Lots of Updates on Millstreet Presentation N.S. Website

Please check out the latest updates to our school website:
  • Photographs of Woolly and Little Ba in Room 3
  • Photographs of Easter Art 2015
  • Photographs of 3rd & 4th Class Bake Sale (€713 raised for Trócaire)
  • Information about our Fundraising Raffle (Your support greatly appreciated) *:) happy
  • Looking Forward to Term 3
 
+ lots more added on a daily basis.
Please feel free to leave a comment in our blog. We would love to know what you think of all our hard work.
Many thanks to Ciara for the important update.  (S.R.)

Thank You from the Wall Family

22Friends of Jamie Wall Monster GAA Table Quiz 2015 -800Sheila and Michael Wall and their families, want to sincerely thank the organising committee of the Monster Quiz held in Cullen Community Hall on Easter Monday in aid of The Jamie Wall Trust Fund.

“We are also deeply appreciative of the wonderful support from everyone who was present and those who supported it even though they could not attend. Your kind gesture will never be forgotten and hopefully Jamie’s recovery will be a fitting monument to your magnificent support and goodwill.”

[read more …] “Thank You from the Wall Family”

“Oliver” at the Briery Gap

Briery Gap are delighted to present this year’s Musical “Oliver” to be staged from Friday 24th April 2015 performed by The Briery Gap Players and directed by Kevin Hough of RTE. Join us as Briery Gap players bring Charles Dickens’ beloved novel to life!
Friday 24th, Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th April 2015 at 8:00pm
Friday 1st, Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd May 2015 at 8pm
Matinee Sunday 3rd May at 3pm
Admission €16 / Concessions €13 / Matinee €12

Please contact Box Office on 026-41793 for bookings or alternatively check out our website brierygap.ie

Changes in the Square (June 2003)

2003-06 Changes in the Square 1 Jerry O'Riordan's Grocery Shop and StoreUp to the 1990’s Jerry O’Riordan’s was one of a number of grocery shops in the Square in Millstreet. In June 2003 the three houses at the corner of the square which made up the shop and store were to be demolished to make way for the new credit union. Seán Radley was on hand to take photos of the demolition and at the time were published on what was then for a short time, the Millstreet website (millstreet.20m.com).
2003-06 Changes in the Square 3 - Michael Twohig, Tim O'Riordan, Clara Manley, Ursula Manley2003-06 Changes in the Square 2
More photos below [read more …] “Changes in the Square (June 2003)”

Public Meeting Notice

2015-04-08 Public Meeting Notice - Steven O'Riordan - Independent Candidate for the upcoming election–

Millstreet man, and new Cork North West Candidate Steven O’Riordan is holding a series of Public Meetings in the area in April.

Everyone is encouraged to go along and participate in the wide range of topics that are up for discussion, and the questions and answers session on the issues that affect you directly.

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The meetings are to be held at:

  • 21st April at 8pm, in the Wallis Arms Hotel, Millstreet
  • 22nd April at 8pm in the Castle Hotel, Macroom
  • 23rd April at 8pm in the Park Bar, Kanturk

For more information, contact Steven at 087-0674520

(Click the poster to see it full size)

Maintenance Rather than Checking Out the “Golden Eagles”!

The impressive scene outside St. Patrick's Church, Millstreet this Wednesday morning (8th April 2015) with Martin Leader's Hoist in place - not to check out the "Golden Eagles" location as people humorously surmised - but rather the continuation of Church maintenance near the bell tower. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
The impressive scene outside St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet this Wednesday morning (8th April 2015) with Martin Leader’s Hoist in place – not to check out the “Golden Eagles” location as people humorously surmised – but rather the continuation of Church maintenance near the bell tower. Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

4Hoist at St.Patrick's Church, Millstreet 8th April 2015 -8001Hoist at St.Patrick's Church, Millstreet 8th April 2015 -8007Hoist at St.Patrick's Church, Millstreet 8th April 2015 -800The work is being carried out in brilliant sunshine as we enjoy such great Easter Week weather.  Some more images [read more …] “Maintenance Rather than Checking Out the “Golden Eagles”!”

