John (Jack) Jones Snr., Kilcolman, Kanturk

The death has occurred of John (Jack) Jones Snr., Kilcolman, Kanturk, Co. Cork.

On January 14th, 2025, peacefully, in his 94th year, in the exceptional, tender and loving care of the staff of Kanturk Community Hospital and surrounded by his loving family, John (Jack) former Livestock Haulier and farmer in his beloved birthplace of Kilcolman, cherished father of Eileen (McSweeney), Anne (Murphy), Siobhán (O’Farrell), Sheila (Clernon), Patsy Jones (O’Leary), John and their mother Anne Jones.

Sadly missed by his loving family,his adored grandchildren Clodagh, Jack, Cian, Niall, Katie, Séamus, Ellen, Rachel, Conor, Brandon, Rebecca, Aisling, Vy Ha, Mahilet and Megan, his great-grandson’s Fionn, Callum and baby Jake, brother Stephen, sons-in-law Donal, Brendan, Ciarán, James and Conor, daughter-in-law Eileen, brother-in-law Vincent, sister-in-law Sheila, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and great friends.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilís.

Lying in repose in St. John’s Church, Dromagh (P51 W983) on Thursday, January 16th from 6.30pm to 8pm. Requiem Mass on in St John’s Church, Dromagh on Friday at 11am which can be viewed online using the link here. Funeral afterwards to Dromtariffe New Cemetery. House private please. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired, to Kanturk Community Hospital.    Condolences link here.

Millstreet Meals on Wheels Service

The Millstreet Meals on Wheels service is available for the elderly & isolated in the Millstreet catchment area. All food is prepared in Millstreet Day Centre & we operate the service 5 days a week. You can order a hot dinner for as many days as you like, delivered to your door from Mon-Fri for just €6 a day for the main meal & €2 for dessert.

 

A variety of meals are served throughout the week and the staff will endeavour to facilitate individual tastes when preparing meals. Coeliac dinners & desserts available also. Please see our menu for next week below.

 

If you or anyone you know would like to avail of the Meals on Wheels Service over the coming weeks please contact the kitchen on (029) 30998 or the office on (029) 70926 (please leave a message if no answer) or email info @millstreetdaycentre.ie

 

The Radio Kerry programme on Millstreet broadcast in October 2023 will be repeated on January 25

The Radio Kerry programme on Millstreet broadcast in October 2023 presented by Frank Lewis

will be repeated next Saturday week (January 25)

from 9 – after the news – to 11am

 

NEWS

Radio Kerry  SATURDAY SUPPLEMENT

‘Gallan’, Mangerton Road, Muckross, Killarney , Co Kerry, Ireland 087 4540 418;

franklewismangerton @gmail.com

 

Catch line: Rare Dublin spire offcut  in Sean Radley’s Millstreet on Radio Kerry on January 25

 

Taking literally millions of photographs of all that that has happened in Millstreet over the past 53 years.   Founding and running the Millstreet Museum for 43 years.   One of the three who set up the hugely active Millstreet Community Web site (www.millstreet.ie).   These are all part of ‘Sean Radley’s Millstreet’ that will feature on the Saturday Supplement on Radio Kerry from 9 to 11am on Saturday January 25. It is already on podcast from its first broadcast in October 28 2023.

 

Described as ‘the heart and soul of Millstreet’, Radley has had a hand in every aspect of local life for more than 50 years – and guides programme presenter Frank Lewis to a variety of these.

 

90 year Eily Buckley’s positive attitude to life has her acting and looking like a 60 year old  while  telling the sad stories  of Cromwell’s armies at Kilmeedy Castle.

 

At Drishane’s 600  year old buildings historian Liam Flynn tells how the castle and estate were bought for £450 when they were valued at £8,000.

 

The Millstreet Community Website is updated several time a day by its founder and web master Hannelie O’Connor, a native of South Africa, who has lived in Millstreet for 30 years.

