Justin Case

He said his name was Justin Case, which seemed a wee bit odd
Because he was so cavalier, so spiffy and so mod.
When buying socks or shoes or gloves, he always bought three pairs
He didn’t want to end up short as he came down the stairs…
just in case

When traveling on a train or bus he purchased fares for four
And even though he had these seats, he stood right by the door.
He owned a house or two or three but lived in only one
He had a car, a truck, a jeep, an epee and a gun…
just in case
[read more …] “Justin Case”

Death Notice: Connie Cremin, Stonefield

The death has occurred on Thursday, May 31st 2012 of Connie Cremin of Stonefield, Kilcorney. Peacefully, at Mallow General Hospital. Reposing at McCarthy’s Funeral Home, Banteer. Rosary this Friday evening at 9pm. Reposing tomorrow, Saturday evening from 7pm, followed by removal at 8.30pm to St. Nicholas’ Church, Kilcorney. Funeral Mass on Sunday morning at 10.30am. Burial afterwards in St. Fursey’s Cemetery, Banteer.

Attempted Raid at Rathcoole Post Office

Gardai are appealing to the public to be on the lookout for two suspects who left empty handed following an attempted robbery , at the Post office in Rathcoole near Milstreet. The incident occurred shortly after 11 o’clock this morning , when two men entered the post office and demanded money One is described as being a heavy set man with a skin head and spoke with a Dublin accent and was wearing blue jeans and a grey hoodie The other man was slim and was wearing blue jeans and a dark jacket , along with a blue motorcycle helmet The men escaped on a motorbike and travelled in the direction of Kilcorney. Inspector Tony Sugrue says they have a number of checkpoints set up to try and catch the culprits. – from C103FM [read more …] “Attempted Raid at Rathcoole Post Office”

John D Murphy

He never will look on old Clara again
And in Spring hear the birds sing in the wind and the rain
But those who knew him fond memories of him will retain
And his spirit in old Claramore will remain

In Claramore John D Murphy’s life journey began
And of years of life his was quite a lengthy span
The good way of living he choose to embrace
And in Millstreet Town his was a known and loved face
[read more …] “John D Murphy”

Kanturk Garda District to be Axed

A possible major shake-up of policing is on the cards for Cork which will involve the axing of two garda districts – Cobh and Kanturk (of which Millstreet is part of).
The stations at Ballydesmond, Millstreet, Boherbue and Rathmore, Co Kerry, will fall under the control of senior gardaí in Macroom.
The remaining stations in the Kanturk district — including Kanturk itself, Newmarket, Meelin — will come under the direction of Mallow.
If the proposal is enacted it could mean that administrative staff, and possibly specialist units, would be transferred from the current district headquarters in Cobh and Kanturk to other stations. [read the full story in today’s Irish Examiner (31st May 2012) ]

In the Corkman – 24th May 2012

The Corkman Newspaper is out every Thursday in all the local newsagents, and contains much more than just the online version.

Cullen Feis (Feis Laitiarain) 2012

This year, the Feis is being held on Sunday 10th of June, with singing, music and recitation competitions commencing at 12.00 noon. The solo piping competitions will commence at 12 noon also. Sports for all will commence at 2pm. A seisiún of music, song and dance by local performers will commence at 3 pm. These include dancers and musicians from Boherbue, Millstreet and Cullen, local singers and the Cullen Pipe Band. Down through the years the Cullen Pipe Band has been a great friend to the Feis and is always appreciated for their wonderful contribution on the day. There will be a Céad Míle Fáilte for everyone on Feis Laitiarain Day. With your support the Feis will continue for many years to come. [read more …] “Cullen Feis (Feis Laitiarain) 2012”

Coffee Morning proceeds presented to Marymount Hospice

John Kelleher presenting the sum of €600 the proceeds of the recent Coffee Morning which was held in aid of St Patrick’s Hospital Marymount Hospice & in memory of the late Phil Duggan Ballinhassig to Valarie Coogan (The Friends of Marymount Hospice Cork Fundraising Committee) at Marymount Hospice, Curraheen Road Cork today. Also in the Picture L – R is Pat Maher (Chairman of the Friends of Marymount Fundraising Committee) The Duggan Family Ballinhassig, Anne Erdell (Friends of Marymount Hospice Fundraising Committee. Many Thanks to all who supported the Coffee Morning which was held on Sat 21 April 2012 the Parish Centre in Millstreet.

