New Community Market in Rathmore

Teach Iosagain

A new community market will be starting up on Fridays from 10.30-1.30pm in Teach Iosagain, Rathmore.

The first market will take place on Friday 20th March, where there will be a variety of items for sale from artisan food producers and crafters.

Contact Tony for more information on 083-1588404

Death Notice: Kathleen Kelleher, Lackabane

KELLEHER (Lackabane, Millstreet and late of Shanakiel, Rathcoole): On February 28, 2015, at Cork University Hospital, after a short illness, KATHLEEN (nee Rea), wife of the late Connie, beloved by her sons Alan and Francis. Deeply regretted by her sons, brother William, auntie Kathleen, granddaughter Alice, Alan’s partner Martina, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and a wide circle of friends.

Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet. Rosary on this Monday evening at 9.30pm. Reposing on tomorrow, Tuesday, from 6pm, followed by removal to St Patrick’s Church, Millstreet at 8pm. Requiem Mass on Wednesday at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery. May She Rest in Peace.

Fundraiser for the BUMBLEance

Bumblelance

Fundraiser for the BUMBLEance – your support will be greatly appreciated

The aim is to travel the entire 105 miles of the River Blackwater from the Source to the Sea. The team of five undertaking the journey includes David O Keeffe, John Murt, Daniel Hickey, Danny Dillane and Denis Rahilly. The six day trip will begin, weather permitting on Monday the 23rd of March and finish at the Quays in Youghal at midday Saturday the 28th. The journey will commence with a six mile walk from the source at Muinganine to Ballydesmond Village and from here the kayaks will be used to paddle to Knocknagree. The canadian canoe will be waiting here loaded with supplies and the necessary camping and cooking equipment for the rest of the excursion. The next five days will be spent journeying the river through Kerry, Cork and Waterford with various stops along the way. It is all being done to raise awareness and funds for The BUMBLEance – Children’s Ambulance Service.

[read more …] “Fundraiser for the BUMBLEance”

Historic Graves Recording in Drishane Cemetery on Tuesday 3rd March

 

The annual blessing (pictured above) of the graves at Drishane Cemetery on Sunday, 11/11/2012.  On this Tuesday, 3rd March 2915 a group coordinated by IRD Duhallow and under the overall leadership of John Tierney,  will – under the guidance on this occasion of Mary Hackett from Waterford and formerly of Rathmore –  be doing a very interesting recording of the graves in Drishane Cemetery from 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. on Tuesday.  A number of days have already been devoted to work on Drishane Cemetery but at least one further day is necessary to complete this all-important Project.   Mary has indicated that LOCAL PEOPLE WHO WOULD VOLUNTEER TO ASSIST AT DRISHANE CEMETERY ON TUESDAY, 3rd MARCH ANYTIME FROM 9.30 TO 4.30 WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.   People interested in participating are very welcome to just arrive on the day at Drishane Cemetery where guidance on helping will be provided.   Full details, if required, from Mary McHugh at IRD Duhallow – 029 60633.    (S.R.)

The project’s website is at historicgraves.com/graveyard/drishane/co-drsh

Death Notice: Peg O’Keeffe, Drishane Rd

2009 The late (2015) Peggy O'Keeffe, Drishane RdThe death has occurred of Peggy O’Keeffe Drishane Road, Millstreet, Cork
Passed away on 27th February. Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet, with rosary this evening, Sunday, at 8pm. Reposing on Monday from 6pm to 8pm, followed by removal to Millstreet Church. Requiem Mass on Tuesday at 12 noon with burial afterwards in St. Mary’s Cemetery. May She Rest in Peace.