 

Thomas Duggan tells of the eleven all weather and three indoor horse arenas, 1,500 permanent stables   as well as a cross country trail that his family has developed in Millstreet.

 

At the Tranquility Garden in memory of Eileen O’Riordan at the Boeing Crossing on the River Blackwater Jerry Doody points to the footbridge that marks the way O’Sullivan Beare travelled from Beara to Breifine in 1603 – and Jerry sings the local anthem The Bould Thady Quill.

 

Principal Pol O Siodhchain tells the stories and experiences of 50 years of Millstreet Community School and pupils Maeve Casey on concertina and on tin whistles Evan O’Sullivan, Luke Hickey and Aoife Casey play traditional jigs.

 

Sean Radley tells the extraordinary stories in Millstreet Museum of De Valera’s 1916 military belt, offcuts from the Dublin  spike and a wind up gramophone.

 

James O’Sullivan is the caretaker of  Tubrid Holy Well where he tells of  walking sticks left behind by people who say they were cured here.

 

Twelve volunteers, on average give half a day every week between Millstreet Museum, internet radio and the Millstreet website.

 

Sean Radley’s Millstreet will be broadcast on Radio Kerry’s Saturday Supplement from 9 to 11am on Saturday January 25 2025, live on 96 to 98fm, worldwide on www.radiokerry.ie and is already on podcast from ton the same site under podcasts/Saturday Supplement/October 28 2023.   Producer/presenter Frank Lewis, location sound Siubhan Lewis & post production Colette Foley.

 

Issued: 13 January 2025  Photos <seanradley8jan @gmail.com>; T 086 825 0074

Timothy (Tim) Twomey, Brookpark, Kilcorney

The death has occurred of Timothy (Tim) Twomey, Brookpark, Kilcorney, Co. Cork.

Timothy passed away suddenly at his home on January 12th 2025. Beloved son of the late Matty and Julia (O’Brien). Dear brother of Hugh, Nora (Jennings) , Matt and the late Hannah Mary (O’Riordan). Sadly missed by his brothers and sister, brothers-in-law Denis and Gerry, sisters-in-law Kathleen and Maudie, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews , relatives, kind neighbours and friends.

May he rest in Peace.

Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet on Thursday from 5.30pm to 7pm, followed by removal to St. Nicholas’ Church, Kilcorney. Requiem Mass on Friday at 11.30am. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Messages of sympathy can be left on the condolence link here.

Margaret Murphy – First Anniversary and Acknowledgement 

MARGARET MURPHY 

First Anniversary and Acknowledgement 

  In loving memory of   MARGARET MURPHY, Cloughoulabeg, Millstreet, who died on  the 18th.January 2024.   

As we lovingly remember  our mother Margaret on the first anniversary   of her death, we her family  wish to express our sincere gratitude  to all who helped and supported her and us over the last  few  years.

Thanks to  Dr. Michael Casey, Dr.Mark Henderson and all the team at Tullig Medical Centre and to the South Doc Service  for the excellent care given and compassion shown to Margaret.

To all at Reens pharmacy ,thank you.

To the Public Health  nurses Elaine, Maureen, Jo and their team for their visits to Margaret, their help and advice.

A special word of thanks to public health nurse Marie Kelleher who went above and beyond her duties of care to Margaret in her final days.

To Kay and Rebecca from Marymount Homecare team, thank you both  for your  gentle care, assistance and advice.  To Canon John Fitzgerald  and  Fr. Billy Radley who visited Margaret at home, thank you both.

To her relatives and close friends  who paid regular visits which she appreciated so much.  Our sincere thanks to all who sympathised with us on our sad loss and who have helped and supported us since, our  extended family, great neighbours and friends. To all who called to the house, brought food and beverages, sent cards, letters, floral tributes and online condolences, your kindness and thoughtfulness will not be forgotten.

To all who attended the  removal in such rough weather during storm Isha,  to those who travelled long distances to be with us and to those who  wanted to be with us but could not travel due to the adverse weather.

