Presentation of Red Cross First Aid Course Certs at Drishane Castle Today

Twenty-six women who took part in the recent Red Cross Practical First Aid Course at Drishane Castle were presented with their Certificates this morning. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Twenty-six women who took part in the recent Red Cross Practical First Aid Course at Drishane Castle were presented with their Certificates this morning. Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)
Coordinators of the excellent Course - from left - Mike Riordan, Outreach Worker with K.A.S.I. (Killarney Asylum Seekers Initiative) and Gerard McAuliffe of Kanturk-Millstreet Red Cross who was the Instructor on the beneficial Course.
Coordinators of the excellent Course – from left – Mike Riordan, Outreach Worker with K.A.S.I. (Killarney Asylum Seekers Initiative) and Gerard McAuliffe of Kanturk-Millstreet Red Cross who was the Instructor on the beneficial Course.

Death Notice: John Ring, Cullen

RING (Cullen): On March 25, 2015, peacefully, in the excellent care of the staff of the Bon Secours Hospital, Cork, JOHN, beloved husband of Angela (nee Thornton), father of Tim, David and the late Margaret and brother of the late Mike and Joe. Greatly missed by his loving wife, sons, daughter- in-law Cathriona, granddaughters Ella and Julie, sisters Noreen, Maureen, Hannah, Margaret and Julie, brothers Tommy and Pat, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.
Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet on today, Thursday, from 5.30pm, with removal at 8pm to the Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Cullen. Requiem Mass on tomorrow, Friday, at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Upcoming GAA Fixtures

Adult GAA:
Sunday 29th March: Jnr Hurling 1-13 -v- Freemount 0-16 in Millstreet at 2.00p.m.
Sunday 29th March JB Football : Lismire v St John’s in Lismire. At 12pm
Saturday 5th April: Jnr Hurling -v- Kilbrin in Kilbrin at 6p.m.
Wednesday 8th April: Jnr B Football -v- Freemount in Freemount at 7:20pm (changed to Freemount)
Intermediate game -v- Youghal is being refixed for after Easter

Schools GAA:
U16C Football: Davis College v Millstreet Community School, 12:30pm 26th March in Mallow

Underage GAA Games: (Please note the adjustment to some fixtures from earlier published)
• U18 A Football League Grp1 25-03-2015 19:00 Boherbue vs Duarigle Gaels in Boherbue. Deferred – new fixture to be advised
• U12 Football League Group 6A 26-03-2015 19:00 Duarigle Gaels Blue vs Killavullen White in Millstreet. Deferred – Pitch closed – new fixture to be advised
• U14 A Football League 28-03-2015 12:00 Duarigle Gaels vs Clyda Rovers in Millstreet. Will be played in Millstreet on Wed 1st April at 7p.m.
• U12 Football League Group 4A 28-03-2015 16:00 Duarigle Gaels Green vs Croke Rovers in Millstreet Deferred – Pitch closed – new fixture to be advised
• U12 Football League Group 6A 29-03-2015 12:00 Kilshannig Gold vs Duarigle Gaels Blue in Glantane.
• U16 C Hurling League Grp2 30-03-2015 18:45 Millstreet vs Newmarket in Millstreet. Will depend on pitch re-opening. May be deferred.
• U13 C Hurling League 30-03-2015 18:30 Millstreet vs Shanballymore in Millstreet
Moved to Shanballymore at 7p.m.
• U18 B Hurling League Grp2 01-04-2015 18:45 Kilshannig vs Millstreet in Glantane
• U14 B Hurling League 04-04-2015 16:00 Millstreet vs St Kevins in Millstreet

