Karen O’Connor Wins Single Poem Competition at Listowel Writers Week

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Karen O'Connor, Poet supreme, has just won the highly prestigious Single Poem Competition at Listowel Writers Week 2013. We thank Karen for the Press Release and the two pictures and we extend our heartfelt sincere congratulations on such a wonderfully significant recognition of Karen's superb talent as a highly regarded Poet. (S.R.)
Karen O’Connor, Poet supreme, (originally from Station Road, Millstreet) has just won the highly prestigious Single Poem Competition at Listowel Writers Week 2013. We thank Karen for the Press Release and the two pictures and we extend our heartfelt sincere congratulations on such a wonderfully significant recognition of Karen’s superb talent as a highly regarded Poet.     (S.R.)

Our pictures show Karen with John Bowman who opened the 42nd Listowel Writers Week at the Listowel Arms. And Karen with Noel King, Editor of Doghouse Books, a Tralee publisher.

The following is the Press Release outlining Karen’s achievements and journey to this magnificent [read more …] “Karen O’Connor Wins Single Poem Competition at Listowel Writers Week”

Dancing Derek Inspires Great Enthusiasm at Physical Education Workshop

Professional Dancing Tutor, Derek Long from Co. Wicklow, has been inspiring the enthusiastic pupils of Scoil Mhuire, Millstreet BNS for the past school term with his fun-filled and excellent dance movements as part of the school's Physical Education programme. The children truly enjoy the many creative activities and uplifting music. LTV2 recorded sequences from this morning's workshop - this will be transmitted in the Autumn schedule. We thank Principal Frank O'Connor and Staff as well as Derek for permitting us to share the marvellous approach to this health promoting aspect of Primary Education. (S.R.)
Professional Dancing Tutor, Derek Long from Co. Wicklow, has been inspiring the enthusiastic pupils of Scoil Mhuire, Millstreet BNS for the past school term with his fun-filled and excellent dance movements as part of the school’s Physical Education programme. The children truly enjoy the many creative activities and uplifting music. LTV2 recorded sequences from this morning’s workshop – these will be transmitted in the Autumn schedule. We thank Principal Frank O’Connor and Staff as well as Derek for permitting us to share the marvellous approach to this health promoting aspect of Primary Education.   (S.R.)

2Dancing Derek Inspires Creative Dance Activities 2013 -800Here we share further images from our visit this morning.  Derek’s website www.dancingderek.com gives a full insight into the wide range of dance related activities.  He gives instruction in a large number of schools [read more …] “Dancing Derek Inspires Great Enthusiasm at Physical Education Workshop”

Very Successful READ Initiative Project 2013 at Millstreet Community School

MIllstreet Community School First Year pupils (1Y Tutorial) who received their READ certificates from Principal, Pat Pigott,. The READ initiative was set up jointly by the School and Cork Education Support Centre to encourage pupils to read for leisure. An initial target of one million words through Word Millionaire was set, but by the end of the project, well over four million words were read. The School hopes to develop and expand this project next year. Well done to all who were involved. Also included in the photo are Lucy McSweeeny and Mary Kate Murphy form Fifth Year and Second Year respectively who were the overall winners of the Senior School and Junior School Work Topper competition. Also included in the photograph is Jennifer O’Donoghue, English Teacher.
MIllstreet Community School First Year pupils (1Y Tutorial) who received their READ certificates from Principal, Pat Pigott. The READ initiative was set up jointly by the School and Cork Education Support Centre to encourage pupils to read for leisure. An initial target of one million words through Word Millionaire was set, but by the end of the project, well over four million words were read. The School hopes to develop and expand this project next year. Well done to all who were involved.
Also included in the photo are Lucy McSweeny and Mary Kate Murphy from Fifth Year and Second Year respectively who were the overall winners of the Senior School and Junior School Work Topper competition. Also included in the photograph is Jennifer O’Donoghue, English Teacher.  We thank School Secretary, Marion Buckley, for the appreciated picture and caption.   Click on the image to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Superb Road Safety Workshop for Millstreet Primary Schools

Over the past two days Millstreet Primary Schools have been attending a superb Road Safety Workshop in Millstreet G.A.A. Community Hall with two wonderful Instructors - Rachel and Brian. The very important messages of Road Safety were communicated in such a brilliant and helpful manner. This Scheme is nationwide. We recorded a brief sequence also for LTV2's Autumn schedule. (S.R.)
Over the past two days Millstreet Primary Schools have been attending a superb Road Safety Workshop in Millstreet G.A.A. Community Hall with two wonderful Instructors – Rachel and Brian. The very important messages of Road Safety were communicated in such a brilliant and helpful manner. This Scheme is nationwide. We recorded a brief sequence also for LTV2’s Autumn schedule. (S.R.)

