Margaret O’KEEFFE, Keletra, Dromagh

O’KEEFFE (Keletra, Dromagh): On November 24, 2014, peacefully, in the presence of her loving family, in the excellent care of the nurses and staff of Mallow General Hospital, MARGARET (nee Murphy), beloved wife of the late Johnny, sister of the late Sheila and Carlin and mother-in-law of the recently deceased Abina Karen, loving mother of Mairéad, Helen, Michael and John. Sadly missed by her loving family, daughter-in-law Juliet, sons-in-law Tom O’Callaghan and Tom O’Hare, her adored and cherished 11 grandchildren, brothers-in-law Paddy O’Sullivan and Dan Carlin and Richie, nieces, nephews, relatives, close friends and great neighbours.
Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet on this Wednesday evening from 5.30pm to 8pm, followed by removal to the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Derrinagree. Requiem Mass on tomorrow, Thursday, at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.

“Choons for Childrens Charities at Christmas” at Millstreet GAA Community Hall this Saturday Night at 7.30

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Click the poster for full size

On Saturday night 7.30, after mass we will host
“Choons for Childrens Charities at Christmas”

‘Strings’ will open proceedings!
Then there will be a cup of tea.
After this, the ‘challenge’ is open to everyone … So please bring an instrument or your singing voice on the night!
There will be different ‘stations’ in the hall where you can go play a tune or sing a verse of a song and donate to childrens charities…
All donations/ monies collected on the night will be sent to childrens charities before Christmas… Members of ‘Strings’ , as the hosts , have chosen the childrens charities we will be donating to.
You can check this out on Facebook – ‘Choons for Childrens Charities at Christmas‘.
If you can’t make it on the night you can post your ‘challenge’ on the FB page. & text your donation when the text numbers become available.

Many thanks to Emer Twomey for this important reminder.   We truly encourage people to attend this magnificent “Strings” brief performance of around 25 minutes.    (S.R.)

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also from Geraldine: Next Saturday night ‘STRINGS’ Fiddle Group Will host a challenge “Choons for Children’s Charities at Christmas” in the GAA hall at half 7. The group will give the same performance as they gave in Scartaglin two weeks ago. All are welcome to come and see them. Admission is free but we are hoping to raise some money for a number of children’s charities on the night. There will be donation buckets for anyone who would like to contribute. There will be tea, coffee, biscuits, maybe a bun or two and great music. People are invited to bring along their instruments and join in. [read more …] ““Choons for Childrens Charities at Christmas” at Millstreet GAA Community Hall this Saturday Night at 7.30″

“Strings” Musical Group and P.J. Teahan on “Radio Treasures” Tonight on Cork Music Station – This Feature at 9.45pm

Many thanks to P.J. Teahan who has bees so superbly coordinating the current "Handed Down" bank of culture and tradition at Scartaglin Heritage Centre. This was the the glorious scene at Scartaglin in May 2014 with 94 years young Maurice O'Keeffe in front. Also included is Emer Twomey Of "Strings" (in blue in front of Monument). Click on the image to enlarge. We've been sent a series of pictures by P.J. taken by photographers Tomás Mac Uilleagead ,Liz Galwey and Seán Abeyta. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
Many thanks (for this great picture) to P.J. Teahan who has been so superbly coordinating the current “Handed Down” bank of culture and tradition at Scartaglin Heritage Centre. This was the the glorious scene at Scartaglin in May 2014 with the renowned 94 years young Maurice O’Keeffe in front. Also included is Emer Twomey of “Strings” (in blue in front of Monument).  We’ve been sent a series of pictures by P.J. taken by photographers Tomás Mac Uilleagead ,Liz Galwey and Seán Abeyta. Click on the image to enlarge.   (S.R.)

“Radio Treasures” tonight (from 9.30 to 11.00) features a repeat broadcast of our recently recorded 23 minutes of “Strings” magnificent performance at Scartaglin Heritage Centre plus tonight a comprehensive interview with P.J. Teahan who has been so dedicatedly coordinating the “Handed Down” Series at Scartaglin.  Both of these features will be broadcast beginning at 9.45pm and may be accessed on www.corkmusicstation.com .   Tonight also we include a special feature on Bing Crosby and we listen to Niamh Kavanagh’s “In Your Eyes” as requested by loyal listeners.   And there’s lots more…Do tune in if you get a chance.   Happy Listening!

