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2024 May 1 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
ROSARY at Knockanure Grotto every Thursday evening at 8pm, during May. All are welcome.
May Altar was a tradition in most homes and still many decorate Our Lady with wild flowers.
FIRST Communion Ceremonies. Saturday 4th May Moyvane at 11am. Saturday 11th May Knockanure at 11am.
RAMBLING House Knockanure May 2nd and in Clounmacon, Listowel on May 10th.
PPC Meeting; There will be a Parish Pastoral Council meeting on Thurs. May 9th in the Sacristy at 8pm. Items for the agenda before May 3rd.
MEALS on Wheels Knockanure/Moyvane would like to let people know that the meals are not just for the elderly. Anyone young or old can avail of the service. We deliver 3 days a week, Monday for Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday for Wednesday & Thursday and Friday for Friday, Saturday & Sunday. The service is handy for people who may be convalescing, after been in hospital or living alone or maybe just doesn’t like to cook. The meals are €6 for an average size and €8 for a large. The menu varies from week to week, there is soup and desserts if required. If you have any queries please contact Claire on 068-49799 or 087-1656631.
RALLY for Life Saturday 6th July at 2pm, at the Garden of Remembrance on Parnell Square in Dublin city Centre.
THANKS: Knockanure Development Association would like to acknowledge the Financial Assistance received from Kerry County Council under Community Support Fund 2023.
THANKS: Parents Association would like to take this opportunity to say a big Thank You, to our volunteers who helped and wider community who dropped clothes for Murhur N.S spring clothes collection. From this collection all funds raised will go towards our school for resources & activities for our children. A total of 1380kg was collected.
ST PIO mass Listowel on Fri 3rd, 1st Friday at 6.45pm.
GRAVES: "Moyvane/Knockanure Graveyard Committee" The committee are holding their annual AGM on Tuesday 7th May 2024 at 8:30pm in the Marian Hall. All members are asked to attend and new members welcome.
SYMPATHY: A recent Board of Management the following votes of sympathy was passed; To Goulding Families on the death of Sean Goulding Knockanure, and To the Galvin/Lyons Families on the death of Elizabeth/Eliz Galvin nee Lyons Billeragh Listowel.
ST Pio prayer meeting at Castleisland on May 14th 2024 – (Second Tuesday).
DEATH has taken place of Elizabeth (Liz) Galvin (née Lyons), Billeragh, Listowel and late of Knockavallig, Duagh, on April 23rd, 2024, wife of the late Michael and aunt of the late Mary Scanlon. Liz is survived by her son TJ, daughter Michelle, granddaughter Clodagh, partner Ned Hickey, brother John, sisters Hanna Mai (Scanlon), Kathy (Kennelly) and Theresa (Dillane), daughter-in-law Bridget, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, and neighbours.
DEATH of Vincent O'Doherty, Killeshin House, Dirha West, Listowel, on April 11th, 2024. Predeceased by his father Conor, grandparents Jeremiah O'Driscoll, Vincent and Maureen O'Doherty and his uncle Bryan. Vincent is survived by his heartbroken family, his mother Arleen and her partner David, sisters Bonita and Zara, grandmother Helen O'Driscoll, girlfriend Sadie, uncle James, aunts Sharon, Nicola, Zara and Angela, grandaunts, granduncles, cousins, and extended family in Moyvane parish.
DEATH of John G. Carmody of New Jersey, New York & formerly of Meen Listowel on April 20, 2024. He was born in Meen, Listowel , on May 10, 1941 to the late Nora and John Carmody. John is survived by his wife Anne and his children, Ann, Bernice and John. Also, his son-in-law Travis King and his daughter-in-law Rachel Carmody. And his 5 grandchildren, the lights of his life, Victoria, Isabella and Michael Pagan and Maeve and John Carmody. He is pre-deceased by his son-in-law John Pagan Jr. and his brother, Patrick Carmody. To honour his life, friends and family gathered on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 10am at Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Hawthorne, New York. Interment to immediately follow the service.
ANNIVERSARIES: Sr. Mary Andrew O Flaherty, Esther Mary Dower O Keane, Fr. Pat Moore, Paddy Feury, Noreen Horgan, Paudie Hanrahan, Hannah Sheehy, John Horgan, David o Brien, Sr. Perpetua O Brien, Assumpta Mahony, Bridie Cox, Jackie McMahon, Denis Collins,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.27th Apr.’24- Moyvane for Con & John Carmody (Aniv.’s) at 7.30pm; Sun.28th Apr.’24 Knockanure for Teresa Kennelly (6th Aniv.) at 9.30am and mass Moyvane for Con O’Carroll (Aniv.) & deceased of O’Carroll family, Manchester & formerly New Houses at 11am; Tues.30th Apr.’24 Moyvane a Prayer Service and Exposition at 10am; Weds.1st May’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Thurs.2nd May’24 Moyvane for Denis O’Connor (Aniv.) Church St., Glin at 10am; Fri.3rd May’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Sat.4th May’24 Moyvane for John O’Connor (Aniv.) at 7.30pm; Sun.5th May’24 Knockanure for Jackie & Padraig McMahon at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Nora Sheehy (1st Aniv.) at 11am.
LATIN MASS offered on Sunday 28th April at 12.00 noon at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Rathass, by Fr. Bernard Healy. More info from LatinMassTralee@gmail.com
ADORATION: Diocesan Eucharistic Adoration Reminder: Retreat this year at Our Lady's and St Brendan's Tralee on Friday 31st May 2024. Presenters: Fr. Jim Lenihan/ Deacon Thady O'Connor. Mass Celebrant Bishop Ray. See Poster on notice board for details. Bookings: Margaret 087 297 6304: Breda 0876742306.
SYNCHRONOSING OF EVENING MASS TIMES: Listowel Parish Pastoral Council have decided to synchronise all our evening masses to 6.15 p.m. as from the first weekend in June 2024. That is 1st Friday / St. Padre Pio / Holy Day Vigils – all will be at 6.15pm. Excluding Easter & Christmas Vigils and Mass of Remembrance in November will be as announced.
ROSARY FOR MAY: O’Connell’s Ave Grotto every Sunday in at 6pm. All welcome. Finuge Grotto every Tuesday at 8pm for the month of May. Killocrim Grotto every Friday evening in May at 8pm. All welcome.
NANO NAGLE SCHOOL 10K WALK bank Holiday Monday 6th May 2pm sharp. Limerick Kerry greenway. Starting Kilmorna entrance finish The Square, Listowel. Every walker must register. For sponsorship card and to register call to Nano Nagle School or Christy’s bar The Square. No parking at Kilmorna so depart from The Square at 1pm. on buses provided. Refreshments ½ way & finish in Christy’s. All monies raised will go towards Equine Therapy & Swimming Lessons.
MASSES IN POLISH - KILLARNEY Church of the Resurrection -Saturday, 18.30- TRALEE Immaculate Conception, Rathass - Sunday, 12.00. (except last Sunday of the month) More information about the liturgy during the week, as well as any changes can be found on the Facebook: Duszpasterstwo w diecezji Kerry.
FIRST Saturday devotions will be held on Sat. 4th May commencing at 8.45am in the Church of the Resurrection Killarney, beginning with the Fatima intentions and prayer. Followed by the Rosary at 9am. Mass at 9.30am then 15 mins meditation on the mysteries of the Rosary.
All will be done with the intention of making reparation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
WALK: Tarbert ‘Darkness into Light’. The start is 4.15am from the Tarbert Comprehensive school before heading down past Leslie’s Woods to the pier and back again, finishing at the Tarbert Comprehensive.
ROSE charity Walk: Roses and Rose Escorts walking the Camino De Santiago. To support the Roses and Rose Escorts, please visit this link: https://www.idonate.ie/ fundraiser/ CaminoForClionasROTIF
WALKING THE CAMINO: Join the MSC Missions as we walk the shaded lanes and valleys of the Camino Ingles walking from Ferrol to Santiago in Northern Spain from the 29th of July to 5th August 2024. The temperature in this part of northern Spain in July is perfect for walking, like a balmy summer day in Ireland. For more details of this fundraising pilgrimage ring Mary at 021 454 6691 or
email mary.morrish@mscmissions.ie
COLLECTION: The Big Busk in Listowel raised €1,919.00 for Focus Ireland recently.
VIDEO: trip to Shrone Lake – 18th August 2020: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAxwu1XZe0I
CUCKOO is singing, bringing the feeling of summer to locality. Swallows have arrived also and the whitethorn and apple trees are beginning to flower. Cattle are out at last, after a long winter housed.
SING for Joy with Kathryn Crowley on May 4t at Cliff House Hotel, Ballybunion on May 4th from 2 to 4pm
GAA: Kellogg's Cul Camps you can book into our camp at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie
Moyvane GAA Cul camp will take place on the following dates: 15th July - 19th July.
STORYTELLING: Daisy Kearney will host an afternoon of storytelling at St. Ita’s Hall, Main St. Abbeyfeale on Sunday, May 5 from 3pm.
SWIFT DOC: A new minor injury medical clinic is opening this Wednesday at the Work Hub on Main St. Abbeyfeale, Contact the clinic on 818009911 Monday-Friday 6-10pm and Saturday and Sunday 9-6pm.
DEMENTIA INCLUSIVE LISTOWEL are holding a Memory Wellness and Dementia Awareness Event in Listowel Arms Hotel from 6.30pm - 9pm on Thursday, 16th May, 2024. Book with Deirdre 087 1880808.
DANCE: Tony Noonan of Noonan’s Christmas Light is holding a fundraising dance in the Railway on Friday May 3 with music by Olivia Douglas. All proceeds to the Carol Liston O’Connor fund.
PERSONS of the Year Limerick 2023, Milford Care Centre got the award recently.
SOCIAL: annual Kerry badminton social is on the 11th of May at Rose hotel in Tralee. Tickets will be available through each club.
REFLECTIONS: Horizons Radio
https://www.dioceseofkerry.ie/our-diocese/communications/horizons-radio/
Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television - channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website www.radiomaria.ie or download the Radio Maria app.
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TARBERT Theatre Players are staging Sam Cree’s three act comedy, “Separate Beds” at Tarbert Community Centre , 27th and 28th of April and also on 3rd, 5th and 6th of May, details from 087 9144 766.
THE RISE FOUNDATION - Come to hear and see some new creations. – Venues are - Wednesday 1st May at 7.30pm – at St John's Theatre & Arts Centre Listowel and on Saturday 4th May at 7.30pm in the Community Centre Tarbert. Pick up a copy of the new book Unrecorded Places in Between - poems by Paddy Creedon, artwork by Tricia Healy. All proceeds to the RISE Foundation.
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CREDIT Union: Denis Dillane, Listowel Credit Union CEO, recently said: “We are absolutely delighted to reach a Loan Book of €20M with our members.
LOCAL ROADS: €2.5 million is available for the upgrade of rural laneways and non-public roads in Kerry.
SIAMSA Art: information about Kerry College’s Creative Arts Exhibition, visit the Siamsa Tíre website at https://siamsatire.com/exhibitions/current-exhibition/
VOLUNTEERS are needed at the Listowel Autism Foróige Youth Club . Volunteers may bring personal skills and interests to the role, such as Art & Crafts, Sports, Music, Computer skills and more! If this role appeals to you, you can find further details on this link 👉 https://rb.gy/b7v6oo
CHORAL Union in Limerick recently celebrated their 60 Years of Music at University Concert Hall.
BOOK LAUNCH: Mary Kury has launched her latest book Treasured Memories, a survey of St David’s Graveyard, Churchtown Newcastle West.
ROSE Selection for Kerry will take place on May 17 in the Heights Hotel Killarney.
SPORTS: Athea Community Games Annual Sports Day will take place on Sunday May 12th from 2 – 4pm, weather permitting.
MOYA Festival in Ballybunion on May Bank Holiday. Details on site
https://moyaballybunion.ie/blog
RIVERFEST Limerick; Taking place on the Bank Holiday weekend, between Friday, May 3 and Monday, May 6.
RALLY: Ireland International Rally of the Lakes will take place from May 3- 5.
PLANS Listowel: proposed Trailhead Facility at the Neo-Data site. Part 8 public consultation 24th of April 2024 – with a closing date of submissions on the 5th of June 2024. The plans will be available online and on display at the Council Offices in Listowel.
CELEBRATING 40 Years: The Irish Woodturners Guild is kindly supported by the Hunt Museum, Design and Crafts Council of Ireland. For more information on the IWG, go to www.IWG.ie
https://www.huntmuseum.com/whats-on/turning-turns-40/
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THE IRISH Woodturners Guild is celebrating 40 years in existence with a special event at Limerick’s Hunt Museum.
The event, Turning Turns 40, will take place in the city centre museum tomorrow evening (Thursday, March 28), and celebrates the Irish Woodturners Guild, which is the oldest woodturning guild in the world.
https://www.limerickpost.ie/2024/03/27/irish-woodturners-guild-to-celebrate-40th-birthday-at-limericks-hunt-museum/
LOCAL: Ríocht Woodcraft is a uniquely Irish Business which offers a range of high quality, bespoke, Irish handcrafted products, including a selection of contemporary Irish hardwood serving boards, chopping boards and butcher blocks.
Brothers Donnchadha and Eamon O’Connor craft each individual product from locally sourced Irish materials. Ríocht has evolved from a long family tradition of woodcraft based in Moyvane.
https://riochtwoodcraft.ie/
WEST Limerick meteorite; Dr Partick Roycroft, curator of geology at the National Museum of Ireland, who features on the show, spoke to the Limerick Post.
Dr Roycroft explained that on September 10, 1813, three pieces of rock fell from the sky and landed in a field in West Limerick.
“The National Museum of Ireland has the very largest piece, which weighs 69 and a half pounds – just over 27 kilos. It’s about the size of your head and it is the biggest fragment of a meteorite to hit Ireland or Britain in historic times,” he explained.
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ANNUAL ST PIO AND ST PHILOMENA PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni and Mugnano will take place from 15th –19th July led by Michael O’Connor and Spiritual Director, Fr Sean Jones. For further information and booking please contact Michael 087 2677656 or JWT 01 2410800.
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North Kerry Football news snippets
http://northkerryfootball.com/contentPage/285998/n_e_w_s_s_n_i_p_p_e_t_s
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WAR: By Silas Isenjia
Adigrat, 20 April, 2024 / 9:23 pm (ACI Africa).
The Bishop of Ethiopia’s Catholic Eparchy of Adigrat, which covers the Tigray region has witnessed firsthand the “unspeakable suffering” and even death of the people of God in the embattled region of the Horn of Africa nation.
In a statement that ACI Africa obtained Friday, April 19, Bishop Tesfasellassie Medhin pleads for the implementation of the 2 November 2022 peace agreement in Pretoria, South Africa, in which the Ethiopian government and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) pledged to “permanently silence the guns and end the two years of conflict in northern Ethiopia”.
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New York NY Irish American Advocate 1932-1934 - 0249.pdf
NEW YORK, SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 1932
H o l y O r d e r s w e r e conferred upon many students in St. Patrick’s College, Maynooth , All Hallows College, St. Patrick’s College, Carlow, and St. E u n a n ' s Cathedral, Letterkenny, Sunday. Speaking at the distribution of prizes at All Hallows, Bishop Heelan ------------------------------
Ordained included: Rev. M. Herlihy, Kerry; Jas. Hanley, Kerry; James Culhane, Limerick; John Liston. Limerick; Ml. Breen, Limerick; Ml. Kelly, Limerick; Ml. Connolly, Limerick;
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Newcastle West, Sunday.
Several members of the Dail were subjected to Interruption during their speeches at a meeting held here yesterday by West Limerick Farmers' Union in support of the demand for a two years' moratorium on land annuity payments.
J. M. Dillon, T. D., said that the farmers' group In the Dail had Introduced a motion calling for such a moratorium. He admitted that that was a very extreme course, but it was decided on after very careful consideration, and having regard to the fact that unless the farmers were granted Immediate relief their Industry would go down.
Dail Group's Action. It was proposed to ask the Government during the two years to pay the interest out of taxation, the remainder of the money to be extended over the period of the repayment of
the annuities ( see paper for more)
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In the grounds of St. Munchin's College, Limerick, a big crowd witnessed the blessing and presentation of colours by Most Rev. Dr. Keane, Bishop of Limerick, to six city troops
of Catholic Boy Scouts
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The following statement was Issued from Government buildings Monday:
The Minister for Defence intends to experiment on a large scale with the use of turf as a substitute for coal. The experiment will be carried out at the Curragh Camp during the winter.
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The first of an archaeological research expedition from Harvard University, Hugh O'Neill Hencken, has arrived In Dublin. Pending the arrival of the remainder of his party at the end of the month, Mr. Hencken will inspect the sites allocated for excavation during the summer. Two of these are in
Co. Sligo, one In Co. Clare and one in Co. Wicklow
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Mr. Fitzgerald contended that the real rulers of the country were the gunmen, and said that, for the first time in ten years, the Army of the State was not to parade at Bodenstown for the Wolfe Tone celebration, by order of the Minister for Defense, while it was perfectly all right for the I. R. A. and other revolutionary bodies to demonstrate there.
Instructions to Garda.
Mr. de Valera had given instructions to the Civic Guards to watch for the landing of arms in the South of Ireland, presumably for use by these people.
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ICMSA: The Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers’ Association (ICMSA) has claimed that farmers have been “led up the garden path” on a potential dairy reduction scheme.
The association’s comments come after Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue said that a reduction scheme for dairy cows is “off the table”.
A dairy cow reduction scheme – which has been referred to as a “cull scheme” by some stakeholders – was one of the recommendations in the final report of the Food Vision Dairy Group.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/farmers-led-up-the-garden-path-on-dairy-exit-scheme-icmsa/
CAP: A vote on simplifying CAP passed the European Parliament recently, with 431 votes in favour and 130 against. There were 33 abstentions.
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MIRACLE: "At this place on June 3, 1948, Father Gino Violini, parish priest of Cowley,
found the Eucharistic Host suspended in the air, surrounded by rays of light."
The following story comes from Sacred History of Canada:
http://histoiresainteducanada.ca/en/le-miracle-eucharistique-de-cowley-alberta/
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https://atreasuretobeshared.blogspot.com/2021/04/cowleybellevue-eucharistic-miracle.html
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Irish Soldiers in War 1
kerrycoco.ie/libtest/wwid.html
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World Vision; Have more than 34,000 staff in nearly 100 countries, most in their home regions, working and praying for fullness of life for our donors and those we serve worldwide.
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Ireland Search; World Vision.
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EARTH DAY 2024: Planet vs. Plastics”, the theme of this year’s Earth Day, DBTA officials calls for collaborative approaches to environmental conservation and sustainability.
“On this Earth Day, let us all commit to making a positive change. By reducing, reusing, recycling, refusing single-use plastics, and embracing sustainable alternatives as we protect and conserve our earth for future generations,” they say.
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PLASTIC: The federal government is taking aim at plastic with a federal registry that will require some companies to regularly report their plastic production and importation.
Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault made the announcement during his kickoff of the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Monday.
Delegates and representatives from around the world are meeting in Ottawa this week to develop an internationally binding agreement on plastic
https://tnc.news/2024/04/23/feds-launch-plastics-registry/
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COWBOY
Below, we give you a sampling of common cowboy slang words. You might notice some of them sprinkled in a Western movie or novel, and you’ll even notice some that are still in use today.
Ace in the hole. A hideout or a hidden gun.
According to Hoyle. Correct, by the book. “Hoyle” is a dictionary of rules for card games.
Acknowledge the corn. To admit the truth, to confess a lie, or acknowledge an obvious personal shortcoming.
Addle-headed. Empty-headed, not smart.
A hog-killin’ time. A real good time. “We went to the Rodeo Dance and had us a hog-killin’ time.”
A lick and a promise. To do a haphazard job. “She just gave it a lick and a promise.”
All-fired. Very, great, immensely; used for emphasis. “He is just too all-fired lazy to get any work done around here.”
Amputate your timber. Go away, run off.
Apple peeler. Pocket knife.
Apple pie order. In top shape, perfect order.
Attitudinize. To assume an affected attitude.
Bach (pronounced “batch”). For a man to keep house without a woman’s help.
Backdoor Trots. Diarrhea.
Ballyhoo. Sales talk, advertising, exaggeration.
Barber’s cat. Half-starved, sickly-looking person.
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DIOCESAN YOUTH PILGRIMAGE TO TAIZÉ : The diocese will be taking a group of young adults on pilgrimage from Sunday, June 23rd to Sunday June 30th. Contact Tomás Kenny for more information on 086 368 3778 or email tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie
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DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA 10-15th May from €979 pp. 4* Hotel with Half Board, Including return Flights from Dublin, 5 nights Hotel Fatima. Contact: Maureen Harty 066 713 1328, Barter’s Travelnet: 021 485 1700 or email kcallaghan@travelnet.ie
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ARTISTS: Calling all Comic Book artists. Join artist Mari Rolin for a 6 week workshop to illustrate your own comic book, starting on April 27. Killarney Library. Places are limited so booking is essential.
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2024 April 24 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
PARISH: Eucharistic Adoration: every Tues. after 10.00am Mass to 11.30am. Confessions: Before Mass or by arrangement. Baptisms: Saturday afternoons only from 12 noon to 4pm.
Diocese of Kerry celebration of Youth Week from 20th to 26th April. 2nd Collection at Masses weekend 20th & 21st Apr.’24 for Peter’s pence.
First Communion Ceremonies. Saturday 4th May Moyvane at 11am, and Saturday 11th May Knockanure at 11am. PPC Meeting, There will be a Parish Pastoral Council meeting on Thursday May 9th. Items for the agenda before May 3rd.
ANNIVERSARIES: Sr. Labourie Sheehy, Mossie Kearney, Joe Lyons, Tom Molyneaux, Peg Sheahan, Maureen O Sullivan, Bibi Dillion, Kathleen Culhane, Mike Joe Cronin, Vince Galvin, Elizabeth Imelda Sheehan, Mary P Moriarty, Kit Breen,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.20th Apr.’24- Moyvane for James & Bridget Beaton (Aniv.’s) of Ahalahana at 7.30pm; Sun.21st Apr.’24 Knockanure for Angela Kearney, (3rd Aniv.) at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for John Shanahan & his father Patrick (Aniv.’s) & deceased of Shanahan & Egan families at 11am; Tues.23rd Apr.’24 Moyvane for Jack Mulvihill & son Martin (Aniv.’s) Glenalappa & Nenagh at 10am;
Weds.24th Apr’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Thurs.25th Apr’24 Moyvane a Private Intention at 10am; Fri.26th Apr.’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Sat.27th Apr.’24
Moyvane for Con & John Carmody (Aniv.’s) at 7.30pm; Sun.28th Apr.’24 Knockanure for Teresa Kennelly (6th Aniv.) at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Con O’Carroll (Aniv.) & deceased of O’Carroll family, Manchester & formerly New Houses at 11am
EVENING MASS TIMES Listowel : Parish Pastoral Council have decided to synchronised all evening masses to 6.15 p.m. as from the first weekend in June 2024. That is 1st Friday / St. Padre Pio / Holy Day Vigils – all will be at 6.15pm. Excluding Easter & Christmas Vigils and Mass of Remembrance in November will be as announced.
MASS attendance in Listowel over two weekends, averaged 899.
LATIN MASS will be offered on Sunday 28th April at 12.00 noon at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Rathass, Tralee by Fr. Bernard Healy. More info from LatinMassTralee@gmail.com
GAA Knockanure; Our Club AGM took place on Monday 15th April at 8pm in the clubhouse
We are always looking for new members to get involved. All are welcome.
Lotto Results from Tuesday April 9th- Jackpot was €7,200. Numbers Drawn: 3, 17, 21, and 24.
No winner but lucky dips went to: 1. Jim, Liz, Sinead & Orla Greaney; 2. John Scanlon, Upper Athea;
3. Michael Lynch, Taxi; 4. Anne Marie Scanlon, Knockanure, and 5. Pat Guerin, c/o Kevin’s Bar.
Next draw in the clubhouse on Tuesday April 16th, As always, all are welcome!. Jackpot will be €7,300.
Congratulations to Moyvane minors, who defeated Duagh recently, Moyvane 6-07 and Duagh 2-6. Moyvane Seniors result, Moyvane 1-08, Skellig Rangers 0-09.
BEST WISHES to Margaret Madigan of Ballyguiltenane Glin, who recently celebrated 40 years of service with Limerick City and County Civil Defence. Margaret was among 100 of her comrades to receive long service medals from Tánaiste and Minister of Defence Micheál Martin TD earlier this month. The medal ceremony took place in Trinity College Dublin and medals were awarded to members from across the country. Speaking at the event, the Tánaiste said: “I am delighted to formally honour the long and distinguished years of service of these Civil Defence members with the award of long service medals.
RAMBLING HOUSE; Clounmacon Rambling House was on Friday 12th of April; Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month
REFLECTION: ‘A Journey through the Bible’ – continues in the Library, Athea every Wednesday night 7.30-8.30, followed by a cuppa and a chat.
ST Pio prayer meeting at Castleisland on May 14th 2024 – (Second Tuesday).
DANCE: Afternoon Tea dance in Ballybunion on 28th of April beginning at 3pm. Social Dancing in Ballybunion every Tuesday night at 7.30pm.
FLEADH by the Feale: Celtic Steps on Saturday, May 4th and the Mulcahy Family on Sunday, May 5th, also the All Ireland Bones Playing Championship, various workshops, The Storytelling and the Street Busking to name but a few.
THEATRE: Katie, presented by the Súgán Theatre Company, plays for one night only at the Glórach Theatre, Abbeyfeale on Sunday, April 21st. Curtains up for the drama at 8 pm, and tickets can be booked at 0871383940 or at www.glorachabbeyfeale.com
2024 is the Centenary of Toastmasters International.
SING for Joy with Kathryn Crowley on May 4t at Cliff House Hotel, Ballybunion on May 4th from 2 to 4pm
GRANT for School: The Department of Education has announced the opening of a new round of Creative Clusters. Each Creative Cluster will receive grant funding of €3,000 per school over a two-year period to implement their project in 2024–2026. Deadline for application: 10th May.
KERRY College hosted their Recruitment Fair in their Clash Road Campus recently. They are accepting applications for September 2024 entry – these include employment focused and progression orientated programmes, further information see www.kerrycollege.ie.
LIBRARY Glin: Craft Group, meets fortnightly (1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at 10.30am. Open to all ages and abilities. Class is Free. Community Singing Group: meets every Tuesday from 11.30am. All welcome. Contribution box in place. Facilitated by Bernie Hayes, Askeaton/Ballysteen. The Book Group. meets monthly on the last Wednesday & Thursday of the month April 24th & 25th. All welcome. Class is Free. All events take place in Glin Library & everyone is welcome. A special word of ‘Thanks’ to our Librarian Deirdre who has a welcome for everyone & has encouraged all these events.
RIVERFEST Limerick; Taking place on the Bank Holiday weekend, between Friday, May 3 and Monday, May 6.
UNIVERSITY Hospital Kerry; To mark the 40th anniversary of the hospital at Rathass, Tralee an invitation is extended to join them for special events throughout the day on Thursday, April 25 2024.
RUN SUNDAY MAY 5TH, Great Limerick Run is the biggest mass participation sporting event outside Dublin. https://greatlimerickrun.com/gallery/
ENERGY: EirGrid, to host an energy citizens roadshow in Limerick on Monday, April 22nd at the Limerick Strand Hotel from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.
RALLY: Ireland International Rally of the Lakes will take place from May 3- 5.
BINGO: Tarbert Comprehensive School Bingo: Your afternoon support on this Sunday 21st April at 3pm in the School Assembly Hall would be most welcomed by the Parents Association and by Tarbert Comprehensive School – bring a friend, bring the family for some bingo fun. Raffle Tickets sold on the day for some lovely spot prizes.
PRAYER; Loving God, we pray to you in good times and also in difficult ones too. We give thanks for the blessings of our countryside. We pray for fine weather for our farmers and all those who work the land. Our prayers are for the land to dry up, so cattle can get out and crops sown. We pray for balance to our seasons and especially now we pray for some sunshine and dry weather. Amen.
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MARCH FOR LIFE: Shining a spotlight on Ireland’s abortion law and calling for compassionate support systems for expectant mothers. The March for Life is more than just a demonstration; it’s a collective voice demanding change, unity, and empowerment for women facing challenging choices. Bank Holiday Monday, 6th May, 2:00pm. Marching in Dublin from St. Stephen’s Green to Leinster House. All support welcome.
GOLF: Kerry GAA will be holding their Annual Golf Classic in Beaufort Golf Club on Friday 31st May.
FEED: Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) dairy chair Stephen Arthur said: “Farmers have been unable to get cows out to grass fulltime by mid-April, as would normally be the case.
“In many instances, this means for cows to get the correct nutritional requirements, they still require a concentrate feed with a protein content of over 15%,” he added.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/15-crude-protein-limit-clarification-issued-by-dafm/
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FIRE: 135 delegates from around the world were in Tralee recently for the European 7th International Fuel and Fire Conference.
WRITER: The recently appointed writer-in-residence for Co. Kerry has found the Local Link bus service to be just the ticket for her ‘Writers on the Bus’ project.
Emer Fallon from Ballyferriter is a poet and fiction writer who grows a lot of her own food and keeps hens. She studied organic market gardening with Jim Cronin and ran a cafe at Louis Mulcahy Pottery on Slea Head for 10 years.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/kerry-writer-in-residence-highlights-value-of-local-link/
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JIMMY Deenihan was honoured with a tribute night organised by the Finuge GAA Club recently .
Jimmy has given a life-long contribution to Finuge and North Kerry community. A five-time All Ireland winner, For Jimmy the important aspect of the night was it acted as a fundraiser for the Finuge club to develop a new Juvenile pitch for its members.
THE RISE FOUNDATION – Come to hear and see some new creations. ‘The RISE Foundation’ – Venues are – Wednesday 1st May at 7.30pm – at St John’s Theatre & Arts Centre Listowel and on Saturday 4th May at 7.30pm. Pick up a copy of the new book Unrecorded Places in Between – poems by Paddy Creedon, artwork by Tricia Healy. All proceeds to the RISE Foundation. Recommended donation €10 per copy.
PLAY in Tarbert, “Separate Beds”, by Sam Cree, beginning on Sat 27th
MOYA Festival in Ballybunion on May Bank Holiday.
DANCE: Afternoon Tea dance in Ballybunion on 28th of April beginning at 3pm. Social Dancing in Ballybunion every Tuesday night at 7.30pm.
SIAMSA in Tralee, Mary Conroy and Guests, including Francis Kennedy on Wed. 24th of April, details from 066 712 3055.
WALK in Tarbert: 11th of May at 4:15am, Darkness into Light 2024 support Pieta. Be a part of the movement by signing up at: https://www.darknessintolight
EVENTS: “Have you ever dreamed of walking the Camino? Join the MSC Missions as we walk the shaded lanes and valleys of the Camino Ingles walking from Ferrol to Santiago in Northern Spain from the 29th July to 5th August 2024. The temperature in this part of northern Spain in July is perfect for walking, like a balmy summer day in Ireland. For more details of this fundraising pilgrimage ring Mary at 021 454 6691 or email mary.morrish@mscmissions.ie
Pilgrimage to Taizé, France. Interested in coming to Taizé this June? We are taking a group of young adults on this amazing pilgrimage from Sunday 23 – Sunday 30 June 2024. Please contact Tomás Kenny for more information on 086 3683778 or email Tomás at tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie.
The Poor Clares in Galway are hosting an online Q&A for young women who
would like to know more about the Poor Clare way of life on Wednesday 1 May from 7 – 8.30 pm. For more information contact vocations@poorclares.ie.
Poor Clares in Carlow invite women from age 22 to 40 years for a cuppa and a chat to find out more about our life. If interested please contact us before the event. poorclaresvoc@gmail.com Saturday 4th May from 2.30 to 4.30
Postgraduate and Mission & Ministries Programmes at St Patrick’s Pontifical University, Maynooth. Programme applications close from 30th June to 30th August for different programmes. Visit sppu.ie/courses for more information.
AIB Community Backing Event for everyone: AIB – Banking Made Easy, Tues.23rd Apr. 6pm at AIB Branch Listowel. Aim of Event – Interactive learning of AIB’s Internet banking. Presentation from the Gardaí on Financial Safety Online. Presentation about banking facilities at An Post. All welcome.
The Kerry Choral Union Spring concert in aid of Recovery Haven Kerry (cancer support house) St. Brendan’s Church, Upper Rock St., Tralee Sun. 21st Apr. 7:30pm. Tickets €10 from the door & online https://register.enthuse.com/.../KerryChoralUnionSpringCo.
All Ireland Rosary Rally, Knock, June 1st, the day begins with a Marian Conference at 9.30am in St John's Centre. The Stations of the Cross outside at 2pm, followed by the Rosary Procession. Bishop Phonsie Cullinan will be the Main Celebrant of the 3pm Concelebrated Mass which will include Anointing of the Sick. Confessions are available throughout the day, and there will be rosary and scapular-making workshops in the marquee. For more info and a list of buses from around Ireland please visit www.AllIrelandRosaryRally.com
GROW Mental Health- Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Contact Celia 086-1526966/ Danielle 086-1588626/Www.grow.ie
FAITH: It’s so easy to react to circumstances. It’s so easy to over-react, in fact. But what we’re called to do, and hopefully what we learn to do, is respond. And we can only do that when we have a deep, abiding connection with God.
An OSV Podcasts original. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic faith at osvpodcasts.com. Sharing stories, starting conversations.
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FEAST of St. George, patron saint of England is celebrated on Tues. 23rd April. Feast of St. Mark the comrade of St Peter, one of the 4 evangelists is celebrated on Thurs. 25th April.
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1973-12-15 Irish People
Composed And Dedicated
To The Memory Of Con Dee
By Frank Thoronton, Chicago
Far away from the Valley of Knockanure
An Irish Soldier lies,
On a green hillside on American soil
Near Chicago, Illinois;
Con Dee has joined his Comrade squad,
Up in Heaven's Golden Shore,
Where Lyons and Walsh and Dalton trod,
They have met to part no more.
On an earlier day in Freedoms Fray,
They fought there side by side,
For a cause supreme on Ireland's Green,
Three of those heroes died.
Con Dee, though badly wounded then.
Outdone the Blacks and Tans,
And just like all true Irish men,
The fight he carried on.
A Republic Grand for all the land,
Was his every wish and prayer,
As he thought of the boys who lost their
lives,
In that beautiful Kerry Vale.
God grant you rest all four of the best,
Your cause will still proceed,
And some day please, God, our Irish Sod,
Will be one, and truly freed.
https://iuidigital.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/IP/id/4863/rec/5
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DIESEL: The woman was also the registered owner of the farm after inheriting the lands from her late husband.
Arising from the raid, the Revenue Commissioners initially issued the woman with an excise duty tax bill of €298,908 relating to unmarked diesel.
The woman appealed the assessment to the Tax Appeals Commission (TAC) and on appeal Commissioner Conor O’Higgins has reduced the bill by €224,181 to €74,727.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/woman-who-denied-being-a-farmer-liable-for-e74727-excise-bill/
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A People’s Bank at the Post Office
The Postal Savings System offered depositors a US government-backed guarantee of security, but it was undone by for-profit private banks.
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Does cloud seeding even work?
Since the futuristic-sounding weather modification technique was introduced in the 1940s, it has been used regularly across the world, from the UAE to China to the United States, for a wide range of intended purposes. Mostly employed by governments grappling with drought, cloud seeding has even found itself a part of some of the biggest events in history, from clearing urban pollution and ensuring blue skies at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, to staving away Moscow-bound radioactive clouds in the wake of a nuclear disaster in Chernobyl, to hampering the movement of U.S. enemies during the war in Vietnam. (Weather modification in warfare has since been banned by the U.N.)
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2024 April 17 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
CARE of the Aged Moyvane/Knockanure, a chiropodist will attend the Marian Hall Mon. Apr. 15th at 10.20 a.m. For appointment contact Noreen 068-49238.
SCHOOL; congratulations to Maria O' Carroll who won, "Split the Bucket Fundraiser." Many thanks to the Knockanure Parents Association for their work. Please continue to support.
PARISH: To mark Youth Week April 20th to 26th Moyvane/Knockanure Parish Pastoral Council would like to include young people in the Vigil Mass Saturday April 20th 7.30pm. We are inviting young people to come forward and participate in this celebration to mark Youth Week. If you would like to be involved please contact any of the following Parish Pastoral Council members before Monday 15th April. Mary 087 2429183, Ursula 087 6309851 or Anne 086 3456808.
All are welcome.
Parish Safeguarding Audit, the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee would like to thank all Parish Safeguarding Representatives, Priests, and Parish Secretaries for taking the time to complete the annual parish safeguarding audit. The results from the audit are included in the most recent safeguarding newsletter which is available on the diocesan website. It is particularly encouraging to see the increased number of youth-based ministries that are back up and running across the diocese. A special thank you to all involved in establishing these ministries
Thank you Tom! For Holy week in Knockanure parishioners took a little wooden cross from the Church and let it represent for them anyone they wished to pray for, or worry they have, or burden they are carrying. These were then returned to the altar on Good Friday for the Stations of the Cross and their intentions were remembered. We wish to offer a special Thank You to Tom Fitzgerald, Knockanure who made 80 of these little crosses Mile buiochas Tom.
2nd Collection at Masses next weekend 20th&21st Apr.’24 for Peter’s pence.
The Diocese of Kerry is delighted to announce the upcoming celebration of Youth Week from 20th to 26th April. Details on www.dioceseofkerry.ie
DEATH of Patricia King, Bruach Na Gaile, Moyvane, on April 8th, 2024. Sadly missed by her family, neighbours and friends. A private funeral and Cremation has taken place for Patricia, as was her wish.
DEATH of Sister Imelda Kennelly, Sister of Charity of Jesus and Mary. Formerly of Finuge, St. Mary's Delvin, Co. Westmeath and Ros Glas Convent, Moore Abbey, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare. Imelda- in her 97th year, died on 8th April 2024. Deeply regretted by her nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and extended family in Kerry, the U.K. and U.S.A; by the SCJM Community in Ireland and abroad. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Thursday, 11th April, in Moore Abbey Chapel, burial to follow in St. Evin's Cemetery, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare. Requiem Mass recording can be viewed on the following updated link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuUzBg3AXU4
ANNIVERSARIES: John Joe Mulvihill, Maureen Moloney, Joe O Carroll, Fr. John Lucid, Teresa Kennelly, Sr. Bridget Windle, Mary McElligott, Lizzie Lane, Emer Ward, John Dunne, Matt Kennelly, Denis Fitzgerald, Paddy Carroll, Marie Collins, Nora M Cronin, Paddy Barrett, Peg O Sullivan, Nora Fitzgerald, Ian Cahill,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.13th Apr.’24- Moyvane for William Hudson (1st Aniv) at 7.30pm; Sun.14th Apr.’24- Knockanure for Florrie Mullin RIP, Recently Deceased at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Mike Brosnan (1st Aniv.) & his mother Nora Brosnan (Aniv.’s) at 11am; Tues.16th Apr.’24 Moyvane a Private Intention at 10am; Weds.17th Apr’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Thurs.18th Apr’24 Moyvane a Private Intention at 10am; Fri.19th Apr.’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Sat.20th Apr.’24 Moyvane for James & Beaton Pongid (Aniv.) Ahalana at 7.30pm; Sun.21st Apr.’24 Knockanure for Angela Kearney, (3rd Aniv.) at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for John Shanahan & his father Patrick (Aniv.’s) & deceased of Shanahan & Egan families at 11am.
APRIL is the month of the Blessed Sacrament.
ART Donation: 16 Kerry artists have donated their art for Incognito, online art sale, in aid of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation. visit www.incognito.ie, and see work of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation, at www.jackandjill.ie
WRITER: Emer Fallon a poet and fiction writer living in West Kerry is the new Kerry Writer in Residence. For further information and to sign up for Writers on the Bus, or for a group, or one-to-one, session with Emer Fallon, email her at emerwriterinres@gmail.com, or call on 066 718 3541.
THE TECH in Abbeyfeale: The college will be open from 10am – 1pm on Wednesday April 17 and again in the evening between 6-8pm. Find out what courses are on offer.
CASHFLOW: Tirlán; The co-op also said it will establish an advance payment scheme which will offer “cashflow” support to suppliers. “The advance payment scheme is a voluntary scheme offering milk suppliers an advance on future milk payments of 5c/L (based on March milk volumes).
“The advance payment, which will be made to the trading accounts of participating milk suppliers, will offer approximately €3,000 of interest-free cashflow support to an average milk supplier and will be set off against actual milk payments due over the peak months of May, June and July of 2025,”Tirlán added.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/tirlan-launches-new-e30m-weather-support-package/
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CONFIRMATION DAY IN DUAGH, the fifth & sixth classes’ confirmation candidates of both Duagh & Lyre will be confirmed on, April 18th with two ceremonies. The first ceremony with 32 candidates will take place at 1.30 p.m. with Fr. Declan as celebrant. The second ceremony with 27 candidates will take place with Bishop Ray at 3.30 p.m.
Confirmation Listowel ; 62 candidates from Scoil Realta na Maidne, Presentation Primary & Killocrim schools will be confirmed by Bishop Ray on April 19th at 2.00 p.m.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE over the May Bank Holiday weekend as the Fleadh by the Feale festival reaches its 30th year, there will be two major concerts over the weekend, with Celtic Steps at Coláiste Íde agus Iosaif on Saturday 4th May, supported on the night by the School Traditional Band, while on Sunday 5th the Mulcahy Family will be playing at the Glórach Theatre.
KATIE AT THE GLÓRACH: Written and directed by Therese Prenderivlle, comes to the Glórach Abbeyfeale on Sunday, April 21st. Tickets available at www.glorachabbeyfeale.com or 0871383940.
AIB Community Backing Event for everyone: AIB – Banking Made Easy, Tues.23rd Apr. 6pm at AIB Branch Listowel. Aim of Event – Interactive learning of AIB’s Internet banking. Presentation from the Gardaí on Financial Safety Online. Presentation about banking facilities at An Post. All welcome.
RECOVERY HAVEN: 6-week course designed to help participants transition from active treatment to living beyond cancer. Begins 23rd April. Contact: 0667192122.
CONCERT: The Kerry Choral Union Spring concert in aid of Recovery Haven Kerry (cancer support house) St. Brendan’s Church, Upper Rock St., Tralee Sun. 21st Apr. 7:30pm. Tickets €10 from the door & online https://register.enthuse.com/.../KerryChoralUnionSpringCo.
Concert in celebration of the Dominican 800 takes place in Holy Cross Dominican Church Tralee Sun. Apr. 14th 7pm. Kerry Chamber Choir and Orchestra with guest soloists. Tickets available from Kerry School of Music or the Dominican office or at the door on the night. Suggested donation €20.
ST JOHNS Classical; KammerPhilharmonie Europa on Wednesday April 17th @ 8pm, and artist this month Damian Daly has Exhibition on all month, details from 068 22566.
WRITERS Museum; The Whole Wild World bus tour comes to Listowel. Laureate na nÓg Patricia Forde is bringing a bus full of children’s writers and illustrators from Malin Head to Mizen Head, working with young readers to imagine new worlds in words and pictures. Be a part of the adventure and join them in Kerry Writers’ Museum on Tuesday April 23rd at 4 pm for this interactive storytelling event. Free Admission. Pre-booking required to 068 22212
TINTEAN Ballybunion- A tribute to Colm O’Brien on Friday 19th of April at 8pm.
RAMBLING House in Listowel on last Thursday of the month; In Tarbert on Sat 20th of April.
PLAY in Tarbert, “Separate Beds”, by Sam Cree, beginning on Sat 27th
MOYA Festival in Ballybunion on May Bank Holiday.
DANCE: Afternoon Tea dance in Ballybunion on 28th of April beginning at 3pm. Social Dancing in Ballybunion every Tuesday night at 7.30pm.
SIAMSA in Tralee, Mary Conroy and Guests, including Francis Kennedy on Wed. 24th of April, details from 066 712 3055.
THE RISE FOUNDATION - Come to hear and see some new creations. Put aside 1 hour and support ‘The RISE Foundation’ – Venues are - Wednesday 1st May at 7.30pm – at St John's Theatre & Arts Centre Listowel and on Saturday 4th May at 7.30pm in the Community Centre Tarbert. Pick up a copy of the new book Unrecorded Places in Between - poems by Paddy Creedon, artwork by Tricia Healy. All proceeds to the RISE Foundation. Recommended donation €10 per copy. “This splendid publication combines the heartfelt poetic words that Paddy Creedon has carefully crafted with that of artist Tricia Healy’s beautifully haunting artwork. The result is so relevant to today's rupture and repair world where recovery built on love, respect, family, nature and healing can transform lives every day.” - Senator Frances Black.
