Death Notice: Maureen O’Callaghan, North Horsemount
O’CALLAGHAN (Kilcorney): On February 1, 2015, peacefully, at home in North Horsemount, MAUREEN (nee O’Donovan, late of Fortgrady, Banteer), beloved wife of the late Timmie, loving mother of Pat and John. Deeply regretted by her sons, daughters-in-law Mary and Flora, brother Denis, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandchildren, great-granddaughter, nephews, nieces, neighbours, relatives and friends.
Reposing at St. Nicholas’ Church, Kilcorney this Monday evening from 6pm to 8pm. Requiem Mass on tomorrow, Tuesday, at 2pm. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace
Lunar Halo in the night skies
A rarely seen phenomena was seen in the skies tonight as the moon looked to have a huge ring around it.
Quite beautiful, it’s called a lunar halo and here’s the explanation:
“A lunar halo is caused by the refraction, reflection, and dispersion of light through ice particles suspended within thin, wispy, high altitude cirrus or cirrostratus clouds. As light passes through these hexagon-shaped ice crystals, it is bent at a 22 degree angle, creating a halo 22 degrees in radius (or 44 degrees in diameter).” – from Farmers Alamac
Our photo doesn’t do it justice, so have a look at lots of great photos of Lunar Halos
St.Briget’s Mass
Photos from 11:30am mass yesterday morning (the feast day of St.Bridget) at St.Patrick’s Church, Millstreet. Photos by Tom from TMC Photography (tmcphotographycork.squarespace.com)
Dromtariffe Juvenile and Ladies GAA Social
Celebration Night for the Dromtariffe Juvenile & Ladies GAA, held in the Wallis Arms Hotel on Saturday night January 31st 2015. Photos thanks to Michelle.
See more photos by Dromtariffe GAA (31), Dromtariffe Ladies LGFA (11)
Michael & Kathy Superb on “At Your Service” RTÉ1 Television Tonight
If you missed the programme, you can watch it on the RTÉ Player (until February 22nd)
One may view the excellent programme on the RTÉ Player. Anne Keane and Con Herbert were among those who coordinated the most enjoyable set dancing workshop. The programme will undoubtedly be hugely beneficial to the overall enterprise and we are all truly motivated to visit Sherkin with its truly exquisite, beautiful scenery where I spent my very first holiday as a teenager with the wonderfully welcoming O’Connor Family. We all wish Michael & Kathy the greatest of success. Now we share some more still images which I recorded as I watched the [read more …] “Michael & Kathy Superb on “At Your Service” RTÉ1 Television Tonight”
On this day February 1st 1921
On the 1st of February 1921: The first execution under martial law of an IRA man took place.
Cornelius Murphy of Ballydaly, Millstreet, was shot by firing squad at the Cork Military Barracks (which is now on the grounds of UCC), after he had been arrested on January 3rd at his parents house in Ballydaly, tried by court martial and found guilty of having a revolver in his possession.
The plaque (right) at UCC commemorates those executed and buried there in 1921.
Read much more about Captain Con Murphy in this old article.
Death Notice: James Hickey, Cullen
The death has occurred on Saturday January 31st of James Hickey, Meenskehy, Cullen. Peacefully at his home, beloved husband of Dolores and dear father of Seamus, Donagh, Mary Rose, Damian and Mairead. Sadly misssed by his loving family, sisters Mia and Sheila, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet, on Sunday from 5.30pm followed by removal at 8.00pm to Derrinagree Church. Requiem Mass Monday at 12 noon and burial afterwards in Cullen Cemetery.
Lá Fhéile Bríde – St. Brigid’s Day on Sunday 1st February 2015
The original symbol of RTÉ Television was in fact the [read more …] “Lá Fhéile Bríde – St. Brigid’s Day on Sunday 1st February 2015”
Parish Newsletter – 1st February 2015
PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time – 1st February, 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: Richie Goggin, Rathcoole; Charlie Mac Breathy, London & Donegal. [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 1st February 2015”
Noreen’s Splendid Coverage of Millstreet GAA Victory Social
LTV2 Millstreet Programme 245 Now Online
LTV2 Millstreet Programme 245 Now Online we hope you enjoy our latest Programme
Lourdes Table Quiz – Thank you!
The Table Quiz that took place on Friday 30th January in the Wallis Arms was a great success. The purpose of the evening was to raise money to help cover the travel and accommodation costs of six 5th year students who are going to Lourdes at Easter as helpers with the IHCPT – The Irish Pilgrimage Trust (€650/head). Thirty two teams took part in the quiz and along with the raffle a total of €1894 was raised, which is fantastic.
Thanks to everyone who took part in the event and helped in any way to make the quiz a success. Thanks especially to the Wallis Arms for providing the back room free of charge and to John Tarrant for devising excellent questions once again.
Sherkin North Shore’s New Website and Upcoming T.V. Programme
We’ve just added a new link to our “More Local Websites” section of our homepage – Sherkin North Shore. We encourge you to view this new magnificent website http://www.sherkinnorthshore.com/ which has been created by Kathy and Michael O’Connor. We thank Nancy in USA for alerting us to this splendid new development. And, of course, don’t forget that Sherkin North Shore will be the very interesting subject of RTÉ’s “At Your Service” series with the Brennan Brothers this Sunday on RTÉ1 television at 8.30pm. Every success to Kathy, Michael and their dedicated Team. (S.R.)
