Issue 29

LEGAL MATTERS CORNER

Sorcha is a very creative individual and is always thinking of new ideas and new innovative ways of solving common problems with new inventions e.g. a new mechanism on a stapler to stop it sticking, a heater to keep plants from dying in the frost and a new way of making yogurt. She is wondering if any of her creative endeavours can be protected and how.

Patents are the means whereby new inventions, technological advances and new improved products and processes are protected. Once one succeeds in obtaining a patent on the new process/product it allows the patent holder to solely mine the benefit of the patented invention by excluding others from exploiting the item commercially unless with the consent of the owner/patent holder. Hopefully the owner of the patent can then exploit it herself by making, using, selling or importing the patented invention. A patent is a form of property or intellectual property right and it can be transferred , licensed or otherwise used by the owner. Any transfer/license must be in writing. If a patent is granted in Ireland it will be applicable only in this territory. However if one wants protection in other countries one can do the European Patent or an International patent. For an invention to qualify for patenting it must be 1.

New . 2. Something that can be made and used in industry including agriculture. 3. Have an inventive step – An invention is considered as involving an inventive step if it is not obvious to a person skilled in that area of technology, having regard to the state of the art. Patents can be difficult to obtain and expensive. Businesses sometimes employ patents agents to do the application. It is important that one does not go public with an invention before applying for it as this may prevent or limit the chances of getting the patent.

Patents can last for 10 or 20 years depending on which type one applies for. “Patent pending” is a term used to inform the public that an application has been made for an item. It is illegal to falsely label a product as patent pending. An example of a patent was Baileys when they started off first and the patent was directed to the process of being able to make cream liqueur without curdling.

Lawquip: The invention of the wheel is really what got society rolling. If you have a legal query or need further information on any item addressed in this column please send in your query to miriam.mcgillycuddy@gmail.com Miriam McGillycuddy, Solicitor, Derryana, Ballyard, Tralee, County

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE

Photos by John Cleary

Jack and Dad Paul Stack enjoying Fenit Sea Safari

AND NOW FOR THE GOOD NEWS...

from The Tralee Advertiser Team and Tralee Chamber

Alliance

Tralee Gears Up for Festival Fever

By Georgie Downes

Not long now before Tralee explodes in a glitter ball of excitement! We’re taking about The Rose of Tralee Festival of course, one of the most eagerly awaited events in the Tralee calendar, starting off with the Rose Ball on Friday 19. Grab your gown, brush off your tuxedo and dance the night away with the Conor McKeon Band. Tickets on sale at roseoftralee.ie

The glitzy ball will be held at the MTU Sports Academy this year, with the complex undergoing a complete transformation to ensure a suitable backdrop for this immensely enjoyable event and, because of the change of venue, The Rose Committee

has announced there will be a shuttle bus service running from locations around Tralee to help ferry guests to and from the site. The special service will run from 6pm to 8pm and a return service will operate from 11pm to 2am in a loop every 15mins and will cost €5 per person.

The bus will be picking up and dropping off passengers at the Ashe Memorial Hall, The Rose Hotel, Kingscourt Apartments and The Meadowlands Hotel. But if dance anthems and remixes are more your speed, Friday 19th also sees the return of Retrospective at The Dome in the Abbey Car Park, promising a night of stomping dance classics from

those old-school

Cara Credit Union launch their Saturday Quick Lodge & Withdrawal Service

Cara Credit Union are pleased to announce the launch of their Quick Lodge and Withdrawal lobby in their Tralee branch on Ashe Street. This facility is available Monday to Friday during working hours and will also be open on Saturday's from 10am-4pm.

Members can lodge cash or cheques to an account and all that is needed is the account number and check digit

number (refer to your latest receipt to get the check digitit is the two digits after your account number).

Members can also withdraw funds from their accounts if they have signed up to our online banking facility.

Please note you do not need a card to use this facility.

Photo: Dominic Walsh

Kerins O’Rahillys Notes

The seniors enjoyed a great win over Dr Crokes in the opening round of the Senior Club Football Championship. In a cracking game they led 0-12 to 1-06 at half time and took the win 0-23 to 1-16. Jack Savage had a great game ending up with 12 points including 10 frees!! Round 2 is away to Austin Stacks this Sunday at 2.30pm in Connolly Park.

