Regional Report 1209 – 11th March 2014

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Eily Buckley

Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to News Report 1209 from Millstreet  Fondest greetings dear listeners and I wish you all the very best on this crisp and bright sunny morning.

Plans are well in place for our annual St. Patrick’s Day Parades which will be held in Carriganima on Sunday next March 16th and in Millstreet town on the Feast of our Patron Saint Monday March 17th  which is a Holy Day of Obligation. Our people are already decorating the places, parades will start in Carriganima  at 3pm on Sunday and at 5pm in Millstreet on Monday. There is a wide range of categories and prizes galore for the best in each. Free face painting, and street entertainment. And lots more not least among them our own Pipe Band.

There’s a Community Council Meeting at the Wallis Arms Hotel to finalise

plans for the Parade. Starts at 9.

[read more …] “Regional Report 1209 – 11th March 2014”

Sullane Sessions at the Briery Gap

photo of Oliver Cole and guests The Shaker HymnCurrently running at the Briery Gap, Macroom are the “Sullane Sessions”, a new series of intimate gigs highlighting the best in national and international singer songwriters.

The series kicked off on Saturday 24th May with the enchanting Katie Kim and support from Joan Shelley, and continues on June 13th with Oliver Cole & Guests The Shaker Hymn, 25th July with Daniel Martin Moore & Guests Jackson Dyer & Ghost Town Jenny, and 23rd August with John Blek & The Rats, with further dates to be announced.

Following an extensive renovation programme in 2013, including a state of the art lighting and sound system, new theatre seating and refurbished Theatre Bar, Briery Gap has focused on delivering a broad and diverse programme of events. According to Ann Dunne, Manager of Briery Gap, “The Sullane Sessions series will be a fantastic addition to the theatre and will attract yet another new audience to Briery Gap, further demonstrating our commitment to attracting the best in musical talent”

Tickets for all gigs (over 18s) are €10 and can be purchased in advance from Briery Gap Box Office on 026-41793. For information, photos, and updates, check out facebook.com/sullanesessions.

LTV2 Programme 233 (Number 13 of 2014 Season) Now Online


LTV2 Millstreet Programme 233 is now online right here on millstreet.ie or on the LTV2 Facebook Page or you can tune in on your TV this Sunday Evening Mar 9 at 8.00pm

To receive reception one needs to retune analogue settings (available in menu “settings”). When scanning is complete one will now have the [read more …] “LTV2 Programme 233 (Number 13 of 2014 Season) Now Online”

Matt and Colm’s Musical Programme Thrills the Many Visitors at “The Pub”

Pictured at "The Pub" in Carriganima following the hugely successful musical performance by Matt Keane and Colm Naughton on Saturday night (8th March 2014). From left - Seán Murphy, Matt Keane, William Fitzgerald and Colm Naughton. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
Pictured at “The Pub” in Carriganima following the hugely successful musical performance by Matt Keane and Colm Naughton on Saturday night (8th March 2014). From left – Seán Murphy, Matt Keane, William Fitzgerald and Colm Naughton. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

Parish Newsletter – 9th March, 2014 – First Sunday of Lent

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

First Sunday of Lent – 9th March, 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:             Jeremiah Cronin, Oxford & Cullen; Peggy O’Leary, Cordal.

  [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 9th March, 2014 – First Sunday of Lent”

Annmarie and Her Band Delight the Capacity Audience at the INEC in Killarney on Friday Night, 7th March 2014

Annmarie, singer supreme, is pictured with Seán Kelly MEP and with her truly excellent Band in advance of the hugely successful Concert at the INEC in Killarney on Friday night, 7th March 2014. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
Annmarie, singer supreme, is pictured with Seán Kelly MEP and with her excellent Band in advance of the hugely successful Concert at the INEC in Killarney on Friday night, 7th March 2014.   It was Seán who introduced the wonderfully talented singer and gifted musicians at the beginning of the truly marvellous Concert.   Click on the image to enlarge.   (S.R.)

The Maiden Aunt

Ahakeera Drama Group present “The Maiden Aunt”.  Gertie, has been in hospital for some time but is now coming to stay with her niece, Mary, who attempts to get her hands on Gertie’s money. With many twists and turns this is a must see, hilarious play! This event takes places on Friday 14th of March at 8.00pm at the Briery Gap Theatre in Macroom.

Tickets are €12.00, concession €10.00 and can be purchased from the Briery Gap Theatre Box Office on 026 41793 or on the night of the show.