Millstreet 2015 Calendar – An Ideal Present With “Together” CD

We thank Joseph Kelleher of Millstreet Community Council for the important Poster. The superb Calendar 2015 is on sale at many local outlets including Dairygold, Millstreet Credit Union, Ballydaly, Tony O'Brien's at Minor Row, Tony McCaul's, Centra, Millstreet Museum and lots more locations. The Calendars will also be on sale at the Christmas Market on 6th/7th December in Millstreet GAA Community Hall. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
We thank Joseph Kelleher of Millstreet Community Council for the important Poster. The superb Calendar 2015 is on sale at many local outlets including Dairygold, Millstreet Credit Union, Ballydaly, Tony O’Brien’s at Minor Row, Tony McCaul’s, Centra, Millstreet Museum and lots more locations. The Calendars will also be on sale at the Christmas Market on 6th/7th December in Millstreet GAA Community Hall.   Click on the image to enlarge.   (S.R.)
It was Marie Twomey and Justin Black who very creatively coordinated the production of the Millstreet 2015 Calendar and Marie has also been wonderfully involved in the bringing to reality of the "Together" CD which features the Millstreet Community Singers. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
It was Marie Twomey and Justin Black who very creatively coordinated the production of the Millstreet 2015 Calendar and Marie has also been wonderfully involved in the bringing to reality of the “Together” CD which features the Millstreet Community Singers. Click on the image to enlarge.   (S.R.)

Regional Report No. 2144 – Tuesday 25th Nov. 2014

Regional Report No. 1244

by Seán Radley deputising for Eily Buckley

Tuesday, 25th Nov. 2014

Listen to the Weekly Report from C103 on the audio player below:

The following is the script of this Week’s Regional Report from Millstreet:

Greetings, dear Listeners, from Millstreet on this the 25th November – the Feast of St. Catherine of Alexandria who is the patroness of philosophers and preachers.    Deputising for Eily Buckley this is Regional Report No. 1244.  We hear about a visit to Carriganima by the musical Murphys who in fact will be interviewed on c103 at 8.30pm on Wednesday. We learn about success in Youghal and about the new season of LTV2 Millstreet.   The Local Lotto Prize reaches new heights….and there’s more- much more! [read more …] “Regional Report No. 2144 – Tuesday 25th Nov. 2014”

Celtic Steps – The Show at Abbey Hotel, Ballyvourney on this Friday

We are delighted to announce that Celtic Steps The Show will be performing live on stage in the Abbey Hotel Ballyvourney on Friday November 28th “THIS IS A FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR CLONDROHID COMMUNITY CRECHE” SO BOOK YOUR BABYSITTER NOW!!!

TICKETS ARE ON SALE FOR THIS EVENT at

Clann Aire Creche,

Healy’s post Office Clondrohid, &

The Abbey Hotel Ballyvourney

€15.00 PER PERSON http://www.celticsteps.ie/
Celtic Steps | An evening of spectacular Irish music, song & dance | Irish dance show
www.celticsteps.ie
 
We thank Peter Lane from Clondrohid for this important notice.  (S.R.)

Very Successful Fundraising Event at Rathmore Much Appreciated

THANK YOU.

 The Staff of The Holy Family N.S., Rathmore,  

would like to sincerely thank all who supported their recent

Coffee Morning and Cake Sale in memory of the late

Helena Herlihy.

The total raised for Marymount Hospice & Cancer Care C.U.H Cancer Care is €4,100.00.

High Speed Broadband

2014-11-24 Broadband Development Map 02The government today launched its strategy to get high speed broadband into all homes in the country. Cities and towns are due to be connected by 2016 while those of us in villages and the coutryside will be left behind and the government plan is to have those in place by 2020 (state substatised). Fortunately Millstreet town will be connected, but not an inch past the town limits. No villages like Cullen, Rathcoole, Dromagh, etc will be connected.  pictured right is the map of Millstreet with areas in blue being the parts that will be connected. There’s a full interactive map at broadband.gov.ie [read more …] “High Speed Broadband”

Medjugorje Mass in Tralee Remembering Fr. Slavko on Monday at 7.30pm

Breda King has alerted us to the celebration of a Mass of Remembrance on the Anniversary of Fr. Slavko (Medjugorje) on this Monday night at 7.30 with Rosary beforehand and Adoration afterwards in the Bonsecours Chapel, Tralee.  (S.R.)