In the Minor Championship St Brendan’s defeated Rathmore 2-08 to 0-12.

In the Girls side of the club the players were delighted to have taken part in the North Kerry Ladies organised Blitz. Well done to Frank McLoughlin and James Hayse and all those involved in running the event with the proceeds going to Breast Cancer Ireland. All the girls were delighted to receive their medals.

The u13’s and u15’s are due to be in Championship action this weekend. The club has started an u13 and u15 Development Programme.

The u14’s have a bye

in Round 1 of the North Kerry League. The u19’s Championship is due to begin on August 19th.

The Minor Ladies were involved in a cracker going down to Scartaglin 5-05 to 3-19.The Senior Ladies are away to Dingle in the North Kerry League Division 3.

The Academy had another great turn-out and will train as normal again this weekend.

Lotto - There was no winner of the Jackpot from the numbers drawn 13, 25, 28 and 32.

Spotted on the Street

NEWSBITES!

Kerry Rose Édaein soaks the sun at Parknasilla

Kerry Rose Édaein O’Connell took some time out at Parknasilla to enjoy this glorious spell of sunshine by the sea at the weekend.

“It is so beautiful and peaceful here and a perfect place to spend some quiet time with family before going on tour with my fellow Roses” says Édaein.

Coincidentally, Chef Lar Whelan at Parknasilla is one of this years festival Rose Escorts.

“I thought it would be a nice surprise for Édaein if I Cooked something special for her” says Lar.

Lar hails from Wexford and is very much looking forward to the Rose of Tralee Festival and his duties as a Rose Escort.

Photo shows Kerry Rose Edaein and Lar Whelan Rose Escort enjoying a canoeing trip around the bay at Parknasilla Hotel at the weekend..

Photo: Don MacMonagle

SUNDAY 21 AUGUST AT 19.30

Use your Feet, not your Fingers! Shop Local Tickets €15 available on the door or at Eventbrite.ie (+€1.87 service fe

GALA CONCERT OF MUSIC FROM FILM SOUNDTRACKS LIKE MOANA, BATMAN, JAMES BOND, MISS POTTER AND MORE

SAINT JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH, ASHE STREET, TRALEE, CO. KERRY, V92 RP20

Indulge in a fusion of fresh seasonal ingredients prepared by our chef with passion and creativity to create dishes that express the very essence of modern Irish cuisine. Choose from an impressive á la Carte menu including creative salads, gourmet sandwiches, meat, fish and garden dishes made with the best of the season.

Dr Susan Crean Named All-Star Dental Professional 2022

Tralee Dentist and Aesthetician Dr Susan Crean has been named All-Star Dental Professional 2022 by the All-Ireland Business Foundation.

Susan adopts a holistic approach to dental care where everything is taken into consideration, from jaw joint, salivary glands, neck glands, gums to teeth.

Dr Crean has built a loyal - and ever expandingcustomer base by planning the optimum dental journey for her patients to create the smile that they deserve.

She has been recognised with Business All-Star Accreditation for her impact on quality and standards in the dental and facial aesthetics industry. Susan was presented with a certificate of Business All-Star Accreditation at a ceremony held at AIBF’s Munster Entrepreneurs Meet-Up in the Longcourt House Hotel in Newcastlewest on Friday the 22nd of July. Business All-Star Accreditation is

an independently verified standard mark for indigenous businesses, based on rigorous selection criteria. The Accreditation is overseen by the prestigious All-Ireland Business Foundation, whose adjudication panel is chaired by Dr Briga Hynes of the University of Limerick and Kieran Ring, CEO of the Global Institute of Logistics.

Reacting to the announcement, Susan Crean

Dental Facial Aesthetics

Owner Dr Susan Crean said:

"I am so delighted to take this award home to my practice in Denny Street , Tralee. My team are such an integral part of how my customer base has grown since I opened my doors "

Deputy Chair on the Adjudication Board Kieran Ring, said “. Susan is an informed opinion leader and the go-to person in her field of dental facial aesthetics. She is a trusted source who moves and inspires people with innovative ideas, she turns

ideas into reality. Dr. Crean is truly deserving of her All-Star Dental Professional of the year 2022 accreditation.”