A huge thanks to Teddy Collins who provided light in the church during the electricity outage that night.  To Canon John Fitzgerald for his help, guidance and the celebration of such a meaningful funeral mass.

To Sharon and Julie for their support and  assistance.

To Siobhan Forde  for the beautiful music and singing both during the funeral mass and at the graveside.

To Davy, Cora, Declan and the team at Tarrants Funeral Directors for their patience, kindness  and professionalism. To Billy, Ellen and staff of the Wallis Arms Hotel for the delicious meal after the funeral.

As it would be impossible to thank  everybody individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

Margaret is sadly missed and lovingly remembered  by her daughters Kathleen, Una ,Patsy ,Rita and Maria, her sons Denis, Benny, Neil ,Padraig and Brian.

‘Your life was a blessing ,

                   Your memory we treasure,

     You are loved beyond  words,

                                And missed beyond  measure.’

Margaret’s first anniversary mass will be held  in  St. Patrick’s church, Millstreet  on Friday January 17th 2025 at 7.30 pm.

“Radio Treasures Show” Tonight at 9.15 Meets BTYSTE 2025 Students in Dublin and Millstreet

Preceded by  Jimmy Reidy’s Archival Show No. 133 – A Tribute to Musician/Singer Johnny Donegan  on Cork Music Station at 8pm on this Tuesday, 14th Jan. 2025…..“Radio Treasures ” (from 9.15pm to 11.30pm) features  a special Interviews (at 9.30pm) with the very successful BTYSTE 2025 Students from MCS.    Lots of superb songs, music and chat.  All this and so much more on tonight’s very special Show.    Feel most welcome to contact us on 086 – 825 0074 or by emailing corkmusicstation @gmail.com .  Tap on the images below to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Royal welcome for the very successful BTYSTE 2025 Students on Monday at MCS.
Little Red Riding Hood at Cork’s Everyman Theatre 12th Jan. 2025 – We chat about the Millstreet connection!
This Medal was found at Coleman’s Car Park on Monday, 13th Jan. 2025 and was handed into the Shop.

[read more …] ““Radio Treasures Show” Tonight at 9.15 Meets BTYSTE 2025 Students in Dublin and Millstreet”

Eily’s Report – 14th January

Dia is Mhuire díobh go léir a cáirde and welcome to my report.

And welcome to 2025 , a New Year full of plans and hopes and prayers to make it a good one.  Le conamh Dé. God knows the Christmas period put us to the test, with snow and ice and all the things  that falls victim to them. Blocked and impassable roads, abandoned cars and trees down from the weight of snow. Even our religion was affected like never before. When did we ever experience Masses being cancelled, moreover during the Festive Season. Funerals didn’t escape, with coffins of loved ones having to be transported by any means possible and our Parish Priest transported by jeep. But the elements didn’t stop the rather regal removal of Dan Joe O Connell, R.I.P. a horse lover all his life, it made waves to see four jet black steeds in high plumes lined up in our church yard to ferry his remains to his final resting place. Only goes to show that combined effort makes everything possible.

[read more …] “Eily’s Report – 14th January”

Millstreet GAA Club – Irish Life My Life Every Step Counts Challenge

Millstreet town park will be lit up this coming Wednesday from 7-8pm. All are welcome to join in and walk. Why not have your steps counted towards the Irish Life My Life Every Step Counts Challenge. This is how to sign up:
Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with your community and come together for a chance of winning 1 of 3 *€2,500 donations towards club funding up for grabs.
The challenge begins on January 8th and runs until 12th February.
The goal of this challenge is to collectively hit 4,000 Km for your club and be entered into the provincial draw.
The more participants on your team, the quicker you’ll hit your target, so make sure to get everyone on board as every step really does count!‌
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‌STEP 1: DOWNLOAD MYLIFE
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‌DOWNLOAD: MyLife from the App Store or Google Play Store
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‌SEARCH: MyLife by Irish Life
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‌STEP 2:  JOIN THE CHALLENGE
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‌Go to Social > Challenges > MyLife’s Every Step Counts Challenge + your province > find your club to join.
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‌From your MyLife Every Step Counts Team
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James (Jimmy) Murphy, Drishane Road, Millstreet

The death has occurred of James (Jimmy) Murphy, Drishane Road, Millstreet, Co. Cork.