Regional report 1117 – 29th May 2012

by

Eily Buckley

Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to news report 1117 from Millstreet. Fondest greetings dear listeners and I wish you all the very best on this dull but calm Tuesday morning, the last one in May.
The Month of June is upon us and in the weeks to come the first of the judging for the National Tidy Towns Competition and other smaller Awards will begin. Already there are signs of great improvements, in our area, such as painting of houses, fixing of walls and fences, not least among them the re-vamping of Matt Murphy’s wall, in Minor Row where he so laboriously painted the flags of all the Countries that took part in the EuroVision Song Contest when it came to Millstreet in 1993. People are asked to please keep up the Good work, give all the help you can to our vibrant committee in their quest to turn last year bronze medal into silver this time round. [read more …] “Regional report 1117 – 29th May 2012”

Methodist Update

A number of residents from Drishane Castle join us for our weekly meetings and on the afternoon of Sunday 8th July we are looking forward to going to Drishane to organize Bible based adult and children’s programmes. The children’s programme will include lots of games, crafts and other fun. Then after sharing a BBQ together we plan to have our regular service on that particular Sunday in the main hall at Drishane Castle instead of at our usual venue. We will be joined by a team of visitors from California and this should be a really inspiring service including lots of good music. Again we would warmly invite anyone from the local community to join us at 7pm in the main hall of Drishane Castle on Sunday 8th July. For further information on any of this please contact Laurence at 064 6631613 or email <email>

Tom Goggin Singing “Two Sweethearts”


Click on the audio player above to hear Tom Goggin from Kilcorney sings “Two Sweethearts“, which was on the “Round the Fireside With Jimmy Reidy” programme – C103FM Monday night May 28th 2012, and which was recorded at the Sandpit House recently.

[read more …] “Tom Goggin Singing “Two Sweethearts””

Dermy Leary

The wanderlust was in him for places far away
And he left Millstreet Town as a young man for to live in the U S of A
The likeable Dermy Leary in life he made many a friend
Far from his beloved Hometown and Millstreet’s old West End.

He always seemed so cheerful with great warmth in his hello
The dapper Dermy Leary a nice person to know
‘Tis so sad to think in Millstreet he will not be seen again
But with those who knew him from the past the good memories will remain

[read more …] “Dermy Leary”

Elizabeth Hunter (nee Duggan) late of West End and Killarney Rd

I would like to inform people in Millstreet who might remember the Duggan family that Elizabeth sadly passed away in Oxford, England last week. The family lived for many years it the West End (Maurice Linehan’s solicitors office), and then moved to Killarney Rd.
Her parents were Finbar and Dolly. Finbar was the area engineer for almost 30 years. They both died in late 1980. After their deaths the family moved away. Elizabeth became head of the Science Dept in a large Comprehensive school in High Wycombe, England, and married her husband Barry Hunter, who also taught in the same school, while living there.
She is survived by Barry, her sisters Rosario, and Frances, and her brother Brian. May she rest in peace.
From Joe Kennelly (formerly from Killarney Rd)  <email>

MS World Day is on Wednesday, 30th May 2012

For further information on MS World Day please log on to http://www.worldmsday.org

Cork North West Branch of MS Ireland will be marking the day by attendance at a special event in Cork City.   Over coming weeks a number of church gate collections will take place within the overall Duhallow area.   The support of the public is greatly appreciated regarding this very worthy cause.

Coffee Morning for Primary Schools at G.A.A. Community Hall on 8th June

Millstreet Parents’ Association is organising a Coffee Morning for both Primary Schools – Presentation N.S., Millstreet and Scoil Mhuire, Millstreet B.N.S. – Friday, 8th June from 9.30 a.m. until 12.30 p.m. at Millstreet G.A.A. Community Hall Kitchen. All are very welcome. We thank Kate Twomey for this information. (S.R.)

