Issue 7 February

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LEGAL MATTERS CORNER

Mediating as conflict resolution.

Glenda is separating from her partner of 10 years Roy but is anxious that everything would be sorted out as amicably as possible for the sake of themselves and the children. She has heard of mediation as an option and is wondering how it works.

Mediation is a voluntary conflict resolution process where the parties sit down with a third party facilitator to resolve their differences. The facilitator has to be non-biased and nonjudgemental and does not impose solutions on the parties but rather helps them to negotiate their own solutions in the midst of a difficult situation. Feelings and emotions are acknowledged, revealed and identified in order to help the parties move forward to find reasonable solutions to co-parenting and arrangements for the children, maintenance, property division, division of other assets, sorting out of bank accounts, pensions, succession rights and life policies amongst other issues. Since the Mediation Act 2017 commenced on 1/1/2018 there is an obligation on solicitors to provide advice and information on mediation. A court can suggest mediation and indeed has discretion to take into account any unreasonable refusal or failure by a party to consider mediation in assessing costs.

you have a legal query or need further information on any

Family Law mediation is therefore very useful for separating couples. The parties should have access to legal advice during the course of the mediation. It is an informal, flexible, cost effective process that works well where the two parties are engaged and fully invested in the process. It is important that the mediated agreement is not legally enforceable until and when it is brought to the parties respective solicitors to be put into a legally binding format as mediators are not legal advisors not do they give legal advice.

Once agreement is reached in mediation and one has a signed mediated agreement one has the basis of a workable arrangement usually which can form the basis of a legally binding agreement. Negotiated agreements of this type are much more likely to be adhered to by both parties as they are invested in making them work.

Mediation is a better option for children as their views can be ascertained during the process and they can have an input into arrangements.

It is important also for mediation to be effective that there is ful disclosure of all assets, debts, income and outgoings.

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Photos by John Cleary

ABOVE: Having a party at “Valentine’s Ball” by Scoil Eoin, Balloonagh Primary School Tralee, to raise funds to develop playgrounds and playing areas around the new school structure. The Ball was held at Ballygarry House Hotel on Friday night, from

ABOVE: Sarah O’Carroll, and David Griffin, both from Tralee, celebrating Valentine’s night with dinner at the Brogue Inn.

ABOVE: Christine O’Sullivan, from Mounthawk, Tralee, and currently a 4th year medical student in UCC. At present she is fundraising with classmates to purchase much needed medical supplies for underprivileged rural hospital in Tanzania. We intend to take these supplies with us on our trip in June. There will be collectors outside Our Lady and St Brendans Church after Mass this weekend. Christine is pictured with Fr. Padraig Walsh PP.

ABOVE: Kerry Team Captain, David Clifford giving his support to Launch the “Organ Donor Awareness Walk” in aid of the Kerry Branch Irish Kidney Association, which is being held on the 15th March 2020 in Killarney. Registeration will take place at the Muckross Pary Hotel, Killarney, between 9.30am to 10.30am and the walk begins from there. from left Noreen Buckley, committee, Kerry Captain David Clifford, who launched the event and Theresa Looney, Patient Support Officer. There are three routes on the day. 1. Stroll to Muckross Abbey, 2. Walk Muckross/Denis. 3. Hike Torc Mountain. Please come along and walk with us on the day and support the hundreds of patients who desperately need a Transplant.

in pictures!

ABOVE: Laura and Alan Freeman, Ballyheigue, pictured at “Valentine’s Ball” by Scoil Eoin, Balloonagh Primary School Tralee, to raise funds to develop playgrounds and playing areas around the new school structure. The Ball was held at Ballygarry House Hotel on Friday night.

ABOVE: Marie and Pat Millane, Kilmore, pictured at “Valentine’s Ball” by Scoil Eoin, Balloonagh Primary School Tralee, to raise funds to develop playgrounds and playing areas around the new school structure. The Ball was held at Ballygarry House Hotel on Friday night.

ABOVE: Mary and Joe McMahon, Tralee, supporting the “Valentine’s Ball” by Scoil Eoin, Balloonagh Primary School Tralee, to raise funds to develop playgrounds and playing areas around the new school structure.

ABOVE: Robert and Caroline Kennedy, Tralee, pictured at “Valentine’s Ball” by Scoil Eoin, Balloonagh Primary School Tralee, to raise funds to develop playgrounds and playing areas around the new school structure. The Ball was held at Ballygarry House Hotel on Friday night.

ABOVE:Pictured at the “Valentine’s Ball” by Scoil Eoin, Balloonagh Primary School Tralee, to raise funds to develop playgrounds and playing areas around the new school structure. The Ball was held at Ballygarry House Hotel on Friday night, from left David O’Brien, Anna Buckley and Fr. Padraig Walsh PP.

ABOVE:Carmel and Brendan Galvin, The Black Shop, Castlecove, Co Kerry, presented a cheque for 1,000 EURO proceeds of a community swim on St Stephens day, to the Kerry Hospice Foundation, in memory of baby Daniel Murphy and Marguerite O’Connor. Pictured from left Brenda Galvin, The Black Shop, the secretary KHF Mary Shanahan, the Chairman KHF Joe Hennebery and Carmel Galvin, The Black Shop, Castlecove, Co Kerry.

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Aquadome insurance costs pose risk to its future

Tralee Aqua Dome has warned that if insurance claims rise , it could eventually lead to the closure of the leisure facility .

Tralee Waterworld plc,aka the Aquadome recorded pre-tax annual profits of €73,511 by 30-4-19 ., employs 35 staff which contribute over 500k to the local economy . Revenues at the attraction –- last year increased from €1.17m to €1.23m.

CEO of the Aqua Dome, Kieran Rutledge, that it is an ongoing battle to keep the Aqua Dome open as it loses money for 66% of the year . He said that the Aqua Dome faces the significant problem of the high level of personal injury awards for small injuries.

He said that the cost of dealing with claims has prevented the Aqua Dome from developing further, as the Aqua Dome’s insurance premiums were €90,000 in 2019 which is an increase on premiums of around €50,000 five years ago. The directors’ report warns

that “successful claims up to the excess amount for a number of consecutive years would pose a significant risk to the business.”

Mr Rutledge said that he currently has seven ‘live’ personal injury claims on his desk.

Progress Being Made To Dangerous Junction In Farranfore

Kerry County Council has confirmed that progress is being made in regards to the carrying out of improvement works to a dangerous junction in Farranfore Village. The Council were responding to a request from Fianna Fail Councillor Michael Cahill who had called on the Council and Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) to address as a matter of priority, the extremely dangerous and busy 4 Cross road junction at Farranfore village where the Tralee/Killarney road meets with the Killorglin/ Firies/Farranfore road and the Currow/Farranfore road. The Killorglin Councillor had called on TII to take into consideration the fact that 17,000 vehicles pass through Farranfore every day and the fact that the road carries a significant amount of traffic that enters/exits the county on a daily basis v Limerick/ Castleisland. Speaking at this

month’s meeting of Kerry County Council Councillor Cahill said “This junction warrants a major improvement scheme before someone is seriously injured or killed at this location.” “The majority of visitors to our county drive through Farranfore as do the majority of people living in Kerry who wish to drive to Dublin and in this context it has to be one of the busier junctions in Kerry, if not the busiest” stated Mr Cahill. The Fianna Fail Councillor said Improvement works to the junction in Farranfore should be the number One priority for the Council.