BADMINTON: 51st annual Listowel club Invitational tournament which is held recently; Congratulations to Helen Browne (Moyvane) & Trish Herlihy (Listowel) who were selected to play on the Munster o40 Interprovincial team in the Interprovincial competition. Players from the county that are travelling to MTU Cork on Sunday 14th of April to play in the Munster rounds of the doubles and mixed championships.
UNIVERSITY Hospital Kerry; To mark the 40th anniversary of the hospital at Rathass, Tralee an invitation is extended to join them for special events throughout the day on Thursday, April 25 2024.
RUN SUNDAY MAY 5TH, Great Limerick Run is the biggest mass participation sporting event outside Dublin. https://greatlimerickrun.com/gallery/
ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY - Knock - June 1st: For more information and to see a list of buses going from around Ireland please visit www.AllIrelandRosaryRally.com
RHODODENDRON week, which falls between 8-14 April this year, is an annual event held at the National Botanic Gardens of Ireland, Kilmacurragh, Co. Wicklow. It is during this week that the OPW showcase the highlights of the collection and explore the stories behind them.
National Botanic Gardens, Kilmacurragh are managed by the Heritage Services of the Office of Public Works. The gardens are open daily from 9am to 5pm, access to the gardens is free. Free ‘Rhododendron Week’ guided tours will be held at 12 noon and 3pm.
WIND Energy Ireland estimates that 43 per cent of Ireland’s electricity last month came from wind.
MTU invites companies, start-ups, businesses, entrepreneurs, community groups and the general public to visit the campus from 8.30am to 11.00am to ‘Connect with MTU’ on Friday, April 26th 2024.
FUNDS: Kerry County Council recipients under Fáilte Ireland’s Regional Festival & Participative Events Programme 2024. Kerry Fleadh Cheoil 7th to 17th June approved for E1,579 and Listowel Storytelling Festival E1,692 and John Moriarty Moyvane Festival 21st to 23rd of June approved for E2,144. Many other festivals around the county also received approval for funds.
GRANT: €26,000 has been awarded for the production of special programmes on Radio Kerry.
The money will help Mairéad Ní Mhathúna make programmes for Radio Kerry — 20 episodes of Gaeilge Le Chéile 3 (€8,619); 10 episodes of Logainmneacha Chiarraí Volume 2 (€8,456); A Green and Gold Vintage Run (€4,722) and Shores of Strength: Women in Tralee Bay’s Oyster Harvest (€4,670).
PILGRIMAGE: Kerry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes (led by Bishop Ray) Aug. 29th-Sept. 3rd’24 from Kerry Airport to Lourdes, return. Cost €925. Booking 087-9318976
Lough Derg (2024 season) for information 071-9861518/info@loughderg.org
FULL moon on 24th; Land around here is the wettest ever’------------------
The 1921 drought stands out as the most severe and most widespread drought in Europe since the start of the 20th century. The precipitation deficit in all seasons was large, but in none of the seasons in 1920 and 1921 was the precipitation deficit the largest on record. The severity of the 1921 drought relates to the conservative nature of drought which amplifies the lack of precipitation in autumn and winter into the following spring and summer.
https://cp.copernicus.org/articles/17/2201/2021/
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Weather 1920; Carrick-on-Shannon, 12 January 1920 - The main roads on both the Leitrim and Roscommon sides of Carrick-on-Shannon are flooded today after fierce winds, accompanied by rain, hail, thunder and lightning, swelled the waters of the River Shannon to the point of bursting its banks. In Roscommon, some houses were knocked down by the force of the gale, and there are reports of cattle being killed by lightning.
In Tipperary and Limerick rivers also burst their banks, leaving low-lying areas completely submerged by water and roads in and out of certain localities impassable.
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GREENS: Vegetable growing in Ireland will be difficult, due to weather and the low return for work risk and involved. Fresh vegetables are available in the wild, only lookout for them and save on imports and reduce their C02 footprint; https://www.botanical-online.com/en/food/wild-vegetables
AGE Friendly Kerry; The overarching goal of Ireland’s Age Friendly Cities and Counties Programme is that every local authority area in Ireland will be a great place in which to grow old.
https://www.kerrycoco.ie/community/age-friendly-programme/
POOR CLARES CARLOW: invite women age 22 to 40 years for a cuppa and a chat to find out more about our life. This will take place on Saturday May 4th from 2.30pm-4.30pm. If interested contact poorclaresvoc@gmail.com before the event.
FEAST of St. Fáillbhle is celebrated on Tues. 16th April. According to tradition, when St. Patrick left Croagh Patrick in Mayo and came to the place now called Cill Fhobhair near Claregalway, he was so impressed by the devotion of Fáilbhle that he ordained him priest and bishop on the same day.
PAPERS: Irish People, The 1974-10-26 Irish People
1974-10-26 Irish People
Woman Starves Herself To Death
A waitress from Co. Limerick, who suffered from the starvation disease Anorexia Nervosa, and whose diet consisted of coffee and crackers, was only 4.5 stone in weight when she died, an inquest was told in Limerick yesterday.
The pathologist, Dr. J. W. Koten, Regional Hospital, told the jury that he carried out a post mortem and described the body as a Belsen or Auschwitz type.
The inquest on Miss Ann McSweeney of Carrigoreilly, Caherconlish, Co. Limerick, was told that efforts on the part of the dead woman's relatives to get her to eat or to get medical attention had failed. She was very upset since her mother's death and had not eaten properly.
The coroner, Mr. Tom Mitchell, was told that the woman died from pneumonia on August 21. Dr. Koten said that such instances of starvation were not rare by any means.
"We see a case in our (Regional) hospital every two or three months," he said. 'The starvation was caused by Anorexia Nervosa, a nervous condition which caused a loss of appetite which, when it lasted over three to five months, caused
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Forcible Feeding For Viewers
Single channel viewers may have missed a marvellous documentary style drama, "Shoulder To Shoulder" on B.B.C., which depicted the agony of forcible feeding on Suffragettes fighting for woman's votes in the 1900s.
Based on a real story, it showed how a sheltered Lady Lytton, sister of an Earl, joined less favoured
womenfolk on hunger strikes that led to forcible feeding on Suffragettes fighting for woman's votes in the 1900s.
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https://indianamemory.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/IP/id/6045
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A WEEKLY PAPER OF IRISH NEWS AND MISCELLANY, AND DEVOTED TO THE BUSINESS, SOCIAL, ATHLETIC AND POLITICAL DOINGS OF THE IRISH-AMERICAN POPULATION OF GREATER NEW YORK.
VOL XVI. WHOLE NO. 887 NEW YORK, SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 1911
New York NY Irish American Advocate 1911 - 0531.pdf
SHROVE TUESDAY IN KERRY. Attempted Marriage Under Police Protection
On Tuesday morning as early as six o'clock a number of persons, principally females, assembled outside the gate of the Listowel Parish Church, with the object of witnessing a marriage of a labouring man from Ballybunion road, to a fair enchantress whose affections he had captured for some time. But as in other cases, the state of true love did not run smoothly, for at the time appointed for the sacred ceremony, a third party arrived on the scene in the person of a very sturdy young damsel, who there and then claimed prior claim to the young man, while mostly at the same time a fourth party in the shape of a man arrived on the scene and threw himself at the feet of the intending bride, and with all the ardour of a lovelorn juvenile In his teens, besought her to be his. The marriage however, did not take place, though it was rumoured afterwards that the males in question entered Into negotiations with a view to coming to a satisfactory matrimonial arrangement with the fair dames—something in the shape of a matrimonial four-hand reel
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An extraordinary event happened in Ardfert some few nights ago, when William Cleary, a labourer and a man of powerful physique from Springfield Ballyheigue, ran amuck. He rushed from his home with nothing on him but his shirt and after running a distance of five or six miles arrived at the Ardfert police barracks. He smashed in the fanlight and strange to say, being the huge man he managed to squeeze his body half way through the aperture. All the time he kept shouting for the police to shoot him that the Devil was in him, and kept his tongue protruded, stating that It was the Devil's tall. After a desperate struggle the police managed to secure him. He only had one slight cut In the palm of his right hand, and considering the position he was in his escape was providential.
The following day he was committed to Killarney Lunatic Asylum.
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Kerry Football Team's Annual Ball at Manhattan Casino, 155th st. and 8th ave
Limerick Men's Association (W. 45th st., right resting on rear Kerry Men's Association)
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St Patrick’s Day Parade
LINE-UP OF THE VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS TAKING PART IN IT.
Over 50,000 Men Will Take Part in the Parade—300,000 Spectators Will Line 5th Ave. From 42d St. to 120th St. to Witness Grand Pagant. (See paper for much more)
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It all started with a childhood passion for family history. Our Founder and CEO Gilad Japhet developed an interest in genealogy at a young age, even impressing his middle-school teacher with an exemplary genealogy project at age 13 — and it was that passion that led him to start MyHeritage 20 years ago. In the two decades that followed, the company has transformed from a scrappy startup in a Bnei Atarot barn with chickens clucking in the yard to an international phenomenon with millions of users and 550+ employees spread across multiple continents.
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WORKOUTS
The overarching principle of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is that the harder you do an exercise, the more physiological benefits you accrue; thus, by incorporating intervals of higher intensity efforts in your workouts, you can get more fitness bang for your buck in less time.
When we think about HIIT, we tend to think about going absolutely nuts on a fan bike or doing all-out sprints.
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FEAST of St Brendan 16th of May:
Twenty years ago, a group of local people from Fenit under the direction of Father Gearóid Ó Donnchadha embarked on a journey to honour St Brendan in his native birthplace Fenit. Planning permission was obtained for a 12 foot statue designed by Glenflesk sculptor Tadhg O’Donoghue to be placed on the summit of Samphire Island at the entrance of Fenit harbour.
https://www.heritageweek.ie/event-listings/open-week-visit-st-brendan-heritage-park
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2024 April 10 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
FEAST DAY OF DIVINE MERCY 7TH APRIL in St. Mary’s Church, Listowel, from 3pm. to 4pm. It will include prayers, benediction and Confessions will begin at 2.30pm.
LOCAL: First Responders, due to the high level of interest, our local First Responders will have another Information/Demonstration evening at the Marian Hall Tues. 9th Apr. at 8pm. An opportunity not to be missed! Learn the basics on what to do in the case of an emergency! (No charge) Moyvane ICA would like to sincerely thank all who supported their recent Daffodils collection. Total raised for this very worthy cause was €1,650. This money will go to the Listowel branch of the Cancer Society. Míle Buíochas.
Care of the Aged Moyvane/Knockanure, a chiropodist will attend the Marian Hall Mon. Apr. 15th at 10.20 a.m. For appointment contact Noreen 068-49238.
Murhur N.S clothes collection will take place at Moyvane GAA grounds. Friday 12th April 6-8pm, Saturday 13th 12-4pm, Monday 15th April 6-8pm.
PARISH; Eucharistic Adoration: every Tues. after 10.00am Mass to 11.30am. Confessions: Before Mass or by arrangement. Baptisms: Saturday afternoons only from 12 noon to 4pm.
GAA Knockanure Lotto Results from Tuesday March 26th. Jackpot was €7,000. Numbers Drawn: 6, 9, 14, and 19. No winner but lucky dips went to: 1. Pauline Kelleghan, c/o Dick Whites Bar; 2. Alan O Connell, The Kingdom Bar; 3. Kathleen Flynn, Abbeyfeale; 4. Barney Buckley, Duagh, and 5. Tim McEnery, c/o Kevin’s Bar. Lotto Results from Tuesday April 2nd, Jackpot was €7,100. Numbers Drawn: 6, 7, 12, and 25. No winner but lucky dips went to: 1. Pat the Mann, c/o John Barry; 2. Timmy Whyte, Behans Listowel; 3. Teresa Collins, Lissaniska; 4. Pat O Connor, Keylod, and 5. Pat Guerin, c/o Kevin’s Bar. Our next draw will take place in the clubhouse on Tuesday April 9th, all are welcome. Jackpot will be €7,200.
GAA Moyvane: U13s had their challenge game against Athea recently; county league
Tarbert/Moyvave 1-06 and Na Fianna 0-09.
ST PIO Prayer Meeting at Castleisland on Tuesday, April 9th .
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY, APRIL 7: Devotions start at 2.30pm with Stations of the Cross. Confessions, Divine Mercy chaplet in the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale. Mass at 3pm.
DEATH of Imogen Stuart (née Werner) Imogen (late of Sandycove, Co. Dublin) March 24th 2024. mother of Aoibheann and Aisling, and the late Siobhan. Sadly missed by her children, niece Daniela, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, many friends, and fellow artists and craftspeople.
Knockanure Church of Corpus Christi Blessed 21 April 1964, contains a wood sculpture of the Madonna and Child by Imogen Stuart and the Stations of the Cross tapestries by Leslie MacWeeney (b. 1936) and the Last Supper panel by Oisín Kelly.
Biography by Dr. Peter Harbison, M.R.I.A. of Imogen Stuart is one of Ireland’s foremost sculptors. Her prodigious work in a variety of media has attracted international attention and critical acclaim over a career that spans the last seven decades. Her continuing work in wood, stone, bronze, steel, cement, plaster, terracotta and glass places whimsical inspirations of mythology, prophesy and dream on a shared foundation with Irish religious traditions and scriptural imagery.
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ANNIVERSARIES: Aidan Cummins, Margaret Devine, Sr. Philomena Griffin, Bridget Carmody, Sr. Gerard O Connor, Anthony Relihan, Mike Brosnan, Hannah Stack, Mary Sweeney, Betty Greaney, Bridget Kennelly, Nora Enright, Joseph O Connor, Michael Loughlin, Kathleen McGrath, Fr. Tom Hickey, Kathleen Woulfe, Mary O Shea, Christy O Connell, Joe Boland, William Hudson.
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.6th Apr.’24- Moyvane for Betty & Mike Greaney (2nd & 11th Aniv.’s) at 7.30pm; Sun.7th Apr.’24 Knockanure- for People of the Parish at 9.30am, and mass Moyvane for Tom Foley (1st Aniv.) at 11am; Tues.9th Apr.’24 Moyvane a Special Intention at 10am; Weds.10th Apr’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Thurs.11th Apr’24 Moyvane a Private Intention at 10am; Fri.12th Apr.’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Sat.13th Apr.’24 Moyvane for Tom & Carmel Hudson (1st Aniv.’s) at 7.30pm; Sun.14th Apr.’24 Knockanure for Florrie Mullin RIP Recently Deceased at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Mike Brosnan (1st Aniv.) at 11am.
MEDJUGORJE PRAYER GROUP will meet after 10:30am. Monday 8th April in the Listowel parish meeting. All welcome.
BIBLE: By popular demand, Pat Higgins and Sean O Mochain are continuing their ‘Journey through the Bible’ for the next six Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30pm in Athea Library. All are welcome, no experience necessary.
MASS AT BALLYDONOGHUE GAA CLUBROOMS: A Mass for deceased members of Ballydonoghue GAA Club will take place next Friday evening, April 12th at 8.00 p.m in the Ballydonoguhe GAA Clubrooms. Members of the 1959 North Kerry Championship team will be interviewed on the night.
NEW MOON on the 8th; Despite the gloomy weather forecast, all the Easter Weekend was suitable for outdoor activities.
CANCER: standalone Oncology Unit at University Hospital Kerry, the projected completion and handover date for the new unit is 2026.
PLAY “A Tomb with a View” written by Norman Robbins will be staged in Ballyhahill Hall on four nights in April – 6th, 12th and 13th. Contact 086-8458821 or 069 82106 (business hours).
KATIE GOING ON TOUR: Written by Therése Prendeville, granddaughter of the great MaryJo whose appearances on stage in Abbeyfeale back in the day are the stuff of legend “Katie” will be in St. John’s Listowel on Thursday, April 11.
ST JOHN’S: Comedy- Reggie For President, theatre on Sat. 13th; Youth Theatre- Chatroom , dramatic Comedy by Enda Walsh on 15th and 16th at 8pm, and on Wed. 17th Classical- Kammerphilharmonie Europa at 8pm, details from 068 22566.
RUN or Walk at Abbeyfeale Greenway on Sunday April 7th at 11am in aid of Limerick Mental Health Association.
Official Opening of ‘Fragments’ by Artist Siobhain Moriarty | Saturday 6th April at 2pm in Kerry WRITERS’ Museum in Listowel. Join us for the official opening of Artist Siobhain Moriarty's first solo exhibition, "Fragments, “on Saturday 6th April at 2pm.
KNOCK: National Apostolate of Eucharistic Adoration: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine Sunday 14th April. Details on coach leaving at 7.30am, contact Kathleen 087-7758503.
Synodality Explored
An International Conference at Knock Shrine on April 20th. Chief Speaker: Cardinal Mario Grech S.G. Synod of Bishops. Further details www.knockshrine.ie, Tel 094-93 88100/email communications@knockshrine.ie
YOUTH PILGRIMAGE TO TAIZÉ, - The diocese will be taking a group of young adults on this amazing pilgrimage from Sunday, June 23rd to Sunday June 30th 2024. Please contact Tomás Kenny for more information on 086-3683778 or email Tomás at tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie
FUNDRAISER FOR CAROL LISTON O'CONNOR AND FAMILY: Susan Browne Singers, Liam O'Connor Show. Devon Inn Friday, April 12. Doors open 8pm. Check availability with Devon Inn 069 84007 before travelling.
CONCERT: Gala Concert in celebration of the Dominican 800 takes place in Holy Cross
Dominican Church, Tralee on Sunday, April 14th, 7pm. Kerry Chamber Choir and
Orchestra with guest soloists under the direction of Aidan O' Carroll perform
Handel's: Ode for St. Cecilia's Day, Britten's Hymn to St. Cecilia and Handel's
Messiah (excerpts). Tickets available from Kerry School of Music or the
Dominican office or at the door on the night.
REPAIR CAFÉ: As repair cafés are volunteer led, we need your help to kickstart this initiative locally, so please email Andi at amothersoul@wlr.ie if you are interested in finding out more about how you can lend a hand, full support will be given. Find out more by visiting https://www.repaircafe.org/en/
AGM OF WEST LIMERICK 102FM: takes place on Tuesday, April 9 at 8pm in the Longcourt Hotel. We need young blood as well as older people with experience so please step forward and help keep this much needed service on air. Please attend and take up the positions that need to be filled.
MUSIC: Kerry Choral Union will host a Spring Concert at St Brendan’s Church, Tralee on Sunday, April 21 at 7.30pm.
FLEADH Cheoil Limerick will be held at Kilfinane on June Bank Holiday Weekend.
Fleadh by the Feale celebrates its 30th year in existence on the May Bank Holiday Weekend, with concert On Saturday 4th May Celtic Steps; The Show will be taking to the stage at Coláiste Íde agus Iosaif, while on Sunday 5th the internationally renowned Mulcahy Family will be playing at the Glórach Theatre.
CLOUNMACON Rambling house Friday 12th April at 8pm. Clounmacon Community Centre V31PF95
LARTIGUE Railway Opening again on May 1st
KWD Recycling and Kerry County Council have asked those intending to participate in the annual County Clean Up on Saturday not to hold any local clean-ups this weekend and to postpone any activity until next week. The period during which participating groups can collect litter has been extended by a week until Sunday 14 April.
KNOCK: National Apostolate of Eucharistic Adoration: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine Sat.&Sun. 13th&14th Apr.’24. Coach leaving Killarney 7.00am. Details on coach contact Breda 087-674 2306/Catherine 087-928 2421.
ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY - Knock - June 1st: The All Ireland Rosary Rally is back this year on Saturday, June 1st in Knock. The day begins with a Marian Conference at 9.30 am in St John's Centre. Speakers include: Fr Michael Donnelly, Sr Ana Margarita Lanzas SCTJM, and Fr Joseph Maria Deane CFR. Then there will be an opportunity to meet over 20 apostolates from around Ireland from 1130 am in St John's Centre. A well-renowned speaker from Miami called Mother Adela Galindo will deliver the keynote Rosary talk at 1 pm in the Basilica. Then there will be the Stations of the Cross outside at 2 pm, followed by the Rosary Procession. Bishop Phonsie Cullinan will be the Main Celebrant of the 3 pm Concelebrated Mass which will include Anointing of the Sick. Confessions are available throughout the day, and there will be rosary and scapular-making workshops in the marquee. For more information and to see a list of buses going from around Ireland please visit www.AllIrelandRosaryRally.com
ALONE the organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. Call 0801 222 024 or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more info.’
CANCER: Recovery Haven Kerry (Cancer Support House) are currently enrolling for an upcoming CUBS Programme, bereavement programme for children aged 8-12 years, who are dealing with the loss of a parent through cancer. Through play & art, children learn about grief responses and how to cope with their feelings. Free 8 wk programme, Tues. Apr. 9th 4.30pm-6pm. Book 066-7192122.
RALLY: Ireland International Rally of the Lakes will take place from May 3 to 5.
VIGIL FOR PALESTINE The weekly Listowel Vigil for Palestine takes place every Tuesday,6pm - 7pm in The Square, Listowel. All Welcome. For information email gerirochford@gmail.com
DESMOND Castle NCW: 15 March – 05 November 2024. Please note these dates may be subject to change. Please check with site in advance of any planned visit. Daily 10:00 – 18:00.
https://heritageireland.ie/visit/places-to-visit/desmond-castle-newcastlewest/
TOILETS: A campaign to respect Public Toilets is long overdue in this country.
BUILDING your own home, It can be more difficult to get a mortgage as so many things can go wrong.
SCHOOL: St Brendan’s in Killarney has students from 29 different nationalities.
MEALS Wasted amount to 1 billon each day in 2022, according to UN Environment Programme.
WARNING that tumble dryers are a fire risk, as people are using lower temperatures to reduce energy costs, and other issues also involved.
YOUTH: Dáil na nÓg is Ireland’s National Youth Parliament, where children and young people raise and debate issues of concern to them. For more information, visit www.comhairlenanog.ie
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SHOW in Tullamore Ireland's biggest one-day show held at the Butterfield Estate, Blueball, Tullamore, Co. Offaly, on the second Sunday in August.
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Kerryman Report Tue 22 Apr 2014 at 23:36
TG4 24 April @ 21:30; Kevin Magee investigates the problems in Ireland's inshore and offshore fishing industries post-Brexit. Travelling around Ireland's west coast he speaks to fisherpeople and those connected to the industry to find out what can be done to ensure the survival of the trade on this island nation.
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Moyvane Community Development Plan Launch
1st March 2024
Thank you to everyone who came to support the launch as we start on this exciting journey to address the needs, hopes, and dreams of our community for the future of Moyvane. The huge turnout from the people of the parish highlights the community’s commitment to the plan.
Thank you to Norma Foley – TD, Mayor of Kerry, Councillor Jim Finucane, and Mayor of Listowel, Councillor Jimmy Moloney for joining us and adding their support!
https://youtu.be/43SBQ1-WL1g?si=rNDT430187Cu9l_w
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KNOCKANURE is getting ready for major celebrations on Friday night as the village marks the 50th anniversary of the construction of its church - considered at the time one of the most architecturally innovative buildings in the country. Corpus Christi Church in Knockanure was designed by Michael Scott - the man behind Busáras and The Abbey Theatre - who is still revered as the most important Irish architect of the 20th Century.
Love them or loath them, each of his buildings were seen as major architectural works and Corpus Christi in Knockanure was no different attracting major interest nationally on its erection in 1964.
"I still remember it being built. I was a teenager at the time and there was great excitement in the parish throughout the construction. It is still regarded as one of the most important churches for that period in the entire country," sacristan and Parish Pastoral Council chairperson Margaret Carmody said.
https://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerry/50th-anniversary-of-church-in-knockanure/30210501.html
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Kerry Sentinel 1878-1916, Saturday, 02 July, 1892; Page: 3
MR. HAVILAND-BURKE IN KNOCKANURE. ENTHUSIASTIC RECEPTION.
On Thursday evening the Independent candidate for the representation of North Kerry, visited the village of Knockanure, and was the recipient of an enthusiastic reception from the villagers. Mr. Haviland-Burke was accompanied from Listowel by Messrs P. D. Griffin, T.C ; J. J. M'Elligott, solr; E. J. Keane, R. O Sullivan, B. M'Ginley, M. J. Potter, and D. Hannan, of the Listowel committee.
Mr. P. Kennelly, Knockanure was moved to the chair; and amongst those present were—Messrs. J. Kennelly, M. O'Connor, W. Murphy, J. Enright, M. Keane, P. Ahearn, J. Ahern, J. Stokes, J. Finucane, W. Stack, J. Murphy, J. Scanlon, M. Diggins, D. Dee, W. Griffin, J. Cronin, W. Moore, P. Goulding, P. Collins, etc, etc.
Messrs. Griffin and M'Elligott having briefly addressed the meeting, Mr. Burke delivered a forcible, argumentative, and eloquent speech, which was punctuated with cheers from the large and enthusiastic audience.
On leaving the village, the Independent candidate was enthusiastically cheered.
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Irish Examiner 1841-current, Saturday, 27 January, 1894; Page: 8
A KERRY Missionary. Among those selected by the Holy Father to go forth during the present year to preach the Gospel in foreign parts, is the Rev Thomas Griffin, a young Kerryman, who comes of a family which have given many faithful and zealous servants to the Church. Father Griffin, who is a son of Mr Jeremiah Griffin, formerly of Listowel, and late of Queenstown, was educated at the College of the Pious Society of Missions (to which Order he belongs) at Rome, where be was ordained last autumn, and had a most successful collegiate career, acquiring in addition to the indispensable classical and theological curriculum, a thorough knowledge of French, Italian, Spanish and Garman, which he speaks with fluency and ease. In addition to his linguistic accomplishments, he is also a skilful musician, The rev gentleman, whose family on the maternal side hail from Finuge, Listowel, sails from Genoa next week for Monte Video, South America, and will be absent from home five years. Lately while on a visit to his parents in London, he did duty at the Italian Church, Hatton Garden, to the congregation of which be endeared himself during his short stay amongst them by his humility and gentleness.
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We sold 105 Papers yesterday down in the LOOP. I had rested my GREEN
bag with the papers in it against the light pole and My Friend Terence came
up and told me that the BAG reminded him of the time back in Ireland. He
said that he had went to the PUCK FAIR at Killorglin all the way from
Moyvane a small place near KNOCKANURE. Well he said I met up with my
old Friend Kitty O'Connor (You should hear her sing "BIDDY DONAHUE")
She hails from Abbeyfeale, I cannot figure it out, Kitty must be a mind reader
because I said to her that day, 'KITTY I have a bag of kittens here and if you
can guess how many, I will give the both of them to you.' SHE DID.
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MEALS: A price-savvy Cork mum has shared how she cooks meals on a budget amidst the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
Anne Marie Dollard says she's saved thousands of euros on groceries since learning how to cook on a strict budget and to get the most out of each of her meals. From small things like changing her shopping habits to growing some of her own produce, Anne Marie has managed to feed herself and her loved ones from as little as 85c per portion.
Slowly building up a well-stocked pantry, investing in a larger freezer to get the most out of leftovers, avoiding big brands and scouring the reduced sections have been key steps in Anne Marie's money-saving journey. The 45-year-old also started growing veg in her back garden and while it takes a little bit more effort than a quick trip to Tesco, the extra time spent has paid off handsomely for her.
https://www.corkbeo.ie/news/local-news/clever-cork-mum-shares-how-28915466
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FARMERS: ICOS has identified the following five main priority areas for immediate action:
Suspension of on-farm inspections: ICOS has called for a one-month suspension of all Bord Bia and Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) on-farm inspections.
This recommendation aims to alleviate current stress and workload on farms and to ensure continued compliance with standards without additional pressure on farmers.
Rebate on feed: A government-matched rebate on feed, mirroring the support already provided by co-operatives, should be implemented, according to ICOS.
The organisation has said that this would ease the financial burden on farmers by reducing the cost of essential supplements needed to bridge the nutritional gap caused by currently inadequate grazing.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/icos-calls-for-farm-inspection-reprieve-and-rebate-on-feed/
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TRACTORS: A Ferguson-Brown with iron wheels from 1936 and a crab-steer are among the exhibits at the tractor museum dedicated to the life of Harry Ferguson, which was officially opened in Kilrush, Co. Clare, on March 18.
Located adjacent to the Museum of Irish Rural Life on the Cooraclare Road in Kilrush, the museum was created by Joe Whelan whose family have run a Massey Ferguson dealership for 57 years.
Both museums are open seven days a week, from 9:00a.m to 6:00p.m. Entry is free but donations are gratefully accepted.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/new-tractor-museum-offers-exciting-exhibits-in-clare/
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DIVINE MERCY: You probably already know about the devotion to Divine Mercy in the Catholic Church.
Divine Mercy images can be seen in churches around the world, the Chaplet of Divine Mercy is very popular, and Divine Mercy Sunday is an official feast day of the Church. The founder of the devotion, Saint Faustina Kowalska, is even honored as a saint.
But it wasn’t always this way. In fact, the whole devotion was suppressed for many years and almost lost for good. It only came back due to prayer, perseverance, and the hand of Divine Providence. This is the amazing story.
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FEAST of the Annunciation of the Lord is celebrated this year on Monday 8th April. The angel Gabriel tells Mary she is to be the mother of the Saviour.
POETRY: Wednesday 17th April at 7.30pm | The People’s Museum of Limerick
Presented in association with Poetry Ireland the annual memorial reading honouring the late Limerick poet Desmond O’Grady will take place on Wednesday 17th April at 7.30pm in The People’s Museum of Limerick with poets Arthur Broomfield, Niamh Twomey and Matthew Geden. Arthur Broomfield is also the judge of the Desmond O’Grady International Poetry Competition for this year and she will announce the winner of this year’s competition after the reading.
https://www.limerick.ie/discover/whats-on/reading-lectures/april-is-poetry-month-in-limerick-2024
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RAIN TAX in Canada: Public consultations on the rain tax are scheduled to run from March 18 until April 30, with the city organizing virtual meetings that residents can join online or by phone on April 8, 11, and 16 to provide further information and collect feedback. A survey is also available.
https://tnc.news/2024/04/02/toronto-rain-tax-majority-residents-oppose/
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80 YEARS: Mercier Press, the oldest independent publisher in Ireland, celebrates 80 years in business this year-----------
When he set up Mercier, Seán Feehan was a captain in the Irish Army, stationed at Collins Barracks in Cork. To call him the driving force behind the business would be something of an understatement. He was a man of unusual vision for his time, something which can be seen in an RTÉ archive clip from an interview he did with Breandán Ó hEithir for the television programme Féach in January, 1971.
https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41361340.html
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DISH Washing; If by-hand dishwashers switched from the running tap to the two-basin method, they could reduce associated greenhouse gas emissions by about two-thirds.
https://news.umich.edu/fighting-climate-change-at-the-sink-a-guide-to-greener-dishwashing/
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RAMBLING HOUSE; Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month. Clounmacon Rambling house Friday 12th of April.
PARISH: Trocaire boxes can be returned in the collection basket at the back of the Church.
Reminder all clocks go forward an hour this weekend.
Easter Greeting; Best Wishes for an enjoyable and Blessed break and Celebration of our Faith.
Easter Message: Christ is Risen and present to us all.…..May Easter Sunday morning remind us that Christ is risen, Christ is alive, and He is present in our lives through the Holy Spirit. The mystery of God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Creator and Lord of us all. This Holy Week we remember the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and we worship him as our Saviour and our Hope. Every Easter blessing on all the people of all our parishes, and on our loved ones wherever they are in the world this Easter. Every blessing too on all for whom this is their first Easter in Ireland.
Bishop Ray Browne.
CONGRATULATIONS to latest winner of "Split the Bucket Fundraiser " Maria O'Carroll who won 231 euro. The winning envelope was sold at Style Post Hair Salon Moyvane, thanks to the Parents Association for all the work.
CONGRATULATIONS to Trish Rogan from Lissaniska, Kilmorna who won the Knockanure GAA Jackpot €8,200 on Tuesday night March 26th: Winning numbers were 3, 9, 15 and 19. Also, a reminder that the Club Yearly Membership of €20 is now due.
GAA: Moyvane U13’s Green team took on Ballymac recently, they had a brilliant game. Moyvane 3-12- Ballymac 2-8.
DAWN mass will take place on Easter Sunday morning at 6am at Holy Cross Graveyard, Athea, weather permitting. The advice is to wrap up well, and bring a torch.
DEATH has taken place of Bridie Scanlon (née Sheehan), Ballygrennan, Listowel, on March 22nd, 2024. Wife of the late Pat and mother of the late Padraig. Bridie will be sadly missed by her sister Peggy, sisters-in-law Eileen and Joan, nephews, nieces, cousins, and extended family.
Requiem Mass for Bridie being celebrated at Listowel Church on Wednesday, followed by burial afterwards in St. John Paul II Cemetery, Ballybunion Road, Listowel.
ST PIO Prayer Meeting at Castleisland on April 9th 2024 – (Second Tuesday).
ANNIVERSARIES: Eileen Culhane, Tim O Brien, Maurice O Connell, Liam Dillon, Tom McCarthy, Eamonn, Breslin, Betty Lynch, Maurice Walsh, Marie O Connor, Sr. De Sales Horgan, Lena O Connor, Noreen Nolan, Ruby McMahon, Eileen Meehan, John Joe Wynne, Annie McMahon, Joan Guerin, Sr. Eileen Kiely, Mary O Sullivan, Josephine Cronin, Nora Fitzgerald, Tom Foley, Sr. Elena Goulding, Tom Sheehan,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.30th Mar.’24- Moyvane- Holy Saturday- Vigil Mass at 9pm; Sun.31st Mar.’24 Knockanure Easter Sunday the Resurrection of our Lord at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane at 11am; Tues.2nd Apr.’24 Moyvane a Private Intention at 10am; Weds.3rd Apr.’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Thurs.4th Apr.’24 Moyvane a Special Intention at 10am; Fri.5th Apr.’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Sat.6th Apr.’24 Moyvane for Betty & Mike Greaney (2nd & 11th Aniv.’s) at 7.30pm; Sun.7th Apr.’24 Knockanure for People of the Parish at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane Moyvane for Tom Foyley (Aniv.) at 11am.
FEAST DAY OF DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY 7TH APRIL in St. Mary’s Church, Listowel, from 3pm. to 4pm. It will include prayers, benediction and Confessions will begin at 2.30pm. All are most welcome.
THANKS: Knockanure Community text Alert, we very much appreciate the contributions we received amounting to €555.96 for our Annual collection at all Masses in the parish Knockanure and Moyvane last Sun. 23rd/24th Mar.’24. Thank you. John Stackpoole Chairperson, Margaret Carmody Secretary.
CLOTHES: Murhur N.S clothes collection will take place at Moyvane GAA grounds Friday 12th April 6-8pm, Saturday 13th 12-4pm, Monday 15th April 6-8pm.
KNOCK: National Apostolate of Eucharistic Adoration: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine Sat. & Sun. 13th & 14th Apr.’24. Coach leaving Killarney 7.00am. Details on coach contact Breda 087-674 2306/Catherine 087-928 2421.
ALONE - the organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. Call 0801 222024 please or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more info.
LISTEN IN TO RADIO MARIA IRELAND - this coming Thursday morning Deacon Thady O'Connor will be in conversation with Margaret Carmody chairperson of the Kerry Diocesan Eucharistic Committee.RMI is on Saorview 210 on your TV or on the App Breakfast Show at 8.30 am.
CREATIVE Workshops for Kids taking place in Kerry Writers’ Museum during Easter, from Tuesday 2nd April to Friday 5th April. Get ready for an “egg-citing” week filled with creativity and fun!
Join us every morning from 10 am to 12 noon for a variety of creative classes tailored for children aged 5 to 12. From arts and crafts to creative writing and storytelling, there will be something to ignite the imaginations of all the young creatives out there! Ticket Office on 068 22212.
FACTORY: Astellas Ireland Co., are to construct a €330 million facility at Kerry Technology Park.
Expect 600 construction jobs and 100 roles in engineering, science, and technology. Planned to be operational by 2028.
GLIN Castle job; Full & Part Time positions available. Email your C.V. & Cover Letter to marietherese@glin-castle.com
ITECH MEDIA THAT STREAMS OUR MASSES has some great news to share with you all.
They have developed a new app available on Firestick so viewing our webcam is available to more viewers. Just search for ITech Media on your Firestick.
SINGING CLUB will take place in The Ramble Inn, Church Street, Abbeyfeale on Friday, April 5 from 9pm. Everyone welcome.
BADMINTON Division 2 & 4 Kerry Mixed Championships in association with CPC.ie took place recently, this competition marked the end of the county championships in Kerry for the 2023/2024 season. Division 4, Winner – Eileen McCarthy (Moyvane) & Niall Hanlon (Moyvane), and Runner Up – Mary Mulcahy (Moyvane) & Kevin Thanasegaran (Tralee).
COFFEE MORNING; Fran Leahy originally from New St., Abbeyfeale and who has gone out to help in the schools that Fr. Tim Galvin set up, is returning again in May for a 6 month term. She will be covering all her expenses herself but her friends are planning to hold a coffee morning on Saturday, April 13 from 11am – 2pm in St. Ita’s Day Care Centre to raise funds for the running of the schools. Further information from Fran on 087 9473333.
CAROL LISTON O'CONNOR AND FAMILY Fundraiser: Susan Browne Singers, Liam O'Connor Show with Brian Kennedy at Devon Inn Friday, April 12. Doors open 8pm. Check availability with Devon Inn 069 84007 before travelling.
KATIE GOING ON TOUR: Written by Therése Prendeville, granddaughter of the great MaryJo whose appearances on stage in Abbeyfeale back in the day are the stuff of legend “Katie” will be in St. John’s Listowel on Thursday, April 11.
PLAY “A Tomb with a View” written by Norman Robbins will be staged in Ballyhahill Hall on four nights in April – 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th..
SOCIAL Welfare; Parents can receive up to €160 per child aged four to 11 and €285 per child from 11 to 22.
GRANTS: Outdoor recreation projects in Kerry will share €274,476 in funding for improving, development and advertising.
SPRING CLEAN: nationalspringclean.org - the online resource for An Taisce's National Spring Clean, Ireland's nationwide anti-litter campaign which takes place during the whole month of April.
ARTS Act Grants and Artist Bursaries for 2024,Kerry County Council have awarded about €56,000.
Art Exhibition ‘Fragments’ by Listowel Visual Artists’ Collective (LVAC) LVAC member Siobhain Moriarty at Kerry Writers’ Museum in Listowel on Saturday 6th April at 3pm, official opening of this exhibition.
LIMERICK Lifelong Learning Festival in its 14th year, with over 150 free events. Taking place from Monday, April 15th to Sunday, April 21st.
ALONE the organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. Call 0801 222 024 or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more info.’
MUSIC: Applications are open at St Patrick’s Pontifical University, Maynooth, for our Master’s in Liturgical Music and Diploma in Church Music. Visit sppu.ie/courses or call 01 708 4778 for more information.
COLOMBAN Fathers, Dalgan Park, Navan, Co. Meath, Tel. No. 046-9021525 We are looking for old Irish coins, which are still accepted by the Central Bank and used to finance projects in the mission field . While old Irish coin is our priority, we gladly accept any foreign coin, which we pass on to Aid to the Church in Need. I have dedicated the last 8 years to this work since I retired. I can be contacted on 089-4420452. Your help would mean a lot. Thank you. Des Ryan.
FEAST: Feast of St. Fionán Cam of Innisfallen on the Lower Lake in Killarney is celebrated on Sunday 7th April. He is counted with St. Laichtin and St. Senan as one of the “three great lights” or saints of Kerry.
MEMORIAL FUNDRAISER: Clounleharde Memorial Committee are holding a fundraising night of music with Athea CCE in Knockdown Arms V94FFV5, on Easter Sunday night March 31, commencing at 9.30pm.
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EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Pilgrimage to Knock Calling ALL ADORERS of the Blessed Sacrament in Limerick Diocese. The National Eucharistic Adoration Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday 14th April (weekend after Divine Mercy). Please ring this number 086-0401789 / 087-6497382 to enquire or book a seat. The full bus details are on www.eucharisticadoration.ie
LIMERICK Diocese; https://www.facebook.com/dioceseoflimerick/videos/289202794198583
NEW MOON on the 8th, the fodder situation is a great worry and also extra cost to farmers due to the wet weather, plans for emergency supplies, should be put in place. The tillage farmer is also in trouble.
OATS and Milk: Kerry Dairy Consumer Foods, a division of Kerry Group’s dairy business Kerry Dairy Ireland, has launched a “category first” oat and dairy blended range of products. The SMUG Dairy range, being described as “a disruptive new brand”, includes milk, cheese and butter which is made by combining “the goodness of dairy and plants”.“This unique combination of oat and dairy offers consumers the ‘best of both worlds’ without compromising on the rich, creamy taste of dairy”, the company said.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/kerry-dairy-launches-oat-and-dairy-blended-product-range/
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KNOCKANURE Church opening
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DIOCESAN YOUTH PILGRIMAGE TO TAIZÉ, FRANCE - Interested in coming to Taizé this June? The diocese will be taking a group of young adults on this amazing pilgrimage from Sunday, June 23rd to Sunday June 30th 2024. Please contact Tomás Kenny for more information on 086-3683778 or email Tomás at tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie
Diocese Youth Week 2024, from Sat 20th to Fri 26th April.
PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE – An invitation to join us on Pilgrimage to Medjugorje on June 26th. Flights ex Cork with Aer Lingus. Spiritual Directors Fr. Danny Broderick and Fr. Joe Begley. Come and experience the Peace and Joy of Medjugorje and be renewed in our faith in the presence of Our Blessed Mother. Both Pilgrimages on May 15th and September 11th are fully booked out. For further information contact Tom Dennehy on 087-6468658.
BARDIC FESTIVAL: BBF Writing Competition Results And the BBF 2024 (Adult) winners are…
The Jer Lynch Poetry Award; 1st Place: Nathanael O’Reilly – Pagan Battleground; 2nd Place: Kay Liston – Eat the Chocolate; 3rd Place: Susan Hitching – An Easter Squall; The Quiet Man Short Story Award; 1st Place: Helen Broderick – Chemistry; 2nd Place: Liz Ryan – Lime Jelly; 3rd Place: Anna Horgan – Opera in Verona. Dúais Pádraig Liath ó Conchubhair, An Céad Áit (Dán): Gerard Neville – Iarsma. An Dara Áit: Tony O’Shea – Samhradh M’Óige. An Triú Áit: Dáithí Ó Cíosáin – Lá Amháin agus Lá Eile. An Céad Áit (Gearrscéal): Dáithí De Buitiléir – Mo Chéad Ghrá, James Award: Mick Joyce – Corvus. All the First Place Winning Entries can now be read on https://ballydbardfest.com/
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SISTERS: Franciscan Sisters Philadelphia
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The Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia is a community of approximately 400 Catholic women religious who choose a Gospel way of life lived in community and uphold a long and honored tradition of loving God and being in relationships through loving service.
https://youtu.be/L3KztKiCEzg?si=UfUSWodBcLvDJfC4
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Since 1883, the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany have been committed to providing compassionate health care to all people, especially those who are poor and marginalized. This video is an overview of their journey, from managing their first hospital in Boston, to their ongoing international presence and enduring mission in healthcare today.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cb_oWDCATqY
https://archivesfsa.wixsite.com/archives/oralhistory
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Sister Anthony Eileen Reidy reached the fabulous age of 102 on Monday, July 25, 2022. She is the oldest member of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia congregation. Sister Anthony celebrated her birthday simply at Assisi House—the sisters’ retirement community in Aston, Pennsylvania—with balloons and a cake.
Born Margaret Reidy in County Limerick, Ireland, to Michael and Hanora Reidy, Sister Anthony Eileen entered the Sisters of St. Francis in 1939 and professed her first vows in 1945. In reflecting back on becoming a sister, Sister Anthony wrote for her 70th jubilee, “I am brought back to the day when Sister Pierre and Mother DePadua came to our area to speak to us about religious life. I attended the meeting and though I didn’t know the Sisters of St. Francis, I was very impressed by their kind, gentle approach and to hear them explain that they serve everybody—not just one group of people.” She decided to join the congregation and entered with other young women in Mallow. “We had lots of fun together even though we worked hard and learned much in how to become a Sister of St. Francis.”
