Fantastic support for the Blackwater Valley Vintage Vintage Car Run in aid of The Irish Kidney Association held in Cullen on Easter Monday

As the Dust settles on what was the second Event of 2025 for Blackwater Valley Vintage Group held over in Cullen on Easter Monday last we just want to say a huge Thank You to Everybody from both near and far who came to Support the Event and for your amazing Generosity,there was close on 130 Vehicles signed up for the Run which was just fantastic,we are very grateful to each and everyone of you for taking the time out to come and show your support on the day.

For Blackwater Valley Vintage it was an honour and a privilege to be asked by the Fleming Family to host the Event and all we can say is that the Flemings are an absolute pleasure to work with.

It was great to be able to help and support such a great organisation in the Irish Kidney Association and the great work they do and that is what this excercise was all about and the proceeds from the Event will be of great benefit to the people who are looked after by such a fantastic Organisation.

Willie Fitzgerald headed the operation of the Car Run and Willie would like to acknowledge all the help given on both the lead up to the Event and on the day itself,Willie would also like to thank Cullen Community Centre for the use of such a fantastic facility to base the Event out of and for the hardworking catering crew who looked after us so well with top class food and hospitality which they very kindly sponsored and supplied free of charge,to An Garda Siochana we thank you for your assistance in keeping the Event progress smoothly and safely on the road and to our fantastic Bike Marshalls Anthony and Steve and all the Marshalls out on the Route we could not have done this without your help,to the hardworking Sign on Crew who kept the paperwork all in order thanks for your help, a big thanks as well to Sheila Fitzgerald and John Tarrant and The Corkman and to the Crew at Discover Duhallow Magazine for there coverage and support and to all the Photographers and Video people who came out on the day we thank you for your attendance and publicity of the days proceedings,to Vy Ha and Mahilet O’Leary for there lovely Harp Playing in Cullen before the start of the Event,also thanks to Cullen Pipe Band for there presence before the start and to Sheila Fitzgerald for giving us great Entertainment at the Finish in Kanturk Golf Club,also a big shout out must go to all the Sponsors of Spot Prizes for the Event,we are very grateful for your Support and Generosity.

Overall the Weather behaved itself and we hope you all had a great day out and we look forward to having your Company again very soon.

 

“Radio Treasures” from 9.15pm Features Vintage Run

At 8pm we feature Jimmy Reidy’s Archival programme No. 146 relating to Carrigaline….Repeated on Sunday at 10pm.

“Radio Treasures” on www.corkmusicstation.com from 9.15pm this Tuesday, 15th April 2025.   Feel very welcome to contact before, during or after our weekly broadcast:  086 825 0074 or corkmusicstation @gmail.com . Tap on the images to enlarge.  Please note:  “Radio Treasures” is now repeated at 9.20pm every Friday night.  Happy listening. (S.R.) [read more …] ““Radio Treasures” from 9.15pm Features Vintage Run”

DORNAN Rás Mumhan 2025

Rás Mumhan is a 4 day cycle event which is held over Easter Weekend each year.

Stage 3 – The Queen stage which is the The hardest, most demanding stage of a stage race and is always in the mountains took place in and around the hills of Millstreet and surrounds.

Geraldine Dennehy captured a few pictures of the action on the Macroom Road. 

[read more …] “DORNAN Rás Mumhan 2025”

Eily’s Report – 22nd April

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

The old people used to say I’ll live as long as I can and I’ll die when I can’t help it. Well that was so true of our beloved Pope Francis. Having seen him the previous day blessing the crowd, I doubt if the news of his passing came of any shock on Easter Monday morning. He was a wonderful Pontiff, a man of the people and he proved it by leaving his deathbed to bless them one more time before God called him home. I’m confident that he is in Heaven and we can pray to him now that he is inside the Golden Gates.

