Millstreet Community School Proudly Announces Major Redevelopment of Sports Facilities

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People can support individual contestants in the upcoming Quid Games-we will publish links to them in the coming days.  Thanks to the many local businesses who are sponsoring and/or entering contestants.
Past pupils and others can support by donating here:  https://gofund.me/9fcbcd1bc

Christmas Night Out with Cornelius Patrick O’Sullivan

10 Days to Go!
Christmas Night Out with Cornelius Patrick O’Sullivan
– Dec 20th, GAA Hall
The countdown is on! In just 10 days, we celebrate a great Christmas night out in town with comedian Cornelius Patrick O’Sullivan at the GAA Hall at 20:00
Get ready for a festive evening filled with laughter, great company, and fantastic prizes.
🎟 Tickets to be purchased in advance – available through Eventbrite or from any executive committee member Contact: Emma Hickey 0868107460 for assistance with ticketing.
Raffle Prizes on the Night Include:
  • Signed and framed Cork Senior Football jersey
  • Signed and framed Cork Senior Hurling jersey
  • Brown Thomas vouchers
  • Luxury hampers
  • And more fantastic prizes!
🍻 Please support the local bars on the night as well—they’ve generously supported us throughout the year, and we encourage everyone to return that support while enjoying the festive atmosphere in town.
Join us for an unforgettable night this Christmas —this event could sell out, so secure your tickets today!

Robert (Tony) Sheehan, Drishane Road, Millstreet

The death has occurred of Robert (Tony) Sheehan, Drishane Road, Millstreet, Co. Cork.

On 25th November 2025, Tony died peacefully in Nazareth Care Home in Mallow. Beloved husband of deceased wife, Theresa, with whom he shared many happy years. He will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, family, friends and neighbours.

MAY HE REST IN PEACE

Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet on Wednesday, 26th November, between 6pm and 7pm, followed by removal to St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet. Requiem Mass on Thursday 27th November at 11.00am. This will be followed by burial in St Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.

Funeral Mass will be live-streamed on https://www.churchservices.tv/millstreet

Messages of sympathy can be left on the condolence link.

Table Quiz on 7th Nov. 2025 for MCS Lourdes Project

Two 5th year students from Millstreet Community School will be participating
in the Rise and Shine (formerly known as the Irish Pilgrimage Trust) young
people’s pilgrimage to Lourdes during their Easter holidays 2026. Katie
O’Keeffe and Caoilfhionn O’Connor will be acting as student helpers and
travelling to Lourdes with Group 126. Millstreet students have been travelling
with this group since 2011.
As was the case in the past, the aim is to cover accommodation and travel
costs for the two students (around €750/person) with all extra funds being
passed onto Group 126. Each group is meant to raise the funds to cover the
costs of all the young people with special needs who travel with them to
Lourdes.
The girls’ first fundraising venture will be a table quiz. This will be held in
Corkery’s Bar, Millstreet on Friday 7 th November 2025, beginning at 8pm.
€40/table of four.
Your support for this event would be greatly appreciated.

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Church Streaming Service Gladly Restored

The Audio/Video Streaming Service at St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet has gladly been restored.  Due to a technical fault the greatly appreciated service was unavailable for a number of days.   This wonderful transmission of Church Services which was installed around the time of Covid is widely used and is accessed not only locally but on a global basis.  Many receive the signal by phone, others by laptop and it is also accessed by many on computer screen.   As well as the clarity of the video transmission the audio sound quality is especially superb.

The analogue local television system which was initially financed and established at the request of the Presentation Sisters many years ago has provided an excellent service for many who were blessed to be able to receive a very acceptable audio visual reception over many years.  It was quite a rare and precious service to have in the area.  Even when the streaming service became available, the analogue system continued.   The analogue transmission, however, has now had to be disconnected….one of the main reasons being that the frequency signal used by the analogue system in the past to broadcast the Church Services is no longer permitted whereas the streaming service transmission system is allowed.  (S.R.)