In her ministry life, Sister Anthony served for 35 years in the Diocese of Trenton at St. Francis Hospital/Medical Centre. She recalls, “The memories of my days working in the hospital cafeterias come to mind. Many of the young nursing students would confide in me because I was as young as they were and they found a friend in me. In fact, some have remained friends for many of my 70 plus years.” Sister Anthony is friendly and caring and tends to look for the needs in others, so it’s not surprising that she was also able to make friends and gain trust in her other ministries as well, including serving at St. Agnes Hospital in Philadelphia; St. Patrick Hospital, Co. Cork, Ireland; and St. Mary’s Home in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
In 2010, Sr. Anthony moved to Assisi House, where she serves in prayer and hospitality ministry. In addition to daily prayer and her service projects, Sister Anthony enjoys watching movies and listening to music. When asked about what being a Sister of St. Francis has meant to her, she wrote, “I feel it is a spiritual community—stable and caring. After leaving my family in Ireland and coming to America, I was able to shape my life and live out my hopes and dreams while strengthening my prayer life. I thank God for his goodness to me in helping me find this wonderful congregation,” as he has continued to guide her for her 102 years of life.
https://osfphila.org/sister-anthony-reidy-turns-102/
The Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia is a community of approximately 320 Catholic women religious who choose a Gospel way of life lived in community and uphold a long and honored tradition of loving God and being in relationships through loving service. We choose to live the Gospel in the prophetic spirit of Francis of Assisi and our foundress Mother Francis Bachmann. With Jesus Christ as Brother, we live as sister with one another, with the entire human family, and with all creation. Calling ourselves and one another to continuous conversion of heart, we commit ourselves to a life of contemplation, poverty, and humility. Seeking to participate in the Spirit’s action in the world, we direct our personal and corporate resources to the promotion of justice, peace, and reconciliation. www.osfphila.org
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The Sisters of St. Francis were founded in 1855 in Philadelphia by Mother Mary Francis (Maria Anna Bachmann). From its beginnings, the congregation ministered to the varying needs of God’s people wherever those needs existed—in education, in healthcare, in ministering with the immigrant, the elderly, and the orphaned. Today—more than 160 years later—the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia continue to live out Mother Francis’ vision. The congregation’s 390 members minister in approximately 19 states as well as in Ireland and Africa.
Although changing circumstances in society and the Church lead them to find new ways of proclaiming the Good News of God’s faithful presence in the world, their mission has remained constant: to live the Gospel message in the unique spirit of St. Francis of Assisi, faithful to the vision of Mother Francis Bachmann. They live their commitment to “take the necessary risks to be a healing, compassionate presence in our violent world, especially with women, children, and those who have no voice.”
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KNOCKANURE Old Site over 20 years ago
http://www.geocities.ws/dalyskennelly_2000/index-2.html
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Search Old News; https://www.oldnews.com/en/search?qkeyword=knockanure
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MOYVANE: The Adventures of Sr M. Juliana Culhane in July 1922, Part 1
by Fiona Fullam SSL, coordinator
The scene - in St Louis Convent, Louisville, Monaghan. I was a boarder there from 1919 to 1922. I came with an inlaw of my Auntie’s, Maria Brosnan, a sister of Con Brosnan – the famous Kerry footballer.
https://sistersofstlouis.newsweaver.com/Newsletter/15ghyukym8ydxav81nwt7w
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2024 March 27 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
CONFIRMATION: was celebrated on Wednesday March 20th in Moyvane Church, Bishop Ray was the chief Celebrant. Thanks to the Teachers, Parents and all who worked on the preparation.
https://media.ascensionpress.com/2018/11/05/the-key-to-keeping-the-faith-after-confirmation/
FEET: Chiropodist will attend Marian Hall Monday 25th of March at 10.20 am, for appointment contact Noreen on 068 49238.
PARISH: Easter Greeting, Best Wishes for an enjoyable and Blessed break and Celebration of our Faith. Confessions at St. Mary’s Church Listowel on Mon. 25th Mar. 8pm. Carry a Cross for Holy Week: You are invited to take a little wooden cross from the back of the Church in Knockanure and let it represent for you anyone you wish to pray for, or worry you have, or burden you are carrying. Return this little cross to the foot of the Cross (at the left of the Altar) on Good Friday……..come sit and pray a while…. …… Stations of the Cross will be held at 7.30p.m. in Knockanure Church, so come and allow Jesus to take your worry upon himself. “Return to me with all your heart.” Joel 12:2
FINANCIAL Report for 2023. A copy of this audited report is available. Thank you for your support, noting especially the value of the Tax Rebate on charitable Donations. This year we also received €13,277 from the Insurance to compensate for loss during Covid.
CRISM Mass, Killarney, Mass of our Lord’s Supper (Chrism) will take place on Tuesday evening March 26th at 7.00pm. There will be refreshments after the Mass in St. Brendan’s College refectory. All welcome.
The Legion of Mary in the Diocese are having their annual Consecration to Our Blessed Lady on Sun. Mar. 24th 3 pm Prince of Peace Church Fossa. All welcome.
ANNIVERSARIES: Thomas O Connell, Con O Carroll, Mary Bridget Crean, Maureen O Connor, Kathleen O Sullivan, Billy Enright, Michael Donal O Sullivan, Sr. Eileen Kiely, Brendan Galvin, Jimmy Kirby, Michael Murphy, Fr. Mort Danaher, Tom Moore, Vincent Donegan, Con Colbert, Dympna Hobbs.
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.23rd Mar.’24- Moyvane for Michael “Mickey” Flaherty Sr. RIP. Recently Deceased, Keylod- Vigil Mass at 7.30pm; Sun.24th Mar.’24 Knockanure Palm Sunday for Tim & Hanna Leahy, son Michael, daughter Peggy Horan & husband Brendan, (Aniv.’s) Trien, Kilmorna at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Michael, Anne & Denis Hanrahan, Aniv.’s The Hill at 11am; Tues.26th Mar.’24- Moyvane a Private Intention at 10am; Weds.27th Mar.24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Thurs.28th Mar.24 Moyvane Holy Thursday- Exposition – Repose till 12 midnight; Fri.29th Mar.’24- Moyvane- Good Friday at 3pm, and Knockanure- Stations of the Cross at 7.30pm
Sat.30th Mar.’24-Moyvane- Holy Saturday Vigil Mass at 9pm; Sun.31st Mar.’24- Knockanure- Easter Sunday at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane at 11am. Eucharistic Adoration: every Tues. after 10.00am Mass to 11.30am in Moyvane Church.
DIVINE Mercy Novena: begins on Good Friday and continues until. Divine Mercy Sunday, 7 April 2024.
ST PIO Prayer Meeting at Castleisland on April 9th 2024 – (Second Tuesday).
LATIN Mass will be offered on Sunday, 31st March, at 12.00 noon at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Rathass, by Fr. Bernard Healy. More information from LatinMassTralee@gmail.com
LISTEN IN TO RADIO MARIA IRELAND on Thursday morning 28th Deacon Thady O'Connor will be in conversation with Margaret Carmody chairperson of the Kerry Diocesan Eucharistic Committee. RMI is on Saorview 210 on your TV or on the App Breakfast Show at 8.30 am.
TROCAIRE OFFERINGS: Reminder to return your Trocaire Offering to the Church during the Holy Week.
LGFA has announced that Kerry & West Limerick Credit Unions are sponsors of the Donal Curtin Cup.
33 clubs from across the county compete in over 200 games for the Donal Curtin Cup.
HOSPICE MEMORIAL GOOD FRIDAY WALK/RUN The Annual Good Friday Listowel Hospice Walk/Run will commence at 10am from St. Patrick’s Hall on 29th March and will go up along the Greenway. Registration takes place from 9.30am with distances of 3k, 5k or 10k to choose from. There will be refreshments in the hall afterwards so even if you don’t feel up to walking, do call in for a cuppa and a chat. Sponsorship cards are available from Committee Members and JK Sports. Contact Eileen 087 9865275 / Jenny 086 3934134 / Siobhán 087 6464799. Donations can also be made through the Listowel Hospice Instagram or Facebook page.
LITTER: The 12th County Clean-Up will take place on April 6th and a call will go out to individuals and communities across the county to get involved in the annual litter collection effort.
http://countycleanup.com/
VINTAGE RUN: Knockdown Vintage Club Annual Charity Vintage Run takes place on Sunday, March 24. This year the proceeds are in aid of two charities: Mid-Western Cancer Foundation UHL, and Parkinson’s Association of Ireland. (Mid-West Branch).
WALK: Joe Aherne, Athea, is walking 100 miles in the month of March raising funds for The Irish Heart Foundation at The Mater Hospital. Wishing to donate contact Joe on: 086 8155614.
RUN SUNDAY MAY 5TH, Great Limerick Run is the biggest mass participation sporting event outside Dublin. https://greatlimerickrun.com/gallery/
RALLY: Maurice Collins Memorial Rally on Easter Sunday 31st March, Tractor Run on Saturday and Car Run on Sunday Morning.
THE FUREY Brothers; Venue name: Tinteán Theatre, Ballybunion. Date: Friday 29 March 2024 (Doors open 19:00).
ST JOHNS: The Patrick Pearse Motel'. The play, first presented in Dublin in 1971, is now presented by The Lartigue Theatre Company. 2 Apr 2024 until — 7 Apr, Details from 068 22566.
KATIE GOING ON TOUR: Written by Therése Prendeville, granddaughter of the great Mary Jo will be in St. John’s on Thursday, April 11, the Schoolyard Theatre, Charleville on Saturday, April 20 and back in the Glórach, Abbeyfeale on Sunday, April 21.
SIAMSA: Tralee Musical Society comedy Sister Act which will be staged from April 9th to April 13th.
Tickets can be booked at the Siamsa Tíre box office on 066-7123055 or via the website: https://siamsatire.com/
CHARITY: Mark Fleming Memorial Charity, Cars and Coffee Meet: A cars and coffee meet will take place at the Ferry Car park, Tarbert on Sunday April 21st,ample parking for spectators, with Tarbert Power Station allowing the use of their car park. All proceeds of this event will be for the SADS department in The Mater Hospital.
RING of Kerry Cycle; Recovery Haven has been chosen as a Tier Two beneficiary of the charity cycle which takes place on July 5 and are now asking the public to sign up on their behalf.
WRITERS: Creative Writing and Storytelling with Sonia Elston & Godfrey Coppinger | Friday 5th April at 10am in Kerry Writers’ Museum in Listowel. Embark on a storytelling adventure with Sonia Elston and Godfrey Coppinger in Creative Writing & Storytelling! Let your imagination soar in this interactive session where you'll create and illustrate your own unique story with expert guidance.
This workshop, and all our Easter workshops are €20 per child. To book a place call Kerry Writers’ Museum Ticket Office on 068 22212.
PLAY “A Tomb with a View” written by Norman Robbins will be staged in Ballyhahill Hall on four nights in April – 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th..
ARTS: To find out about annual programme of opportunities and events, go to our dedicated website. Kerry Arts Office Arts Festivals & Events Calendar 2024.
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TARBERT ACTIVE RETIREMENT GROUP – (over 55’s) meet in Tarbert Bridewell every Friday between 10.30am and 12 Noon. We have different activities every week followed by refreshments. New Members are welcome.
SHANNONSIDE WOMEN’S GROUP – are meeting on Tuesday 26th March at 3pm in the Community Centre. New members welcome.
NEWCASTLEWEST REPAIR CAFE: Coming soon – a new free series of environmental talks and workshops in the Weigh House, Market Yard, Newcastle West. This series is open to attend to anyone in the community looking to learn about recycling, biodiversity, the natural world and more. Taking place on the last Wednesday of the month from March onwards, further information Andi at amothersoul@wlr.ie
CONGRATULATIONS to Eamonn Ó hÁrgáin from Lixnaw on being appointed to the board at TG4.He is President of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and he worked for 21 years with Foras na Gaeilge as a Director and Board Secretary.
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FLEADH BY THE FEALE: May Bank Holiday W/E. Tickets on sale for Celtic Steps The Show at Colaiste Ide agus Iosef on Saturday, May 4 and The Mulcahy Family in the Glórach Theatre on Sunday, May 5. Log onto https://linktr.ee/fleadhbythefeale to purchase tickets on Eventbrite.
MUSIC: Applications are open at St Patrick’s Pontifical University, Maynooth, for our Master’s in Liturgical Music and Diploma in Church Music. Visit sppu.ie/courses or call 01 708 4778 for more information.
Recovery Haven Kerry (Cancer Support House) will host a FREE Lymphoedema Awareness Talk with UHK Physiotherapists Mary Hickey & Keira O'Brien on Weds. 27th Mar. 7pm. Contact 066-7192122 or email: reception@recoveryhavekerry.com
RAMBLING HOUSE; Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month. Video link https://youtu.be/hgydA1_Dnn0 Filename St Patricks Day Ramblinghouse Listowel
WOKE: Noelle Mering Commentaries- March 22, 2024
A recent study by Finnish researchers confirms what perhaps seems a bit obvious: The woke movement is making people miserable. More disturbingly, the embrace of woke ideology correlates not only with unhappiness, but also with higher levels of mental instability, such as anxiety and depression. While this study is rife for political snark, it should instead be met with concern. As I have argued elsewhere, woke ideology is fueled by breaking people, and this is more evidence of its effectiveness to that end.
Abigail Shrier’s insightful new book, Bad Therapy, underscores one area of the breakdown: the broad expansion of therapeutic approaches on adolescents coupled with the contraction of parental authority. As I see it, this trend manifests in two concerning ways. Firstly, therapy is increasingly imposed unnecessarily in school settings, with a blanket presumption of mental fragility that may or may not exist. This approach risks inducing in students the very instability it claims to seek to cure. Secondly, when therapy is genuinely warranted outside of school settings, it is often so captured by woke ideology that it can exacerbate, rather than resolve, the underlying issues.
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PAPERS: https://fultonhistory.com/Fulton.html
18 Jan 1936
New York NY Irish American Advocate 1935-1936 - 0488.pdf
but surviving bullocks of the old "Irish Long Horn" breed, the property of Ed Dwyer, Barnagree
House, Roscrea, were sold at the Christmas fat stock show in Dublin Wednesday, and realized a record price. The animals, which weighed a ton each, were the heaviest beasts on exhibition for a number of years
At St. Austin's Church, Grassendale, Liverpool, by Rev. Wm. Shanahan, Xaverian College, Brighton, Edmund Shanahan, Tullig, Lixnaw, Co. Kerry, was married to Renee, daughter of the late W. Jones and Mrs Jones, Stella Maris, Waterville, Co. Kerry,
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Old King Frost had the country around Mountcollins at his mercy during the past week and has rendered traveling on the roads a very hazardous business. Local blacksmiths are kept busy preparing animals in order that they may have a grip on the icy surface.
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The death has taken place of Thos. Cloney, harbour master, Tarbert Island, Co. Kerry. His family has been associated with the harbour at the Island for many years.
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The people of West Kerry are experiencing the coldest weather on record for the past week, but conditions are softening owing to rainfall. The people witnessed the unusual spectacle of seeing Dingle Harbour frozen, especially from the Wood Cottages to Bumham and right across the harbour to Reenbeg Peninsula. It was interesting to see flocks of sea birds resting on the ice. Fishermen state
that it Is over 30 years since the harbour was last frozen.
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Farmers representing Kilocrim, Enniscore, Gortnaminch, Finuge and Gortscossane districts of North Kerry attended a meeting at the Temperance Hall, Listowel, Monday, in connection with the proposed new national school area embracing these districts.' Very Rev. P. J. Canon Fitzgerald, P. P., Listowel, presided.
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The Minister for Education has again refused to sanction the allocation of scholarships made by the Kerry Co. Council, and has asked the Council to allocate the scholarships according to the terms of the scheme.
At a special meeting of the Kerry Co. Board, D. J. Bailey presiding, a resolution of sympathy was unanimously tendered to the relatives of the late J. McDonnell, Ballyduff. Mr. McDonnell was a member of the hurling team which won all-Ireland honors for Kerry in 1891.
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The following were the prices paid for farm produce at the weekly market held in Tralee: Potatoes, 4s. per half-quarter (10 stone); hay, 40s. to 60s. per ton; straw, 30s. to 40s. per ton; turnips and mangolds, 9d. to Is. per cwt.; oats, 8tfd. per stone; barley, lOHd. per stone; turkeys, Is. Id. to Is. 3d. per lb.; butter, lOd. per lb.; eggs, 15s. per 120.
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As expected, the Guards returned to Foynes Barracks last week-end, after an absence of about six years. Sergeant McGilllcuddy, Guards Whelan and Hannan have arrived from Shanagolden to take up duty here.
A large funeral procession accompanied the remains of the late Timothy D. O'Connell of Caherlane to the Abbeyfeale Parish Church Friday. Deceased belonged to an old and highly respected West Limerick family and had attained the fine old age of 86.
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At a special meeting of the Knocknagoshel Coursing Club J. O'Donnell, presiding, a vote of sympathy was unanimously tendered to the brothers, sisters and relatives of the late Nurse Margaret Walsh.
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2024; Mark Fleming Memorial Charity, Cars and Coffee Meet: A cars and coffee meet will take place at the Ferry Car park, Tarbert on Sunday April 21st. EVERYONE is welcome to the event and there will be ample parking for spectators, with Tarbert Power Station allowing the use of their car park. All proceeds of this event will be for the SADS department in The Mater Hospital.
PAINTING: Glin Church: On Monday 11th March painting began at Glin church. For the next number of weeks Wednesday and Friday Masses will be said in Cloverfield Day Care Centre at 10am for the duration of the painting. Reconciliation for Easter will take place in Ballyhahill church this coming Wednesday 13th, at 7.30pm. All welcome. (No Reconciliation in Glin church due to church being painted).
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2024 March 20 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
CONFIRMATION: Wednesday March 20th @11.30am. Please keep those receiving the Sacrament in your prayers. Bishop Ray will be the chief Celebrant.
The ICA will sell daffodils after all masses in Moyvane and Knockanure on 16th & 17th Mar. All proceeds will go to the Listowel Branch of the Irish Cancer Society.
DEFIBRILLATOR: Our local First Responders will give a talk and demonstration on how to use a defibrillator. This will be held at the Marian Hall at 7:30pm on Tuesday 19th of March. There is no charge on the night but donations will be gratefully accepted. This is a great opportunity for everyone to gain as much information as possible on the use of a defibrillator!
THANKS: Knockanure Development Association would like to acknowledge the Financial Assistance received from Kerry County Council under Community Support Fund 2023.
FEET: Chiropodist will attend Marian Hall Monday 25th of March at 10.20 am, for appointment contact Noreen on 068 49238.
REPORT of Parish Gathering of March 5th; Please find a copy inside the door of the Church. Many thanks for it to Brenda Clancy, Joan Flynn and Shane Hanrahan.
DRAW; Split the Bucket, being held by the Knockanure Parents Association is being postponed to 27th of March, due to confirmation.
DEATH of Philomena King (née O'Keeffe) (Minna, Inverin, Co. Galway and formerly of Duagh, Kilmorna, 9th March, 2024. Predeceased by her parents Margaret & Cornelius, brothers & sisters. Survived by her husband Peter, daughters Margaret Hannan (Galway), Mary Murphy (Boston) & Helen Waldron (Boston), son Patrick (New York), grandchildren Brendan, Laura, Blake, Shane, Hannah, Seán & Conor, great-grandchildren Thomas & Robert, sister Peg Mulvihill, (New York) sons-in-law John Hannan, Martin Murphy & Brian Waldron, daughter-in-law Mairead, sister-in-law Pauline O’Keeffe (England), nieces, and nephews. Requiem Mass for Philomena was celebrated in Minna Church on Tuesday, 12th March. Burial afterwards in Réalt na Mara Cemetery, Furbo.
ANNIVERSARIES: Dan Liston, Billy Looney, Robert Nolan, Aileen Kennelly, Brendan Leahy, Tom Moore, Nellie Carbury, Jo Timoney, Ellen O Keeffe, Betty Murphy, Margaret O Connor, Eddie Kennelly. MASS INTENTIONS:
Sat.16th Mar.’24- Moyvane for Sr. Augustine O’Connor RIP late of Inchamore, died recently in Sacramento at 7.30pm; Sun.17th Mar.’24- Knockanure St. Patrick’s Day Kitty & Mossie Flaherty (Aniv.) at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for John & Mary Stack (Aniv.’s) Aughrim at 11am; Tues.19th Mar.’24 Moyvane a Private Intention at 10am; Weds.20th Mar.24 Knockanure, a Private Intention at 10am, and Moyvane Confirmation 11.30am; Thurs.21st Mar.24 Moyvane Private Intention at 10am;
Fri.22nd Mar.’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am
Sat.23rd Mar.’24 Moyvane for Michael “Mickey” Flaherty Sr. RIP. Recently Deceased, Keylod at 7.30pm; Sun.24th Mar.’24- Knockanure for Tim & Hanna Leahy, son Michael, daughter Peggy Horan & husband Brendan (Aniv.’s) Trien, Kilmorna at 9.30am, and mass Moyvane for Michael, Anne & Denis Hanrahan, (Aniv.’s) The Hill at 11am
FULL Moon on the 25th March. Land is now very wet, we did not get the floods predicted, but the constant drizzle, with a few short breaks of dry weather, has livestock owners worried.
SCOR: County Scór na bPáistí finals which will be held in the Tínteáin Theatre, Ballybunion on 23rd March.
BADMINTON: The Division 1,3 & 5 Mixed Doubles Championship 2024,held recently the second last county championship of the season took place in Tralee Sports and Leisure Centre in association with CPC.ie. The winners of this competition go forward to represent Kerry in the Munster Mixed Finals in April. Division 3: Winners: Alvin Fahad Rahman (Killarney) & Jessica O’Loughlin (Kingdom). Runners Up: Arthur Chute (Listowel) & Carmel Hudson (Moyvane). Congratulations to Moyvane who went to the final of the grade D&E Shield competition, but were beaten by team from Centenary in Cork
SWIM IN GREEN: Fundraiser in aid of Ballybunion Sea and Cliff Rescue on Monday, March 18 with the Ballybunion Dippers swimming group.
‘TURNING MAMMY’: Athea Drama Group’s offering for 2024 is ‘Turning Mammy’ by John McDwyer - it will be on stage in the hall in Athea on Saturday, March 16, 17, 18, 21, 23 and 24. Book 087 6926746.
GLORACH Abbeyfeale; Abbeyside Players, bring a new comedy to the venue, God rest his Soul. Written by Waterford man John Hank Regan. The play opened on Wednesday, March 13th, with further dates on the 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd and 24th. Curtains up at 8 pm, and booking at 0871383940.
ST JOHN’S: Transition Year students from Presentation Secondary School will be staging their production of Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible' on Wednesday, March 20 and Thursday March 21 at 7pm. Fri 22nd at 7pm, Concert with Kerry School of Music and on Sat 23rd- Comedy with Colm O Regan, Climate Warrior, details from 068 22566.
EASTER CAMP: Children aged 5-12. Tuesday –Friday, April 2-5 from 10-12 noon. Book on 068 22212. €20 per child. Kerry Writers Museum, Listowel.
‘WHY I HAVEN’T MET OPRAH YET? :Dee Keogh brings her acclaimed one woman show to Kerry Writers’ Museum on Wednesday March 20th before it premiers in New York. Doors open at 7.30 pm, performance at 7.45 pm. Tickets €10, available from the museum box office on 068 22212.
TRANSITION YEAR STUDENTS FROM ST. JOSEPH’S SECONDARY SCHOOL are performing their Variety Show ‘Spotlight’ in the Tintean Theatre on Tuesday 19th March at 7.30 p.m. Tickets are Adults 15 Euro children are 12 Euro. Tickets are available from the school or on the door on the night.
BALLYDONOGHUE BARDIC FESTIVAL: 21st to 24th March. THURSDAY, March 21st Mass at 7.30 p.m. for the families of the parish and beyond that have lost loved ones on our roads. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Ray Browne. Followed by readings by Local authors in Tomaisins. Official launch is Friday night at 8 p.m. in Tomasin function rooms. Mc is Joe McGill. Don Stiffe will be in concert. Tickets 15 Euro. Sunday morning caint and comhra with Matt Mooney.
LISTOWEL Writers' Week
Ireland’s oldest literacy festival in Listowel, Co. Kerry. Celebrating our 53rd festival in 2024.
https://www.facebook.com/writersweek
POPE new book; Pope Francis’ autobiographical book entitled "Life. My Story in History," written with Vatican journalist Fabio Marchese Ragona, set to be released on March 19 by HarperCollins.: The book spans over 300 pages and covers all aspects of Pope Francis's life, from his relationship with his family, especially with his grandparents, their emigration to Argentina in 1929, a "little derailment" during his seminary period, and World War II with its dramatic atomic epilogue.
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast/the-young-vatican/2018/10/synod-youth-2018-stay-tuned.html
WOMEN: In February 2023, research revealed the obstacles faced by female non-fiction writers, who are less likely to receive media coverage and recognition for their work than their male counterparts, with a significant pay disadvantage. Out of the top 500 bestselling non-fiction books in 2022, only 30% were written by women. Prompted by these findings, the Women's Prize Trust has launched an all-new prize for narrative non-fiction, which is open to all female writers who are published in the UK and write in English. https://www.findmypast.co.uk/blog/community/womens-prize-non-fiction-partnership
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CPR AED- Training for Teens has been arranged for the following dates: Thursday 28th March;
Thursday 4th April; Thursday 11th April; Thursday 18th April, time 18.00 – 21.30 each night.
Venue: Con Colbert Memorial Hall, please contact Helen Brosnan on 087 6103840.
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CHARITY: Mark Fleming Memorial Charity, Cars and Coffee Meet: A cars and coffee meet will take place at the Ferry Car park, Tarbert on Sunday April 21st,ample parking for spectators, with Tarbert Power Station allowing the use of their car park. All proceeds of this event will be for the SADS department in The Mater Hospital.
DAFFODIL DAY: Friday, March 22.
RAMBLING house will be held at Ballyhahill Hall on Wednesday March 20, at 8.00pm. All musicians, singers, storytellers, dancers welcome. Listowel Rambling House will take place on Thursday March 28th at 8 pm, at Kerry Writers’ Museum, Listowel.
VINTAGE RUN: Knockdown Vintage Club Annual Charity Vintage Run takes place on Sunday, March 24. This year the proceeds are in aid of two charities: Mid-Western Cancer Foundation UHL, and Parkinson’s Association of Ireland. (Mid-West Branch).
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, - Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website radiomaria.ie Each day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church.
SPRING BREAK. Sunday 28th April, - Thursday 2nd May. We will start off our holiday with breakfast in Tuam, Galway then onto Knock, Co. Mayo where we will have a break. Our last break will be in Sligo before arriving at The Great Northern 4 * Hotel, you can relax, go for a walk around the hotel or avail of complimentary use of the Leisure Centre before we have dinner, four course with an excellent choice of menu. After dinner we will go to the Atlantic Ballroom in our hotel where you can enjoy dancing or relaxing listening to the great music being played. After a full Irish Breakfast we will board Fitzpatick's bus traveling to a different place and doing something different each day. We will be picking up passengers, Listowel the Square, Abbeyfeale bus stop opposite the Church, NCW bus stop opposite Longcourt Hse Hotel, Rathkeale House Hotel, Adare Heritage Centre and the South Court Hotel Limerick. For more information and booking contact Maureen 087 9845102.
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BIKE Maintenance : https://murfelectricbikes.com/pages/a-guide-to-bike-maintenance-and-upkeep
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CONSECRATION: The Legion of Mary Annual Consecration to Our Blessed Lady on Sunday 24 March at 3 pm, in the Prince of Peace Church in Fossa. All are welcome.
ABROAD for St Patrick’s Day: Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Finucane, was accompanied by Head of Finance, Angela McAllen, and Director of Corporate Services, Christy O’Connor, they are to meet with representatives of IDA North America and Tourism Ireland-North America and attend a reception hosted by the Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee TD. On Friday, Cllr Finucane will visit and lay a wreath at the 9/11 Memorial in New York and meet with the Kerry Association. Many other activities are also planned.
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WALK: Joe Aherne, Athea, is walking 100 miles in the month of March raising funds for The Irish Heart Foundation at The Mater Hospital. Wishing to donate contact Joe on: 086 8155614.
RUN SUNDAY MAY 5TH, Great Limerick Run is the biggest mass participation sporting event outside Dublin. https://greatlimerickrun.com/gallery/
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SPRING CLEAN: nationalspringclean.org - the online resource for An Taisce's National Spring Clean, Ireland's nationwide anti-litter campaign which takes place during the whole month of April.
In 2023 , 5,640 groups registered to carry out clean-ups throughout the country - Volunteers who participated in the Spring Clean 2022 collected an estimated 2,600 tonnes of litter.
https://nationalspringclean.org/
The 12th County Clean-Up will take place on April 6th and a call will go out to individuals and communities across the county to get involved in the annual litter collection effort.
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LARTIGUE: We are delighted to be opening for the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend. The Lartigue Monorail & Museum will open from Saturday March 30th through to Monday April 1st.
The Summer Season will recommence on Monday May 1st.
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PLANS: New Fortress Energy - Shannon LNG is to lodge a planning application with An Bord Pleanála, for the development of a power plant and battery storage system on the Tarbert Ballylongford landbank.
PERMITS: Data provided by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE) shows that 252 work permits were issued for the sector in January, while 590 were granted in February.
Agriculture, forestry and fishing accounted for around 12% of the 6,874 permits issued during the period. The sector had the third highest number of work permits, after health and social work (2,520) and information and communication activities (1,104).
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WIN: welcome the Senior Boys Gaelic Football All Ireland Champions received on their return to the Comp. Tarbert Comprehensive School GAA win. https://fb.watch/qOL_mqJxgR/
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PUBLIC AA MEETING: of the Green Lane Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, on Good Friday, March 29th at 8.30pm, in Prehab No 1, Presentation Convent, Green Lane, Castle Street. Refreshments will be provided afterwards. All are welcome.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMMAGE TO FATIMA: 4 *Hotel/Half Board. Guided Tour led by Fr. Noel Spring from 10th to 15th May. Contact Maureen Harty 0667131328/Travelnet: 0214851700.
DIOCESAN YOUTH PILGRIMAGE TO TAIZÉ, FRANCE: Interested in coming to Taizé this June? The diocese will be taking a group of young adults on this amazing pilgrimage from Sunday, June 23rd to Sunday June 30th 2024. Please contact Tomás Kenny for more information on 086 368 3778 or email Tomás at tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie
ANNUAL ST PIO AND ST PHILOMENA PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni and Mugnano will take place from 15th –19th July led by Michael O’Connor and Spiritual Director, Fr Sean Jones. For further information and booking please contact Michael 087 2677656 or JWT 01 2410800. The First Class relic of St. Pio is available from Michael or anyone who would like a blessing. Many Healings, Miracles and graces have taken place through the intercession of St. Pio
RECITAL St. Charles Touring Choir, Illinois, USA, this choir will sing a variety of uplifting choral music under the direction of Mrs. Monica Bertrand and Mr. Michael Molloy in the Cathedral on Wed 27th of March at 5pm .The concert is free and open to the public.
40 HOUR FOR VOCATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD: in St. Brigid’s Chapel, Church of the Resurrection Killarney: Thursday 5th May beginning at 5 p. m. Finishing with Holy Mass on Saturday 23rd May. 0876884124.
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CCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE CLG SEEKING MARRIAGE PREPARATION FACILITATORS
If you have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team in supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage Accord wants to hear from you! Successful applicants will receive professional training and will be part of a team delivering marriage preparation programmes locally.
Contact Aisling on 01 505 3112 or by email to marriagepreparation@accord.ie
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ARTS: To find out about annual programme of opportunities and events, go to our dedicated website. Kerry Arts Office Arts Festivals & Events Calendar 2024.
Website (https://kerrycoco.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b3755ab5575cb711eac9566f8&id=8a33496580&e=57e387efec)
Old Knockanure Church
The old cloisters at Knockanure Church were built in 1649. The chief man at the building of it was Father Moriarty of Castleisland.
There were five friars in it for years, the head brother was Brother James Keane.
There are two beautiful violin players buried in the old Abbey. They were drowned in the Gale on Saturday 11th June 1752. The place where they were drowned is called the Fiddlers' Hole at a place called Tubber. The friars lived about three quarters of a mile west of the Church at a place called Carrueragh. Father Mortimer OConner is also buried in this Church. He was born in the field that the church is built on. He died in Arda in 1781. The meaning of Knockanure is the hill of the Yew-Tree. Knockanure chapel was built in Father Sheehy's time in 1865. The youngest Friar in Ireland at that time was Friar Toban
https://www.duchas.ie/en/cbes/4613713/4611471/4651758
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GOLDEN JUBILEE celebration of Knockanure Church was held on Friday 25th April 2014. Preparations for the event were being made over the past weeks. Many helpers were involved, the sacristan Margaret Carmody was chief organiser. Bishop Browne concelebrated the mass assisted by Fr Lucid , Fr McMahon, Fr O Callaghan, Canon Fleming, Fr Tarrant, also attending on the night was Fr Moore, Canon O Connor and seminarian Sean Jones. The choir and school children put on a fine performance in singing hymns. A yew tree was planted and plaque erected to mark the occasion. The evening was wet and blustery curtailing some activities, most retired to the Community Centre for refreshments and were entertained by Gerard and Christy.
It was remarked that all who worked on the construction of the church are decease bar one.
https://moyvane.com/knockanure-notes-27th-april-2014/
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KNOCKANURE: The name of this Parish is pronounced in Irish, Cnoc an Iubhair, 'the Hill of the Yew'.
... On the hill of Knockanure, which is situated three Irish miles to the East of Listowel, is a Church in ruins which is comparatively modern, with a burying ground attached to it, which is without wall or fence, but is much frequented. There is a patron held at Knockanure Cross on the 15th of August, where it is said there is a holy well called Tobar Righ an Domhnaigh
https://www.logainm.ie/en/1110
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St Patricks Day Limerick
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FLOWERS: Blooms are a booming business, and the global cut flowers industry is worth up to $55 billion USD a year, according to Rabobank. In the US alone, Mother’s Day accounts for 26 percent of all holiday purchases of cut and potted flowers, on par with Christmas and Hanukkah and exceeded only by Valentine’s Day.
But behind the beautiful bouquets can be significant environmental and human costs. Here’s how the flower industry is impacting the planet — and what you should ask before you gift again.
Imported cut flowers are often flown thousands of miles in refrigerated airplane holds
The country that is the world’s largest consumer of cut flowers is the US, with a majority of imported flowers from Colombia and Ecuador. In Europe, most imported flowers sold there are from equatorial East Africa.
The single largest producer of cut flowers in the world is Colombia, which exported an estimated 660 million stems in 2020.
https://ideas.ted.com/the-environmental-impact-of-cut-flowers-not-so-rosy/
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HUGH O’Neill; Ivan Little- Sun 10 Mar 2024 at 21:00
Archaeologists from Queen’s University are to carry out a survey of what is believed to be an ancient fort in Co Londonderry.
The remains of the man-made island dwelling, known as a crannog, emerged after a swamp in Maghadone, near Moneymore, dried out following a drought.
This fort may have been used by Hugh O’Neill, the last of the O’Neill chieftains, as a hiding place before the Flight of the Earls more than 400 years ago.
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NITRATES: The Teagasc director said that if there was a further decrease to the nitrates derogation farm profitability would “be reduced by up to 29% (€700/ha) on the most severely affected farms (Band 3)”.
“Over 2,000 farmers were affected by the cut to 220kg of organic N per hectare, but further reductions would affect even more farmers, and the impact would progressively increase as the level of stocking rate cut increases,” Prof. O’Mara detailed.
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IFA protested at a recent full meeting of Kerry County Council, asking the Council to write to the President of the European Commission; the Taoiseach; and Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue, to highlight the level of red tape the agriculture sector faces.
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HEALTH: Incidence of clinical lymphoedema in patients attending the UHL service, at 1.5 per cent, is drastically lower than international figures which come on at between 21 and 30 per cent internationally. Of 294 breast patients seen in the first 19 months of the project, 43 showed early signs of lymphoedema. Of these, 30 resolved with treatment with 13 continuing to undergo treatment to reverse or reduce the swelling.
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RECOVERY HAVEN KERRY will host a free Lymphoedema Awareness Talk with UHK Physiotherapists Mary Hickey & Keira O’Brien on Wed. 27th May – 7.00pm. For more info or to book your place, call 0667192122 or reception@recoveryhavenkerry.com
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KERRY COLLEGE LISTOWEL: The following evening courses in Listowel will be held every Monday and Tuesday from 6.30pm to 9.30pm and they are: Animal Grooming / Care Skills Drawing (Art, Craft & Design) / Digital Marketing Digital Photography / Payroll / Person Centred Focus on Disability / Train the Trainer. You may sign up for any of the above courses through the following FETCH website link: https://www.fetchcourses.ie/
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FEAST of St. Joseph , husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary is celebrated on Tuesday 19th March. It is also the feast of St. Laichtin of Bealach Gabhra, Co. Cork, patron of Ballylongford parish. Feast of St. Enda of Cill Eanna, Co. Louth is celebrated on Thursday 21st March. Like St. Kevin of Glendalough, he wished for solitude to devote himself to God and so travelled to the Aran Islands off the Galway coast
RAILWAY: The four larger stations survived for freight and occasional passenger trains until Abbeyfeale, Newcastle West and Rathkeale closed in 1975 with Listowel following suit in 1977.
The Great Southern Trail group has been commemorating this February weekend every decade since 2003. In that year there were multiple events throughout West Limerick.
“In 2013, a walk westward from Abbeyfeale was prevented from crossing the Kerry border. Ten years on, it is great to see that Listowel and Kilmorna have now joined the Greenway,” said Liam O’Mahony, Chairman of the trail group.
“Let us not wait another ten years to extend from Listowel to Tralee. In Limerick we hope the reopening of the Foynes to Limerick service will also facilitate a parallel Greenway linking Limerick City to Adare, Askeaton, Foynes, West Limerick and North Kerry.”
https://www.limerickpost.ie/2023/01/23/remembering-limericks-railway-link-to-listowel/
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OURDOORS: We’re big proponents of getting outdoors here at AoM.
Spending regular time in nature comes with a whole host of benefits. It reduces stress, fights depression, improves focus, and can even speed up recovery from injuries and illness.
Spending time outdoors is also just good for a man’s soul. The wild can induce awe and wonder, which keeps us humble and grounded.
So, how much time in nature do you need to get these benefits?
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NEWCASTLEWEST REPAIR CAFE: Coming soon – a new free series of environmental talks and workshops in the Weigh House, Market Yard, Newcastle West. This series is open to attend to anyone in the community looking to learn about recycling, biodiversity, the natural world and more. Taking place on the last Wednesday of the month from March onwards, further information Andi at amothersoul@wlr.ie
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WASTE: launch of Ireland's first ever National Waste Management Plan for a Circular Economy took place at the Gardens International in Limerick City. This first of its kind plan, adopted by local government, aims to stop waste growth over the next six years, preventing over a quarter of a million tonnes of waste. It provides a roadmap to a more circular economy, including increased waste prevention, more recycling, and improved reuse and repair practices.
The plan also recommends additional State investment of €40 million to achieve the desired outcomes.
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FASHION: By 2050 the fashion industry will use a quarter of the global carbon budget, the use of materials and water will become increasingly problematic, 22 million tonnes of microplastics will be dumped into the ocean, and carbon emissions will rise from 2% of the global industry to 26%
https://bcome.biz/blog/sustainable-fashion-where-we-are-today-and-why-matters/
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THE KERBY A. MILLER COLLECTION
Daniel Shehan, Voyage Journal, Limerick to Montreal, 1 June 1841
Description
This manuscript includes the first pages which are missing from the other version of Shehan's voyage journal (although it does not contain the concluding pages). Below I have transcribed only those first pages missing from the other copy-- which has already been transcribed. The pages which are duplicated in both copies do not differ materially from one another. [Shehan writes to his parents and family of his safe arrival in Canada and describes his passage with Margaret from Limerick city via Scattery harbour, mentioning the death of a child on board their ship and birth of a baby.]
Irish Emigrant Letters and Memoirs from North America
https://imirce.universityofgalway.ie/p/ms?pageTitle=Home+-+University+of+Galway+Digital+Collections
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WALK: The Shannon Way.
There is a way marked walk from Knockanore to Ballylongford that needs a little maintenance and publicity. Not many people are aware of it. I did see someone walking their dog. Maps and information sign boards would go a long way in creating awareness of this walk that has wonderful views from the top of Cnoc an Oir. You have a 360 degrees view of the Shannon and Cashen Estuary, Loop Head, Mount Brandon and the Reeks. The walk goes through Lowland raised bogs, country Boreens and quiet back roads.
I would love to see this being developed (Geoff Hunt 2019)
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Film maker may have Moyvane connection.
A short film about obsessive-compulsive disorder from the point of view of a young woman.
The director, Amber Clarke-McGrath, won the 'highly commended' prize for this film at the Cinemagic Young Filmmaker 2022 competition.
https://youtu.be/wwTLcIZSGj4?si=fshpLkqpmTKgg4qP
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Newsletter Insert for 3rd Sunday of Lent
Trócaire’s Country of Focus for Lent 2024
Malawi is one of the twenty poorest countries in the world and experiences considerable water
stress. ‘Water stress’ means that Malawi is particularly vulnerable to drought and extreme
weather events, which are increasing in frequency and intensity due to climate crisis. Over one
third of Malawi’s population does not have access to clean water. Rural communities in Malawi
face significant challenges in accessing clean and reliable water sources.
What is Water Justice?
In a just world everyone would have access to sufficient supplies of safe and affordable water;
however, for many people around the world, this does not happen. This is an injustice.
Obstacles that block access to safe water are the root cause of this injustice. These obstacles
arise from issues such as drought, flooding, restricted access to safe water sources, pollution or
a lack of control over local water sources. Other issues can increase people’s vulnerability to
water injustice, such as climate change, migration, conflict and population growth. Ongoing
water injustice will result in increasing numbers of people being pushed into poverty, as it
affects health, sanitation, livelihoods, education and more.
Adapted from Trócaire Lenten Resource 2024
https://www.dioceseofkerry.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Newsletter-Resources-Lent-2024.pdf
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2024 March 13 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
CLOTHES: Knockanure National School is running a clothes bank collection on the 14th of March, clothes can be dropped to the school any day between 9.10 and 3 pm up to the 14th of March
ST PIO Prayer Meeting with Fr. Mossy Brick, at Castleisland Church Tuesday, March 12 at 7.30pm.
ICA will sell daffodils before bingo on Thursday 14th March and also after all masses in Moyvane and Knockanure on 16th and 17th March. All proceeds will go to the Listowel Branch of the Irish Cancer Society.
COLLECTION for Emigrant Services at Masses weekend 16th & 17th March.
CONFIRMATION: Wednesday March 20th @11.30am. Please keep those receiving the Sacrament in your prayers. Bishop Ray will be the chief Celebrant.
PARISH: Eucharistic Adoration: every Tues. in Moyvane after 10.00am Mass to 11.30am. Confessions: Before Mass or by arrangement. Baptisms: Saturday afternoons only from 12 noon to 4pm. Easter Ceremonies 2024, Palm Sunday: Blessing of Palms at Vigil Mass & 9.30am Knockanure.
Holy Thursday: Moyvane 8pm, Exposition – Repose till 12 Midnight. Good Friday (Moyvane): 3pm and Knockanure: Stations of the Cross 7.30pm; Easter Vigil (Moyvane) 9pm; Easter Sunday 9.30am (Knockanure) and 11am (Moyvane), St. Patrick’s Day, this year the readings are of Sunday, according to Church Law. Following on from the Moyvane and Knockanure Parish Gathering held on Tuesday 5th March 2024 those nominated to organise were happy with the attendance and wish to thanks all those that attended. There was an open and frank discussion and a readiness to engage from those present. A full report will be sent to the Diocesan Offices and synopsis published in next week’s Mass Newsletter.
BLOOD DONATION CLINIC: Will take place at the Listowel Arms Hotel on Monday 11th & Tuesday 12th March 2024 4.50 pm – 8.10 pm. Please Phone 1800 222 111 for appointment. New Donors welcome.
