Superb Sports Equipment Presented to Cloghoula N.S. by Supervalu

The pupils and staff of Cloghoula N.S. being presented with a variety of sports equipment including footballs, training ladders, bibs, cones, water bottles and gear-bags by Joe Fitzgerald of SuperValu, Millstreet on Monday, September 28th.
The pupils and staff of Cloghoula N.S. being presented with a variety of sports equipment including footballs, training ladders, bibs, cones, water bottles and gear-bags by Joe Fitzgerald of SuperValu, Millstreet on Monday, September 28th 2015.  Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

Death Notice: Tim (Joe) Dennehy, Knockraha, late of Murphy’s Terrace

Dennehy Tim (Killeena, Knockraha and late of Murphy’s Terrace, Millstreet) on September 29th, 2015 peacefully at home in the loving care of his family. Beloved husband of Marie (née Twomey) and loving father of Celine, Gerard, Gillian and Brian. Sadly missed also by his brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, his extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.
Reception into St Mary’s Church, Knockraha at 7pm on Wednesday. Requiem Mass on Thursday at 11am. Cremation afterwards at the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Marymount University Hospital and Hospice. May he. rest in peace.

Tidy Towns increase by 5 points !

Millstreet Tidy Town are very proud to announce that this afternoon in The Helix in Dublin, it was announced that Millstreet received 302 points in the annual Tidy Town competition for 2015. This is an increase of 5 points on last years results. This is a huge achievement. So may thanks to all in all involved, big and small efforts made a lot of difference. Whilst we bask in the glow of this brilliant result, we must also bear in mind that we have plenty more work to do to prepare for next year. Only 20 points behind the overall winner in our category – Listowel. These points are precious and hard to achieve. Also we were only 1 point off receiving a bronze medal. So just think of  what one small thing that you may have done that could have contributed to gaining that extra point. We are capable of most definitely achieving a Silver medal next year.  So get the thinking caps on.  New volunteers are always welcome, just send us an email, pm on Facebook or tweet if you like. Remember Tidy Town is all year, not just for the Summer. Congratulations to all involved. Below is the 2015 Adjudicator Result :

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Tidy Towns Competition 2015 – Adjudication Report

Centre: Millstreet 480 Ref: 480
County: Cork(North) Mark: 302
Category: D Date(s): 16/6/2015
Max 2014 2015
Community Involvement & Planning 60 43 43
Built Environment and Streetscape 50 39 40
Landscaping and Open Spaces 50 42 42
Wildlife, Habitats and Natural Amenities 50 31 32
Sustainable Waste and Resource Management 50 12 14
Tidiness and Litter Control 90 63 64
Residential Streets & Housing Areas 50 33 33
Approach Roads, Streets & Lanes 50 34 34
450 297 302

Community Involvement & Planning / Rannpháirtíocht an Phobail & Pleanáil:

Welcome to the SuperValu Tidy Towns Competition 2015 and we note that you have been participants for 30 years. Your committee has 18 full time members and a further 25 volunteers during the summer months. You meet every two weeks in winter and weekly in summer when the pressure is greatest to have your town looking its best. Well done on that huge effort. You receive support from residents, local businesses and [read more …] “Tidy Towns increase by 5 points !”

Derinagree NS at Roddy Doyle’s FIGHTING WORDS Workshop

2015-09-25 Derinagree NS at Fighting Words Bookshop in Dublin for a creative writing workshop__rszSenior classes in Derinagree NS were invited to a creative writing workshop at Fighting Words in Dublin last Friday Sept 25th. They had a wonderful experience & returned home eager to put pen to paper!
Fighting Words was established by Roddy Doyle & Sean Love. Roddy wasn’t there on the day of our visit, but the organisers kindly agreed to ask him (nicely) to sign the books we hauled to Dublin!!
The rest of the glorioius day was spent walking the streets of our capital city, feeling proud of the Radley family’s majestic Spire, soaking up the history surrounding us as we passed the Half-Penny bridge, climbed the steps to the Papal Cross, admired The Aras & The American Ambassador’s residence & stopped for a [read more …] “Derinagree NS at Roddy Doyle’s FIGHTING WORDS Workshop”

Once in a Red Moon Over Millstreet!

Considering that this celestial phenomenon will not occur again until 2033 I felt it was important to record the happening on Tuesday morning (28th Seot. 2015) when a total eclipse of the moon occured giving a special red appearance of the moon. When I began recording at 2.00 a.m. it was a full very bright moon. Gradually the eclipse progressed until it was total by around 3.45 a.m.. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Considering that this celestial phenomenon will not occur again until 2033 I felt it was important to record the happening on Tuesday morning (28th Sept. 2015) when a total eclipse of the moon occured giving a special red appearance of the moon. When I began recording at 2.00 a.m. it was a full very bright moon. Gradually the eclipse progressed until it was total by around 3.45 a.m.. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

6Red Moon over Millstreet Sept. 2015-6003Red Moon over Millstreet Sept. 2015-600

5Red Moon over Millstreet Sept. 2015-600Having reached total eclipse (almost total darkness) the moon over Mount Leader here in Millstreet returned to full brightness within the next two hours.   An event even rarer than [read more …] “Once in a Red Moon Over Millstreet!”

‘One Good Idea 2016’ Competition for Schools

SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland) is calling on primary and post primary students to enter ‘One Good Idea 2016’ competition and come up with creative ideas on how to tackle climate change. I would like to let schools in the millstreet and surrounding areas know about this initiative so that they get involved if possible – more on this competition can be seen at: http://www.seai.ie/Schools/One-Good-Idea/ …

We thank Declan O’Riordan,  Group Energy Manager, for this important notice.  (S.R.)