Millstreet Fire Brigade Educational Visit to Rathcoole Playschool

On Tuesday 18th Nov. 2014 Millstreet Fire Brigade paid an eduational visit to Rathcoole Playschool. Paula and Michael gave the enthusiastic children a marvellous insight into the basic working of the impressive Fire Brigade unit and its essential equipment. We thank Maura, Breeda and Majella from Rathcoole playschool for sharing the many images of the visit. Click on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.)
On Tuesday 18th Nov. 2014 Millstreet Fire Brigade paid an eduational visit to Rathcoole Playschool. Paula and Michael gave the enthusiastic children a marvellous insight into the basic workings of the impressive Fire Brigade unit and its essential equipment. We thank Maura, Breeda and Majella from Rathcoole Playschool for sharing the many images of the visit. Click on the pictures to enlarge.   (S.R.)

6Millstreet Fire Brigade Visit to Rathcoole Playschool 2014 -80010Millstreet Fire Brigade Visit to Rathcoole Playschool 2014 -800And here are more great images of the wonderfully memorable event at the
[read more …] “Millstreet Fire Brigade Educational Visit to Rathcoole Playschool”

Pension and Budget Changes Information Seminar on Tuesday 25th Nov.

Pension and Budget Changes Information Seminar

Tuesday November 25th 7.30p.m.

The Duhallow Women’s Forum will hold an Information Seminar on Pension entitlements and will highlight the changes that will take place in the budget for 2015 and how these may affect you. This seminar is free for everyone but we do ask that you register your interest by contacting Mary Creedon on 029 60633.  (S.R.)

“Love & Care For People” Event at Millstreet GAA Community Hall

Among the Guest Speakers at Saturday's International Event in Millstreet GAA Community Hall were Melissa Mullane and Joe Costello, T.D.(2nd and 3rd from left). Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Among the Guest Speakers at Saturday’s International Event in Millstreet GAA Community Hall were Melissa Mullane and Joe Costello, T.D.(2nd and 3rd from left). Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

2International Day at Millstreet Community Hall 22 Nov. 2014 -800A brief interview with Melissa and Joe was recorded also for later transmission on LTV2 [read more …] ““Love & Care For People” Event at Millstreet GAA Community Hall”

Millstreet Community Singers at Vigil Mass Tonight

Millstreet Community Singers whose recently launched "Together" CD is hugely popular, truly enhanced tonight's Vigil Mass at which the children and parents of those preparing for First Holy Communion also very much participated
Millstreet Community Singers whose recently launched “Together” CD is proving hugely popular, truly enhanced tonight’s liturgy during the Vigil Mass at which the children and parents of those preparing for First Holy Communion also very much participated.  Click on the images to enlarge.    (S.R.)

Back Row: Mairead Daly, Margaret Dennehy, Ann O’Brien, Joan O’Connell, Marie Murphy, Marion O’Sullivan, Jerry O’Riordan, Tom Goggin, Mary Kelleher, Marie Twomey.
Front Row: Teresa Buckley, Kathleen Kelleher, Tessy Lynch, Maura Cronin, Peggy Moriarty, Eileen O’Riordan, Mary Dennehy, Eily Buckley, Kathleen O’Leary [read more …] “Millstreet Community Singers at Vigil Mass Tonight”

Parish Newsletter – 23rd November, 2014 – Solemnity of Christ the King

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Solemnity of Christ the King – 23rd November, 2014
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: Peggy O’Leary, Ploverfield [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 23rd November, 2014 – Solemnity of Christ the King”

Brosna v Millstreet – looking ahead to the Munster Semi

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Munster Junior Football Club Semi Final

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Result: BROSNA 1-10 MILLSTREET 0-8

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2pm  Sunday 23rd November in Brosna

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Support the lads. C’mon the Sráid!

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We’ve never been in this position before, so we’d encourage everyone to get out and support the lads as Brosna at home will have a big following … and make your voices heard ! It should take most of an hour to get there [directions]. A very large crowd is expected, so go in plenty of time they are trying to park everyone in a 5 1/2 acre field at the edge of the village. (That’s going to be fun with all the recent rain). The weather looks good (8C sunshine and little wind), but bring a warm coat and hat as the pitch is it’s up on top of a hill, the stand is small, and there’s little other protection.