DEATH of Florence (Florrie) Mullin (née Walsh), Woodgrove, Moyvane, on March 4th, 2024. Predeceased by her parents Molly and Patrick Walsh, her brothers Jack and Eddie Walsh. Florrie is survived by her husband Gerry, daughters Kerry, Fiona and Tina, sons-in-law Johnny, Andrew and John, grandchildren Sean, Tadhg, Niall, Arya, Shéa, Jack, Brody and Scott, sister Joan, brothers Benny and Tommy, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, and nieces. Funeral mass was celebrated at the Church of The Assumption, Moyvane, on Friday morning, followed by burial afterwards in Ahavoher Cemetery, Moyvane.
DEATH of Michael (Mike) Kennelly, Rathea, Listowel, and New York on March 3rd, 2024. He was son of Tim Kennelly Gortacloghane (1887-1966) and Maggie Stack. Brother of the late Mary, Peg, Kitty, Breda, Denis and Sheila. Mike is survived by his wife Pat, son Michael, daughters Teresa and Margaret, grandchildren Bobby and Emma, brother Bill, sisters Noreen, Joan and Teresa, daughter-in-law Jennifer, son-in-law Terry, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, and nieces. Requiem Mass for Mike was celebrated at Church of Our Lady of The Assumption, Rathea, followed by burial afterwards in Kilshenane Cemetery, Tralee Road, Listowel on Wednesday.
ANNIVERSARIES: Mickey Meehan, Tommy Moran, Paula Kavanagh, Patsy Hayes, Josie Keane, Bernie O Connor, Phil Dore, Jeremiah McCarthy, Kathleen Fitzgerald, Sr. Perpetua O Keeffe, John Molyneaux, Geraldine Dowling,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.9th Mar.’24- Moyvane for Patrick Hayes (4th Aniv.) Clounbrane at 7.30pm; Sun.10th Mar.’24- Knockanure for Hannah Keane (4th Aniv.) at 9.30am, and mass Moyvane for Carol Ann Flahavan (Aniv.) at 11am; Tues.12th Mar.’24- Moyvane a Private Intention at 10am; Weds.13th Mar.24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Thurs.14th Mar.24- Moyvane a Private Intention at 10am, and Mass for Teddy Keane RIP (at the request of GAA) at 7pm; Fri.15th Mar.’24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10am; Sat.16th Mar.’24- Moyvane for Sr. Augustine O’Connor RIP late of Inchamore, died recently in Sacramento at 7.30pm; Sun.17th Mar.’24 – Knockanure, St. Patrick’s Day
Kitty & Mossie Flaherty (Aniv.) at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for John & Mary Stack (Aniv.’s) Aughrim at 11am.
PARISH Gathering; in his Pastoral Letter, “Moving Forward in Hope”, Bishop Ray invites all parishioners to participate in a consultation process to shape the future of pastoral areas and parishes. A consultation gathering will be held in our parish of Moyvane/Knockanure on Tuesday 5th March 2024 at 7.30pm in the Marian Hall, Moyvane. As preparation for the gathering, you are invited to reflect on the following three questions: 1. Without the presence of a priest to lead and coordinate, what aspects of parish life could we, the laity, take responsibility for and organise ourselves? 2. Where do we see scope for cooperation with neighbouring parishes in our pastoral area? 3. Given what Bishop Ray has said about reducing numbers and increasing age, what do we want to say to priests?. There was a good discussion in the Marian hall Moyvane last week, many ideas were floated, mass by live link, with local input, mass being celebrated in the parishes in rotation, Deacons and speedier training for priesthood for older members of the community. Pastoral Council to relieve work of the priest. Leave priest who are able continue in parishes, without age limit.
GAA Knockanure: Apologies for the lack of results posted here over the past fortnight but we were locked out of our page due to technical issues. Results are always posted weekly in local shops and pubs. Please see below for results from the 20th, 27th February and, March 5th. Lotto Results from Tuesday February 20th, Jackpot was €6,500. Numbers Drawn: 6, 2, 5,and 10. No winner but lucky dips went to: 1. Marie and Nicola Kennelly, Knockanure; 2. Tom Madden, Abbeyfeale; 3. Timmy Keane, Moyvane; 4. Lily Moore, Tralee, and 5. Tracy Moore, Tralee. Lotto Results from Tuesday February 27th, Jackpot was €6,600. Numbers Drawn: 6, 13, 17, and 21. No winner but lucky dips went to:
1. Kathleen Carmody, Moyvane; 2. Jen, Angela and Eddie Kelly, c/o Goulds Shop; 3. Brendan O Carroll, Moyvane; 4. Bridget O Flaherty, Knocknasna, and 5. Tom Fitzgerald, Kilmeaney. Lotto Results from March 5th, Jackpot was €6,700. Numbers Drawn: 4, 5, 7, and 14. No winner but lucky dips went to: 1. Liam Kearney, Moyvane South; 2. Noreen and Kyle Foran, Listowel; 3. Moss Dowling, c/o O Briens Bar; 4. Eamonn O Connor, Kilcolman, and 5. Laura, Mairead and Rose Sheehy. Thank you all for your continued support! Our next draw will take place in the clubhouse on Tuesday night, March 12th, all are welcome! Jackpot will be €6,800.
CONGRATULATIONS to Johnny Cronin dance teacher and his pupil Holly Fealey a native of Brosna, she performed a solo dance on, An Ríl Deal, on TG4 recently.
LGFA Moyvane will host a Spring Academy for all U8s school girls in the Community Hall on Saturdays, March 16th, 23rd, 30th and April 7th, at 11am.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY in Abbeyfeale: Celebrating 30 years of Fleadh by the Feale ‘‘Fleadh le cheile, Manaistir Na Feile’’. Prizes for: Best Window, Best Float, Most Festive Lady, Best Dressed Family, Best Blinged Bike, Best Blinged Buggy. Details contact Kathleen 087 6253154.
‘TURNING MAMMY’: Athea Drama Group’s offering for 2024 is ‘Turning Mammy’ by John McDwyer - it will be on stage in the hall in Athea on Saturday, March 16, 17, 18, 21,23 and 24. Book 087 6926746.
GLÓRACH, Abbeyfeale; ‘God rest his soul’ a comedy by John Hank Regan and performed by the Abbeyside Players from Wednesday, March 13. Book on 087 1383940.
DEVELOPMENT Plan for Moyvane, which was launched recently, details and pictures at https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/moyvanedevelopmentassociation
ST JOHN’S: Sunday 10th at 5pm, Concert with Christine Tobin, A Thousand Kisses Deep; March 12th 14th, and 15th at 6pm Children- Chitty Chitty Bang Bang; Tuesday 12th at 8pm Cinema Club; and on 20th and 21st at 7pm, Presentation Convent School Theatre- The Crucible, details from 068 22566.
VINTAGE RUN: Knockdown Vintage Club Annual Charity Vintage Run takes place on Sunday, March 24. This year the proceeds are in aid of two charities: Mid-Western Cancer Foundation UHL, and Parkinson’s Association of Ireland. (Mid-West Branch).
SCOR: County Scór na bPáistí finals which will be held in the Tínteáin Theatre, Ballybunion on 23rd March.
MUSIC: Ceoltóirí na Ríochta: Practice for their trip to New York for St. Patrick’s Day, their performance can be seen in the Presentation Secondary School, Listowel on Sunday, 10th March at 6pm. A great evening’s entertainment is guaranteed, everyone is welcome.
AWARDS: THE County Final of the Kerry County Council Annual Student Enterprise Awards is being held on Friday March 15th at The Business & IT Building, MTU, Dromtacker, Tralee. National Finals will be held in Mullingar on Thursday, May 9, 2024.
EDUCATION: Kerry Education and Training Board recently launched their Youth Work Plan 2023-2027 and the Local Creative Youth Partnership Strategic Plan.
COLLEGE LISTOWEL: The following evening courses in Listowel will be held every Monday and Tuesday from 6.30pm to 9.30pm and they are: Animal Grooming / Care Skills Drawing (Art, Craft & Design) / Digital Marketing Digital Photography / Payroll / Person Centred Focus on Disability / Train the Trainer. You may sign up for any of the above courses through the following FETCH website link: https://www.fetchcourses.ie/
COMEDY PLAY: Ray O'Sullivan presents Stones, a Comedy Play, on Thursday 14th of March at INEC club play starts @8pm. Tickets (064) 667 1555.
SHANNONSIDE WOMEN’S GROUP Tarbert – are meeting on next Tuesday 12th March at 3pm in the Community Centre. New members welcome.
TARBERT ACTIVE RETIREMENT GROUP – (over 55’s) meet in Tarbert Bridewell every Friday between 10.30am and 12 Noon. We have different activities every week followed by refreshments.
SWIM with the Ballybunion Dippers on Ladies Beach on Monday 18th march at 12 noon. Proceed to Ballybunion Sea Rescue.
VISIT: Ukrainian Ambassador to Ireland, will visit MTU Kerry campus in Tralee on Thursday 14 March. To visit 40 Ukrainian students studying there.
CONGRATULATIONS to Mike the Pies who have won Hot Press “Special Commendation Award 2024” at the Hot Press/ IMRO Venue awards in Dublin recetly.
WALKS: on Tuesday March 12th at 7pm in the Desmond Complex, Newcastle West meet the Limerick Rural Recreation Officer. For more information contact Caitriona Scully by email cscully@wlr.ie or phone 069 662 98. The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, recently announced National Walks Scheme with 62 new trails in 17 counties.
ROME: St Mary’s Listowel parish pilgrimage Assisi, San Giovanni & Rome, 18th–25th Oct.’24, direct flight ex Cork. Led by: Canon Declan O’Connor. Bus pick up from Listowel Church. For details contact: Barters Travelnet 92 St Patrick's St, Centre, Cork, T12 DP84 Tel.: (021) 485 1700 Email: info@travelnet.ie
DANCE in the afternoon at Lisselton on 24th of March from 3pm to 5.30pm.
BARDIC Festival at Ballydonoghue from 21st to 24th of March, details from 087 625 7705.
SIAMSA Tire, have Pat Shortt and Faye Shortt on Sat 16th of March, contact 066 712 3055.
TAIZE: Diocesan Youth Pilgrimage to Taizé, France, interested in coming to Taizé this June? The diocese will be taking a group of young adults on this amazing pilgrimage from Sun. 23rd June-Sun. 30th June’24. Please contact Tomás Kenny 086-3683778 or email Tomás at tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie.
FATIMA: Led by Fr. Noel Spring – Travel Date: 10th – 15th May 2024. 4 Star Hotel Fatima Group Leader Maureen Harty: 066-7131328 Should anybody be interested contact directly at Barters Travelnet, Cork. 021 4851700 or email Karen kcallaghan@travelnet.ie
MARRIAGE: Worldwide marriage encounter weekend will be held in the Focolare Centre Prosperous, Co. Kildare, Friday 26th Apr.-28th Apr.’24. Register online www.marriageencounter.ie.
AIRPORT: A total of 419,281 passengers went through Kerry Airport in 2023.
WRITERS Museum in Listowel: ‘In Focus’ Photography Exhibition by students of Kerry College | Thursday 14th March at 7pm .
ESB: Bill Cullen, a dairy farmer from Galbally, Co. Limerick, said: “The average farmer is a jack of all trades. “We do a bit of plumbing, a bit of piping, a bit of construction. Sometimes, we take on work that we are not qualified to do.” Unless you are a certified electrician, that work includes anything to do with electricity. To make maintenance safer, ESB Networks has identified seven electrical safety risks on farms, and tips for how to avoid them.
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MILK: Domestic milk intake in January was down by over 22% when compared with the same month in the previous year, the Central Statistics Office (CSO) said.
Data published today (Wednesday, March 6) shows that milk processors and co-ops took in an estimated at 140.1 million litres in January 2024.
This is a decrease of 40.4 million litres (-22.4%) on the January 2023 figure and down 43.2 million litres (-23.6%) when compared with same month in 2022.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/cso-domestic-milk-intake-back-over-22-in-january/
SURVIVED Titanic: Miss Ellen Mary Toomey was born in Kilcornan, Co Limerick, Ireland on 2 February 1862.1 She was the daughter of John Toomey (b. circa 1839) and Mary Brandon (b. circa 1835), both farmers. Her known siblings were: Mary Ann (b. 1859, later Mrs Patrick Joseph Kelly), Catherine (1860-1937, later Mrs Michael Delaney), Bridget (1869-1922, later Mrs William Hanney), and Patrick (b. 1870)(2). When Ellen first left Ireland to settle in the USA is not clear but contemporary news reports suggest that she had been living in Indianapolis, Indiana for many years. On the 1910 census she is living at 1218 North Pennsylvania Street in Indianapolis and was described as an unmarried Irish maid servant to a surgeon, Orange G. Pfaff and his family. She had been joined in Indianapolis by two sisters, Catherine Delaney and Bridget Hanney who in 1912 lived at 434 West Morris Street and 911 Bates Street, respectively.
https://www.encyclopedia-titanica.org/titanic-survivor/ellen-mary-toomey.html
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TITANIC: Editor's Note: This article originally appeared in the April/May 2012 issue of Irish America magazine, marking the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic.
The scope of the tragedy was grand not only in its raw numbers but in naming among its victims are members of some of the world’s most famous families, including the Guggenheims and the Astors. Yet, there was a human scale – acts of individual heroism, gallantry and compassion, and fragments of the story of the young Irish in steerage that showed courage and generosity, luck and life-saving wit.
https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/the-irish-who-lived-and-died-on-the-titanic
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DEATH Limerick of Limerick people on Titanic; O’Loughlin, Dr William Francis Norman – Tralee, Co Kerry; Colbert, Patrick – Kilconlea, Abeyfeale, Co Limerick, Dooley, Patrick – Patrickswell. Co Limerick, Foley, Joseph – Mountplummer, Broadford, Co Limerick ; Godfrey, Johanna “Hannah” – Pallasgreen, Co Limerick; Lane, Patrick – Limerick City, Co Limerick; Moran, Daniel James – Askeaton, Co Limerick; O’Brien, Thomas - Pallasgreen, Co Limerick; Ryan, Patrick – Askeaton, Co Limerick; Scanlan, James – Rathkeale, Co Limerick;
https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/irish-lost-their-lives-titanic-remembered
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At least 79 of the 1,517 passengers and crew who died when RMS Titanic sank were born in Ireland. Built in Belfast, the Irish connections of the White Star liner were many and varied.
https://turtlebunbury.com/document/ireland-titanic/
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SIXTIETH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/CHP19460503.2.8?items_per_page=10&page=26&query=born+county+kerry&snippet=true
Press, Volume LXXXII, Issue 24865, 3 May 1946, Page 2
MR AND MRS J. DWYER Mr and Mrs John Dwyer, 555 Manchester street, will celebrate the sixtieth anniversary of their marriage tomorrow. Mr and Mrs Dwyer are well known in Christchurch, as Well as in many other parts of the Dominion where Mr Dwyer was stationed during his 43 years’ service in the Police Force. Mr Dwyer was for nine years Superintendent of Police in the Canterbury district. He retired from the service in 1922, on which occasion he was accorded a public farewell. Mr Dwyer, who was born in Listowel, County Kerry, Ireland, came to New Zealand in 1878 on the sailing ship City of Auckland, which was wrecked, on the Otaki coast. Many and varied are the experiences which Mr Dwyer can recall. For his rescue work during the Cumberland street fire in Dunedin in 1882, he was presented by the City Council with a silver medal for valour. He also holds the Australasian Royal Humane Society’s award for bravery, which was presented to him in 1893 for his attempt, in very dangerous circumstances, to rescue a man from drowning in Oamaru harbour.
When the then. Prince of Wales visited Christchurch in 1920, Mr Dwyer was probably one of the happiest men in the city, for in recognition of the excellent work of the police in Christchurch, the Prince presented him with a gold tie pin.
Mr Dwyer has been associated with many cases which have made police history in New Zealand, and wherever he has been stationed he and Mrs Dwyer have won the respect and affection of those among whom they have lived. Mrs Dwyer, Who was born in Australia, came to New Zealand at the age of seven years. Mr and Mrs Dwyer were married in St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Dunedin, by the Rev, Father P. Lynch. They have one son, Mr Philip Dwyer, of Gisborne, and three, surviving daughters, Mesdames N. Lyttelton (Auckland), David Lusk (Fendalton) and F. B. Freed (Wellington). There are three grandchildren.
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WEDDING: Which Irish wedding traditions today match those of our ancestors?
Many of the customs and superstitions associated with the ritual of an Irish marriage have been modified over the years. Our grandparents’ weddings looked very different from their grandparents' weddings, and so on back in time.
Some of Ireland's oldest wedding traditions, such as Strawboys gatecrashing the wedding party for entertainment, are still alive and well at rural Irish weddings today. Whereas others are relatively new. Did you know that “Something old, something new…” was introduced by the Victorians?
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PHONE LOST: We spoke to Steve Wilson, a Senior Director at security experts Norton, for some advice about what to do if you lose your phone. Norton develops a range of software for protecting user security and privacy, including Norton 360 Deluxe.
“Our smartphones and computers are more than just devices—they are often lifelines to our personal and professional lives, holding everything from sensitive emails to personal pictures,” says Wilson. “The moment you realise your phone, tablet or computer is missing can be stressful, but it’s crucial to take immediate action to protect your digital identity.”
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HISTORY: The Historical Setting of Dún Lughaidh
St. Louis Secondary School Dundalk is of comparatively recent origin but Castletown, the area in which it is located, has a long history of human settlement. In these pages we will outline some of the interesting events that have taken place in the immediate area of Dún Lughaidh over the centuries.
https://stlouisdundalk.ie/old-castletown-dundalk/
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FOOD: 8. Microwaving zaps all the nutrients.
Microwave ovens are often blamed for destroying the nutrients in food or, even worse, blasting what we eat with radiation. While it’s true that microwaving can change the nutritional composition of food, it doesn’t do it any more than other cooking methods like sautéing, roasting, or pressure cooking. According to Geiger, how much depends on exactly what food and what nutrients you’re looking at. For instance, thanks to its relatively quick cooking time and lack of water, microwaving leads to less loss of vitamins A and C and less degradation of B1 and B6, a study in Frontiers in Nutrition found. And in case you were worried that the radiation from the microwave could pose a health risk, you can rest easy: There’s just no reliable link there. So if microwaving is a convenient way to get yourself to eat more nutrient-dense food on a consistent basis, then go ahead and nuke it up, Geiger says.
https://www.self.com/story/healthy-cooking-myths
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How Dolly was cloned
The practice isn't allowed in Europe ― in 2015, the European Parliament voted to ban the cloning of all farm animals.
But that doesn't mean lab experiments aren't being facilitated on EU grounds, said Lovell-Badge.
"The field where the cloning procedures are actively being pursued (including in Germany) is for agricultural animals as a way to help generate or propagate pigs or cattle with valuable genetic characteristics," he told DW.
For example, he said, cells from an animal could be edited by scientists. Then the cloning methods could be used to derive animals carrying the new genetic trait, such as disease resistance, or to make them more suitable as organ donors for humans.
https://www.dw.com/en/25-years-of-dolly-whats-become-of-the-worlds-first-cloned-sheep/a-60864024
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HEDGEROWS Ireland, An Taisce and the Environmental Pillar have called on Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue to take decisive action to reduce fireblight risk, including halting the importation of hawthorn plants.
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POPE’S catechesis on Wednesday focused on the vice of pride, which the Holy Father argued was the “great queen” of all the vices.
“Those who give in to this vice are far from God, and the correction of this evil requires time and effort, more than any other battle to which the Christian is called.”
Pope Francis related the vice of pride to that of vainglory, the topic of last week’s general audience, cautioning: “If vainglory is a disease of the human self, it is still a childish disease when compared to the havoc pride is capable of.”
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NUMBER of Priests; Last year, the Vatican reported that while the number of Catholics worldwide increased by 16.2 million in 2021, the number of priests decreased by 2,347. As a result, on average there were 3,373 Catholics for every priest in the world (including retired priests), a rise of 59 people per priest.
The Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate reports that in 1965 there were 59,426 priests in the United States. In 2022, there were only 34,344 . Over much the same period, the number of Catholics has increased to 72.5 million in 2022, from 54 million in 1970.
Priests are also getting older. In 2012, a CARA study found that the average age of priests rose to 63 in 2009, from 35 in 1970.
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GREEN Card; The United States issues 55,000 Green Cards every year through the Diversity Visa Program, commonly known as the Green Card Lottery.
Applicants are selected by a random computer generated drawing organized by the United States.
Anyone who meets the entry requirements imposed by the US authorities can get a chance to win the lottery with just a few simple steps.
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2024 March 6 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
PARISH Gathering; in his Pastoral Letter, “Moving Forward in Hope”, Bishop Ray invites all parishioners to participate in a consultation process to shape the future of pastoral areas and parishes. A consultation gathering will be held in our parish of Moyvane/Knockanure on Tuesday 5th March 2024 at 7.30pm in the Marian Hall, Moyvane. As preparation for the gathering, you are invited to reflect on the following three questions: 1. Without the presence of a priest to lead and coordinate, what aspects of parish life could we, the laity, take responsibility for and organise ourselves? 2. Where do we see scope for cooperation with neighbouring parishes in our pastoral area? 3. Given what Bishop Ray has said about reducing numbers and increasing age, what do we want to say to priests?.
RAMBLING HOUSE will be held at Knockanure on the First Thursday of the month, and Clounmacon Rambling House on 9th of March.
CONGRATULATIONS to Breda Murphy who was the winner of the Knockanure Parents Association Split the Bucket for February, she won E285. Next draw 21st of March 2024. Best Wishes also to Theresa Lynch who won the Murhur School, Split the Bucket.
Congratulations to Joe Murphy, who recently received an Award from the Listowel Municipal District and Mayor Jimmy Moloney, for his contribution to the Arts in Listowel for the past 30 years.
Best Wishes to Fr. Pat Ahern, who began to lay the foundations of Siamsa Tire in 1963.
CLOTHES: Knockanure National school is running a clothes bank collection on the 14th of March, clothes can be dropped to the school any day between 9.10 and 3 pm up to the 14th of March and your support would be greatly appreciated .
ADORATION, Moyvane every Tues. after 10.00am Mass to 11.30am; Takes place each Friday in the Sacristy in Duagh Church from 3pm until public rosary at 7pm followed by Mass at 7.30pm. It also takes place in Abbeyfeale Blessed Sacrament Chapel following Mass in the church at 10am and continues until 7pm. Adoration will be held on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday during Lent.
PERMANENT DIACONATE: Diocese has 5 men currently preparing to be Permanent Deacons of Service for our Diocese. Bishop Ray celebrated this in a ceremony in Listowel on Sunday March 3rd at 11.30 a.m. Mass. The candidates include: Brian Godfrey, Listowel, Michael O’ Connell, Caherciveen, Chris Lynch, Killorglin, Linus Burke, Milltown & Shane Lehane, Tralee.
ST PIO devotions in Castleisland Church on 12th of March.
DEATH of Eileen Walsh (née Hanrahan), Clountubrid, Listowel and late of Kilbaha, Moyvane, on February 26th, 2024, wife of the late Eddie Walsh and mother of Edward, Mary, Helen and Elizabeth. Sadly missed by her family- son, daughters, grandchildren Eddie, Fiona, Michelle, Ellen, Jennifer, Karen and Niamh, sons-in-law Maurice Kelly and Padraig Hayes, sisters Anna Mai Hanrahan, Breda Scanlon, Mary Stack and Margaret Scannell, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews,and nieces. Funeral arriving to St. Mary's Church, Listowel, on Thursday at 11.15 am, with the Requiem Mass for Eileen being celebrated by Canon O Connor and Father Carmody. Burial afterwards in St. Michael's Cemetery, Listowel.
DEATH has recently taken place of Kathleen Killeen, nee Cronin of Knockanure Village and of Highgate, London. Requiem Mass and Burial have taken place in London.
ANNIVERSARIES: Elizabeth Flaherty, Siobhan Stack, Marie Sweeney, Tom Hegarty, Liam O Sullivan, Hannah Keane, Hugh Goulding, Fr. Pat Quinlan, William Moloney, Fr Stephen Kennelly, Mary Riordan, Bill Walsh.
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.2nd Mar.’24- Moyvane for Mai Riordan Nolan (Aniv.’s) & deceased of Riordan & Grogan families & Catherine Fitzpatrick at 7.30pm; Sun.3rd Mar.’24- Knockanure for Margaret & Michael Flynn (Aniv.’s) at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Henry & Bridie Stackpoole & deceased of Meade & Stackpoole families at 11.00am; Tues.5th Mar.’24 Moyvane for Peggy Wallace (Aniv.) at 10.00am; Weds.6th Mar.24-Knockanure for Tom & Bridie Flavin (Aniv.’s) Trien at 10.00am;
Thurs.7th Mar.24- Moyvane for Catherine O’Connor (Aniv.) Church St. Glin at 10.00am; Fri.8th Mar.’24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am
Sat.9th Mar.’24- Moyvane for Patrick Hayes (4th Aniv.) Clounbrane at 7.30pm; Sun.10th Mar.’24
Knockanure for Hannah Keane (4th Aniv.) at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Carol Ann Flahavan (Aniv.) at 11.00am.
BIBLE: Lenten Scripture Reflection: A Journey through the Bible, Every Wednesday evening during Lent in the Library, Athea from 7.30pm-8.30pm. Followed by a cuppa and chat. Presented by Pat Higgins 087 2034 626 and Sean O Mocháin 087-2321 375.
DANCING: Tarbert Comprehensive pupils TYs learned how to waltz, jive and line dance, with Norella Molyneaux recently. Norella is a past pupil of the Comp Next week it's the turn of group 2.
ST JOHNS: Saturday 2nd March to Wednesday 6th March- Big Maggie performed by Listowel Drama Group. Listowel Drama Group present their 80th anniversary production of John B. Keane's play
Performed by: Imelda Dowling-Garvey, Tina Enright O' Connell, Pa Sheahan, Tom Collins, Helen Lane McPhillips, Owen MacMahon, Kevin Barry, Cora O'Brien, Liz Horgan, Madeleine O'Sullivan, Máire O' Connor, Frank McNerney, Jim Halpin and a host of others.
Big Maggie in Irish on Sat 9th at 8pm. Details from info@stjohnstheatre.ie or box office 068 22566.
DRAMA: Athea Drama Group are rehearsing their upcoming production of ‘Turning Mammy’ by John McDwyer. The cast is made up of Julie Moloney, Johnny Corkery and Mary Ellen Tierney. The play will be staged at Con Colbert Hall, Athea on March 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 23rd & 24th at 8pm. To book please text 0876926746.
ROSE: This year’s nominated charity for the Listowel Community Rose Event is Aras Mhuire Nursing Home. The event will be held in the The Listowel Arms Hotel on Friday 8th March 2024.
NIGHT AT THE DOGS with Scoil Mhuire Knocknagoshel National School at The Kingdom Greyhound Stadium on Friday March 8th. Tickets are available online at: http://www.knocknagoshelns.ie from the school office on 068 46011, from local ticket sellers and from Walsh’s Bar in the village.
DAFFODIL DAY: Friday March 22nd.
CHELTENHAM Preview night at Christys Bar Listowel on March 5th in aid of Kerry Parents & Friends.
SWIM on 18th March with Ballybunion Dippers swimming group for their annual ‘Swim in Green’ fundraiser in aid of the Ballybunion Sea And Cliff Rescue Service.
FURNITURE Up cycling Class starting Tuesday, 5th March, from 12.30pm - 3.00pm, at the College of Further Education & Training, Abbeyfeale V94 CF10. Bring your old small piece of furniture, phone 068-31198.
MICHAEL COLLINS Musical Drama will be performed at the INEC Arena Killarney on 5th,6th and 7th of March.
WRITERS Museum Listowel; Join us for this month’s Literary Listowel event taking place on Thursday 7th March at 11am where we invite you to share your love for literature and enjoy some amazing stories from talented local writers as we celebrate World Book Day. Poetry in the Park | Sunday 10th March from 2pm to 4pm in Kerry Writers’ Museum Listowel.
SUSTAINING Guidance; The Institute of Guidance Counsellors will have their annual Conference in Munster Technological University on March 8 and 9. Theme, “Sustaining Guidance into the Future,” is aligned with the United Nations’ seventeen sustainable goals aimed at transforming the world.
WANDER Wild Festival in Killarney from 22nd to 24th of March.
MEMORIAL RUN: Knockdown are preparing for the Patrick Langan Memorial Run on March 24th. This year will honour Patrick who, with Dave Noonan, was the founder of the club. The proceeds are in aid of Mid-Western Cancer Foundation UHL and Parkinson’s Association of Ireland. (Mid-West Branch), this year.
BLOOD: the IBTS, it needs 3,000 units of blood every week to maintain the national blood supply.
Ballybunion Blood Donation Clinic Community Centre Ballybunion on Tues. 5th Mar.’24 from 4.50pm–8.10pm. Phone 1800 222 111 for appointment. New Donors urgently needed. The hospitals requirement for blood is now 6% higher than for the corresponding period last year.
FALL in Prices; Producer prices for dairy products have fallen by 28.4% in the 12 months to January 2024, latest figures by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) have shown.
In general, producer prices for food products have dropped by almost 10% over the one-year period. Meat and meat products, for example, were down by 9.8%, the CSO said.
Between January 2023 and January 2024, producer prices for vegetable and animal oils and fats fell by 5.3%, while grain milling, starches animal feeds dropped by 6.2%.
Cow category was the largest increase in the overall beef kill to date in 2024.
More at https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/cso-producer-prices-for-dairy-down-28-4-on-2023/
ROSE of Tralee, apply here https://roseoftralee.ie/
DRAW: West Limerick Sports Complex caters to over 2000 people per week. Planning to purchase a 2 acre site. A chance to win a NEW 2024 Peugeot 2008 Car!. Tickets are available at Reception, over the phone on 06977551 or at a link on website www.wlsc.ie
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SIAMSA Tire: 3rd March, Tenor Patrick Feeney live in Concert 3rd of March and Dances Like a Bomb, Celebrating the Strength of mature bodies, details from 066 7123 055.
KILLARNEY Wander Wild, Ireland’s Great Outdoors Festival, taking place between the 22nd and the 24th of March, link. https://wanderwildfestival.rezgo.com/details/357776/saturday-night-concert-special
GUIDE: West Limerick Tourism has produced an A5 52-page magazine style visitor guide. This brochure is being distributed through Tourist Information Offices, visitor attractions, car hire companies, accommodation providers and other relevant outlets. A pdf version of the brochure is also available and can be viewed at: www.visitwestlimerick.com
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RADIO Kerry Bingo proceeds of €81,488, covering the period September 2023 to February 2024, each of the following charities received €20,372, Kerry Cancer Support Group; Kerry Hospice; Recovery Haven Kerry Cancer Support House and Comfort for Chemo Kerry.
CANS: Recently walking down the street met a host of students on their lunch break. Most of them had cans and processed snacks. Gone is the day when students used home lunches and recycled bottles.
MTU Kerry campus will be hosting two workshops aimed at food system stakeholders to map out the priorities for sustainable and efficient food supply. The first workshop takes place on 4th March for the fruit, vegetable, fishing and food services businesses in MTU Kerry campus in Tralee, register via: https://forms.office.com/e/1ws0KKU48a.
The second workshop on 7th May asking livestock producers to get involved, and can register at https://forms.office.com/e/uVnK87CRjY.
---NEW Moon on March 10th. Land is very wet at present, and there is a plentiful supply of grass, after the mild winter. Daisy and Dandelion are appearing, I notice in Listowel, fresh leaves of the dandelion were being cut by strimmers.
TG4; Ag tosú Déardaoin 21 Márta @ 21:30. Exploring the working lives and personal narratives of 8 agricultural contracting families from diverse locations over a 12 month period 'Contractors' offers a unique, practical and personal insight into contemporary life in rural Ireland. Featuring 8 contracting crews from Meath, Waterford, Cork, Kerry, Cavan and Donegal the series highlights their professional challenges, the high and lows of their daily routine and their hopes and dreams, presenting a no-holds barred portrait of 8 extraordinary crews for hire - all members of an agricultural sub-economy without which farming would not be possible.
NUA - Ag tosú Dé Máirt 12 Márta @ 21:30, Introducing the latest instalment of Glór Tíre, Ireland's only Country Music Competition series, celebrating yet another year of exceptional Irish Country Music.
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ANNIVERSARY at UL: 30 years of ‘firsts’: UL’s Irish World Academy of Music and Dance marks anniversary with spectacular cultural celebration. There was a love of music and dance in the air on the UL campus this Valentine’s Day as the festive event began a year of celebrations marking the 30th anniversary of the internationally renowned Academy. Dr Sandra Joyce, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences – who served as Director of the Irish World Academy from 2013 to 2022, said: “Situated within the ‘Home of Firsts’ at UL, the Academy has truly elevated that reputation across three decades with a series of global ‘firsts’, as the very first academy in the world to offer both a full degree in Irish traditional music, and undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral degrees in Irish dance. https://www.ul.ie/news/30-years-of-firsts-uls-irish-world-academy-of-music-and-dance-marks-anniversary-with
For more information on the year of celebration, see www.irishworldacademy.ie.
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A major international conference taking place at University of Limerick later this year could be worth an estimated €3m to the local economy.
The Kemmy Business School (KBS) at University of Limerick will host a major international conference from 26 – 29 June.
The Society for the Advancement of Socio-Economics (SASE) has chosen UL to host its annual conference which will attract over 1500 delegates from more than 60 countries, making it the largest known gathering of its kind in the region and university.
In attracting attendees from countries like Argentina, Australia, Chile, Columbia, Egypt, Ghana, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa, most EU countries, the US and Canada, it is estimated the conference will be worth up to €3 million to the Mid-West region.
Previous conferences have been held in New York, Chicago, Kyoto, Amsterdam, Rio de Janeiro.
https://www.ul.ie/news/major-international-conference-taking-place-at-ul-worth-eu3m-to-local-economy
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PILGRIMAGE: St Mary’s Listowel parish pilgrimage Assisi, San Giovanni & Rome, 18th–25th Oct.’24, direct flight ex Cork. Led by: Canon Declan O’Connor. Bus pick up from Listowel Church. For details contact: Barters Travelnet 92 St Patrick's St, Centre, Cork, T12 DP84 Tel.: (021) 485 1700 Email: info@travelnet.ie
VOCATIONS: ‘Hook of Faith’ Webinar on Priestly Vocations on Tuesday 5th March from 8pm to 9pm. For further details please email thehookoffaith@gmail.com
PAPERS: Kerry Evening Post 1813-1917, Wednesday, December 02, 1885; Page: 3
Destitution of the Labourers in Listowel
LISTOWEL. On Sunday evening a meeting of the principal shopkeepers of Listowel was held at St. Michael's College. On the motion of the Rev D R Harrington, seconded by Mr John Stack, M P, the Very Rev Canon Davis took the chair. After some general discussion on the destitution of the unemployed labourers, and the best method of relieving it, the meeting seemed to agree that relief should be afforded by giving employment, and that no works should be undertaken for which the purchase of material would be necessary. The following resolution was subsequently adopted --" We the undersigned shopkeepers of Listowel, pledge ourselves not to give anyone Christmas presents-this year, and to contribute, in lieu of those presents, a substantial donation to the fund in aid of the unemployed labourers of the parish." The shopkeepers present then signed the pledge, and
a sum of over £90 was realised on the spot. The chairman then requested Father Harrington with Messrs Stack, M P; P Kirby, Richard Stack and John Horgan to wait upon the other shopkeepers of the town for their signatures to the pledge and their subscriptions. These gentlemen were on foot from an early hour on Monday, and were, most successful. Useful works will be opened immediately.
FREESTONE V. LIMESTONE AND THE TRALEE TOWN COMMISSIONERS.
TO The Editor of the Kerry Evening Post
Dear Sir, --We expected great things from the now Commissioners, but certainly not freestone upon our roods and streets, which is of no use whatsoever except to make mud and give employment to men and horses removing same to some convenient places either for friends or for sale. Under the old system the County Surveyor would not allow such an imposition upon the public, but the commissioners, while fighting and squabbling about trifles, are blind to such important and expensive jobbery. Is there any person responsible for such deception, or how long shall such things continue?—Yours truly, A Tralee Man, Ballymullen, Dec.2. 1885.
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Irish Examiner 1841-current, Wednesday, January 16, 1850; Section: Front page, Page: 1
THE TRALEE UNION AT CHRISTMAS 1848 & l849
When in the Tralee Board-room on Tuesday last, we took the pains to make a comparison between the extent of destitution, and the expenditure in the issue of relief, during the last week of 1848 and that of 1849. Though the general condition of Ireland is so depressed that we can hardly find a place in the surrounding waste of ruin whereon to rest the foot of hope; yet the result was rather favourable, as showing a largely decreased extent of pauperism, and consequently diminished outlay of the Union funds.
On the last Saturday of 1848 there were seven thousand and forty three persons in the receipt of relief in the Tralee Union—including 4,861 on the out-door relief lists while on Saturday last the numbers were only two thousand six hundred and twenty-six, with no outdoor-relief, showings diminution of 4,417, or sixty-three per cent. The contrast in the expenditure is almost as favourable—the calculations giving a diminution of fifty five per-cent, on three hundred, pounds, the expenditure in in-door and out-door relief in the last week of 1848. We have no doubt that if the contrast between 1849 and 1850 should be made a month hence, it would give a result even more favourable to the latter than that exhibited above for the increase of destitution during the month of January, 1849, was full seventy per cent. We do not anticipate that it will reach anything like that amount during the current month. From these, figures we may infer that the poor law expenditure in Tralee Union for the twelve months ending July, 1850, will not much if at all, exceed half that of the corresponding period of the preceding years.
The following particulars from the Listowel Union show a diminution of expenditure between the last and the current seasons equally gratifying. The expenditure for four weeks ending in December, 1848, was £404, for in-door, and £1,318 for out-door relief, in all £1,722 ; during the four corresponding weeks in 1849 the cost of in-door relief was £345, and that of out-door £566—in all £911. These figures give a decrease in expenditure of nearly forty-seven per cent. Much of this saving may, however, be locally accounted for, because in 1848 the Union was managed by a paid Board, the most reckless in Ireland, while in 1849 it was under the care of the local gentry who had an interest in its well-being, and were practically acquainted with the
country.— Tralee Post.
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NATURE LAW: Leader of the Rural Independent Group of TDs Mattie McGrath has said that Irish MEPs are “abandoning” family farms following the European Parliament’s approval of the final version of the Nature Restoration Law.
The law was passed (Tuesday, February 27) with 329 MEPs voting in favour, and 275 voting against.
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FUTURE: 87% of Kerry Co-op milk suppliers say controlling future milk processing and value-added operations is somewhat or very important. That is according to the findings of a survey carried out by Ifac on behalf of the board of Kerry Co-op.
1,563 out of 2,840 suppliers responded to the survey, which was conducted between November 29 and December 23, 2023, giving a response rate of 55%.
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TROCAIRE BOXES: are available at the back of the church.
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Kerry Diocese 2000 Green Glens
https://youtu.be/jt8BDHmmv-Q?si=Zifl2N_BVIJ6ScPp
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Professor Robert Clancy has found similarities between long covid and long post covid vaccination syndrome. Here he shares new findings on the theory and practical medical management of these two conditions. Thank you, Professor, as always for sharing your time and expertise.
https://youtu.be/-Ea3UwYZnrA?si=SjV1Uuxq7Fu2ZPm6
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CONGO: Tadhg Quinn, Purt Yard, Abbeyfeale
“In September 1961 he was part of the Irish contingent of United Nations peacekeepers deployed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to stop the country descending into chaos.
Five Days in Jadotville
“What unfolded over five days in Jadotville was a little-known but amazing story of heroism, against-all-odds soldiering and feats of courage,” Mr. Wade continued.
“A film, The Siege of Jadotville, tells the true story of how these 157 Irishmen, led by a tactically astute commander, Cmdt. Pat Quinlan from Waterville, Co. Kerry, repelled a force of 3,000 attackers, killing 300 of them — while suffering no fatalities.
Date Published: Wednesday, February 28th 2024. Date of Death: Wednesday, February 28th 2024.
http://www.mainevalleypost.com/2024/02/29/the-late-tadhg-quinn-purt-yard-abbeyfeale-co-limerick/
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OVERSEAS Prisoners; Since 1985, the Irish Bishops’ Council for Prisoners Overseas (ICPO) has been dedicated to supporting Irish people in prison abroad and their families, ----------------------------------
The ICPO is an important pastoral initiative of the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference, and interested penfriend volunteers are encouraged to email info@icpo.ie or visit the ICPO, and the website for further information is www.icpo.ie. Media queries should be directed to info@catholicbishops.ie.
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DISCUSSION: All welcome to webinar on: ‘The Last Priest in Ireland? It Depends on You’
On Tuesday, 5 March, at 8.00pm, the Bishops’ Council for Vocations, in collaboration with ‘The Hook of Faith’, will host a vocations webinar entitled ‘The Last Priest in Ireland? It Depends on You’. All are welcome to participate in the discussion.
https://zoom.us/j/98142844289?pwd=WmFGTlJZa2RYdmZPVjN3V0hya2RYQT09#success
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TAIZE: Diocesan Youth Pilgrimage to Taizé, France. Interested in coming to Taizé this
June? The diocese will be taking a group of young adults on this amazing pilgrimage from Sunday, June 23rd to Sunday June 30th 2024. Please contact Tomás Kenny for more information on 086 3683778 or email Tomás at tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie.
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ST MARY’S LISTOWEL PARISH PILGRIMAGE ASSISI, SAN GIOVANNI & ROME: 18TH –
25TH October 2024, Direct flight ex Cork. LED BY: Canon Declan O’Connor. Bus pick
up from Listowel Church. For details contact: Barters Travelnet 92 St Patrick's St,
Centre, Cork, T12 DP84 Tel.: (021) 485 1700 Email: info@travelnet.ie
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EVANGELIUM IRELAND: next Apologetics Conference for young Catholics at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth on Saturday 16th March. Cost: €38 including lunch, refreshments and evening social. To register visit www.evangelium.ie
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RADIO MARIA: Fr. Eamonn McCarthy will speak at each of Listowel masses on weekend 9th and 10th march promoting Radiomaria.
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ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE CLG SEEKING MARRIAGE PREPARATION FACILITATORS
If you have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to
be part of the Accord team in supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage
Accord wants to hear from you!
Successful applicants will receive professional training and will be part of a team delivering marriage preparation programmes locally. Contact Aisling on 01 505 3112 or by email to marriagepreparation@accord.ie
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ARTS: Kerry County Arts Newsletter 29 February 2024
View this email in your browser (https://mailchi.mp/23dec2cc70b2/arts-events-and-opportunities-in-kerry-and-nationwide-13675609?e=57e387efec)
Kerry County Council Arts Office Website
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CYCLE: Leisure Cycle taking place next Sunday 10th March. 2 routes, one for your beginners’ cyclists, while the other one is more challenging! Both routes have food stops! Registration can be done online on Cycle Ireland! We are fundraising for the Butterfly club in Rathkeale.
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2024 February 28 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
PARISH Gathering; in his Pastoral Letter, “Moving Forward in Hope”, Bishop Ray invites all parishioners to participate in a consultation process to shape the future of pastoral areas and parishes. A consultation gathering will be held in our parish of Moyvane/Knockanure on Tuesday 5th March 2024 at 7.30pm in the Marian Hall, Moyvane. As preparation for the gathering, you are invited to reflect on the following three questions: 1. Without the presence of a priest to lead and coordinate, what aspects of parish life could we, the laity, take responsibility for and organise ourselves? 2. Where do we see scope for cooperation with neighbouring parishes in our pastoral area? 3. Given what Bishop Ray has said about reducing numbers and increasing age, what do we want to say to priests? Many thanks for your support and assistance for this consultation.
Nature Trail; 1. There will be some details from those organising the Consultation. 2. Currently, The Local Nature Trail is part of St. Brendan’s Trust (diocese of Kerry). It is being proposed by the diocesan property manager, that it be handed over to Kerry County Council with conditions that it remain a public amenity. Since it is linked to the parish through St. Brendan’s Trust, as parishioners, your views are welcome.
SCHOOL: at a recent Board of Management the following votes of sympathy was passed To the Stackpoole Family Athea on the death of Peter Stackpoole; To the Harding Family Kilmorna on the death of James Sheehy Duagh; To the O' Flaherty Family Keylod Moyvane on the death of Mike O ' Flaherty Jr & Mike O' Flaherty Senior; To the Carroll Family on the death of John O' Carroll Dublin
To the Cronin Family the village on the death of Kathleen Cronin England.
Congratulations: To Philomena O' Connor & Brian Kiely on their recent wedding.