Managing Director of the AllIreland Business Foundation Kapil Khanna said the accreditation, which is now held by over 500 firms, is needed by the thousands of small and medium businesses which operate to their own standards but have nothing to measure them by.He said:

“We evaluate a company’s background, trustworthiness and performance, and we speak to customers, employees and vendors. We also anonymously approach the company as a customer and report back on the experience. The business goes through at least two interviews and is scored on every part of the process against set metrics.”

Recovery Haven Kerry’s Celebration of Light returns to Tralee Bay Wetlands

Cancer support charity, Recovery Haven Kerry, is thrilled to announce the return of its annual Celebration of Light ceremony to Tralee Bay Wetlands on Sunday, August 21st at 7pm.

Run in association with the Rose of Tralee Festival, this poignant event aims to unite those touched by cancer and remember those we have lost. The evening will be MC’d by Sean Lyons and will also feature a performance from the Kerry Choral Union and will also include prayers and readings from a number of special guests, including the reigning Rose of Tralee Sinead Flanagan, Recovery Haven Kerry founder, Marian Barnes, Oonagh O’Gara of the Rose of Tralee Festival and long-time Recovery Haven supporter, Cathal Walshe. A number of this year’s Rose of Tralee contestants and escorts will also attend, as will

of Tralee CEO, Anthony O’Gara.

The emotional release of candles and stones will also form part of the celebration – with the valued support of Banna Sea Rescue - with candles available to buy on the night.

The event is also being kindly supported by Mary O’Connor and her team at Tralee Bay Wetlands and Margaret Kissane, who has recently taken over The Lakeside Café at the Wetlands and will be open for light refreshments on the night.

“This is always such a very special event for Recovery Haven, and we are so thrilled to be able to hold it in person this year, after a two-year absence,” said the charity’s PR & Marketing Officer, Marisa Reidy. “The evening is a much-loved opportunity for people to join together in

solidarity, hope and light in honour of those touched by and lost to cancer.”

CAPTION: Launching Recovery Haven Kerry’s Celebration of Light at Tralee Bay Wetlands on Monday were (l-r) Margaret Kissane (Lakeside Café), Willie

Keane and Linda Lynch (Kerry Choral Union); Rose of Tralee CEO, Anthony O’Gara; Tina Cunningham & Kathleen Collins (Recovery Haven Kerry) , Mary O’Connor (Tralee Bay Wetlands) and Dermot Crowley (Recovery Haven Kerry)

To lodge cash or cheques all you need is an account number & check digit number. (refer to your latest receipt to get the check digit. This is the two digits after your account number)

To withdraw funds you will need to sign up for online banking.

To sign up for online banking you need to:

Once registered we will send you your 8-digit PIN by text.

You can now lodge and withdraw funds on Saturday’s from 10:00am – 4:00pm.

SAVOUR SUNDAYS

WITH BRUNCH AT THE LANE

Savour your Sunday mornings with a relaxing Brunch at The Lane. Enjoy our new summer menu, offering a choice of enticing breakfast options alongside classic favourites or delight in one of our crafted seasonal signature cocktails. Served from 10.30am - 2.30pm

Chris delighted to DJ again as Rose Ball returns!

THE

TEAM AT THE CLINIC ARE HERE TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS ON COSMETIC AND HAIR RESTORATION ISSUES.

I started walking more after Christmas and I feel so much better, but I have noticed my hands look weather-beaten and old with very obvious brown age spots. I heard that there is a treatment that can help with this?

Breda.

Age spots on the hands are very common over the age of 50 but can appear much earlier if you are in the sun more.

As we age our hands lose fat and elasticity and our skin loses volume. This reduced volume and decreased elasticity produces translucent skin that wrinkles and develops age spots. Also, as we age we are more susceptible to age spots as we have reduced melanin in the skin.

We have two treatments at the CHRC to help hands look more youthful. The first treatment is the MP2 diamond polar which helps with skin tightening. This combines radio frequency and pulsed electro-magnetic field technology.

A course of treatments is recommended but results can be seen just after one treatment.