Charlie O Sullivan, Director of Services, Roads and Transportation gave the following response to Councillor Cahill’s Motion. Farranfore is included in a programme for safety improvement measures based on the collision history along

Rotary present vital funds for Baile Mhuire Bus!

“ As part of Rotary’s ethos “Service above Self. Rotary has committed to help local charities with the community. Each year Rotary picks a number of Charities that will benefit from the number of fundraising events we hold. Baile Mhuire were chosen as benefactors of a Flag day that took place in December. Baile Mhuire provides a vital day care service to older member of our community. The Centre recently purchased a bus to collect service users who otherwise may not get out and about and bring them to avail of the services within the Centre. Rotary are delighted to be able to contribute to the purchase of the bus through their donation of €1,750.”

this section of the N22 (known as HD15 sites), and this junction is being considered as part of the overall plan.

A Feasibility Report has been prepared which examines a number of options to address the safety issues arising particularly at the junction. This is a complex scheme which requires extensive

consultation with property owners adjacent to the junction.

It is hoped that improvement proposals can be finalised in the coming months and TII funding secured to carry out the necessary works at this location.

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WHAT’S ON IN

Thursday 27th February

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: CITIZENS’ ASSEMBLY

Question

Is there a new Citizens’ Assembly planned for 2020?

Answer

Yes. A new Citizens’ Assembly on gender equality has been established and the next meeting takes place on 14-16 February 2020. Dr Catherine Day, former Secretary General of the European Commission, will chair the Assembly.

The Assembly consists of 100 people, comprising of a chairperson and 99 citizens entitled to vote at a referendum. The 99 citizens are randomly selected to be broadly representative of Irish society.

National Folk Theatre of Ireland presents

Humperdinck – Hansel & Gretel

One of the greatest operas about children, Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel is full of music that is sweet and beguiling. An exciting coproduction between Irish National Opera / Theatre Lovett / Abbey Theatre co-production, this colourful and engaging piece of theatrical opera stars Tralee’s very own Miriam Murphy!

MUSIC, SONG AND DANCE

Tickets €30/€27/€15

Friday 28th February

Trad Connections

An Expert Advisory Group has also been established to support the work of the Assembly and prepare information and advice. The Assembly will meet five times to discuss a range of gender equality issues. When the Assembly finishes considering each issue, it develops a series of draft recommendations and votes on each. Recommendations may include policy, legislative or constitutional change.

At the end of the process, the Assembly will send its recommendations to the Houses of the Oireachtas. The Government will respond to each recommendation of the Assembly and, if accepting the recommendation, will indicate the timeframe for any related referendum.

Join Leonard Barry, Declan Folan & Shane McGowan at the second gig in a new series of traditional Irish music sessions in the intimate surroundings of the Siamsa Tíre foyer and bar - full bar open throughout. This multi award winning Sligo based trio draw their music from their native counties of Sligo and Kerry. They will play a selection of tunes from their recent 2019 album “Hurry the Jug” as well as their extensive repertoire. These three highly regarded players have shared the stage and recorded with some of the greats of music including Zakeer Hussain, Dervish, Kevin Burke, Lunasa, Sean Keane, Lisa O’Neill and Luka Bloom to name a few.

Tickets €5

The Citizens’ Assembly on gender equality is inviting public submissions to inform the discussions of the Assembly. It welcomes submissions from Irish citizens and non-citizens living in Ireland or abroad as well as members of advocacy groups and other organisations. The Assembly does not accept anonymous submissions. You need to provide your first name, surname and email address plus the name of your organisation, where relevant. All submissions received will be to view available online.

The consultation is open until Friday, 6 March 2020. You can visit citizensassembly.ie to get more information about the work of the Assembly.

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Anne B, Tralee: This was my first experience in hosting students . .. apprehensive at first but my experience has been a positive one. I have hosted students from, Spain, Germany and Italy. It has provided me with great insights and an opportunity to learn about different cultures.

Aileen, Kilflynn: Definitely the best company I've dealt with... professionalism and knowledge of what both the student and host family needs are... second to none!

Noreen, Tralee: Anne and the team at Celtic have been very flexible with me, giving me students when suits us as a family, lovely having that little bit extra to get those treats we all deserve

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IT Tralee Course Nominated for Irish Construction Excellence Award

The Certificate in Building Information Modelling (BIM) with Revit at IT Tralee has been nominated for an Irish Construction Excellence Award in the category “Third Level Course – Postgraduate or CPD.”

The Certificate in BIM with Revit is offered as a 4 month (1 semester), 10 ECTS Credit, part-time online programme. Using Revit and other software tools on their own computers, students undertake modelling and collaborative exercises to demonstrate their capacity to engage with typical workflows on a BIM project. Delivery involves a core evening lecture

which is broadcast through IT Tralee’s online Blackboard web portal. This lecture is recorded for review or for learners unable to participate live. It is supplemented with shared content, reading material and various links to external sources.

Founded in 1993 the Irish Construction Excellence Awards (ICE Awards) are the original and premier recognition of performance excellence for the contracting sector in Ireland. Entry to the Awards is open to: Building Contractors, Civil Engineering Contractors, Specialist M&E Contractors, Specialist

Pop Up shop in the Square is staying put!

After a great Christmas season , Carmel Prenderville , owner of the Pop up shop in the square has just overseen a big seasonal changeover in the shop this week with @amazing New Arrivals @ Budget Prices.There are great fashion choices available for Weddings. Confirmation. Communion. Chic and Alternative as well as the classy casuals ...why not give a sneak peak this weekend ?

Contractors, Construction Product Suppliers and Third Level Colleges offering certain construction related courses.

Commenting on the nomination, course coordinator Tim Segal said “The course is designed to demonstrate BIM practice to practitioners who are struggling with the early stages of BIM adoption. Participants are encouraged to bring their own personal experience from their particular field as a starting point and are given access to software for practical engagement. The nomination of this programme for an award like this is proof of the innovative approach of IT Tralee to upskilling those already in the workplace.”

Brid McElligott, Vice President for Research, Development & External Engagement and Head of Life Long Learning at IT Tralee said “Our Lifelong Learning programme offering has grown significantly over the last number of years,

due in part to the innovative approach IT Tralee staff and their industry colleagues take when evaluating the skills needs for the region. Programmes like the Certificate in Building Information Modelling with Revit utilise online technology to ensure that no matter the hours you work, you will always have the opportunity to upskill and progress in your chosen field. Congratulations to the School of STEM and Tim Segal for their leadership in this area.”

The Irish Construction Excellence Awards take place on Saturday 28th of March in the Convention Centre Dublin. If you’re interested in studying part time, IT Tralee’s lifelong learning prospectus can be found here: www.ittralee. ie/en/InformationFor/ FutureStudents/PartTimeStudy/

HO T E L • T RA LE E

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Fill every occasion with fantastic food and service. The Meadowlands event team will work with you to tailor your event as you envision catering for intimate dinner parties to large celebrations.

Mouth-watering menus are prepared to cater to the tastes and dining requirements of your party. Menu choices include nger food, barbecue, buffet, social and gala menus.

The hotel boasts a choice of semi-private and private function rooms to create the perfect atmosphere for your party.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is

Tralee Harriers,

St. Patrick’s Half Marathon 10k and 5k?