Very successful Games Day held at Millstreet Community School

A most enjoyable afternoon of games took place on Monday 3rd March in Millstreet Community School library between 2-4pm.  It was organised by the Transition Year SVP Youth for Justice group and adults of all ages were invited to take part.  Games played included scrabble, monopoly, jenga, draughts and a variety of card games.  Refreshments included a beautiful selection of home baked buns and cakes provided by the participants.  Here are some photos from the event (click the images to see full size):

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Truly Inspiring Lenten Sleep Out by MCS Students in aid of Trócaire

Throughout this night some thirty inspirational Students from Millstreet Community School with three of their Teachers and Secretary, Marian are all participating in a Lenten Sleep Out in aid of Trócaire. Sincere congratulations to All and every success on this truly uplifting and praiseworthy project. Friday, 7th March sees the Trócaire Fast by the Students. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Throughout this night (5th/6th March 2014) some thirty inspirational Students from Millstreet Community School with three of their Teachers and Secretary, Marian are all participating in a Lenten Sleep Out in aid of Trócaire. Sincere congratulations to All and every success on this truly uplifting and praiseworthy project. Friday, 7th March sees the Trócaire Fast by the Students. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

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Clonbanin Ambush

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The monument at the Clonbanin ambush site

On this day March 5th 1921, the IRA ambushed a British army convoy near Clonbanin, near Derinagree, killing Brigadier General H. R. Cumming, one of the highest ranked British officers to die in the Irish War of Independence. After two hours fighting, 13 (apparently) British were dead, and 15 wounded, while the republicans suffered no casualties.

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In early March, 1921 Sean Moylan, Commandant of the Newmarket Column, made the decision to ambush a British party of senior officers and their military guard returning from an inspection tour in Kerry. The position he selected was at Clonbanin, near Derinagree, which was about five miles from Kanturk, where there was a strong military post and five miles north of Millstreet, then garrisoned by a force of Black and Tans and RIC.

At 3 a.m. on the morning of the 3rd. March, Moylan’s column moved out for Clonbanin and was in position by 6 a.m. They were joined by a section of [read more …] “Clonbanin Ambush”

Meeting the Corkery Family This Morning

Pictured this morning at St. Patrick's Church, Millstreet with Canon John Fitzgerald - members of the Corkery Family - from left - Sr. Rupert, Eily Buckley and Brother Vincent Corkery (presently on an Irish visit from his wonderful work of over 60 years in Malaysia.) Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
Pictured this morning at St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet with Canon John Fitzgerald – members of the Corkery Family – from left – Sr. Rupert, Eily Buckley and Brother Vincent Corkery (presently on an Irish visit from his wonderful work of over 60 years in Malaysia.)   Click on the image to enlarge.   (S.R.)

Regional Report 1208 – 4th March 2014

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Eily Buckley

Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to News Report 1208 from Millstreet. Fondest greetings dear listeners and I wish you all the very best on this calm but cold Tuesday morning, the first one in March, with a hint of snow on the distant hills.

The annual March fair was held in the town on Sunday, in fair weather thoughthe crowd was noticeably down. Our camera men have captured over sixty images of the Fair, look them up on the Web.

Our  annual St Patricks Day Parade  falls on a Monday this year. Already some of our shops have dressed their places for the big event and others are urged to follow suit.

 This year our town looks all new and beautiful, thanks to the great improvement work that was carried out in the town square. The new seating giving an air of welcome and relaxation, so please be ready in good time , to take part  in the Parade.

Out in Carriganima they will have their Parade on Sunday March 16th.

And thanks to our Website our St Patricks Day activities will be on show around the World.

[read more …] “Regional Report 1208 – 4th March 2014”

Inspiring Grandparents Day Prayer Service at Hollymount N.S., Co. Kerry

"We had a fabulous Grandparents Day prayer service in our school on Feb 28th. Attached are photos of our precious Grandparents," says Elaine Cronin, Principal, Hollymount N.S., Co. Kerry to whom we extend our thanks for the picture and the caption. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
“We had a fabulous Grandparents Day prayer service in our school on Feb 28th. Pictured are our precious Grandparents,” says Elaine Cronin of Hollymount N.S., Co. Kerry to whom we extend our thanks for the picture and the caption. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

Catering at the European Juggling Championships

EJC_2014_whiteThe organisers of the European Juggling Championships which take place in Millstreet from the 19th to the 27th of July 2014, are seeking food vendors to supply food on site for the EJC festival.

These are the sort of numbers they’re talking about:

  • Customers who live on site for the entire week and require 3 meals a day, as well as snacks and drinks. Day-trippers also attend.
  • Anticipated attendance of 1,500-2,500 jugglers.

Full details and applications can be found here: http://www.ejc2014.org/catering

Death Notice: Jeremiah Cronin, Cullen

The death has occurred of Jeremiah Cronin, of Oxford and late of Knockduff, Cullen, who passed away on 21st February. Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet on Wednesday from 6.30pm with removal at 8pm to Millstreet Church. Requiem Mass on Thursday at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.

[read more …] “Death Notice: Jeremiah Cronin, Cullen”

Joshua’s Six Tae Kwon-Do Medals

2014-03-03 Joshua O'Sullivan with his trainer Don DaltonJoshua O’Sullivan, Ballydaly pictured with his Instructor Master Don Dalton at the TaeKwan-do tournament held in Tralee on Sunday March 3rd.

Joshua scooped a very impressive 6 medals. He competed in his own category – 10 years – and also in the 11 years. The categories were Sparring, Tul and High Kick.