There’s been quite a bit in the media in advance of the game:

Collins (Tadgh) relishing chance to prove skills in border skirmish – “It’s a huge test for us to be crossing the county bounds and coming up against the Kerry champions. All involved with Millstreet are just thrilled to be [read more …] “Brosna v Millstreet – looking ahead to the Munster Semi”

Michael Presents a Superb Millstreet Gramophone Circle Programme

Michael Drew of Boherbue (on extreme right) presented a truly marvellous musical programme of some 24 choices of great variety to a capacity audience in Millstreet Day Care Centre on Friday night. Here pictured are just some of the people present for the very enjoyable cultural event. Our December presentation ( on Friday 12th Dec.) will be given by Margaret McCarron of Bandon (and Cullen) who always enchants us with an exquisite Christmas Programme of Music. We've just introduced a texting service alerting patrons in advance to our monthly meetings. If you wish to be included in this please contact and I shall place you on the Gramophone Texting Service. (S.R.)
Michael Drew of Boherbue (on extreme right) presented a truly marvellous musical programme of some 24 choices of great variety to a capacity audience in Millstreet Day Care Centre on Friday night. Here pictured are just some of the many people present for the very enjoyable cultural event. Our December presentation ( on Friday 12th Dec.) will be given by Margaret McCarron of Bandon (and Cullen) who always enchants us with an exquisite Christmas Programme of Music. We’ve just introduced a texting service alerting patrons in advance to our monthly meetings. If you wish to be included in this please contact (by commenting on this post) and I shall place you on the Millstreet Gramophone Texting Service.  (S.R.)

We Are The Migrants Of Duhallow

We are the migrants of Duhallow from our first homes far away
In Britain and Countries of Europe, South America, Canada and the U S of A
Australia, New Zealand and Asia and Countries in Africa as well
Of our journeys that took us from Ireland we have our own stories to tell

We are the migrants of Duhallow from Kilcorney, Nad and Boherbue
Rockchapel, Meelin and Newmarket and Dromtarriffe and Derrinagree
And Lyre, Banteer and Castlemagner, Kilbrin and Freemount of music and song
We may live far from the shores of Hibernia but our bond to Duhallow remains strong

[read more …] “We Are The Migrants Of Duhallow”

“Strings” on Film at Scartaglin

To view a brief sequence of “Strings” magnificent performance at Scartaglin Heritage & Cultural Centre last Saturday night – just access the film clip superbly recorded and edited by Seán Abeyta.  We thank Emer Twomey for alerting us to the important YouTube film clip and we remind you that on “Radio Treasures” on www.corkmusicstation.com next Tuesday night we shall be repeating (by very popular demand) the complete 23 minutes at 9.45  of “Strings” truly marvellous musical presentation.   The film clip is available on http://youtu.be/fB-HMNg1PIQ    (S.R.)

Millstreet Gramophone Circle this Friday at 8.30pm

The monthly meeting of Millstreet Gramophone Circle takes place this Friday, 21st Nov. (Presentation Day) at 8.30pm (not 8.15 which is our usual time) at Millstreet Day Care Centre in Clara Road.  Our Presenter this month is Michael Drew of Boherbue.   All are very welcome to what promises to be a most enjoyable evening of Michael’s musical choices.   Admission is free and we have a Draw after the end of part one.  (S.R.)

Neil named as Judge for 2015 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Finals

Neil O'Connor - formerly of West End, now a top Showjumping judge in the USA (photo from Feb 2013)Congratulations to Neil O’Connor who has been announced as a judge for the 2015 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Finals which are to be held in Las Vegas from the 15th to the 19th of April next year.

Neil O’Connor (USA) is a USEF and FEI 3* Judge and Steward and officiates regularly at national and international shows. He has served as President or Member of the Ground Jury at many prestigious U.S. shows such as the Hampton Classic, Pennsylvania National, Winter Equestrian Festival, Washington International, National Horse Show, and the inaugural 2014 Central Park Horse Show. Internationally, O’Connor has officiated at Spruce Meadows and the Royal Winter Fair, both in Canada. A native of (West End) Millstreet, County Cork Ireland, O’Connor now resides in the U.S., and ironically he was the Foreign Judge at the 2014 Dublin Horse Show. – from the Chronicle of the Horse.