Easter Ceremonies 1916 in Millstreet

Easter 2015 is just gone, but here’s a look back at the Easter Ceremonies in Millstreet 99 years ago, and how different it was:

1916-04 Report on Easter Ceremonies in MillstreetThe impressive ceremonies connected with Holy Week were carried out with the customary solemnity in St.Patrick’s Parish Church, Millstreet. On Holy Thursday High Mass was celebrated at 10 o’clock, the celebrant being the Rev M. F. Scanlan, C.C.; deacon, the Rev. J. J. O’Sullivan, C.C, and the sub-deacon, Very Rev. J. Canon Casey, P.P., V.F. After Mass the Blessed Sacratment was taken from the High Altar to the Alter of Repose. The children of the Presentation Convent Schools, tastefully dressed, and the members of the Children of Mary Society, preceded by cross-bearcer and neolytes (sp?) . inarched in processional order round the Church. The Altar of Repose, where the Sacred Heart rested in a bank of flowers, and lit up by innumerable tapers, formed a beautiful spectacle, and was visited all day by a constant stream of devoted worshippers. On Good Friday Mass of the Pre-sanctified was celebrated by the Very Rev. J. Canon Casey, P.P., V.F., and tho Blessed Sacrament was taken back to the High Altar in processional order, as on Holy Thursday. All through theo day the Church was visited by worshippers, whose demeanour was most edifying. The glorious Feast of the Resurrection was celebrated with all the joy and splendour befitting the great occasion. At nine o’clock Mass, an eloquent sermon on the [read more …] “Easter Ceremonies 1916 in Millstreet”

Fr Jim Byrne, St. Patrick’s Mission Society (1915-1981)

Rev-James-Byrne-700Fr Jim Byrne was born at the RIC Barracks in the Square, Millstreet, Co. Cork on the 2nd of February, 1915. The son of Mary (Riordan) and William Byrne, he commenced his primary education from 1920 to 1923 at the Presentation Convent, Millstreet. He then re-located to Nottingham and pursued his primary education there form 1923 to 1925. The remainder of this stage of his education was at the Patrician Brothers Tullow, from 1925 to 1929. It was there he did his secondary education from 1929 to 1934. In 1934, he entered Kiltegan and was ordained in December, 1941. Due to war time travel restrictions, it was 1943 when he reached Nigeria.

He ministered in Calabar during the years 1943 to 1945. From that year until 1947, he served as Chaplain to the Nigerian armed forces. Having completed this stint, he returned to Calabar where he was to minister until 1961. In that year ill-health forced him to return to Ireland.

From 1964 to 1970, he served in the Diocese of Clifton in England and then in Westminster from 1970 to 1979, when he returned to Kiltegan. He remained there until his sudden death on the 10th of June, 1981.

from the St.Patrick’s Missionary Society website

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1950s Fr Jim Byrne (left) at the new church at Urua Akpan, NigeriaFr Jim (pictured on the left) at Urua Akpan in Nigeria (photo is from Holy Child West Aftica Missions – Return to Africa)

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See the Society Cemetery in Kiltegan where Fr Jim was laid to rest (+ comment from his niece Mary O’Connor) [Find a Grave]

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1915 February 2nd: Birth of James Byrne at the Barrack, Millstreet, to Mary Byrne (née Riordan) and William Byrne, Constable RIC.

Also: read about Fr. Jim’s father William Byrne who was an R.I.C. Constable and Sergeant in Millstreet from 1914 to 1922, his mother Mary Riordan, and his other siblings, on our article on them

 

Anti Litter Challenge 2015

Catch the Community Spirit - see litter - pick it up 02Millstreet Tidy Town Association would like to invite one and all to take part in the Anti Litter Competition for 2015. It is potentially worth €1750 to the Millstreet Tidy Town Association. What has that to do with me I hear you ask ?

The annual spend for the Millstreet Tidy Town Association per annum is roughly between €9000 to €10000. This prize fund would go a long way to help aid our efforts in maintaining our beautiful town.

The first adjudication will take place on the 27th of April, so that only gives us 3 weeks. Everybody can help, even just by tidying up outside our own houses and surrounding footpaths. There will be Litter Pick Ups organised in the coming weeks. Catch the Community Spirit - see litter - pick it upWe would really appreciate if one and all got involved.
It won’t take long if we all do a small part. Why not get together with your neighbours and organise your own Litter Pick Up in your street.

We have a beautiful town and would love to be able to showcase this. Millstreet has won first prize in this competition in previous years. It would be great if we could do it again.

Regional Report 1260 – 7th April 2015

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Eily Buckley

Dia is mhuire diobh leir a Cairde and welcome to News Report 1260 from Millstreet.  Fondest Greetings dear listeners and I wish you all the very best on this lovely Tuesday morning of Easter Week.

