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Frank McGonigle,former ManagerBank of IrelandKenmare, whoretired after 42 yearsof service. Frank ispictured here withsome of the peoplehe has worked withthroughout the years.pic Harry Masterson

Seventeen-year-old student, AoifeO’Shea triumphed in winning thehugely popular competition, Kerry’sGot Talent, on the evening of December15th after giving a show-stoppingperformance. Aoife sang a stunningrendition of Billy Joel’s ‘New YorkState of Mind’ and won over both thejudges and the audience. Aoifeshowcased an impressive range oftalents throughout the competitionwhich was organised by Radio Kerry-including singing and playing the guitarand piano. Aoife was presented with thewinning title and a five-thousand eurocheque which she hopes to put towardsstudying Music in Trinity College nextyear.

IndependentCandidate DanMcCarthy announcedfor Kerry CountyCouncil ElectionsDan McCarthy of Kenmare hasannounced that he is running as anindependent candidate in the KerryCounty Council elections to be held nextMay. Dan will continue as Manager ofthe Kenmare Mart and obviously has aninterest in farming but he is also keen topreserve and further promote the tourismand fishing industries as well as generalbusiness interests which are vital toKerry’s economy.

As many of you know, Dan ran for this position in 2004 under theFianna Fail ticket and was disappointed when he was eliminated in thefinal count. However, with the constituency being increased to nine seats,he is confident that he will now secure an Independent Council seat inMay.

Dan is looking forward to meeting all constituents in the new Southand West Kerry electoral area over the next few months to canvass fortheir votes and listen to their concerns.

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Nancy O’Sullivan and Nora Riordan whoattended the pre Christmas Senior Citizens partyin The Brook Lane Hotel. pic Harry Masterson

Declan Finnegan and Neily Lucey who, for thelast 36 years, have played music and entertainedat the annual Kenmare Senior Citizens Christmasparty. The kind hearted duo have given theirservices free every year and deserve great praisefor their dedication. pic Harry Masterson

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Vitamin D is essential for all of us as it helps to absorb calcium and phosphateand thus keeps our bones healthy and strong. It is different from otheressential vitamins because our own bodies can manufacture it with sunlightexposure. This explains why we have to watch our Vitamin D intakeparticularly in the winter months where there is inadequate quality andquantity of sunlight to enable sufficient production of Vitamin D by the body.Even on sunny days in the winter, the sun’s rays are of the wrong type for theproduction of Vitamin D. In addition with more people working indoors andusing sunscreen when outside, Vitamin D from sunlight exposure hasdecreased.Besides sun exposure we can obtain Vitamin D from our diet and from

supplements.However, dietary sources are often not consumed in sufficient quantities to

counter the lack of sunlight exposure and particularly do not form part of theweaning diet for infants. Examples of dietary sources of Vitamin D includeoily fish -e.g. salmon, mackerel and sardines- egg yolks and fortified foodssuch as milk and breakfast cereals. In addition, offal meat such as liver andkidney are a good source of Vitamin D, but these foods are not suitable forinfants and pregnant women, because they provide too much Vitamin A.Vitamin D deficiency can occur when the body does not have enough

Vitamin D to properly absorb the required levels of calcium and phosphate.Mild to moderate Vitamin D deficiency can lead to bone pain and weakeningof the bones (osteoporosis). More severe levels of deficiency can cause thedevelopment of rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults.There is also growing evidence that a low Vitamin D status has a negative

influence on our immune system and our mental health and may contribute toa range of chronic diseases e.g. hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetesmellitus type 1, some inflammatory and autoimmune diseases and some formsof cancer. Unsurprisingly, a significant risk factor is a lack of exposure to thesun. Other factors include overuse of sunblock, being pregnant, breastfeeding,being aged under 5, having darker skin, being housebound or spending longparts of the day inside.The official recommendation in Ireland for the supplementary use of VitaminD is for infants from 0 to 12 months as they are at the highest risk to developVitamin D deficiency due to rapid growth during this period. The dailyrecommended dose is 5ug. Apart from that the Department of Health in theUK recommends that also children up to five years and people aged 65 yearsand over take a daily supplement of Vitamin D.Looking at the multiple advantages of Vitamin D however, it may be a goodidea for all of us to consider taking a Vitamin D supplement over the dullwinter months.If you want to know more about Vitamin D, phone us on 064-6679880 or

call into McSweeney Pharmacy Kenmare. We will be more than happy toanswer all the questions you may have.

The Rockmount Care Centre celebrated it's 10th Anniversary with anopen day at the Centre on Sunday 8th December. Over 80 personsattended this event and all were treated to full lunch and entertainment.Rockmount caters for Alzheimer/Dementia and other neurologicalsufferers in the Killarney, Kenmare and Kilgarvan hinterland. Opened in2003 on just a 2 day a week basis, its services were sought after by somany that within a year it operated on a 5 day a week basis. The provisionof a wheelchair accessible bus and full time driver meant clients could bepicked up at their homes and transported to Kilgarvan on a daily basiswhere their every need is catered for. Rockmount provides meals onwheels to those in need and among the other services it provides is alaundry service. Each Tuesday a doctor is in attendance to see after thelocal population, and a weekly visit from a physiotherapist is among thoseother services also. Each Tuesday the centre caters for the active elderlyand full lunch is provided. Anyone seeking the services of Rockmountshould contact the Nurse manager Bridie Dillon on 064 6685952 who willbe happy to show you round and offer advice. pics HarryMasterson

Enjoying a drink at the bar before dinner in TheBrook Lane Hotel are Alex Egan, Dennis O’Connor

and Dan Joe O’Sullivan. pic Harry Masterson

with Christine Bender-Pototzki

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Some of the nursing staff and carers at the Rockmount Centre.

Dr VincentBoland shares ajoke with TomMcDonnell atthe open day

Tadgh O'Donoghue, Tom McDonnell, Michael Murphy, Mary Lyne,Timothy Callaghan and Helen O'Sullivan enjoying the open day.


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RIGHT: Cate White,Monica Coffey andSister Shelia Coffeyenjoying BlackwaterWomen's GroupChristmas Party inTavern.Josephine O'Neill Therese Morley Marie O'Neill and Ingrid Koefoed

Majella O'Sullivan and Geraldine Doyle

Marie O'Connell,Breda Nash,Kathleen Palmerand June Hoad

Shelia Burns, Anne O'Sullivan, Joan and Mary Egan, and Eileen Reilly Mairead O'Neill, Doreen O'Sullivan and Sheila O'Connor

Sandra O'Shea, Anne Marie Clifford andGeraldine Doyle Magaret Kindom and Cate White

Flica Small, Mary O'Neill,Mairead Robinson and MaryDoyle enjoying BlackwaterWomen's Group ChristmasParty in Blackwater Tavern.Mairead organised the party;the food, wine, catering,music, service etc and Flicadid the cooking; the food wasdelicious, desserts were byJam and Mary O'Neill did thesetting up and the clean upAll pics Mary O'Neill

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Kenmare dancers from The Hegarty School of dance; AnnieVogels, Susan Torpey and Isabelle O'Sullivan Waters, 'light jig'prize winners at Feile Rince ui Bhriain held in Limerick lastweekend.

Do you love to read? Are you a confidentwriter? Do you have some spare time?If so, why not consider volunteering as an adult literacy tutor. The AdultLiteracy and Basic Education Programme of Kerry Education and TrainingBoard operates with the help of volunteers who come together to help adultswith literacy difficulties in a confidential setting. Tutors come from a widerange of backgrounds, and meet a learner for an average of 2 hours per week .Teaching qualifications are not needed, as full training is organised for allvolunteers, before you start and on an ongoing basis.It can be extremely rewarding to help an adult to catch up on skills they missedwhile growing up. Sometimes this means helping someone to read the paper,read a bus timetable or write Christmas cards. Sometimes it might includepreparing them to help with children’s homework. It can be very powerful tohelp someone with these core life skills and to see the difference it can make.If you have a high standard of English, are a good communicator and goodwith people, and you feel able to work in a confidential setting, this might befor you. Good organisational skills and basic computer skills are an advantage.All volunteers are Garda vetted.If you would like to find out more, phone Maggie O’Sullivan Graham on 0646642728 or email [email protected] next tutor training programme starts in February 2014, and we will beinterviewing volunteers for places during January. We would love to hear fromyou.

HarryMasterson'sphotographshows a verysprightlylooking JerKelleher,Kilgarvan,enjoying his80thbirthdaycelebrationsat The BrookLane Hotelwith hisfamily andfriends.

Mary Kelleherpictured on theoccasion of her65th birthdayand retirementwith her familyand some of hermany friends inThe Brook LaneHotel.pic HarryMasterson

Kenmare based adventurer Ripley Davenportis set to attempt an 850-mile ultra adventureswim round Ireland in 2014.Davenport will attempt the gruelling task of

swimming the 850-miles in a clockwise directionto go with prevailing winds and currents battlingthe Atlantic Ocean. It is an enormous challengementally, physically and emotionally battling cold,monotony, fatigue, storms, jellyfish, hunger, andisolation.With real time tracking feeding his progress

directly to the Round Ireland Swim website, hewill swim up to 12 hours a day and use a supportyacht for resting, eating and recording his finishand start position each day to ensure he swims theentire distance himself. A sea kayak will alsoaccompany Davenport.

However as a prelude to the 850-mile ultraadventure swim, Davenport will also attempt anon-stop open water adventure swim on May24th, a distance covering 30 miles, fromDerrynane to Kenmare.More than just an extraordinary swim of

physical and mental endurance however, theRound Ireland Swim relays an inspiring messageto everyone that you can make a change andanything is possible and anyone can achieve adream that transcends all boundaries.Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2011,

Davenport will raise funds for the MultipleSclerosis Society of Ireland (MS Ireland). Thosewilling to help and/or to donate to his courageousattempt can log on to the websitewww.roundirelandswim.com.