—— “Born in West End, Millstreet in County Cork, Mr. O’Connor, 33, has been involved with horses all his life, riding them and grooming them, simply because, he said, ”horses were the biggest thing happening in my town.” Mill Pearl, a horse that [read more …] “Neil named as Judge for 2015 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Finals”

Millstreet Christmas Market

Millstreet Christmas Market

This weekend

 

Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th December
12-5pm each day

 

Visit Santa from 2.30 – 4pm each day

 

Huge selection of gifts,
crafts, decorations, fashion, art, baking
and much more this year

 

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6th & 7th December – 12-5pm •  Santa’s Grotto 2.30 – 4pm Each Day
We’re really excited this year – We have searched far and wide for lots of new and interesting stand holders with everything from Fudge, baking, crafts, Christmas decorations, stained glass and Gifts to Accessories and fashion. Santa will be in his grotto from 2.30 to 4pm each day. [read more …] “Millstreet Christmas Market”

Death Notice: Peggy O’Leary, Ploverfield

O’LEARY (Ploverfield, Cullen): On November 17, 2014, in the tender and loving care of the matron and staff of Millstreet Community Hospital, PEGGY (nee Daly), wife of the late Dan. Deeply regretted by her family Pat, Bridget, Denis and Antonia, sons-in-law Michéal and Matthew, daughter-in-law Claire, grandchildren Daniel, Michael, Stephen, Úna, Donagh, Danielle, Mary and Redmond, sisters-in-law Margaret and Elizabeth, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet tomorrow, Thursday, from 5.30pm to 8pm, followed by removal to the Church of The Nativity, Cullen. Requiem Mass on Friday at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Millstreet Community Hospital.

Cullen Community Centre

The re-opening

of the

recently refurbished

Community Centre in Cullen

takes place on

Saturday night, December 13th

at 8.00 p.m. 

  After the official opening, there will be a Mulled

Wine Reception followed by finger food.

Music on the night will be supplied by the Kelts.

Full bar facilities will be available.  

Adm.  €10.

Draw for €100 on door ticket on the night.

“Strings” Superb Performance at Scartaglin Being Broadcast on “Radio Treasures” on Cork Music Station at 9.45 Tonight

"Strings" truly impressed the capacity audience at Scartaglin Heritage and Cultural Centre on Saturday, 15th Nov. 2014. The excellent 23 minute performance may be heard on Cork Music Station on my weekly programme "Radio Treasures" (9.30 to 11.00 pm) at 9.45 tonight (Tuesday 18th Nov.). Here we share a selection of images from the occasion of musical excellence. Click on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.)
“Strings” truly impressed the capacity audience at Scartaglin Heritage and Cultural Centre on Saturday, 15th Nov. 2014. The excellent 23 minute performance may be heard on Cork Music Station on my weekly programme “Radio Treasures” (9.30 to 11.00 pm) at 9.45 tonight (Tuesday 18th Nov.). Here we share a selection of images from the occasion of musical excellence. Click on the pictures to enlarge.   (S.R.)

www.corkmusicstation.com To access the online radio station just click.

Such has been the local, national and international interest in the 23 minute broadcast tonight that many have requested a repeat broadcast of the Scartaglin Musical Experience with the superb “Strings” – so we’ve decided to repeat the full feature at 9.45pm on Tuesday next 25th Nov. on the very same programme and on the same online radio station.   Many thanks for all the uplifting messages from such people as JD Kelleher in London and many more.

And here are the members of the Group (thanks to Emer for the list): Patrick Buckley, Éabha Sheehan, Niamh Smyth, Katie Linehan, Méabh Buckley, Orlaith Twomey, Hannah O’ Regan,  Katie Hickey, Anna Buckley, Conor Daly, Alanna Barry, Leah Murphy, Sarah Dennehy, Daniel O’Callaghan, Katie Crowley, Brídelle Cronin,  Siobhán Cronin, Orla Twomey, Linda Desmond, Lisa Fitzgerald, Keyboard Darragh Twomey, Diarmuid Cronin, Gemma O’ Regan & Bridelle Cronin.

12Strings at Scartaglin Concert 15 Nov. 2014 -8004Strings at Scartaglin Concert 15 Nov. 2014 -80014Strings at Scartaglin Concert 15 Nov. 2014 -8005Strings at Scartaglin Concert 15 Nov. 2014 -800We received such a warm Sliabh Luachra welcome in Scartaglin with tea, coffee and brack following the night of great presentations where the focus was on a celebration of the life of the Murphy Family of [read more …] ““Strings” Superb Performance at Scartaglin Being Broadcast on “Radio Treasures” on Cork Music Station at 9.45 Tonight”