Following our wonderful Holy week Church ceremonies, we were blessed with a real sunshine Easter Sunday and Monday. The crowds came out to every outdoor event with great gusto. Our  Country Park which celebrated its 20th birthday recently was parked with people of all ages. And there was something for every one. Season tickets at a mere €20 and the opening of the  entrance from the Liscahane Road made a big difference.  The Park is open every day. For enquiries ring 029 70810.

Meanwhile down at the green Glens and the mighty Drishane estate, the “Wheel of Millstreet Keeps on turning.” Equestrian events started there with the Millstreet Welcome Tour on Thursday April 2nd and will continue until Sunday April 12th. Admission is free all the way, and all are welcome. In excess of 170 horses completed the challenging cross-country coarse on Monday afternoon alone. A wonderful sight to see.

And all roads lead to the Green Glens Arena on tomorrow Wednesday night for the “Rock for Ott”concert.

Fundraiser, with the ever popular Liam OConnor, and the Fear ‘n Tighe is the one and only Michael O Muiratheataigh.

[read more …] “Regional Report 1260 – 7th April 2015”

Truly Magnificent Response to the Friends of Jamie Wall Monster GAA Table Quiz in Cullen on Easter Monday

What a truly tremendous success was experienced at Cullen Community Centre on Easter Monday 2015 when a capacity audience of Table Quiz enthusiasts assembled in Cullen Community Centre for the Monster GAA Table Quiz on behalf of the Friends of Jamie Wall Fund. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
What a truly tremendous success was experienced at Cullen Community Centre on Easter Monday 2015 when a capacity audience of Table Quiz enthusiasts assembled in Cullen Community Centre for the Monster GAA Table Quiz on behalf of the Friends of Jamie Wall Fund. Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

35Friends of Jamie Wall Monster GAA Table Quiz 2015 -80036Friends of Jamie Wall Monster GAA Table Quiz 2015 -80024Friends of Jamie Wall Monster GAA Table Quiz 2015 -80033Friends of Jamie Wall Monster GAA Table Quiz 2015 -800LTV2 Millstreet recorded the very special occasion with interviews with many including the truly inspiring Jamie Wall, Canon John Fitzgerald P.P., MEP Seán Kelly,  Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh, Roger Casey and Derry Morley (of the Organising Committee).  Cullen Pipe Band playing in the glorious sunshine added greatly to the enthusiastic atmosphere and the refreshments provided were really superb.  We now share many more pictures from [read more …] “Truly Magnificent Response to the Friends of Jamie Wall Monster GAA Table Quiz in Cullen on Easter Monday”

Death Notice: Julia Murphy, Coolikerane

MURPHY (Coolikerane, Millstreet): On April 5, 2015 (Easter Sunday), in the presence of her loving family and in the tender loving care of the nurses and staff of Millstreet Community Hospital, in her 96th year, JULIANNE (JULIA) (nee Burke), wife of the late John (Jackie) and dear mother to Eddie (Cahir), Brendan (Mallow) and John. Sadly missed by her sons, brother Maurice (Bantry), daughters-in-law Patricia (Burke), Pauline (Mullane), grandchildren Barry, Kevin, John, William and Ann, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, great neighbours and homehelp team and many friends. R.I.P.

Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet on this (Monday) evening from 6pm, followed by removal to the Church of The Nativity of The Blessed Virgin Mary, Cullen at 8pm. Requiem Mass on tomorrow (Tuesday) at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Easter Monday – Sunshine and Showjumping

2015-04-06 Easter Monday Sunshine - Welcome Tour at Green GlensWall to wall sunshine this Bank Holiday Easter Monday for the first of the Eventing Ireland one day events – Cross Country gets underway in Drishane Castle from 1pm! The Welcome tour is on from April 2nd to 12th, taking a break tomorrow April 7th. Full details on millstreethorseshow.ie with updates and more on their facebook page.

Our own Gerladine Dennehy has been taking photos at the show for the last few days. Here are links to the photos from the first few days: Day 4 – Easter Sunday (52 photos); Day 3 – Easter Saturday (38 photos); Day 2 – Good Friday (19 photos); Day 1 – Holy Thursday (20 photos) [read more …] “Easter Monday – Sunshine and Showjumping”

Parish Newsletter – Easter Sunday – 5th April 2015

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Easter Sunday – 5th April, 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: Han O’Leary, Toorbonia; Celine McAuliffe, Knockduff; Arthur Lenehan, Ballymacelligott; Helen O’Donnell (nee Philpott), late of Ballydaly & Porturlin, Co. Mayo; Phillis O’Shea, Minor Row [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – Easter Sunday – 5th April 2015”