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Celebrating MS World Day in Cork City

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Wednesday, 29th May 2013 was MS World Day. The Cork North West Branch of MS Ireland celebrated the annual occasion by joining a wonderful celebration of song, music, chat, refreshments and uplifting reunions at the Market Tavern in Cork City. (S.R.)
Wednesday, 29th May 2013 was MS World Day. The Cork North West Branch of MS Ireland celebrated the annual occasion by joining a wonderful celebration of song, music, chat, refreshments and uplifting reunions at the marvellously welcoming  Market Tavern in Cork City.  Rickey and Reuben Lynch provided the superb live music while Donal Murphy shared a very fine selection of excellent music.  Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

Funding for Blackwater Bridge approved

Failte Ireland has approved €105,750 for a new pedestrian, cycling and wheelchair access bridge at Millstreet in Co Cork at the exact location where O’Sullivan Beara crossed the River Blackwater in 1603. This is part of the larger Beara Breifne walking route project.

‘I am pleased to confirm funding for both of these projects which will further improve Ireland’s tourism facilities. The new bridge on the Beara Breifne way marks the exact spot where O’Sullivan Beara crossed the river with his followers, and the overall route is a really exciting walking project which takes in all four provinces.’

The new bridge at Millstreet is a key link in the development of the Beara Breifne Way long-distance walking route which traces the 1602 march by Donal Cam, Chieftain of the O’Sullivan Beare clan, after the [read more …] “Funding for Blackwater Bridge approved”

Death Notice: Jerry Neville, Dromagh

The death has occurred of Jerry Neville of Dromalour, Kanturk and late of Dromagh., Who passed away peacefully on 26th May at his residence. Lying in repose at O’Callaghan’s Funeral Parlour, Kanturk on Wednesday from 6 pm, followed by removal at 8 pm to St John’s Church, Dromagh. Requiem mass on Thursday at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Dromtarriffe New Cemetery. Contact: O’Callaghan’s Funeral Parlour, Kanturk 029-50147

Summer Computer Camps

http://summercamp.ie/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/slidecontentimage2new221.jpgNiamh Barrett Computers are holding a Computer Summer Camp in the Presentation Primary School, Millstreet from 8th to 12th July (10.00am – 12.30pm).

“Our Summer Computer Camps 2013 are multi-activity technology camps are for children ages 7 – 13 years. At our Summer Camps your child will create multimedia slide shows, movies and design and print their own T-Shirts, Mugs and DVD Covers.

They will also learn to design and create their own computer games including characters, backgrounds and sounds. Children will [read more …] “Summer Computer Camps”

Regional Report 1169 – 28th May 2013

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Eily Buckley

Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to news report 1169 from Millstreet. Fondest greetings dear listeners and I wish you all the very best on this changeable Tuesday morning,  the last one on May.

Another busy week has gone by, the weather was good and of the course the main task of the week was to prepare the Green Glens for the hosting of the International Sheep-Shearing Championships. St. John’s GAA Club excelled themselves.

And when the weekend came the place was afar cry from the way it looked the previous weekend for the 20th anniversary of EuroVision. It was all to do with sheep and their needs.  Elevated stands made sure that the audience were able to see the experts at their work from their comfortable seating.
Trade Stands abounded , and there was every kind of bouncing castles , merries for the children. And Sheep Dog Trials. Tug o’ War. Dog Show
The crowd was not that big on Saturday but on Sunday they came in their thousands in brilliant sunshine, not that it mattered because there was ample room inside for it all.
Look up the website and get the feel of it with the lovely pictures taken by Sean Radley and others. The Community singers gave a recital and were very well received, The Show was officially opened by Weather Lady herself Nuala Carey aided by Cork Footballer Noel Lynch , Canon John FitzGerald also attended.

[read more …] “Regional Report 1169 – 28th May 2013”

Cork Music Station at Sheep Shearing Event 2013

CMS at Green Glens on 26th May 2013 - with the Millstreet Community Choir
Cork Music Station at Green Glens on Sunday, 26th May 2013 for the major Sheep Shearing event. The Millstreet Singers performed a wonderful selection to the delight of the many people attending the event. “Radio Treasures” on CMS this Tuesday evening from 9.30 to 11.00 includes recordings from the prestigious occasion. (S.R.)