Centre Stage School Open Day

We are excited to announce our return to Millstreet this year! We will be hosting an official open day on Saturday, August 23rd, at the Parish Centre. The details regarding the times and age groupings are in the poster below. This event will provide a wonderful opportunity for children and parents to meet our teachers and experience what our classes offer.

“Radio Treasures” from 9.15pm on CMS This Tuesday

At 8pm we feature Jimmy Reidy’s Archival programme No. 161 relating to Ballincollig…Repeated on Sunday at 10pm.  

“Radio Treasures” on www.corkmusicstation.com from 9.15pm this Tuesday, 5th August 2025…..features a variety of topics tonight including:

 10.00pm ...Stefan Brennan Healy’s magnificent performance in Morocco.

Feel very welcome to contact before, during or after our weekly broadcast:  086 825 0074 or corkmusicstation @gmail.com . Tap on the images to enlarge.  Please note:  “Radio Treasures” is now repeated at 9.20pm every Friday night.  Tap on the images below to enlarge.  Happy listening. (S.R.)These superb images of the recent Parade are by Justine B Photographie….We thank Conor O’Leary for sharing these pictorial gems. [read more …] ““Radio Treasures” from 9.15pm on CMS This Tuesday”

“Radio Treasures” from 9.15pm on CMS This Tuesday Features Chicago Visitors & Bumbleance Cheque

At 8pm we feature Jimmy Reidy’s Archival programme No. 159 relating to Ballyhooly…Repeated on Sunday at 10pmWe also refer to quite an amazing coincidence about this particular programme in that I happened by sheer chance on Saturday to meet the son of Ned Duggan who had coordinated this wonderful archival radio presentation many years ago…Dave…who is also such a gifted Musician as was Ned.

“Radio Treasures” on www.corkmusicstation.com from 9.15pm this Tuesday, 22nd July 2025…..features a variety of topics tonight including:

  9.30pm…An Interview with Andrew Roche and his Visitors from Chicago.

10.00pm …A feature recalling the recent presentation of the impressive Bumbleance Cheque at the Boeing by Blackwater Valley Vintage Group.

Feel very welcome to contact before, during or after our weekly broadcast:  086 825 0074 or corkmusicstation @gmail.com . Tap on the images to enlarge.  Please note:  “Radio Treasures” is now repeated at 9.20pm every Friday night.  Tap on the images below to enlarge.  Happy listening. (S.R.)

Declan Ryan representing Blackwater Valley Vintage Group presenting at the Boeing in Millstreet, a very impressive cheque to Richard Walsh representing Bumbleance following a recent very successful Vintage Car Run.  Radio Interview at 10pm this Tuesday evening on Cork Music Station
Members of the Blackwater Valley Vintage Group pictured at the Boeing River Crossing by the River Blackwater at Dooneen, Millstreet.
On a recent visit to Millstreet Museum – from left: Andrew Roche with his wonderful Chicago visitors – Wojcieck, Aneta and Syvwia. Their superb Radio Interview will be broadcast on Tuesday, 22nd July at 9.30pm.
A colourful view of Clara Mountain as viewed from Mount Leader, Millstreet on Ireland’s hottest day on Friday, 20th July 2025.
Derek Burke (of “Crystal Swing” fame) with Dave Duggan, Ballyhooly providing a magnificent performance in Healy’s Bridge Bar, Millstreet on Sat. 19th July 2025.   Their special Radio Interview will be broadcast on Tuesday, 29th July 2025 at 9.30pm.
Artist supreme Brian O’Leary’s window painting of Luke Kelly as a Cork Supporter!
Superbly talented Goalie, Matthew Twomey of Millstreet’s Los Zarcos Soccer Club, participating in the recent FAI Soccer Camp at Millstreet Town Park.
A view of part of the truly impressive new extension at St. Joseph’s Community Hospital, Millstreet.