The treatments are cumulative and after your last treatment the skin will continue to improve for up to three to four months. Maintenance is required as we continue to age and every season a top-up treatment is required or up to the individual requirements.

The second treatment which will target the age spots is intense pulsed light (IPL), which is a very successful treatment for pigmentation. A course is recommended and at first the pigment will go darker before it starts to fade. This treatment is very effective but SPF is recommended to be stop the new pigment forming or activating the old treated pigment.

AlumierMD skincare do an award winning sunscreen that is recommended for daily use after treatment. The sunscreen contains zinc oxide and titanium dioxide which is better for your skin and also the environment.

Younger looking hands are now available at your fingertips by contacting CHRC!

If you have any questions for our team or would like to book a consultation, please contact us at Chrc@bonseours.ie or phone 086-0786120.

Once again ,well known DJ Chris Shortt, has been selected to entertain the Roses at this years return gala event ,The International Rose Ball in the MTU on Friday 19TH August

However Chris is no stranger to this event having performed as the official "Rose ball DJ" for many years .

"I am delighted to have been selected AGAIN to perform at the Gala Rose Ball Event ,it was an honour some years ago to be asked to perform at the 50th anniversary Rose ball and its an honour again to still be here for the 61st celebrations, We have had enough with the 2 year hiatus ! I'm so happy that the Festival keep asking me back

...it shows I must be doing something right!!!."The Rose Ball is a very spectacular night and should be on everybody bucket list !.The organising committee raise the bar each year to make it even more special for the new Roses ....and they certainly do... I know... I see it each year and each year is different!

It is great to have followed bands such as Aslan,Paddy Cole,Abbaesque, Bjorn Again,Brass & Co etc. over the years. And I'm looking forward to seeing Festival newbies 'The Conor McKeon Band ' perform before me. This year in particular I think ,everybody in the local entertainment committee have surpassed themselves with the even larger FREE entertainment line-up happening all over the streets of Tralee.

WATCH OUT TRALEE for Chris at the Rose Ball ONCE AGAIN this year!! Its gonna be good!!

YOU KNOW THERE'S A MOTORBIKE IN THE BIBLE?

For it is said "the roar of Moses' Triumph is heard in the hills"

WHAT CAN THINK THE UNTHINKABLE?

An itheberg.

I JUST READ A BOOK ABOUT STOCKHOLM SYNDROME.

It was pretty bad at first, but, by the end, I liked it.

WHY DONT BLIND PEOPLE SKYDIVE?

Because it scares the crap out of their dogs

HAT DID THE PIRATE SAY WHEN HE TURNED 80?

Aye Matey!

TWO GUYS WALK INTO A BAR, the third guy ducks.

AND

GOD

SAID TO JOHN,

come forth and you shall be granted eternal life. But John came fifth and won a toaster

JOHN AND HIS BUDDY DAVE ARE WATCHING THE GAME WHILE THEIR WIVES ARE CHATTING IN THE KITCHEN.

During a commercial break John mentions that he and his wife went to very nice restaurant the other day.“That’s nice, what was it called?” asks Dave “I can’t remember... What’s the name of that flower?” says John “Violet” Dave guesses “no, the red one” says John “Poppy” Dave guesses “no, no the on with the thorns” says John “Oh Rose!” exclaims Dave “Thanks” says John, he turns over his shoulder and yells “Hey Rose, what was the name of that restaurant we went to the other day?”

WHAT DID ONE SNOWMAN SAY TO THE OTHER SNOWMAN?

“Do you smell carrots?”

AS A CHILD I HAD A WEIRD MEDICAL CONDITION THAT REQUIRED ME TO EAT DIRT 3 TIMES A DAY.

At least that's what my older brother told me.

I USED TO BE ADDICTED TO THE HOKEY-POKEY, but I turned myself around...

I'VE GOT A NEW CHICKEN-PROOF LAWN. It's absolutely impeccable

WHICH OF KING ARTHUR'S KNIGHTS BUILT THE ROUND TABLE?

Sir Cumference

A SKELETON WALKS INTO A BAR AND SAYS I'd like a pint a' beer and a mop.

HOW MANY EARS DOES SPOCK HAVE?

Three. A left ear, a right ear and a Final Frontier

A MAN IS WASHING THE CAR WITH HIS SON.