Master Dalton’s training sessions are held in the the GAA hall Millstreet on Friday evenings.

see: https://www.facebook.com/masterdaltontaekwondo

CMS broadcasting live from The Farmers Journal Entertainment Awards in Athlone Tonight Monday March 3rd from 7.30pm

Cork Music Station are delighted to announce that we are broadcasting live from 7.30PM on tonight Monday 3rd March from The Farmers Journal Entertainment Awards in the Hudson Bay Hotel Athlone, Special thanks to Michael Commins, Noel Dunne and all the Organisers for giving us this opportunity again this year. This Event promises a great night of Entertaiment with many of Irelands Top Acts Performing including Nathan Carter,Robert Mizzell, Mike Denver and Lisa McHugh (pictured below with CMS Boss Willie Fitzgerald making final preparations for the live broadcast) so Log on to www.corkmusicstation.com and join in the fun in what promises to be a great night of Entertainment…..

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MonsterMac Adventure Race

 

Join Ireland’s unique adventure race on Saturday 26th April 2014. With a varied mix of challenging on road biking, off road running and a short kayak section, it is set to get the hearts racing on either the 64km MonsterMAC EXPERT category, the somewhat shorter 33km BigMAC SPORT category or the 20km “BabyMAC” event which is achievable by anyone looking for their first ever adventure challenge.

 

More information about the event soon, in the meantime it is time to start training!  🙂

 

 

 

Visiting March Fair 2014 – Part One

The tradition of Millstreet March Horse Fair continued on Sunday, 2nd March 2014 in mixed weather conditions but maintaining the very special atmosphere where friends meet and enjoy the colourful event. Here we share the first selection of our visit to the Fair. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
The tradition of Millstreet March Horse Fair continued on Sunday, 2nd March 2014 in mixed weather conditions but maintaining the very special atmosphere where friends meet and enjoy the colourful event. Here we share the first selection of our visit to the Fair. Click on the images to enlarge . (S.R.)

19March Fair 2014 Part 1 -80026March Fair 2014 Part 1 -800In the remaining 22 pictures we travel from West End to Main Street and onwards to The Square and [read more …] “Visiting March Fair 2014 – Part One”

Cake Sale – Thank you for supporting this event

A big ‘thank you’ to everyone who supported the cake sale that took place in Millstreet GAA Hall last night (1st March) and this morning after 11.30am Mass.  A total of €538.50 was raised. As a result, the €4000 target to cover the travel and accommodation costs of the six students who are going to Lourdes as helpers at Easter with the IHCPT – The Irish Pilgrimage Trust, has now been reached!  Thank you to everyone who has supported the students in their efforts over the last few months.  We wish them well for their week in Lourdes.  J. Magee

Our Christian Heritage in Evidence Today – Saturday 1st March 2014

Reminding us of the Feast of our National Saint - outside "Wordsworth" at the Square, Millstreet on Saturday, 1st March 2014. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Reminding us of the upcoming  Feast of our National Saint – outside “Wordsworth” at the Square, Millstreet on Saturday, 1st March 2014. Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

 

Visiting members of the Legion of Mary addressed the congregation at Evening Mass. And Stefan Healy, a Transition Year Student at Millstreet Community School gave a splendid account of the forthcoming Trócaire Sleep Outdoors Project on this Ash Wednesday.
Visiting members of the Legion of Mary addressed the congregation at Evening Mass.  And Stefan Healy, a Transition Year  Student at Millstreet Community School gave a splendid account at the same Mass  of the forthcoming Trócaire Sleep Outdoors Project by the Students and Teachers on this Ash Wednesday, 5th March 2014.
A very successful Cake Sale at Millstreet GAA Community Hall in aid of the Community School Students who are scheduled to travel to Lourdes later in the year.
A very successful Cake Sale at Millstreet GAA Community Hall in aid of the Community School Students who are scheduled to travel to Lourdes later in the year, took place on Saturday evening, 1st March 2014.

 

Parish Newsletter – 2nd March, 2014

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

8th  sunday in ordinary time 2nd March, 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:             Jerry Corkery, Coomlogane; Gobnait O’Leary, Cullen; Joan Harte (nee Hickey), Millstreet & Cork.  [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 2nd March, 2014”

Pavlovas Par Excellence at Carriganima on Friday!

Seán Murphy of "The Pub", Carriganima on Friday, 28th Feb. 2014 introduces us to the the three gifted Pavlova Bakers - From left - Matthew Twomey, Dolly Ring ( Instructor supreme) and Kenneth Forde. Among those who enjoyed the delicious fresh Pavlova Desserts were Eddie Walsh and Caroline Forde. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Seán Murphy of “The Pub”, Carriganima on Friday, 28th Feb. 2014 introduces us to the the three gifted Pavlova Bakers – From left – Matthew Twomey, Dolly Ring ( Instructor supreme) and Kenneth Forde. Among those who enjoyed the delicious fresh Pavlova Desserts were Eddie Walsh and Caroline Forde. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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