This event is run by Tralee Harriers AC with the sole purpose of raising funds for the development of their training grounds The event includes a Half Marathon (13.1 miles) a 10Km & a 5Km. Tralee Harriers also host a 10Km in August as part of the Rose of Tralee Festival

How do I enter?

Entry at register.primoevents.com/ps/ event/TraleeHarriersHalfMarathon10k

What is the entry fee?

The online entry fee is

€37.50 for the Half Marathon,

€27.00 for the 10Km

€15.00 for the 5Km

When is the event taking place?

The event takes place on Saturday 14th March 2020

09:30 am for the Half Marathon 10:00 am for the 10K & 5Km

Where do I get my race number?

Race number collection is from the Rose Hotel 4pm to 8pm Friday 13th and from 7.00am to 8.45am on Saturday 14th. It is a short walk to the start line from number collection. Bag drop is also available here

What does my entry fee to Tralee Marathon include?

Your fee covers the following:

• Race entry

• Finishers T-shirt

• Finishers Medal

• Glass Trophies for the Top Finishers in both races

• Professional Chip Timing

• Fully stocked Refreshment Stand after the event

• Water, first aid stations and toilets are available along the route

• Entertainment at Start and Finish Lines as well as along the route

What is the route?

We have retained our very popular routes

The 10K is a looped route from the Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre round by Blennerville and back to the Centre

The Half marathon follows the canal path, down to Tralee Bay, into town and out into the countryside and back to the canals and river walks finishing back at the start

Line.

Details of the route and a route map can be found on www.traleemarathon.com and on our Facebook page.

Where is the Race Start and Finish Line?

The start and finish line is located at Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre on the south side of the town.

Are there Pacers?

Yes, Chris Grayson and his team from Kerry Crusaders are providing pacers for the Half marathon

1Hr 30, 1Hr 45, 2.00Hr, 2Hr.15, 2hr.30

Is the race being timed?

In association with athletics Ireland, Ronan Wogan and his team form Myrunresults. ie are doing the timing again this year

How is the race signposted?

The 10K is a looped route and KM Placards are posted along the route

The Half Marathon has Mile Marker Placards posted along the route with additional markers on the road surface.

Are there Water stations/First Aid?

Yes, there are Water stations roughly every 3 miles and First Aid facilities at the start/ finish line with an ambulance following the Half Marathon route

Is there parking at the start and finish line?

There is NO parking at the start & finish lines of the course

There is NO parking outside of the Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre or in the residential area opposite

We are advising that all participants will Use the Rose Hotel, Brandon Car park, and multi story Car parks in town

Along with your bespoke medal and T-shirt a commemorative Glass Trophy will go to the top Three Men and women across the line in both races.

Commemorative trophies will go to the Male and Female winners of the 40, 45, 50, 55, 60+ groups in the Half Marathon.

traleeharriersannualruns@gmail.com

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Kerry County Council Historian in Residence

Listowel native, Tom Dillon has taken up a position as Historian in Residence with Kerry County Council. This three-month contract position is funded under the Historian in Residence Grant Scheme 2019 as part of the Kerry County Council Decade of Centenaries programme. Mr Dillon will be based at Kerry Library Headquarters, Tralee and will work under the direction of Kerry Library staff to co-ordinate research work and timelines; identify themes, events and notable figures; meet community groups and to promote interest and engagement in history among a non-academic audience. .A graduate of the University of Limerick, Tom completed a Certificate in Local History

in 2012 and an MA with first class honours in the History of the Family in 2013. Over the past six years, he has delivered a series of public lectures around the county about the Kerry men and women who took part in the First World War. He has also volunteered with Kerry County Museum and the Kerry Writers’ Museum along with giving tours as part of the 2019 Architecture Kerry festival.

‘It is a huge honour to serve as the Kerry County Council Historian-in-Residence. On the 100th anniversary of the War of Independence, it is an exciting time to be researching the history of our county and country. So many historical sources have been made available online in recent years

and they have opened up a whole new light on the events of a century ago. From military pension records and medal applications to death inquests, they bring the conflict to life in a very personal way,’ he said. As part of the Residency, the

Historian will hold a number of engagement sessions with community and historical groups in each of the five Municipal Districts.

The aim of these sessions will be to advise on the historical sources available to support the commemoration of events associated with the Decade of Centenaries throughout county Kerry:

Municipal District Date

Tralee Friday, 20 March

Tralee Library

– 1.00p.m. Killarney Thursday, 26 March

Killarney Library 10.30am – 1.00p.m. Castleisland & Corca Dhuibhne Friday, 27 March

Castleisland Library 10.30am – 1.00p.m. Thursday, 2 April

Leabharlann Dhaingean Uí Chúis 11.00am – 1.30p.m. Kenmare Friday, 3 April

Listowel Monday, 6 April

“LET’S GET GREEN” is the THEME FOR ST. PATRICKS DAY

All local community groups, organisations along with schools, clubs and businesses are being invited to join the 2020 ‘Let’s Get Green’ St. Patrick’s Day Festival Parade in Tralee on Tuesday the 17th of March as part of the national day of celebrations.

Mayor of Tralee, Cllr Jim Finucane said: “We hope to attract over 50 local groups, clubs, organisations and businesses to take part in this year’s parade which will get underway at 12pm on March 17th.”

As always the parade will leave from John Joe Sheehy Road and will continue through Boherbee, Castle Street, The Mall and finishing in The Square. A number of road closures will be in place from 10.30am on the morning of the parade and motorists and pedestrians are requested to follow the guidance of the volunteer stewards.

In keeping with the ‘Let’s Get Green’ theme the festival organisers are asking people to apply online via www.tralee. ie or from the Tralee St Patrick’s Day Parade Facebook Page where you can also download the form. Entry forms are also available from Kerry County Council Offices in Rathass and Princes Quay as well as from the Tralee Chamber Alliance offices at HQ Block 2 on Dominick St. or email stpatrickstralee@gmail.com

Kenmare Library 11.00am – 1.30p.m.

Listowel Library 10.00am – 1.00p.m.

Once all the applications have been received, each participant will receive a confirmation email containing their slot number which will be displayed along the assembly area.

Kerry County Council, through the Community Support Fund, is the main sponsor of the Tralee St Patrick’s Day Parade.

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Lee Strand celebrates 100 years at their Annual Social

Over four hundred people attended the 100th year celebration of Lee Strand at their annual social on Saturday, February 8th in the Ballygarry House Hotel in Tralee. The evening marked a special milestone to celebrate 100 years of the establishment of Lee Strand Co-operative in April 1920.

The annual gathering attended by farmers, shareholders, staff and customers of Lee Strand was a wonderful social evening of fine dining, great music,

dancing and surprise guest appearances. On arrival guests were welcomed with a special Lee Strand centenary cocktail and prosecco reception in the Pavilion in Ballygarry and was followed by a four course dinner in the banqueting hall. One of Ireland’s leading comedy stars Local Gossip Bernard Casey and the Singing Chef Bryan Carr made special guest appearances during the evening. Following dinner everyone danced the night away to Arklight.

Edward Behan, Killahan, Abbeydorney was announced as the winner of the Lee Strand Overall Milk Quality Award 2019. Speaking on the night Donal Pierse, Chairman, Lee Strand congratulated Edward Behan as recipient of the Lee Strand Overall Milk Quality Award 2019.