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The rain didn’t stop the festive season starting early in Kenmare onSaturday Deember 14th with a 12 hour Carol Marathon in aid of the LowCost Counselling service in Kenmare Family Centre. A variety ofmusicians, carol singers and entertainers provided a festive day ofChristmas song and music. SouthWest Counselling Centre and KenmareFamily Centre would like to extend a special thank you to TerryO’Doherty, Mickey Ned O’Sullivan, Eileen Ryan and Jackie Langley forall their hard work in organising the event. A big thank you too to all thecaroler’s, musicians and Kenmare GAA volunteers who madethe marathon such a huge success. Sincere thanks to all our sponsors(SuperValu, Aldi, JAM and the Kenmare Co-op Café) who generouslyprovided a selection of food and drinks to both caroler’s and thepublic. All proceeds from the event will go towards low cost counsellingat Kenmare Family Centre. SouthWest Counselling Centre has beenproviding this service in the Kenmare Family Centre since May 2013with financial support from the South Kerry DevelopmentPartnership. For more information on counselling or to make anappointment call Mary (087) 1803852.

The course will commence on Tuesday February 4th 2014 from 7.30pm to9.30pm at Kenmare Family Centre, Railway Road. There is no charge.The course is a practical and positive parenting guide on how to promoteconfidence, learning and good behaviour in young children aged 1 to 6years. Issues covered include• Child-centred play and communication• Supporting children self-esteem and confidence• Promoting children’s language and development• Helping children concentrate and learn• Building cooperation in young children• Establishing daily routines• Managing tantrums, misbehaviour and problemsTo book a place contact Joy on 087 7086641 or [email protected]

Kenmare Women's GroupHi folks, sorry I missed the December issue, I had the dates all wrong. Ihope you missed me!I hope you all had a happy Christmas time, and that the New Year will begood to you. Even that's a bit late, because it will be almost Februarybefore you read this.Our group is back again and we will be having meetings until Easter,which is much later this year. Our February programme includesChristina Foley (physio fitness), Frank King (birds) and Tracy Collins(medieval nuns).As always, we are happy to meet new people, so why not give us a try?We meet on Wednesday mornings 11am - 1pm, at the Adult EducationCentre. If you want any further information you can contact me at6640935 or 086 3454849.Patricia Noad (chairwoman)Quote of the month;Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there

Parent Plus at Kenmare Family Centre are hostingan eight week parenting course for parents of

children aged from 1 to 6 years

Pictured handing over a cheque for �1000 to Joy Clifford of SouthWest Counselling Service Kenmare were the charitable carol singersGordon, Eileen, Mary and Terry. pic Harry Masterson

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I must admit that at least for me, Christmas and into the NewYear was a whirlwind of social events. Starting with Christmasdinner followed by a family reunion party plus several dinners.The end result was that I spent a lot of time in the smallest room inour house sitting down and contemplating my past and future andfeeling very ill. Whether that was from too much to eat or drink orsome bug I picked up the beginning and the end, if you willpardon the pun, was the same. Now that I am back to my old selfagain now, I think of the times while I sat on the throne thinkinghow thoughtless I had been to someone who had gone to a lot oftrouble to be kind to me.A gentleman came into the shop a while back and asked me if I

had read ‘The Compleat Angler’ by Izaak Walton (for those of youwho may not know this was the first book on rod fishing everprinted and appeared from the presses of AT Maxey of St.Dunstan's Church Yard, Fleet Street, London 1653 and, thoughreprinted several times, copies are very rare). I answered that yes Ihad seen a copy once but had never read or owned one. Well, hesaid, I owned one years ago and my daughter really loved it andasked me if I would give it to her which I did (again for yourinformation it is not just a book on angling but is full of hints,poems and homilies). Now many years later she is married andliving in Scotland. A short while ago I visited her and noticed ‘TheCompleat Angler’, though small in size, had prize of place in herbook shelf. I suggested she might like to give it back as I hadsomeone in mind who would love it but the answer was definitely

not. A few days later in Glasgow with a bit of time on my hands Ideceived to visit a few book shops and ‘Lo and Behold’ in one ofthem I found a reprint of the book with a dedication to George R,and what looks like ‘Bowie 1923’. And, he said quietly, I have ithere, producing the book and handing it to me. I examined it, nodoubt it was in lovely condition. Gosh, I said, you were lucky tofind this volume to replace the one you gave your daughter.Actually, he said, I enjoy your little articles in The Kenmare Newsso this book is a present to you. I was shocked, surprised, gobsmacked, I am useless for knowing people though everyone seemsto know me. What his name is, who he was, have I met him sincewith no acknowledgement I do not know, embarrassment hasprevented me from mentioning the whole episode until now. All Isaid to him as he left was a feeble thank you. Just like his daughterI also would not part with ‘The Compleat Angler’ and I owe thatgentleman a debt of gratitude for his kindness in thinking of meand his time and effort in seeking out something that I alwayswanted. I have a library of fishing books but just two have pride ofplace ‘The Compleat Angler or The Contemplative Man’sRecreation’, by Izaak Walton and ‘Aman can fish’, by T.C.Kingsmall Moore. Again, apologies and thanks.

It is with great disappointment that local salmon anglers havediscovered that The Roughty River will have brown as well asblue tags to control salmon catches this year. A river which wasdocumented as the most prolific spawning river in europe in timespast has now had this regime of control introduced for to protectwhat few salmon are left. Will we see the salmon disappear likethe grouse and snipe? By the look of things yes. The reason?Human activities! The Roughty now joins the Sheen, anotherwonderful salmon river, the Blackwater the same, Finnihy,Cloonee and Owenshagh as rivers at, or indeed below, sustainablesalmon number. Appealing over the years to peoples betterinstincts and trying to stop them from damaging fish stocks hasnot worked. Where can you go from here? I have been disliked forsaying a fish in the river caught and returned by a tourist angler isworth hundreds of euro more to our local economy then the samefish served up for dinner. The future of our local rivers are in ourhands. God help us.

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Kenmare News | 9Local vet warning to all dog owners, ‘dogsare dying suddenly in our area (still)’

“In November I wrote about a marked increase of ‘sudden’ deaths of dogsin the greater Kenmare area. Sadly enough this is still the case.In the last months we are confronted with a significant increase of ownersreporting dogs practically dying overnight. We have carried out severaltests and post-mortem examinations and we can come to the conclusionthat a few conditions are responsible for these deaths;Viruses; we found Parvo virus and Leptospirosis (Weill's disease/rat urinedisease) responsible for a large part of dying and/or very sick dogsPoison; especially Trodax injected into meat, spread as bait for foxesObviously we all want to avoid our pet or working dog to die.There a few practical things that can be done.;Viruses; correct vaccinated dogs will not get sick or die from either Parvovirus or leptospirosis. I am always surprised by the amount of owners whonot vaccinate their dogs. I am not sure if it is because the facts and risksare unknown or if it is about the expense. In any case vaccination is by farthe cheapest and most effective way to prevent your dog getting sick ordying from many viruses. The more dogs are vaccinated in anygeographical area, the less reservoir is left for the disease and this willsubsequently reduce the mortalities in dogs.Poison; Obviously no one plans his dog to be poisoned, but we see ithappen a lot. In nearly all cases of poison it concerns dogs that are able to‘roam’ around. The most sensible step in avoiding poisoning is to makesure the dog is always in a secure area or under control. On the other side Ithink that spreading poison is per definition a wrong thing to do. In certaincircumstances it could be an option in the control of predators, but thenused under controlled and sensible circumstances.In order to promote dog vaccination we are extending our offer of two fullvaccines for the price of one. The offer includes a consult with healthcheck and two ‘7 in 1’ vaccines given 3 weeks apart for a total price of�38. This offer will only run until January 31st 2014. We sincerely hopethat this will reduce the amount of sudden and unnecessary death dogs!Please call our centre for further information or to make an appointmenton 064 6642695.”Henk Offereins, DVM, MVScKenmare Veterinary Centre

Michael, Eleanor, Patrick Connor - Scarteen and Staff Rosemarie,Susan and Tommy celebrating their office being opened 30 years thisweek. Eleanor and Michael opened the office at 5 Main Street on the13/01/1984 having secured the Agency of the EBS and expandingMichaels existing business to incorporate General Insurance. Fornumberous years prior to 1984 Micheal operated as an Auctioneer and inLife Assurance sales. Both of Michaels & Eleanors familes have beenoperating in business in the town of Kenmare since the 1870's. Michael &Eleanors business has grown over the years and they would sincerely liketo thank all of their loyal customers for all their support thoughtout theyears and would welcome any new customers - they have a range ofservices to offer everyone from Savings with EBS Ltd, General Insurance:Motor, House, Travel & Comerical, Life Assurance: Investments,Pensions, Life Cover & Income Protection, AVIVA HEALTHINSURANCE, well established Auctioneers and Valuer.

Kenmaredancers fromThe HegartySchool of Dancewho wereplaced first inthe 'meandouble jig' atFeile Rince uiBhriain held inLimerick lastweekend.