Death Notice: Phillis O’Shea, Minor Row

O’SHEA (4 Minor Row, Millstreet): On April 3, 2015, peacefully at Mallow General Hospital, surrounded by her family, PHILLIS (nee Foley), wife of the late William (Billy) and mother of the late Helen, Margaret and Philip. Deeply regretted by her children John, Dermot, Tim, Grace (Dennehy), Willie, Gerard and Paula (Healy), brothers Denis and Dermot, sister Joan, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours, friends and carers. Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet this Saturday evening from 5pm, followed by removal to St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet at 7.30pm. Requiem Mass tomorrow (Sunday) at 11.30am. Remains donated for Medical Research. No flowers. Donations, if desired, to Cancer Research.

Open House at Rathcoole

2015-04-03 Rathcoole - final houseJust one house remains to be sold at Radharc na Coille in Rathcoole. It’s a four bedroom semi-detached (the middle house of the 5 houses in the picture above). The house needs some internal completion work.
The owner Bernard Hennessy will open the house for viewing from 2 to 6 pm on both Easter Saturday and Easter Sunday. His asking price is €74,500, and Bernard can be contacted at (086)8287597.

Death Notice: Celine McAuliffe, Knockduff

McAULIFFE (nee Cronin) (Knockduff, Cullen and formerly of Dooneen, Millstreet): On April 2, 2015, peacefully, at Mallow General Hospital, CELINE, much loved wife of the late Michael (Mick) and sister of the late Michael, Brendan, Ita, Columba and Kevin. Sadly missed by her son Richard, daughter Kathleen, daughter-in-law Mary, grandchildren Mikie, Tom, Celine, Sarah and Brian, great-grandchildren Zara and James and their dad John, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends, Claire and all her Homehelps.
Reposing in the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Cullen, on this Good Friday evening from 7.30pm to 9pm. Liturgy of the Word on tomorrow, Saturday, at 11am. Burial afterwards in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.

Millstreet Salutes Wonderfully Popular Roger and Wendy

Roger and Wendy Cresswell have spent the past eleven very fruitful year in Millstreet. At the very welcoming McCarthy's Bar, The Square, Millstreet on Thursday, 2nd April 2015 Millstreet's Men's Shed and Millstreet Tidy Towns Association made a number of presentations to the wonderfully popular Couple as they soon return to the UK. Both Roger and Wendy have had such a marvellously positive impact on Millstreet over the past decade. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Roger and Wendy Cresswell have spent the past eleven very fruitful years in Millstreet. At the very welcoming McCarthy’s Bar, The Square, Millstreet on Thursday, 2nd April 2015 Millstreet’s Men’s Shed and Millstreet Tidy Towns Association made a number of presentations to the wonderfully popular Couple as they soon return to the UK. Both Roger and Wendy have had such a marvellously positive impact on Millstreet over the past decade. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

11Special Tribute to Roger and Wendy on 2nd April 2015 -8005Special Tribute to Roger and Wendy on 2nd April 2015 -8007Special Tribute to Roger and Wendy on 2nd April 2015 -80010Special Tribute to Roger and Wendy on 2nd April 2015 -800Roger was one of four dedicated people who founded Millstreet Men’s Shed and his very professional advice and work with Millstreet Tidy Towns was hugely appreciated.   The Cullinane Family made everyone so very welcome at McCarthy’s Bar on Thursday night where a very large number of sincere Friends and members of the two Associations assembled to pay very special and heartfelt tribute to both Roger and Wendy.   We extend our very best wishes for the future to the splendid Couple from All in Millstreet who hold Wendy and Roger in such high [read more …] “Millstreet Salutes Wonderfully Popular Roger and Wendy”

Death Notice: Helen O’Donnell (née Philpott, Ballydaly)

The death has occurred of Helen O’Donnell, Porturlin, Ballina, Co. Mayo (née Philpott, Ballydaly, Millstreet, Co.Cork). Peacefully at the Community Hospital, Belmullet on April 1st 2015. Predeceased by her husband JJ and son John. deeply regretted by her loving son Pat and daughters-in-law Ann and Bernie, sisters Mary, Joan and Breda, brother Paddy and Christy R.I.P., brothers-in-law Martin, Jim, Mike, Paddy, Tony, Dan and Michael, sisters-in-law Bridgie, Annie, Mary, Maureen, Ann and Anna, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace.