Jimmy passed away peacefully on January 12th, 2025 at the age of 88, surrounded by his loving family, in the excellent care of the staff of Millstreet Community Hospital.

Beloved husband of Liz (née Hickey), loving father of Peter, Anthony and Jason and grandfather of Lorna, Clodagh, Jade, Jack and Cathy. Brother of John, Michael and the late Mary Teresa and Frankie. Jimmy will be sadly missed by his loving family, daughters in law Eleanor, Linda and Justina, sisters and brothers in law, nieces, nephews, wide circle of friends and the staff and residents of Millstreet Community Hospital.

May he Rest in Peace.

Reposing in Tarrant’s Funeral Home, West End, Millstreet on Wednesday, 15th January, from 5.30pm to 7.00pm, followed by removal to St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet. Requiem Mass on Thursday, 16th January, at 9am. Funeral afterwards to the Island Crematorium. Funeral Mass will be live-streamed on https://www.churchservices.tv/millstreet

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Millstreet Community Hospital.

Messages of sympathy may be left in the condolence link here.

John Todd Boreenmanna Road, Cork / Millstreet, Cork

The death has occurred of John Todd, Boreenmanna Road, Cork / Millstreet, Cork

TODD (Boreenmanna Road & Millstreet, Co. Cork); On January 12th, 2025, peacefully, in his 91st year, surrounded by his loving family in the exceptional care of the staff at the Mercy University Hospital, JOHN (SEÁN), beloved husband of Val (née Treacy) and the late Breda (née Power), loving father of Mary, Ann, Jean, Carrie, John, Graham, Nicky, Linda and Tracy.

Sadly missed by his loving family, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Reposing at the Temple Hill Funeral Home, Boreenmanna Road of Jerh. O’Connor Ltd; On Wednesday (January 15th) from 5.00pm to 6.00pm.

Requiem Mass at 11.00am on Thursday (January 16th) in the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, Ballinlough. Funeral afterwards to St. Michael’s Cemetery, Blackrock.

House private, please.

Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu to here

Please leave your personal message for John’s family on the condolence link here

“May he rest in peace”

Savannah Beauty Studio

Back Massage: Special price of €30 (was €40) – perfect for relieving tension and back pain.
Indian Head Massage: Special price of €40(was 50) – ideal for stress relief and better sleep.
Full Body Massage: Special price of €60 (was €70) – complete relaxation and body rejuvenation.
Menopause Massage: Special price of €60 (was €70) – tailored for emotional balance and hormonal support.
Ear Candling: Special price of €35 (was €45) – effective for sinus relief and relaxation.
Additionally, I am offering a Regeneration Package – choose any 3 massages and get 20% off!
Please contact with Therapist:
087 2878082

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland Social Club in Macroom

I am looking for support to promote the Macroom Social Club which is open to those living in mid Cork.  Our Social Club is a warm and welcoming space for people living with dementia, their families, and carers. Come along for:

 Tea, coffee, and biscuits

 Singing and fun activities

 Support, connection, and shared experiences

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet others in the community, access helpful information, and enjoy a joyful and relaxed atmosphere.  Those who are not living with dementia are warmly welcomed also.  It is a lovely 2 hours of chat, activities and just getting out of the house!

We would love more people to come from Millstreet and would greatly appreciate your support in promoting this monthly event.  It is on the 3rd Saturday of each month.

It’s all about making connections, sharing laughter and creating memorable moments together!