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10 | Kenmare NewsFinalists in theChristmas Hamperat BlackwaterTavern; DannyMoriarty and JohnPalmer who camefirst, Patsy Breenand MichaelO'Connor camesecond, DanO'Sullivan, JimmyO'Sullivan, JohnEgan and ConMahony.pic Mary O'Neill

Talented young Kenmare dancers excel at Bernie O’Sullivan School of Irish Dancing

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Brian O'Neill, Angela Nilan and CoraO'Farrell

Elaine O'Neill, Cora O'Farrell,Aoife Mullins and GraceChristian

Blackwater NewsThe AGM of BlackwaterWomen’s Group takes place in BlackwaterTavern on Tuesday 11th of February. The monthly meeting at 8.30pmwill be followed by the AGM, the resignation of the current officers andthe election of officers for the coming year. Annual membership of €5 isdue for renewal at the A.G.M; all members requested to attend and newmembers are welcome.‘Drama in the Tavern’. On Sun the 26th of Jan we are having 8 shortplays in Blackwater Tavern, doors open at 7.30, plays start at 8pm. Theyare all original plays written by the Drama Group so it should be anentertaining evening with a raffle at the intermission. Rehearsals for thebig play which will be staged in June start in February.Go for Life Exercise Classes; total body toning classes for the over 50sstart Thurs 23rd of January from 7 to 8pm in Blackwater Tavern; for theyoung and active, classes Thursday nights from 8 to 9pm. Shirley Pryceis the instructor, classes cost €40 for 8 weeks. Names and moreinformation from Mary in the Tavern 064-6682003.There is a Tea Dance in the Droumhall Hotel on Sun 26th of January at1.30pm. Four course lunch €15, music & dancing to the Singing Jarvey.Bus transport €3.Tahilla Ladies Club will celebrate their 30th anniversary with aBiddy Ball Dance in Sneem Hotel on Saturday 1st February at 9.30pm.Music by Patrick O’Sullivan. Admission €10, Finger Food, Raffle andBiddy Dress is optional. Everyone Welcome. Tickets at the door.The Mart Social takes place in Kenmare Bay Hotel on Friday 7thFebruary. Music by Neily O’Connor. Tickets from the Mart Office 064-6642210.Important Cardiac First Responder Meeting on Mon 10th Feb 2014in the Carlton Hotel, Dan Spring Rd, Tralee to inform communitygroups about the role of Community First Responders and how they arelinked in to assist the local ambulance service. The meeting will helpcommunities to set up and train Defibrillator Groups, facilitate thetraining of CPR instructors within their groups and subsequently set upCardiac First Responder teams in their area. Doors open at 7:30pm;meeting at 8pm till 9.30pm approx. Speakers on the night include;Representatives from the National Ambulance Service, the Irish HeartFoundation etc. Representatives from every parish & from allcommunity defibrillator groups are invited to attend.

Thehardworkingpeople atKenmare Martenjoyed theirChristmas Partyat TheBrooklaneHotel.pic Mary O'Neill

Grace andGerard’sWedding onSat 21st Dec2013.James and MaryO'Farrell, GraceChristian and GerardO'Farrell, Cora andPatrick O'Farrell.all pics Mary O'NeillShop

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Kenmare Bridge RunThe third annual Kenmare Bridge Run, hosted by Kenmare Athletic Club,will be held on Saturday 8th February. The 10km road race of previousyears has been joined by a 5km run this year. Race headquarters is theCommunity Centre in Shelbourne Street with registration open at 12:00noon. Both races kick off at 2pm. The 5km race will start at the gates toSheen Falls Lodge and follow the lower road around the river beforecrossing the Roughty Bridge and heading back to Shelbourne Streetthrough Killowen. Transport to the start line will be provided. The routefor the 10km race is unchanged and starts and ends in Shelbourne Street.There is a route map on the club’s website and also on their Facebookpage. Entry fee is €10 for the 5km and €15 for the 10km. The kid’s 1mile charity fun run will be held at 12:45. Entry fee is €5 and all moneyraised from this race will be donated to our nominated charity – St Vincentde Paul.Couch to 5kmFollowing the club’s successful C25k program before Christmas, new ses-sions will be starting on Monday 3rd February. We are offering two op-tions for the new year, so there’s no excuse. Option 1 will be held at theKenmare GAA car park at 9:30am on Monday, Wednesday and Fridaymornings. Option 2 will be held at Gortamullen Business Park at 8pm onMonday, Wednesday and Friday evenings. Some intermixing of the op-tions is available so if you want to do two mornings and one evening,that’s fine. This gentle introduction to running takes 9 weeks to completeand is suitable for all levels of fitness. It will end with a timed 5km run onSunday 30th March. All entry fees will be donated to the local counselingservices. There will be a pre-registration and information meeting on theconcourse at the Kenmare Shopping Centre on Saturday 25th January at2pm.Indoor Juvenile AthleticsIndoor athletics for all primary school children takes place every Fridayevening at the Kenmare GAA hall. Junior infants, senior infants and 1stclass from 6:15 to 7pm and 2nd to 6th classes from 7-8pm. Membership is€20 for the year. All new members must bring a photocopy of their birthcertificate to register. Registration is compulsory for indoor athletics.

Busy programme ahead forKenmare Athletics Club

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Success in retaining Court Houses.I was glad to have led the successful campaign which retained 3 out of 4of the Court houses under review for closure in Kerry, gladly Kenmare,Cahirciveen and Dingle Court Houses will be operational for theforeseeable future, unfortunately Killorglin Court House will more thanlikely close. It is important that Court Houses in local towns are retained Ihave seen first hand how beneficial they are to local communities, localGardai and the legal profession from my time working as a Solicitorbefore I became a County Councillor and as the current Chairperson ofKerry Joint Policing Committee. There were 3 submissions to the Courtservice the other two were from the Kerry Law Society and LocalSolicitors I also contacted the Justice Minister Alan Shatter TD in relationto their retention.

Substantial Roads funding: Sneem/Tahilla & Castlecove.The area that received the most roads funding in 2014 in Kerry was theCaherdaniel/ Sneem area. This is clearly visible from the roads list forKerry. The Minister for Transport LeoVaradkar TD and The NationalRoads Authority announced in late December funding for NationalSecondary routes; roads in our area include:Castlecove � 950,000. Sneem Village �800,000. Tahilla �125,000 andKenmare to Killarney (Looscaunagh) �750,000. Further roads allocationsare to be announced shortly.

Private Housing Grants.Kerry County Council has this year received extra funding from theDepartment of Environment, Community & Local Government for Grantsfor older people and people with a disability or mobility issues. MinisterJan O’Sullivan announced an extra 11% funding. Kerry County Councilwill receive �1.43 million and the Council will have to provide an extra20% from their own resources on top of the allocation given. If peoplewould like further information feel free to contact me or alternatively givethe Council a call on 066 7183500.

Kenmare Tidy Towns: County Councillorsallocation.I recently gave allocation for a few projects. I will give further allocationagain shortly to Kenmare Tidy Towns and other Villages and areas in ourlocality.

Sports Capital Grants.The Department of Transport, Tourism & Sport are accepting applicationsfrom sports clubs for sports capital grants, such grants are of great benefitto sports clubs; I encourage Clubs in our locality to have a look at theDepartments web site and apply for funding.

Kenmare Eastern Relief Road.I was informed by Kerry County Council Engineers that the new road willnot be open until the Spring Time. They along with the National RoadsAuthority are committed to the project and are confident of receivingfurther funding to complete the road

Monthly motions.Dangerous bend on Bonane road.That Kerry County Council consults with the National RoadsAuthority/Department of Transport and requests that funding is providedto make the road safer near the turn on the N71 Bonane road atGortnadullagh, Kenmare, there have been numerous serious accidents atthis location and a fatality in 2007.

Flooding/ Costal erosion.What measures are Kerry County Council doing to assist people living incostal locations that are in danger of flooding? Has the Council applied forfunding from Government Departments and the EU. I will be speaking atthe Council meeting about various areas around Kerry however I will domy utmost to seek funding for places in our locality damaged by therecent storms for example Coss Strand, Templenoe, Killmacallogue,Lauragh and Rossdohan and Sneem.

Agricultural payments.I welcome the new rural area stimulus package worth over 4bn to Irelandover 7 years. There are new schemes for farmers starting in 2015 such asthe GLAS scheme formerly REPS. I am hopeful that many farmers in ourarea will receive the maximum payment of �7000, extra grants for youngfarmers, retention of the disadvantaged areas fund, and �80 for sucklercows. However currently some farmers are facing difficulties in claimingall their entitlements due to grounds being deemed ineligible by EURegulations. I will continue to lobby TDs to seek changes to theseEuropean regulations

Kerry County Council Budget 2014:Commercial rates.There will be no increase in commercial rates in 2014. The annual Rate ofValuation will remain at �80.35. Although there has not been any increasein Rates in recent years, businesses have to cope with huge hikes inelectricity, oil and gas. As the economy improves the Council shouldreduce rates.

Council rents not to increase.Due to pressure from Councillors Kerry County Council have decided notto pass on the cost of the property tax to Council tenants, the proposed �2per week increase will not now have to be paid.

Area meeting motions.The next County Council area meeting for the South and West area willtake place on 28th February next, if people would like for me to raise anyissues at the meeting please let me know before 14 February.

TDs advice and assistance.Brendan Griffin TD holds monthly clinics in the area he can be contactedon 066 652884. Minister Jimmy Deenihan TD is regularly in the area andhis office can be contacted on 068 57446.

Your Local Councillor.Always available at 5 Main Street, or I can meet people after work mostevenings in the Kenmare, Kilgarvan, Lauragh, Tuosist, Bonane,Templenoe, Blackwater and Sneem area’s. I hold Clinics in mid Kerry andparts of the Ring of Kerry every month.

Patrick O’Connor-Scarteen MCC087 [email protected] Kerry County Development BoardChairperson Kerry Roads & Transportation SPCChairperson Kerry Joint Policing CommitteeMember Kerry County Council Corporate Policy GroupMember Local Electoral Area Committee

Cllr PatrickO’Connor-Scarteenreports...

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16 | Kenmare NewsPopular localman HarryMastersonwas on theother side ofthe camerafor oncewhen he wassurprised bythe boys fromKenmareRFC on hisbirthday.pics MaryO’Leary

Joelle Lee whocelebrated her40th birthdayrecently in theBrook LaneHotel with herfamily andsome of hermany friends.pic HarryMasterson

Harry Masterson’sphotograph showsNoel Hanley, KerryCounty Council FireService Kenmare,who retired after 18years service. Noelreceived a bronzestatuette fromAssistant Chief FireOfficer MichaelFlynn depicting afireman with a childin his arms, thedesign and originprobably came fromthe verse below.