Remains will be reposing at Healys Funeral Home, Barnatra on Good Friday evening from 5pm with removal at 7pm to the Star of The Sea Church, Cornboy arriving 8pm. Liturgy Of Prayers on Holy Saturday at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Cornboy Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Inis Aiobhinn House Galway or Cara Iorrais, Belmullet c/o Healys Funeral Directors, Barnatra..

Memories Of Lisnaboy

Memories of my early lessons in Nature’s ways to me remain a source of joy
I loved the old rushy fields of Lisnaboy
When wildflowers were on the ditch of the bohreen
And the countryside was looking healthy and green

The Boggeragh Ranges a beautiful sight
Clara, Gortavehy, Kippagh and Caherbarnagh in the evening sunlight
Displayed a calm and a natural charm of their own
Such beautiful memories a joy to have known
[read more …] “Memories Of Lisnaboy”

Death Notice: Hannah O’Leary, Toorbonia, Rathmore

Death NoticeO’LEARY (Toorbonia, Rathmore): On April 1, 2015, in the loving care of the matron and staff of Millstreet Community Hospital, HANNAH (nee Murphy), wife of the late Jeremiah, mother of the late Connie, grandmother of the late Jerry, great-grandmother of the late Katelyn. Deeply regretted by her sister Julia, sons Pat Joe, Donie, Jackie, Derry, Neilie and Martin, daughters Kathleen, Joanie, Breda and Teresa, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Reposing in Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet this Thursday evening from 7pm, followed by removal to St Patrick’s Church at 9pm. Liturgy of the Word on tomorrow, Good Friday, at 11am. Burial afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery. No flowers, please. Donations, if desired, to Millstreet Hospital.

Official Launch of the 20th Anniversary of Millstreet Country Park

Monday evening, 30th March 2015 saw the official launch of the magnificent new-look Millstreet Country Park. LTV2 recorded the prestigious occasion and this will be broadcast on Programme 254 next week. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Monday evening, 30th March 2015 saw the official launch of the magnificent new-look Millstreet Country Park. LTV2 Millstreet recorded the prestigious occasion and this will be broadcast on Programme 254 next week. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

6Official Launch of 20th Anniversary of Millstreet Country Park -8002Official Launch of 20th Anniversary of Millstreet Country Park -80033Official Launch of 20th Anniversary of Millstreet Country Park -800 50Official Launch of 20th Anniversary of Millstreet Country Park -800The many new developments are hugely impressive and are a true credit to the wonderfully creative Team.   The “Airtake” (of Meelin) Panoramic Views on the walls are hugely attractive.  The new “Park Rover” means of transport is now able to access even the Historic Trail section of the exquisite natural setting.  Manager Donie Howard and Proprietor Derry Sheehan shared truly uplifting comments regarding the new development and its ongoing vision making MCP more and more attractive for Visitors – Local, Regional, National and International.   We extend sincere best wishes to All for the future of this magnificent gem on our doorstep.   Annual subscription is now only €20.00.   “Nibbles in the Park” offers marvellous and delightful culinary choices … and the entrance gate from the Cloghoulabeg side is now also accessible for [read more …] “Official Launch of the 20th Anniversary of Millstreet Country Park”

In Seach of Millstreet’s “Golden Eagles” on this April Day!

Motivated by Michael's wildlife breaking news many went to check out the amazing sight in West End, Millstreet. Alas ... Mary O'Sullivan of Millstreet Museum, Noreen Higgins (nee Murphy) of Holloway, London and Killarney Road, Millstreet and Liam Flynn (with binculars!) only discovered a crow who also came to investigate! Wonderfully Creative Website Administrator, Michael Cashman...like to be extra creative on 1st April. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Motivated by Michael’s wildlife breaking news many went to check out the amazing sight in West End, Millstreet. Alas … Mary O’Sullivan of Millstreet Museum, Noreen Higgins (nee Murphy) of Holloway, London and Killarney Road, Millstreet and Liam Flynn (with binoculars!) only discovered a crow which also came to investigate! Wonderfully Creative Website Administrator, Michael Cashman…likes to be extra creative on 1st April.  Even the media like “The Corkman” rang to discover the full story! Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

2Searching for the Golden Eagles in Millstreet on 1st April 2015 -8006Searching for the Golden Eagles in Millstreet on 1st April 2015 -8008Searching for the Golden Eagles in Millstreet on 1st April 2015 -800And our three dedicated Researchers continued to search….but no sign of [read more …] “In Seach of Millstreet’s “Golden Eagles” on this April Day!”