Millstreet Town Park Committee Notice Regarding Dogs in Park

At the September 2013 meeting of Millstreet Town Park Committee the following was passed:    “If dog owners continue to walk their dogs without leads and neglect to deal with the dog’s fouling – we shall have no option but to ban dogs from the Town Park.”

Death Notice: Michael Casey, Tooreenbawn

CASEY (Millstreet, Co Cork): On September 10, 2013, peacefully, at his residence Tooreenbawn, Michael, beloved husband of the late Margaret and dear father of Gene, Nora, Neil and Michael. Deeply regretted by his sons, daughter, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace. Removal from Tarrant’s Funeral Home to St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet on this Thursday evening at 8pm. Requiem Mass on tomorrow, Friday, at 12 noon followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Youth Club to Reopen

It is hoped that Millstreet Youth Club will re-open in October 2013. If any adults are interested in volunteering with the youth club please contact Madeleine Frissung on 087 277 4919 or at <email>. All volunteers would have the opportunity to take part in training courses, including child protection training and all would be subject to Garda Vetting.

Genealogy: Buckley Family Reunion

On 5 October from 10 to noon I will be hosting a reunion for the extended family of Denis and Ellen Walsh Buckley from Knocknakilla/Millstreet. Denis’s son Richard born about 1850 would be my 2nd gr grandfather who married Hannah O’Hayre from Newmarket I believe. Hannah’s parents were Donal and Mary O’Connor O’Hayre with a son Jeffry and possibly Thomas. Richards siblings were James,Daniel,Patrick,Hanora,Michael,Denis,Edmond and John. Michael married Ellen Kelliher about1875. My next door neighbor in Boston is Mary Kelliher whose grandfather would have been Thomas Kelliher born 1864 in Millstreet, Mary’s cousin would be John O’Leary from Millstreet currently – trying to see if there is a family connection.ANY RELATIONS TO ANY OF THE ABOVE ARE WELCOME PLEASE BRING ANY FAMILY PHOTOS AND STORIES. IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON ATTENDING PLEASE CONTACT ME OR BERTIE BUCKLEY 02958827 SO THAT WE CAN GET A HEADCOUNT. GOOD LUCK TO CORK AGAINST CLARE !!!!!! – from Jack Buckley <email>

Jerry Lehane’s Wonderful Photographic Archive

Over the years Jerry Lehane (pictured) has very kindly shared lots of wonderfully interesting photographs, documents and historic items. On meeting Jerry (Cork Supporter Supreme) on Monday night, he share two marvellous images from the past. Click on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.)
Over the years Jerry Lehane (pictured) has very kindly shared lots of wonderfully interesting photographs, documents and historic items. On meeting Jerry (Cork Supporter Supreme) on Monday night, he shared two marvellous images from the past. Click on the pictures to enlarge.    (S.R.)

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The very popular Lehane brothers of Minor Row, Millstreet in the 1950s. From left: Jerry, Pat (now in USA) and Denis (now in Wales). This great pictures certainly brings back very happy memories of the mightly Minor Row spirit and the marvellous families who lived there.
The very popular Lehane brothers of Minor Row, Millstreet in the 1950s. From left: Jerry (now living in Ballydaly), Pat – in middle (now in USA) and Denis (now in Wales). This great picture certainly brings back very happy memories of the mighty Minor Row spirit and the marvellous families who lived there.   All three brothers are superbly loyal visitors to our Millstreet website and are splendid Irish Ambassadors in their respective and adopted countries.
Very special memories of the visit in the 1980s of Charles Haughey to Millstreet when he met members of the Twomey Family of Main Street outside their ever-popular Shop and Restaurant. Denis Twomey can be seen in the background. Many thanks to Jerry Lehane for sharing these exquisite images. (S.R.)
Very special memories of the visit in the 1980s of Charles Haughey to Millstreet when he met members of the Twomey Family of Main Street outside their ever-popular Shop and Restaurant. Denis Twomey can be seen in the background. Many thanks to Jerry Lehane for sharing these exquisite images.     (S.R.)

 

 

Regional Report 1184 – 10th September

 

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Eily Buckley

Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to News report 1184 from Millstreet .
Fondest greetings dear listeners and  wish you all the very best on this lovely bright and crisp Tuesday morning.

The Good news first. A million congratulations to all involved in our Tidy Towns effort on being awarded a Bronze Medal at the national results which were announced in Dublin yesterday. We also gained an extra point,bringing us up to a grand 296. Further to that we were overjoyed during the week to hear that Millstreet came first in  category D in the Co.Council Anti litter campaign.

Full marks to all those who worked so hard all through to make sure of a victorious outcome. Many thanks to all those who cleaned outside their own front doors. Thanks to all those who put their rubbish in the bin rather than on the ground. To those who painted their places and removed eyesores .The list goes on. In fact it took all the effort of all the people to make us proud winners of grand  prizes,
and proud to make Millstreet a better place.