Gerard O Hanlon on Teen Stars 2015 Final on 3rd May

Congratulations to Gerard O' Hanlon from Laught, Rathcoole on reaching the All Ireland Final of Teenstars Singing Contest. Gerard powered through a Sam Smith number " Lay Me Down" and so far has impressed all the judges with his unique vocals. Gerard needs your support on Sunday the 3rd of May in the Westgrove Hotel Clane County Kildare. Tickets are available from Gerard at €15 per ticket. So all lets get all the Millstreet crew behind Gerard in his quest to be Teenstars All Ireland champion 2015 !
Sincere Congratulations to Gerard O’ Hanlon from Laught, Rathcoole on reaching the All Ireland Final of Teenstars Singing Contest. Gerard powered through a Sam Smith number ” Lay Me Down” and so far has impressed all the judges with his unique vocals. Gerard needs your support on Sunday 3rd  May in the Westgrove Hotel Clane, Co. Kildare. Tickets are available from Gerard at €15 per ticket.  So  let’s get all the Millstreet crew behind Gerard in his quest to be Teenstars All Ireland Champion 2015 ! Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Teenstars 2015

Spinathon to raise funds for VESA

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Saturday 28th March 12 noon – 12 midnight
The Square, Millstreet

Please support our Spinners in the square
with donations, beeps or cheers.

Hi Everyone,
We are Spinning for 12 hours to raise funds to travel to Equador with VESA this summer to refurbish schools and teach English to the Naporuna Quichu and indigenous Amazon people whose livelihoods are threatened through, mining, deforestation and polution.

Thank you, Saoirse Mc Mahon and Ann Barber

About VESA: Volunteer Eco Students Abroad is an organization working hand in hand with indigenous village communities to create [read more …] “Spinathon to raise funds for VESA”

Woodland Habitat Study

2015-03-24 Our Tidy Towns and Community School have started a Woodland Habitat StudyYesterday afternoon the Transition Year students of Millstreet Community School started a woodland habitat study in the woodland at the back of the Community school.
The Millstreet Tidy Town Association have organised in conjunction with Mr. Derry Morley, for a Wildlife Biologist, Mr. Tony Keneally to come and facilitate this study to be done. This will be happening for the next 3 to 5 weeks with the Transition Year Students.
Their work will involve mapping the woodland habitat and ecological experiments and activities. Their aim is to map and setup a management plan for the woodland area. The best plan will be presented to Millstreet Tidy Town committee for submission with this year’s entry. We wish them luck.
Pictured is [read more …] “Woodland Habitat Study”

Millstreet girls in Munster Camogie U16 Finals

2015-03-22 Cork U16B Camogie team - Munster Champions - includes Clare O'KeeffeMillstreet Camogie Club would like to congratulate Clare O’keeffe & the Cork U16B team on a fantastic Munster Final win at the weekend v Limerick! Well done Clare! Great to see you on the scoreboard too!

Also, commiserations to Chloé Collins who played a Munster Final with the Cork U16A team at the weekend & were narrowly defeated by Clare (photo & match report). Best of luck for the rest of the season girls!

Prestigious “Best Community Awareness Project” Award for Cloghoula N.S.

Sincere congratulations to the Senior Pupils of Cloghoula N.S. and to their Teacher, Ms. Joanne Murphy on having won the "Best Community Awareness Project" Award in the recent "Discover Cork Schools Heritage Project 2015". They were presented with the wonderfully prestigious Award fpr their marvellously impressive Project by Cllr. Kieran McCarthy on Friday, 13th March 2015 in the Silversprings Hotel, Cork. It was indeed an honour to have been associated with the very interesting Project in the research stage of the overall uplifting endevour. Pictured at Clogho
Sincere congratulations to the Senior Pupils of Cloghoula N.S. and to their Teacher, Ms. Joanne Murphy on having won the “Best Community Awareness Project” Award in the recent “Discover Cork Schools Heritage Project 2015”. They were presented with the wonderfully prestigious Award for their marvellously impressive Project by Cllr. Kieran McCarthy on Friday, 13th March 2015 in the Silversprings Hotel, Cork. It was indeed an honour to have been associated with the very interesting Project in the research stage of the overall uplifting endeavour. Pictured at Cloghoula N.S. are most of the School Pupils with Staff Members (from left:) Joanne Murphy – Coordinator, Mary Murphy – Principal and Staff Member Geraldine Galvin.  I also stood in as the photo, on timer, captured the image! Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

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We now share further pictures of the truly happy occasion.   It was a great achievement for the School considering the many entries received for this highly regarded Competition – What a magnificent learning experience it has been for [read more …] “Prestigious “Best Community Awareness Project” Award for Cloghoula N.S.”