CLOTHES: Knockanure National school is running a clothes bank collection on the 14th of March, clothes can be dropped to the school any day between 9.10 and 3 pm up to the 14th of March and your support would be greatly appreciated .
BROADBAND is being updated in the district at the present time, it is a pity so few will make use of it as most young people have left the district. It is only a matter of time when wireless will reign supreme.
SPLIT the Bucket organised by the Knockanure Parents Association, next draw 29th of February.
RAMBLING HOUSE will be held at Listowel on the last Thursday of the month, and Knockanure on the First Thursday of the month.
THE WAR IN UKRAINE the 24/25th February marks the second anniversary of the start of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Mindful of how many Ukrainians, please acknowledge and pray for the people of the Ukraine.
MASS: Rev. Fr. Thomas Relihan, Ione, California, U.S.A and formerly of Kilcara, Foildarrig, Duagh. Memorial Mass will be held at St. Brigid's Church, Duagh, on Sunday, 25th February, at 11.30 am, live-streamed on www.dioceseofkerry.ie/parish/duagh.
DEATH of Sean Goulding, Knockanure, on February 20th, 2024. Predeceased by his siblings Tony, Sr. Teresa Brendan and Hugh and his sister-in-law Eileen. Sean is survived by his brother Denis, sister Maureen, sisters-in-law Brenda and Margaret, nephews, and nieces. Funeral arrived at Corpus Christi Church, Knockanure, on Saturday morning at 11.45 am, with the Requiem Mass for Sean being celebrated at 12 noon, followed by burial afterwards in Ahavoher Cemetery.
DEATH of John Paul Cronin, Knockalougha, Duagh, on February 19th, 2024, brother of the late Michael, Mary Joe and Margaret O'Donoghue (Athea) and uncle of the late Margaret Slowey. John Paul will be sadly missed by his nephews Paddy, Denis and Michael, his nieces Theresa, Mary, Eileen and Christina, grandnephews, and grandnieces. Requiem Mass for John Paul was celebrated at St. Brigid's Church, Duagh, on Thursday, followed by burial afterwards in Springmount Cemetery, Duagh.
ANNIVERSARIES: Gerry Brosnan, Jack Flavin, Fr. John Lawlor, Tracy Kennedy, Martin Mulvihill, Nell Flavin,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.24th Feb.’24- Moyvane for Jerry Brosnan (Aniv.) at 7.30pm; Sun.25th Feb.’24-Knockanure for Michael O’Connor (10th Aniv.) & son Tommy, Recently Deceased in Birmingham at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Bridie Moloney (1st Aniv.) Leitrim Middle at 11.00am;Tues.27th Feb.’24- Moyvane a Private Intention at 10.00am; Weds.28th Feb.24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Thurs.29th Feb.24- Moyvane a Private Intention at 10.00am; Fri.1st Mar.’24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Sat.2nd Mar.’24- Moyvane for Mai Riordan Nolan & Catherine Fitzpatrick (Aniv.’s) & deceased of Riordan & Grogan families at 7.30pm; Sun.3rd Mar.’24- Knockanure for Margaret & Michael Flynn (Aniv.’s) at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Henry & Bridie Stackpoole & deceased of Meade & Stackpoole families at 11.00am.
BIBLE: Lenten Scripture Reflection: A Journey through the Bible, every Wednesday until Mar 27th in the Library, Athea from 7.30pm-8.30pm. Followed by a cuppa and chat. Presented by Pat Higgins 087 2034626 and Sean O Mocháin 087-2321375.
ADORATION, Moyvane every Tues. after 10.00am Mass to 11.30am; Takes place each Friday in the Sacristy in Duagh Church from 3pm until public rosary at 7pm followed by Mass at 7.30pm. It also takes place in Abbeyfeale Blessed Sacrament Chapel following Mass in the church at 10am and continues until 7pm. Adoration will be held on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday during Lent.
PERMANENT DIACONATE: We are delighted to announce that our Diocese has 5 men currently preparing to be Permanent Deacons of Service for our Diocese. Bishop Ray will celebrate this in a ceremony in Listowel on Sunday March 3rd at 11.30 a.m. Mass. The candidates include: Brian Godfrey, Listowel, Michael O’ Connell, Caherciveen, Chris Lynch, Killorglin, Linus Burke, Milltown & Shane Lehane, Tralee.
LENTEN DEVOTIONS Listowel: We will pray a short Stations of the Cross after the 10.30 a.m. Mass each Friday morning during Lent.
LENTEN SACRED SPACE: We bring your attention to our beautiful Lenten Sacred Space in front of our Altar and in front of Our Lady’s Altar in Listowel. A very special thanks to Martha from our Liturgy Group for the fabulous work she put into it.
LOTTO: Knockanure GAA Lotto Results from Tuesday February 13th, Jackpot was €6,400. Numbers Drawn: 5, 22, 25, and 30. No winner but lucky dips went to, 1. Denis Gould, Cree, Co Clare; 2. Tady Finucane, Lissaniska; 3. Donnchadh Woods, Knockanure; 4. Neilus Clancy, Knockanure, and 5. Eddie J Flaherty, Moyvane. Next draw in the clubhouse 20th Feb., all are welcome. Jackpot €6,500.
GAA: Munster PPS SFC ‘C’ Final (Corn Sheáin Mhic Mhurchaidh), Tarbert Comprehensive School 2-11 and Colaiste Pobail Bantry 1-13. Tarbert Comprehensive Team: Stephen Kearney (St Senans Foynes); Callum Buckley (Athea), Shane Stack (Tarbert), Michael Coolahan (Tarbert) 0-1; James Kissane (Moyvane), David Mulvihill (Tarbert), Fionn Mulvihill (Moyvane), Brendan O’Leary (Tarbert) 0-1, Paudie Finucane (Tarbert); Patrick O’Connor (Moyvane), Evan Curry (Athea) 0-1 (m), Shaun Wren (Tarbert) 0-2 (1f); Caolam Moriarty (Tarbert) 0-2 (2f), John Coolahan (Tarbert) 0-2, Jamie Moloney (Moyvane) 1-1. Subs: Tadgh O’Connell (Tarbert) 1-0 for F Mulvihill (43), Matthew Quinn (Moyvane) for Kissane (51), Darragh Mullane (Gerald Griffins, Ballyhahill) 0-1 for O’Leary (57).
PLAN: Moyvane Community Development Plan 2024-2029 Launch on Friday, March 1, 2024 at 7.30pm, in the Marian Hall, Moyvane. Minister for Education, Norma Foley, TD will be in attendance on the night to officially launch the plan. This event is the culmination of an in-depth community-led consultation and engagement process, which took place during the winter of 2021/2022. The plan contains a wealth of interesting information about our parish and provides a roadmap with a list of short, medium, and long-term goals. We would like to extend an open invitation to our community to come along and join us for this special night. We would love to see a big attendance where you will hear first-hand about the ambitious roadmap developed by our community for our community.
BADMINTON Kerry Division 1,3 & 5 Doubles County Championship: some local winners; Division 3, Ladies: Winners: Adele O’Brien (Killarney) & Josie Gilbert (Ballyheigue). Runners-Up: Bridget McCarthy & Denise Collins (Moyvane). Division 1, Ladies: Winners: Edel Kenny & Miriam Rohan (Kingdom), Runners-Up: Deina Vesko (Listowel) & Helen Browne (Moyvane). Kerry Grade C team:
Donie Enright, Alan Nelligan, Ethan Tritschler, Kelvin McNally, Fergal Hannon, Sinead Galvin, Deina Vesko, Maeve Twomey, Edel Kenny, Miriam Rohan.
DOGS: Scoil Mhuire Knocknagoshel National School have a Night at the Dogs at The Kingdom Greyhound Stadium on Friday March 8th 2024. Tickets are available online at: http://www.knocknagoshelns.ie from the school office on 068 46011, from local ticket sellers and from Walsh’s Bar in the village.
DAFFODILL Day is planned for 22nd of March.
FESTIVAL: Ballydonoghue Bardic Festival Writing Competitions 2024. Closing Date: 29/02/2024, 5 p.m. 1. The James Award: Poetry (50 lines max) or Prose (2,500 words max), for writers 75 years young and above. 2. The Jer Lynch Poetry Award: Poetry (50 lines max); 3. Quiet Man Maurice Walsh Award: Short Story (2,500 words max); 4. Duais Phádraig Liath Ó Conchubhair: Dán (50 línte ar a mhéad) no Gearrscéal (2,500 focal ar a mhéad) as Gaeilge. Entry Fee: Adults, €10 for up to two entries in any combination. Pay via PayPal please on ballydbardfest.com or by cheque if posting. Phone Karen on 087 630 3308 if you need help. Prizes: James Award $200; Adults 1st. €150, 2nd. €100 and 3rd. €50 in each category. Email your entries to ballydbardfest@gmail.com or post to: Noelle Hegarty, Secretary BBF, Loughanes, Lisselton, Listowel.
ST JOHN’S: March 1st at 11am, free Irish session for Seachtain Na Gaeilge, with Gabriel Fitzmaurice and Dara O Cinneide, then at 8pm Comedy- Murder She Wrote; Sat 2nd to Wed. 6th Theatre, Big Maggie by Listowel Drama group at 8pm; Friday 8th at 12.30pm art exhibition- Women in View and on Sat., 9th Big Maggie in Irish. Tickets for all events can be booked from website stjohnstheatre.ie or by calling Box Office 068 22566.
ROSE: This year’s nominated charity for the Listowel Community Rose Event is Aras Mhuire Nursing Home. The event will be held in the The Listowel Arms Hotel on Friday 8th March 2024.
INEC Killarney, Gathering Traditional Festival 28th Feb. to 3rd of March. The Gathering Festival of Music & Arts returns to the Gleneagle Hotel.
DRAMA: Kerry Drama Festival at Castleisland 1st to 9th of March.
‘ROADSIDE’: A comedy in three acts by the Spike Players, Knocknagoshel in St. Ita’s Parish Hall in St. Ita’s Parish Hall, Raheenagh Eircode V42 ET85 Friday, March 8 . Doors open 7pm, Curtain 8pm. Admission €10. Reserve tickets 086 1649099.
PLAY: Athea Drama Group are rehearsing for their production of ‘Turning Mammy’ by John McDwyer. The play will be staged at Con Colbert Hall, Athea on March 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 23rd & 24th at 8pm
GLÓRACH FILM: The Korean/American film 'Past Lives' will be our next screening on Sunday, March 10th., the film examines the story of Nora and Hae Sung, classmates at primary school in Seoul, who have their deep friendship ended abruptly when Nora’s family emigrates. Two decades later, they meet in New York and over one week address notions of chance and circumstance and the choices people make that create a life. The film will commence at the same time of 7.30 pm, and tickets can be booked at 0871383940, www.glorachabbeyfeale.com or at the door on the evening.
LISTOWEL COMMUNITY GAMES - St Michaels College on Monday 26th Feb Art Competition: U8, U10, U12, U14 & U16 . Registration @ 5p.m. Competition starts at 5.30p.m. €2 per child. €5 per family. Paper supplied. Bring own materials. Handwriting Competition: U10 Over 6, U12 Over 6. Separate competition for Boys & Girls. Registration @ 5p.m. Competition starts at 5.30p.m. €2 per child. €5 per family. Paper supplied.
PRE CHELTENHAM-NIGHT at Christys the Well, Listowel on Tuesday 5th March in Aid of Kerry Parents and Friends at 9 pm.
MENTAL HEALTH: The Island of Geese, Tralee is the location for the Youth Mental Health Awareness Day on March 2, facilitated by Kerry County Arts Office and local partners Munster Technological University. Some events; Performances – amphitheatre and grass area- 1 & 3pm Spailp – Street theatre from Fanzini Productions (tent in grass area)- 1 – 1.30pm Music with Tralee Band Project- 1.45 – 2.15pm Music with Kerry Tutor Band- 2.30 – 3pm Performance by St. John’s Youth Theatre Listowel- 3.15- 3.45pm Performance by Martin Mahon, and 4 – 4.30pm Music with Kate Dineen.
CAREGIVERS COURSE: Recovery Haven Kerry (Cancer Support House) will be hosting a 6 week ONLINE Building Better Caregivers Course commencing March 5th with an introductory session on February 27th. This course aims to support you as you are supporting someone with cancer. Please contact reception 066 7192122.
FUNDS: Community Support Fund 2024; The 2024 Community Support Fund was launched by the Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr. Jim Finucane and the Chief Executive of Kerry County Council, Moira Murrell on Friday 15th December, 2023. The Council has now issued a call for funding for the 2024 Community Support Fund which is offering supports to community-based projects and initiatives in Kerry.
https://www.kerrycoco.ie/community-support-fund-2024/
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VINTAGE: Knockdown Vintage Club Annual Charity Vintage Run takes place on Sunday 24th March 2024. This year the proceeds are in aid of two charities: Mid-Western Cancer Foundation UHL, and Parkinson’s Association of Ireland. (Mid-West Branch).
ROSE: Visit www.roseoftralee.ie for more information. Rose Selections taking place across 32 centres nationally and worldwide. The 2024 Rose of Tralee International Festival will take place from August 16th – 20th.
MILK Price: Kerry Group has announce its milk price for January supplies, it will pay 39.5c/L, including VAT, for milk supplied last month at 3.30% protein and 3.60% butterfat.
WIN: congratulations to Tarbert Comprehensive School students and trainers on their recent win in the Munster GAA PPS TUS Corn Sheáin Mhic Mhurchidh Under 19C Football Final in Banteer v CPS Bantry. Final score TCS 2-11 Bantry 1-13.
MTU Kerry campus will be hosting two workshops aimed at food system stakeholders to map out the priorities for sustainable and efficient food supply. The first workshop takes place on 4th March for the fruit, vegetable, fishing and food services businesses in MTU Kerry campus in Tralee, register via: https://forms.office.com/e/1ws0KKU48a.
The second workshop on 7th May asking livestock producers to get involved, and can register at https://forms.office.com/e/uVnK87CRjY.
BOOKS: Ireland Reads; https://www.irelandreads.ie/
RADIO MARIA: Catholic Station via Saorview on Television 210 channel. Also listen via website radiomaria.ie. Daily Mass, Rosary & other Prayers, music & hymns.
HELP: Volunteers Needed. The Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage (Thursday 20th to Tuesday 25th June 2024) is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you would like to be a volunteer helper on the pilgrimage, please contact the organisers of the pilgrimage at the
Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
MAYNOOTH: Evangelium Ireland will host its next Apologetics Conference for Young Catholics at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth on Saturday 16 March. Talks and workshops include: The Gift of the Priesthood, Intro to the Theology of Joseph Ratzinger, Christian Marriage, Female Authors of the Catholic Revival, Christian Metaphysics, St Patrick. Mass will also be celebrated. Cost: €38 including lunch, refreshments and evening social. To view the full programme and to register visit www.evangelium.ie or search ‘Evangelium Ireland’ on Eventbrite.
WASTE: In the EU, 60 million tonnes of food waste, are generated annually, and 12.6 million tonnes of textile waste are generated in the EU every year.
MICHAEL COLLINS Musical Drama will be performed at the INEC Arena Killarney on 5th,6th and 7th of March.
WANDER Wild Festival in Killarney from 22nd to 24th of March.
VISIT: British Honorary Consul for the southwest of Ireland, Katherine Fitzpatrick and a British Embassy delegation went on a three day visit to Kerry recently, visiting the RDI hub, Astellas, Fexco and MTU.
ART: exhibition at Limerick City Gallery of Art celebrates over 750 artworks donated to the public collections of Ireland by the country’s oldest arts charity, which marks its centenary this year.
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JOB: Lifeguards Wanted: Are you interested in working as a Beach Lifeguard? Clare, Fingal and Limerick are currently looking for lifeguards for the 2024 period. You will be responsible for performing rescues, administering first aid and the supervision of activities at the beach amongst other duties. For further information about these roles and many more can be found at https://watersafety.ie/careers/
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CONCERT: Fundraising Concert: Denis Curtin and his band will give a concert in the Devon Inn Hotel, in aid of a Defibrillator for Meenkilly N.S. The concert will take place on Saturday, March 2nd, 2004. Doors open at 7.45pm.
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RACE: L’Etape Ireland takes place on September 7th. Tour de France, two routes, starting in Killarney. Seeking to enter sign-up at https://ireland.letapebytourdefrance.com
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DEBT cancellation; The Biden-Harris Administration has now approved nearly $138 billion in student debt cancellation for almost 3.9 million borrowers.
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Contributed by Long, Patrick
McElligott, Thomas J. (1888–1961), police man, union activist, and republican, was born 2 April 1888 at Duagh, Listowel,Co. Kerry, second eldest of sixteen children of a small farmer named McElligott and his wife Julia (née McCarthy). He received a local national school education and joined the RIC 25 October 1907. He was posted in May 1908 to Co. Cork, and in November 1914 became acting sergeant. In March 1915 he went on the reserve force at the Phoenix Park depot, Dublin,
https://www.dib.ie/biography/mcelligott-thomas-j-a5655
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McElligott, Michael
Hagan, John, 1873-1930
Description
Holograph letter from Michael McElligott, Keel, Kilflynn, County Kerry, to the Holy Father. Serious complaint against his parish priest, Fr. J. O'Sullivan of Dorney, who has been refusing to attend at funerals, allegedly because a priest at a graveyard was 'only a show off'. His own father and brother, and eleven listed parishioners were buried 'like animals'. The priest does however see to funerals outside the parish when 'rich people' are involved. Emphasising that 'us McElligott's took no part in politics only earning our hire'. (Letter stamped 'returned to' Congregation for Religious, handwritten remark on the letter having been sent by the Archbishop of Dublin on 20 December 1923.) [2 November 1923- 9 January 1924]
https://repository.library.georgetown.edu/handle/10822/1073495
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WATER: Uisce Éireann said it took advice from the HSE concerning THMs and drinking water. It said the advice was that the “benefits of using chlorine to treat our drinking water are much greater than any possible health risk from THMs”.
This is also the World Health Organisation position which states that adequate disinfection should never be compromised to control THMs, added Uisce Éireann.
However, Friends of the Irish Environment, which made the original complaint about THMs in drinking water in 2010, said the issue was not about disinfection.
“Nobody wants to stop disinfecting supplies. What is required by the EU Drinking Water Directive is to eliminate the THMs,” said its director Tony Lowes (80). “People could do this themselves with a €70 charcoal filter, but Uisce Éireann needs to warn consumers about that.”
Tim O’Brien, Irish Times- 12 February 2024
https://epaper.irishtimes.com/titles/irishtimes/5088/publications/3276/pages/4/articles/1984122/5/5
ADVICE on water: https://www.hse.ie/eng/health/hl/water/drinkingwater/trihalomethanes/
YOUTH Pilgrimage to Taizé, France: Interested in coming to Taizé this June? The diocese will be taking a group of young adults on this pilgrimage from Sunday, June 23rd to Sunday June 30th, 2024. Please contact Tomás Kenny for more information on 086 3683778 or email Tomás - tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie.
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INDIA: Christianity, with approximately 28 Million Indian followers constitute 2.3 percent of India’s population. It is traditionally believed that Christianity was introduced to India by Thomas the Apostle, who supposedly landed in Muziris, Kerala in AD 52 and traveled along the coast to Goa spreading the word of Christ.
Roman Catholicism was first introduced to India by Portuguese, Italian and Irish Jesuits in the 16th century to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ among Indians. Most Christian schools, hospitals, primary care centers originated through the Roman Catholic missions brought by the trade of these countries. Evangelical Protestantism was later spread to India by the efforts of British, American, German, Scottish missionaries. These Protestant missions were also responsible for introducing English education in India for the first time and were also accountable in the first early translations of the Holy Bible in various Indian languages (including Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Hindi, Urdu and others).
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BY: Fiona Audley- January 16, 2024
A WRITER whose research into the ‘disappeared’ led to the discovery of one of the bodies has revealed that the practice has been in use in Ireland for some 200 years.
Pádraig Óg Ó Ruairc has spent the past decade researching the fate of the ‘disappeared’, those who were abducted by the IRA, secretly executed and had their bodies buried in remote bogs, lakes and woodlands never to be found again.
In 2018 Ó Ruairc’s research led to the recovery of the remains of one those victims, the British soldier Private George Chalmers, who had been executed by the IRA in 1921 and secretly buried in a remote bog.
The Clare-born historian, who has a BA in Archaeology from University College Dublin and a PhD in History from the University of Limerick, continues to research the brutal phenomenon.
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Reflection for Lent.
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NEW PARTY: In this episode Agriland editor Stella Meehan, is joined by independent TD for Roscommon-Galway, Michael Fitzmaurice.
In this extended interview, Fitzmaurice discusses the reasons he decided to join a newly formed party, what he really thinks about the climate ‘crisis’ and who he would sit down with if his new political party had the opportunity to form a government.
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25TH NATIONAL PIONEER BALL Saturday 6th of April in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. Mass 6pm: Cathedral of Christ the King. Dinner and Dancing: Annebrook House Hotel. Ball tickets €40.
For more information / tickets contact: Daisy 087 654 4626 or Dermot 085 720 1645
or leinsteryouthcommittee@gmail.com
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CHARITY: Mark Fleming Memorial Charity, Cars and Coffee Meet: A cars and coffee meet will take place at the Ferry Car park, Tarbert on Sunday April 21st. EVERYONE is welcome to the event and there will be ample parking for spectators, with Tarbert Power Station allowing the use of their car park. All proceeds of this event will be for the SADS department in The Mater Hospital.
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PRINCIPLES: Mike Pence launched the American Solutions Project, a $20 million organization that seeks to defend conservative principles from “the populist right and progressive left,”
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Céad Míle Fáilte; Welcome to Kerry
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A NOTE; As we pray for guidance as we plan for the future of our parish, I heard a fitting reflection recently. A poem called ‘Teamwork’. It reminded me of the Waterford hurler Dan Shanahan’s book entitled ‘There’s No i in team’. A community, parish or club will have no future if individualism takes over. Teamwork by Edgar A. Guest (1881-1959). It's all very well to have courage and skill and it's fine to be counted a star, but the single deed with its touch of thrill doesn't tell the man you are;
For there's no lone hand in the game we play, We must work to a bigger scheme, and the thing that counts in the world today Is, How do you pull with the team?
They may sound your praise and call you great, They may single you out for fame, But you must work with your running mate or you'll never win the game; Oh, never the work of life is done by the man with a selfish dream, for the battle is lost or the battle is won by the spirit of the team. You may think it fine to be praised for skill but a greater thing to do is to set your mind and set your will on the goal that's just in view; It's helping your fellow man to score when his chances hopeless seem; It's forgetting self-till the game is o'er and fighting for the team.
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2024 February 21 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
CLOTHES: Knockanure National school is running a clothes bank collection on the 14th of March, clothes can be dropped to the school any day between 9.10 and 3 pm up to the 14th of March and your support would be greatly appreciated .
PARISH Office 068 49308, Web: dioceseofkerry.ie: Open, Weds.10.00am-12.00noon, Thurs. & Fri. 10.00am-1.00pm. Please ring during above hours to book Masses, Baptisms & Weddings. Eucharistic Adoration: every Tues. after 10.00am Mass to 11.30am. Confessions: Before Mass or by arrangement. Baptisms: Saturday afternoons only from 12 noon to 4pm. Confirmation: Let’s keep those preparing in our prayers as March 20th approaches. Pilgrimages 2024, Knock 24th August, Lourdes 29th Aug. – Sept. 3rd.
Easter Ceremonies 2024, Palm Sunday: Blessing of Palms at Vigil Mass & 9.30am Knockanure.
Holy Thursday: Moyvane 8pm. Exposition – Repose till 12 Midnight. Good Friday (Moyvane): 3pm, Knockanure: Stations of the Cross 7.30pm. Easter Vigil (Moyvane) 9pm. Easter Sunday 9.30am (Knockanure) 11am (Moyvane).
PASTORAL Council meeting held on 9th Feb.’24, Mary Donovan, become Chairperson. Congratulations, Mary!
PLAN for Parish; Moyvane Development Association will launch the Moyvane Community Development Plan 2024-2029 on Friday, 1st March 2024 at 7.30pm in the Marian Hall. Minister for Education, Norma Foley, TD will be in attendance to officially launch the plan. This event is the culmination of an in-depth community-led consultation and engagement process, which took place during the winter of 2021/2022. All parishioners are invited to attend on the night and hear first-hand about the ambitious roadmap developed by our community for our community. Everyone welcome.
CANCER: Recovery Haven Kerry (Cancer Support House) will be hosting a 6 week ONLINE Building Better Caregivers Course commencing 5th Mar. with an introductory session on 27th Feb. This course aims to support you as you are supporting someone with cancer. Please contact reception 066 7192122
ANNIVERSARIES: Sr. Baptist Kirby, Sr. Finian Hearney, Ella Ahern, Bridget Softley, Patrick J Flavin, Eileen Kennelly, Breda Woulfe, Bridie Stackpoole, Eileen McGrath, Ella Corridan, Richard Brosnan, Dan Hanrahan, Sr. Joan Mulvihill, Joan Browne, Colm Kennelly, Hannah Francis Daly,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.17th Feb.’24- Moyvane for Peter and John McGrath (Aniv.’s) at 7.30pm; Sun.18th Feb.’24- Knockanure for Billy Leahy (Aniv.) at 9.30am, mass Moyvane for Martin & Mary Mulvihill (Aniv.’s) at 11.00am; Tues.20th Feb.’24- Moyvane a Private Intention at 10.00am; Weds.21st Feb.’24- Knockanure Private Intention at 10.00am; Thurs.22nd Feb.; Moyvane for Tom & Nellie O’Connor & son Con (Aniv.’s), late of Birmingham & Glin Rd.at 10.00am, and mass in evening Moyvane for Sr. Mary Hanrahan, Recently Deceased of Kilbaha & U.K. at 7.00pm; Fri.23rd Feb.’24
Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Sat.24th Feb.’24- Moyvane for Jerry Brosnan (Aniv.) at 7.30pm; Sun.25th Feb.’24 –Knockanure for Michael O’Connor (10th Aniv.) & son Tommy, Recently Deceased in Birmingham at 9.30am, and mass Moyvane for Bridie Moloney (1st Aniv.) Leitrim Middle at 11.00am.
STATIONS: On the Thursdays of Lent there will be the traditional Stations of the Cross in Duagh at 7pm. Listowel; a short Stations of the Cross after the 10.30 a.m. Mass each Friday morning during Lent.
ADORATION Takes place each Friday in the Sacristy in Duagh Church from 3.00 pm in the afternoon. Public Rosary starts at 7.00 pm Mass starts on Friday evening at the time of 7:30 pm.
DAILY MASS on RTE News Channel TV on Wednesday, 21st February at 10.30am will be from St.
John’s Church, Tralee.
JANICE CARRIG MINISTRIES will lead our Day of prayer for Healing at Our Lady of Lourdes Church Scartaglen this Sunday Feb 18th starting with Praise and Worship at 2.30, with Paddy Sheehan. Janice will conclude with personal prayer on a one to one.
THE WAR IN UKRAINE The weekend of the 24/25th February marks the second anniversary of the start of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Mindful of how many Ukrainians have taken refuge among us, please acknowledge and pray for the people of the Ukraine.
GAA Lotto Knockanure; Lotto Results from Tuesday January 30th January. Jackpot was €6,200.
Numbers Drawn: 1, 13, 19, and 30. No winner but lucky dips went to: 1. Caroline Foley, Abbeyfeale Hill; 2. Dara Neville, c/o Ger Buckley; 3. Ruth O Keeffe, Kilmorna; 4. Elvina McDermott, and 5. Pat O Keeffe, Kilmorna. Results from Tuesday 6th Feb., Jackpot €6,300. Numbers Drawn: 2, 14, 27, and 31.
No winner but lucky dips went to: 1. Peg Collins, c/o The Ploughman Bar; 2. Tady Finucane, Lissaniska; 3. Eilish Hantausld, c/o New Kingdom Bar; 4. Mag Lynch, Moyvane Village, and 5. Tom Harley, c/o John Barry. Next draw will take place in the clubhouse on Tuesday 13th Feb, all are welcome. Jackpot will be €6,400.
BUS: Kerry vs Dublin –Kerry GAA Supporters Club will take coaches to the NFL game Dublin vs Kerry in Croke Park on Saturday 24th February. This is a day trip. All seats must be booked by Thursday night 22nd February. For booking, please contact Donal O’Leary, John King or Martin Leane.
Munster Minor Championship – Round 1 Kerry 2-14 v Limerick 0-01. Kelly Enright and Leah McMahon among the scorers.
SPLIT the Bucket organised by the Knockanure Parents Association, next draw 29th of February.
Last Draw; https://fb.watch/qbwL5xSqSj/
GLÓRACH: The Korean/American film 'Past Lives' will be screening on Sunday, March 10th. the film examines the story of Nora and Hae Sung, classmates at primary school in Seoul, who have their deep friendship ended abruptly when Nora’s family emigrates. Two decades later, they meet in New York and over one week address notions of chance and circumstance and the choices people make that create a life. The film will commence at 7.30 pm, and tickets can be booked at 0871383940, www.glorachabbeyfeale.com or at the door
ART: THE Biodiversity and Creative Art Exhibition, now at Siamsa Tire in Tralee, curated and presented by participants with intellectual disabilities, was opened recently. A celebration of both environmental consciousness and creative artistic expression. The exhibition will remain open till March 19th. Contact Inspired at: 066 7117315 or e-mail info@inspired.ie. To make a purchase.
HEALTH AWARENESS DAY: The Island of Geese, Tralee is the location for the Youth Mental Health Awareness Day on March 2, facilitated by Kerry County Arts Office and local partners Munster Technological University.
WELLNESS AND ADDICTION: St Kieran’s GAA Club present a free presentation on Addiction and Mental Health by Ciaran Carey at Ardagh Parish Hall on Friday February 23 at 7.30pm.
“THE BANSHHEE OF CROKEY HILL” Abbeyfeale Drama Group present “The Banshee of Crokey Hill” by Tommy Marren at the Glórach continues on Sunday 18, 20,22, 24 and 25. Doors open 7pm, Curtain 8pm. Booking 0871383940.
SOCIAL DANCING CLASSES: Waltzing, jiving etc have started in the Plaza Hall, Listowel on Monday, January 22 for Beginners: 7.00-8.00 pm, Advanced: 8.00-9.00 pm. For bookings, please contact 087 7541631.
SET DANCING CLASSES: Set dancing classes are held in Ballyhahill Hall at 8pm; Marian Hall Moyvane on Monday’s; Con Colbert Hall Athea at 9pm, on Tuesday’s, and Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse Abbeyfeale at 8.30pm on Wednesday’s.
CÉILÍ: Con Colbert Hall Athea is the venue on Saturday February 24th from 9pm. Music by Uí Bhriain.
RAMBLING HOUSE will be held at Ballyhahill Hall on Wednesday February 21, at 8.00pm. Listowel on the last Thursday of the month.
BADMINTON: Ballyheigue badminton tournament in memory of Patrick Corridan took place recently. Results for Division 4: Winners: Niall O’Hanlon (Moyvane) & Laura O’Connor (Tralee), Runners Up: James Sheahan (Listowel) & Eileen McCarthy (Moyvane); Division 3: Winners: Niall O’Brien (Killarney) & Jeanelle Griffin (Moyvane), Runners-Up: Jason Russell (Tralee) & Jessica O’Loughlin (Kingdom Castleisland).
TROCAIRE BOXES: are available at the back of the church Please pick up a Box and return during Holy Week.
FUNDRAISING: Carol Liston O Connor & Family Fundraising Weekend from April 12 – 14th.
Tickets for the Fundraising Dance on April 12th at the Devon Inn are priced at €25, and raffle tickets for the raffle on the night are priced at 1 for €5, and 3 for €10. Tickets will be on sale at the GAA Club House on Thursdays from 7 – 8pm during Step to the Beat. Tickets contact Liz O’ Sullivan 087 6699783 or Mary Ita Casey 0874141157.
We will be promoting the events here, and on social media and the ask to all our readers and followers is to share the news and posts to help spread information.
The link to the gofundme page is – https://www.gofundme.com/…/wfqpm-help-carol-oconnor...
TEA DANCE; An afternoon tea dance in aid of the Kerry Emigrants will take place in Tomáisíns, Lisselton on Sunday, February 25 with music by Eddie Lee.
LACEY CUP: on Sunday, March 3, the 69th edition of the Lacey Cup will be hosted by Tralee Manor West Bicycle Club. The Manor West Hotel are offering a discount on accommodation. For full details, call 066 7194500. For event updates follow on social media or for further information please email traleebc.secretary@gmail.com
FESTIVAL: Ballydonoghue Bardic Festival Writing Competitions 2024. Closing Date: 29/02/2024, 5 p.m. 1. The James Award: Poetry (50 lines max) or Prose (2,500 words max), for writers 75 years young and above. 2. The Jer Lynch Poetry Award: Poetry (50 lines max); 3. Quiet Man Maurice Walsh Award: Short Story (2,500 words max); 4. Duais Phádraig Liath Ó Conchubhair: Dán (50 línte ar a mhéad) no Gearrscéal (2,500 focal ar a mhéad) as Gaeilge. Entry Fee: Adults, €10 for up to two entries in any combination. Pay via PayPal please on ballydbardfest.com or by cheque if posting. Phone Karen on 087 630 3308 if you need help. Prizes: James Award $200; Adults 1st. €150, 2nd. €100 and 3rd. €50 in each category. Email your entries to ballydbardfest@gmail.com or post to: Noelle Hegarty, Secretary BBF, Loughanes, Lisselton, Listowel.
REMEMBERING Maurice Walsh event Sunday 18th February at 3pm in Kerry Writers’ Museum in Listowel, we pay tribute to the remarkable talent and legacy of the legendary Kerry writer, Maurice Walsh, on the 60th anniversary of his death. A celebration of Walsh's contributions to literature, his remarkable storytelling abilities. An afternoon of poetry, story, drama and song while exploring the works of one of Kerry's literary treasures. For more information on Maurice Walsh, his early years, achievements, literary career and accolades, go to website; https://kerrywritersmuseum.com/.../remembering-maurice.../
PLAY “A Tomb with a View” written by Norman Robbins will be staged in Ballyhahill Hall on four nights in April – 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th.
MAYNOOTH: Evangelium Ireland will host its next Apologetics Conference for young Catholics at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth on Sat. 16th Mar. Talks & workshops include: The Gift of the Priesthood, Intro to the Theology of Joseph Ratzinger, Christian Marriage, Female Authors of the Catholic Revival, Christian Metaphysics, St Patrick. Mass will also be celebrated. Cost €38 including lunch, refreshments and evening social. View full programme/to register visit www.evangelium.ie or search ‘Evangelium Ireland’ on Eventbrite. Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn and pray with other young Catholics!
PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE; Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan, 11th September 2024 for 7 nights Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik, 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik. Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879, per person sharing. Optional: Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representative throughout. For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
SEASIDE town of Ballybunion, County Kerry.
‘Radharc: Holidays in Ireland’ provides a unique picture of Irish life in 1963. During a visit to Ballybunion on the August bank holiday week Fr. Peter Lemass talks to local people and visitors about what Ballybunion has to offer.
The local doctor describes Ballybunion as, A cross between Miami beach and Piccadilly.
This episode of ‘Radharc’ was broadcast on 24 October 1963. The presenter is Father Peter Lemass.
https://youtu.be/QTsK09NZ01g?si=ODlbvc3U8krB5jau
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ABBEYFEALE County Limerick is the heart of Ireland’s creamery country.
At the calf market early on a Monday morning business is brisk. A familiar scene each spring in Munster, this is the cattle trade. Trading cattle has been a feature of rural life in Ireland for hundreds of years. Many of the calves are bought by dealers to be reared far from where they were born. Once the calf is sold, a farmer knows very little about what happens to the calf.
‘On The Land’ observes the trading taking place and speaks to some of the farmers about the future of their calves once they have been sold.
‘On The Land’ broadcast on 3 April 1966. The reporter is Patrick Jennings.
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FARMING: Former vice-president of CEJA (European Council of Young Farmers), Thomas Duffy has said that Ireland needs to maintain the derogation for farming to remain “viable”.
In Agriland’s AgriFocus podcast this week, Duffy said that with derogation, farmers should also continue to move away from “bad practices”.
At the moment, only Ireland and Denmark continue to have the derogation.
Duffy said that as a country, Ireland will need to have research ready to prove why the farming landscape is different. https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/agrifocus-ireland-needs-derogation-for-farming-to-remain-viable/
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FEAST of St. Peter’s Chair is celebrated on Thursday 22nd February. It symbolises the position of the Pope as the guardian of the people of God. Feast of St. Finian of Clonard Co. Meath is celebrated on Friday 23rd February. One of the ‘twelve apostles of Ireland’. Students came from all over Europe to study at Clonard.
HISTORY: Kerry Archaeological and Historical Society events include the story of fifty years of Kerry Group, the centenary of the Kerry-Dublin All-Ireland of 1924, and the role of the railway in Killarney.
Founded in 1967 and has 600 members, https://www.kerryhistory.ie/
TITANIC: It is suspected that around 164 of the Titanic’s passengers were Irish, 110 of which lost their lives, while 54 survived.
One of the survivors, and the longest-lasting Irish survivor of the Titanic, was Cork woman Ellen ‘Nellie’ Shine. She died on 5 March 1993 at the age of 101.
https://www.irelandbeforeyoudie.com/longest-lasting-irish-survivor-of-the-titanic/
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Great Famine in Moyvane & Knockanure
May 21, 2023Written by Kay Caball
The return for Moyvane was compiled by Fr, Long. Long had been a staunch supporter of Daniel O’Connell’s politics for a prolonged period, collecting money for his case during the 1830s and 1840s.
The statutory censuses had reported populations of 4,224 in 1831 and 4,651 for the combined parishes of Murher and Knockanure. The population was almost exclusively Catholic; only 6 of the 1831 population were identified as Protestants by the Public Instruction Commissioners.
Return of Revd. John Long, P.P. of Moyvane:
Number of deaths from 1st October 1846 to 1st April 1847? – 180, exclusive of children, of whose deaths there was no return kept, but I would venture to say there could not be less than 40.
Number of same known to be caused by famine? – 106 adults, besides children, and I would say from their tender age that a higher proportion of them, died by famine.
Number of deaths during the same period last year? – 40 adults, besides children. I mean by adults all those who receive the rites of the church in the last sickness. Full story at
https://mykerryancestors.com/the-great-famine-in-moyvane-knockanure/
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LOUGH Derg Pilgrim Path is open every day of the year, but on a number of special days each year you can get an insight to the history and nature along the ancient pilgrim way by one of our expert guides.The first of these opportunities is a free event, part of National Pilgrim Paths Week. Our Pilgrim Path Day event at Lough Derg is on Easter Monday (1st April). Further dates to undertake the Lakeshore Pilgrimage at Lough Derg are Sunday 26th May & Saturday 1st September. Booking essential for both. Further details and online booking at: www.bit.ly/LDpilgrimpath
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If you’ve ever read the classic book Endurance, you probably shivered and shuddered as you wondered what it would have been like to have undertaken Ernest Shackleton’s famously arduous Antarctic rescue mission.
The adventurer Tim Jarvis did more than wonder. When Alexandra Shackleton challenged him to re-create her grandfather’s epic journey, he jumped at the chance to follow in the legendary explorer’s footsteps.
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Donal Walsh, the Kerry teenager who touched so many lives when he came to prominence through his writings and subsequent appearance on RTE Brendan O’Connor’s ‘The Saturday Night Show’. Donal who fund raised tirelessly while battling Cancer has now had the Donal Walsh #Livelife Foundation set up by his family primarily in order to promote his anti-suicide #Livelife message. His parents Elma and Fionnbar visit schools and other venues where asked, to help promote his message.
The foundation will also assist in his other causes of providing age appropriate teenage facilities in hospital and hospice care centres.
To date we have given over €500,000 to various teenage projects and mental health facilities that will benefit the Irish teenager for years to come.
http://donalwalshlivelife.org/
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Gay Byrne 1934 - 2019
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PLAN for the future.
A meeting of all parties involved in the Castleisland parish will be held in the River Island Hotel on Wednesday, February 21st at 8pm. Discussions will centre around the following questions:
1. Without the presence of a priest to lead and coordinate, what aspects of parish life could we, the laity, take responsibility for and organise ourselves?
2. Where do we see scope for cooperation with neighbouring parishes in our pastoral area?
3. Given what Bishop Ray has said about reducing numbers and increasing age, what do we want to say to priests?
In his letter Bishop Browne mapped out the challenge ahead as he sees it.
A Valuable and Valued Resource
“I see the life of the 110 local church-communities as a valuable and valued resource for people now and into the future. In the light of fewer clergy, we need to explore how each local church-community can thrive with local leadership acting co-responsibly with the priests ministering to the parishes of the pastoral areas,” said Bishop Browne.
“A church can still be the centre point for community life, even if there is no weekend Mass.
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KERRY: The Diocese of Kerry YouTube channel. During Lent, consider listening to and
reflecting on videos of talks given online in the diocese in recent times: Bishop
Brendan Leahy describes the Synod that he participated in in Rome over the four
weeks of October. The talk for parents in preparation for the Sacrament of
Confirmation given by Dr Dan O’Connell of Mary Immaculate College Limerick.
(Title, ‘Confirmation Talk’); The talk given by Dr Jessie Rogers, scripture scholar,
of St Patrick’s College Maynooth on coping with significant change in the
Church. (Title, ‘Moving forward in Hope’) and a webinar on ‘Strengthening Lay
Leadership in Parishes’ in preparation for our Parish Gathering (see below).
Visit www.dioceseofkerry.ie or google diocese of Kerry youtube channel, click on
same, then click videos.
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SPECIAL EVENT at Kerry Writers' Museum; Remembering Maurice Walsh Sunday February 18th - 3 pm. We invite you to join us this Sunday February 18th at 3 pm to pay tribute to the remarkable talent and legacy of the legendary Kerry writer Maurice Walsh, on the 60th anniversary of his passing. This unique gathering will be a celebration of Walsh's invaluable contributions to literature, leaving you inspired and engrossed by his remarkable storytelling abilities.
Born in Ballydonoghue in 1879, Walsh was one of the most popular Irish novelists of the mid 20th century, penning such classics as 'The Key Above the Door' and 'Blackcock's Feather'. He is probably best remembered for his short story 'The Quiet Man' immortalised in John Ford's 1952 film starring John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara. Don't miss out on this opportunity to indulge in an afternoon of poetry, story and drama exploring the works of one of Kerry's literary treasures.
Admission Free. Light Refreshments served.
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Community Climate Action Programme
Strand-1 – Action: Building Low Carbon Communities: Kerry County Council have been given an allocation of €663,000 for projects under Strand 1. Under this scheme, communities will partner with Kerry County Council to carry out projects that have a direct climate action impact.
https://www.kerrycoco.ie/communityclimateactionprogramme/
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2024 February 14 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
ST PIO devotions in Castleisland Church on February 13th 2024 – (Second Tuesday).
PARISH: Eucharistic Adoration in Moyvane: every Tues. after 10.00am Mass to 11.30am.
Confessions: Before Mass or by arrangement. Baptisms: Saturday afternoons only from 12 noon to 4pm. 2nd Collection at Masses 10th & 11th Feb. for Lourdes Helpers. The Kerry Diocese hopes to begin its pilgrimages to Lourdes again this year and so need helpers and assistants. They wish to have a collection to help fund this event including the Lourdes Helpers. Please assist.
ADORATION; Takes place each Friday in the Sacristy in Duagh Church from 3.00 pm in the afternoon. Public Rosary starts at 7.00 pm Mass starts on Friday evening at 7:30 pm. Adoration Listowel, takes places each Tuesday and Wednesday, beginning immediately after the 10.30 a.m. Mass, until 8.00 p.m
DEATH of James (Jimmy) O'Sullivan, Knocknagorna, Athea, on the 5th February, 2024. Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Mary and nephew Paudie Mullane. Jimmy is survived by his family, brother Johnny, sisters Mary B. Mullane (Athea), Peggy Barrett (Knockanure) and Phil O'Sullivan (Athea), aunt Peggy Dalton (Athea), sister in law Margaret, brothers in law Conor Mullane and Joe Barrett, nephews, niece, grand-nephews, and grand-nieces. Requiem Mass for Jimmy was celebrated in St. Bartholomew's Church, Athea, on Thursday, and burial afterwards in the family plot in Holycross Cemetery, Athea.