He also congratulated all of Lee Strand’s monthly quality award winners and commended the quality achievements of Lee Strand farmers who month after

month provide the highest quality milk in Kerry and beyond.

Lee Strand also made presentations to two retiring milk suppliers Nora Allman and Simon Leen for their dedication to Lee Strand over the years. Lee Strand’s oldest shareholders Danny Pierse, Pat Griffin and Eileen Scannell, who are in their nineties, were also recognised with a Lifetime Achievement Award for their contribution to Lee Strand over the years.

Open call for women in Kerry to try fishing

Inland Fisheries Ireland will be running a number of events to give women in Kerry and nationwide the opportunity to try fishing in 2020. Well renowned angler and one of the world’s leading fly casting instructors, Glenda Powell has partnered with Inland Fisheries Ireland to teach the participants around various venues in Ireland from April to September of this year. The aim of the programme is to give women an opportunity to try fishing in a relaxed and supportive environment with other beginners. Each participant will be concentrated on as an individual and the aim is to develop her own personal requirements during the programme to enable learning. The course will be a mixture of spinning and fly fishing to ensure that each participant gets to experience a variety of fishing methods while figuring out what method works best for them. Participants will

be encouraged to progress at their own rate of learning while feeling safe in or around water. Each participant will learn a new skill and be in the outdoors and will hopefully develop an interest to continue with the sport. Those wishing to progress to the next level in learning to fish will be encouraged to sign up to future programmes and also to join local angling clubs. Each course will consist of a half-day session either in the morning (9.30am – 1.00pm) or afternoon (2pm - 5.30pm) on Saturdays, Suzanne Campion, Head of Business Development at Inland Fisheries Ireland said: “We are delighted to be able to offer this pilot programme to women as an opportunity to not only learn fishing but have the chance to develop a new skill and past time. In today’s society, outdoor recreational activities are more important than ever from a health and well-being perspective and in

Ireland, we are uniquely placed with the breadth and quality of our fisheries resource which is available to all to enjoy. We want to give these women a unique opportunity to be able to try out this sport in a relaxed and supportive environment among some of our greatest natural resources

here in Ireland.” The programme is open to all women aged 18 and over. Booking is essential as there are a limited number of spaces. If you are interested in taking part or would like more information visit https://www. fisheriesireland.ie/women.

PARTICIPANTS WANTED

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At Recovery Haven, Haigs

Terrace Tralee, Dara Ó Cinnéide

takes up his new appointment as Ambassador to the Recovery Haven as the Recovery Haven celebrate 10years, with Dara on his appointment as Ambassador L-r: Siobhan McSweeney, Eddie Murphy, Dara Ó Cinnéide,Tim McSwiney and Marisa Reidy. (Recovery Haven Board). Photo Joe Hanley

Warriors overpower Moycullen ahead of local derby showdown

The Harp and Lion, Church St, Listowel Tue- Sat: 12 - 4pm or e-mail: keith.harbour@yahoo.com

Garvey’s Tralee Warriors maintained their position at the top of Men’s Super League by comfortably accounting for Moycullen by 79-61 at the Kingfisher Arena in NUI Galway on Saturday night. After an evenly contested opening quarter the defending champions cut loose in the second and third periods to establish a game-winning platform.

This game saw the defending champions secure win number 14 of the season by 79-61 in the end. The win keeps the Warriors one win ahead of Belfast Star with four games remaining in the campaign. Next up for the Warriors is an all-out local derby showdown with their nearest and dearest rivals Keane’s SuperValu Killorglin. The games has already generated huge anticipation and excitement ahead of what promises to be a Super League classic.

Tip off next Saturday night at the home of the Warriors is 7.30pm....Alan Cantwell PRO

Wanna be a ‘Thousandaire ‘??

Launching the CBS Primary School, Tralee, Who Wants to be a Thousandaire in The Ashe Hotel Tralee on Tuesday evening, Sitting Tom Shanahan and Ciar Griffin.

Back Sarah Molony,Keith Costello ,Joan Hill, Adrian Mahony,Karen Walsh and Denis Coleman (principal)

Photo Joe Hanley

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“SNAPPED ON SOCIAL MEDIA”

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FREE HR SEMINAR!

an you afford to miss a Free HR Seminar with leading HR Expert Caroline McEnery- Lead yourself, your team and your organisation to the next level

Our first Kerry LEO Seminar will be on March 4th at Ballygarry House Hotel and Spa

• Registration 9am

• Event Time 9.30-11.30am

To view the agenda and register a place at our events, visit our events page: www.thehrsuite.com/upcomingevents.htm

Chamber launches its affinity program for business!

Business Event at the Rose Hotel!

Join Declan

O’Donoghue LIVE in Tralee March 10th and learn how to implement a structured and proven growth related goal setting strategy, Great for your business !

Tuesday, March 10th

@7pm, The Rose Hotel Traleel

Kerry Convention Bureau

members on a magical #MeetInKerry mystery tour in Tralee including a hands on foraging adventure with CROI Tralee Culinary Gangsters, #CSR activities for Tralee Soup Kitchen and a reception and conference with The Rose Hotel a fantastic showcase of whats on offer in Tralee for Conferences & Events #MICE

Rebecca Sh tt Beauty

HELLO BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE

I

hope you’re having an amazing week.

This week I’m doing something that isn’t necessarily beauty related - but I thought might be of interest anyway.

LET’S TALK PODCASTS.

I absolutely LOVE podcasts, although they are a more recent trend, I have been listening to some for a few years now. I listen to at least one podcast episode daily. I’m not much of a tv gal, (except when Love Island is on), I’d rather watch YouTube videos or listen to a good podcast. This week I want to talk about my top recommendations for podcasts. I listen to all of the below on Spotify.

ON PURPOSE WITH JAY SHETTY

Jay Shetty has the most interesting conversations with people, I listen to him almost everyday and always learn something valuable. He has had Jada Pinkett Smith, Kobe Bryant, Robin Sharma, Khloe Kardashian, Jordan Belfort, Gary Vee and so many more on his podcast - a very interesting listen.

IT GALZ

One of the newest podcasts on my list, the epitome of girl talk, this podcast has me howling laughing. It’s hosted by Jenny & Lindsay, two galz in their 30s who live in Dublin. I HIGHLY recommend.

THE JAMES SMITH PODCAST

I love all of James’ content but I think his podcasts are my favourite. He is an online Personal Trainer who has a very no BS approach to the fitness industry. His podcasts are VERY informative and easy to listen to. I recommend starting with BOOKS, MENTAL WEALTH or FAT LOSS FOR FEMALES. Or you can just start at the beginning.

OPRAH’S SUPER SOUL CONVERSATIONS

Is there anything Oprah isn’t amazing at? Listening to her podcast is SO informative but also calming, because, it’s Oprah. I loved her episoden ‘Oprah on the False Power of Ego’. She also has guests on, Dwayne Johnson & Michelle Obama have been two of my recent favourites.

MARK MEHIGAN’S SUNDAY ROAST

If you want a laugh then Mark Mehigan’s Sunday Roast will have you crying with laughter. Another Irish podcast that I love - Mark’s take on life is simply hilarious and I love listening to his podcast when I need a laugh.