A FiremanHe's the bloke nextdoor. He's the manwith a sharp memoryof a little boy who never got over the excitement of engines and sirens andsmoke and danger.He's a bloke like you and me with wants and worries and unfilled dreams.Yet stands taller than most of us. He's A Fireman.He puts it all on the line when the bell rings.A fireman is at once the most fortunate and least fortunate of men.He's a man who savours life because he has seen too much death.He's a gentle man because he has seen too much of the awesome power ofviolent forces out of control.He's a man responsive to a child's laughter, because his arms have heldtoo many small bodies that will never laugh again.He's a man who appreciates the simple pleasures of life, hot coffee held innumbed unbending fingers, the flush of fresh air pumping through smokeand fire convulsed lungs, a warm bed for bone and body compelledbeyond feeling. The camaraderie of brave men, The divine peace ofselfness service and a job done well in the name of all men.He doesn't wear buttons or wave a flag or shout obscenities and when hemarches it is to honour a fallen comrade.He doesn't preach the brotherhood of man.He lives it.

The Breadcrumb is introducing a new event and every last Tuesday ofthe month, starting on Tuesday 28th January, Joan O’Connell,preschool teacher for over 30 years, will come to the Kenmare cafeand tell stories. All children aged 3-6 years are welcome to listen andenjoy a hot chocolate and a treat afterwards.The cost will be �4 per child, including the hot chocolate (or other drink)and treat. To book a place please call 064 6640645 or text 087 2680279.Bookings can also be made in The Breadcrumb Cafe, New Road (offHenry Street) in Kenmare.The Breadcrumb is a Cafe, Bakery and shop for Italian Delicatessen andopen all year. Every week there are specials on the menu with onInternational Thursday and Friday an adventurous trip around the world,tasting new food from different countries.Experiencing new food also means new food for the mind!

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43 pupils from Pobalscoil Inbhear Scéine competed in the Kerry Colleges Cross-Country in Killarney on Thursday January 16th.In the Minor Girls 1500m race, Cara Daly was second and her team included Christine McCarthy, Amber Doran,Chiara Rainier. In the Minor Boys2000m, Jamie Harrington finished seventh and the Minor Boys team included Jamie Harrington, Jack Maye, Brian Twomey, Tadgh O'Siochriu, DonalO'Sullivan and Dylan van Daele. Helena O'Sullivan won the Junior Girls 2000m and Aishling Foley also competed. Cormac O'Sullivan was fifth in theJunior Boys 3000m and his team won second team prize- Cormac O'Sullivan, Declan Hallissey, Tadhg O'Sullivan, Griffin Wharton, Michéal McCarthy,Chris Creedon, Liam Twomey, Ben O'Shea, Seamus Browne, Dylan O'Connor, Cathal Whelton, David Cronin,Jordan Schmidt, Eamon Harrington, Ashda Vos, Levi Henton. In the Inter Girls 3000m, Laura Hallissey won the race and Mikaela Mulcahy was third.Their team won first team prize; LauraHallissey, Mikaela Mulcahy, Ciara Riney and Mary Taylor. In the Inter Boys 4000m, Denis Cronin was seventh and his team won third team prize;DenisCronin, Eugene Sweenry, David Murphy, Darren Maye,Joe Doyle, Ennis da Vos, Mark O'Riordan, Gearóid Fennessy, Dion Burke,Jordan Whyte. Darren

Cremin competed in the Senior Boys 5000m.The South Munsters will take place on Friday January 24th in Curaheen, Bishopstown, Cork at 1pm. School training continues Mondays and Thurdays

after school in the school field.

17 medals won at Kerry Colleges Cross-Country

Kerry Colleges Medal-winnersMedal-winners from Pobalscoil Inbhear Scéine who competed in the Kerry Colleges Cross-Country in Killarney on Thursday January 16th.

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Minster to take upArd Bhearna SafetyConcernsMinister Jan O'Sullivanoutlined her concern forthe safety issues at ArdBhearna estate and hasagreed to take up thisissue. While there is nolegal requirement on the council, there is serious concern that there is nofootpath and street lighting between the estate and the town. Best practicehas always been that the safety of the children and other residents shouldalways be paramount. I will continue to work on this issue.

Street Trading Court Hearing on February 7thThere is a proposal by the council that 38 parking spaces be handed overto street traders 6 days a week from 8am and 7pm from McSweeneyscorner to the Market House. The council currently have no plans to findreplacement parking spaces for the customers of the rate paying premisesin the town. If this proposal goes ahead it will be detrimental to all thelocal businesses.

Hedge cutting important to Road SafetyI have contacted the council in relation to hedge cutting as over grownhedges are currently posing a serious danger to road users

Repair of Damage at Coss StrandI have contacted the Office of Public Worksand the Council for funding to repair toCoss Strand which was damaged in therecent storms

Kerry County Council must takeaction on Dangerous section ofGlengarriff RoadWith the residence of the Glengarriff Roadwho are concerned about a very dangerousstretch of road where they have beennumerous accident and fatalities

I was delighted toattend the launchnight of NeidinHats and wisheveryone involvedthe very Best ofluck

All citizens in Kerry to be given vote in proposed SeanadreformsThe Fianna Fáil Bill seeking to introduce immediate reforms to SeanadÉireann, which would give all citizens in Kerry a vote in Seanad electionsshould be accepted by the Government.The aim of the Seanad Reform Bill2014 is to strengthen the powers of the upper house to act as a check ongovernment and scrutinise national and EU legislation on behalf of thepeople. We cannot let the Government continue to ignore the very cleardemands from the public for real changes in our political system. Thegovernment promised a ‘democratic revolution’ this government has usedits unprecedented majority to ruthlessly guillotine bills, abolish towncouncils in Kerry and seek to further centralise powers into fewer hands byabolishing the Seanad. The Government also cynically abolished electionsto Údarás na Gaeltachta in favour of political appointments.This Bill provides a legislative route to achieving proper reform of SeanadÉireann without further delay. It opens the Seanad up to every voter inKerry; it gives voting rights to the Irish diaspora and eligible NorthernIrish citizens; it earmarks seats for minority groups; it moves towardsgender equality and it curbs spending on campaigns.With the political will,we can make all these changes within a matter of weeks. By voting for thisBill, we could immediately end the "political elitism" that the Governmentclaimed to oppose during the referendum, by giving all citizens in Kerry asay in who represents them in the upper house.

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KenmareEvery Saturday morning at Sean Daly’s Office, 34 Henry Street.KilgarvanFebruary 7th/8th Kilgarvan VillageCaherdanielFebruary 7th/8th Blind Piper & Freddies BarCastlecoveFebruary 7th/8th Staigue Fort HotelSneemFebruary 7th/8th Sneem HouseBlackwaterFebruary 7th/8th Blackwater TavernTemplenoeFebruary 7th/8th Pat Spillane’s Bar

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The Futureis You!The Kenmare Social &Family Events Committee isholding an Open Meetingon Wednesday 29th Januaryat 8pm in The Carnegie todiscuss the continuance offuture events in Kenmareand suggestions for eventscurrently held at Easter,Halloween & ChristmasPlease attend so that we can ensure the future of some of the fantasticevents that take place every year in Kenmare and are so enjoyed by bothlocal people and visitors alike.

The hard workingstaff of StarSeafoods andAdventure Centreenjoying theirChristmas party inDavitts Restaurant.pic Mary O’Leary

Sr Shelia Coffey, Tadgh, Timmy, Peggy and Suzanne Clifford after Massin Blackwater Christmas Day. pic Mary O'Neill

Thank you to everyone whosupported local medicalstudent Joe O’Sullivan athis fundraising table quiz onDecember 27th. He is wellon his way to raising thenecessary funds needed forhis volunteer trip to Nepalin August.

New Winter Menuhas arrived.

Join us for all new flavours addedto our starters, mains and desserts

in addition to ourCharcoal favourites.

Also open for Sunday Lunch from12:30-3:30pm.

News from the Kenmare mens shed.January finds theMens shed at thestart of the biggestundertaking toDate. Through thegenerosity ofKenmare galleryowner, RosemaryPurcell, the shedhas received thebeautifull 22 footyacht ‘Karina’ asa renovationproject. Although the boat is in very good structural order the aim is torestore her to gleaming perfection throughout ! and the longterm plan forthe yacht is to have her in trust, based in Kenmare for some sort of sailtraining/adventure experience. Such work is no light challenge and it is fairto expect it to take 18 months or more depending on the man hours applied.Anyone from novices to master shipwrights are welcome!As ever the shed is here for Men who might have time and interest in whatwe have to offer and particurlarly our new plan with the yacht Karina, orjust a coffee and a chat ! So if you think you might be interested inparticipating in this great venture please do come and have a look.Other marine projects we have lined up are the repair of a 16 foot fishingpunt, the building of a second Currach,( the first that we built we hope toenter in the Ras Mor in Cork this June bank holliday).We make various wooden objects for sale towards our fundraising and ofcourse people have their own various personal projects underway.The future for the Mens shed in Kenmare is bright and interesting and its allabout the Men!Mens shed, Gortamullen.Rev.Michael Cavanagh. 087 1606312Jon OConnor. 087 2480051 News from the kenmare mens shed.

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RoadworksI welcome the funding from the NRA, which I lobbied strongly forover the last 12 months. The works will be carried out in 2014.Funds totalling over �2.3 million will involve road repairs on theRing of Kerry road, a section at Coad – Castlecove, Sneem –Drimnabeg, Carhan-Caherciveen and at Muckross, Killarney andLooscaunagh. Also, the long awaited road improvements will becarried out at Kilderry Bends and road surfacing in Milltownvillage. Repairs will also be carried out on the Castlemaine toMilltown road and Killarney to Rathmore road at Gortanahaneboy.

GratitudeWe are all very thankful and grateful to people who had to workover the Christmas period – the council, Eircom, ESB, Gardai, FireService personnel– to ensure that the roads were kept clear and thatvital services were kept going during the atrocious weatherconditions over Christmas. Without their work many homes wouldhave been left without lights and phones and roads would havebeen impassable. Thanks again to all involved.