Cork Music Station at Green Glens on Sunday, 26th May 2013 for the major Sheep Shearing event. - with Donal Guiney, Tony Healy, Noel C Duggan, and WIllie Fitzgerald

John and Linda MacNaboe conquer Clara

2013-05-26 John and Linda Mac Naboe conquer ClaraLate Sunday Evening John Mac Naboe and his wife Linda returned to Millstreet to conquer Claragh and fulfil a dream held since he was a child.

During a childhood summer holiday visit he had started the climb but for reasons lost in the mists of time had failed to reach the summit.

Yesterday he returned and achieved his dream, looking down over the home place of his mother.
John would like to send special greetings to all his family and relations in London
( Click the photo to see it in full size )

Holiday House at Gorteenafinnogue

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Beautiful stone built house with panoramic views. This large four bedroom house sleeps eight and is fully equipped for all your family needs. The house has three shower rooms, a bath , a large lounge, and kitchen, and there is also a pool room for those rainy days. Situated 20 miles from Killarney with its amazing scenery and vibrant town and 35 miles from Cork city with its many attractions, and 6 Miles from Millstreet (address Gorteenafinnogue, Plaverfield, Cullen). There is ample off-road parking and towels and linen are included. The weekly price includes up to €50 heating/electric, any units above this are payable by the renter. Shorter breaks also available.

Contact Natalie at:  (087)2065959, or by email at: <email>

[read more …] “Holiday House at Gorteenafinnogue”

Holiday Letting at Moher

Please Note: This is no longer available
for letting (as of Sept 2016)

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Situated in the grounds of the owners home, this charming one bedroom barn conversion is fully equipped for all your needs and sleeps 2.  Situated at Moher, Derrinagree, 6 miles outside Millstreet and 20 miles from Killarney with its breathtaking scenery and vibrant town and 35 miles from bustling Cork city with all its attractions. Towels and linen are provided and heating and electric are included in the price. Barn consists of an open plan kitchen/lounge, a small gallery area, one bedroom, and a shower room. Shorter stays also catered for.

Send an email to Natalie:  <email>
Ring Natalie at 087-2065959 (this number is no longer recognised (Sept 2016))

[read more …] “Holiday Letting at Moher”

Sunday at Sheep Shearing Major Event 2013 in Green Glens

Very impressive attendance on Sunday at Green Glens and superb weather truly uplifted the hugely dedicated coordinating Team of this highly prestigious event - the venue being regarded by many Judges as the best in the world. Here we share the just a brief selection of the hundreds of images we captured over the weekend. (S.R.)
Very impressive attendance on Sunday at Green Glens and superb weather truly uplifted the hugely dedicated coordinating Team of this highly prestigious event – the venue being regarded by many Judges as the best in the world. Here we share just a brief selection of the hundreds of images we captured over the weekend.   Lots more images later.   (S.R.)

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Miriam Celebrates Her 21st Birthday at Wallis Arms Hotel

Miriam O'Sullivan celebrated her 21st Birthday in the company of her Family (pictured here) and her many Friends at the Wallis Arms Hotel on Saturday, 25th May 2013. The magnificent birthday cake was in the shape of a violin. Happy Birthday, Miriam from everyone. (S.R.)
Miriam O’Sullivan celebrated her 21st Birthday in the company of her Family (pictured here) and her many Friends at the Wallis Arms Hotel on Saturday, 25th May 2013. The magnificent birthday cake was in the shape of a violin. Happy Birthday, Miriam – from everyone. (S.R.)

Parish Newsletter – The most Holy Trinity – 26th May 2013

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

The most Holy Trinity – 26th May, 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:    Fr. Ned Corridan, Duagh & former C.C. in Millstreet; Nuala Joyce, Tralee & Cullen; Joe O’Donoghue, Cahirbarnagh & Cork; Eileen Stevens (nee Coyne), Chicago & Ballydaly; Declan Healy, Faha; Nora Jessop (nee Murphy), England & Glountane.

[read more …] “Parish Newsletter – The most Holy Trinity – 26th May 2013”

Enthusiastic Preparations for This Weekend’s Prestigious Sheep Shearing Event at Green Glens, Millstreet

St. HJohn's Football Club, Aubane must take a huge bow for the magnificent preparations carried out for today and tomorrow's superb event at Green Glens. (S.R.)
St. John’s Football Club, Aubane with their splendid friends and supporters must take a huge bow for the magnificent preparations carried out for today and tomorrow’s superb National Sheep Shearing  event at Green Glens. (S.R.)