The son says, "dad, can't we just use a sponge?"

Unmissable Free event at Teach Siamsa, Finuge this Sunday!

Siamsa Tíre's Young curator Máirtín Ó Cathasaigh aims to rekindle the once strong Munster tradition of 'Bothántaíocht' in Teach Siamsa, Fionnúig, North Kerry on Sunday 14th August. This is an open call to discover this memorable tradition of informal evening gatherings to share stories, music, song and dance. You can take part and perform or just sit back and enjoy an evening of traditional Irish music, song and dance, spearheaded by a thirty-minute performance from esteemed local musicians. The evening will lead up to an informal trad session inviting all musicians, family and friends to get involved, in this traditional setting.

This unmissable event is open to individuals of all ages and ability, aspiring to 'gather together' and inspire the musician of tomorrow. Starting at 7pm on Sunday 14th August, this free event will run to 9pm. As space is limited, you are advised to BOOK your FREE tickets to avoid disappointment. Box Office & General Queries: +353 (0)66 7123055 www.siamsatire.com

Tralee’s ‘Peoples Bus’ makes a welcome return

Deputy Michael Healy-Rae, T.D. has welcomed news that a local run bus service in Tralee better known as the

“Peoples Bus” has resumed after a suspension of services during the COVID pandemic.

Replying to a parliamentary question from the Kerry TD the National Transport Authority (NTA) confirmed that the operator resumed operations in the Tralee area.

“This is great news for the people who are committed users of public transport in Tralee. I raised this issue with the Minister on a recent visit to Tralee pointing out that the bus service in the town of Tralee potentially serves up to 24,000 people ranging from the elderly to students, from families heading around the town to even shoppers trying to get around. During the COVID pandemic the loss of this service further isolated people and I’m delighted that

normal service has resumed. It will be a great benefit to small businesses throughout the town as well” Deputy Michael Healy Rae commented

The People’s Bus Service in Tralee is licenced to provide up to 10 services a day, Monday to Saturday from 08:00 up to 18:00 on its Route 290A town service (Tralee Square – Dunnes Stores NCR – Tralee Square). In addition, it is licenced to provide up to 10 services a day, Monday to Saturday from 08:15 up to 18:15 on its Route 290B town service (Tralee Square – Kevin Barry Supermarket – Tralee Square).

Minister Foley welcomes over €90,000 in funding to support and improve Kerry walking trails

Minister for Education and Kerry TD Norma Foley welcomes this weeks announcement that funding of €91,900 will go towards supporting and improving 41 walking trails across Kerry. The funding is being provided as part of Our Rural Future, the Government’s ambitious policy for rural development. Under the initiative, grants of €1,000 - €3,000 will be provided to 41 Kerry community groups responsible for managing the trails throughout rural Ireland. The groups, which include the

Skellig Monks Trail, the John F Leslie Woodland Walk and the Dingle Way, will be able to use the grant to maintain and improve their local trail and promote its use to visitors.

Minister Foley said: "I am delighted to welcome this funding that will enhance and support some of Kerry’s worldclass walking trails and scenic walks in beautiful, picturesque and safe surroundings.

Tourism is vital to the Kerry economy and this funding will enrich the visitor experience for locals and visitors alike.”

Kerry Samaritans Cycle Event is Tomorrow... You can still register on Saturday Morning!

No its not too late to take part

! What could be better than a lovely cycle with a few friends back West this Saturday morning,in brilliant weather , good refreshments provided and a lively BBQ afterwards in John Mitchells Complex. And all while supporting one of Kerrys most worthy Organisations Kerry Samaritans ..All you need to do is make your way up to John Mitchells Complex tomorrow (Saturday morning ) between 8am and 9am and register for €40 ....All of the proceeds will go to this great organisation...Speaking to one of the organisers Michael Mannix , here is the latest update

We have had a huge amount of enquiries just in the last 2 weeks especially with the great spell of weather..so come up on Saturday morning , we will take care of you!