Regional Report 1258 – 24th March 2015

 

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Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to News report 1258 from Millstreet.  Fondest Greetings dear friends and I wish you all the best on this rather cold and showery Tuesday morning.

Our Lotto Committee had no less than two reasons to celebrate in the past week. On Thursday night they held their AGM at the Wallis Arms Hotel. For the past 21 years this has been an occasion for  joy and celebration every time.  With the treasurer’s Report bearing proof of the wonderful success that this venture continues to be and saw each of the members namely our GAA Club,The Town Park and The Youth Ameniety Complex receiving €30.000 each in the past year. And over €39,000 paid out in prize money. Copies of the Treasurers Report are available on request . As always sincere thanks was extended to the general public who continue to support the local lotto which is doing so much good for our community.

At the Election of Officers the existing panel were re-elected in block. No one wanted to see such a hardworking and dedicated committee replaced. They are Co-Chairmen Denis Twomey & Noel Buckley, Secretary (and a lot more) Marie Twomey. There are about 35 people involved in the day to day running of the Lotto. Representing the Town Park ,The GAA, and the Community Council for the Youth complex.

Every care is taken in the running of the lotto to ensure accountability and transparency.  Following the draw, the tickets are taken and counted, (by Brendan Bourke) and they are checked against the amount of money brought in.

Following the AGM a wonderful four-course meal was served by the Wallis Arms Hotel and a social event went on until late.

[read more …] “Regional Report 1258 – 24th March 2015”

Upcoming Events in Aubane

There’s a number of events coming up in the next few weeks in Aubane:

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[read more …] “Upcoming Events in Aubane”

Impressed with the Country Park

2015-03-21 Country Park 01 - by Jane ThomasFrom Jane: I am so impressed with Millstreet Country Park.. Today is my first day back since it was reopened ..  walking in our beautiful sunshine..  Spectacular.. Quiet something so very special, spiritual even.

Whilst walking I was greeted by the beautiful statues of famous Irish people.  This is an addition to park.. Water streams gently flowing, the sounds heavenly.

Then whilst walking towards the visitors centre the sound of music was gently playing in the music garden.

I was told to relax in the stunning area where I was to have my Americano and scone, it was like being on holiday.

We are so lucky to have this beauty here.. here are a few pictures which do not give justice

(Click on the photos to see them properly)

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[read more …] “Impressed with the Country Park”

Volunteer Announcement for the repair of Computers

Apartment 2 lakeside
Drishane Castle
Millstreet Town
Co.Cork
23/3/2015

Volunteer Announcement for the repair of computers

This is to announce to the people living in Millstreet, that there is a volunteer that has decided to volunteer his professional services to the people of Millstreet. He is a Professional at Computer repairs, and wishes to avail these skills set to the good people of Millstreet.

Anybody having a bad computer can bring it for repairs or professional advice. This service is completely free. This service has become necessary owing to the fact that, Millstreet has provided love and accommodation to us in our time of need.

Please contact us at the above address or call 0831951045.

Thank you and God bless

Othello

Spring Equinox by Con Collins

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The Spring equinox (12 hours of day, 12 hours of night) taken over Deep Creek in South West Florida USA happened on March 20th. Thanks to Con Collins formally of Cockhill, Millstreet, and now living in Southwest Florida who sent us the two above photos of the sun at that time.

It certainly was a day of celestial happenings as it [read more …] “Spring Equinox by Con Collins”

Chloé tackling at the Munster Final

2015-03-22 Chloe Collins tackles Emma Kennedy in the U16A Munster Camogie FinalPictured (right) is Chloé Collins tackling a Clare defender in the U16 A Munster Camogie Championship Final yesterday in Charleville.

Chloé was playing at #10, but on the day Cork where  outclassed by Clare and lost on a scoreline of 1-9 to 1-4.

Match report and photo are on the Clare Herald

…but congratulations to Clare O’Keeffe who won a Munster U16B title with Cork when they beay Limerick in the final over the weekend.