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Death Notice: Fr. Ned Corridan

The death has occurred on May 24th of Rev. Fr. Edmund (Ned) Corridan, of Knockmeal, Duagh, Kerry. He was a former CC in Millstreet Parish. Peacefully at Killarney Nursing Home, retired priest of St John’s, Tralee, St Brendan’s College, Killarney, Asdee, Millstreet, Firies and Kenamare; very sadly missed by his brother Tom, sister Peg, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnephew, grandnieces, relatives, many friends, Bishop Bill Murphy and the Priests of the Diocese. Reposing at O’Shea’s Funeral Home, Killarney on Sunday evening from 4.30 pm to 7.00 pm. Removal at 7.00 pm to St. Brigid’s Church, Duagh to arrive for 8.00 pm approx. Requiem Mass on Monday at 12 noon, burial afterwards in Springmount Cemetery, Duagh. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired to the Sick & Retired Priests Fund. May He Rest In Peace.

 

Millstreet Museum was officially opened by Pádraig Ó Maidín on 17th March 1980. Here we view some of our dedicated committee members and supporters in the 1980s. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Millstreet Museum was officially opened by Pádraig Ó Maidín on 17th March 1980. Fr.Ned Corridan is second form the right at the back. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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Obituary for Fr. Ned

On Friday , May 24th the death took place of Fr. Ned Corridan , a son of Knockmaol and more recently of Killarney. Fr. Ned was ordained in Maynooth in 1952 and spent a few years in Salford , England before taking up a short few appointments in Moyvane , Ballybunion , Tousist & Tralee.

In 1957 he was appointed to the staff at St Brendan’s College, Killarney where he remained until 1974. Many students will remember Fr. Ned as a Greek teacher. He had a great interest in the classics of Greek & Latin and was well versed in the writings of Homer.

In 1974, Fr. Ned was appointed as curate to Ballylongford Parish where he served for nine years, before crossing the County bounds to Millstreet where he served for thirteen years. He then had two short spells in Firies and Kenmare before his retirement in 2005.

Fr Ned was well respected as a tireless worker. He was diligent about home visitations, care of the housebound and visitation to Primary schools. His hobby was walking and he covered many miles every week. While he was a serious classical scholar, he had a way with words and a great sense of humour. He was a very sincere and dedicated priest and he will be remembered for his kindness and thoughtfulness in the Diocese of Kerry for fifty three years.

Removal of Fr. Ned’s remains took place on Sunday, May 26th to St Brigid’s Church, Duagh. Requiem mass was celebrated on Monday at 12 noon, with burial afterwards in Springmount Cemetery , Duagh…the resting place of his parents and hundreds of Corridans before him. He is survived by his sister Peg and younger brother Tom (who resides in England) as well as his nieces and nephew and extended family

MAY HE REST IN PEACE

– from Corridan Connection

Death Notice: Marie Murphy

The death has occurred peacefully at Marymount Hospice on May 23rd of Marie Murphy (neé Barrett), Reenagoshel, Newmarket and Glenryan Road, Cork. Rosary tonight (Friday) at 9pm at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet. Removal tomorrow Saturday at 3.30 to the Church of the Ascension, Gurranabraher, and reposing there from 5pm, followed by Mass at 7pm. Requiem mass at 12.30pm Monday, followed by cremation at the Island Crematorium Ringaskiddy. No flowers please. Donations to Marymount Hospice.  May She Rest In Peace. [read more …] “Death Notice: Marie Murphy”

LTV2 Millstreet Programme 220 Now Online

Programme 220  Edited by Sean Murphy

All the slideshows that were shown on the big screens at the Eurovision 20th anniversary celebrations in the Green Glens last weekend, the forthcoming Sheep Shearing Championships this weekend, as well as the usual Regional Report, Music and studio discussion

 

Cullen Pipe Band play for President Higgins

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Pictured are the Cullen Pipe Band who played for the visit of President Michael D Higgins when commemorating the fifty first anniversary of Faiche Na Bhfili in Carrignavar (May 4th), celebrating the great poets of the Gaelic tradition in the village.

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Nuala Joyce, Tralee (nee Morley, Lislehane, Cullen)

nuala-joyceJOYCE (nee Morley), Nuala, Racecourse Lawn, Tralee and formerly of Lislehane, Cullen, Co. Cork on 21st May 2013, peacefully, beloved wife of Pat and dear mother of Barry & Mary. Sadly missed by her loving family, grandchildren Dylan & Evan, brothers Dan & Derry, sisters Nora-Mary, Kathleen, Joan & Maureen, son-in-law Edmond, daughter-in-law Tricia, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends.

Rest in Peace

Reposing at The Gleasure Funeral Home today, Thursday, from 4.15pm to 6.15pm with removal at 6.15pm to St. John’s Church, Tralee. Requiem Mass on Friday at 12 noon. Interment afterwards in Cullen Cemetery, Millstreet, Co. Cork. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Irish Cancer Society.