The ladies of The Rock

"There will be two separate groups ,leaving with a 15 min gap. First off by 9.15am and I expect riders returning by 2 to 2.30pm.We have moto marshals, Garda escort, Ambulance and back up service to ensure every cyclist is looked after. as well as mechanics on call along the route . There appears to be a lot of goodwill out there for the event and the organisations and the people involved , many who are volunteers ! As a lot of our participants are travelling from afar such as Limerick , Tipperary and Clare , to take part in this Summer Event .Food stops are now confirmed in Dingle for the longer 125km route And At Inch community hall for the shorter 75km route. We have loads of food with a most generous response from all the suppliers that we

contacted.We are extremely grateful for this .Also we are asking anyone who wishes to subscribe to do so by sending any amount to the Samaritans office at Moyderwell.We are now taking bookings also on the Saturday morning between 8 &9am so we need

to get that message out there.So please everyone . tell someone else about this great event .And of course we will have the well known Chris Shortt creating a lively atmosphere with great music and requests at the After Cycle BBQ from 1pm onwards

made a good start to their Intermediate Football Championship on sunny Monday evening last i bPáirc Uí Chonghaile. In a nice enjoyable game football, under the direction of referee Mike Hennessy, they overcame cailíní Lios a’Phúca on a score of 4-9 to 2-5. Randles Bros. did the sponsoring. Adrienne McLoughlin did the snapping!

Sam Maguire visits Strand Road Summer Camp

TALKING SPORT WITH THE TRALEE ADVERTISER

FAI NATIONAl P.R.O. OF THE YEAR

A NICE SPIN AROUND DONEGAL FOR JERRY, SHANE AND MARK: Kerry riders have a great reputation in many aspects of cycling including ultra-distance races. The Cassidy’s from Killarney are in races abroad at present. In a race at the top end of this country there was great success for Tralee Manor West’s Jerry McCarthy who won the Donegal Ultra 555km Solo Supported section. Jerry clocked 19 hours and 8 minutes to come home 90 minutes ahead of his nearest challenger. His fellow clubman Shane Courtney took the win in the 555km Solo Unsupported category clocking 24 hours 48.57. Mark Prendiville was third in the Solo Male 333km category to make it a great weekend for Kerry’s ultra- distance riders.

CATHAL THE ONLY KERRY WINNER AT NAT CHAMPS:

Tralee Manor West BC Cathal Moynihan was the only Kerry rider to medal at the Masters & A3 National Championships hosted by Newcastle West Wheelers. He was in a 6 man break and was just pipped for the silver medal. In the m60 category Tony Daly came home in 5th while the club had a number of riders in the A3 race. Joe Roche took 4th but himself and Niall McCarron were involved in a crash in the hectic run to the line. We wish both of them a speedy recovery. Also taking part were Vincent O’Leary, Shane Flynn, Stevie Griffin and Shane Fleming.

ST BRENDAN’S PARK ENJOY THEIR TIME IN THE WEST:

St Brendan’s Park u12’s have come home from the 2022 Galway Cup with a silver medal in the 2010 Section. They finished 2nd in the Group defeating Maree/ Oranmore and Mervue United and then Salthill Devon in the semi-final before going down for the second time to an excellent Finn Harps Academy side. On the mark during the week for the Park were Brendan Duggan, Fionn Clancy and Kylan O’Carroll and Calvin O’Sullivan who hit 7 goals and was named Player of the 12’s Galway Cup.

LEAGUE OF IRELAND NEWS:

Off the field and Kerry FC have announced Tralee man Damien Locke as Head of Academy. Damien, who is the Director for Soccer at the MTU and is a vastly experienced coach having worked in the Irish set-up, in the League of Ireland and in the USA. On the field the 19’s enjoyed a 5-1 win away to Longford while also at the weekend the 14’s went down to Cork City. This weekend all three sides are at home with the 14’s playing Wexford at 2pm on Saturday while on Sunday both the 17’s and 19’s welcome Drogheda United with a 3pm kick off.

NEW ROLES:

The KDL has announced that Tadgh Healy will be the new Fixtures Secretary while Ken Robinson is the new manager of Strand Road FC.

