Curran), (late of ALPS, Millstreet), dearly beloved wife of Tomás, adored mother of Conor and Paul and much loved sister of Ann, John, Tony, Peter, Angela, Jennifer, Eileen, Adrian, Jerry and Edward. Sadly missed by her loving husband, sons, brothers, sisters, mother-in-law Rita, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, work colleagues, relatives neighbours and friends.

Reposing from 5pm on Tuesday in St. Lachteen’s Church, Grenagh followed by prayers at 7pm. Requiem Mass at 2pm on Wednesday. Funeral afterwards to St. Lachteen’s Cemetery, Grenagh. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Marymount Hospice. May she rest in peace.

Death Notice: Betty Kelly, Ploverfield

KELLY (Ploverfield, Cullen and late of New York): On March 19, 2016, BETTY (ELIZABETH nee Kelleher), unexpectedly, but peacefully, at the Mercy University Hospital, Cork, beloved wife of the late Connie Snr and dear mother of John, Pat, Denis, Kevin, Danny, Brian, Gene, Kieran and the late Connie Jnr, sister of Gene and Connie (New York). Deeply regretted by her loving sons, daughters-in-law, her many grandchildren, brothers, sisters-in-law, nephews, grandnephews and grandnieces, and many friends.

Reposing on this Monday evening in the Church of the Nativity, Cullen from 6pm to 8pm. Requiem Mass on tomorrow, Tuesday, at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. (details)