THE GARY VEE AUDIO EXPERIENCE

Probaby one of my favourites, I have been a fan of Gary Vee for a few years now. I have both of his books and I just really enjoy his content. This podcast is more business focused and he talks a lot about technology and social media, but in an easy to listen to/understand way. Listen to his podcast ‘how to stop caring and start posting’ - it was one of my favourites.

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Hello everyone!

Hope you’re having a great week.

This week we’re going to talk about recovery. Going to the gym and working out is amazing for your body, but to reap the full benefits you need to make sure you’re getting the right recovery.

SLEEP:

we need sleep, it’s a fact. 7-9 hours per night is optimal. Our bodies need sleep to recover, build muscle and have energy for the next day. I highly recommend the book ‘Why We Sleep’ by Matthew Walker or finding a podcast he featured on. If we don’t get enough sleep our bodies won’t function properly, we will be more irritable and our brain won’t be as sharp as it should be.

PROTEIN:

your body needs protein to fuel your muscles. Insufficient protein in your diet reduces lean body mass, muscle strength, and function. Not consuming enough protein can also cause muscle cramping, weakness, and soreness. Your body will take protein from muscle tissue and use it as energy to support other vital body functions when protein is low.

HYDRATION:

as I always say - hydration is key! You need to make sure your body is hydrated at all times - when you workout, your body loses water through sweat so you need to replenish that. If you are dehydrated you will not feel good.

REST DAYS:

BEXBLAHFITNESS! Rebecca

you need to give your body a rest day, especially if you’re doing strenuous exercise. I haven’t been very good at this recently, and I felt it in the gym yesterday. I just felt weak and unmotivated. So today I took a much needed rest day and I’m sure I’ll feel way better when I go to the gym tomorrow.

HEALTHY RECIPES

Stews are the ultimate cold-weather comfort food. Whether you prefer something classic, like a hearty beef stew in red wine sauce, or something lighter

STEW

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup plain flour

• Salt and freshly ground pepper

• 4 pounds boneless lamb shoulder or top round, cut into 2-inch cubes

• 1/2 cup olive oil

• 2 cups dry red wine2wine2

• 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar

• 4 cups chicken stock

• 2 tablespoons chopped tarragon

• 1 pound baby carrots, peeled

• 1 pound baby parsnips, peeled

• 1 pound small baby potatoes

• 1/2 pound baby turnips, halved

• 8 baby fennel bulbs, trimmed, fronds reserved and chopped

• shallot, minced

• 2 tablespoons minced parsley

METHOD

Step 1

Preheat the oven. Put the flour in a large bowl and season generously with salt and pepper. Add the lamb cubes in 4 batches, tossing to coat thoroughly.

Step 2 In a large enameled cast-iron casserole, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil until shimmering. Add one-fourth of the lamb cubes and cook over moderately high heat until browned, about 6 minutes; transfer to a plate. Brown the remaining floured lamb in 3 batches, adding 2 tablespoons of oil to the pot per batch. Reduce the heat if the casserole bottom darkens too much.

Step 3 Return all of the lamb to the casserole. Add the wine and vinegar and bring to a boil. Add the stock and tarragon and return to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Cover the casserole and braise the stew in the oven for about 1 hour, or until the meat is nearly tender.

Step 4

Add the carrots, parsnips, potatoes, turnips, fennel and shallot to the lamb stew. Season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil, stirring to distribute the vegetables. Cover the casserole, return it to the oven and cook until the meat and vegetables are tender, about 1 hour longer. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the parsley and fennel fronds and serve the stew in deep bowls.

Let me know if you enjoyed them and we will continue our healthy eating next week and remember to send your quetions to: askchefnoel@hotmail.com

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Women have unique health issues and can experience certain complaints more or sometimes less frequently than men and their nutritional requirements are also different.

Tailored support for female health issues are important from a young age right through to later life.

WELLNESS FOR WOMEN

Empowering yourself with some simple but powerful knowledge can help improve your sense of wellness by supporting your body’s natural metabolic and hormonal balance.

Some of the more common female health issues are:

PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome)

Around 1 in 4 women suffer moderate to severe PMS symptoms, which occur 1-2 weeks before menstruation. The most common symptoms are irritability, anxiety, tension, mood swings, bloating, breast tenderness and headaches. These symptoms can be severe and some of the natural remedies shown to be helpful are: MAGNESIUM and VITAMIN B6 – helps reduce cravings, fluid retention and anxiety. Both MAGNESIUM and B6 play an important role in regulating hormones and mood.

UTI (Urinary Tract Infections)

It is estimated 1 in 5 women will have a urinary tract infections during their life. UTI’s have a very high (up to 20%) risk of reoccurrence. Some safe and effective ways to prevent reoccurring UTI’s are therefore very important and this is the main use of CRANBERRY. The berries are rich in nutrients which may prevent infections taking hold. It is recommended to take CRANBERRY CAPSULES along with a PROBIOTIC for long term prevention. When faster relief is needed D-MANOSE (in capsules or powder) is a good recommendation.

A PERUVIAN SUPER-FOOD FOR WOMEN WELLBEING IS MACA MACA is a remarkable super-food prized for improving energy and vitality and is known as an important remedy for female health. MACA has been used for centuries for female and hormonal balance. Indeed, modern research has found that MACA may help to improve energy and mood and decrease anxiety. A number of studies have also shown MACA to be a safe way to relieve menopausal symptoms and may help reduce hot flushes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, improve libido and emotional wellbeing. MACA is available in powder or capsule form

Until next time, stay healthy.

Deirdre

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Summer must be getting closer... Spillanes are opening!

The countdown is on for the re-opening after the Winter months at Spillane’s Bar, Maharees. Saturday March 7th sees the popular bar and restaurant re-open its doors full time, with their team on hand to welcome you back for another season. Their new menu features some ever popular favourites and also has a number of new dishes featuring the very best of local produce. Spillane’s has been serving great food for over 40 years and their casual dining experience, coupled with amazing food, makes it a must visit this year. From sipping a pint overlooking Brandon Bay, to enjoying a glass of Prosecco with your meal, you will enjoy an atmosphere which is famed the world over.

This Spring they will release details of some great offers and events, which will be announced on their Facebook and Instagram (both Spillanes Bar) pages as well as on their website. Bookings are now also being taken and you can reserve a table easily online on their social media pages, by visiting www.spillanesbar.com or calling 066 7139125.

IT’S ONLY A JOKE

TWO PRIESTS WERE PLAYING GOLF...

Father Bob hit his ball into the woods on his first swing, “Damn it! That totally missed!” he cursed.

“You shouldn’t curse Father Bob!” said Father Michael “Or god might punish you!”

Father Bob apologized and they went on playing. On his next swing, Father Bob hit his ball into the sand pit. “Damn it! That totally missed!” he cursed again. Again, Father Michael warned, “Do not utter such words Father Bob, lest god punishes you for it!”

Father Bob apologized again and they continued playing. On his third swing, Father Bob hit his ball into the pond. “Damn it! That totally missed!” cursed Father Bob once again. Before Father Michael could say anything, a ominous dark cloud suddenly gathered out of the blue sky and a vicious lightning came down and stroke Father Michael, killing him instantly. Father Bob was completely stunned, before he could understand what was happening in front of him, he heard a thunderous deep voice coming from the sky - “Damn it! That totally missed!”