DEATH took place of Michael (Mickey) Flaherty, Keylod, Moyvane, on Sunday 4th February, 2024, in his 95th year. Predeceased by his wife Mary Ellen, son Michael Jnr., grand-daughter Heidi and grandson Michael Daniel, parents Timmy and Mary, brothers and sisters. Survived by his children, Mary, Tadhg, Helen, Kate, Angela and Liz, 16 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, sons in law, daughter in law, brothers in law Brendan and Dan Joe, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends. Requiem Mass for Mickey was celebrated at the Church of the Assumption, Moyvane, on Wednesday. Burial in the family plot in Ahavoher Cemetery, Moyvane.
DEATH has taken place of Dan Culhane, Killeaney, Glin, on February 1st, 2024, in his 90th year. Predeceased by his parents Michael and Mary, brother Thomas and sister Annie. Dan is survived by his wife Julia (Carr), family- Michael, Thomas, Brigid (Leahy, Clarina), Donal and Brendan, brothers Jack and Moss, sister Kitty (Moyvane), cousin Mary McSweeney, grandchildren Cian, Niamh, Liam, Maeve, Róisín, Marykate, Áine, Cáit, Ava, Daniel and John Michael, son-in-law Mark Leahy, daughters-in-law Breda, Karena and Johna, sisters-in-law Nora and Breda, nephews, and nieces.
Requiem Mass for Dan was celebrated on Monday at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Glin followed by burial afterwards in Kilfergus Cemetery, Glin.
DEATH of Mary O' Rourke, née Stack, Ballyhoulihan, Glin, and formerly, Main Street, Glin, on 1st February 2024. Predeceased by her parents Paddy and Tess, her sister Margaret and recently her father-in-law Pascal O'Rourke (Abbeyfeale). Mary is survived by her husband Michael, son Patrick, daughters Teresa, Sarah and Ann-Marie; brother John (Stack, Tarbert), sisters Josephine (Mulvihill, Moyvane) and Teresa (Egan, Tarbert), Uncle Eddie (Stack, Moyvane), sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and grand-nephews. Requiem Mass for Mary was celebrated at Glin Church on Saturday, 3rd February, followed by burial in Kilcornan Cemetery.
ANNIVERSARIES: Jerry Sheehy, Fr. Jim Finan, Sr. Aquin Enright, James Connolly, Stephen Casey, Hannah Ferguson, Betty McCarthy, Sr. Margaret Stack, Joe Mackessy, Bridie McElligott, Tom Kennelly, Billy Leahy, Johanna Dell, Paudeen Moloney, Bridie Moloney, Philomena O Connor, Dorothy O Sullivan,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.10th Feb.’24 Moyvane for John Sheehy RIP Recently Deceased at 7.30pm; Sun.11th Feb.’24 Knockanure for Catherine Culhane (Aniv.) Ballyguiltenane and deceased of the Culhane & Sheahan families at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Jack Shine (Aniv.) at 11.00am;
Tues.13th Feb.’24- Moyvane for James Fitzmaurice (12th Aniv.) Leitrim Middle and Dublin at 10.00am; Weds.14th Feb. Knockanure Ash Wednesday at 10.00am, Moyvane Vigil Mass at 7.30pm
Thurs.15th Feb. Moyvane Private Intention at 10.00am; Fri.16th Feb.’24 Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Sat.17th Feb.’24 Moyvane for Peter and John McGrath (Aniv.’s) at 7.30pm;
Sun.18th Feb.’24 - Knockanure Billy Leahy (Aniv.) at 9.30am and Mass Moyvane for Martin & Mary Mulvihill (Aniv.’s) at 11.00am.
FUTURE: Webinar: Planning for the Future of Parishes, Mon. Feb. 12th @ 7:30 pm. During this webinar, speakers from Austria and England will discuss lay involvement in their parishes. They will share the initiatives undertaken in their parishes, what has worked well, what has been challenging and what they see as the hope for the future. This webinar is in preparation for the upcoming parish gathering as part of the diocesan planning process, Moving Forward in Hope. Go to www.dioceseofkerry.ie to register.
FIRST Communion: Webinar; First Holy Communion – Journeying with your Child, Weds. Feb 21st at 7.30pm, for all parents and guardians of children preparing for First Communion. The guest speaker is Dr Patricia Kieran, parent and lecturer at Mary Immaculate College, Limerick. Register for the webinar on www.dioceseofkerry.ie
LENT: Diocese of Kerry YouTube channel. During Lent, consider listening to and reflecting on three videos of talks given online in the diocese in recent months:
• Bishop Brendan Leahy describes the Synod that he participated in in Rome over the four weeks of October. • The talk for parents in preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation given by Dr Dan O’Connell of Mary Immaculate College Limerick. (Title, ‘Confirmation Talk’) • The talk given by Dr Jessie Rogers, scripture scholar, of St Patrick’s College Maynooth on coping with significant change in the Church. (Title, ‘Moving forward in Hope’) You can access them via the diocesan website or via Google. Google … ‘YouTube Diocese of Kerry Channel’ … then click on ‘Diocese of Kerry – YouTube’ … then click on ‘videos’. The three videos should be in one of the top rows.
A TRIBUTE TO FR. TIM GALVIN: On Saturday, February 10th following the 6.30pm Mass in Abbeyfeale, Fran Leahy who volunteered with Fr. Tim in 2015 and 2016 as well as returning again in 2023 following his death will present a slide show showcasing some of the work that was enabled by donations Fr. Tim received from home. It will take place at St. Ita’s Day Care Centre. Everyone is welcome.
SCHOOL: Murhur N.S. Moyvane, Enrolment Application Forms for September 2024 are available by email at info@murhurns.com or by contacting the school at 068 49522 9:30am-12:30pm.
Scoil Chorp Chríost Knockanure is currently accepting enrolment for the coming academic year 2024-2025. Please contact Anne at school office telephone at 068-49130 or 087-7939134 or email scoilchorpchriost@gmail.com
CLOSING DATE Writers Week; This Award is for a work of Literary Fiction by an Irish Author published between the 1st February 2023 and 31st January 2024. Closing date Monday 19th February 2024. Prize: €20,000, several other competitions, their closing date Feb and March, contact https://writersweek.ie/competitions/
TINTEAN Ballybunion Dublin City Ramblers on 24th February 2024, nkartstheatre@gmail.com
ST JOHNS: Wed 14th – Classical with Ora Quartet at 8pm; Three separate Readings over three nights with local playwright Dick Walsh from 15th to 17th at 8pm, details from 068 22566.
SOCIAL DANCING Duagh, to Mike Condon February 16 and Norah Hickey on February 23.
Clounmacon Dancing Classes every Monday night at 8pm.
“THE BANSHHEE OF CROKEY HILL” Abbeyfeale Drama Group present “The Banshee of Crokey Hill” by Tommy Marren at the Glórach on Tuesday, February 13, Thursday 15, Saturday 17, Sunday 18 and the following week.
DRAMA AND WELLBEING CLASSES 5-12 YEAR OLDS: Glórach Theatre starting February 3 from 3 – 4.30pm.
RAMBLING HOUSE: Ita’s Rambling House will be held at the Desmond Complex on Friday February 16, at 8pm. Rambling house will be held at Ballyhahill Hall on Wednesday February 21, at 8.00pm. Knocalucka is on the 3rd. Tuesday of the month.
SOCIAL DANCING CLASSES: Waltzing, jiving etc have started in the Plaza Hall, Listowel on Monday 7.00-8.00 pm, Advanced: 8.00-9.00 pm. For bookings, please contact 087 7541631.
SET DANCING: On Sunday February 18th a set Céilí will be held in Halla Tadhg Gaelach from 3-6pm with music by Star Of Munster from Clare. Con Colbert Hall Athea is the venue on Saturday February 24th from 9pm. Music by Uí Bhriain.
DANCING CLASSES: Set dancing classes are held in Ballyhahill Hall at 8pm; Marian Hall Moyvane on Monday’s; Con Colbert Hall Athea at 9pm, on Tuesday’s, and Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse Abbeyfeale at 8.30pm on Wednesday’s.
NORELLA MOLYNEAUX Dancing- Monday nights Clounmacon Community Centre, V31PF95 at 8pm. and Wednesday nights in Lyreacrompane Community Centre at 8.15pm. All ages welcome.
EVENT: The Island of Geese, Tralee is the location for the Youth Mental Health Awareness Day on March 2, facilitated by Kerry County Arts Office and local partners Munster Technological University.
ACTIVE Travel Investment Programme for 2024, about €1bn allocation available nationwide.
DINNER: Athea GAA & LGFA, Dinner Dance Fri 1st March in the Devon Inn. These can be booked by contacting any member of the team / committee or Liz O’ Sullivan 087 6699783 or Mary Ita Casey 0874141157.
JOB: in the Tarbert CE Scheme; 1. Heritage / Coffee Shop Assistant – Tarbert Bridewell. Job Ref #CES-2317277; 2. Parish Hall Caretaker – Community Centre Tarbert. Job Ref # CES-2317286. No experience is needed for any of these positions as full training will be provided to the successful candidate. Please apply for any of these positions by contacting Jackie on 086-3266991 or email jackiekissane@asdeeballylongfordces.ie - CE Scheme rates apply.
CHINA: culture, history and traditions of China with music, instruments, dress, the Dragon Dance in the Square on Saturday, February 17th from 1-4 pm.
KERRY EMIGRANTS: An afternoon tea dance in aid of the Kerry Emigrants will take place in Tomáisíns, Lisselton on Sunday, February 25 with music by Eddie Lee.
CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY: Celebrate with Afternoon Tea in Kerry Writers’ Museum in Listowel on Wednesday 14th February, from 3pm to 5pm, Ticket Office on 068 22212.
KERRY defeat Cork; http://traleetoday.ie/photos-report-kerry-make-it-three-wins-on-the-trot-after-defeating-cork/
PRAYER: The Worldwide Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Sexual Abuse takes place in Ireland on Friday 16 February. The Day of Prayer is an initiative of Pope Francis and was first marked in Irish dioceses in 2017. At Mass that day parishes are asked to light a ‘Candle of Atonement’ on the altar. The candle symbolises repentance, light in the darkness, and hope
BADMINTON on 2nd of February in the Tralee Sports and Leisure Complex on Feb. 2nd, Helen Browne, Moyvane, was winner of CPC.ie Kerry Div 2 Ladies Singles Championships. The Kerry Juvenile Championships in Killarney with the girls’ and boys’ doubles. Players from Moyvane, Annauscaul, Castleisland, and Tralee contested finals, but Listowel contested all eight finals and won all eight.
RARE: this year Ash Wednesday falls on Valentine’s Day. The day of romance and a day of fasting at the beginning of Lent. The ashes come from burnt Palm Branches from Palm Sunday of last year. Ashes on our forehead that day are an indication of our desire to become more like Jesus, living as He wants us to live. The gospel on Ash Wednesday (Matthew 6: 1-18) reminds us of the three traditional practices of Christianity: Prayer, Fasting (Denying ourselves things we enjoy and
Making Sacrifices) and Almsgiving (Giving to those in need). Ash Wednesday is a day of Fast and Abstinence from Meat.
TROCAIRE Packs are available in most churches. They contain the Trócaire Box and information on Trócaire's work, helping very needy people in the Developing World.
NEWKD’s Home Visitation Service is a free service for people over the age of 60 in the North Kerry area and is a social visiting service. It is an initiative by NEWKD’s Rural Social Scheme and is supported by HSE’s Community Works Department, Public Health Nurses, Local Link, An Garda and our dedicated volunteers. We are actively looking to recruit volunteers for our service in all parts of North Kerry. Without volunteers it will be very difficult to expand our very valued service. Anyone interested in volunteering please feel free to contact Ed O Connor (068) 23429 or 087 7794765. Email: edoconnor@newkd.ie Office: NEWKD Office, 20 William St. Upper, Listowel.
DIVINE MERCY CONFERENCE 2024: R.D.S., Ballsbridge, Dublin on February 23rd, 24th, 25th. For information contact 086 0529008. A bus travelling Divine Mercy conference at the RDS on 23/24/25 Feb., Contact Paudie 0868630511 or Megan 08301288329 for details.
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES: Three Day Pilgrimages begins Friday, May 31 until Thursday 15th August. https://www.loughderg.org/2024season/
PILGRIMAGE to Lourdes Limerick; both Diocesan and Youth Pilgrimages takes place in June, details from 061 35 0000.
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
DIVINE MERCY CONFERENCE: A bus will be travelling to the Divine Mercy conference at the RDS on February23/24/25. Contact Paudie 0868630511 or Megan 08301288329 for details.
BOOK on Fourknocks ; Fourknocks archaeology, astronomy and mythology a small passage-tomb situated less than 10 miles from the giant megalithic monuments of Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth. Excavated in 1950 by Patrick J. Hartnett, and open to the public. The book will run to around 150 pages and will feature full colour photographs, illustrations and diagrams. It will also have generous footnotes and a comprehensive bibliography.
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RAIN: The wettest year in Muckross was recorded in 2015 with a total of 87 and three quarter inches of rainfall. The driest year 1971 in Muckross a total of 48 and a quarter inches.
The total at Muckross on December, 31 2023 was a total of 75 Inches of rainfall.
In 1943, Muckross recorded 63 and a half inches of rain.
1974-03-23 Irish People
GAA: IrishPP1974-03-23-019_page20
KERRY-S.F.L: Div. 1-Laune Rangers 0-10, Listowel 0-4; Tarbert 2-14 Sneem 0-3; Glenbeigh 5-3, Dr. Crokes 2-7;Tralee Austin Stacks 0-14, Spa 2-5; Dingle 1-6, Kenmare 0-9; Waterville 1-9, John Mitchels 1-3; Desmonds 3-6, Ballylongford 3-5.
Div. 2-Killarney Legion 0-9, Kilcummin 0-9; Moyvane 0-10, Kerins-O'Rahillys 0-2; Keel 2-5, Glenflesk 1-4; Ballymacelligott 1-9, Rathmore 1-9; Lispole 5-7, Gneeveguilla 0-9.
Div. 3A-Templenoe 1-8, Fossa 0-3; Currow 3-5, Skellig Rangers 0-7; Gaeltacht 2-10, Scartaglen 1-4;
Valentia 5-14, Renard 0-1; Listry 3-13, Firies 0-3.
Div 3B-Aunascaul 2-7, Cordal 0-2; Beale 3-5, St. Senans 04; Churchill 9-12, Ballydonoghue 0-1; Castlegrogory 4-11, Ballyconry 1-3.
Div. 4A-Laune Rangers (B) 0-9, Currow (B) 0-7.
Div. 4B-Duagh 2-10, Listowel 0-1; Austin Stacks (B 2-11, Knockanure 1-2.
https://indianamemory.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/IP/id/6822/rec/43
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SAVE US: Can Intellectual Humility Save Us from Ourselves? Intellectual humility is defined as a willingness to admit you’re wrong. It could be just the idea for our self-righteous times.
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LATE: There’s an unspoken timeline that people supposedly need to follow to have a successful life: be a good student in high school, get into a good college, and then get a good job right after you graduate. But you’ve probably met successful people whose lives didn’t follow this kind of linear arc and neat timeline, and maybe yours didn’t either. Their young adult years weren’t very auspicious, and they didn’t come into their own and find their bearings until after college, or even much later. My guest today explores the upsides of this kind of trajectory in his book: Late Bloomers: The Power of Patience in a World Obsessed with Early
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CHESS: Thanks to a charity called, the Gift of Chess, a young girl who just arrived in the U.S. from Colombia last year is now a nationally ranked player.
New York City has come up with a new pilot program to deal with the migrant crisis.
The highest court in the land is considering a case involving herring fishermen that may have an impact on certain religious liberty cases.
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25TH NATIONAL PIONEER BALL, on Saturday 6th of April in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, Mass at 6pm at the Cathedral of Christ the King, Dinner Dance at the Annebrook House Hotel 0449353300, Ball Tickets €40. Further information from Daisy 087 6544626 or Dermot 085 7201646.
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HISTORY: My father Jack Moran arrived in New York on April 5th, 1923. He was from Athea, a small village in County Limerick. He loved New York. And Brooklyn.
My mother was born in Kerry and raised in Limerick but she didn’t meet my father until she came to the States in 1927. The Irish in New York would all get together for parties and they met at one of those parties.
My mother was nine years younger and she had the prettiest blue eyes. They got married in 1928, had me in 1929, and my brother in 1931. At some point my father started to work at the Stock Exchange. He ran what they called “the car” – the elevator from the first floor to the sixth. It was for “Members Only,” and he was fascinated by the way the “members” dressed. He loved nice clothes.
https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/photo-album-jack-moran-on-tar-beach-94773299-237697051
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Talking to Andrew McCarthy, the star of iconic 1980s movies like Pretty In Pink, Less Than Zero and St. Elmo's Fire is a bit like talking to a teenage bedroom poster that somehow magically answers back. -----------------------------------
I have to ask him about his own Irish background, an important undercurrent in the book and in his life. “When you're an Irish American it's such a part of your identity, you know? I went back for a travel story for National Geographic Traveler, to find my roots which turned out to be in Duagh, County Kerry. It was odd because I thought I was a Cork man, which as you know is sort of like waking up and discovering your Boston Red Sox fan, when you thought you were a Yankees fan your whole life. So that was a shock.”
“But I first went to Ireland in 1986 and the first time I landed there, I felt at home in a way that was great. And I've been going back ever since and then I married an Irish woman (novelist and screenwriter Dolores Rice). We have a home in Dublin and it's become a whole thing.”
https://www.irishcentral.com/opinion/cahirodoherty/andrew-mccarthy-book-brat-80s-story
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PLASTIC: Six of the containers went overboard with Maersk saying that none of the container cargo is officially listed as hazardous material. There is no word about what else was in the boxes, but one of them contained 1,050 bags of the nurdles (less than 5 millimeters in size). Each sack is reported to hold 55 pounds of the nurdles. Greenpeace estimates that are 22,500 nurdles per pound which means there could have been nearly 1.3 billion nurdles in the container. Maersk told the Associated Press that the vessel’s owners hired multiple cleanup specialists to support the efforts to remove the plastics from the beaches.
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PLASTIC: On May 25 2021 explosions were heard on the ship, and containers began falling into the ocean. Piles of plastic pellets meters deep engulfed the nearby Sarakkuwa beach. There was so much plastic that “you could not see the sand,” says Muditha Katuwawala, founder of the environmental organization the Pearl Protectors. “It was really scary.”
https://cen.acs.org/environment/pollution/marine-plastic-spill-xpress-pearl-nurdle/101/i3
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FAMILY: Romance and Scandal in the Big Irish House.
Let’s take a look at the Earls of Clancarty, the LePoer-Trench family of south east County Galway.
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By Reporter 11 Jul 2023
THINK AHEAD - WHAT IS IT?
Think Ahead Planning Packs, developed by Irish Hospice Foundation (IHF), are easy to read guides for patients, their families, and caregivers to start putting their affairs in order for their end of life. With Think Ahead, people can make their care wishes known, appoint somebody to act as their healthcare advocate, keep track of important documents, and more. In the 10 years since Think Ahead was initially launched, it has become a key advance care planning resource for people in Ireland. Planning ahead can reduce stress or anxiety people may feel when facing dying. Using Think Ahead can also reduce conflict between family members. Over 100,000 people have already received a version of Think Ahead through their GP, at events, or by ordering from IHF.
Visit www.thinkahead.ie . Call IHF on (01) 679 3188. Email - thinkahead@hospice foundation.ie
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BREAKFAST: One make-ahead meal I’ve been enjoying recently is a high-protein breakfast bake. I got the idea from a fella named Johnny Hadac on Instagram who serves up easy, affordable meal prep recipes for people looking to lose weight/eat better.
This breakfast bake takes about 15 minutes to prep. The thing that takes the most time is dicing up your veggies. Bake time is about 35 minutes.
When you’re done, you’ll have six tasty, high-protein, low-carb mini breakfast casseroles that will leave your belly feeling nice and full, but without a ton of calories.
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SLAVES: By Courtney Mares
Vatican City, 08 February, 2024 / 8:15 pm (ACI Africa).
On the 10th International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking, Pope Francis urged people to take concrete actions to “combat this global scourge.”
“Let us help one another to be more responsive, to open our lives and hearts to our sisters and brothers who even now are being bought and sold as slaves. It is never too late to take action,” Pope Francis said in a message published Feb. 8.
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2024 February 7 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
PADRE PIO DEVOTIONS: ST PIO devotions in Castleisland Church on February 13th 2024 – (Second Tuesday).
PARISH: Confessions: Before Mass or by arrangement. Baptisms: Saturday afternoons only from 12 noon to 4pm. 2nd Collection at Masses 10th/11th Feb. for Lourdes Helpers. The Kerry Diocese hopes to begin its pilgrimages to Lourdes again this year and so need helpers and assistants. They wish to have a collection to help fund this event including the Lourdes Helpers. Please assist.
2nd Feb. (Friday) Presentation of the Lord. Candles blessed at 10am Mass in Knockanure and in Moyvane at Vigil Mass on Saturday. If you wish to have a candle blessed, come forward with it at that time. 3rd Feb. (Saturday) Feast of St. Blaise. Throats will be blessed after all weekend Masses for those who so want. Confirmation will be celebrated this year Weds. 20th March in Moyvane at 11.30am. Bishop Ray will be the main celebrant.
FEBRUARY is the month of the Holy Family. Sunday 11 February 2024 is the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes and World Day of the Sick.
POPE: The pope called for the special year last February to help prepare Catholics worldwide for the Holy Year, which begins with the opening of the Holy Door in St. Peter's Basilica Dec. 24.
LETTER from Bishop; https://www.dioceseofkerry.ie/2024/01/pastoral-letter-from-bishop-ray/
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for NEWKD’S HOME VISITATION SERVICE FOR OLDER PERSONS IN NORTH KERRY. The Home Visitation Service offers once a week visitation for social purposes, to support an older person and to link them to other existing community services in the area. The visits take place every Tuesday and last approximately 45 minutes. Contact, edoconnor@newkd.ie Office: NEWKD Office, 20 William St. Upper Listowel.
ADORATION takes place each Friday in the Sacristy in Duagh Church from 3.00 pm in the afternoon. Public Rosary starts at 7.00 pm Mass starts on Friday evening at the time of 7:30 pm. Moyvane Eucharistic Adoration: every Tues. after 10.00am Mass to 11.30am. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Abbeyfeale, every Friday from 10.30am to 7.00pm. Adoration will be held on Wednesday ,Thursday and Friday during Lent.
ANNIVERSARIES: Mikey Joe Walsh, Michael Sheehy, Mossy Kennelly, Sean Broderick, Jack Shine, Irene Nolan, James G O Callaghan, Mary Clancy, Fr. Tim Galvin, Nan Hurley, Sr. Mary O Connor, Sr. Margaret Austin Stack,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.3rd Feb.’24- Moyvane- Michael “Mick” O’Flaherty Jr. Recently Deceased at 7.30pm; Sun.4th Feb.’24- Knockanure for Jerry & Mary Enright (Aniv.) The Village, Knockanure at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Brendan “Ben” Mulvhill & Denis Mulvihill (Aniv.’s) Leitrim West at 11am; Tues.6th Feb.’24- Moyvane a Private Intention at 10.00am; Weds.7th Feb.’24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Thurs.8th Feb.’24- Moyvane a Private Intention at 10.00am; Fri.9th Feb.’24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Sat.10th Feb.’24- Moyvane for John Sheehy RIP, Recently Deceased at 7.30pm; Sun.11th Feb.’24 Knockanure for Catherine Culhane (Aniv.) Ballyguiltenane deceased of Culhane & Sheahan families at 9.30am, and Moyvane mass for Jack Shine (Aniv.) at 11.00am.
DIVINE MERCY CONFERENCE 2024: R.D.S., Ballsbridge, Dublin on February 23rd, 24th, 25th. For information contact 086 0529008. A bus travelling Divine Mercy conference at the RDS on 23/24/25 Feb., Contact Paudie 0868630511 or Megan 08301288329 for details
LISTOWEL AREA PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING: Representing the parishes of Listowel, Lixnaw, Duagh and Moyvane, will meet on Tuesday 6th February at 8pm. in St. Patrick’s Hall.
SICK: February 11 is World Day of the Sick, an observation introduced by Pope John Paul II as a way for believers to offer prayers for those suffering from illnesses.
International Day of Human Fraternity February 4, 2024.
FEET: Care of the Aged Moyvane/Knockanure - a chiropodist will attend the Marian Hall, Mon. Feb. 5th at 11 a.m. For an appointment contact Noreen 068-49238.
SCHOOL: Murhur N.S. Moyvane, Enrolment Application Forms for September 2024 are available by email at info@murhurns.com or by contacting the school at 068 49522 9:30am-12:30pm.
Scoil Chorp Chríost Knockanure is currently accepting enrolment for the coming academic year 2024-2025. Please contact Anne at school office telephone at 068-49130 or 087-7939134 or email scoilchorpchriost@gmail.com
MUSIC Workshop for Lent and Easter 2024, the purpose of the workshop will be to introduce new music for both liturgical seasons. On Weds. 7th Feb. the workshop will take place in the John Paul II Pastoral Centre, Killarney at 7:30pm. On Thurs. 8th Feb. the workshop will be repeated in St John’s Parish Centre, Tralee, also at 7:30pm. The two workshops are to facilitate musicians from both north and south of the diocese. All choir directors, choir members, musicians, cantors and all involved in music ministry are welcome to attend. Music will be provided on the night. Please contact Tomás Kenny on 086 3683778 or email Tomás at tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie if you’d like to attend.
NORELLA MOLYNEAUX Dancing- Monday nights Clounmacon Community Centre, V31PF95 at 8pm. and Wednesday nights in Lyreacrompane Community Centre at 8.15pm. All ages welcome.
TINTEAN Ballybunion; Kilfenora Ceili Band on Feb. 4th.
CONCERT: The Ballydonoghue Bardic Festival Committee present Brendan Begley and Steve Cooney in Concert at Tomaisin's, Lisselton, on Saturday, Feb 3rd at 8.00pm. Tickets €15. Available at Tomaisin's and Ryan's Mace or call/text Noelle on 086 845 1263.
GAA Knockanure Lotto Results from Tuesday January 16th January. Jackpot was €6,000. Numbers Drawn: 3, 21, 22, and 29; No winner but lucky dips went to:1. Pat Mulvihill, Knockanure; 2. John Shanahan and Katie, c/o Kevin’s Bar; 3. Kathleen Flynn, Abbeyfeale; 4. Sandra Stack, Bunagara, and
5. Ann and Richard O Connor, Keylod. Lotto Results from Tuesday January 23rd January. Jackpot was €6,100. Numbers Drawn: 11, 17, 19, and 26. No winner but lucky dips went to: 1. D&M Collins, Lissaniska; 2. David Harley, c/o John Barry; 3. Jamie O Connor, Kilmeaney; 4. Kyle Foran, Clonshan, Dublin, and 5. Breda Kiely, SCC, Abbeyfeale. The next draw will take place on Tuesday 30th January, all are welcome. Jackpot will be €6,200. Match; North Kerry League Division 1B Round 1
Moyvane 1-12 and Ballyduff 2-09.
WE WON AGAIN! Murhur National School, Out of 61 entries from 16 schools in 9 counties in Ireland, The children in the Senior Room were awarded 2nd place in Best Learning Journey in the All-Ireland 3D Printing Sustainability Challenge. They received this award for their communication, resilience, engagement, teamwork and enthusiasm. We now go forward to represent Ireland at a European Online Showcase as one of only 4 award winners from Ireland! The children also won prizes - a €300 voucher for science equipment, a 3D printer toolkit kit & a class trio to Stryker manufacturing in Cork.
RAMBLING HOUSE Clounmacon will be restarting on Friday 9th February. Everyone welcome to come along. It will be the second Friday of every month at 8.30pm.
LISTOWEL COMMUNITY GAMES: Quiz Competition U14 over 11: Quiz competition will be held in Listowel Emmets clubhouse at 7p.m on Friday Feb 9th. Registration @ 6.30p.m. €2 per child. €5 per family. Gymnastics – If anyone is interested in participating in Gymnastics please text Karena on 087 2035865 by Friday 8th March. Boys & Girls Individual Events - Under 9/Over 7, Under 11/Over 9, Under 13/Over 11, Under 15/Over 13.
LISTOWEL ST. PATRICKS DAY COMMITTEE will hold their AGM on Tuesday 6th February at 7pm upstairs in Christys Bar, all welcome.
ACTIVE RETIREMENT GROUP – (over 55’s) meet in Tarbert Bridewell every Friday between 10.30am and 12 Noon. We have different activities every week followed by refreshments. New Members are welcome.
FLOWERS are making progress, a daffodil and furze bush, and also the shoots of bulbs are thriving, including garlic.
MAGAZINE: Kilflynn Chronicle is now available at usual outlets.
BADMINTON: Kerry County Championship competition took place recently in Tralee Sports and Leisure Centre. Division 3; Ladies: Winner: Adele O’Brien (Killarney), and R-Up: Bridget McCarthy (Moyvane)
DANCING every Tuesday Night at the Old Central Ballroom in Ballybunion at 7.30pm.
Dance at Lisselton on 25th of Feb. from 3pm to 5pm in aid of Kerry Emigrants. Dance at the Plaza Listowel on 5th Feb., from 3 to 5pm.
DRAMA Festival Kerry, will be held in Castleisland from 1st to 9th March 2024.
ROADWORK ; County Council advise Road Users that Water main Replacement and Road Pavement Works will take place from the Church of Assumption in Abbeyfeale to Mount Mahon from Monday 29th of January – Friday 29th of March .
OPEN MIC: ‘Literary Listowel’ Readings take place on the first Thursday of every month, from 11 am.
FR. TIM GALVIN: On Saturday, February 10 following the 6.30pm Mass which will be offered to mark his 1st anniversary, Fran Leahy originally from New St. and who volunteered with Fr. Tim in 2015 and 2016 as well as returning again in 2023 will present a slide show showing some of the work that was enabled by the donations he received from home. It will take place at St. Ita’s Day Care Centre and tea and biscuits will be served. Everyone is welcome.
ST JOHN’S; Sat 10th- Comedy- A Celebration of Father Ted with Joe Rooney at 8pm; Wed 14th- Classical Ora Quartet . Sunday 18th at 5pm Traditional- Ronan O Snodaigh & Myles O Reilly, details from 068 22566.
CONCERT: A fundraising concert in aid of Tournafulla Community Hall on Saturday, February 10 will star Denis Curtin, Donie Nolan and friends, The Wright Sisters, Willie and John Larkin, Tournafulla Church Choir and the local Wrenboy Group. Tickets are available from The Homestead. Doors open at 8pm.
“THE BANSHHEE OF CROKEY HILL” Abbeyfeale Drama Group present “The Banshee of Crokey Hill” by Tommy Marren at the Glórach on Tuesday, February 13, Thursday 15, Saturday 17, Sunday 18 and the following week.
DRAMA AND WELLBEING CLASSES 5-12 YEAR OLDS: Glórach Theatre began on February 3 from 3 – 4.30pm.
HEALTH: In conjunction with Operation Transformation, Athea GAA will host the Annual Ireland Lights Up Walks on Thursday evenings from 7pm – 8pm, running till February 29th.
BUS from Athea to Croom and back again to Athea, takes about three hours if you stay on the bus.
VALENTINES Day celebrate with Afternoon Tea in Kerry Writers’ Museum in Listowel on Wednesday 14th February, from 3pm to 5pm, for an afternoon filled with prosecco, gourmet sandwiches, homemade scones, and a mouth-watering selection of bite-size desserts.
To make this occasion even more special, we will have live entertainment to serenade you!
Tickets are available at just €20 per person. Ticket Office on 068 22212.
EVENT: The Island of Geese, Tralee is the location for the Youth Mental Health Awareness Day on March 2, facilitated by Kerry County Arts Office and local partners Munster Technological University.
RECOVERY Haven received funding from the National Lottery in 2023, to continue offering free hydrotherapy classes for its clients.
THE HEALY RAE’S: A dance will be held at The Gleneagle Killarney celebrating 50 years in Politics by the Healy Rae’s on Friday, February 9 at 8.30pm.
DINNER: Athea GAA & LGFA, Dinner Dance Fri 1st March in the Devon Inn. These can be booked by contacting any member of the team / committee or Liz O’ Sullivan 087 6699783 or Mary Ita Casey 0874141157.
CHINA: culture, history and traditions of China with music, instruments, dress, the Dragon Dance in the Square on Saturday, February 17th from 1-4 pm.
NEW Moon on 9th of February.
CALF Feeding: Farmers have been reminded not to feed ‘waste milk’ to their calves where whole milk is being fed to calves on farms this spring.
Milk from cows which have been treated with antibiotics cannot be used for human consumption within a given withdrawal date, and farmers have been reminded that this milk should not be fed to calves.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/farmers-reminded-not-to-feed-waste-milk-to-calves/
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OLD Farmers; Dr. Conway said: “Farmers and their families remain a critically important component of rural life throughout Ireland. This fundamental point must be recognised by governments and society as a whole. “Many farmers feel they don’t want, nor need, to retire, once they reach 65 or 66
years-of-age. “They feel they still have lots to offer, and this is absolutely correct. There is no substitute for experience. “For a government simply to push ahead with a finance-heavy retirement package is not the right approach to take when it comes to dealing with the issue of farm succession.” https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/older-farmers-still-play-vital-role-within-rural-communities-academic/
PILGRIMAGE to Lourdes Limerick; both Diocesan and Youth Pilgrimages takes place in June, details from 061 35 0000.
SICK; When the Irish census was taken, returns were obtained respecting disease, and a curious and interesting report, embodying the result of this inquiry, has been presented to Parliament. It is supposed that no such account has ever been taken in any country. The number of the sick in Ireland on the 30th of March, 1851, was 104,495, or about 1 in every 62. of the population -- somewhere about five-sevenths of the number who die in a year. In order, however, to find how many of the population were by circumstances unavailable as working members of the community, we are reminded that we must take into account 250,611 persons who were inmates of workhouses, 3,436 confined in lunatic asylums, 2,271 in asylums for the aged and infirm, 3,839 in hospitals, and 15,609 in prisons, amounting in all to 275,766 persons provided for by the country, while 48,291 were labouring under sickness at their own homes; altogether amounting to 324,057 persons, or one in every 201/4 of the community. This amount of unavailable population differs materially in the four provinces, and the variation exhibits in some degree the proportion of poverty, sickness, and crime in these different localities. Thus, in Ulster, we find one in 47.36; in Leinster, 1 in 22.63; in Connaught, 1 in 20.19; and in Munster, 1 in 11.78. The Census Commissioners reckoned the deaf-dumb, the dumb, the blind, and the insane among the sick. There was one person deaf and dumb in every 1,380 of the community, the total number being 4,747, and seven-eighths of them were born deaf and dumb. There were 433 persons dumb, but not deaf-also mostly born so; they were generally paralytic or idiotic, but there were instances of persons dumb only, without other defect. Nearly 100 of the deaf and dumb were married, and there were six instances of the intermarriage of deaf and dumb persons; of the 216 children of all these marriages only two were deaf and dumb. Muteism, it appears, is often manifest in several members of a family derived from a common stock, but the defect is seldom transmitted direct from parents to children. Generally the deaf mute was one only in a family of several children, oftenest the first or the last child; in one instance the 29th child, all the 29 being born of the same parents. Only 232 of the deaf and dumb were in public institutions for the instruction of persons so afflicted. Deaf-dumbness prevails most in the rural districts presenting mountain ranges. There were 7,587 blind persons -- one in every 864; more than half of them were married, and two-thirds were above 40 years old; 19 persons were deaf, dumb, and blind. There were 5,074 lunatics (one in every 1,291), and 4,906 idiots (one in every 1,336), the great majority of the latter so born; above 1,000 of the lunatics and above 3,500 of the idiots were neither in asylums, gaols, nor workhouses. The Census Commissioners remark that the number of those who are at large demands the serious attention of the State. Of the 250,611 persons in workhouses, 42,474 were labouring under disease; of the 15,609 persons (debtors, accused, and criminals) in prisons, 1,072. There were 577 debtors in prison; the prisoners convicted of crimes were one in 526 of the population.
Of the whole number of the sick in Ireland, 1 in 118 had smallpox, 1 in 30 influenza (partially epidemic at the time), 1 in 189 was in childbed, 1 in 10 had disease of the chest. 191 persons were returned (chiefly from hospitals and by the police) as ill from the effects of cold, exposure, or starvation. 501 of the sick were under one year old; 464 were 90 and upwards. More were between 10 and 15, than of any other period of life.
http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~econnolly/oextracts/oemccombs1855.html
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https://fultonhistory.com/Fulton.html
New York NY Irish American Advocate 1935-1936 - 0442.pdf
14 Dec 1935
James Ambrose, Whamgona, Stratford, New Zealand, applied for the old age pension.
Result—he learns of sum of £635 awaiting him to the Irish Courts.
This unusual drama was revealed before the Master of the High Court in Dublin, Friday, when an order was made for payment of the amount to the claimant.
Edward Fitzgibbon on behalf of James Ambrose, said claimant, whose family resided near Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, was left £200 under his father's will, which was made in 1897, two years after claimant had gone to New Zealand. As a result of Court proceedings in 1918 £317 was placed to his credit and the amount now was £636
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FOUR IRISH NUNS PASS ON
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Irish doctors disagree with the theory advanced by D r . A. Stephens, of London, that the National health of the Irish people was degenerating.
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T h e Government has appointed a Commission to make a full inquiry into the condition of houses and the rent being paid in all towns and cities in the Irish Free State.
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The funeral of Mrs. Ellen Tobin, widow of John Tobin, Abbeyfeale, was largely attended. The chief mourners were Tim and Dan Tobin, Abbeyfeale, and Jack Tobin, Dublin, sons ; Sergeant Hayes , Wicklow, Sons in-law; T. R. Collins, Listowel brother; M r s . K. Finnegan, Dublin, niece; J . Collins, Croom, nephew.
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T w o hundred fat cattle, 300 tons of potatoes, and a general cargo left Dublin yesterday for Morocco by the Limerick Steamship Co.'s boat Kyleclare.
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Sale of Kilkenny Castle Library
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SCHOLARSHIP: The Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) offers Japanese Studies Student Scholarships to Irish undergraduates born between April 2, 1994 and April 1, 2006 to study at designated Japanese universities for a period of one year as part of their degree, in order to deepen their understanding of the Japanese language and Japanese culture and affairs. The scholarship is for one year at a university decided by MEXT.
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17 October 1978
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the 1978 Nobel Prize for Physics in two equal parts: one to Professor Piotr Leontevitch Kapitsa, Institute of Physical Problems, USSR Academy of Sciences, Moscow, for his basic inventions and discoveries in the area of low-temperature physics;
and the other, to be shared equally between Dr Arno A. Penzias and Dr Robert W. Wilson, Bell Telephone Laboratories, Holmdel, New Jersey, USA, for their discovery of cosmic microwave background radiation.
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SISTERS: There are about 155 Sisters of St Louis in the Irish Region. The Irish Region encompasses Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
Most sisters in the Region have reached official retirement age. However, apart from sisters who are ill or very frail, most sisters continue to actively serve others and make the world a better place. We have, however, largely moved from active corporate ministry to one of collaborative outreach and prayerful solidarity with local communities and the wider world. Many sisters are involved in internal ministry and care of each other. Some are also involved in pastoral and prayer ministries, retreat work, chaplaincy, spirituality and religious formation. Still other sisters continue to be active in education in both community and formal settings. This includes second chance education opportunities, teaching English as a second language, acculturation programmes and homework clubs for migrants, development education with particular reference to climate change and the integrity of creation, Governance, strategic development and trusteeship roles.
At least 100 sisters who are currently members of the Irish Region have lived and been in ministry in Belgium, Brazil, California, England, France, Ghana, Liberia, or Nigeria.
https://www.stlouissisters.org/ireland/
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TG4 Dé Domhnaigh @ 20:30; In each episode a special guest will have the opportunity to trace their family history and surname. This will take them as far back as possible in history. We are fortunate enough in Ireland to still have many of our archaeological heritage sites which means that guests can visit an old stronghold associated with their clann's name. We will cast an eye on other people who have held that same surname, some famous and infamous. Some of the surnames will include O'Flaherty, Murphy, Joyce, O'Donnell and more.
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FOREST: FII said that conifers produce the valuable softwood timber products that are needed for construction and other sectors such as pallets, fencing, packaging, and bioenergy.
The latest data from the latest National Forest Inventory shows that Ireland’s forests will produce enough timber for 1.4 million homes by 2040.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/fii-economic-value-of-sitka-spruce-increasingly-apparent/
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The Little-Known Story of When the Masons Tried to Kill Don Bosco
St. John Bosco. CNA Staff News- January 31, 2024
History notes how much the Freemasons hated St. John Bosco, the founder of the Salesians — whose feast the Church celebrates on Jan. 31 — but less known are their attempts to kill him.
The two assassination attempts ordered by Freemasons against Bosco can be found in The Biographical Memoirs of Don Bosco and was recounted in the June 1, 1980, issue of the Salesian Bulletin, the official publication of the Salesian Family.
According to these accounts, a former student of Bosco named Alessandro Dasso showed up at the gatehouse in late June 1880 asking to speak to the priest.
“His eyes were full of anguish,” the account related. “Don Bosco received him with his usual kindness,” but faced with the “growing agitation” of the young man, the founder of the Salesian family asked him: “What do you want from me? Speak! You know that Don Bosco loves you.”
At these words, Dasso “fell to his knees, burst into tears and sobs,” and revealed the truth.
According to the story, the young man was a Freemason and the group had sentenced Don Bosco to death. Twelve men’s names had been drawn, and they were to carry out the order.
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CHURCH: Moving Forward- Webinar- Lay Leaders in Parish on Monday Feb 12th at 7.30 pm.
This webinar will feature guest speakers from Innsbruck (Austria) dioceses and Liverpool, sharing stories on their efforts to strengthen lay leadership in parishes without resident priests. They will talk about initiatives they have taken, what has worked well, where they are struggling, and what they see as their direction for the future. It will also feature Fr. Gerry O Hanlon SJ, who will set the stories in the context of the next stage of the synodal process.
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_K1ZVeq_IQNSy7Oy0zN6zcA#/registration
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SOLAR: Redemptorists came to Limerick in 1851 to preach a mission in St John’s Cathedral, are now installing solar panels on their monastery.
WHAT NEXT 2024
Dive in, Discover Dance at WHAT NEXT dance festival 06-10 February 2024
https://dancelimerick.ie/what-next-2024/
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THE LOURDES HELPERS FUND: Over 50 years ago Kerry Diocese decided to go on pilgrimage to Lourdes to enable assisted (sick) pilgrims visit the shrine. This year is the 50th pilgrimage with assisted pilgrims (due to the pandemic assisted pilgrims were unable to travel some years). This year is sort of a new beginning or restarting of the pilgrimage. The theme for this year in Lourdes is “come here in procession” which Our Lady asked St Bernadette. As we return, we need helpers, nurses, and the need to inform people (who need assistance) to join us in 2024.
Daycare centres/nursing homes are invited to inform their service users who may wish to travel with us. The Pilgrimage has changed in many ways over the past 50 years, but the main purpose is still the same, to take the sick to Lourdes and for this we need helpers. Many are students and thus require help to finance the trip. This collection goes towards that effort. The Lourdes Helpers Fund also helps assisted pilgrims who may not be able to afford to pay the full fare and would like to go to Lourdes. The collection for the Lourdes Helpers will be taken up as a second collection after communion on the weekend of the 10th/11th February 2024.
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STUDY THEOLOGY ONLINE is this for you? The Priory Institute provides online Theology courses to degree level. Attend Saturday lectures in Tallaght or from the comfort of your own home. Register before February 14. Find out more on our website, prioryinstitute.com Click here to see a 2 minute introductory film Prioryinstitute.com
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https://youtu.be/sANl5dyIDB0
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Athea & NCW 29 Jan 2024.wmv
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https://youtu.be/G3juiEx4L6A
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Listowel Rambling House 25 January 2024
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2024 January 31 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
FEET: Care of the Aged Moyvane/Knockanure - a chiropodist will attend the Marian Hall, Mon. Feb. 5th at 11 a.m. For an appointment contact Noreen 068-49238.
SCHOOL: Scoil Chorp Chríost Knockanure is currently accepting enrolment for the coming academic year 2024-2025. Please contact Anne at school office telephone at 068-49130 or 087-7939134 or email scoilchorpchriost@gmail.com
Murhur N.S. Moyvane, Enrolment Application Forms for September 2024 are available by email at info@murhurns.com or by contacting the school at 068 49522 9:30am-12:30pm.