TRALEE BOXING CLUB:

This week is Her Outdoors Week at the Tralee Boxing Club as part of the IABA initiative. This Sunday from 3 to 5pm there will be a Boxing on the Beach workshop concentrating on the basic skills in a non-contact session. For all the details and to sign up contact the club on its Facebook page. Tralee Boxing Club has a position available for a trainee boxing coach for the 2022-2023 season with all the training and necessary documentation provided by the club. For further details or to apply for the position, please contact Pat on 086 194 2824, or Lynda on 087 766 3406. They will hold a fundraising flag day this weekend – August 11th and 12th from 11am to 7pm.

IN THE WATER:

The rescheduled Round 5 of the Summer Series of Swims by the Tralee Bay Swimming Club took place on a glorious night last Monday night. Rebecca Pinckheard was the fastest on the night in 19.29 followed by Brendan O’Connor and Gavin Quinlivan. On the handicap system Mairead Fox was the fastest. The Blennerville to Fenit swim will take place this weekend with Saturday morning the day at the time of going to print.

GARVEY’S SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP DRAW:

The draw for the Garvey’s Senior Football Championship, for the Bishop Moynihan Cup, has taken place with the 16 teams in 4 Groups of 4.

Group 1 Dr Crokes / Shannon Rangers / Kenmare Shamrocks / St Kierans

Group 2 Kerins O’Rahillys / Spa / Dingle / East Kerry

Group 3 Austin Stacks / West Kerry/Mid Kerry/Na Gaeil

Group 4 St Brendan’s/South Kerry/ Templenoe/Feale Rangers

CHAMPIONS:

Well done to the Kerry u14’s girl’s camogie side who beat Laois, Antrim and Armagh in the final to win the Michael Kennedy Cup in Abbotstown.

Celebrations in Causeway: There are probably a lot of tired bodies in Causeway by the time this publication comes out after a week of celebrating their latest Garvey’s County Senior Championship win. They saw off Ballyduff 2-15 to 0-16 in Austin Stack Park taking home their ninth Neilus Flynn trophy. Brandon Barrett hit 1-07 with Colum Harty getting 1-01. Padraig Boyle did his best to keep Ballyduff in touch ending with 0-10 but the goal late on from Barrett put Causeway in an untouchable position.

AUSTIN STACKS NEWS:

The Seniors went down to Templenoe in the Club Championships and will be looking to bounce back against Rahillys this weekend.

Everyone involved in the Summer Camp was delighted when Sam made a visit on the last day. There were plenty of photos taken of the special guest and autographs from his entourage.

The club was delighted with the success of the Rock All Stars three day camp and wants to say a special thanks to the coaches.

These players, for those with a diagnosis, will be back at their regular training session on Sunday mornings and new members are always welcome.

The players were also delighted with a visit from the Sam Maguire and ended their camp by getting their certificates and enjoying some well-deserved treats with the club very thankful to sponsors.

The u7 and 9’s train as normal with the 9’s set to face Milltown/Castlemaine on Thursday 18th and they hope to be the St Finbarrs tournament later in the summer. The u11’s are enjoying their Go Games action.

The u13’s Division 1 A & B went down in Round 2 of the Central Leagueto Na Gaeil and they train as usual each week.

The Lee Strand Tournament for the u14’s will take place on September 3rd while the 15’s Central League games are on hold until the final of the District/Division is played where the Division 1 side are in the final against Laune Rangers.

Lotto: There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 2,5, 14 and 16 with the next jackpot being e2950.

BALLYMAC NEWS:

Kerry Ladies Board to raise funds for Breast Cancer Ireland and sponsored by Terry’s Butchers. They had games against Ballyduff, Annascaul and Listowel. The u11 Central Region Go Games continues and in the latest game the boys took on Dingle and will play Templenoe on August 15th. The u12 Girls twice this week and Grace Costello was named as the Player of the Week. She had picked up a hand injury and was out of action for a while but came to training before putting in a great performance in the final.

Rose Ball

The visit of Watervil In Round 2 of the Junior Premier Championship the boys made it two wins from two with a defeat of Waterville.

The Senior Ladies put in a big effort but went down to Cromane in the Donal Curtin Division 3 Final 2-07 t0 0-10 points. Their Championship will be starting on Monday August 22nd with a home game over John Mitchels.

The U14 Ladies were in their Division 5 County League B final in mid-week as were the Minor Ladies in their County League Division 1 semi-final. We will have their results next week.

