Regional Report 1052 – 22nd February 2010

by

Eily Buckley

 

Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to News Report 1052 from Millstreet. Fondest greetings dear listeners and I wish you all the very best on this mild and damp Tuesday morning..

Well it’s all over, the night for Sean Radley’s retirement has come and gone, but will never be forgotten. February 19th 2011 will go down in the annals of Millstreet as a night of joyous celebration and a testament to community co-operation and goodwill.

The whole event from the start of the Vigil Mass in the church   to the National anthem in the Green Glens has all been filmed and documented and preserved for posterity.

People came from all parts of the country and even London to join with us in paying honour to our beloved Sean. The Vigil Mass was concelebrated by Fr. Paddy O Byrne, Fr. Sean Tucker, Fr. Gerard O Leary and Fr James McSweeney. And the church choir attended.  Sean who was accompanied by his many cousins from Dungarvan, Killarney Following the mass the pipe Band played as the people left the church. A  Vintage car awaited our special guest to take him to the Green Glens where he was played-in again by the pipe band. And on entering the beautifully decorated arena he was met with loud applause from  over six hundred people who turned up to honour him.

There was music song and dance, and lots of beautiful food.  Best of all, on behalf of our community, Derry Morley chairman of the organising committee presented Sean Radley with a beautiful new Fiat Panda car. MC for the night was Marie Casey who graced the entire occasion with her beautiful and talented disposition. Entertainment  was provided on the night by our local Comhaltas Group, By Ann Marie ORiordan and the Kelt, (Connie & Tom). And when Sean ended his response he raised the roof with his rendering of YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE with all present joining him in chorus.

This week’s program of LTV2 will include many scenes from the historic night.

[read more …] “Regional Report 1052 – 22nd February 2010”

Day Five – Clara

“Walking in the Heart of Munster” is a new walking brochure published by the people that promote Ballyhoura Country (the region around Kilmallock, Co.Limerick).

It’s nice to see that Clara Mountain has made it’s way into a five day walking tour of the region, alongside the Galty Mountains, Knockmealdown Mountains, and the Ballyhoura Mountains. More progress on our way to the walking festival which is coming this year to Millstreet.

See the full brochure on limerick.ie

Ben Hartnett

The late Ben Hartnett one of the cattle dealing Hartnetts from Knocknagree
An easy going fellow he did seem carefree
He married a Millstreet woman and with her settled down
And they raised their sons and their daughters at The Bridge Millstreet Town

His sons the late Noel and Con and Vincent a chip of the old block
Like their ancestral Hartnetts traded in livestock
[read more …] “Ben Hartnett”

Results & Fixtures: 21st Feb 2011

Soccer:
County Cup 2nd Round: Millstreet Celtic 2 Newmarket 1.
Corinthians Cup 2nd Round: Rathcoole Rovers A 3 Macroom B 1
AUL 3A: Los Zarcos v Strand Utd (off);
CSL U13: Rathcoole Rovers 1 – 2 Douglas Hall A (2011-02-12)
CSL U16: Douglas Hall A 4 – 2 Rathcoole Rovers (2011-02-20)

GAA:
NHL: Kilkenny 0-14 Cork 1-10. Mark Ellis didn’t start the game because of an injury.

[read more …] “Results & Fixtures: 21st Feb 2011”

Seán Radley’s Night

We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean, but the ocean would be less because of that missing drop. We can do no great things, only small things with great love.’ ~Mother Teresa
It was my privilege to be part of a community celebration on Saturday night in Green Glens, Millstreet. The celebration marked many years of contribution by Sean Radley to his local community and beyond. He is a man who has done endless small things with great love and will continue to do so for many more years. Sean’s contribution to his local community is beyond measure. No money could buy his contribution to education, local television, local radio and his unique ability to make every person feel special. We so often take many people for granted in our lives but on Saturday night over 600 people gathered to say thanks and well done. Such was the enthusiasm [read more …] “Seán Radley’s Night”