Movement & coffee morning !🌅 🧘‍♀️🧘🥣🍓🫐☕️

Movement & coffee morning !🌅 🧘‍♀️🧘🥣🍓🫐☕️ no yoga experience required!!

Join us for a morning of movement, coffee and community on February 1st to kickstart a new month and your long weekend!

 

🧘‍♀️ Enjoy a gentle and beginner friendly yoga class with Lauren for only €5 before grabbing a coffee and nutritious snack from Dansa Coffee. We hope this morning will bring some energy, movement and connection 🙌🏻

 

Everybody is welcome, maybe this is your first time trying yoga!

All you need to bring is a yoga/exercise mat or something comfortable to lay on.

Looking forward to seeing you there! Book now by messaging our pages text 0872213685 of through the link below

https://groundedyoga.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=72974844

Royal Welcome at Millstreet Station for BTYSTE 2025 Students

Thankfully the improving weather permitted  an enthusiastic group of people to accord a royal welcome to the wonderfully dedicated Students from Millstreet Community School who brilliantly represented their school, their families and their communities at this week’s highly prestigious BTYSTE 2025 in Dublin’s RDS.   Here we share a selection of some eighteen images from the uplifting occasion as the Students arrived on the 19.48 train from Dublin on Sat. 11th Jan. 2025.   A special radio feature will be broadcast on our weekly “Radio Treasures” programme on www.corkmusicstation.com on this coming Tuesday, 14th Jan. at 9.30pm including recordings with the Students both in Dublin (by teacher Eileen Lyons) and also at Millstreet Railway Station.  Tap on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.) [read more …] “Royal Welcome at Millstreet Station for BTYSTE 2025 Students”

Billy Coleman the Millstreet Maestro

The Rallymemories Channel on You Tube has as an upload on Billy Coleman titled the Millstreet Maestro which showcases the fantastic talent Billy is,hard to think he was British Rally Champion 50 years ago.

Check it out in the link below and Enjoy.

 

John Stephen O’Sullivan, Convent View, Rathmore

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

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

May John Stephen Rest In Peace

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

Millstreet Parish Newsletter – 12th January 2025

PARISH NEWSLETTER

BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

The Baptism of the Lord

12th January 2025

Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P.

Telephone Nos.:  Landline:  029 70043  &  Mobile: 087 775 2948

Email:  millstreet @dioceseofkerry.ie

Website:   www.dioceseofkerry.ie

All Masses are livestreamed on www.churchservices.tv/millstreet

Parish Opening Hours 

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 

10.00am to 1.00pm  &  2.00pm to 5pm

RECENT DEATH:  Timmy Joe O’Sullivan, Knocknageeha; Dan Joe O’Connell, Murphy’s Terrace; Mary Hayes (née Hickey), Glanmire & Cullen.

Mass Intentions for THIS WEEKEND:

Saturday 11th January, 2025:            

Millstreet   6.15p.m.   Denis & Nell Hickey, Mill View;  Timmy J. Kiely, Ballydaly.

Sunday 12th January, 2025:

Cullen 9.30a.m. Michael Dineen, Cullen;  Geraldine Murphy, Lisnaboy;  Paddy & Mary O’Mahony, Meenagloherane;  Rosaleen Veart, Ahane.

Millstreet 11.30a.m. Tim Dineen, Carrigacooleen (recently deceased);  Cornelius Keane, Drimoleague;  Pat O’Connell, Toorenbawn;  Mary Cashman, Tullig House & the deceased members of the Goggin Family, Carriganima.

ANNIVERSARIES: John & Mary Ryan, Cockhill; Columba Cronin, Church Street; Neily Healy, Church Street; Julia Kelleher, Kilmeedy; Con Cronin, Dooneen; Kevin Gardiner, Duarigle; Bob, Bridie & the deceased members of the Casey Family, Duarigle; Con Joe Murphy, Curraraigue. 