Single Farm PaymentsMany farmers in our area are continuing to suffer financially due tothe fact that lands that were eligible for payment in the past havenow been taken out. I would strongly urge affected farmers toappeal decisions taken by the Department as in many instances,following on from ground inspections, less ground is deemedineligible than what was originally proposed. Farmers are beingpenalised unnecessarily in many instances.

Flood DamageMuch of our coastal areas were ravaged during the recent high tidesand storms. I have called on the Government to secure EUsolidarity funding and the response from Europe to this request ispositive. There is a major problem in that these funds, oncesecured, will only be allowed to be used by public bodies in publicareas. Property owners with private lands are finding themselvesin the position of relying on insurance companies and in many

cases disputes are already arising over liability to pay.

Irish Water debacleThe Government have made another fine mess with Irish Water byallowing them to waste �50 million on devising methods to billcustomers when all of this information would be readily availablefrom other bodies such as Airtricity.

Red CrossI am delighted that the hardworking service – The Kerry Red Cross– has been nominated as one of the official charities for the Ring ofKerry cycle 2014. The Red Cross has served our communities verywell back over the decades and the volunteers who give vastamounts of their time free of charge are to be commended andthanked.

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DenisO'SullivanBonane whocelebrated his21st Birthdayin December inthe Sailors Barwith familyand friends.Pictured withDenisis his girlfriendDeirdre BegleyBantry. picLisa O'Shea

Kenmare Swim Club. Swim Ireland will be running a level 1 coachingcourse in Tralee shortly and is open to anybody interested in coachingswimming. Please contact the Kenmare swim club if you are interestedemail [email protected] / 087 0692802

The Irish Pilgrimage Trust is a registered charity in Ireland, and for over40 years the Trust has been travelling on pilgrimage and on holiday toLourdes with young people with special needs, from all over Ireland.All the Carers and young people travel on Easter Sunday and participate in aunique week in Lourdes, together with friends from the wider community ofHCPT, over five thousand pilgrims enjoy this exceptional experience everyyear.This year, Kenmare Tri Club member, Sheila O’Sullivan will be travelling as acarer to spend a week looking after children with special Needs in Lourdes. Asshe says herself, it is hard work but so worthwhile for both children and theircarers. She pays her own travelling costs and has to raise funds to help bring asmany children as possible on this trip.As a fundraiser Sheila, with the help of the Kenmare Tri Club, is organising a‘24 Turbothon’ beginning on Saturday 15th Feburary at 1pm and ending onSunday, 16th February at 1pm at Kenmare Icecream on Henry Street,Kenmare. John Brennan, presenter of TV programme ‘At Your Service’ willlaunch the event, cycling with Sheila for the first half-hour himself.If you would like to help in any way, either cycling or as a collector for anallocated time on the day, please contact Sheila or any member of the KenmareTri Club. Please support this deserving charity.

Sandra Anne Marie & Geraldine at the BWG Party.

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Ailidh O'Leary pictured following her christening in Lauragh Church withher mum and dad, Janice and Michael, and Liam Lyne, Mary O'Leary,Evelyn Lyne and Colette O'Leary. pic Harry Masterson

Anne Linnell in theDepartment ofChemistry at the CITopen day,Bishopstown Campusbefore Christmas.pic Darragh Kane

Enjoying Women's 'Little Christmas' at No 35 Kenmare. pic Harry Masterson

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Gemma Hickey who married BarryO'Connor, Bonane, in a civil service inthe Brook Lane Hotel at the star of themonth witnessed by Lynn O'Connorand Jason Hickey.

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Another year is upon us and hopefully it will be a good one for us alland for our furry and friends. The winter can be very harsh on theanimals, so please ensure they have good shelter and plenty of food so thatthey can keep warm. If you see your animal is not well in any way, pleaseseek medical advice quickly. Often by leaving it 2 or 3 days means theunnecessary death of the animals, early medical intervention can often bethe difference between life and death. Our animals only have us to act forthem, so we need to be vigilant and help them whenever they need usFor some reason there are often false reports that KLAWS stealanimals to sell for profit. I would like to put on record now that weNEVER sell an animal. Every cat that comes through our door costs us ATLEAST 100 euros before it leaves, with vaccinations and neutering. Ifthey stay with us, we have the extra cost of board and feeding. A dog willbe at least double that figure. If people take an animal from us, we ask fora donation to put towards these costs as we only receive money throughfundraising and we feel if someone takes a vaccinated, neutered animalthat is is fair that they donate. We are always inundated with cats and dogsand our funding is extremely low, we would love for the numbers todwindling and this is why we constantly neuter animals so in the long-term this may be the eventual outcome. If we were to profit from sellingon animals we would not have neutering as our main policy as anunneutered dog is much more valuable. We do not allow any animal to berehomed without being neutered, unless it is too young to do so and in thiscase, our policy is that the animal comes back as soon as it is old enoughto be done. Please rest assured KLAWS would not steal an animal, if adog or cat is found or handed in to us, we advertise for the owners andthen if no one shows, we then work on homing themWe would like to thank Liz O'Sullivan and her Students and parentsat Lauragh school for the donation from the raffle tickets beforeChristmas-Liz is always so great and does a huge amount in educating onanimal care and welfare. She is a true legend.

Great turn out to the launch fromNeidin Hats when they launchedtheir new ‘Emrose’ Collection inKenmare Golf Club earlier thismonth. ‘Big hats’ are back in fashionand they are showed off some oftheir fabulous new range of widebrimmed hats.For more information or for a privateconsultation please contact Chris087 9922679 or Kim 086 8126101 orcheck out their Facebook page

Aren't they lovely?The young actors and actresses of Sneem National School who performed

'The Christmas Chimes' to capacity audiences last month.

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Kenmare Kestrels had big wins as oflate, on Saturday our Division 1 Ladiesdefeated Killarney Cougars 69 to 61.Best for Kenmare; Montse Salvado 22,Annie Cooper 15, Caroline Taylor 15,Michelle O’Sullivan 14 and LauraO’Sullivan 3.Then on Wednesday our ladies

travelled to Lixnaw and defeated HHS 52-36. Best for Kenmare; CarolineTaylor 12, Michelle O’Sullivan 8, Montse Salvado 12, Rocio 10, and CaptainLorna Cooper 10.On Sunday our U14 Boys defeated St Brendan’s Tralee 51-34 in. Best forKenmare; Dylan O’Connor 16, Ben Crowley 11, Evan Reidy 10, Kane Reidy8, and Cian O’Sullivan 6.Also our U11 Boys Div 1 defeated St Brendan’s Tralee 24-15. Best forKenmare; Sean Brown 6, Jimmy Lehane 5, Mark Casey 4, Kevin O’Shea 4,Pierce O’Brien 2, Tom Quinlan 2, and Mark Torpey 1.Unfortunately our U18 Girls lost to Glenbeigh Falcons 43-33. Best for theKestrels; Orla Randles 16, Clodagh Quinlan 8, Roisin Lehane 5, SineadO’Sullivan 2, Chloe Hawker 2.Also on Sunday, our U11 Girls lost to St Mary’s 34 -24. Best for theKestrels; Emma Foley 6, Laurie Adams 4, Amy Harrington 4, Sara Taylor 4,Tanya Salvado 2, Aoife Crowley 2.Our U16 Boys continue to win and our U14 Girls Division 2 remainundefeated and will play in the KABB Plate Final as they defeated GlenbeighFalcons 38-30. In total, the Kestrels had eight scorers in the match and nowlook forward the Plate Final in February. Best for Kenmare: Eimear Crowley10, Karen O’Sullivan 9, Ellen O’Sullivan 6, Amy Harrington 5, Ellen Adams2, Caoimhe Quinlan 2, Cara Daly 2, Ciara Cronin 2.A big ‘Thank You’ goes to all of our volunteer coaches and committeemembers who have made this one of our ‘Best Years’ of Basketball in Kerry.

Kestrels comeout on top!

Remembrance BaublesWe would like to thank everybody whopurchased remembrance baubles over thechristmas season and hope to make this anAnnual event. The proceeds of two �200 wasdonated to St Vincent de Paul's.

We would like to thank everybody involved in Nollaig Neidin2013, all the volunteers marshalls, organisers and the social andevents committee. A very special thank you to all the businesses ofKenmare, who without your financial support our town simplywouldn't have this wonderful Christmas festival.Due to your donations and us securing some Leader/SKDPfunding we are now in a better position to improve and enhanceyour lighting scheme in Kenmare and to upgrade to a more energyefficient scheme.For a full list of contributors please visitwww.kenmare.ie/nollaigneidin.We wish you all a very happy and healthy 2014.

Katheen Crowley, of Dunkerron, Kenmare, sharing her two great granddaughters [twins born 20/11/13] with their other 3 great grand mothers.Pictured from left to right are Kathleen Crowley, Sheila Carolan (holdingReidín Carolan), Peggy Horan (holding Cáit Carolan) and Mary Carmody.

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Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr ! not a happy thought. Rain, wind, rain, wind, ice, rain,cold, rain, sleet, wind, hail, but somewhere in there, there could be aglimpse of sunshine….and that glimpse is all we need to encourage us inthe belief that spring is just around the corner. February is still really partof winter but the lengthening days begins to compensate for any extracold spell and it tends not to last for too long. Luckily enough most ofJanuary is gone and even though its been wet and stormy there hasn’t beenmuch cold weather …yet !So, out to the garden…1. First job will be to tidy up after all those storms. Leaf fall in the

autumn was very late and there are still rotting leaves scattered allaround the garden so do a good clean up of twigs, branches and soggyleaves. Rake the beds and give the pathways a good brushing.

2. Pruning of damaged trees and shrubs maybe necessary to preventfurther damage or to reshape their battered framework of branches.Clean cuts from pruning will heal over better than torn or brokenwounds.