Death Notice: Abina McCarthy E de M

The death has on Sunday, February 20, 2011 occurred of Abina McCARTHY E de M, (née Creedon, Adrivale) of Fortgrady, Banteer, Cork. In her 98th year, beloved wife of the late Denis (Fortgrady) and mother-in-law of the late Rory, dear mother of Kathleen (O’Connor), Denis, Michael (Millstreet Community School), Mary (Grace), Jerry, Dan, Andy and Margaret (Millstreet Community School); sadly missed by her loving family, grandchildren, great- grandchildren, son-in-law Gerard, daughters-in-law Margaret, Eilish, Breeda and Frances, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Reposing at McCarthy’s Funeral Home, Banteer on this (Monday) evening from 6 pm. followed by Removal at 8 pm to St. John’s Church, Dromagh. Requiem Mass tomorrow (Tuesday), at 12 noon. Funeral afterwards to St. Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet. May she Rest in Peace.

Focus on the World Church

In the Methodist Church February is the month we especially focus on what used to be called Overseas Mission but is now much more accurately described as the World Church. While Methodists are small in number here in Ireland there are about 70 million Methodists across the world. In fact now in Ireland we rejoice to welcome sisters and brothers from Churches from all around the world who have come to live amongst us here. Indeed our little community that gathers in Millstreet is a multi-cultural group and we really enjoy learning more about each other and encouraging each other in our Christian faith which unites us across all potential barriers of culture, race etc. Our next meeting for prayer, praise and Bible study in Millstreet is on Sunday 27th February, as usual at 7.00 p. m. in the Canon O’Donovan Centre on Clara Road. Everyone is always welcome to our meetings.

For further information contact Rev. Laurence Graham at 064 6631613 or <email>

Millstreet Celtic 2 Newmarket 1

Millstreet Celtic beat Newmarket 2-1 at home this morning (20/Feb/2011). They started well and had a couple of early chances for Michael Murphy and Chris Cleary, and it was no surprise they took the lead after 15 mins. Barry Lawlor produced a lovely bit of skill on the edge of the box to get himself one on one with the keeper and he made no mistake with the finish. 10 minutes later Paul Dawson picked up the ball in midfield and threaded a good ball through to Tadhg Collins who finished well to make it 2-0. Millstreet continued to make chances but failed to add to their lead which was cut to one just before half time. [read more …] “Millstreet Celtic 2 Newmarket 1”

Parish Newsletter – 20th February 2011

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

Seventh Sunday (Year A) – 20th February, 2011

Fr. 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.

RECENT DEATHS: Margaret Radley, Chessington, Surrey

[read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 20th February 2011”

Munster Schools Cross Championships

Cathal Crowley, Paul O’Connor, Billy Cronin, Oisin Murphy, Kashif Admad, Muireann Murphy, Aideen Buckley, and Ellie Dineen who have been competing for Millstreet Community School in the Munster Cross Country Championships recently.

The junior boys cross country team were bronze medalists at the recent south munster schools cross country championships and finished sixth overall in the munster championships held in the CIT grounds on Thursday 17th February. [read more …] “Munster Schools Cross Championships”

LTV2: Programme 175

The great news for viewers and fans of LTV2 Millstreet is that they can now watch complete programmes from LTV2 Millstreet on Youtube, so for anyone who can`t receive the signal they can now catch up with LTV2 on YouTube instead. The first programme to be shown in full on YouTube is Programme 175 so sit back and enjoy the first full programme on the internet.

[read more …] “LTV2: Programme 175”

GAA News

After a good first outing last weekend, Mark Ellis has retained his place in the Cork Senior Hurling team to play Kilkenny next weekend in the National Hurling League, moving to wing-back as Ronan Curran comes back into the centre.

In other news, the Cork GAA Clubs’ Draw Greyhound Spectacular takes place on Thursday next, February 24th at Curraheen Park, with the chances of the Twomey Family from Millstreet riding on the dog running in Race 3 Trap No.2. They are guarranteed €250 and up to €1,000  if their dog wins on the night.

Finally, Eileen Murphy won Prize Bonds in February edition of the Cork GAA Draw.