A MAN WAKES UP AFTER A HEAVY NIGHT OF DRINKING TO HIS WIFE HAPPILY COOKING BREAKFAST.

Confused, he approaches his daughter for an explanation of last night when he arrived home. “You kicked in the door when you couldn’t get your key in the lock, fell through the table and broke it, and wet your pants.” “ OMG

! So then why the hell is she in such a good mood?” “When she tried to take your pants off to

wash them, you slapped her hand away and said, ‘Get your hands off me! I’m married!’”

A BRIT, A FRENCHMAN AND A SOVIET ARE ASKED WHAT NATIONALITY ADAM AND EVE WERE.

The Brit exclaims “They must have been British! Look at how gentlemanly Adam behaved towards Eve. He must have been an Englishman.” “Outrageous!” Says the Frenchman. “They must have been French. Look at the love that they exhibited towards each other! Only the French can love like that.” The Soviet chuckles and says “You’re both wrong. They must have been Soviet; they had no clothes, no food, and someone in charge was telling them they were in paradise”.

A RUSSIAN WOMAN WROTE TO HER HUSBAND IN THE GULAG:

Vladimir, my love, * I am feeling pretty bad because it looks like I won’t be able to plant the potato garden this year. I’m just too weak* to be digging up a garden plot. If only you were here, my troubles would be over. I know you would dig the plot for me. - Love Maria

A few days later, she received a letter from her husband: Dearest Maria, Not for nothing, but don’t dig up that garden. That’s where I buried the gold bars! Love, Vlad At 4 a.m. the next morning, KGB agents arrived at the old house and dug up the entire area. However, they didn’t find any gold, so they eventually gave up and left. That same day, Maria received another letter from her husband.

Dear Maria, Go ahead and plant the potatoes now. That’s the best I could do under the circumstances. Love, Vlad

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SKODA CHOOSE ‘ENYA’ (ENYAQ)

Skoda’s first electric SUV will have an Irish ‘link’ when it gets here early next year. The first four letters spell the name of the legendary singer Enya. Add a Q and you get the full name: ENYAQ.Details of the new car will emerge later in the spring.* Renault’s revised large five-seater Koleos costs from €40,990.

The revamp coincides with a reduced price and more equipment. There are two engines new to the range with 2WD versions getting a 1.7 dCi 150 powerplant while the 4WD models get a 2.0 dCi 190. They claim both have significantly improved CO2 emissions and fuel consumption compared with the outgoing dCi 175 version (tax drops from €570 to €390). A CVT automatic gearbox is standard. There are two, improved equipment levels. Iconic gets hands-free parking, full LED headlights, twostage reclining rear seats 7ins touchscreen with nav, rear parking cameras etc. GT Line adds an 8.7ins touchscreen and 19ins two-tone alloys. Indo Motoring

ELECTRIC MUSTANG HEADS UP FORD ELECTRICS

Ford took another step towards the EV era when it showed the new Mustang Mach-E - in Ireland later this year - to a European audience in London.The car-maker has ground to make up in the push towards electrification, but it is now pushing ahead with 14 electrified vehicles due by the end of the year, and 18 by the close of 2021.Some are just 48-volt mild hybrid versions of existing model but it is planning hybrid, plug-in and all-electric versions too.Expect mild hybrid versions of Fiesta, Puma, Focus, Kuga, Transit Custom, Transit and Tourneo Custom by the end of 2021. Full hybrid versions of the Mondeo, Kuga S-Max and Galaxy will be joined by a plugin Explorer, Kuga, Transit Custom and Tourneo Custom.

An all-electric Transit van will join the Mustang Mach-E.To back the EV push, Ford has plans for a lithium-ion battery assembly facilities at it Valencia plant in Spain.In addition to providing 1,000 charging points at its facilities and continued investment in the Ionity fast-charging network, the company will offer a wall-box capable of charging five times quicker than a domestic socket.The Mach-E is now the emblem of EV change for Ford. It is so different to the iconic all-American sports car from which it takes its name.It looks smaller than its 4.7-metre length suggests, but overall is nicely proportioned. The Kuga is probably its nearest rival on size. The Mach-E will cost from around the €50,000 mark. It ticks boxes for practicality, range and styling and could introduce the Mustang name to a whole new audience. (INDEPENDENT MOTORING )

CORONAVIRUS: CHINESE GP POSTPONED AS IMPACT ON CAR INDUSTRY GROWS

This year’s Chinese Grand Prix has been postponed because of continued health concerns over the coronavirus outbreak - the latest impact the virus has had on the country’s car industry.The race was due to take place at the Shanghai International Circuit on 19 April but has now been postponed by Formula 1 bosses following a request by the event organisers and Chinese motorsport’s governing body. A new date for the event, which would have been the fourth round of this year’s championship, has yet to be finalised.The Chinese GP is the first F1 event to be postponed since the 2011 Bahrain Grand Prix. That event was ultimately cancelled due to civil unrest in the country. If the spread of coronavirus is halted and the country is able to hold a race later this year, F1 bosses face a tough challenge to find a spot for it on the crowded schedule, with a record 22 races originally planned.Reports suggest that more than 1000 people have died in China due to the coronavirus, officially called Covid-19, and the number of deaths recorded per day continues to rise – although the number of new infections recorded has begun to fall. The largest number of cases – more than 31,000 – have been recorded in Hubei province, where the virus originated.Although only around 300 cases have been recorded in Shanghai, officials in the city have implemented a number of measures to restrict its spread, including limitations of movement and the requirement to wear masks in public. Similar restrictions are in place in Beijing.Measures to contain the spread of the disease have resulted in a number of car firms – including Mercedes, Honda, Nissan and Tesla – and car parts companies temporarily shutting plants in the country. While some, such as Mercedes, have now resumed limited production, continued disruption is understood to be likely. The impact of China’s factory closures is being felt globally.The postponing of the Chinese GP will raise questions over whether this year’s Beijing motor show, due to happen on 21-30 April, will take place, although the event organiser has yet to issue a statement via its website.

Ballyfinane Community Hall Table Quiz this weekend!

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FAI NATIONAl P.R.O. OF THE YEAR

TEEING OFF WITH GOLF THIS WEEK:

John Ferriter (Castlewarden, Co. Kildare) was elected President of the Golfing Union of Ireland at the Union’s Annual General Meeting held at Carton House Hotel in County Kildare on Saturday 15th February.

Ferriter, originally from County Kerry, becomes the 72nd President of the Union and speaking afterwards he said: “I’m looking forward to serving the Union as President, sentimentally as it’s the last year of the Union it will be an important one and I’m looking forward to the year ahead”. John is a retired teacher and along with his wife has a house in Kerry and is still a regular visitor to the county.

Co. Armagh’s John White was elected to the post of President Elect while Albert Lee (Hon. Secretary) and Rollo McClure (Hon. Treasurer) were also returned to office. The clubs and delegates in attendance approved unanimously the five motions before the meeting which will assist in a timely and efficient handover to Golf Ireland from January 2021. Tim O’Connor (Chairman) and Mark Kennelly (CEO) from Golf Ireland also briefed the meeting on developments.

Mark Kennelly is also a Kerry man from Killarney and was a special adviser to Enda Kenney during his time as Taoiseach.

Speaking of the changes to the game there is a new handicap system being introduced and a number of workshops will be held around the country to explain the changes to the countries players. It was a quiet weekend on the courses with Storm Denis putting paid to any competitions taking place.