Variety, Fun, Magic and Sport at Cloghoula N.S. Pattern Day 2012

"The Very Friendly Cow" was an enormous hit at Cloghoula N.S. Pattern Day on Sunday, 20th May 2012 - especially when generously distributing delicious "Carriganima Ice Cream"!! (S.R.)

Variety was the keynote at this year’s magnificent Pattern Day.   Blessed with splendid weather,  it was a true Family Day where sport, fun, music, refreshments, magic, memories, conversation, [read more …] “Variety, Fun, Magic and Sport at Cloghoula N.S. Pattern Day 2012”

Bina and Liam honoured by the RNLI

The annual RNLI Ireland awards took place over the weekend at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham in Dublin, with volunteers and supporters being recognised for their role in raising funds and awareness for the charity that saves lives at sea.  Guest of honour was RTE’s Bryan Dobson, who spoke of his admiration for the RNLI and handed out awards to forty-five volunteers. Bina and Liam Burke’s received a regional group supporter award for their work on behalf of Countmacsherry lifeboat.  The couple have formed a personal association with the station after they lost their son Aidan in a tragedy.  They never [read more …] “Bina and Liam honoured by the RNLI”

Joanne to have surgery

“AN IRISH teen born without limbs who earned worldwide plaudits for an inspirational United Nations address is to undergo major surgery.
Joanne O’Riordan (16) from Millstreet, was chosen by the UN to be just one of seven speakers to address a special forum on technology in New York last month.
The Transition Year student delivered a remarkable address — and became an Internet sensation with thousands of people blogging about how her remarkable courage in the face of adversity had proved inspirational.
Joanne’s address was focused on how technology had helped transform her life.
She was born with a condition known as Amelia — leaving her without properly formed arms and legs.
As a further complication, Joanne was also born with scoliosis or curvature of the spine.
She was scheduled to undergo major surgery last month as part of her scoliosis treatment — but the operation was postponed to allow her travel to the UN in New York. Joanne will now have the surgery next month — but will still be able to attend a special upcoming edition of ‘The Late Late Show’ to mark the 50th anniversary of the RTE programme” [read the full article on the Independent]

Kilcorney Community Feis Takes Place Today – Established 1910

What a truly wonderful tradition has been maintained since the establishment in 1910 of Kilcorney Feis by Liam Ó Buachalla and his dedicated Committee and afterwards continued by his son, Seán and Seán's Family and now by a more recent also very active and enthusiastic Committee. We wish this year's Community Feis every success. (S.R.)

A Most Enjoyable 25 Year Class Reunion at Wallis Arms Hotel on Friday

Some of the wonderfully dedicated organisers of the hugely successful 25 Year Class Reunion held at the Wallis Arms Hotel on Friday, 25th May 2012 pictured at the occasion. The official cake was cut in the presence of the many past-pupils and teachers who attended the most memorable evening. (S.R.)

Many truly enthusiastic past-pupils had travelled long distances to be present for the great occasion.   Principal, Ken Brennan as well as teachers Colman Culhane, Peadar Ó Ceallaigh and Derry Morley were also present [read more …] “A Most Enjoyable 25 Year Class Reunion at Wallis Arms Hotel on Friday”

Audio: “In a Cowshed in Ireland”


Click the audio player above to listen to Noel C.Duggan reminiscing on the Eurovision Song Contest which was held in his “cowshed” in Millstreet 19 years ago (1993). It’s from an interview with Damien O’Reilly on the CountryWide Programme on RTÉ Radio 1, this morning Saturday 26th May 2012. (6mins 25secs long)
The 2012 Eurovision is on tonight at 8pm on RTE TV.

Parish Newsletter 27th May, 2012

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Pentecost Sunday – 27th May, 2012
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:

[read more …] “Parish Newsletter 27th May, 2012”