[read more …] “Eily’s Report – 22nd April”

Daniel (Dan) Dennehy Lisnaboy, Cullen, Cork

The death has occurred of Daniel (Dan) Dennehy Lisnaboy, Cullen, Cork

 

On 19th April, 2025, unexpectedly, in the presence of his loving family.

Beloved husband of the late Noreen Dennehy.

Much loved father of Collette Ryan (Mourneabbey), Martin and the late Eileen, son-in-law Damien, daughter-in-law Diane and cherished grandchildren Anna, Patrick, Katie, Shauna, Darragh and Jamie. Sadly missed by his loving sisters and brothers, brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, kind neighbours, relatives and his wide circle of friends.

May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.

Reposing in the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Cullen on Monday, 21st April, 2025, from 6pm-8pm. Requiem Mass at 11am on Tuesday, 22nd April, 2025. Burial afterwards at the adjoining cemetery. Funeral mass will be live-streamed on http://www.mycondolences.ie

Messages of sympathy can be left on this link.

The Late Dan Dennehy

It was with deep sadness that we learnt of the passing of Dan Dennehy, a true stalwart of Cullen GAA Club. A former player, Chairman, and long-serving Duhallow GAA delegate, Dan’s unwavering dedication to our club and community spanned decades. His leadership and vision were instrumental in the development of many of our key facilities, leaving a lasting legacy that will benefit generations to come.
Dan remained actively involved in club affairs right up to his passing, a testament to his deep love for Cullen GAA and the GAA community at large. His loss is deeply felt by all who had the privilege of working alongside him, and by everyone who values the spirit of community, commitment, and volunteerism that he so passionately embodied.
We extend our heartfelt sympathies to Dan’s family, friends, and all who mourn his passing. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
With thanks,
Karen Hickey (Chairperson), Marie Morley (Secretary), Denis Hickey (Treasurer) & Brid Walsh (PRO)

Steve Dillon Coomlogane – First Anniversary and Acknowledgement

Steve Dillon
Coomlogane, Millstreet, Co. Cork
who passed away on April 20th 2024
As we mark Steve’s first anniversary, we remember him with love and deep affection. Though we miss him dearly, we’re comforted by the incredible kindness and support we received following his passing. Thank you to everyone, family, friends, and neighbours, who reached out — whether through condolences, calls, visits with kind offerings of food, Mass cards, enrolments, messages, online tributes, or donations to Marymount — it all meant so much.
We’re especially grateful to everyone who cared for Steve throughout his illness. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Bertie Daly, Dr. Zealie Gaffney, and all the team at Áth Trasna Medical Centre. A special word of thanks to Steve’s friend and former student, Bertie, whose support and friendship meant the world to him and to us.
Our sincere thanks also go to Tom Mulcahy and the team at Mulcahy’s Pharmacy in Millstreet for their kindness and help.
We also wish to acknowledge the compassionate care provided by the district nurses, Marymount staff and, in particular, our dear friend Maria Kelleher. They provided so much help, support, and kindness to Steve and his family in his final days at home.
We would like to thank Cannon John Fitzgerald and Fr. Seamus Kennelly for celebrating Steve’s Funeral Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, and also Sharon Lane and Julie Brady for their valued assistance. Our thanks also to Edel Frazer and Millstreet choir members for the beautiful music, which added such grace to the service.
We are most grateful to Davy, Declan, Cora, and all at Tarrant’s Undertakers for their professionalism, compassion, and respectful handling of the arrangements.
While it’s not possible to thank everyone personally, please know how grateful we are. Your kindness and support will always be remembered. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.
With heartfelt thanks,
Steve’s family.