[read more …] ““Radio Treasures” from 9.15pm on CMS This Tuesday Features Chicago Visitors & Bumbleance Cheque”

“Radio Treasures” from 9.15pm on CMS This Tuesday Features Highlights of Cullen Feis 2025

At 8pm we feature Jimmy Reidy’s Archival programme No. 158 relating to Skibbereen…Repeated on Sunday at 10pm.

“Radio Treasures” on www.corkmusicstation.com from 9.15pm this Tuesday, 15th July 2025…Feast of St. Swithin.features a variety of topics tonight including:

  10pm…Highlights of St. Laitiarain’s Feis in Cullen 2025

10.15pm …The continuing wonderfully positive reaction to “Nationwide’s” recent television feature regarding Knockalougha Rambling House.  And the outstanding reaction to Luke Ryan’s magnificent Lego Masterpieces.

Feel very welcome to contact before, during or after our weekly broadcast:  086 825 0074 or corkmusicstation @gmail.com . Tap on the images to enlarge.  Please note:  “Radio Treasures” is now repeated at 9.20pm every Friday night.  Tap on the images below to enlarge.  Happy listening. (S.R.)

Today, 15th July 2025, is St. Swithin’s Day.
On a recent visit to Millstreet Museum – from left:  Andrew Roche with his wonderful Chicago visitors – Wojcieck, Aneta and Syvwia. Their superb Radio Interview will be broadcast on Tuesday, 22nd July at 9.30pm.
The current issue (No. 143) of Discover Duhallow is now available free of charge in various local outlets and online featuring Fr. Jim Kennelly’s Retirement celebrations plus lots of Millstreet related images.

A wonderfully welcoming sign recently seen on a school door.

[read more …] ““Radio Treasures” from 9.15pm on CMS This Tuesday Features Highlights of Cullen Feis 2025″

Millstreet GAA club All Ireland Final Ticket Allocation

Dear members,
The club has not yet received our allocation of All Ireland Hurling tickets, and the demand is already very high. When we receive our tickets we will do a draw. In line with other clubs, please note the following in relation to the upcoming draw:
 ◦ The draw is open to Millstreet GAA CLUB members only
 ◦ Members must be fully registered and paid up.
 ◦ The draw is open to adult members only
 ◦ Each person drawn will be allocated ONE TICKET ONLY
 ◦ We will have demand beyond our allocation, so we ask that any member drawn DOES NOT share the ticket outside the club. If you are not using your drawn ticket, please return it to the club so it can be drawn for another club member.
 ◦ The deadline for entry is Wednesday 9th at 12 midday
 ◦ Please text Mag on 086 3081979 before the deadline above if you wish to be included in the draw.
 ◦ Please include the members name and if the preference is for a stand or terrace ticket in the message. We can guarantee either, but we will do our best to oblige within our allocation in terms of stand and terrace.
Kind regards
Millstreet GAA exec

Micheál Lawlor Loughlea, Banteer, Cork

The death has occurred of

Micheál Lawlor

Loughlea, Banteer, Cork

Lawlor (Banteer) On May 26th 2025, peacefully in the wonderful care of Doctors, Nurses and staff at Mercy University Hospital, Cork and in the presence of his loving family, Micheál, Loughlea, son of the late Paddy and Margaret (nee O’ Connor), dear brother of Marie (Kelleher, Killarney), Margaret (Murphy, Drangan), Peter, Tony, John and the late Donal, Patrick, Jamie, Martin and Dominic. Deeply regretted by his loving family, brother-in-law Matt, sisters-in-law Teresa, Nuala, Joan, Mairead and Mary, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

May he rest in peace

Reposing at McCarthy’s Funeral Home, Banteer (p51n922) Wednesday (May 28th) from 6:30pm to 8:00 with prayers at 7:30pm. Reception into St Fursey’s Church, Banteer on Thursday (May 29th) for Requiem Mass at 12 noon which can be viewed live at http://www.churchservices.tv/banteer . Burial afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.

Messages of sympathy for the family may be left via this link.

