Community website for Millstreet, Co. Cork, Ireland
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.”
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Eily Buckley
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.
There’s a number of events coming up in the next few weeks in Aubane:
From 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)
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
The children at Stepping-Stones Pre-School and After-School in Derinagree had a busy few weeks celebrating; Chinese New Year, Pyjama Day and St.Patricks day.
(Click the photos to see them in full size)
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”
Pictured (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.
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”
It’s twenty years ago the other day when Collins V Eubank was in the Green Glens Millstreet! Here is David Barrett who fought in Madison Square Garden on March 14th last and won! beside the poster! – photo thanks to Tom of TMC Photography.
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.
www.corkmusicstation.com Click on this link to access “Radio Treasures” on Tues. 31st March 2015 at 10pm.
Our splendid visitors truly enjoyed their trip to Millstreet on this Saturday, 21st March 2015 before setting out for [read more …] “American Visitors at Millstreet Museum Today”
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They’re unbeaten in the league so far and this is their last match.
It’s a home game so all support greatly appreciated !!
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 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”
The Comeback Kid namely Kerry Football Legend Paul Galvin made a Surprise Appearance at some Local Parades for the St Patricks Day Celebrations,he started out with an appearance at The Carriganima Parade last Sunday followed by appearances at The Parades in Ballinagree and Millatreet on St Patricks Day itself, when asked why he didn`t go to Parades in Killarney, Rathmore etc in his Native Kerry Galvin replied he had been there and done that and instead he choose to come to some of our Local Parades instead to warn the Cork People that he was back big time and that he meant Buissness especially when he would be lining out against the Rebel County of Cork, for his trouble Galvin and his hardworking Backroom Team came away with second overall best Float in the Millstreet Parade and Paul said he was delighted with The Result and that the winning had started already.
Thanks to TMC Photography for the Picture and Mary Kate Murphy for the Video
Below is a video of the Comeback Kid at The Carriganima Parade
[read more …] “The Come Back Kid Paul Galvin makes an Appearance at St Patricks Day Parades”
A light cloud cover that moved in overnight blocked most from seeing the partial solar eclipse in Millstreet this morning. While most of us saw nothing other than it geting a little dark, the photo below taken by Jordan at Drishane View shows that it did at least make a brief appearance.
[read more …] “Solar Eclipse Obscured”
And here we share many more pictures from the very [read more …] “Cluichí agus Ceol at Millstreet Community School Today”
St.Patrick’s Day is always very busy for Millstreet Pipe Band. On Tuesday they started early at Ballydaly mass, followed by Millstreet mass at 11:30, followed by the Killarney Parade at 2pm, and finally back to the Millstreet Parade at 5pm.
Now our Pipe Band always play during St.Patrick’s Day mass in St.Patrick’s Church Millstreet, so when it was mentioned the week before that they would be played again this year, I was happy because it’s always nice, but didn’t take extra special notice of it.
But … what they played as the reflection after communion turned out to be something unexpectedly special. It started with a number of pipers playing from the altar, but then the church organ started to play at the opposite end of the church, and as the musicians played, for a few precious minutes as the low bass vibrations of the organ and the pipers passed through us, everyone was enthralled by beauty and emotion of the moment, as the hairs stood on the back of our necks … and it was of course followed by a rapturous applause. Truly, a moment not to be forgotten. [read more …] “Something Special”
Here we share some more superb images from Justin Black’s coverage of Tuesday’s wonderfully colourful St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.) More images as captured by Millstreet Museum will [read more …] “Justin Black’s Magnificent Coverage of the Millstreet Parade 2015”
Alex Ott suffered a serious spinal injury while exercising a horse last November.
He has undergone phase one of his immediate treatment in Cork University
Hospital and he is now in The National Rehabilitation Centre in Dun Laoghaire,
Co. Dublin undergoing assessment and intensive treatment.
Alex is a well known hunt enthusiast where horses coupled with all forms of
equestrian sport were his life. Alex is a passionate horseman, skilled in all
aspects of horse management and both he and his partner Janet run Gooseberry
Hill Horses. He has four young children Zara, Andy, Luke, Ella all active pony riders within Duhallow … Read the full article
There will be a bus to the Voice of the Glen semi-final (at the Glen Theatre, Banteer) in support of Teddy Herlihy, Cahirbanagh Lower on Friday March 27th. Leaving: Rathmore @ 7:15pm. Ballydaly @ 7:30pm sharp. Millstreet 7:45pm sharp For advance booking contact: 087-6676817
Teddy who comes from a musical family, plays the big bass drum with Millstreet Pipe Band, and qualified from the first round singing “One Day at a Time” (see the video below)
[read more …] “Bus to support Teddy at the Voice of the Glen”
Adults of all ages are invited to take part. Games will include draughts, chess, scrabble, and various card games. Music will be provided by the students and anyone else who’d like to join in! For more details contact 029 70087
On St. Patrick’s Day, I send along a pic of my great-grandfather, Dr. Michael W. O’Keefe, 1852-1926, born in Millstreet, son of Daniel & Catherine O’Keefe, so it is said, and sent to the US about 1860 to be educated by his older brother Rev. Dennis Aloysius O’Keefe (1840-1868), a priest who sent the boy Michael to a Catholic school (St. Charles) in Maryland.
Dennis had parishes in Uxbridge, Mass., and then Clinton, Mass., and died while raising funds to build a church. His parishioners built a huge monument to him in the graveyard (instead of a church?).
Michael went on to the College of the Holy Cross in [read more …] “Genealogy: Dr. Michael W. O’Keefe”
CHRIS EUBANK vs STEVE COLLINS I: Steve Collins defeated the previously unbeaten long-reigning champion Chris Eubank in Green Glens, Millstreet, on 18th March 1995 to win the WBO super-middleweight title.
Collins had enlisted the help of well known guru Tony Quinn, and they led the press to believe that Collins would be [read more …] “Steve Collins v Chris Eubank – 18th March 1995”