Blackwater Valley Vintage Group Vintage Car Run in aid of Irish Kidney Association happening this Bank Holiday Monday

Tomorrow Bank Holiday Monday April 21st the Blackwater Valley Vintage Group Crew welcome you to our second Event of the Year for the Group which is a Vintage Car Run in aid of a great Cause in the Irish Kidney Association,as always all Vintage/Classic Cars Bikes Vans etc are very Welcome to join us and we look forward to your Company with Registration which is by Donation
taking place from 10.30am in Cullen Community Centre Eircode (P51 YY06) where Refreshments will be available with Take Off at 12 Noon,with a Scenic 80 km Route which will finish off at Bob’s on the Green in Kanturk Golf Club with more Refreshments and Musical Entertainment to end the day there will also be a Draw on the day with some great Prizes to be Won, so why not give Willie Fitzgerald a call on 087 2229874 or contact anyone of the Group Members for further details.🚗🚗👌👌

 

Millstreet Parish Newsletter – 20th April 2025 – Easter Sunday

PARISH NEWSLETTER

BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

Easter Sunday 

20th April 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 DEATHS:   Sheila O’Connor, Claraghatlea

Mass Intentions for THIS WEEKEND:

Saturday 19th April, 2025:    Easter Saturday

Millstreet   9.00p.m.   People of the Parish

Sunday 20th April, 2025:          Easter Sunday

Cullen 9.30a.m.  

Millstreet 11.30a.m. Patie & Seanie Murphy, Cloghoulabeg

ANNIVERSARIES: Florrie O’Donoghue, Lackabawn; Noel & Bart Keating, Murphy’s Terrace; Steve Dillon, Coomlogane; Eileen Collins, Clara Road; Mary O’Mahonly, Cloghoulabeg; Victor O’Hare, Cloghoulamore; Danny Creedon, Liscahane; Patrick O’Donoghue, Aubane;  Denis Herlihy, Curragh; Denis Cronin, Coolinarne; Eileen Duggan, Lisnaboy; Jerh & Kit Hickey, Lisnaboy; Mary Agnes Regan, Nohovaldaly;  Michael Smith, Shanakiel, Rathcoole; Fr. Luke Browne, Shanakiel, Rathcoole; Willie, Denny & Mary Leahy, Carriganima; The deceased members of the O’Riordan Family, Knocknagree; Anne Murphy, Kilworth. 

Mass Intentions for NEXT WEEKEND:

Saturday 26th April, 2025:     

Millstreet   6.15p.m.   Sheila Twohig, Murphy’s Terrace (recently deceased);  Carmel O’Sullivan, Drishane Road (1st Anniverary) & Jeremiah & Lil O’Sullivan, Minor Row;  Steve Dillon, Coomlogane (1st Anniversary).

Sunday 27th April, 2025:

Ballydaly 9.30a.m. Kathleen & Nelius Guerin, Ballydaly

Millstreet 11.30a.m. Teddy O’Connor, Ballinkeen (1st Anniversary);  Eileen Cotter, Liscahane & Murphy’s Terrace & her parents Jimmy & Mary;  John & Ann Kelleher, Drishane Road;  The deceased members of the Desmond Family, Liscahane.

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT every Tuesday in Millstreet Church between 10.30a.m. & 7.30p.m.

LEGION OF MARY meets every Tuesday in the Parish Centre at 7.30p.m.

PRIEST ON DUTY: Sunday 20th April:  Fr. John Fitzgerald (087) 7752948.  

Sunday 27th April: Fr. Pat O’Donnell (064) 7758026/(086) 8351732

Rotas for 26th & 27th April, 2025
CHURCH TIME READER EUCHARISTIC

MINISTERS
Millstreet   6.15p.m. Maura O’Sullivan Group D
  11.30 a.m. Raymond Gilbourne Group E
Ballydaly 9.30a.m. Eileen Guerin Mary O’Leary-Guerin

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

Monday (21st): Funeral Mass for Sheila O’Connor, Claraghatlea at 12 noon. Mass on Tuesday (22nd) for Eileen Cotter, Liscahane; Con, Sheila, Finbarr & Nellie O’Leary at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Wednesday (23rd) for Jack Collins-Kelleher, Drishane Road; Eileen Collins, Clara Road at 10.00a.m.