THANKS: Kerry branch of the Samaritans would like to thank Parishioners for their support of their recent Christmas collection, which is much appreciated. €1,440 was collected.
HELP: Facilitator Needed. The diocese wants a Facilitator from this parish to organize a meeting so as to explore the future of this parish. The purpose of this meeting is to develop ways to respond to the challenge of the diminishing numbers of priests. Each parish is being asked to do this. The meeting is scheduled for late February and on February 7th there will be a zoom training session for all those selected to be facilitators. If you are ready to volunteer or if you suggest a person, let Fr. Brendan know so that the name is sent to the diocese who will choose the person for this role. Time is short, before January 28th.
PPC Meeting will take place on Thurs. 8th Feb. at 7.30pm in the Sacristy (not Weds. 7th because of a possible conflict of interest with Zoom training on 7th!).
BISHOP: A Pastoral Letter from Bishop Ray Browne will be available at all Masses in due course. The letter is titled "Moving Forward in Hope - shaping together the future of pastoral areas, parishes and local church communities in our diocese."
VOLUNTEER: 'As we begin a new year, why not consider becoming a Trócaire Parish Volunteer and help make a difference in some of our world's most vulnerable communities. If you care about social and global justice, this could be for you. Activities include supporting the annual Lenten Campaign as well as taking part in a wide range of events to help Trócaire spread the word about the vital work they do. For more information, call Fr Joe Begley on 086-2498967 or Janet Twomey on 021-4275622 or email volunteering@trocaire.org.'
ST PIO devotions in Castleisland Church on February 13th 2024 – (Second Tuesday).
Listowel St. Padre Pio & 1st Friday 2nd of Feb.evening mass at 6.45.
ANNIVERSARIES: John Moloney, Mike Leahy, Tim Lynch, Kathy Scollard, Mai Kelliher, Kitty Curtin, Eileen O Loughlin, Sr. Sacred Heart Meade, Denny Mulvihill, Frank O Dowd, John Corridan, Mary O Carroll, Jerry Codogan, Bridget Rowley.
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.27th Jan.’24- Moyvane for Bill Horan (Aniv.) & deceased of the Horan family at 7.30pm; Sun.28th Jan.’24- Knockanure for James & Kathleen O’Connor (Aniv.)The Hill, Knockanure at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Ellie Mai, Mike Joe, Seamus & Tom O’Flaherty (Aniv.’s) The Village at 11.00am; Tues.30th Jan.’24-Moyvane for Patrick O’Connor (1st Aniv.) Clounprohus at 10.00am;
Weds.31st Jan.’24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Thurs.1st Feb.’24-Moyvane for Eileen Collins (Aniv.) at 10.00am; Fri.2nd Feb.’24-Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Sat.3rd Feb.’24- Moyvane for Michael “Mick” O’Flaherty Jr. Recently Deceased at 7.30pm; Sun.4th Feb.’24 Knockanure for Jerry & Mary Enright (Aniv.) The Village, Knockanure at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Brendan “Ben” Mulvhill & Denis Mulvihill (Aniv.’s) Leitrim West at 11.00am.
BEST WISHES TO SEÁN MURPHY, Kerry seminarian who is currently doing his placement in Our Lady and St. Brendan’s Parish, who will be ordained deacon in Glenbeigh Church on Sunday January 28th
at 3pm. The ceremony is open to anyone who would like to attend. We pray God’s blessing on Seán at this special time.
RAMBLING House Knockanure, First Thursday of the month and Clounmacon session is on Friday 9th of Feb. Video link https://youtu.be/G3juiEx4L6A, Filename, Listowel Rambling House 25 January 2024.
ST BRIGID’S Day (Lá Fhéile Bríde) is celebrated on February 1st. The Bank Holiday will take place on the first Monday in February each year, except where St Brigid’s day happens to fall on a Friday, in which case that Friday February 1st will be a public holiday.
St. Brigid’s Day
To mark St. Brigid’s Day 2024, two events are currently being planned to take place at St. Bartholomew’s Church, Athea. A workshop will be held at the Church on January 31st ( St Brigid’s Eve) at 7.30pm, where everyone is welcome to come along and make a St Brigid’s Cross. Materials will be provided, and there will be some experts at hand to guide you. Tea and Coffee will also be served. During Sunday morning Mass on February 4th a short re-enactment of the life of St Brigid will be acted out by some local children. We would like to extend a cead míle fáilte to everyone to join us for both events, to commemorate & remember this special saint.
FEAST of the Presentation of the Lord 2nd of February, Candlemas Day. Saint Blaise feast on Saturday 3 February, he was Bishop of Sebastea in Armenia and was martyred in 315 AD. He is patron saint of people with sore throats and sick cattle.
ADORATION takes place each Friday in the Sacristy in Duagh Church from 3.00 pm in the afternoon. Public Rosary starts at 7.00 pm Mass starts on Friday evening at the time of 7:30 pm.
TRIBUTE TO THE LATE FR. TIM GALVIN: On Saturday, February 10 following the 6.30pm Mass in Abbeyfeale which will be offered to mark his 1st anniversary. Fran Leahy originally from New St. and who volunteered with Fr. Tim in 2015 and 2016 will present a slide show showing some of the work
that was enabled by the donations he received from home. It will take place at St. Ita’s Day Care Centre and tea and biscuits will be served. Everyone is welcome.
FREE COMPUTER SKILLS COURSE: Every Tuesday from 2pm to 4pm in The Bulter Centre, Listowel. This course is for adults. Please call Vivienne 086 0749758.
CONCERT: A fundraising concert in aid of Tournafulla Community Hall on Saturday, February 10 will star Denis Curtin, Donie Nolan and friends, The Wright Sisters, Willie and John Larkin, Tournafulla Church Choir and the local Wrenboy Group. Doors open at 8pm.
ST JOHNS; Thursday 1st Feb. Theatre- Nettle Horse; Sat 3rd to Thursday 8th Theatre- The Roses of Tralee and on Sat. 10th Comedy – A Celebration of Fr. Ted with Joe Rooney, details from 068 22566.
DRAMA: Abbeyfeale Drama Group present “The Banshee of Crokey Hill” by Tommy Marren at the Glórach on Tuesday, February 13, Thursday 15, Saturday 17, Sunday 18 and the following week.
DANCING CLASSES: Waltzing, jiving etc have started in the Plaza Hall, Listowel for Beginners: 7.00-8.00 pm, Advanced: 8.00-9.00 pm. For bookings, please contact 087 7541631.
TEA DANCE: at Plaza Listowel on Monday, February 5, dancing from 3pm to 5.30pm.
DANCE: It’s on in Asdee Community Centre on Sunday, February 4 from 2.30 – 5.30pm. – Fundraiser in aid of Cenacolo Community, Knock.
DANCING: every Friday night in the Duagh Sports and Leisure Complex 8:30pm to 10:30pm. Complimentary teas and coffees. Door prize on the night. Everyone welcome.
RECOVERY HAVEN KERRY (Cancer Support House) will have a Designer Fashion Showcase event taking place in the Gleneagle INEC Arena on February 1st, 2024, at 7pm. The event will be MC’ d by legendary RTE broadcaster, Mary Kennedy. Tickets are only €30 and are for sale at Recovery Haven Kerry 5 Haigs Terrace Tralee or at the Gleneagle INEC box office, they can also be purchased online.
For further information please ring 066 7192122
BARDIC FESTIVAL Committee Ballydonoghue, present Brendan Begley and Steve Cooney in Tomaisin’s Saturday 3rd February at 8 p.m.
GLÓRACH: “Our first film screening of the New Year takes place on Sunday, January 28th with our screening of the French film, 'Driving Madeline' by Christian Carion. A heart-warming film that charts the journey across Paris of taxi driver Charles and the elderly Madeline, who is set to enter a nursing home but has one last glorious look back at her life in the course of the drive across the city. The film kicks off at 7.30 pm and tickets can be booked at www.glorachabbeyfeale.com or at the door on the night.”
COMMUNITY GAMES Listowel : following events and dates: Basketball U13 Boys: text Claire by Friday 2nd Feb on 087 9595211. Swimming: If any child would be interested in competing in any of the following Swimming events, please text Karena on 087 2035865 by Friday 2nd of Feb. Boys & Girls U/10 Over 8 1 length 25m Freestyle or Backstroke. Boys & Girls U/12 Over 10 2 lengths, 50m Freestyle or 50m Breaststroke. Boys & Girls U/12 Over 10 2 lengths, 50m Backstroke or 50m Freestyle. Boys & Girls U/14 Over 12 2 lengths, 50m Backstroke or 50m Breaststroke. Boys & Girls U/14 Over 12 2 lengths, 50m Butterfly or Boys & Girls U/16 Over 14 2 lengths, 50m Freestyle or, 50m Backstroke. Boys & Girls U/16 Over 14 2 lengths, 50m Butterfly or 50m Breaststroke. Talent: If anyone is interested in participating in the following individual or team events, please text Karena on 087 2035865 by Friday 2nd of February. Solo Recitation (Individual Boys or Girls) – U12 & U16. Solo Music (Individual Boys or Girls) – U12 & U 16. Solo Singing (Individual Boys or Girls) – U12 & U16. Group Music Team, All boys, All girls, Mixed, Maximum 6 – Minimum of 2 – U12 & U16. Group Singing Team, All boys, All girls, Mixed, Maximum 6 – Minimum of 2 – U12 & U16.
CHARITY Dancing; ‘Sickly Come Dancing — The Relapse’ which will take place at Ballygarry Estate on Friday, February 2. 11 couples, all hospital staff, some with local connections are competing.
FILM: TY students in the locality have a chance to take part in a short-film competition on the Shannon Estuary Information Packs and Entry Forms for the competition from eadams@sfpc.ie; telephone 069 73102. Entry forms returned by February 14th.
2024 Entrepreneur Of The Year programme, nominations in before February 29 and 24 finalists will be selected.
OPEN Week at Kerry College from February 19-23, https://kerrycollege.ie/news/open-week-2024/
CAR BOOT SALE: A Car boot sale will be held at Newcastle West Community Centre on Sunday February 4, from 8am to 1pm. Pre booking of stalls is essential on 069-69584.
THE HEALY RAE’S: A dance will be held at The Gleneagle Killarney celebrating 50 years in Politics by the Healy Rae’s on Friday, February 9 at 8.30pm.
BADMINTON: Moyvane Badminton, Timmy Noonan and John McGrath Invitational Tournament took place recently. It was a men’s and ladies doubles competition with a mixed doubles final. The division 5 competition had to be cut short due to a power cut in the hall.
Results, Division 1 & 2, Winners: Ushas Girijakumari Raju (Tralee) & Helen Browne (Moyvane);
Runners-up: Chris McCarthy (Moyvane) & Jennifer Nash (Killarney)
Division 3, Winners: Kieran Crehan (Killarney) & Jessica O’Loughlin (Tralee); Runners-up: Mikey Sheehy (Tralee) & Marie Kennelly (Moyvane)
Division 4, Winners: Kevin Thanesgran (Tralee) & Mairead O’Connell (Kingdom), Runners-up: Tom Bradley (Kingdom) & Charlotte Quinn (Moyvane).
FILMMAKERS: Discover the remarkable cinematic depiction of the evolving social and cultural scene in North Kerry, spanning from the 1970s onwards, crafted by local filmmakers John Lynch and Michael Mulcahy. Enjoy the digitally remastered film, "The Way I Remember It," with narration by Eamonn Keane, currently being showcased in Kerry Writers' Museum in Listowel.
Details at www.kerrywritersmuseum.com
OPEN MIC: ‘Literary Listowel’ Readings take place on the first Thursday of every month, from 11 am.
ART: Kerry Writers’ Museum is honoured to have the work of Michael O’Connor as part of our collection. If you would like to see the full collection of artwork, Kerry Writers’ Museum is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 5pm
CONGRATULATIONS to 1,900 students – including 77 PhDs – celebrating their graduation from the University of Limerick. Kerry College of Further Education and Training held their graduation day at the Brandon Hotel Conference Centre recently also. The College has campuses at Clash Road, Denny Street, Killorglin, Listowel, and Monavalley.
CONGRATULATIONS to Eileen Griffin, Drumnacurra on celebrating her 100th Birthday.
POPE Francis announced the start of a Year of Prayer on Sunday in preparation for the Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year. In his Angelus address, the pope said that a Year of Prayer starting on Jan. 21 will be “a year dedicated to rediscovering the great value and absolute need for prayer in one’s personal life, in the life of the Church, and in the world.”
GREENWAY: Clare County Council is commencing Public Consultation for the West Clare Railway Greenway for Section 3 – Ennistymon, Lahinch & Miltown Malbay; and Section 4 – Miltown Malbay, Quilty, Doonbeg & Moyasta.
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
TRIP: Ceoltoirí Na Ríochta musicians North Kerry area are going to New York for St Patrick’s Day.
Band includes On fiddle, Listowel’s Daibhín Laide, Alannah Moroney and Hayley Holly; Abbeydorney’s Lisa Slattery; Ballybunion’s Samantha O’Sullivan; Lixnaw’s Grace Hannon Linnane and, from Fenit, Lily Mari Williamson. Piper Sean Michael Redican from Tralee. On concertina, Rebekah Sheehy, Moyvane; Aoibhinn Buckley, Lisselton; Shauna Carey, Listowel; from Lixnaw, Caitlin Faley; Derrymore’s Oisin Gallagher and Tralee’s Kayleigh Enright. Traditional Irish singer Grace Heffernan from Asdee, and sister Emma, a singer, is playing the Irish flute along with Listowel’s Sarah Murphy, Lisselton’s Eliza O’Donnell and Grace Foley and Asdee’s Ella Pickett. On accordion, Tralee’s Valerie Enright, Molly Linnane and Jack Purcell from Lisselton and Listowel musician and Sean Nós dancer Trina Kennedy. Three on banjo, Georgie O’Donnell from Lisselton; Lixnaw’s Mikey Fealy; and Tralee, Peter Doyle, also Cork-based harpist and whistler, Kellianne French. The group were invited by the Pearl River School of Music, their founder Moyvane Margie Mulvihill her family from Moyvane. More from ceoltoirinariochta@gmail.com.
MUSIC: The Diocese will host two music workshops for Lent and Easter 2024. The purpose of the workshop will be to introduce new music for both liturgical seasons. On Wednesday, 7th February, the workshop will take place in the John Paul II Pastoral Centre, Killarney at 7:30pm. On Thursday, 8th Feb. the workshop will be repeated in St John’s Parish Centre, Tralee, also at 7:30pm. The two workshops are to facilitate musicians from both north and south of the diocese. All choir directors, choir members, musicians, cantors and all involved in music ministry are welcome to attend. Music will be provided on the night. Please contact Tomás Kenny on 086 3683778 or email Tomás at tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie if you’d like to attend.
MOON Phase: February 02, 2024.On this day the Moon will be in a Last Quarter phase. This phase occurs roughly 3 weeks after the New Moon when the Moon is three quarter of the way through it’s orbit around the earth. https://www.moongiant.com/phase/2/2/2024
HELP wanted: In Gaza and around the world this Winter, children and families caught in war are suffering and they urgently need your help. Please give if you can. https://www.trocaire.org/
SOCIAL Connection: https://people.ucd.ie/keith.gaynor
COMPETITION: The Columbans in Ireland and Britain, since 2018, have jointly run a competition for school students aged between the ages of 13-18 on topics such as biodiversity, migrants, peace, racism and the environment. Winning entries are published in the Columbans’ Far East magazine, Vocation for Justice newsletter, Columban websites in Ireland and Britain, Columban social media and in other media. For more information about the competition see: www.columbancompetition.com
TILLAGE: The annual Teagasc National Tillage Conference will take place on Wednesday, January 31 at Lyrath Conference Centre, Co. Kilkenny.
FODDER: The National Fodder and Food Security Committee (NFFSC) is to meet this week following a request from Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue.
One third of 2,356 farmers who took part in a snap Agriland survey over a 24-hour period earlier this month have said they are now running short of fodder.
769 farmers said they are running short on fodder, while 1,560 said have sufficient supplies.
Meanwhile, 769 farmers indicated that they would need to buy-in fodder, while 1,587 respondents said they would not. https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/esb-work-to-restore-power-outages-to-over-155000-affected/
Also on link above; ESB Networks’ consultation document on the upgrades “gives an excellent summation of the challenges ahead”, and he encouraged all stakeholders to take the time to read it. “It is heartening to learn that over 2,300,000 poles and 175,000 pylons supporting 157,000km of power lines across the country and most of this was built across lands with the support and goodwill of farm families.
FEAST: St Valentine's Day, is celebrated every year on the 14 February around the world.
FOOD Festival 2024, runs in Tralee from 17th to 19th of May.
RETURN: From February 1, plastic bottles and cans can be returned in exchange for a voucher or cash under the new Deposit Return Scheme.
ROAD Safety advertisements appear to be a failure, nobody warns about the driver who is forced on minor roads to spend much of his time watching and avoiding potholes.
WRITER: Walsh, Maurice (1879–1964), author and civil servant, was born 21 April 1879 at Ballydonoghue, Listowel, Co. Kerry, third child and eldest son among four sons and six daughters of John Walsh, a farmer, and Elizabeth Walsh (née Buckley), of Tullamore, Co. Kerry.
He married (1908) Caroline Isobel Thomson Begg (1886–1941), of Dufftown, Banffshire, Scotland; they had three sons and two daughters. He died 18 February 1964, and was buried in Esker cemetery, Lucan, Co. Dublin. His papers are in the University of Limerick library.
https://www.dib.ie/biography/walsh-maurice-a8886
KERRY site; https://www.discoverkerry.com/
HISTORY: This is the second in the series of Fr Ferris’s Parish Histories ; the first being Fr. Ferris’s History of the Parishes of Ballymacelligott, Ballyseedy, O’Brennan and Nohoval which was published in 2018. More at https://rathmorehistory.com/
Fr. Ferris (1881-1971) served in Listowel (1914-15), Firies (1915-18), Tralee (1918-22), Army Chaplain (1922-24), Rathmore (1924-28), Ballymacelligott (1929-34), Millstreet (1934-35), Allihies (1935-38), Glenflesk (1938-43) and Ballylongford (1943-69). Died in 1971 aged 90 years and is buried in the church grounds in Ballylongford.
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K.V. Turley Blogs, January 21, 2024
LONDON — On May 13, 1907, Vladimir Lenin, Leon Trotsky and Joseph Stalin stood in a London church as the Fifth Congress of the Russian Social Democratic Labor Party planned a revolution.
Just 10 years later, as the Bolshevik-led October Revolution of 1917 took place, a new world order was born.
For those who grew up in the subsequent Cold War in which the communist and free worlds fought for ascendancy, the attractions of socialist utopias, erected upon the corpses of many millions of ordinary people, never held any attraction. However, for a new generation that came of age as communism was being consigned to the history books, socialism has emerged as a strangely attractive proposition.
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CONSUMERISM: Some aspects of rampant consumerism have resulted in startling anomalies. Worldwatch reports that worldwide annual expenditures for cosmetics total U.S. $18 billion; the estimate for annual expenditures required to eliminate hunger and malnutrition is $19 billion. Expenditures on pet food in the United States and Europe total $17 billion a year; the estimated cost of immunizing every child, providing clean drinking water for all, and achieving universal literacy is $16.3 billion.
There is, of course, no easy solution to the problem. The authors call for green taxes (to reflect the true environmental costs of a product), take-back programs that require manufacturers to recycle packaging or goods, and consumer education and awareness programs.
But first and foremost we need to reorient our way of thinking, says Gardner.
"The goal is to focus not so much on sacrifice, but on how to provide a higher quality of life using the lowest amount of raw materials," he said. "We need to change the way we produce goods and the way we consume them."
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/consumerism-earth-suffers
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KERRY has retained its place in the Global Destination Sustainability Index (GDS-Index) Top 20 for the fifth consecutive year, firmly establishing the county as Ireland’s leading Sustainable Tourism destination, ranking 19 out of 100 international destinations.
https://www.kerryconventionbureau.com/
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You want a high-paying job without having to work long hours.
You want to educate your kids at home without them missing out on the social development they’d get at school.
You want to live close to family without having to get involved in their interpersonal drama.
You want a high-powered career without it impinging on your ability to be the best possible parent.
All of our lives, we seek after the holy grails of living: trade-off-free options. Our belief in their existence, though it isn’t typically conscious, nonetheless spoils our contentment, creates a sense of restlessness, and keeps us ever looking for where the grass might be greener, and wholly unspoiled by weeds.
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How to look for records of... Births, marriages and deaths in the armed forces
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FROST: Hundreds of thousands died in the Irish cold snap of 1740
You think we have it bad? The Great Irish Frost of 1740 killed almost one fifth of the population.
Molly Muldoon @IrishCentral- Nov 10, 2015
Ireland may be facing in to one of the coldest winters in 50 years, according to meteorologists, but the cold snap which gripped the country over the past six weeks was mild in comparison to the Great Irish Frost of 1740 that killed almost one fifth of the population.
Somewhere in the range of 310,000 and 480,000 people, out of the 2.4 million population, are believed to have perished during the extreme weather conditions which swept across the country, between 1739 and 1741, according to the book “Arctic Ireland.”
The book’s author, Trinity College professor David Dickson, says the frost “remains to this day, the longest period of extreme cold in modern European history”.
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ROOTS: For this week’s episode of Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn met with members of the Clare Roots Society an amateur family history, genealogy and heritage group based in Clare but with a significant international following.
https://soundcloud.com/clarefm/atlantic-tales-clare-roots-society-episode-104
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CO2; In 2021, the average North American emitted 11 times more energy-related CO2 than the average African. Yet variations across income groups are even more significant. The top 1% of emitters globally each had carbon footprints of over 50 tonnes of CO2 in 2021, more than 1 000 times greater than those of the bottom 1% of emitters. Meanwhile, the global average energy-related carbon footprint is around 4.7 tonnes of CO2 per person – the equivalent of taking two round-trip flights between Singapore and New York, or of driving an average SUV for 18 months. These large contrasts reflect great differences in income and wealth, and in lifestyles and consumption patterns.
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GAMBLING: During Sky's live football coverage between noon and 5pm, I counted 64 advertisements that sought to part the consumer from their cash (I ignored plugs for Sky TV). Thirty seven of these were for consumer goods and the other 27 urged people to 'bet now', 'cash out' and, inevitably, 'win'. So more than 42% of adverts selling me a product before the watershed were encouraging me to gamble.
The companies that paid Sky a hefty sum to run these ads - money that will no doubt contribute to the financial health of all of Mr Murdoch's companies - were: Paddy Power, BetFair, Coral, Ladbrokes, Betway, 365, Betstars, William Hill, Sky Bet and Lotto. There was also a 10-minute interview with a footballer wearing a t-shirt emblazoned with Bet Victor, together with the inevitable in-programme logos on clothes, billboards and studio walls.
https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/grant-feller/the-medias-role-in-our-ga_b_18222074.html
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2024 January 24 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
SCHOOL: Scoil Chorp Chríost Knockanure is currently accepting enrolment for the coming academic year 2024-2025. Please contact Anne at school office telephone at 068-49130 or 087-7939134 or email scoilchorpchriost@gmail.com
DRAW; Split the Bucket organised by the Knockanure Parents Association first draw on 25th of January, tickets available locally. Catholic Schools Week 21 – 27 January 2024: The Theme for this year is: “Catholic Schools: Communities of Service”.
DRIVER: Knockanure Community Centre are currently looking for a driver/2 drivers to deliver the Meals on Wheels. Monday and Wednesday from 11.30-2.30ish, roughly 3 hrs p/day. This would be voluntary, as we are a non-profit organisation. Help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact 068-49799.
THANKS: Knockanure Development Association would like to thank the Department of Rural and Community Development, and Kerry County Council for the Financial Assistance received to cover Energy Costs, through the Community Activities Fund 2021.
ADORATION: Diocesan Eucharistic Adoration Committee will be holding their monthly meeting in the Parish meeting room St. Mary’s Church Listowel Thurs. 25th Jan.’24 7.30p.m. Covering the Parishes of the Pastoral areas of Listowel and North Kerry. Further info Margaret 087-2976304/ Maureen 087-951 4352. Adoration takes place each Friday in the Sacristy in Duagh Church from 3pm until public rosary at 7pm followed by Mass at 7.30pm. Eucharistic Adoration: every Tues. in Moyvane after 10.00am Mass to 11.30am.
COLLECTION: 2nd Collection at Masses this weekend 20th & 21st Jan. for the Needs of the Holy Land.
JOB: Facilitator Needed. The diocese wants a Facilitator from this parish to organize a meeting so as to explore the future of this parish. Each parish is being asked to do this. The meeting is scheduled for late February and on February 7th there will be a zoom training session for all those selected to be facilitators. If you are ready to volunteer or if you suggest a person, let Father Brendan know so that the name is sent to the diocese who will choose the person for this role. Time is short so please contact on/before January 28th.
PPC Meeting. Please remember that there will be a Parish Pastoral Council meeting on Wednesday February 7th, items for the agenda are welcome.
MISSION: Diocesan Mission 2024, Hope Alive! will take place Sun. Jan 21st–Weds. Jan 24th. Each day, you are invited to join in the Mission Talk, Prayer, Mass, Prayer Petition and Family Time. To participate please register www.dioceseofkerry.ie
WEEK OF PRAYER for Christian Unity 18th to 25th Jan., Feast of the Conversion of St Paul) God is love - love one another, - surely a theme that unites all Christians..
DEATH has taken place of Sr. Rosarii (Margaret) O’ Sullivan (O.L.A. Sisters, Ardfoyle Convent, Cork) on Tuesday 16th January 2024 at Ardfoyle Convent. Sr. Rosarii (Baptismal name, Margaret). Formerly of Athea. Survived by her niece, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews and the Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles (OLA). Predeceased by her parents, Ellen and Patrick James. Her sisters, Sr Liam OLA, and Mary. Requiem Mass on Friday, 19th January, at Ardfoyle Convent. T12 Y304. Sr. Rosarii's Mass will be live streamed on the following link: https://www.mycondolences.ie/. Burial afterwards in the Community cemetery.
DEATH on 13th January 2024 of John Michael Mc Sweeney, Knocknaclugga, Athea. Predeceased by his parents William and Mary Anne. Survived by brothers Paddy, Liam and Martin, sisters Margaret (Leahy) and Mary (Ahern), brother in law Timmy, sisters in law Noreen, Eileen and Bridget, nieces, and nephews. Requiem Mass on Wednesday recorded and available to view on this link https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057134452769 on Thursday 18th January. Burial afterwards in Calvary Cemetery Newcastle West.
ANNIVERSARIES: Pat Guiney, Bernie Walsh, Theresa Byrne, Mary Stack, Kay Harnett, Paddy Neville, Sr. Kathleen Hegarty, Patrick Walsh, Moss Joe Gilbert, James Harnett, Sr. Moira O Sullivan, John Paul McGrath, Sr. Deborah O Flaherty, Margaret O Hanlon, Bridie O Donnell, John Buckley, Pat O Connor,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.20th Jan.’24- Moyvane for John Moloney (3rd Aniv.) & his parents Mick and Mary Molone at 7.30pm; Sun.21st Jan.’24- Knockanure for Irene O’Keeffe (Aniv.) at 9.30am, Mass Moyvane a Special Intention at 11.00am; Tues.23rd Jan.’24-Moyvane for Bridget & John Holly, Emma & Jack O’Brien (Aniv.’s) at 10.00am; Weds.24th Jan.’24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am;
Thurs.25th Jan.’24- Moyvane for Mary Nolan (Aniv.) and deceased of the Nolan and Galvin families at 10.00am; Fri.26th Jan.’24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Sat.27th Jan.’24- Moyvane for Bill Horan (Aniv.) & deceased of the Horan family at 7.30pm; Sun.28th Jan.’24 – Knockanure for James & Kathleen O’Connor (Aniv.) The Hill, Knockanure at 9.30am, and mass Moyvane for Ellie Mai, Mike Joe, Seamus & Tom O’Flaherty (Aniv.’s) The Village at 11.00am.
SOCIAL dance classes for adults: Waltzing, jiving etc : Monday 22nd Jan. Beginners: 7.00-8.00 pm, Advanced: 8.00-9.00 pm. Venue: Plaza Hall, Listowel. For bookings, please contact 087 7541631
Social dancing at Ballybunion Community Centre every Tuesday at 7.30pm.
Afternoon Dance at Plaza Listowel on 5th of Feb., dancing from 3pm to 5.30pm.
Adult Social Dance Classes: in Tarbert Community Centre Starting Thursday 25th January 7pm till 9pm. All levels of Dancers, no partner needed. Refreshments included. If interested text 087 1829702.
ST JOHN’S Listowel; they host the “The Spirit of Johnny Cash” on Saturday January 27th @ 8pm. More from 068 22566.
TEA DANCE in Asdee Community Centre on Sunday, February 4 from 2.30 – 5.30pm. – Fundraiser in aid of Cenacolo Community, Knock.
MUSICAL presented by Presentation Secondary School, Listowel, on 25th Jan at 7.30pm and on Friday 26th Jan at 2.30pm and 7.30pm.
RAMBLING House Tarbert on Sat., 27th Jan at 8pm in the Community Centre, Tarbert.
CAO applicants deadline 1st Feb at 5pm.
IRISH School: Colaiste Ide Dingle open Day 24th of February 10.00am to 3pm. Call 066 915 1211.
COMPUTER course Every Tuesday from 2pm to 4pm in The Bulter Centre, Listowel. This course is for adults. Please call Vivienne 086 0749758.
PARKINSON’S Information, Dr. Helena Moore, Consultant Neurologist & Clinical Director at the Bons Secours Hospital, Tralee will give a 1-hour presentation followed by a Q & A session in The Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee at 6.30pm–8pm Thurs. 25th Jan.’24. Free event open to people affected by Parkinson's, their friends, families and wider community.
COMHALTAS Music, Listowel/Duagh; Music classes start at 11am for beginners and 11.30am onwards for intermediate and adult in tin whistle, flute, button accordion, fiddle, harp, banjo/mandolin, concertina, bodhran, guitar and drums. Call in to us from 10am to sign up and attend your first class on the same day. https://www.facebook.com/KerryWritersMuseum
FARMING: Tralee Chamber Alliance, in association with AIB, Kerry Group and the IFA will host ‘Building a Sustainable Agri Enterprise’ at The Meadowlands Hotel on Wednesday, January 24 at 7.30pm. Panellists include Pat Murphy, CEO Kerry Dairy Ireland Kerry Group; Tadhg Buckley, Director of Policy/ Chief Economist with the IFA and Donal Whelton, Head of Agri AIB Food & Fishing.
This is a free event
GLÓRACH: “The classic play 'The Trojan Women' by Euripides, and adapted for these parts by Brendan Kennelly, will take place at the Glórach Theatre on Saturday, January 20th. A look at war and the indiscriminate effect it has on women and children, the play is brought to life by the cream of North Kerry acting talent who comprise Memory Lane Theatre Group, Lixnaw, under the expert direction of Padraig Dennehy. Curtains up at 8 pm, tickets can be booked at 087 138 3940, on the door or at www.glorachabbeyfeale.com
Their first film screening of the New Year at Glorach takes place on Sunday, January 28th with the French film, 'Driving Madeline' by Christian Carion. A heart-warming film that charts the journey across Paris of taxi driver Charles and the elderly Madeline, who is set to enter a nursing home but has one last glorious look back at her life in the course of the drive across the city. Film at 7.30 pm and tickets can be booked at www.glorachabbeyfeale.com or at the door on the night.
RECOVERY HAVEN: Kerry Cancer Support House will have a Designer Fashion Showcase event taking place in the Gleneagle INEC Arena on February 1st, 2024. For further information please ring 066 7192122.
CONCERT & Ceili on Saturday 10th February at 8pm. an evening of music with Breanndán O Beaglaoich and Stiofán Ó Cuanaigh on Saturday 10th February at 8pm in Tomáisín's Function Room, Lisselton. Tickets are are available at Ryans, Lisselton Cross, Tomáisin's Bar and from Committee Members. For more information : https://ballydbardfest.com
PANTO: Bus leaving NCW at 12 noon on Sunday, January 28 for the Matinee 3pm. and picking up in Abbeyfeale at 12.15pm. For more information and booking contact Maureen 087 9845102.
ART Lectures at the Red Door Gallery NCW begin on 24th Jan at 7.30pm, details from ncwarts@gmail.com
BRENDAN WALSH INTERNATIONAL EVANGELISER will lead a day of healing and teaching at Our Lady Of Lourdes Church Scartaglen on this Sunday Jan 21st, starting at 2.30 pm, Deacon Thady will preside over Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament followed by the Rite of Benediction. The day will be accompanied by Sacred Music with Richard Curran.
DANCE at The Gleneagle Killarney celebrating 50 years in Politics by the Healy Rae’s on 9th of February at 8.30pm.
LOUGH DERG: Three Day Pilgrimage begins Friday 31st May until Thursday 15th August (Tuesday 13th last day to begin). https://www.loughderg.org/2024season/
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from the 12th – 19th June 2024. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
CONFERENCE: The Cantillon Conference 2024 in its tenth yea, will be hosted by Grett O’Connor, and will take place on March 7 at Ballygarry Estate Hotel, Tralee.
FARMERS in the ACRES CP co-operation scheme are invited to meet with the cooperation team staff with any queries may they have at Kilcummin GAA Club, V93 X459, Tues. 23rd Jan.’24, 14.30-20.30. Any queries contact Marianah Sahmad 064-6624607/ msahmad@skdp.net
LAWNMOWER: If you have a robotic lawnmower, you can protect hedgehogs by checking for any before you cut the grass and only running the machines during daylight hours.
BLOOD Pressure; The Irish Pharmacy Union on National Blood Pressure Day 2024, saw 600 participating pharmacies nationwide, offered free blood pressure checks on Thursday, January 18th.
ARDFERT HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Our first event this year is getting to know about Ireland’s Saint Brigid. We will be hosting a workshop dedicated to her, entitled: St Brigid: Exploring the folklore and legend. Tom Dillon, Listowel historian will deliver what promises to be a very interesting day of folklore, St. Brigid’s Crosses & various other stories of her life etc. The event will be held on
Saturday Jan. 27th at Ardfert Community Centre from 10.30 to 3pm. There will be a fee of €25 to attend & a light lunch, tea/coffee break will be included. We can be contacted by email at ardferthistoricalsociety@gmail.com or ring 0879292919 to book a place.
SAINT Brigid crosses are now being made locally.
ARTS: Kerry County Council Arts Office Website. To find out about our annual programme of opportunities and events, go to our dedicated website. Website (https://kerrycoco.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b3755ab5575cb711eac9566f8&id=9b1e7cca70&e=57e387efec)
The Gathering Festival of Music & Arts. Enjoy a weekend of concerts, céilís, workshops and a late-night festival club. Location: Gleneagle Hotel and INEC. Date: 28th February - 3rd March.
WRITING: Would you be interested in becoming part of a local creative writing group? The “Writer Liners” meet fortnightly on Tuesday's from 10.30am-12.00pm in Listowel Library. Their next meeting is 23rd January. Listowel Writers Week; The Kerry Group Irish Novel of The Year 2024. Deadline: 19th February.
LIBRARY Glin: First up, is the Craft Group. This group meets fortnightly (1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month) with the next session starting at 10.30am on Wednesday 17th January. The classes aim to be fun, calming and relaxing and is open to all ages and abilities. The group provides a great way to meet new friends and have some fun. If this sounds right for you – please come along. Class is Free. Next is the Community Singing Group: This newly formed group has grown in numbers and sees them return to the Library, every Tuesday morning from 11.30am (note time change), starting on Tuesday 30th. Singing is great for the soul and has lots of benefits; boosts happiness, you make friends, improves ones sense of community, releases endorphins, strengthens the immune system and helps you to relax. With so many benefits, you’d be mad not to come along. All welcome. Contribution box in place. Facilitated by Bernie Hayes, Askeaton/Ballysteen. And finally, The Book Group. This fantastic group meets monthly on the last Wednesday & Thursday of the month. (January dates 24th & 25th) You do not need to be an avid reader to enjoy these classes. Come along and enjoy the company, sharpen your memory and cognitive skills, hear new perspectives and it’s a great way to meet new people all while enjoying a cup of tea. All welcome. Class is Free. All events take place in Glin Library & everyone is welcome. A special word of ‘Thanks’ to our Librarian Deirdre who has a welcome for everyone & has encouraged all these events.
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MOYVANE: John Cummings. One thing he’s sure of is his paternal grandmother, Mary Power, who emigrated from NewtownSandes (Moyvane), Co. Kerry in 1921 at the age of 16. She ended up being a single mother raising three children – Cummings’ father and two younger sisters – during the Great Depression. Republican candidate for the 14th District, John Cummings.
“My grandfather basically disappeared. She was a huge influence on us, a really great woman. We were very aware of our Irish heritage because of her. St. Patrick’s Day was always big in our house. We would watch the parade coverage on TV with Jack McCarthy and waited for the Kerry contingent to march by.”
Cummings’ father Charles was a member of the NYPD and his son took the same path, joining the force in 1983 and stationed in the Bronx before a knee injury forced his retirement eight years later. Afterward, he completed his undergrad degree at Fordham University, and in 1989 he started teaching at his old school, St. Raymond’s, where he’s happily been ever since.
https://www.irishcentral.com/news/politics/irish-american-republican-alexandria-ocasio-cortez
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Athea News; https://www.irishcentral.com/search#gsc.tab=0&gsc.q=athea&gsc.sort
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Dennis Fenton (November 20, 1888 – March 29, 1954) was an American sport shooter and Olympic champion.[1] He was born in Ventry, Ireland, and died in San Diego, California.
In 1920 he won three gold and one bronze medal. He also participated in the 300 metre free rifle, three positions but his final placing is unknown. Four years later he won again a bronze medal. In the 1924 Summer Olympics he also participated in the following events:[
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_Fenton
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The climate of Ireland is mild, humid and changeable with abundant rainfall and a lack of temperature extremes. Ireland's climate is defined as a temperate oceanic climate, or Cfb on the Köppen climate classification system, a classification it shares with most of northwest Europe.[1][2] The island receives generally warm summers and cool winters.
As Ireland is downwind of a large ocean, it is considerably milder in winter than other locations at the same latitude, for example Newfoundland in Canada or Sakhalin in Russia. The Atlantic overturning circulation, which includes ocean currents such as the North Atlantic Current and Gulf Stream, releases additional heat over the Atlantic, which is then carried by the prevailing winds towards Ireland giving, for example, Dublin a milder winter climate than other temperate oceanic climates in similar locations.[3]
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Climate_of_Ireland
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Industrial Emissions Directive
While the compromise excludes cattle farms for now, they may come within its scope at a later date.
The agreement requires the commission to undertake a review of how emissions from cattle farms should addressed.
This review will take place before December 31, 2026. The possibility remains open that cattle farms may be included in the IED sometime after that review, though it is understood that a fresh legislative proposal would be required from the commission to do so.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/environment-meps-back-compromise-on-industrial-emissions/
COST of fertiliser down 47% in the year up to November 2023; motor fuels were down 10.5% and Electricity prices down by 14.5%.
SWITCH electricity; WeSwitchU team on: 01-9125161. https://www.weswitchu.ie/switch-now
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New type of farmer
“We are committed to 100% chemical-free farming. This means no chemicals on the land, in the animals’ food, or in medication,” he said.
“We implemented our plan at Fior Bhia by using the labour unit of the pigs, cattle and poultry controlled by electric fences to prune, root and poach the forest floor incorporating 33 years of wild overgrowth.
“This allowed new light into the soil, allowing native grasses and herbs to grow in abundance. The trees provide natural shelter for the animals from harsh winter weather to hot summer days,” he added.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/fior-bhia-farm-fulfills-a-vision-of-infinite-income-potential/
SHOW: 1836-1970 West Cork Agricultural Societies and Shows; https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yoNjmDNQKT_pk3nvlCsT72YWYoDENcs--uaJxh2ber8/edit
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Face of Medieval Hero from 1361. Posted January 11, 2024
Our world is full of stories and it is sometimes complex to represent what really happened years ago. But this was obviously without counting on a boost from technology which allowed scientists to recreate in every detail the face of a man who died in 1361 during the Battle of Visby in Sweden, one of the wildest of Europe.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554100591431
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REFUGEES: Ms Humphreys said her department had provided €7.8m in supports and grants to Roscrea in recent years. She said migrant workers, in key sectors of health, hospitality, food processing and other sectors had paid €3bn in PRSI last year, and €17bn over three years, to help fund pensions and other welfare payments.
“You’d wonder how some people can be at protests in the middle of the day when other people are working. So, we have had to announce more work permits recently because we can’t get the staff in certain sectors,” Ms Humphreys added.
Ms Humphreys said the Government had been responding to an emergency situation following the Russian invasion in Ukraine which brought over 100,000 refugees from there to Ireland.
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RIC: Over 90,000 Irish people served in the RIC. Mostly Catholic although the senior ranks were mostly but not exclusively Protestants.The pay was not great but the pension arrangement suited a lot of men who could retire early maybe from theri lump sum buy a farm or a business. Men were allowed to go out with a girl after 5 years service and marry after 7 years.
The personnel files before photography contained a sketch letter of recommendation, family background and confirman from a priest or minister of birth, Prior to marriage the bride's famu was checked out. After independence more the 90,000 personnel files were removed to Ealing in West London. They were used to deal with pension queries and all but 4 were shredded in 1938.
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FOOTBALL: 23 televised and streamed games for the 2024 Allianz Football Leagues.
The four finals will also be televised.
County Breakdown: Mayo 6; Tyrone 6; Dublin 5; Armagh 4; Derry 4; Kerry 4;Donegal 3; Fermanagh 3; Galway 3; Kildare 2; Monaghan 2; Roscommon 2; Cork 1, and Louth 1.
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2024 January 17 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
DRIVER: Knockanure Community Centre are currently looking for a driver/2 drivers to deliver the Meals on Wheels. Monday and Wednesday from 11.30-2.30ish, roughly 3 hours p/day. This would be voluntary, as we are a non-profit organisation. Help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact 068-49799.
MEALS: Did you know that you can have meals delivered Monday, Wednesday and Friday from Knockanure Community Centre, for more information contact Centre on 068-49799 or Mary on 087-6328104.
PARISH Office: Weds.10.00am-12.00noon, Thurs. & Fri. 10.00am-1.00pm, Presbytery/Office: 068 49308, Web: dioceseofkerry.ie 2nd Collection at Masses weekend 20th & 21st Jan. for the Needs of the Holy Land.
MISSION: Diocesan Mission 2024, Hope Alive! will take place from Sun. Jan 21st – Weds. Jan 24th. Each day, you are invited to join in the Mission Talk, Prayer, Mass, Prayer Petition and Family Time. Speakers include Adi Roche, CEO of Chernobyl Children Ireland on Welcoming the Stranger. Dr Michael Conway teaches Faith and Culture at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth will speak on Church in Today’s World. Dr Keith Gaynor, clinical pyschologist and parent will speak on Wellbeing, and Jane Mellett, Trócaire will speak on Seeds of Hope. To participate please register on, www.dioceseofkerry.ie
Engaging Young People in Our Parishes – You are invited to join us online via zoom on Weds. 17th January at 7.30pm, to further explore our conversation to progress this work. Register on www.dioceseofkerry.ie for the link to join.
The meeting is aimed at adults who have a heart for young people, those who have previously worked with youth in parish life or those who may be interested in engaging with young people in parish life now.
DEATH of Father Tom Relihan, late of Kilcara, Foildarrig, Duagh and California. Funeral for Fr.Tom Relihan took place in California. Fr. Tom celebrated his 100th birthday last May.
Father Thomas J. Relihan, a priest of the Diocese of Sacramento for more than 76 years, died on Jan. 6 in Ione. At the time of his death, he was the oldest living priest of the diocese. He celebrated his 100th birthday on May 11, 2023. A vigil service will be held on Sunday, Jan. 14, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Mission Church at 20 Relihan Dr. in Ione. The vigil will follow at 6 p.m.