The Academy enjoyed their training session while the u10’s played Desmonds with both sides having two teams on duty. The 11’s played their first game for a while against Churchill with the u11’s enjoying a good win.

The u13 Boys took on the Glenbeigh/ Glencar/Cromane combination in a cracker in hot weather. The opposition went 1-01 to no score ahead but the boys battled back and in the end won by just the one point 4-07 to 4-06.

The club had a number of players on the Castleisland District team that defeated Eoghan Rua in the first round of the Lee Strand District Championship. They played East Kerry in mid-week.

Lotto – The Lotto draw was conducted by the Fitzmaurice Brothers in Chicago. The numbers drawn were 19, 14, 21 and 30 with no winner of the jackpot of e2750.

ST PAT’S NEWS

There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 15, 18, 19 and 22 and the next jackpot will be e2600. Tickets are available from all the usual outlets.

Anyone who hasn’t completed their registration is asked to do so as soon as possible.

There was a great turn-out for the Academy with the u7 boys, joined by a number of girls, hosting Churchill. The u9’s were out in big numbers while the u10 Girls enjoyed the fun blitz at Ballyrickard organised by the North

The u13’s combined team with Kerins O’Rahillys played their second Central League game away to Annascaul/Lispole who just held on for the win. Their next game is scheduled for August 21stagainst Castlegregory.

The minors went down to Rathmore while the Senior’s were in Portmagee to take on Skellig Rangers in Round 2 of the club championship. It was all level at half time 0-05 points each but after a tight second half it was the home side that took a 1 point win 0-11 to 0-10. Round 3 is scheduled for August 20/21st.

PARNELLS NEWS

The Night at the Dogs fundraiser will take place on Saturday August 13th and there is plenty for all the family to enjoy. Tickets cost e10 with children u14 free. Thanks to the Kerry Wedding Store who are sponsoring the event.

The club is also holding a clothes collection on Friday the 12th from 8.30 until 10am. At Academy level Eanna Sheehan and Enda Moriarty were the u7’s Player of the Week. The u9’s played Abbeydorney in two games.

The Minors took on Spa in Killarney with the home side winning with a late goal. The club was delighted for its girls that were on the winning u14 Kerry girl’s side. They were also representatives on the Kerry 15’s who beat Limerick but lost to Kildare in Limerick last week.

There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 8,16,22 and 27.

ON THE GREEN’S

MAINE VALLEY GC: At the Maine Valley GC the winner of the Frank ‘Maxi’ McMahon Trophy was Robert Gallagher who just beat Vincent O’Sullivan with Tom Finnerty in third. The Division 1,2,3 prizes went to Shane Collins, Donal Murphy, Michael Murtagh and Jerry Sheehan.

TRALEE GC: In the MC 10, sponsored by Adams Garage Tralee, the winner was Gary O’Riordan from Paul Barrett and Dick Spring with Eoghan O’Donnell winning the Best Gross prize. The Division prizes went to Gary Peter O’Driscoll, Kieran O’Donnell, James Kellliher and Paul Hennebery with Tom O’Mahony and Joe Rogers taking the front and back nine prizes.

The Ladies 18 hole singles on Wednesday was won by Carly Horan from Rhona Johnston while Sunday’s version went to Grainne Sheehy and Eilish O’Loughlin.

PITCH & PUTT: The Munster u16 Strokeplay and Inter-County championships proved to be a happy hunting ground for Kerry pitch & putt. Held in Waterford the u16 Gold team were clear winners while the Green team finished third. Kerry players were also in the medals in the Singles competition. Kerry also took third in the Senior Men’s. The Intermediate and Junior teams put in a good effort but finished outside of the top three places.

Tralee Rotary Club Chain of office was recently handed over by Sharon Hayes outgoing President to Michael Slattery incoming President at the Tankard Restaurant Kilfenora

The Tralee Parnells U12 Blue team

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IN MEMORY

PRAYER TO BLESSED VIRGIN

O Most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, faithful vine, splendor of Heaven, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help and show me herein you are my Mother.

O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to secour me, in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your powers. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Sweet Mother, l place this cause in your hands. Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. Amen. N.S.

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