[read more …] “GAA News”

Death Notice: Margaret Radley

The death has occurred of Margaret Radley, (neé Linehan), aged 100,  and a native of Ballinamona near Mitchelstown who was married to the late Denis Radley of Millstreet and has lived in Chessington, Surrey for many years. She is Aunt to local Millstreet people – Marie Carroll (nee Radley), Killarney; John, Tommy and Denis Radley, Dungarvan as well as Denis & Tadhg Murphy, Ballydaly.

No funeral arrangements at hand.

The Sweet Singing Voice Of Annabell Reen

Of the past we have only our memories time does become everyone’s foe
My thoughts take me back many Seasons to half of a century ago
When Annabell Reen was All Ireland singing Champion the beautiful teenager with hair of dark brown
That grew in ringlets to her shoulders she was the Pride of Millstreet Town
[read more …] “The Sweet Singing Voice Of Annabell Reen”

Enda Kenny Visits Millstreet On Election Campaign Trail Today – Greeted by a Warm Welcome from Supporters – Coverage on LTV2 Tonight

"Gael Force" in earnest when Enda Kenny was joined this afternoon at the Square, Millstreet by Fine Gael's Aine Collins, Michael Creed and Derry Canty.

With lots of national media present, Enda Kenny, Fine Gael Leader, delivered a rousing speech in front of the Wallis Arms Hotel, Millstreet where a large group of supporters warmly applauded his inspiring words.   Enda shook hands with many people adding lots of witty and wise comments.   Joanne O’Riordan asked a number of [read more …] “Enda Kenny Visits Millstreet On Election Campaign Trail Today – Greeted by a Warm Welcome from Supporters – Coverage on LTV2 Tonight”

RedFM Profile Áine Collins

Áine Collins is profiled on Cork’s RedFM 104-106Fm under Meet the Candidates.

Aine brings a distinctive voice in her quest to take a second seat for Fine Gael in Cork North-West. Married to Paul, they have three children and live in Laught, Rathcoole — about four miles from Millstreet. Aine is a qualified accountant and auditor with 20 years experience in business development and management consultancy having run her own practice and worked with start up and established companies. [read more …] “RedFM Profile Áine Collins”

Mark Ellis

The first ever Millstreet hurler A Cork senior red jersey to wear
For to do so young Mark Ellis has to be quite a good player
For no average hurler ever makes a senior Cork team
For to line out for Cork many young Cork boys daydream.

Millstreet the home of so many great names of Gaelic Football
As well as greats in other sports one can readily recall
But Mark Ellis the only Millstreet hurler to make it in a big way
He is the Millstreet supreme G A A player of today [read more …] “Mark Ellis”

Meeting with Brian Dennehy & Mary Keane at “The Field” in the INEC Killarney on Tuesday, 15th Feb. 2011

Mary Keane, wife of the late John B. and Brian Dennehy, Actor Supreme with Seán Radley following the opening night of “The Field” at the INEC Killarney where a capacity audience witnessed a magnificent production of John B. Keane’s world famous play.

With LTV2’s William Fitzgerald on camera we received an exclusive interview following the truly outstanding presentation of “The Field” on Tuesday, 15th Feb. 2011 – with Mary (wife of John B.) & Billy (son of John B.) Keane and with internationally famous filmstar Brian Dennehy who is so wonderfully proud of [read more …] “Meeting with Brian Dennehy & Mary Keane at “The Field” in the INEC Killarney on Tuesday, 15th Feb. 2011″

Regional Report 1051 – 15th February 2011

by

Eily Buckley

Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to News Report 1051 from Millstreet.

Fondest greetings dear listeners and I wish you all the very best on this rather wintery Tuesday morning.

I must say a very special Hello to the lovely Jim Blake, working away in his rural shoe repair shop overlooking the peaceful Adrigole Bay in West Cork. Thanks for mending my shoes Jim at the weekend.

Our Website is well worth looking it up this week. See the popular Linehan Family, Donal, James, Conor and their sister Jayme, following their outstanding success on TG4 on Sunday night on the Feis & Blood competition where they won their way through to the semi finals which will be screened in a few weeks time.

Also you will where see Marc Ellis made history by being the first Millstreet man ever to play on a Cork Hurling team. The Allianz Hurling League Div. 1 match which was played in Cork on Sunday resulted in a five-point win by Cork over Offaly.