Bishop Jaime Soto presided at a funeral Mass, with Bishop Emeritus William K. Weigand as concelebrant, on Monday, Jan. 15 at 11 a.m. in St. Katharine Drexel Church at 11361 Prospect Dr. in Martell. A reception followed the Mass. The burial in Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery in Ione.
https://www.scd.org/news/father-thomas-j-relihan-dies-oldest-priest-diocese-sacramento
DEATH of Nora (Norry) Hartney, (Nee O'Connor), Carmel, New York and formerly of The Lane, Upper Athea, on the 3rd January, 2024. Predeceased by her husband Michael Hartney, late of Kildimo. Mother to Michael and his wife Anne Marie, Kevin and his wife Eileen and Mary, grandmother to Lauren, Kayla and Fiona. Predeceased by her parents Jer O'Connor and Bridget O'Connor (Nee McMahon), her brothers Patrick and his wife Maisie in New York, Mike and his wife Phyllis, Joe, Martin and his wife Marie, sister Mary and her husband Dan (All in Ireland). Survived by her sister-in-law Mary and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday, 12th January, 2024 at St. James the Apostle Church in Carmel, N.Y. Burial at Raymond Hill Cemetery in Carmel, N.Y.
ANNIVERSARIES: Mairead McDermott, Hannah Stack, Mary Collins, Jackie Walsh, Teddy Dore, Canon Michael O Doherty, Danny Hannon, John Carmody, Fr. Michael Buckley, Michael Walsh, Mary Barry, Paddy Ryan, Mary Nolan, Tom Mulvihill, Denis Moore,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat.13th Jan.’24- Moyvane for Johnny Quinn (Aniv.) Leitrim Middle at 7.30pm;
Sun.14th Jan.’24- Knockanure for Michelle Foley & grandfather Michael Keane & uncle Tim Keane (Aniv.’s) at 9.30am, Mass Moyvane for Dick & Donal Cunningham and Breda & Andrew Thomas (Aniv.’s) at 11.00am; Tues.16th Jan.’24-Moyvane for John Gregg (Aniv.) & deceased members of the Gregg and Hanrahan families at 10.00am; Weds.17th Jan.’24 –Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Thurs.18th Jan.’24- Moyvane for Ned Moore (Aniv.) Glenalappa at 10.00am; Fri.19th Jan.’24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Sat.20th Jan.’24- Moyvane for John Moloney (3rd Aniv.) & his parents Mick and Mary Moloney at 7.30pm; Sun.21st Jan.’24 – Knockanure for Irene O’Keeffe (Aniv.) at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane a Special Intention at 11.00am.
CONGRATULATIONS to Ted Hunt of Athea, who recently received the Plunkett Award for Co-operative Endeavour.
Congratulations to Gerard MacElligott on coming 2nd in the Irish Senior Chess Championships recently. Gerard has many local connections.
BEST Wishes to Marie Deenihan of Ballybunion and Tim Leahy of Kilmorna who were recently married. Best Wishes also to Jacinta Sheehy of Athea and John Cunningham of Newcastlewest on their marriage.
Best wishes to Dienna Ferris and Gerald Scanlon of Moyvane who recently announced their engagement.
CHRISTENED in Moyvane church recently was baby Saorlaith, daughter of Sean and Deborah O’Mahony of Coolaclarig. Christened in Listowel recently was Baby Mia, daughter of Ian Stackpoole and Marguerite Corridan of Listowel.
HAPPY retirement to Mairead Moore who recently retired from Scoil Mhathair De, Abbeyfeale.
BT Young Scientist Exhibition; the following local projects have qualified for the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, 10-13 January 2024. Kerry -Tarbert Comprehensive School- CPR Pedal Chest Compression Device Mark II -Technology – Group; Presentation Secondary School Listowel- Does the menstrual cycle affect 13-14 year old girls concentration levels at school- Health & Wellbeing- Group; Presentation Secondary School Listowel- Would people move to an island if given the necessities? - Social & Behavioural Sciences- Group. https://btyoungscientist.com/qualified-projects-2024/
TEA DANCE in Asdee Community Centre on Sunday, February 4 fro 2.30 – 5.30pm. – Fundraiser in aid of Cenacolo Community, Knock. A community of people with addiction. Prizes and Raffle. Prizes include - Return trip to Medjugorje for 1 person in 2024. Overnight stay for 2 people & evening meal in Adare Manor. B. & B. for 2 people at the Woodlands Hotel, Adare. Raffle will take place at the Tea Dance.
Adult Social Dance Classes: in Tarbert Community Centre Starting Thursday 25th January 7pm till 9pm. All levels of Dancers. If interested text 087 1829702.
DANCING CLASSES FOR ADULTS commencing on Mon. 15th Jan. Beginners – 7.00 – 8.00pm., Advanced – 8.00 – 9.00pm. in the Plaza Hall, Listowel. For Bookings – contact 0877541631.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
BUS: Currently there are in excess of 150 regular bus routes operating all over Kerry under the management of TFI Local Link Kerry. You can contact 066 7147002 or emailing bookings@locallinkkerry.ie
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BALYDONOGHUE Parish magazine is available in some local shops.
FEAST of St Ita. Monday 15th January. St Ita was born in Co. Waterford of noble and Christian parents. Early on she set her mind on serving Christ in religious life. She founded a monastery in Kileedy. She was given the title ‘Foster –Mother of the Saints of Ireland.’ She died in 570. St Ita’s feast day celebrated in the parish of Kileedy on Monday 15th January.
SCRIBBLING FOR CHARITY: West Limerick author, Pat McLoughlin recently launched his 6th book ‘The Unbreakable Dream’. It was launched by Minister, Patrick O’ Donovan at Longcourt House Hotel in Newcastle West. The proceeds from the novel will go to Milford Care Centre/Hospice to whom Pat has already presented a cheque for €1250.00.
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ART: classes with artist Damian Daly in Kerry Writers’ Museum in Listowel, starting Tuesday 16th January. Join us in Kerry Writers' Museum in Listowel for a new series of art classes led by experienced artist and lecturer Damian Daly, and professional life model and artist, Montserrat Benet Morella. These classes will include detailed guidance, demonstrations, critiques, and helpful advice.
Classes due to begin next week include;
1. Life Drawing for Beginners: Dive into the world of life drawing with this 5-week course starting on Tuesday 16th January 2024. The classes run for 2 hours from 6.30pm to 8.30pm, with a maximum of 7 participants. The cost is €150 per person.
2. Portrait Painting: Unleash your creativity with this 2-week course starting on Wednesday 17th January 2024. The classes run for 3 hours from 6.30pm to 9.30pm, with a maximum of 12 participants. The cost is €60 per person.
3. Life Drawing for Intermediate: Take your life drawing skills to the next level with this 5-week course starting on Thursday 18th January 2024. The classes run for 2 hours from 6.30pm to 8.30pm, with a maximum of 7 participants. The cost is €150 per person.
Materials will be provided, although artists are welcome to bring their own easels and materials if they prefer. To secure your place contact Kerry Writers' Museum Ticket Office on 068 22212.
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‘New Beginnings' by the Listowel Visual Artists' Collective is available to view in St John's Theatre & Arts Centre in Listowel until the end of January. To view the exhibition, St. John’s is open from Monday to Friday and from 10am to 5pm.
SINGING Group: This newly formed group has grown in numbers and sees them return to the Library, Glin every Tuesday morning from 11.30am (note time change), starting on Tuesday 30th.
POETRY in the Park, Listowel on Sunday 14th January from 2pm to 4pm in Kerry Writers’ Museum, Listowel. Their first monthly open-mic poetry reading event of 2024.
COMPUTER SKILLS COURSE FOR ADULTS every Tuesday from 2pm to 4pm in The Bulter Centre, Listowel. Please call Vivienne 086 0749758.
LISTOWEL KARATE CLASSES: Kerry Martial Arts School are resuming karate and self-defence classes in St. Michael’s College gym on Saturdays for all ages from 5 to Adult at 10:00a.m. Contact (087) 2636820 for further information
SUPPORT: Recovery Haven Kerry (cancer support house) will have a Designer Fashion Showcase event taking place in the Gleneagle INEC Arena on Feb. 1st ‘24. The event will be MC’d by legendary RTE broadcaster, Mary Kennedy. Tickets €30, for sale at Recovery Haven Kerry 5 Haigs Terrace Tralee, Gleneagle INEC box office, also purchased online. Further information please ring 066 7192122
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JOBS: Applications until January 15, with the Back for Business programme running from February to June. Contact backforbusiness.com.
REPAIRS: there were 2,000 requests for housing maintenance repairs from tenants of Kerry County Council in 2023. Also over 2,000 requests for housing maintenance repairs were made by Council tenants in the Tralee Municipal District.
MEETING: Diocesan Eucharistic Adoration Committee will be holding their monthly meeting in the Parish meeting room St. Mary’s Church Listowel Thurs. 25th Jan.’24 7.30p.m. Covering the Parishes of the Pastoral areas of Listowel and North Kerry. The committee would very much appreciate representative from each Parish of Listowel, Moyvane/Knockanure, Tarbert, Ballybunion, Lixnaw/Rathea/Irremore, Duagh/Lyreacrompane, Ballylongford/Asdee, Ballydonoghue, with a view to establishing Adoration and getting Adorer’s back to the numbers before Covid. Deacon Thady O’Connor will be in attendance as our Chaplain. “Jesus said” Could you not Come and Watch one Hour with ME” Info from: Margaret 087 2976304/ Maureen 087 951 4352
The EU has set itself the target of making 25 percent of its farmland organic by 2030.
FARMERS in the ACRES CP co-operation scheme are invited to meet with the cooperation team staff with any queries they may have; Camp Old School Building, Camp, V93 F854, Mon.15th Jan.’24, 14.30-20.30. Kilcummin GAA Club, V93 X459, Tues. 23rd Jan.’24, 14.30-20.30.
Any queries contact Marianah Sahmad 064-6624607/ msahmad@skdp.net
Patrick & Paula O’Hanlon's farm in Tarbert, is one of five farms in Co. Kerry partaking in the Teagasc Signpost Programme. A farm walk was held recently on their farm. Méabh Dore, Teagasc Dairy advisor recounts the most notable changes on the farm and the biggest learning outcomes from the day. More at https://www.teagasc.ie/news--events/daily/environment/signpost-programme-farm-walk-patrick--paula-ohanlon-kerry.php
ST JOHN’S: The Spirit of Johnny Cash on Saturday January 27th @ 8pm. More from 068 22566.
CHURCH: Details of two upcoming programmes on RTE: RTÉ One broadcast on Monday 15 January at 9.30pm: The Last Priests in Ireland - the documentary will be followed by Upfront with Katie Hannon, which will host a live studio discussion. RTÉ One broadcast on Mon 22 January at 9.30pm: The Last Nuns in Ireland -the role of religious in Ireland from the 12th century, and contemporary themes. Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2024. Each year from 18 – 25 January the different Christian Churches throughout the world celebrate the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. It’s a week in which we pray for unity among all the followers of Jesus Christ. The theme for this year is based on a text from the Gospel of St Luke: ‘You shall love the Lord your God … and your neighbour as yourself’. (Luke 10:27)
CONSIDERING a Postgraduate or Mission & Ministers Programme in 2024? Studying at St. Patrick’s Pontifical University, Maynooth offers you Programmes from Certificate, Diploma, Higher Diploma & Masters to Decorate level in Theology, Philosophy, Divinity & Liturgical Music. Visit us on sppu/courses for more information.
ACCORD counsellors are very experienced in working with individuals and couples and offers counselling on a wide range of issues and difficulties that arise in relationships. Contact the Tralee Office on 066 7122280.
COURSING in Abbeyfeale celebrated their centenary over the Christmas Season.
CRAFTS: 100 companies, as part of the Local Enterprise Showcase at the 2024 Craft Showcase event in the RDS, from January 21-23.
MILK: ICMSA Dairy Committee chair Noel Murphy has said that co-ops “can and should” pay 39c/L for milk supplied in December.
FERTILISER: Farmers in Zone B will be permitted to spread organic fertilisers from Tuesday, January 16. Farmers in Zone B will be permitted to spread chemical fertiliser from Tuesday, January 30,2024
IFA poultry chairperson Nigel Sweetnam said: “Supermarkets are demanding premium product at world commodity prices with little or no regard to producers’ or processors’ costs of production, which are still substantially higher than the last time we were in negotiations.
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UKRAINE: In a joint statement the Association of Poultry Processors and Poultry Trade (AVEC), the European Association of Sugar Manufacturers (CEFS), the European Confederation of Maize Production (CEPM), the International Confederation of European Beet Growers (CIBE), COPA-COGECA and the European Union of Wholesale with Eggs, Egg Products, Poultry and Game (EUWEP) warned that the agricultural sector “must not become a reason for wavering support to Ukraine”.
The associations said: “What is happening in Ukraine is intolerable and as the EU it is our duty and our interest to continue supporting them.
“We as producers, are ready to continue doing our part in the EU efforts to help Ukraine. Unfortunately, we believe that this effort is currently inequitably shared, with the agricultural sector bearing a disproportionate and unsustainable burden.”
GRASS is the Irish dairy sector’s only competitive advantage, says Tadhg Buckley, director of policy with the IFA.
LIMERICK: ‘The Blacksmith of Limerick’ he said. Yes, I said and quoted that poem from my National School days. He grasped his ponderous hammer; he could not stand it more To hear the bombshells bursting and the thundering battle’s roar …
‘No. No. No. This man said, ‘not that Blacksmith – the Radio City Music Hall New York blacksmith. A fellow called Peter Clarke, a blacksmith from Limerick – ‘twas he designed the stage there.’
https://tintean.org.au/2024/01/10/a-blacksmith-from-limerick-in-new-york-2/
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KITE POWER: The Hunt Museum is organising a county and city-wide Kite Power Festival as part of its current exhibition to highlight the power of wind as an energy resource. The museum is calling on Kite enthusiasts and novices to get creative with recyclable materials and paint the sky of Limerick and Shannon, Co Clare with vibrant kites on 11 February 2024. B
CAMPING: Whether you’re trying to survive in the frigid wilderness or you’re camping out in the winter for fun, building a quinzee is a great option for creating a shelter from the elements. All you need for its construction is a big pile of snow, which you then hollow out. Because it lacks a skeletal support structure, you’ll want to keep your quinzee relatively small — ideally building it for three people at the most. Shoveling all that snow works up a sweat, and snow will fall on you as you hollow out the inside, so be sure to change into dry clothes when you’re done to prevent hypothermia.
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MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES 2024 1st—8th May 2024 & 18th—25th Sept 2024. Cost €510. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406 .
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GLOBAL Warming: There is no one-size-fits-all approach to stopping or slowing global warming, and each individual, business, municipal, state, tribal, and federal entity must weigh their options in light of their own unique set of circumstances. Experts say it is likely many strategies working together will be needed. Generally speaking, here are some examples of mitigation strategies we can use to slow or stop the human-caused global warming
https://www.climate.gov/news-features/climate-qa/what-can-we-do-slow-or-stop-global-warming
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RECYCLE: The metalworkers of the Roman Empire produced prodigious amounts of iron, cooper, and lead. The resulting pollution can still be traced as far away as the ice of Greenland. After the collapse of the imperium at the beginning of the fifth century CE, Europe would not produce as much copper-smelting pollution until the nineteenth century.
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A threatening phone call
Why did The Telgraph wait so long to tell us about the call? This should have been disclosed immediately so that the public would be aware of the MHRA's true objectives.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QG7GdOXHRrw
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2024 January 10 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
PADRE PIO: The monthly prayer service in honour of Padre Pio will take place in Castleisland Parish Church on Tuesday, January 9 at 7.30pm. The witness will be Garda Mary Gardiner on the theme: Belief in the face of adversity. The Tralee stationed Garda Mary Gardiner was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2022.
DEATH of Michael Sheehy, Scrahan, Duagh, 29th on December 2023. Michael, son of the late John and Betty, is sadly missed by his sisters Margaret and Nuala, brother Leo, nieces Triona and Kathlyn, nephew John, sister-in-law Bridget, Triona’s husband Graham, grandnephew Jack, and grandniece Emma. Requiem Mass for Michael was celebrated at St. Brigid’s Church, Duagh on Thursday, 4th January. Burial afterwards in Springmount Cemetery, Duagh.
DEATH of Peter Stackpoole of 10 Clanmaurice, Lixnaw, and late of Lr. Athea, on 3rd January, 2024. Predeceased by his parents Jack and Bridie. Survived by his family, son Martin, daughter Samantha and their mother Marie, Martin's partner Karolina, brothers John, Tom and Dan and sisters. Hannah Mai Murphy (Rockchapel) and Helen Cregan (Ballyhahill), sisters in law, brothers in law, nieces, and nephews. Reposing at "The Day Chapel" Abbeydorney on Sunday afternoon from 3pm to 5pm. Arriving to St. Michael's Church, Lixnaw on Monday morning for 11 a.m. requiem mass streamlined on www.churchcamlive.ie/lixnaw-parish-live-stream. Burial afterwards in Lixnaw Lawn Cemetery.
ANNIVERSARIES: Hannah Mai O Connor, Tom McMahon, Patsy O Sullivan, Nora Gould, Brenda Dineen, Eilish Hilliard, Kathleen O Connor, Mary Bourke, Noreen O Sullivan, John Stack, Tom J O Connor, Timmy Dalton, Geraldine Daly, Sheila O Carroll, Peggy Mulvihill, Denis Flaherty, Sean Costelloe, Danny O Carroll, Dick Cunningham, Jim Normoyle, Sr. Josephine Lynch, Hugh Brady, Jerry Moore, Canon Jerry Breen, Nellie Buckley, Tommy Fitzmaurice, Mickey Flaherty, Bridget Lynch, Catherine Moloney, James Kennelly,
MASS INTENTIONS: Fri.5th Jan.’24- Moyvane- Vigil Mass at 7.30pm; Sat.6th Jan.’24- Knockanure the Feast of the Epiphany at 9.30am and Mass Moyvane for John Stack (Aniv.) at 7.30pm; Sun.7th Jan.’24- Knockanure for Teresa & Michael Bambury (Aniv.’s) at 9.30am and Mass Moyvane for Denis Flaherty & parents Con & Bridie (Aniv’s) Tubertoreen at 11.00am; Tues.9th Jan.’24- Moyvane a Prayer Service & Adoration at 10.00am; Weds.10th Jan.’24- Knockanure a Private Intention
Celebrant: Fr. Brendan O’Callaghan at 10.00am; Thurs.11th Jan.’24- Moyvane a Prayer Service at 10.00am; Fri.12th Jan.’24- Knockanure for Jack, Mai & Sheila O’Connor (Aniv.’s) Formerly of Gortdromagouna at 10.00am; Sat.13th Jan.’24-Moyvane for Johnny Quinn (Aniv.) of Leitrim Middle at 7.30pm; Sun.14th Jan.’24 – Knockanure for Michelle Foley & grandfather Michael Keane & uncle Tim Keane (Aniv.’s) at 9.30am and Mass Moyvane for Dick & Donal Cunningham and Breda & Andrew Thomas (Aniv.’s) at 11.00am.
MOYVANE AND KNOCKANURE PARISH. Presbytery/Office: 068 49308, Web: dioceseofkerry.ie
Monday (Emergencies only): 087-2461749. Parish Office: Weds.10.00am-12.00noon, Thurs. & Fri. 10.00am-1.00pm. Please ring during above hours to book Masses, Baptisms & Weddings.
Fr. Brendan Carmody will be on Retreat from Mon. 8th Jan. to Thurs. 11th Jan.’24. For special reasons only; 087-960 1549.
NEW Moon on the 11th Jan.
CHOIR: North Kerry Community Choir will resume on Monday 8th January at 1pm. St Patrick’s Hall, Upper William St. Listowel. All Welcome!
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION COMMITTEE - will be holding their monthly meeting in the Parish meeting room St. Mary’s Church Listowel on Thursday 25th Jan. at 7.30pm, covering the Parishes of the Pastoral areas of Listowel and North Kerry. The committee would very much appreciate representative from each Parish of: Listowel , Lixnaw/Rathea/Irremore, Duagh/Lyreacrompane, Moyvane/Knockanure, Tarbert, Ballylongford/Asdee, Ballybunion, Ballydonoghue, with a view to establishing Adoration and getting Adorer’s back to the numbers before Covid. Deacon Thady O’Connor will be in attendance as our Chaplain. “Jesus said” Could you not Come and Watch one Hour with ME.” Info from: Margaret 087-2976304 or Maureen 087-9514352.
PANTO: a bus on Sunday 28th of Jan 2024, to see the Killorglin Players Panto’ Goldie Locks and the Three Bears’, they are performing since 1958, Contact Maureen 087 9845102.
ST JOHN’S: Friday 12th Jan at 8pm- Seán Keane back to Listowel for his annual January visit to perform from his vast repertoire of songs; Sunday 14th Jan. Theatre- Exposure; A Woman in Three Parts at 5pm; Wed 17th to Sun 21st Theatre- The Roses of Tralee, The John B Keane musical comedy, details from 068 22566.
CAO: 52,000 college places will be available in August. You have until 5pm on 1st February to submit a completed application form. 19th Jan: closing date at 5.15pm to register for HPAT (Under Graduate Med.) test; 20th Jan: apply to CAO, www.cao.ie by 5pm to avail of online discount rate of €30; 22nd Jan: closing date at 10am to register for GAMSAT (Graduate Medicine) test.
HELP: Anam Cara Kerry, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding its monthly Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Tuesday 9 January at 7:15pm in the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee. We also offer an online support group – for further information on this please contact info@anamcara.ie
RECOVERY HAVEN: Kerry Cancer Support House will have a Designer Fashion Showcase event taking place in the Gleneagle INEC Arena on February 1st, 2024. The date – St Brigid’s Day - is particularly poignant for those involved, with the show set to incorporate the extraordinary Irish saint and mark her 1500th anniversary. Renowned fashion designer Colin Horgan will be the star attraction of the event, showcasing several pieces from his new collection, while beloved Ballyheigue designer Don O’Neill - the charity’s newly appointed Patron - will showcase a select few pieces from his fashion archive. The event will be MC’d by legendary RTE broadcaster, Mary Kennedy. Tickets for sale at Recovery Haven Kerry, 5 Haigs Terrace Tralee or at the Gleneagle INEC box office, they can also be purchased online. For further information please ring 066 7192122.
MISSION, Hope Alive! will take place from Sunday Jan 21st – Wednesday Jan 24th. Each day, you are invited to join in the Mission Talk, Prayer, Mass, Prayer Petition and Family Time. Speakers include Adi Roche, Dr Michael Conway, Dr Keith Gaynor and Mellett. To participate in the Mission, register through the diocesan website, www.dioceseofkerry.ie
TRIBUTE to outgoing chairperson of Tarbert National School Board of Management, Mr. Joe Langan was recently honoured for his 14 years of dedicated service to the local school community.
TEA DANCE in Asdee Community Centre on Sun. 4th Feb. 2.30 – 5.30pm. – Fundraiser in aid of Cenacolo Community, Knock. A community of people with addiction. Prizes and Raffle. Prizes include - Return trip to Medjugorje for 1 person in 2024. Overnight stay for 2 people & evening meal in Adare Manor. B. & B. for 2 people at the Woodlands Hotel, Adare. Raffle will take place at the Tea Dance.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
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ART at the Red Door Gallery NCW, a 12 week course from 24th of Jan, details from ncwarts@gmail.com
Kerry County Council Arts Office Website; To find out about our annual programme of opportunities and events, go to our dedicated website. Website (https://kerrycoco.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b3755ab5575cb711eac9566f8&id=a799df5e4b&e=57e387efec)
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MEDJUGORJE 2024 1st—8th May 2024 & 18th—25th Sept 2024. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406.
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MESSENGER MAGAZINE Articles on spiritual topics, also environment, social, cookery & crosswords etc. Subscription for the year €24 contact Margaret on 0872672054.
MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP will meet after 10.30am. Mass, in Listowel on Monday 8th in the parish meeting room. All welcome.
GOLDEN Jubilee of the Kerry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes with Assisted pilgrims will take place from Thursday 29th August to Tuesday 3rd September 2024. More Information to follow early in 2024.
SOILED water closed period was in place from December 10 until December 31, farmers can now spread soiled water, once conditions are suitable for spreading.
SOLAR: Planning permission is being sought for a solar farm of 205ha in Co. Meath which could provide electricity to 30,000 homes.
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Farmers in the ACRES CP co-operation scheme are invited to meet with the cooperation team staff to find out about their scorecard results, supporting actions they can undertake and any other queries they have. The meetings will take place on the following dates and times: Camp Old School Building, Camp, V93 F854, Mon.15th Jan.’24, 14.30-20.30. Kilcummin GAA Club, V93 X459, Tues. 23rd Jan.’24, 14.30-20.30. Any queries contact Marianah Sahmad 064-6624607/ msahmad@skdp.net
TREES: The 100 Million Trees Project is a new national initiative developed by brothers, Richard and David Mulcahy, which aims to see the planting of 100 million native Irish trees across the island of Ireland throughout the next decade, as a community-driven initiative to reverse the immense environmental damage caused by the reduction of forests worldwide and the loss of huge areas of biodiversity. The project’s ambitious aim will be achieved through densely planting between 500 and 2,500 native Irish trees at a time across small areas of land.
https://100milliontreesproject.ie/
LAND wanted; https://www.farmersjournal.ie/news/news/farmland-wanted-for-100-million-trees-project-737882
CALVES: In 2021 and 2022, Precision Microbes carried out eight on-farm trials. Calves were placed into treatment and control groups on each farm.
Calves given Precision Microbes daily up to weaning all outperformed control groups across the eight farms. Calves were fed Precision Microbes 30ml/calf daily from birth to weaning on all trial farms.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/cork-farmer-benefits-from-long-term-use-of-precision-microbes/
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T.B.; “In the 12 month period December 18, 2022 to December 17, 2023 there have been 5,015 herds restricted and 28,131 reactors in this time period,” according to DAFM.
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FARMING NI: The A to Z of NI farming in 2023; Peter McCann reviews what the past 12 months has meant for farming in Northern Ireland. https://www.farmersjournal.ie/the-a-to-z-of-ni-farming-in-2023-797775
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SHOW: The Spring Farm Machinery Show at the Green Glens Arena, Millstreet, Cork, on Wednesday, 10 January, 2024, from 12 noon-10.00pm and Thursday, 11 January, 2024, from 12 noon-10.00pm.
NEWKD is one of 49 local development companies across Ireland. We deliver a range of support and development programmes that aim to improve the quality of life for all the people within our community. We cover the area of north, east & west Kerry.
We have local offices in Castleisland, Dingle, Listowel and Tralee. We work in partnership with our local community, community organisations, statutory services and local business.
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Irish Examiner 1841-current, Thursday, 26 November, 1914; Page: 5
BRAVE IRISH GUARDS
Private W. Cooper, 1st Batt, Blackwatch Regiment, at present in the Military Home, A. Hospital, Park Gate . Neston, Cheshire, writes as follows:—"Because they did not wish the Germans to wreak their vengeance on the house and village which had sheltered them, two Irish Guards risked their lives in the most heroic manner. One of them had carried his chum, who was slightly wounded, to a farm house, under fire, and when retreat came they got left behind. Suddenly a German patrol appeared. There were only two (one wounded) against a dozen Uhlans, but behind a barrier of furniture the two Irishmen kept the Germans at bay, wounding and killing half of them. The Germans then made off and brought a machine gun to the house, and threatened to destroy it. The two soldiers, not unmindful of the Kindness shown them by the owners of the farm, and rather than bring loss on them or the village , made a rush out, with some mad idea of taking the gun but in vain. Just over the threshold of the door they fell wounded. Now, I am glad to hear they are back in England. I have found out their names and numbers to be—2096 Private Patrick O'Regan (Rochestown, Co. Cork), 314 Private Clune, of Co. Clare.
Irish Independent 1905-current, Tuesday, 07 March, 1916; Page: 3
BRAVE IRISH OFFICER. ENTIRE ABSENCE OF FEAR
Referring to the death at the front of Major Lord Desmond Fitzgerald, the " Daily Telegraph" says.—" Lord Desmond was 27 years of age last September, and his military career, though it has been short, was "marked with conspicuous gallantry in several episodes during the present war. Twice was he wounded, and in addition to having his name mentioned in despatches he was awarded the Military Cross. His death will be deeply deplored in the Irish Guards, for he was a very capable officer, and was highly esteemed in all ranks of the regiment. " Lord Desmond did not know what, fear was, and like all his countrymen faced the greatest dangers with a joke on his lips. " Educated at Eton and Sandhurst, he joined the Irish Guards as a second lieutenant in 1909, got his captaincy in Oct., 1910, and was made a major last July. He had been adjutant since 1913."
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The term “greenwashing” was coined by environmentalist Jay Westerveld in 1986 in an essay criticising the irony of the “save the towel” movement in hotels at the time. He noticed the vast amount of waste he had come across throughout the rest of the hotel, where there were no visible signs of efforts being made to become more sustainable. He said that instead, the hotel was simply trying to reduce costs by not having to wash towels as much but while trying to market it as being eco-friendly.
https://earth.org/what-is-greenwashing/
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These Brendan initiatives are spearheaded by Storied Kerry/Ciarrai Scealach, whose chairman Frank Lewis said ‘the great Kerry story is St Brendan.’ The Brendan Project needs three independent permanent pillars. The first of these is to tell Brendan’s extraordinary story to today’s world. The second is to build a Brendan archive and to further study this. And thirdly.. what is Brendan’s message for today, what is his challenge to our world.
Dick Spring gave some highlights from the great Brendan legend “ with his fellow monks Brendan visits the island of Birds (the Faroes?). A bare island starts to sink when they light a fire. An island with mountains spewing out great rocks of fire must be volcanic activity on Iceland. Floating crystal cathedrals sounds like icebergs off Greenland.’
https://www.dioceseofkerry.ie/2023/11/major-initiatives-on-st-brendan-launched/
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2024 January 3 Knockanure
KNOCKANURE
ST PIO Prayer meeting at Castleisland Church on Tuesday 9th, note new date.
PARISH Office closed till Thurs. 4th Jan.’24.
CHOIR: Ard Chúram Day Care Centre North Kerry Community Choir Thurs. Jan 11th 1pm in the Ard Chúram Fuchsia Centre, Hospital Grounds, Greenville, Listowel, (upstairs, lift available, side entrance). Eircode V31X867. Everyone welcome. Light refreshments.
Welcome to the many visitors who came to us for Christmas and the New Year.
THANKS to all who help with the Weekly Notes.
DEATH has occurred of Michael (Mickey) O'Flaherty Jnr., Carraig an Phoill, Ballylongford and late of Keylod, on December 27th, 2023. Predeceased by his mother Mary Ellen and his son Michael Daniel. Mickey is survived by his partner Helen, father Mickey, sisters Mary, Helen, Kate, Angela and Liz, brother Tadhg, uncles Dan Joe and Brendan, aunt Helen, godson Darragh, mother-in-law Kathleen, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, and grandnieces.
Requiem mass for Mickey was celebrated at the Assumption, Moyvane on Saturday, followed by burial afterwards in Ahavoher Cemetery, Moyvane.
DEATH of Patrick Langan of Glenagragra, Athea, on December, 28th, 2023, son of the late Ned & Delia Langan and grandfather to the late Damian Curtin. Husband of Mairead. Missed by his family, sons John, Eamonn & Paudie, daughters Bríd Jameson (Glin) & Maura Curtin (Brosna), grandchildren Seán, Áine, Cian, Danny & Tiernan. Brothers George (Dublin) and Eddie. Sons in law Shane Jameson and Gavin Curtin and Eamonn's partner Patricia. Sisters in law, Vera, Teresa, Kay & Mary, brothers in law Johnny and Pat, nieces Miriam Brouder, Anne O'Neill and Edel Langan, relatives, many friends
Arriving to St. Bartholomew's Church, Athea, on Tuesday morning for 12 noon Requiem Mass. Burial afterwards in Holycross Cemetery, Athea.
ANNIVERSARIES: John Hanrahan, Fr. James Hannon, Sean Kissane, Mike Hayes, Fr. Donal O Connor, Nellie Moran, Donie Mulvihill,
MASS Intensions: Sat.30th Dec.’23- Moyvane for Patrick Curtin (Aniv.) Lower Aughrim at 7.30pm; Sun.31st Dec.’23- Knockanure for P.J. Nolan & his father Denis & grandparents Brigid & Patrick Nolan (Aniv.’s) at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Noreen O’Callaghan (Aniv.) at 11.00am; Mon.1st Jan’24- Moyvane a Private Intention at 10.00am; Tues.2nd Jan.’24- Moyvane for Donal “Teddy” Keane RIP, Recently Deceased at 10.00am; Weds.3rd Jan.’24 – Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Thurs.4th Jan.’24- Moyvane for A.M. Carr (Aniv.) at 10.00am; Fri.5th Jan.’24- Knockanure a Private Intention at 10.00am; Moyvane Vigil Mass at 7.30pm; Sat.6th Jan.’24- Knockanure for Feast of the Epiphany at 9.30am; Sat.6th Jan.’24- Moyvane for John Stack (Aniv.) at 7.30pm; Sun.7th Jan.’24 at
Knockanure for Teresa & Michael Bambury (Aniv.’s) at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for Denis Flaherty & his parents Con & Bridie (Aniv’s) Tubertoreen at 11.00am.
MISSION 2024 The diocesan mission, Hope Alive!, will take place from Sunday Jan 21st – Wednesday Jan 24th. Each day, you are invited to join in the Mission Talk, Prayer, Mass, Prayer Petition and Family Time. Speakers include Adi Roche, Dr Michael Conway, Dr Keith Gaynor and Mellett. To participate in the Mission, register through the diocesan website, www.dioceseofkerry.ie
GAA Knockanure Lotto Results from Tuesday December 19th. Jackpot was €5,800. Numbers Drawn: 17, 22, 23, and 26. No winner but lucky dips went to: 1. Michael Moore, Kilmorna; 2. Tara and Joe O Flaherty, Knocknasna; 3. Liam Corridan, c/o Teresa Collins; 4. Claire Winters, c/o Knockanure Community Centre; 5. Sean, Brid and TJ, c/o Ann Marie; 6. Helen Horgan, Knockanure; 7. Jim Gould, Kilmorna, and 8. Jerry Woods, Flynn’s Bar Knockanure. As this is our last draw for 2023, we will hold our next draw on Tuesday January 9th. We would like to thank our volunteers, our ticket buyers and vendors who this draw would not be possible without! Happy Christmas to you all and every health and happiness for 2024 from all at Knockanure GAA Club! Congratulations to Knockanure team who were crowned the North Kerry Novice Champions 2023, when they beat Clounmacon on St Stephen’s Day in Ballylongford.
CONGRATULATIONS: Moyvane syndicate members of the Lynch and Walsh families, their greyhound, Ahavoher Suzie, won final of an ON3 525 sweepstake with winner’s purse of €1,350.
Local men Con Lynch, Mike Corridan trains the April ’22 daughter of Magical Bale and Earls Dancer.
STORM; 185 ESB customers without power in the Kerry area after Storm Gerrit and 102 ESB customers were affected in the Abbeyfeale area.
BINGO Tarbert – New Year’s Bingo will be on next Wed. 3rd Jan. at 8pm in the Community Centre – with a new caller – and bigger and better prize money also.
HELP: Anam Cara Kerry, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding its monthly Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Tuesday 9 January at 7:15pm in the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee. We also offer an online support group – for further information on this please contact info@anamcara.ie
RUSH: These findings of the four-year project, for which rushes were mainly cut in Co. Clare, illustrate the “beneficial” GWP impact of harvesting and bailing rush biomass, the study shows.
Harvesting rushes. Harvesting rushes for the EIP project in Co. Clare. Source: Bernard Carey
Biochar is produced through a process called pyrolysis and a mobile pyrolysis machine. This technology can be efficient at medium to small scale, according to project findings.
This would make it possible to have carbon dioxide removal (CDR) schemes not only at local scale, but also as part of wider rural bio-economies, the LCA study states. Rush biochar has “excellent” potential to reduce total gaseous
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/reducing-emissions-from-slurry-using-biochar-made-from-rushes/
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FARMERS IN THE ACRES CP CO-OPERATION SCEME ARE INVITED TO THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS: Brandon Community Centre Brandon on 11th January at 2.30 to 8.30 p.m.
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Ballybunion Sea & Cliff Rescue. Being a voluntary service, the generosity of the public is so important to us, because only for the contributions we get through various fundraising events we couldn’t survive. Today was one of those special days. A group of wrenboys from Lisselton and Athea set out on St Stephan’s Day singing, dancing and playing all kinds of wonderful music to raise money for Ballybunion Sea & Cliff Rescue. What was even more special was that the age profile ranged from between 2 and 15 years of age. Between them the raised over €385. Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness and generosity.
SWIM Ballybunion; https://www.facebook.com/ballybunionprints.beach/videos/378527471246789
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WRENBOYS; every parish and nearly every townland in West Limerick had its own band of Wrenboys when musicians, dancers and singers travelled their locality, bringing fun and laughter into homes on St Stephen’s Day. That day is gone now but the tradition, happily, refuses to die and West Limerick remains a stronghold for the Wrenboys.
RECOVERY HAVEN: Kerry Cancer Support House will have a Designer Fashion Showcase event taking place in the Gleneagle INEC Arena on February 1st, 2024. The date – St Brigid’s Day - is particularly poignant for those involved, with the show set to incorporate the extraordinary Irish saint and mark her 1500th anniversary. Renowned fashion designer Colin Horgan will be the star attraction of the event, showcasing several pieces from his new collection, while beloved Ballyheigue designer Don O’Neill - the charity’s newly appointed Patron - will showcase a select few pieces from his fashion archive. The event will be MC’ d by legendary RTE broadcaster, Mary Kennedy. Tickets are only €30 and are for sale at Recovery Haven Kerry, 5 Haigs Terrace Tralee or at the Gleneagle INEC box office, they can also be purchased online. For further information please ring 066 7192122.
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SIAMSA TÍRE PRESENTS: Paula & P.J. Murrihy and the Murrihy Family Friday January 5th at 8pm.
Tickets from Siamsa Tire. Find out more at www.siamsatire.com.
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ARTS Council funding details here
More details (https://kerrycoco.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b3755ab5575cb711eac9566f8&id=a1fd7f799f&e=57e387efec)
Arts Act Grant & Artist Bursaries 2024
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PILGRIMAGE: The Golden Jubilee of the Kerry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes with Assisted pilgrims will take place from Thursday 29th August to Tuesday 3rd September 2024. More Information to follow early in 2024.
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PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE- Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan
11th September 2024 for 7 nights Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik.
Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879. per person sharing. Optional:
Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representative throughout.
For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
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EMAILS: People still fall for emails from supposed Nigerian princes, just as they did for letters from supposed Spanish prisoners in the early 1900s. These versions of what’s known as the advance-fee scam play to the victim’s greed with the promise of a big return on investment but of course just leave you with a depleted bank account.
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CHRISTMAS: A sweet and touching commercial shows how powerful and impactful a stroll down memory lane can be for someone struggling.
The Christmas season is a terrific and joyous occasion. Family and friends gather to exchange gifts, enjoy a meal or two and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. It’s a perfect opportunity to create memories. Sadly, Christmas can also be a heart-breaking time, especially when a beloved family member is showing and experiencing the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease.
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HISTORY: Letters from Maj William Miller, Inspector General of Police, Fermoy, outlining his report in relation to memorials of the inhabitants of County Kerry, seeking the establishment of a police station at Newtownsandes [Moyvane]
Reference:
CSO/RP/1829/953
Date:
Jun 1829-9 Nov 1829
Creator:
Chief Secretary's Office
Scope and Content:
Letter from Maj William Miller, Inspector General of Police [in Munster], Fermoy, [County Cork], to William Gregory, Under Secretary, outlining his report in relation to enclosed memorial of the inhabitants of Newtownsandes [Moyvane], County Kerry, to Hugh Percy, Lord Lieutenant, seeking the establishment of a local police station, with 14 supporting signatures. Additional letter from Miller to Francis Leveson Gower, Chief Secretary, referring to enclosed memorial of John Fitzmaurice in the Parish of Murher in the Barony of Iraghticonnor, repeating the request. [Contains list of names not given in this description]
Extent:
4 items; 14pp
http://www.nationalarchives.ie/search-the-online-catalogue/advanced-search/#!/details/111084518
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BOSTON tea Party 1773 ; Today, historians know the names of 116 men who took part in the Tea Party. The majority were under the age of 40. Most were of English ancestry, but Irish, Scottish, French, Portuguese and African heritage were also represented. -----------------
On December 16, more than 5,000 colonists flocked to the Old South Meeting House, where leading Sons of Liberty like Adams and Hancock gave impassioned speeches. Adams reportedly said he “could think of nothing further to be done,” or, alternatively, that “this meeting can do nothing more to save the country.” The Tea Party began soon after
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Every Christmas season, modern musicians — from pop stars to country singers to R&B artists — release new holiday music, offering their own versions of old songs and attempting to introduce new hits into the Christmas canon.
Despite this constant influx of new holiday music, people often continue to reach for a set of classic songs that are eighty years old.
If you’ve ever mused that it seems like the most popular holiday songs largely come from the 1940s and 50s, that perception isn’t just in your head. Statistically, two-thirds of the top Christmas songs of all time came out during those two decades.
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PEACE: December 18, 2023
In the midst of the challenges our world is facing today, we asked our panelists a simple but profound question:
Is it possible to have a world where peace exists everywhere? And if so, what would it take to make it happen?
Responses have been edited for clarity.
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The biggest change was my diet — the downstairs cafeteria was my go-to during my first year since I wasn’t allowed a car on campus. I remember the options vividly: sugar-packed cereal, carb-loaded pasta, greasy pizza, Coke products, and other not-the-best choices. My intake for vegetables and fruits was rare, especially seeing how the salad bar options would stay out for days at a time.
I knew this was not how I wanted to live — depending on my weight
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WAR: By Peter Pinedo
Abuja, 27 December, 2023 / 9:21 pm (ACI Africa).
Catholic and Nigerian leaders are demanding government action as Christian villages in the central Nigerian state of Plateau are reeling from a series of Christmas weekend attacks that left nearly 200 Christian Nigerians dead.
Photos obtained by CNA show victims of the attacks being buried in mass graves, underscoring the scale of the bloodshed.
“This indeed has been a gory Christmas for us,” Plateau governor Caleb Mutfwang said in a Tuesday statement that noted the attacks were “well-coordinated” and carried out using “heavy weapons.”
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HARBOUR: 1835 Tidal Harbours Commission. Railway from Dublin to Bantry. A vessel Leaving Berehaven Would command the Coasts of Spain. Portugal and the Coast of the Mediterranean as well as the most desirable spot for the West Indies or America.
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CONVENT: Sister Rejane and Sister Pat revisit some of their most special (and unusual!) Christmas memories, spotlighting the difference between Christmas presents and Christ's presence.
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EVICTION on Wright Holding, Coolculaghta, Durrus, May 1883.
https://durrushistory.wordpress.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=16386&action=edit
Re the transfer of Land, the Irish Land commission transferred nearly 14.5 million acres from the Landed Estates to the tenant almost 70% of the landmass of the Island of Ireland.
As an aside many literary figures such as Hugh Leonard worked there.
By my reckoning this was probably the largest voluntary land transfer in world history. It was motivated by the concept of killing Home Rule by Kindness.
From around 1895 if the Estate was willing to sell the Land Commission offered market value with a premium of 25% for selling on a voluntary basis. By that time most estates were distressed and they were only too willing to sell.
They had to produce legal title to the satisfaction of the Land Commission Law Officer. As a consequence there are 8.5 million documents stored in a warehouse in Portlaoise. Many of these are certified copies of records the originals of which were destroyed in the Public Records Office in 1922.
Landed Estates
Fior anyone interested there is a really good online site maintained by UCG on the landed esta and families.
http://www.landedestates.ie/
Popularly the land struggle is remembered as grasoi landlords and evicted tenants. The reality was different with many nuances.
In the West Cork area which am familia what the various estates say the Beecher family in 1780 had 50,000 acres admittedly some of it mountain and bog. The family ran up significant debts maintaining a house in London, William Wrixon Beecher married the celebrated Irish actress Miss Elizabeth O’Neill in 1819.
It was funded from the 1790s by granting leases for 3 lives and 21 years for a capital sum. Usually a few townlanads were involved. Those who got them were the middlemen and included well to do Church of Ireland and Methodist farmers as well as a significant cohort of well to do local Catholics some being of the old Gaelic Gentry. Acting in a logical fashion they extracted as much as they could l knowing that when their lease would expire there wouldn't be compensation unlike in Ulster.
The Beecher estate was insolvent and ended up in the Landed Estate Court in the 1850s it was stated that the middlemens rent was three times that received by the Beechers.
Some of the purchase of the Beecher and other local estates included
Timothy McCarthy Downing, Nationalist MP and solicitor had 7,000 acres
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