[read more …] “Death Notice: Peg O’Keeffe, Drishane Rd”

Hugely Impressive and Inspiring Fair Trade Fest on Saturday

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Kathryn McSweeney who with her Millstreet Community School Students superbly coordinated the creation of the delicious Fair Trade cake (notice the symbol of the person in a world of land and sea) all impressed the large attendance of the Fair Trade Fest at the Parish Centre on 28th February 2015. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Kathryn McSweeney who with her Millstreet Community School Students superbly coordinated the creation of the delicious Fair Trade cake (notice the symbol of the person in a world of land and sea) all impressed the large attendance of the Fair Trade Fest at the Parish Centre on 28th February 2015. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

We now share further images from a splendid occasion where the focus was on Fair Trade.  Teachers John Magee as well as Chris Horan and Secretary Marian Buckley were also very much involved in [read more …] “Hugely Impressive and Inspiring Fair Trade Fest on Saturday”

Claire Galvin Stars in Dublin Drama Production 3rd – 5th March 2015

"Sing what's gone so it won't be." This is not a story about losing someone, but the bit afterwards when they’ve just been lost. It’s not CSI, but it is a kind of forensics; a putting together of memories to try and make sense of it all. Who was he to you? Who was he to your mother? Who was he to his mother? It's about family, it's about love in the absence of the loved one. It happens to us all, and it doesn't unhappen; but you can come and share the story so it won't be forgotten. Written and Directed by Dylan Coburn Gray Cast: Claire Galvin

“Sing what’s gone so it won’t be.”
This is not a story about losing someone, but the bit afterwards when they’ve just been lost.
It’s not CSI, but it is a kind of forensics; a putting together of memories to try and make sense of it all. Who was he to you? Who was he to your mother? Who was he to his mother?
It’s about family, it’s about love in the absence of the loved one. It happens to us all, and it doesn’t unhappen; but you can come and share the story so it won’t be forgotten.
Written and Directed by Dylan Coburn Gray
Cast: Claire Galvin  We thank Claire for the Poster and Caption.  Click on the image to enlarge.  (S.R.)
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Certificate of Achievement and Commitment for Nora and Gerard

Congratulations to Nora O'Sullivan and Gerard O'Hanlon who recently received a Certificate of Achievement and Commitment from the County Cork School of Music. Their award was for Group Music in the Community 2014. Nora O'Sullivan and Gerard O'Hanlon are pictured with Principal of County Cork School of Music Carol Daly and their teacher Noreen O'Connor.(Photo by Sheila Fitzgerald) We thank Jim O'Sullivan for the picture and caption. (S.R.)
Congratulations to Nora O’Sullivan and Gerard O’Hanlon who recently received a Certificate
of Achievement and Commitment from the County Cork School of Music.
Their award was for Group Music in the Community 2014. Nora O’Sullivan and Gerard O’Hanlon are pictured with (second from left) Principal of County Cork School of Music
Carol Daly and their teacher Noreen O’Connor.   (Photo by Sheila Fitzgerald)  We thank Jim O’Sullivan for the picture and caption.  (S.R.)

Cullen and District Special Needs Association

Just to inform you our Zumba classes finish on March 9th 2015.

There will also be no weigh in on the 16th March 2015.

The Weigh-in will conclude on March 23rd 2015. There will be a presentation of trophies to the winners of weight loss and sponsorship collected.
There will also be a presentation of cheques to the representatives of centers caring for those with special needs.

Sponsorship cards can also be returned at any stage.

Parish Newsletter – 1st March 2015

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Second Sunday of Lent – 1st March, 2015
Canon John Fitzgerald P.P. Tel Nos. Millstreet 029-70043/Mobile 087-7752948
Email:  <email>    http://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: Andrew Hickie, The Square; D.D. Murphy, Boherbue; Mary O’Connell, Ballincollig; Peggy O’Keeffe, Drishane Rd [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 1st March 2015”

Occupational First Aid Fetac Level 5 Course

2015-02-27 First Aid Course for March - posterAfter the success of the 3 Day Occupational First Aid Course earlier this month, Dave is running the course again in March:

Course Aims:

– Understand the responsibilities of the occupational first aider.

– Provide treatment for the purpose of preserving life or minimising the consequences of injury until discharge or the arrival of medical assistance.