Horizon feature the Active Lenten Programme on Radio Kerry

Millstreet Community Schools Active Lenten Programme was featured on The Horizons radio show which aired on Radio Kerry yesterday morning from 9am to 10am (Sunday March 22nd). Noreen Moynihan interviewed school chaplin John Magee and the students about the activities (Fair Trade, Climate Change, Language and Culture) that have been taking place in the school in the last few weeks.

To listen to John Magee’s interview, go to Horizons “Listen Now” page. In the audio player, click on “Part1.220315”, and you can hear it from 00:40 to 5:26

To listen to the students talking about the projects, go to Horizons “Listen Now” page. In the audio player, click on “Part2.220315”, and you can hear it from 00:00 to 7:40.

Piotr Delimat the new Polish Chaplin in the Kerry Diocese is [read more …] “Horizon feature the Active Lenten Programme on Radio Kerry”

Millstreet Local Lotto Biggest Ever Win – Congratulations to Michael

Members of Millstreet Local Lotto assembled in the Wallis Arms Hotel on Sunday, 22nd March 2015 to make the official presentation of the biggest win ever at €18,000.00 to Michael Walsh of Sally's Cross, Kanturk. Pictured holding the most impressive cheque are (from left) Margaret Bourke, Michael Walsh (winner), Noreen Tarrant, Liscreagh, Millstreet (seller of the lucky ticket and receiving the seller's prize of €1,800.00), Marie Twomey. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Members of Millstreet Local Lotto assembled in the Wallis Arms Hotel on Sunday, 22nd March 2015 to make the official presentation of the biggest  ever  win at €18,000.00 to Michael Walsh of Sally’s Cross, Kanturk. Pictured holding the most impressive cheque are (from left) Margaret Bourke, Michael Walsh (winner), Noreen Tarrant, Liscreagh, Millstreet (seller of the lucky ticket and receiving the seller’s prize of €1,800.00) and Marie Twomey. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)
At the recent AGM of Millstreet Lotto it was revealed that €90,000 within the past years was equally distributed between Millstreet Town Park, Millstreet GAA and Millstreet Youth Amenity Fund as well as €39,260.00 given out in prizes - Now that's seriously impressive! Well done to the inspiringly dedicated Millstreet Lotto Committee.
At the recent AGM of Millstreet Lotto it was revealed that €90,000 within this past year alone was equally distributed between Millstreet Town Park, Millstreet GAA and Millstreet Youth Amenity Fund as well as €39,260.00 given out in prizes – Now that’s seriously impressive! Well done to the inspiringly dedicated Millstreet Lotto Committee.
Michael Walsh celebrates his magnificent win with his Friends Jarleth & Lynn O'Sullivan. It's a "Lucozade" celebration!
Michael Walsh (on extreme right) celebrates his magnificent win with his Friends Jarleth & Lynn O’Sullivan. It’s a “Lucozade” celebration!

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Newmarket Pitch & Putt New Course Opens Today at 1.00pm

We thanks Helen from IRD Duhallow for the poster and the information. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
We thank Helen from IRD Duhallow for the poster and the information. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

It is today, Sunday 22nd March 2015 which marks the official opening at 1pm of Newmarket Pitch & Putt.  All are very welcome to attend.

Newmarket Pitch & Putt is a new state of the art course located on the grounds of James O’Keeffe Institute Newmarket, Cork which will open in early March. This course is a newly renovated 18 Hole Course on scenic surrounds, redesigned to USGA standards making it more challenging and interesting for families, groups & single players alike. It guarantees a thoroughly enjoyable experience for young & old. Membership is now open. Membership fees are as follows:

Single €100
Family €220
Couple €180
OAP €90
Under 16 €70
Student €80
Green Fees €8
Associate Membership €60

For those interested in experiencing Pitch & Putt for the first time prior to investing in clubs a hiring facility is also available where clubs are free with green fees & balls can be hired at €2 each. The facility will open from April – September: Monday- Sunday 8.00am-10.00pm October-March: Monday- Sunday 8.00am-7.30pm.