STAYING IN THE GREEN’S WITH PITCH N PUTT NEWS: Unfortunately, the effects of ‘Storm Dennis’ put pay to the planned start of the Kerry Inter-Club Matchplay at the weekend. The County Board have decided to refix the competition somewhat with Castleisland now hosting the first round on Sunday as Tralee will take on Deerpark and Listowel will take on Newmarket with play getting underway at 10am.

Deerpark will now host Round 2 on Sunday March 1st with the other three venues all going back one week. Listowel will be on March 8th, Newmarket March 15th and Tralee on March 22nd now. The final will take place on Sunday March 29th now. All clubs are reminded that the competition is a dress code event.

ST PATRICK’S DAY PLANS UNDERWAY:

The Kerry County Council - Tralee Municipal District is inviting those interested in taking part in the Parade to apply as soon as possible. The Parade will be on at 12 noon on Tuesday the 17th March. The closing date is on Monday March 9th. This year the new Festival Team have implemented a number of changes to the format including

a ‘Let’s Get Green’ Theme and awards along with allowing novel or unique companies and business to participate. We would really be delighted if you would consider participating and in your own small way implement a fun, innovative and engaging ‘Let’s Get Green’ Theme! The Parade is supported by the Kerry County Council and the Tralee Municipal District Community Support Fund. And to Lead the Parade: Surely there can only be one group to lead this year’s Parade and that is the Na Gaeil club and their All Ireland trophy?

SUPERLEAGUE DERBY TO PACK THE COMPLEX:

No matter what the sport the day of the local derby is one that all fans look forward to. In basketball’s SuperLeague it used to be the Tralee versus Killarney games but all that has changed. Keanes Supervalu Killorglin are

now well established in the sports top flight. And they come to the Sports Complex this Saturday night, February 22nd, for a huge game in this year’s title race.

Both sides won last weekend with Garvey’s winning away to Moycullen and Keanes defeating Abbey Seals. That leaves the Tralee side with a 3 point lead at the top of the table as they look to win back to back SuperLeague titles. Keanes are now in joint 5th on 30 points and only three off the sides in joint third as they look to secure a top six spot and their best finished since they were promoted two seasons ago.

The Complex will be packed well before tip- off and if you haven’t experience the game night experience that the Warriors put on this would be the game to go to. And once all the preliminaries are over the battle royal will commence on the court and with the speed and athleticism – not to mind the height – of the players it is obvious why three referees are needed!! Warriors are in good form and were able to rest players at the weekend and will be looking for big games from the likes of Paul Dick, Kieran Donaghy, Andre Berry, Jonathan Lawton and Ivan Bogdanovic plus Fergal and Darren O’Sullivan and Rap Buivydas.

Killorglin are also in good form and will be looking for Rami Gahanem and Allan Thomas plus their new signing Denzel Brito who will be experiencing the Complex for the first time. On the other hand Declan Wall knows both the hall and the Warriors well and will be hoping to chip in with his customary three pointers. The battle of the coaches will also be fascinating with Colin O’Reilly doubling up as player/coach and Pat Price who is doing everything he can to add a consecutive SuperLeague titles to his impressive CV. Of course the Warriors have the possibility of a points deduction hanging over them and they have expressed their disappointment that the Men’s National Competitions Committee has decided to appeal the decision of the independent National Appeals Committee to Sports Dispute Solutions Ireland.

PRO Alan Cantwell issued the statement on behalf of the club and added that “the Warriors will continue to deal with the matter in an appropriate manner and will not be making any comment in relation to the process or the dispute itself at this time”.

TRALEE BEHIND THE CBS:

Tralee is backing the CBS school who are in the Corn Ui Mhuiri final this Saturday with the Colleges A decider taking place in the Fitzgerald Stadium. The Tralee school will take on the competitions hot shots St Brendan’s College Killarney. All the clubs in the Tralee Board Area whether they are represented on the squad or not, are behind the team in the hope that they bring the prestigious Cup to the town. The same two colleges meet in the Frewen and Brother Taft Cup finals.

GREAT INITIATIVE BY COISTE TRA LI:

One unit of the GAA in Kerry has introduced a new “zero tolerance” for the duration of games under their control which are geared towards eliminating “foul and abusive” language towards match officials Coiste Trá Lí committee has this year decided to introduce a new zero tolerance policy in regards to the abuse and the use of foul and abusive language towards match officials saying, “It will not be tolerated under any circumstances.” in a circular to clubs under their control.

This is being done to encourage younger people to take up refereeing. Referees are being instructed by the board to report any form of abuse or foul language they receive either during or after a game. Any reports of it will be dealt with by the CCCC. This policy has the full backing of the Board and the club delegates.

Clubs have been asked to inform mentors of this policy as It is the responsibility of the clubs to inform their mentors of this “as ignorance will not be accepted as a defence” the statement confirmed.

SCOR DATES

The Tralee area finals of Scor na bPaisti must be completed by April 5th. The South Kerry (semi-final) will take place at 3pm on Saturday April 18th. The North Kerry (semifinal) will take place at 1pm on Sunday April 19th. County finals: Monday May 4th. All we have at present is a solo singer.

Tralee area finals of Senior Scor must be completed by March 6th. Senior Scór county finals will be held on Saturday March 14th. Times: quiz at 4pm and stage items at 5.30pm. The Munster finals will be held in Cappamore on Saturday March 28th. All-Ireland finals will take place in the INEC, Killarney,at 3pm on April 25th.

ANOTHER HONOUR FOR SHANE:

Well done to Shane Conway who has been named as the GAA.ie Hurler of the Week coming out ahead of Clare’s Tony Kelly and Dublin’s Rian McBride. It ended a big week for Shane as he helped UCC to retain the Fitzgibbon Cup hitting 9 points on the night and then scored 7 points as Kerry defeated Meath away in their League Division 2 game.

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PARNELL’S NEWS:

Registration is now open for the 2020 season and before registering membership must be paid via internet banking or make a payment to Tralee Parnells bank account at any Bank or Credit Union. Bank details are on the registration form. The narrative used when making the payment should then be included in the appropriate place on the registration form.

The costs of membership is e30 for u6’s, u8’s and above e60, adults e100, Students playing senior hurling e70 with family membership for 2 or more juveniles and non-playing adults in one family costing e150 while coaches and non-playing adults pay e30.

The Parnell’s Spring Academy for boys and girls u6’s and u8’s and u10’s boys returns this Friday from 7 to 8pm in the Kerry Sports Academy at the Tralee IT. New players are always welcomed by the club and playing equipment is available.

The cost for the 6 week Spring Academy costs e15 which is used to cover the cost of the hall. All players should wear runners and to register or to get more information please contact the club secretary on 085 1355566.

The u12 and u14 camogie groups returned to training on Monday nights on the CBS The Green Astro costing e25 for 8 weeks training. Training will progress to an additional night on the grass training pitch at IT Tralee for the 4 Fridays in March from 6-7pm. All new players welcome. Please contact any of the mentors for further details.

Why not join Tralee Parnells Hurling and Camogie club every Saturday morning at 9.30am in Tralee Town Park for the Tralee Parkrun. It’s a great community event where people can get together and walk or run 5k. Anyone can register at parkrun.ie/register and it’s a free event. Look forward to seeing everyone there, and make sure to bring your barcode.