– Provide treatment in the workplace for an injury which does not require the attention of a medical practitioner or nurse.

– Be capable of coordinating first aid arrangements in the workplace.

– Be familiar with Health and Safety legislation on First Aid provision in the workplace.

Millstreet E-Centre 9th, 10th & 11th Mar 2015.

Places Limited. Contact Dave on [read more …] “Occupational First Aid Fetac Level 5 Course”

Traditional Cottage Lisnacun

2015-02-26 Traditional Cottage Lisnacun - photo by TMC photography 01-800Traditional thatched cottage Lisnacun is open inside to the public this weekend!

Just a mile off the main Mallow/Killarney road (N72) near St.John’s Church in Dromagh! (see map below)

A beautiful place and a step back in time.

Photos thanks to Tom from TMC Photography.

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[read more …] “Traditional Cottage Lisnacun”

Impressive Abnormal Load Makes Superb Progress

The transport of the enormous transformer for the ESB so very smoothly passed Carriganima and onwards to Cahirdowney for placement. The overall project was superbly cordinated by the Gardaí and the ESB. This stretch of the journey took place between 1.00 and 2.00 this morning. Brendan Murphy, Seán Murphy and I were there to cover the occasion for LTV2 Millstreet. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
The transport of the enormous transformer for the ESB so very smoothly passed Carriganima and onwards to Cahirdowney for placement. The overall project was superbly cordinated by the Gardaí and the ESB. This stretch of the journey took place between 1.00 and 2.00 this morning. Brendan Murphy, Seán Murphy and I were there to cover the occasion for LTV2 Millstreet. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

34Abnormal Load Makes Progress 27 Feb. 2015 -80022Abnormal Load Makes Progress 27 Feb. 2015 -80020Abnormal Load Makes Progress 27 Feb. 2015 -800And here we share further images from this historic occasion this morning.  Our congratulations to the wonderfully skilful transport operators of this huge abnormal load as it progressed through village and [read more …] “Impressive Abnormal Load Makes Superb Progress”

Looking for Rental Property

Hi, I am returning to Ireland to work in March 2015. I am originally from Millstreet and I am looking to find a property for short term (a couple of weeks) to medium term (a couple of months) to rent. Ideally the property would be in Millstreet town, clean, furnished and with 1-2 bedrooms. Can anyone help? It may be of interest to someone with a vacant property that is for sale and wishes to make an income form it in the meantime.
Thank you
Tony (pabroderick@hotmail.com)

Death Notice: Andrew John HICKIE

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Andrew Hickie (7th Nov 2014 at the launch of the Community Singers CD)

HICKIE (The Square, Millstreet, Co. Cork) ANDREW JOHN: On February 25, 2015, died peacefully, brother of the late Noreen and Jack. Deeply missed and regretted by his loving wife Mary and his heartbroken children Aileen, Sinead, Clare and John, his sons-in-law Matt, Stuart and Ian, daughter-in-law Nicola, his 13 much loved and doting grandchildren, nephew Tom, along with other nieces and nephews, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, relatives and friends.

Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet on this Thursday evening from 6pm to 8pm, followed by removal to St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet. Requiem Mass on tomorrow, Friday, at 12 noon, followed by burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.

‘Fair Trade Fest’ – Sat. 28th Feb. in Millstreet Parish Centre

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The Fair Trade Fest will take place in Millstreet Parish Centre on Saturday 28th February 2015 after 6.30pm Mass.  The event, which takes place during Fairtrade Fortnight, will raise awareness about the opportunities to purchase products marked with the Fairtrade stamp locally and how doing so supports the work of producers in developing countries.  There will be a raffle for this hamper containing Fairtrade goods, some of which have been donated by local retailers.  

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Those who do not have a family member attending the school can buy a line on Saturday night in the Parish Centre to be in with a chance of winning the hamper.  A line costs €1.  The draw will take place at 7.30pm on Saturday night.  All are welcome to attend.