For further information on becoming a member or using the facility please contact 029-60633. You can also like our Facebook page ‘Newmarket Pitch & Putt’ to keep up to date with upcoming events and competitions.

American Visitors at Millstreet Museum Today

Michael Moynihan of San Francisco USA (5th from left with cap) had visited Millstreet some fifteen years ago. Accompanying Michael on today's visit to Millstreet were relatives and friends from Colerado and from San Francisco. Their visit began at Millstreet Country Park in glorious sunshine, then on to our Museum, to St. Patick's Church and to Millstreet Town Park where they were hugely impressed by our "outdoor gym". Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Michael Moynihan of San Francisco USA (5th from left with cap) had visited Millstreet some fifteen years ago. Michael’s ancestors came from the Millstreet town area. Accompanying Michael on today’s visit to Millstreet were relatives and friends from Colorado and from San Francisco. Their visit began at Millstreet Country Park in glorious sunshine, then on to our Museum, to St. Patrick’s Church and to Millstreet Town Park where they were hugely impressed by our “outdoor gym”.  A special audio interview with our American Visitors will be broadcast on “Radio Treasures” at 10pm on Tues. 31st March.  To access the programme see the Cork Music Station link below.  Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
                                            www.corkmusicstation.com   Click on this link to access “Radio Treasures” on Tues. 31st March 2015 at 10pm.

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Death Notice: John Joe Tangney, Main Street

TANGNEY (Main Street, Millstreet): On March 20, 2015, peacefully, at Marymount Hospice, JOHN JOE, beloved husband of the late Teresa. Sadly missed by his children Evelyn, Catherine, Denis, Nicholas and Anne, sons- in-law Edward and Niall, daughter-in-law Grace, grandchildren, sisters Mary and Patricia, relatives and friends.
Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet tomorrow, Sunday evening, from 6pm, followed by removal to St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet, at 8pm. Requiem Mass on Monday at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Drishane Cemetery.  Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Parish Newsletter – 22nd March, 2015

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Fifth Sunday of Lent – 22nd March, 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:

RECENT DEATHS: John Joe Tangney, Main Street [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 22nd March, 2015”

Wonderfully Uplifting Report at AGM of Millstreet Local Lotto Association

The AGM of Millstreet Local Lotto was held at the Wallis Arms Hotel on Friday, 20th March 2015. Following a most encouraging annual report which revealed that a very significant contribution of several thousand euro was distributed equally between Millstreet GAA, Millstreet Tidy Towns and Millstreet Town Park
The AGM of Millstreet Local Lotto was held at the Wallis Arms Hotel on Friday, 20th March 2015. Following a most encouraging annual report which revealed that a very significant contribution of several thousand euro was distributed equally between Millstreet GAA,  Millstreet Youth Amenity Fund (not Millstreet Tidy Towns as indicated in original post) and Millstreet Town Park during the past year – the dedicated members of the Committee (pictured) were treated to a superb meal and later to a marvellous musical evening of entertainment coordinated by Marie Twomey.   Sincere congratulations to this remarkably hard-working local Group who have so magnificently enhanced Millstreet through such generous voluntary efforts on a weekly basis throughout the year – every year.  Click on the images to enlarge.    (S.R.)

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Peter O’Regan Delights Gramophone Circle Audience

Peter O'Regan of Lissarda (on extreme right) presented a delightful programme of music and song with lots of wonderful variety at Millstreet Gramophone Circle on Friday, 20th March 2015. Also included in our picture - from left: Joe Kennelly, Eilín Kiely, Maurice Linehan (who formally thanked Peter for such a magnificent programme), Gretta O'Regan and Peter. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Peter O’Regan of Lissarda – with Millstreet  roots (on extreme right) presented a delightful programme of music and song  with lots of wonderful variety at Millstreet Gramophone Circle on Friday, 20th March 2015 before an enthusiastic audience.  Also included in our picture – from left: Joe Kennelly, Eilín Kiely, Maurice Linehan (who formally thanked Peter for such a magnificent programme), Gretta O’Regan and Peter.   Eddie Hogan of Cork will present  the  next programme on Friday, 17th April 2015. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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