3. Herbaceous plants that were slow to die back in the autumn should allbe tidied up with last year’s stalks and dried leaves removed so thatonce this year’s growth starts it can emerge without hindrance. The oldleaves can often provide a heaven for slugs , so by removing thesedecaying leaves it also reduces the risk of slug attack later.

4. Remove any fallen leaves that have got stuck in the small alpines inrockeries and heather beds.

5. Spring flowering bulbs are making progress above ground so becareful you don’t damage these tender growing shoots when tidyingup.

6. The lawn might be a mess at the moment but it’s so wet at the momentthe best thing is to stay off it ! but the first chance of dry ground, give

it a good raking to remove the rubbish ! By the second half of Februaryyou can start spreading some fertilizer if the weather is mild.

7. Pots, patio containers and window boxed need not remain empty orunwanted at this time of year. Primroses, Mini Cyclamen and thespring flowering bulbs can all be used to add colour around the house.The heavy rain has caused damage to some of these plants over the lastfew weeks but they will make a comeback as the sunshine breaksthrough. Winter Heather can also be used in these containers and willnot be effected by any winter weather…indestructible ! Evergreenshrubs and trailing ivies can be added to the arrangement for contrastand structure. Keep the containers raised slightly from the paving orconcrete as this will encourage drainage from the pot, the plants willprefer it and there is less risk of frost damage to the pot if there is adryer compost within it.

8. The vege garden at the moment could have a future for growing rice asits so wet but soon the tide will go out and it will be time for planting.Good positive thoughts for January !. Keep it clean and tidy aspossible. Scatter some well rotted farm yard manure or seaweed overthe ground and leave it alone until March. By then it should havebroken down a bit and the soil might be dry enough to turn over,mixing the organic material into the ground. And in the mean time theseed potatoes will soon be in the garden centres and you will be able tostart sprouting them as well as sowing various seeds in seed trays inthe house ready for early planting…but no rush yet. Just be thinkingabout it and see what seeds are in the shops over the coming weeks.Garlic and onion sets will be the first to be planted outside. If you havea polythene tunnel other sowings can take place by the beginning ofFebruary.

9. Fruit trees and bushes can be pruned back by the end of February andnew additions can be added. A lot of the soft fruit varieties areavailable as bare roots plants in early spring so keep a look out forthese and avail of the cheaper prices.

10. ..And lastly there should always be time for a cuppa ! …..sit back andread the latest in the Kenmare News…what’s that I see about a‘Weekend in Kenmare’?

Until next month, Happy Gardening ! Simon

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On 12 December 2013, the students of Lauragh National Schoolentertained the residents of Kenmare Nursing Home with a selection ofsing-along songs, epic poems and toe-tapping music, under the watchfuleye of teacher Liz O’Sullivan and Michelle Welsh, Resource Teacher.The children were treated to home-made mince pies and soft drinks afterpresenting each lady and gentleman present with a specially created cardwishing them a happy Christmas and all the best for 2014.

Kenmare Film Club Winter Season commencesThe Winter season for the Kenmare Film club starts on January 16th withthe Spanish film Blancanieves, smartly written and beautiful to behold,Blancanieves uses classic source material to offer a dark tale delightfullytold.All films are shown at the Carnegie on Thursday nights and the cost is €6.The free programme with details of all the films is available around town.16th Jan Blancanieves30th Jan Easy Money13th Feb Only God Forgives27th Feb Theresa Desqueroux20th March Wadjda3rd April The Great BeautyExtra screenings to be show, are;23rd Jan Village at the End of the World13th Mar Aisling Ghael

Many thanks to all those who tookpart in the goal mile for the thirdworld charity Goal on christmasday, a total of €1,116 was raisedon the day. Thanks also to theO'Shea family in Faungorths. Alldrinks and cookies were greatlyappreciated on the day.

St. John's National School hasbeen presented with a portablestage to help in the teaching ofdrama and related subjects. Thestage was donated by Centrestagewhose aim is the promotion ofdrama, music, dance and theatre forthe area.

The Tahilla Ladies Club celebrate30 years with a Biddy Ball Dancein the Sneem Hotel on SaturdayFebruary 1st 9.30pm. Music byPatrick O'Sullivan. Raffle andfinger food. Biddy dress optional.Tickets available on the night at thedoor €10.

Lauren Tanner just becameKenmare Bay Swimming clubs firstdivision A swimmer. She justsmashed the A time for 200 m frontcrawl by over 10 secs.Congratulations Lauren!

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In early November 2013, the Philippines was devastated by one of thefiercest typhoons ever experienced in that part of the world. Touched bythe plight of the millions of people missing or displaced by TyphoonHaiyan, the children of St John’s National School decided that, for oneweek, they would donate all their spare change to a special fund set up bythe Irish Red Cross. So it was with a great sense of achievement thatthey presented a cheque for an astounding €1,575 to Cliona Lehane, whorepresents Kerry at the National General Assembly of the Irish Red cross.Our photo shows Cliona and her son, Aidan, accepting the cheque fromstudents Leonie Downing and Seán Lucey (seated), Rebecca O’Sullivan,Caoimhe Daly, Gearóid Doyle and Colin Crowley. Also present wereMaura Landers, School Co-Ordinator, and Denis Courtney, Principal ofSt John’s National School.

The annual Credit Union National Schools Quizhas come around againThe Quiz is about encouraging learning and teamwork among youngschoolchildren. Questions are posed on a dazzling array of topics such ashistory, science, geography, literature, music, sport and generalknowledge. Last year’s local competition was the biggest and mostfiercely contested ever and 2014 is shaping up to be another quiztasticyear!There are 2 categories;

Competition A for children who have not reached their 11th Birthday on orbefore December 31st 2013.Competition B for children who have not reached their 13th Birthday onor before December 31st 2013.This year’s Quiz takes place on Sunday February 2nd in Pobalscoil

Inbhear Sceine from 2pm-5pm. Registration takes place at 1.30 pm. Entryforms have already been sent to all national schools in the greaterKenmare area and it is expected a large number of teams will participatefrom all schools. All entries need to be submitted to the credit union byFriday January 24th at the very latest. Let the swotting commence!For further information you can contact your friendly local credit union on064 6642111.

February Saturday 1st @ 1pmTara McCarthy Art Exhibition‘Saturdays and Splashes of Us.’Tara's vibrant paintings celebrate the vitality ofour area, and the people who live there.portraying a typical Saturday in Kenmare andKilgarvan.All Welcome. Admission Free.February Friday 7thJack L returns with ‘Songs for Lovers’just ahead of Valentine’s Day.Tickets €20/18February Wednesday 12th @ 8pmAidan DooleyTom Crean - Antarctic Explorer.Hear the riveting true stories of Crean’sAntarctic explorations as one of the few men toserve with both Scott and Shackleton andsurvive the three famous expeditions.Tickets €15February Thursday 13th @ 8pmKenmare Film Society – Only God Forgives.In this visionary Bangkok-set thriller. Julien(Gosling) is a drug kingpin tasked withavenging his brother’s death, but a mysterious,unhinged policeman is following his every

move. Drive director Nicolas Refn takes RyanGosling on a gripping journey through theBangkok underworld. Ultra violence ensues –but not quite how you’d expect.Tickets €7February Saturday 15th @ 8pmThe London Godot Company performSamuel Beckett’s ‘Happy Days’The heroine is Winnie, a housewife who ismarried to Willie who find themselves alone in abarren wilderness in this often hilarious play.Tickets €10.February Thursday 20th @ 8pmFilm; The Life of BrianBrian (Graham Chapman) finds himselfregarded as something of a messiah, yet he'salways in the shadow of this other guy from

Galilee. Ultimately, he is brought before PontiusPilate and sentenced to crucifixion, which takesplace at that crowded, nonexclusive executionsite a few blocks shy of Calvary.February Thursday 27th @ 8pmKenmare Film Society Therese DesqueyrousAn unhappily married woman struggles to breakfree from social pressures in 1920s France. It isa world that is well arranged, designed to protectconvention, tradition, the powerful and, as ithappens, the small-minded. For this film’s titularhero it is a prison where the insanity of murdermakes sense as the only escape route.Tickets €7February Friday 28th @ 8pmPoetry Reading.Another evening of informal readings of OdesEelegies and Sonnets.Admission €5.

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On Tuesday the 10th of December,Kenmare’s Pobailscoil Inbhear Scéinewent head-to-head with Rathhmore’sPobalscoil Sliabh Luachra in the JoeO’ Connor Cup. The match took placein Dr. Crokes GAA grounds inKillarney. The Kenmare team trottedonto the pitch captained by PatSpillane and were followed by dedicated Bainisteoir’s Tom O’ Connor,Seánie O’ Shea, Dan Cahalane and Tommy O’ Sullivan. They were alsojoined by their loyal Maor Uisce, Stephen O’ Sullivan, who counselled andmotivated his classmates from the side line.The game kicked off in teeming weather conditions and the openingminutes of the game were to Rathmore’s advantage. However, Pat Spillanewas quick to retaliate and opened the score sheet on Kenmare’s behalf witha flawless point. It was a rollercoaster of a game with Rathmore leading,only to be met by some immaculate goal scores by Kenmare. The battlepersisted with Inbhear Scéine leading at the end of the first half, 2-04 to 1-05.The team entered the pitch once again, with high expectations regarding

the second half but these expectations were soon met by the strongoffensive opposition of Rathmore. Rathmore continued to secure pointafter point, with scores almost non-existent on behalf of Kenmare. Heartswere racing, amongst both the players and supporters in the stand, asRathmore drew the score level to 1-09 to 2-06. The anticipation wasbuilding amongst the crowd as the game was coming to a close.In the dying minutes of the game, Kenmare fought for the ball, lobbed

it in in front of the posts for it to be punched over the bar by Cathal

Granville. Hearts suddenly stopped, however, when Sliabh Luachra wereawarded a free kick on the opposite wing of the pitch. Breaths were held asRathmore’s Dean Fitzgerald took what would be the make-or-break kick ofthe game. Sighs of relief were to be heard among the Kenmare supportersas they watched the ball fall wide. Goalkeeper Ray O’ Shea wasn’t goingto waste time as he fed the ball out to his forward line. The opposinggoalkeeper dashed out, in attempts to lessen the damage caused byKenmare, only to be devastatingly mistaken, as the ball was once again inthe possession of Cathal Granville who hit the ball off the back of the net –leaving the final score of the match, 3-07 to 1-09.