AUSTIN STACKS NEWS:

The u6’s, u8’s and u10’s will train at the usual times and venues this Sunday and players wishing to join are reminded that is still not too late to register.

The u12’s will face Na Gaeil B in their opening competitive game of the season in the Timberland Kitchens and Flooring Town League this Saturday at 4pm in Connolly Park.

The club will have 3 teams playing in the Town Leagues 3 divisions. Training for the u12’s will also take place on Thursday evening at 5pm in Connolly Park. Players are asked to be at the venue for 5.45pm and will train until 6.15pm. This age group will also be travelling to Cork and as they need some new kit they will be hosting a table quiz on Sunday afternoon March 8th at the clubhouse in Connolly Park. Fundraising cards

will be issued to all the u12 boys this weekend and the club hopes that all players and families come along an support the table quiz. The u14’s will begin their Town Board competition this Sunday. The A’s will face Pearse Brothers Club, Churchill and the B’s take on John Mitchels in the Suits Select sponsored competition.

The u16’s train as usual on Sunday morning at 10.45am in the Bishop’s Field with the gym booked for Wednesday afternoons at 6.15pm. The club is asking all players and parents to help out in the Church Gate Collection on March 7th. There are plans being put in place for an away trip to the MayoKerry game on Sunday week with hopefully a challenge game against game against Westport.

If you’d like to avail of a Gaeltacht scholarship/grant for a summer holiday in Corca Dhuibhne, please apply to the club secretary immediately. There has been four applications so far.

For last-minute tickets for Saturday night’s Rock & Rose Victory Social, please contact Siobhán de Paor on 086 4014805. Door prizes include a Garveys Super Valu Hamper; and over 30 spot prizes can be won on the night. Best Dressed Lady: 2 tickets to ‘Dirty Dancing - The Muscial’, sponsored by The INEC, and ‘Prosecco’ and Chocolates. Best Dressed Gent: €200 voucher sponsored by Celsius Menswear. Members are asked not to forget to registrar your support for The Rock Club when doing business at Rock Street Post Office...not much time left...every transaction counts! The club thanks all those who took part in the recent Clothes Recycling fundraiser and also all those who bought tickets in the National Draw.

KERINS O’RAHILLYS NOTES:

Not even Storm Denis could stop the young stars getting in their training session at the weekend so well done to all those who took part and to the coaches for their work on a tough weekend.

The Juvenile Academy training continues this Sunday at 12 noon in the Kerry Sports Academy and new members are always welcome. If your child is interested in joining just come along on Sunday.

The u12 Boys get their Town League campaign underway this weekend and players will have been notified of their fixture by txt with training continuing in the Complex from 7 to 8pm in the Complex on Wednesday evenings.

The u14 Gaeltacht Blitz was cancelled and will be rescheduled. The Town League begins on Sunday but the boys have a bye in the first round. Training continues on Friday evenings from 7 to 8pm.

The u16 boys continue training for the Central Regional League which begins in mid-March.

Registration took place at the weekend with a big turn-out but if you have not done this already

please do so as soon as you can. Girls News:

The u12 Girls North Kerry League commences on this Tuesday with an away game against Churchill. Indoor training continues this Sunday.

The u14 County League kicks off in four weeks with the details to follow this week. The u16’s circuit training continues on Tuesdays with field training in Ballyrickard on Wednesdays. Minor training circuit training continues on Tuesdays with the County League starting in midMarch while for the seniors their County League starts on March 1st.

The Gaelic4Teens coaches travelled to LIT for Day 1 of the G4T program and were really enthusiastic with the way the day went. Various coaching styles were displayed which will make the programmes all the more enjoyable for the players.

The club will be ordering G4T jerseys and payment of e13 must be made when ordering but there is no obligation to buy.

If any girl would like to try out football and would like to participate in G4T and is aged 13-17 year’s please contact Shirley (086) 8713552. This is a free opportunity to play football while having fun and being fit mentally and physically here in Kerins O’ Rahilly’s Club. So why not bring a friend girl’s.

ST PAT’S NEWS:

There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 5,7,11 and 19 and the next jackpot will be e2600 with the draw in O’Dwyers Bar on Sunday night. It is great that so many families and individuals have already completed their registrations. If you have not signed up then please do on-line with March 1st the deadline. There was a great turn-out for the Academies at the weekend at the Kerry Sports Academy. The u6’s put in a great session with Aaron Costello being named the Player of the Week. Training is on again this Sunday at 10am. The u8’s also put in a big effort and they are in action again this Sunday at the Academy. Well done to all the u10’s on their session and Aoife who was named the Player of the Week by her fellow players.

The u12’s continue to train on Wednesdays on the Astro from 4.45 to 6pm while the u14’s resumed training last week and will play in the Tralee Town Board League at home to Na Gaeil this Sunday at 11am and training continues on Thursdays. The u16’s train on Friday nights from 5.30 to 7pm

The Minors game was postponed last weekend with the game against Cordal/Scartaglin rescheduled for this Saturday at 3pm.

Date for Your Diary – the 8th Dingle Way Challenge will take place on Sunday May 31st with details to follow.

BALLYMAC NEWS:

Members are asked to note that the Club Field Committee has closed the pitch until further notice. This decision was taken to preserve the pitch playing surface due to the inclement weather. Hopefully it will not be for long and we will inform you all immediately when it is reopened.

The Senior team’s game in the Coiste Tra Li Senior League against Kerins O’Rahillys will throw in at 11am due to the Kerry game. The minors are due to play this Saturday and the full Fixture Calendar is now available from the club’s website.

The club has entries in the figure dancing, solo singers and a question time team in the Tralee/ St Brendan’s Board District Scor Senior which will take place in Na Gaeil on March 6th at 8.30pm. The rescheduled St Kieran’s AGM will took place on Wednesday night and will have news on that next week.

Club members are reminded that membership is now due. The membership costs were decided at the AGM.

The Coiste na nOg Chuch Gate collection will take place this weekend at all masses and all support will be greatly received. In the underage section the u12 Gold team are in Division 3 of Timberland Kitchens Coiste Tra Li and will play Na Gaeil on February 29th.

The u14’s will travel to Ardfert for their first game of the Suits Select Coiste Tra Li U14 Division 1 this Sunday.

In the Academy the u8’s trained in the Kerry Sports Academy while the u10’s train on Sunday’s from 1pm to 2pm on the All Weather pitch at the Tralee IT North Campus until March 8th.

There was no winner of the Lotto from numbers drawn 4,6,13 and 22 and the next jackpot was e6,600.

CHAMPIONSHIP DRAWS:

The draws for a number of competitions were made during the week. In the Kerry Petroleum County Club Football Championship Kerins O’Rahillys are in Group 1 along with Dr Crokes, Kenmare Shamrocks and Templenoe. Austin Stacks are in Group 2 where they will take on Killarney Legion, Kilcummin and Dingle. In the Intermediate John Mitchels join An Ghaeltacht, Beaufort and St Mary’s in Group 1 while Na Gaeil will play Glenflesk, Currow and Spa in Group 2.

St Pat’s Blennerville are in the Junior Premier Group 1 with Gneeveguilla, Fossa and Ballyduff while Churchill and Ballymacelligott are in Group 2 with Brosna and St Michael’s Foilmore.