A million congrats to the Brilliant team in Meelin on their all Ireland win. They will feature in this week’s program of LTV2.

This is my final opportunity to remind you of the Gala night at the Green Glens on this Saturday night February 19th in honour of Sean Radley’s retirement from teaching. Following the 6.30 Vigil Mass, the parade led by our Pipe Band will proceed to the Green Glens Arena for an evening of  nostalgia, merriment, music and refreshments and lots more. Please turn out in large numbers for this wonderful occasion .Some tickets are still available. Contact me if you can’t get one.

[read more …] “Regional Report 1051 – 15th February 2011”

Memories of Sr. Damien

The National Archives of Singapore have published a synopsis of an oral interview with Sr Damien Murphy (Also known as Sr Peggy), a Drishane Sister who trained in Drishane and worked in Singapore, the Philippines, Australia, before retiring to St Josephs in Cork. She gives her own story as well as bits and pieces of other Drishane nuns.

… Still ‘altogether’. Most of the Sisters in St Joseph’s have Alzheimer’s or have had a stroke. Eleven or 12 retired Infant Jesus Sisters live in St Joseph’s. All entered the convent at Drishane. Started for the missions. Most entered knowing they were going ‘foreign’ to the missions. Still had enough Sisters to run the boarding school at Drishane…

[read more …] “Memories of Sr. Damien”

Linehans win on Feis and Blood

A huge congratulations to Jayme, Donal, James and Conor Linehan who beat off seven other family groups in last night’s Feis and Blood (TG4), to win their heat. Wonderful and lively, they played a jig and a reel, which will see them again in the semi-final in a few weeks.

Follow the links below to see the video of their performance on the show: [read more …] “Linehans win on Feis and Blood”

Results & Fixtures – 14 Feb 2011

Soccer:
County Cup 1st Round: Rathcoole Rovers A 2 Rylane Celtic 3;
AUL2A: Macroom 1 Millstreet Celtic 1;
UL 3A: Grattan Utd 5 Rathcoole Rovers B 3; Los Zarcos v Bweeng (off)

GAA:
Allianz Hurling League Division 1 – Cork 1-20 Offaly 1-15

Death Notice: Jerry Corcoran

The death has occurred on Saturday, February 12, 2011 of Jeremiah (Jerry) CORCORAN of Tullyglass, Newcestown, Cork. At Cork University Hospital. Jeremiah (Jerry), late of Millstreet, beloved husband of Sheila (nee Barrett). Deeply regretted by his loving wife, brother, sister, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Requiem Mass on today, Monday, at 2.30pm in St. John’s Church, Newcestown. Funeral afterwards to the adjoining cemetery. [read more …] “Death Notice: Jerry Corcoran”

Sincere Congratulations to Mighty Meelin – All-Ireland Champions!

Meelin's "Alternative" Team and "Physio" during the superb "Up for the Match" presentation in Meelin Community Hall on Friday, 11th Feb. 2011 in advance of their magnificent and truly historic win in today's All-Ireland in Croke Park. The real team were not present at this great night as they were preparing for the All-Ireland but undoubtedly they will be the true stars in Meelin during what is likely to be quite a celebration. Sincere Congratulations to Mighty Meelin! We shall be broadcasting highlights of the Friday event on LTV2 in the not-too-distant future.

Live transmission on c103 of the All-Ireland match between Meelin and John Locke’s (Kilkenny) has just reported Meelin as the Champions following a hugely exciting match at Croke Park.   The final score: [read more …] “Sincere Congratulations to Mighty Meelin – All-Ireland Champions!”

Dan Carroll’s Milk Run

For our memories as ever we go to the past
And the clock on our lives ever ticking on fast
Our memories our gift with others for to share
Of what i say here many would be aware

Old scenes of the past do inspire me to rhyme
I go to the fifties that is going back in time
When young Dan Carroll on the horse drawn milk cart trotted up and down
The quiet streets of morning through old Millstreet Town
[read more …] “Dan Carroll’s Milk Run”

Parish Newsletter – 13th February 2011

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – 13th February, 2011

Fr. 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: Hannah-Mary Hunter, Castletownroche

[read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 13th February 2011”