Front row (L-R): Tom O’Connor, Dan Cahalane, Simon O’Shea, Tom O’Sullivan, Darragh Ó Siochrú, Aodhan Coakley, John Mark Foley, RayO’Shea, Joseph Doyle, Will Sheehy, Matthew Murnane, Stephen O’Sullivan, Seánie O’Shea, Tommy O’Sullivan.Middle Row (L-R): Cathal Granville, Aaron Morris, David Murphy, FlorO’Sullivan, Kevin Price, Pat Spillane (C), Keelan O’Callaghan, DionBurke, Gearóid Fennessy, Tadhg O’Sullivan, Brian O’Sullivan, DenisCronin.Front Row (L-R): Seanie O’Shea, John Crowley.Missing from photo: Cormac O’Sullivan.

KENMAREROWING CLUBgot together for their annualWinter picnic in Florry Battslounge, and brought alongsome of the silverware whichthey won in 2013.pic Harry Masterson

Pobailscoil U16sSecure ‘CountyChampions’ TitleReport by Emily Crowley

A belated Happy New Year to all our members and non-membersfrom the Chairman of Neidin Bowls Club.This year the Neidin Bowls Club is actively encouraging new members. Ifyou have made a New Year resolution to get out there, make new friendsand improve the social aspect of your life and still not done so, thenIndoor Bowling, right here in Kenmare, could be just the thing for you.You do not need any previous experience and you do not need anyequipment. We provide bowls and tuition if required. Refreshmentsprovided also. It may even be possible for you to be picked up by anexisting member to bring you to and from the club. There really is noexcuse not to come and enjoy this very sociable activity. You may besurprised at the great time to be had. So we look forward to meeting you.All new members are made most welcome.See below for details of where and when we meet.Three teams from this club are currently taking part in the Sean ChairdeBowls League. They have produced some very interesting results so far.There are fifteen teams from Kerry taking part. So far the heat is on andwe look forward to securing some valuable winners points. Thecompetition concludes on 31st March 2014, with the playoffs and finalplayed at a neutral venue. Wishing all participants the best of luck.The Club meets every Monday and Thursday 10.45am to 1pm at theGAA Sports Complex Kenmare. For further information pleasecontact Aiden -086 0409555 or Vera 085 1308358

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The 13th RickieGranville MemorialDarts Tournament washeld in The Atlantic baron December 16th. Itwas a nail biting finalbetween GarryMcCormick and AlanBevin which resulted inGary winning �500 forSt. Vincent de Paul.Included in HarryMasterson's photographare Rickie's mother,Sarah Granville, GaryMcCormick and MarkGranville.

Christmas was a very busy time for Kenmare Triathlon club. The BigBad Wolf Triathlon Weekend on 28th to 30th December was aresounding success.This fun filled weekend kicked off with a pool Swim in the Kenmare

Bay Leisure Club. The challenge was to compete 100 lengths on the Frinight , approx. 1.9km which of course everyone did! Ferociouscompetition saw Mike Merrigan, Robert Whyte, Lisa Staplebrooke, PaulTanner, Lauren Tanner and Rachel Hawker battle it out to the final lapand Teresa O’ Sullivan in the little league event. Well done to the girls,perhaps there may have been a few bruised male egos leaving the poolthat evening.This was followed by our traditional seasonal spin, which departed fromCentra at 10a.m. This year’s route included the Lost Sheep route (90kms),with a coffee stop in Glengarriff and some festive goodies! Memberswho took part were Robert Whyte, Lisa Staplebrooke, Finbarr O’ Shea(Beara CC) Luke McCarthy Skibereen, Donnie O’ Sullivan, Teresa O’Sullivan and Mike Merrigan. Not only was this an enjoyable trip aroundthe pass (no rain) but we also got the opportunity to put our puncturerepair skills to good use. Thanks Mike!Special thanks to Finnegan’s coaches for the transport to Torc,

Kenmare Bay Hotel and Leisure Centre for the use of their facilities andJam Kenmare for the fabulous post-run soup and sandwiches.This was the third year that the club have held The News Years Epic

Run . With the numbers of participants increasing to twenty eight itproved that this intimidating course is not dissuading brave souls fromsigning up. The route is the Kerry Way from Torc Waterfall to Kenmarewith the ‘long’ starting from there and the ‘short’ route starting from theHalfway Church. Conditions were wet ‘n’ windy, just as we hoped!Skibbereen AC member Stephen O Mahoney set off at a blistering paceand soon split the lead group. He was closely followed by local solicitorand mountain runner extraordinaire Conor Murphy. These two stayedtogether until Stephen just managed to pull away on the steep descentback into town. Geraldine O Sullivan from Bantry AC was first ladyhome on the long route .Local marathon runner Mary Falvey was firstlady home on the short course followed soon after by our own TheresaO’Sullivan.A big thanks to The Bay Leisure Club for providing showers to theathletes afterward. James from Jam once again provided an amazingspread including two large birthday cakes for Robert and Theresa. Onceagain he kindly sponsored this and his continued support of the club isgreatly appreciated.Member and non-member participation has to be praised and

congratulated as none of these events were easy. Special congratulationsto Lisa, Robert and Mike (who made a serious comeback) in completingthe equivalent of a half ‘Ironman’ Triathlon over 3 days!Last but not least, a great number turned out for the New Year’s DaySwim in Kilmacillogue. The water was a hardy 9 degrees but this did notdeter our brave members. Thanks are due especially to Helen of Helen’sBar who generously provided hot ports, changing facilities and hotshowers to all swimmers afterwards. It was very much appreciated.A Turbothan will take place on on Saturday 15th February to raise fundsto bring a child to Lourdes with the Irish Handicapped Children’sPilgrimage Trust. Local Tri club member, Sheila O’Sullivan, will betravelling at her own expense to help as a carer with this group ofchildren at Easter.Do not forget turbo training open to members and non members alike

at Kilmurry Business park. Details at www.kenmaretri.com.Membership is now due and can be paid online atwww.triathlonireland.com.

HelenaO'Sullivan,PobalscoilInbhear Scéinewith her mother,Helen afterHelena won theKerry CollegesJunior Girls2000m inKillarney onThursdayJanuary 16th.

Kenmare Golf Club drive in. Paul Browne outgoing captain, LauraHatton, outgoing lady captain, Tom Carey outgoing president. CyrilMurphy captain, Noreen Crowley lady captain and Coley Keatingpresident. pic Harry Masterson

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Patrick O'Sullivan, Anthony Sheehan,Mike Crowley Trainer/Manager &Timmy Clifford at Templenoe GAAMedal Presentation.

PatrickO'Sullivan& JohnSpillanerunner up inthefootballer ofthe year.

The Spillane Family pictured with Kerry Co Board Chairman Patrick Tatler O'Sullivan and the Novice Cupwhich Templenoe re-claimed after a forty year wait; Templenoe last won it in 1973. The young generation ofSpillane's were key players in this victory like their uncle Pat in the 1973 win. In fact up to 14 players on thepanel were either sons or nephews of players on the 1973 Novice Cup Team. L-R; Conor &Adrian Spillane,Patrick Tatler O'Sullivan, Tom, Killian, Tommy & Helen Spillane.

The Templenoe Team, Purcell Cup & Novice CupChampions in 2013. Standing & Back Row; L-R;Tommy Granville, Dan O'Connor, Geoff Mahony,Denis O'Neill, Tom Spillane, Darren McCarthy, CianHallissey, Kieran McCarthy, Josh Holland,DarrenCremin,Adrian Spillane, Shane Cremin, John Spillane,Tadgh Morley,Colm Breen, Padraig Doyle,PatrickClifford, Noel O'Sullivan & Teddy Doyle. Sitting,L-R;John Morley, Mike Hallissey, Joseph Sheehasn,TimmyClifford, Patrick O'Sullivan, Anthony Sheehan, SeanSheehan, Kieran O'Neill, Killian Spillane & JohnMoriarty. Kneeling in Front; L-R; Daniel O'Neill &Danny Cahalane. all pics Mary O'Neill

Templenoe's top three supporters for 2013 pictured with officers, captain &Co Board Chairman Patrick O'Sullivan. Back Row; L-R; Phil HarringtonTreasurer, Tommy Granville Sec & Captain Anthony Sheehan. Front Row;L-R; Arthur O'Connor, Donie Cahalane, Patrick O'Sullivan, DonalO'Sullivan winner in the supporters vote & Timmy Clifford Chairman ofTemplenoe GAAClub.

Kerry CoBoardChairmanPatrick TatlerO'Sullivanpresents DanielO'Neill theTemplenoeFootballer ofthe Year 2013with a pair offootball boots.

Patrick Tatler O'Sullivan presentedDonie Cahalane with a bottle ofwhiskey after he was voted one ofTemplenoe's top 3 supporters for2013.