Wallis Arms Hotel Part-time Job Position

Wallis Arms
The Square Millstreet
Requires : Graphic Design Student (2nd or 3rd year).
Part-time position.
Poster & Flyer Design, Marketing Materials & Strategy, Social media co-ordinating.
 
Apply to Billy or Nigel with CV to sheahan.billy @gmail.com or 087 9944845.
We thank Billy for the notice.  (S.R.)

Super Blood Moon in our Skies tonight

Night owls and amateur astronomers will be looking to the skies in the middle of tonight to see the moon turn red during the total lunar eclipse. The full “super blood moon” is due to last over an hour for us, and thankfully it looks like we may have clear skies :-).

Partial Eclipse starts at: 2:07am
Full Eclipse starts at: 3:11am
Max Eclipse is at: 3:47am
Full Eclipse ends at: 4:23am
Partial Eclipse ends at: 5:27

The next total lunar eclipse for Ireland will be in 2019, while the next total solar eclipse will be in 2027 🙁

[read more …] “Super Blood Moon in our Skies tonight”

Parish Newsletter – 27th September, 2015

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Twenty Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time – 27th September, 2015
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:

Mass Intentions this Week-end: [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 27th September, 2015”

Geraldine’s Feature Coverage of Trevor’s Recent 1970s/1980s Event at Wallis Arms

Trevor O'Connor's recent very enjoyable 1970s/1980s event at the Wallis Arms Hotel. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Trevor O’Connor‘s recent very enjoyable 1970s/1980s event at the Wallis Arms Hotel.   Here we share Geraldine Dennehy‘s very comprehensive coverage. Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

From Trevor on Facebook (Thursday 24th September): “Leaving for Berlin tomorrow for the marathon on Sunday! The money is still coming in and we have raised close to €3000 for the Irish Heart Foundation. I want to thank everyone who has supported me along the way.”

29Geraldine Dennehy's 1970s Event Pictures at Wallis Arms -600Below we share lots more pictures from a wonderful event which was in aid of the Irish Heart [read more …] “Geraldine’s Feature Coverage of Trevor’s Recent 1970s/1980s Event at Wallis Arms”

Kerry to Calais collection – Thank you!

IMG_1680-1A very big thank you to everyone: pupils, teachers, parents, members of the local community, who so kindly donated items for the Kerry to Calais initiative.  The collection took place today (25th Sept.) in Millstreet Community School.  The gloves, scarfs, hats, blankets and toiletries will all be put to good use.

Briery Gap: Cookie and the Vaudevilles

A five piece Cork based band playing original music in a Hybrid-Retro-jazz style. The Band is fronted by COOKIE (aka Caitriona Fallon ) who has previously toured worldwide as lead vocalist with the RIVERDANCE phenomenon. COOKIE is a native of Cobh, Co. Cork and has been singing all her life, receiving classical training in voice at the Cork School of Music. THE VAUDEVILLES consists of accomplished musicians with many years of national and international experience. Dave Barry – Double-Bass and mandolin, John McGrath – Guitar, Alan Carney – Piano,flute and melodica, and Marc Anderson – Drums. Together with Cookie, the band write all the original material performed in concert.

2nd October at 8pm at the Briery Gap

See more at: brierygap.ie/event/cookie-the-vaudevilles/

[read more …] “Briery Gap: Cookie and the Vaudevilles”

Collection of items for ‘Kerry to Calais’ initiative at Millstreet Community School

This is a reminder that the collection of items for the Kerry to Calais group which is part of a national initiative to provide relief to those who have migrated to Europe in recent months, will take place on Friday 25th September between 8.45am and 11am in Millstreet Community School.  If you wish to donate from the list below, please bring the items to room 2A between these times. They will then be brought to a collection depot in Killarney in the afternoon. • Blankets/woolly hats/scarfs/gloves ONLY (all of which can be second hand but in a condition which we might use ourselves) • soap • shampoo • toothbrushes and toothpaste • deodorant • shaving foam and razors • face clothes • packets of tissues • wipes • towels Thank you very much.

Millstreet Pipe Band Open Night

2015-09-25 Millstreet Pipe Band Open Night - poster-800Millstreet Pipe Band Open Night

Friday 25th September at 8.30p.m.

Adults & young people (10+) welcome.

Free tuition on Friday nights.

Equipment costs for new members is a once off €20.

Band Uniform & Instruments provided free of charge while you’re with the band.

Transport costs to major events provided free of charge for members.

Looking forward to seeing new members & possibly some past members on Friday night!

Steven’s Speech to the UCC Philosophical Society

Steven O’ Riordan Cork North West Independent Candidate speaking to the UCC Philosophical Society on the topic of “Should we re-elect the Government” on Monday night (Sept 21st). If you like what you hear get in touch with Steven @ <email>
[read more …] “Steven’s Speech to the UCC Philosophical Society”

Refurbished Millstreet Museum to be Officially Opened & Carnegie Centenary Celebrated on Wednesday 14th October 2015 at 7pm

Millstreet Museum will be officially opened following refurbishment on Wednesday, 14th October 2015 at 7.00 p.m..  The Carnegie Centenary Plaque will also be celebrated and a number of presentations will take place.   An historic medal will be officially presented to the Museum and focus will be placed on the historic treasures already on display.   Fuller details of the historic occasion will follow later.   Everyone is very welcome to this special event at which we expect the Mayor of Cork County to be present.  (S.R.)

“Radio Treasures” on Cork Music Station Tonight from 9.30pm

Following the superb broadcast this afternoon live from Portugal with all the Country and Western music performers and fans – it’s time for this week’s “Radio Treasures” on www.corkmusicstation.com from 9.30 to 11.00 tonight – Tuesday, 22nd Sept. 2015.  (S.R.)