[read more …] “Regional Report 1184 – 10th September”

Dark Places – Hypnosis Show at The Glen Theatre

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Seafra O’Cathain will take his high-tension, comedy hypnosis show – Dark Places – to The Glen Theatre, Banteer on Saturday September 21st 2013. Experience the very best of sublime hypnosis and witness the darker side of the subconsious mind. Volunteers will be regressed to be petulent children, forget how think, will meet a 21st century incarnation of [read more …] “Dark Places – Hypnosis Show at The Glen Theatre”

Sonia Celebrates Millstreet Tidy Towns National Awards Success

On our return journey from the All-Ireland Tidy Towns at the Helix Theatre in Dublin we happened to meet at the Avoca Complex in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin, Sonia O'Sullivan who was delighted to hear of Cobh and Millstreet's success at the prestigious annual awards. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
On our return journey from the All-Ireland Tidy Towns Awards event at the magnificent Helix Theatre in Dublin today we happened to meet in the afternoon at the Avoca Store & Cafés near the Naas Road in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin, Sonia O’Sullivan (world-famous athlete and sports ambassador supreme originally from Cobh) who was delighted to hear of the success of Cobh and Millstreet at the prestigious annual awards. Click on the images to enlarge.    (S.R.)
Representing Millstreet Tidy Towns Association at today's national awards at the Helix Theatre, Dublin - From left: Denis Hickey, Derry Sheehan (Chairman, Millstreet T.T.A.) and Noreen Dennehy. My role was to record the wonderfully uplifting event at which Millstreet received a further Bronze medal, gained one extra mark which is now at 296 (20 marks behind Moynalty, Co. Meath which Ireland's Tidiest Town 2013). We also got to meet with members of Killarney T.T.A. (Winner) and we note that we are first in our category in Cork (North).
Representing Millstreet Tidy Towns Association at today’s national awards in the Helix Theatre, Dublin – From left: Denis Hickey, Derry Sheehan (Chairman, Millstreet T.T.A.) and Noreen Dennehy. My role was to record the wonderfully uplifting event at which Millstreet received a further Bronze medal, gained one extra mark which is now at 296 (20 marks behind Moynalty, Co. Meath which is Ireland’s Tidiest Town 2013). We also got to meet with members of Killarney T.T.A. (Winner) and we note that we are first in our category in Cork (North).

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65Tidy Towns All-Ireland Awards 2013 at Helix, Dublin -800We now share a selection of 80 further images outlining our car journey from Millstreet this morning to Dublin.   We attempt to provide a background insight into the impressive annual event – we note RTÉ’s Mary Kennedy doing the “Nationwide” links, Michael Ryan as MC,  Minister Phil Hogan and Supervalu Representatives on stage, the refreshments provided for all who travelled from the 26 counties, the excitement for the winners and the presence of lots of media.   My sincere thanks to Millstreet Tidy Towns, to Mary Kelleher and to Derry Sheehan for affording us the opportunity to record and to share such a magnificent occasion.    Every success in the future to our superbly dedicated Millstreet Tidy [read more …] “Sonia Celebrates Millstreet Tidy Towns National Awards Success”

Tidy Town Results 2013

2013-09 Tidy Towns logo The SuperValu Tidy Towns results for 2013 have just been announced. Millstreet have gained another point this year to reach 296 points in total. Summary of Millstreet results are:

  • 296 points, up from 295 in 2012
  • A Bronze Medal has been awarded to Millstreet
  • 1st position in Category D in North Cork
  • 4th overall in North Cork

Well done to all involved in making our town a much nicer place to be. The below documents have the full results:

Adjudicators Report for Millstreet 2013

Overall Results Book for the country 2013

Trad for Trócaire event at Millstreet Community School

22Trad for Trócaire 2012A Trad for Trócaire event will take place in Millstreet Community School library on Thursday 3rd October at 8pm. It will be an evening of traditional song, music and dance, performed by members of the community school. It will also be a chance to support Trócaire’s work with the poorest of the poor in developing countries. Admission is free, although there will be a collection for Trocaire during the event. All welcome.

For more information contact John Magee at: <email>

Adult Learning Centre Millstreet: Upcoming Courses 2013/14

General Learning Programme (FETAC Level 3)Modules: Communications, Career Planning and Internet Skills

Thursday & Friday morning from 11am-1pm.

Interested in finding out more about your finances? What to learn more about personal budgeting?

If so, Millstreet Adult Learning Centre is offering an 8 week FETAC Level 3 Managing Personal Finances course.

Back to Education Initiative (B.T.E.I.)

Tourism Studies (FETAC Level 4)

Component Options:

• Level 4 Customer Service
• Level 4 Tourism Visitor Care
• Level 4 Tourism Principles and Practice
• Level 4 Team-working
Mornings – 9.30am – 1.00pm From late September
 No Fees [read more …] “Adult Learning Centre Millstreet: Upcoming Courses 2013/14”

It’s Red and White All Over Millstreet on All-Ireland Sunday!