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Senior Men Game 10 QPR 2:2 Inter KenmareOn Sunday 5th January Inter Kenmare's senior team shook of the festivetorpor and headed off to Mastergeeha to take on table toppers QPR in adivision 1A league fixture. A bitter, driving wind gusted across the pitchperhaps favouring QPR in the first half and both teams exhibited signs ofrustiness as they struggled for fluency in an evenly contested first half.Inter’s defence of Tom O’Sullivan, Donal O’Sullivan, Shannon Ryan andEoin Finnegan dealt well with whatever QPR could throw at them.Without playing to the standards they had managed in the run of gamesleading up to Christmas Inter were competing well in midfield where DanCahalane, Josh Crowley Holland and Stephen O’Shea were prominent.The front three of Matthias Zoeller, Sean Murphy and Killian Harringtonexerted prolonged pressure on QPR’s defence but the team at the topshowed why they were there with some resilient defensive work. Interwere shading the match without without seriously threatening QPR'skeeper. However, a speculative hoof forward from QPR found their strikerseveral yards behind the Inter rear-guard and he took his moment wellleaving Kenmare a goal down. The faded half way line saved the Referee’sblushes as he claimed not to know which half the QPR player was in!Despite a determined rally in the second half Inter found themselves 2 nildown after some good inter play by QPR on their left. Gary Cassidy,between the sticks for Inter, was called on to make some fine savesproving what a good shot stopper he is. Inter shuffled their pack and thesubs who entered the fray helped turn the tide in Inters favour. Unboundby the two nil deficit Inter ripped into their opponents in the final twentyminutes and finally produced their best football of the game. First Stephen

O’Shea smashed the ball into the roof of the net from close range aftersome excellent work down the left from Thomas O’Sullivan and DerdieO’Sullivan. The equaliser came from the toe of super sub Alan MurphyReeve with almost the last kick off the game. The Gneeveguilla lads wereleft shell shocked at the final whistle with much head shaking. It is atestament to all 14 players who took part on the day that Inter deservedlycame home with a share of the spoils and kept alive their bid to promotefrom division 1A at the first time of asking.Report by John Holland

U-11's Listowel 4:2 Inter KenmareInter travelled to Listowel after the Christmas break and lost out to astrong Listowel side. The home side went 2 up after 10 minutes and after aslow start Inter started to play with Corey Murphy, Aodhan MacGearailtand Caleb Brosnan all going close to scoring but it was the home side whoscored again to go in at half time 3-0 up. Inter got off to the worst possiblestart in the second half conceding a penalty, Daniel Gaine made a greatsave but they scrambled home the rebound. Mark Torpey scored a greatgoal after some good play from Tadgh O'Donoghue and Patrick Bisogno.It was all one way traffic as Inter pushed forward and Mark Casey slottedhome to make it 4-2, we had a few chances late on with Jamie O'Regangoing close but time was against us and it finished 4-2.Report by John Granville

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Novena to the Sacred Heart.Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past Ihave asked for many favours.This time I ask you this veryspecial one. (Mention favour)Take Dear Heart of Jesus andplace it within your own brokenheart where your father sees it.Then in his merciful eyes, it willbecome your favour not mine.Amen. Say this prayer for threedays, promise publication andfavour will be granted. Neverknown to fail (CC)

Novena to the Sacred Heart.Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past Ihave asked for many favours.This time I ask you this veryspecial one. (Mention favour)Take Dear Heart of Jesus andplace it within your own brokenheart where your father sees it.Then in his merciful eyes, it willbecome your favour not mine.Amen. Say this prayer for threedays, promise publication andfavour will be granted. Neverknown to fail (JOL)

Novena to the Sacred Heart.Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past Ihave asked for many favours.This time I ask you this veryspecial one. (Mention favour)Take Dear Heart of Jesus andplace it within your own brokenheart where your father sees it.Then in his merciful eyes, it willbecome your favour not mine.Amen. Say this prayer for threedays, promise publication andfavour will be granted. Neverknown to fail (JL)

Sheltered housingvacancy in Taobh Linn2 Bed, First Floor apartment for rent in

Taobh Linn, which is Kenmare’s ShelteredHousing Scheme for older persons, situatedacross from Supervalue on Railway Road.

90 euro per week, Rent Allowance accepted.

Persons under 55 in receipt of a Disability payment also eligible.Taobh Linn is managed by Cluid Housing Association and has a

social centre and lunch service on site run byKenmare Community Care.

For information and viewing contact Elizabeth White at 3 TaobhLinn, phone 064 66 40008 or email [email protected]


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Dreaming of a newcar? Kenmare CreditUnion has launched its2014 New Year carloan campaign. Thecampaign highlightsthe 9.4%APR* loanrate available tomembers at the creditunion.While the last couple ofyears have proven to be verytight in terms of consumerspending, according to the Society of the Irish MotorIndustry (SIMI) new car sales rose in October 2013while they decreased in November. Car sales in July,August and September were boosted by theintroduction of the half-year registration system. Tothe end of November 2013, Volkswagen was the topselling brand followed by Toyota and Ford. TheVolkswagen Golf was the best-selling car, followedby the Nissan Qashqai and Ford Focus with silverbeing the most popular car colour.In the current climate, it can be difficult to get creditfor the things in life we need – that is why the creditunion is on hand to help. As we look forward to theNew Year and the 141 registration period in new carsales, a car loan from Kenmare Credit Union isstraight-forward. You borrow the money from thecredit union, you pay for the car and you own the carimmediately. You agree a repayment schedule withthe credit union. Interest is charged on the reducingbalance of the loan.Unlike many car finance deals available today, whichare actually Hire Purchase Agreements, arrangingyour car loan through Kenmare Credit Union meansthat you own the car from the outset - You do not ownthe car through a Hire Purchase Agreement until thelast instalment. Nor are there any balloon payments,admin charges or hidden fees. A car loan withKenmare Credit Union is just that - a loan, nogimmicks and fully transparent.Should you be in the happy position of being able

to repay the loan early, you may do so without anypenalty charges with your credit union.Commenting on the launch of the car loan campaignMichael Gavin, Manager said, “People in theKenmare area are still buying cars but are shopping

around for better value in the car financing deal.Kenmare Credit Union is lending to its members andwe would encourage anyone who is consideringbuying a new or used car in 2014 to visit their localcredit union to discuss what options are available tothem."He continued, “Having arranged finance with thecredit union in advance of going shopping for a carputs you in a stronger position. It helps to knowexactly how much you have to spend and because youare not going cap-in-hand to the dealer, you areeffectively a cash buyer and you may be able tonegotiate a better deal."

What makes a car loan different at KenmareCredit Union?Unlike a Hire Purchase Agreement you own the carfrom the outset.There are no hidden fees,admin charges, transactioncharges, set up costs orballoon payments.The interest you pay on acredit union loan is the fullcost of the loan so it is fullytransparent.Credit union interest ratesare fair and reasonable andcapped by law.Repayments are calculatedon your reducing balance, soyou pay less interest witheach repayment.Your credit union loan isinsured in the event of your

death - subject to terms and conditions - at no directcost to you. Other lenders charge for this.You can pay off your loan early, make additionallump sum repayments or increase your regularrepayments, without a penalty. Other lenders maycharge you extra for paying them back faster!*Cost of FinanceFor a €10,000 3 year variable interest rate loan, withmonthly repayments of €318, at an APR of 9.4 %;the total amount payable by the member will be€11,448.

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Well done to everyone who supported the Kenmare AC 5km FunRun organised by Margaret McCarthy in aid of St Vincent de Paulon Sunday December 15th. The first three men home were StephenO' Mahony, Rosscarbery, Tom Palmer Kenmare and Conor Daly,Kenmare. The first three ladies were Laura Hallissey, Kenmare, He-lena O'Sullivan, Kenmare and Majella Murphy, Kenmare. A specialthanks to all the stewards who helped out on the day. Refreshmentswere enjoyed by everyone afterwards in Pobalscoil. A specialthanks to Margaret McCarthy for organising the Fun Run. All pro-ceeds from the race were donated to St Vincent de Paul.

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Over the last few years the Kenmare Chronicle hasbeen assimilating a catalogue of old photographsand documents that record the social andcommercial history of the town and the surroundingarea. A Weekend in Kenmare are now planning amodern day study of the town by collectingphotographs capturing Kenmare, for a moment intime, over a weekend in May 2014 – and need yourhelp.

100 years ago there were very few privately ownedcameras, therefore only a limited number ofphotographs from this time exist. Since then thenumbers of cameras has increased to the extent thatnearly everyone today has a camera of some type,even if it’s on their mobile phone. However, in tenyears time where will these photos be? How manypeople actually print their photographs and howmany languish on computers or memory sticks? Soironically, even though the number of cameras hasincreased, we could be faced with fewer picturessurviving than 100 years ago. It is hoped that a projectlike A Weekend in Kenmare will demonstrate theimportance of cherishing and documenting theseevery day pictures.

By encouraging as many people as possible toparticipate in this project, amateur or professional, togo out and take photographs over the weekend it ishoped that a visual diary of Kenmare will be created.The weekend starts at 12:01am on Friday 9th May andruns until 11:59pm on Sunday 11th May. Pictures canbe of people, places, events, flora and fauna – thechoice is yours. There is a juvenile section as well, toencourage budding photographers. Pictures shouldbe emailed to HYPERLINK"mailto:[email protected]"[email protected] along with a title, briefdescription, location, your name and your age ifunder 18, by 5pm on Friday 16th May. A judging panelwill select 100 pictures to be included in the book, AWeekend in Kenmare, that will be published in thesummer – and to provide extra encouragement therewill be a range of prizes awarded for the top 10.

Over the weekend there will be exhibitions andworkshops led by local professionalphotographers. More information as it becomes

available will be posted on our website HYPERLINK"http://www.weekendinkenmare.com"www.weekendinkenmare.com or follow us onFacebook.

This project and competition is open to everyone soput the date in your diary and we will see you for aWeekend in Kenmare.

Four monthly competitions will be held in the run upto the main weekend. For the month of January thechosen subject is, Kenmare Bridges. There are manybridges, large and small, around Kenmare so getsnapping and email your pictures before the end ofthe month to [email protected] alongwith a suitable caption, date and location. Februarycompetition subject is Siblings. March and April to beannounced. Pictures will be posted on Facebook andwebsite and winning entry will receive a framed 12 x 8inch copy of their print.

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