At Your Service Crew to meet O’Connor’s on Sherkn Island – Show with Mike and Kathy O’Connor is previewed on the Corkman (29th Jan)
Superb Gathering for MCS Table Quiz Tonight at Wallis Arms Hotel
While Jennifer posed the many questions it was John Tarrant who actually wrote them. Table Quiz Events are definitely hugely popular in Millstreet. Let’s observe many more images from tonight’s very [read more …] “Superb Gathering for MCS Table Quiz Tonight at Wallis Arms Hotel”
Upcoming Courses at Millstreet E-Centre
- Occupational First Aid (FETAC Level 5) – 9th to11th February (contact Dave at 086 3831045 to secure a place)
- Social Media for Business (one day course – 17th February) – book your place online here: https://www.localenterprise.ie/CorkNorthandWest/Training-Events/Online-Bookings/
- Baby Massage Classes from 18th February – to book just ring Pat on 087 9721149
- We thank Millstreet E-Centre for alerting us to these very useful Courses. (S.R.)
Music Room in Boherbue Presentation on Thurs. 5th Feb. 8pm
The next Presentation at Boherbue’s Music Room in the Pearse Memorial Hall takes place on Thursday, 5th February 2015 at 8pm. The Presenter is Anne McCarthy of Boherbue. We thank Maura for the notice. Millstreet Gramophone Circle’s next presentation takes place on Friday, 20th Feb. at 8.15pm and will be presented by Joe Kennelly of Ballincollig and Millstreet. (S.R.)
AGM of Millstreet Golf Society on Thursday 5th Feb. at 9.30pm
The AGM of Millstreet Golf Society will be held in The Bridge Bar, Millstreet on Thursday 5th February at 9:30pm. We thank Denis for the notice. (S.R.)
A Huge Thank You
We would like to thank everyone that helped to make the Christmas decoration of Millstreet a success this year. Many people volunteered and contributed in different ways. From the electricians, machinery operators and helpers who put up the lights to the houses and businesses and organisations who paid for the electricity, those who donated trees, money, tools, equipment and time, tea and sandwiches and everyone who spread the word – it couldn’t have happened without you and we very much appreciate your help.
Christmas Committee
Millstreet Development Group
Table Quiz in The Wallis Arms on TONIGHT
Sliabh Luachra Juvenile Cycling Club
Sliabh Luachra Juvenile Cycling Club
Registration and Info night for Juveniles and their parents
Wednesday Feb 18th 7:30pm Teach Iosagain Rathmore
Age 10 upwards U12, U14, U16, U18(Juniors) Boys & Girls
Training will commence on Saturday 21st February (time and venue to be confirmed)
Mary O’Mahony of M.A.R.A. Visits Millstreet Museum
CART: Weekly Card Playing on Sunday nights in The Pub
Souvenir Booklet from Millsteeet GAA Celebration Banquet
Millstreet GAA published a 12 page Souvenir Booklet at it’s Celebration Banquet in the Dromhall Hotel last Saturday night January 24th 2015. It has lots of nice photos and information. If you don’t have it, click on this link to view it online.
Connie Kelleher
Connie Kelleher for Millstreet Played Gaelic Football
And of his great games in the green and gold jersey many to recall
Loved by the Millstreet fans and a true gentleman
Though sadly of years of life he did not have a long span
It was with great pride he wore the green and gold
Today were he living he would be growing old
The Reaper of Lives did claim his life when young
But surely his praises deserve to be sung [read more …] “Connie Kelleher”
Camogie Club Church Gate Collection
Brian Kennedy at the Briery Gap
Postponed until Friday 6th March !!
Brian Kennedy will be live for one night only at Briery Gap, Macroom.
His amazing voice is one that needs to be heard live to truly appreciate his pitch perfect vocals!
Saturday 7th February Friday 6th March 2015 at 8:30pm
Admission €18/€15
Please contact Box Office on 026-41793 for bookings or alternatively check out our website brierygap.ie
Historic Graves Surveying
IRD Duhallow is seeking to train communities in historic graveyard recording and publication. We are calling on all communities from the following areas to get involved because only with the help of volunteers will we be able to tell, record and publish local stories of people and place. If you can take a photograph you can learn the survey system. All training will take place from 9.30a.m. to 4p.m. Please look at the dates below and if you think you will be able to come along please give Mary Creedon a ring on 029 60633.
- Old Kilcorney: Friday 6th and Saturday 7th of February
- Drishane: Friday 13th and Saturday 14th of February
- Taur: Friday 27th and Saturday 28th February
- Lyre: Friday 6th and Saturday 7th of March
- Lismire: Friday 13th and Saturday 14th of March
- Dromtariffe: Friday 20th and Saturday 21st March
- Kiskeam: Friday 27th and Saturday 28th of March
- Rockchapel: Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th of April We thank IRD Duhallow for this notice. (S.R.)
“People’s Debate” on TV3 Tonight Recorded in Charleville Park Hotel
The “People’s Debate” with Vincent Browne tonight 28th January 2015 includes many contributions and references to IRD Duhallow and LEADER. The television programme is on TV3 at 10pm. Our thanks to IRD Duhallow for alerting us to the programme which was recorded in Charleville last Friday night. (S.R.)
Arthritis Ireland in Millstreet
Do you have arthritis or fibromyalgia? Then the Living Well with Arthritis course is for you. In just 6 weekly 2 ½ hour sessions you will learn how to: manage your pain, reduce your fatigue, improve your sense of well-being and meet and share experiences with people with arthritis who are coping with many of the same issues as you.
Each course usually has 18 people and is led by trained leaders. Most of the leaders have arthritis themselves or are health care professionals. They are all interested in helping people with arthritis, and have successfully completed a Leader Training Workshop.