Millstreet Vintage Club cheque presentation

Thank you so much.
Cheque presentation to Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind from MVC recent tractor run. It was the first event of 2025 and despite the weather on the day we were glad with the turnout, everyone that contributed to the event and to all that helped made this event a successful day.
Thanks to Chris, Tom & Jira for travelling to Millstreet to accept the cheque.

[read more …] “Millstreet Vintage Club cheque presentation”

Darren Kiely took to the stage in Stockholm

It isn’t often we have the pleasure of seeing a Millstreet man taking to the stage in Stockholm!! Last night Darren Kiely played to a packed venue at Nalen in central Stockholm. The performance was brilliant, the atmosphere was electric and the night was a resounding success. Well done and congratulations on an astounding performance @Darren Kiely ….. Great meeting you-looking forward to the fantastic career that is ahead of you!!

Wonderfully Successful St. Brigid’s Cross Project in Library

A huge thank you to everyone who responded to our call for rushes to make St. Brigid’s Crosses at Millstreet Library.  Special thanks to Margaret, Mary, Catherine & her two sons Daniel and Conor, Liz, and Liam for their contributions.  We had a fantastic morning (Fri. 31st Jan. 2025) where lots of beautiful crosses were made, both for personal use and for the church.  It was wonderful to see the community spirit in full force.  Thanks again to everyone who came along and contributed. Happy St Brigid’s Day.  Tap on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

#CommunitySpirit #StBrigidsCross #Gratitude #MillstreetLibrary #CorkCountyCouncilLibraryAndArtsService #CorkCountyCouncil

John Stephen O’Sullivan, Convent View, Rathmore

The death has occurred of John Stephen O’Sullivan, Convent View, Rathmore, Co. Kerry.

The death has occurred of John Stephen O’Sullivan, Convent View, Rathmore, Co. Kerry. On January 8th, 2025, peacefully, in the care of the nurses and staff at Killarney Community Hospital. Predeceased by his parents John and Nora and infant siblings Mary, Christina and Patrick. Deeply mourned by his sister Anne, relatives, kind neighbours and a large circle of friends.

May John Stephen Rest In Peace

If you wish to sympathise, the family will be available at St. Joseph’s Church, Rathmore from 12:30pm on Saturday 11th January. John Stephan’s Requiem Mass will then be celebrated at 1:30pm. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. The Funeral Mass can be viewed live by clicking on Rathmore Live Cam on the following link https://www.rathmoreparish.ie. If you wish to leave a message of sympathy, please click on the condolence link here.

Paddy Brosnan, Coolroemore, Banteer & Meelin

The death has occurred of Paddy Brosnan, Coolroemore, Banteer, Co. Cork /Meelin, Co. Cork.

Brosnan, (Banteer); On December 21st 2024, peacefully in the loving care of Ber, Mary and staff at Kanturk Community Hospital. Paddy, Coolroemore and formerly of Knockduff Upper, Meelin, beloved husband of Josie (née O’Connor) and dear father of Damien and the late Mary (O’Riordan), foster father of Ger, Jim and Dan, brother of the late Mick, Dan, David, Lil, and brother-in-law of the late Mickie, Teddy, Noel & JJ.

Deeply regretted by his loving wife, family, grandchildren Owen, Seán, Aoife, Sarah, Mia, Saoirse and Clara, son in law JJ, daughter in law Marie, brothers in law Paddy and Johnny, sisters in law Kathy, Hannah and Bridie, Jim’s partner Lisa, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends, especially Sharon, Miriam, Joan-Ann and Catherine.

May he rest in peace

Reposing at McCarthy’s Funeral Home, Banteer on Monday (December 23rd) from 6pm with prayers at 7.30pm. Reception into St Fursey’s Church, Banteer on Tuesday (Christmas Eve) for 10am Requiem Mass, which can be viewed http://www.churchservices.tv/banteer Burial afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.

Messages of condolences for the family may be left on link here.

The family would like to especially thank the Doctors, Nurses and staff of Mallow General Hospital for their excellent care of Paddy during his time there.