Mass Intentions for NEXT WEEKEND:

Saturday 18th January, 2025:                  

Millstreet   6.15p.m.   Ann O’Sullivan, Ballydaly;  Breeda Tarrant, Aunagloor;  Larry Moynihan, Clara Road;  John Linehan, Dooneen & Cullen.

Sunday 19th January, 2025: 

Ballydaly 9.30a.m. Peggie & Jerry Horgan, Ballydaly;  Canon Dan Kiely & his parents Katty & Denis Kiely, Ballydaly.

Millstreet 11.30a.m. Matt Murphy, Killarney Road & West End (recently deceased);  Fr. Joe Murphy, West End;  John B “Shamrock” Murphy, West End & the deceased members of the Murphy & Burke families;  Sonny & Lattie Murphy, Clarabeg & their daughter Anna Marie.  

Rotas for 18th & 19th January, 2025
CHURCH TIME READER EUCHARISTIC

MINISTERS
Millstreet   6.15p.m. Pádraig Creedon Group D
  11.30 a.m. Eileen O’Sullivan Group D
Ballydaly 9.30a.m. Dan O’Riordan Marcella Moynihan

Millstreet Church: Mass times this week unless there is a funeral.

Mass on Monday (13th) for People of the Parish at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Tuesday (14th) for Private Intention at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Wednesday (15th) for John (Jackie) Murphy, 12 Tanyard, Lackabawn and his son Danny Joe at 10.00a.m.

No Mass on Thursday.

Mass on Friday (17th) for Margaret Murphy, Cloghoulabeg (First Anniversary) at 7.30p.m. [read more …] “Millstreet Parish Newsletter – 12th January 2025”

Millstreet’s Superbly Uplifting Success at BTYSTE 2025

While it’s a great privilege to be chosen to compete in BTYSTE 2025 it is truly a further bonus to be chosen among the winners.  We thank Pól Ó Síodhcháin for sharing the following statement and images relating to the wonderful success for Millstreet Community School this Friday evening (10th Jan. 2025) at the RDS.  Pól states:  “We are immensely proud of Saoirse, Anna & Méabh! What a fantastic achievement when you think of 2,000 entries of which just over 500 reach the RDS, to be coming back to Millstreet with 3rd Place is just brilliant. It is a tremendous end to what was a difficult week for many people locally and we are thrilled to have pnce again represented our area so well! I want to thank Millstreet Community Council for their generous support of our participation in BTYSTE over many years. To our three teachers who made the trip to Dublin with the students, Ms Lyons, Ms O’Looney & Mr Guerin, we say a huge míle buíochas. Our teachers in MCS are so committed to our students, it is a privilege to be a part of that. Thanks also to Daniel’s father for travelling to Dublin! They joined the train in Banteer on Wednesday morning. Marion Buckley, one of our wonderful Clerical Officers, ensured that Ms Lyons would make the train on Wednesday morning by giving her a bed on Tuesday night. That sums up MCS…the Irish word ‘Meitheal’ is such a perfect description of what we have in the school between all Staff, Students and Parents/Guardians. We will celebrate this in the school on Monday and I can’t wait to do so! Well done to Daniel, Kate and Evelyn on their excellent work and presentations in the RDS too. We have such a proud tradition in this competition over very many years, it was wonderful to have three projects make it through to Dublin this year. Comhghairdeachas leo go léir!“

Anna, Méabh and Saoirse got 3rd place in the intermediate category award for biological & ecological sciences 🎉🥳

[read more …] “Millstreet’s Superbly Uplifting Success at BTYSTE 2025”

Further Local Superb Participation at BTYSTE2025

BTYSTE2025 taking place at Dublin’s RDS is receiving much deserved attention this week.  And we’ve learned of further local representation at the highly prestigious event.   From Boherbue Comprehensive School we meet three more wonderfully dedicated Students – Chantel O’Doherty Newmarket;  Juliette Kelleher, Millstreet and Katie Creedon, Millstreet .   Their Project relates to:  “How healthy bars affect blood sugar levels.” Every success.    Tap on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)