Magnificent Cork support all over Millstreet on this All-Ireland Hurling Final....As Michael Cashman indicates with the superb Cork Team picture - "Corcaigh Abú!" (S.R.)
Magnificent Cork support all over Millstreet on this All-Ireland Hurling Final Sunday….As Michael Cashman indicates with the superb Cork Team picture – “Corcaigh Abú!” Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

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Millstreet Country Park on Nationwide

Millstreet Country Park was featured on the RTÉ TV programme  ‘Nationwide’ yesterday evening. There were interviews were with former owner Jerry Sheehan, Manger Donie Howard, Chef Eleanor Leahy, and new owner Derry Sheehan. They outline how the park got started, where it is today, what it offers, and where it’s headed. See the program on the RTÉ Player: http://www.rte.ie/playerxl/#v=10196465 (0:45 – 8:40)

Parish Newsletter – 8th September, 2013

PARISH NEWSLETTER – BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

Twenty Third Sunday in Ordinary Time – 8th September, 2013

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: Pat Brendan Broderick, Clara Road & England (son of Pat & the late Breda Broderick)

[read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 8th September, 2013”

Fitzgerald Family Gathering in Cullen

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Brendan Fitzgerald from Cullen was back from Canada in August with his wife Maureen, son Sean, wife Sharon, Grandchildren Luke and Jack, to visit his brothers and their families. Celebrated the year of the Gathering at the original home of the Fitzgerald Family with most of the Fitzgeralds. What an amazing year to visit Ireland —- glorious weather and the most wonderful scenery in the world! It was the trip of a lifetime.

Would love if you could include this picture in the Clara news, but so sad to hear that is being discontinued – Maureen Fitzgerald

Millstreet Community School Class Reunion of 1983-1988 This Evening

During the special Mass celebrated by Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P. in St. Patrick's Church this evening four deceased members of the original class of 1983 -1988 were remembered. Following the group photograph the many Friends proceeded to the Wallis Arms Hotel to meet with further members of the Reunion Group. Lots of great memories were recalled in advance of the meal and dance. We extend our best wishes to the Class of 1983-1988 who were joined by a number of Teachers to celebrate the special occasion. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
During the special Mass celebrated by Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P. in St. Patrick’s Church this evening four deceased members of the original class of 1983 -1988 were remembered. Following the group photograph the many Friends proceeded to the Wallis Arms Hotel to meet with further members of the Reunion Group. Lots of great memories were recalled in advance of the meal and dance. We extend our best wishes to the Class of 1983-1988 who were joined by a number of Teachers to celebrate the special occasion. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

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A Royal Welcome for Edward from New Zealand

A Tubrid presentation to Edward Loughman from New Zealand who is such a superb Ambassador for his country. Edward’s identical twin brother, Tommy, is a dedicated fan of Cork Music Station and the Millstreet website as is also Edward. This special reception took place in Cullen on Thursday night. From left: Breeda Piggott (Newmarket and very popular Staff Member of Canon O’Donovan Centre, Millstreet); William Fitzgerald who is a relative of Edward and who with his wife, Ita (who is taking our photograph) took Edward to a wide variety of scenic areas in our region; Seán R.; Edward Loughman and Michael Piggott of Newmarket. Ita appears in our second photograph. Our very best wishes to Edward during his present visit to Ireland and to his brother, Tommy in New Zealand. Click on the images to enlarge.    (S.R.)

 

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Appeal from Adoration Committee

The Adoration Committee would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who have attended the adoration in the past and made it such a wonderful success.   We would like to appeal for more people to join our list of permanent  adorers.   If you feel you can’t commit to this you might consider acting as a substitute for those on the permanent list.  Adoration takes place every Tuesday and Wednesday  from 10.30 a.m. to 10.30 p.m.   If you’d like to volunteer please contact 087 2749309 or 087 9907557.  We thank Pat Breen for this notice.   (S.R.)

Millstreet Playground Closure on this Monday and Tuesday

The Playground in Millstreet Town Park will be closed next week on Monday,  9th September and Tuesday, 10th September to complete the painting of the Playground equipment.    Apologies for any inconvenience caused.  Many thanks to Denis Hickey for this notice.    (S.R.)

Millstreet Tidy Towns News

Millstreet Tidy Towns News
 
We are delighted to announce that Millstreet has topped our category in the Cork Anti-Litter Campaign 2013. This is a great achievement and we thank all our members, volunteers and Fas Community Employment workers for all their hard work during the past few months.
National Tidy Towns Results will be announced next Monday and we hope we do just as well in this competition.
 
Keep up-to-date with:www.millstreettidytowns.weebly.com

We thank Ciara Hickey for this good news update.  (S.R.)