Mass on Friday (25th) for Mary O’Mahony, Cloghoulabeg; Johnny, Kathleen & Kevin Hickey, Shanaknuck; Jackie & Kathleen Forde, Murphy’s Tce. 7.30p.m. [read more …] “Millstreet Parish Newsletter – 20th April 2025 – Easter Sunday”

Last chance to enter All Ireland hurling Final tickets competition

Please get your entries in by Sunday morning to be in with a chance to win.
All you need then is for our hurlers to do their part and get the most predictions correct

Sheila O’Connor (née Duggan) Claraghatlea, Millstreet, Cork

The death has occurred of Sheila O’Connor (née Duggan)                                                              Claraghatlea, Millstreet, Cork

On Wednesday 16th April 2025, Sheila passed away peacefully in the gentle care of the staff of St Christopher’s Ward, Marymount University Hospital and Hospice, surrounded by her family.

Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Dan, her parents Dan and Julia, and sisters Eileen Orpen (Castletownbere) and Joan Doyle (Boston).

Loving and much loved mother of Tim, Sheila, Eileen, Donal and Marie. Sadly missed by her family, sons in law and daughters in law Jodi, Michael, Tony and Maria, her grandchildren Meghan, Danny, Jamie, Mariah, Donnacha, Conor, Róisín, Sean and Christopher, her great grandchildren Luke, Dominic, John, Jack, Charlie, Liam and Emma, sisters in law, brothers in law, nieces, nephews, extended family, kind neighbours and wonderful friends.

May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet, on Saturday 19th April from 4pm to 6pm.

House private on Sunday.

Reception into St. Patrick’s Church Millstreet on Monday 21st for Requiem Mass at 12 noon with burial afterwards to St Mary’s Cemetery Millstreet. Funeral mass will be live-streamed at https://www.churchservices.tv/millstreet

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to Marymount Hospice.

Messages of sympathy can be left on this  link.

Millstreet Library – Easter Colouring Competition – Winning pictures

Here are the winning pictures from our Easter Colouring Competition!

A huge well done to everyone who took part – we loved seeing all your creative entries.

If you’re one of our lucky winners, please pop into the library to collect your prize!

A big thank you to one of our library group members who had the tough job of narrowing down all the fantastic entries.

Thank you.

Happy Easter to all.

www.corkcoco.ie

 

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

 

“Dying to Meet You” at Glen Theatre 20th & 21st April

Dying to meet You
The Glen Theatre Drama Group’s Spring production, the hilarious comedy “Dying to Meet You” continues on Easter Sunday and Easter Monday.
Directed by Tadgh O’Keeffe, the cast is a mixture of familiar faces interspersed with exciting young talent.
Performances of ‘”Dying to Meet You” take place on this Saturday and Sunday at 8pm nightly. Ticket bookings can be made to The Glen Theatre box office on 029-56239. We thank John Tarrant for the wonderful photo and caption. (S.R.)

Blackwater Valley Vintage Group Launch of Car Run for Irish Kidney Association happening on Easter Monday April 21st

The Blackwater Valley Vintage Group Crew recently held an Event Launch and Photo Shoot opportunity to officially Launch the Groups second Event of the Year which is a Vintage Car Run in aid of a great Cause in the Irish Kidney Association which takes place on next Easter Monday April 21st.

The Launch which took place with a fantastic backdrop of the Blackwater being the centre piece of the Photo Shoot which was photographed by our own Seán Radley had some of the Group Members and there Vintage Cars on Display along with the beautiful Blue Mark 2 Ford Escort which was brought along to the Launch by Marie Fleming from Cullen, the Fleming Family are great supporters and advocates of the Irish Kidney Association and Blackwater Valley Vintage are delighted to be associated with such a wonderful Charity and Family.

All Vintage Cars Bikes Vans etc are very Welcome to join us on Easter Monday and we look forward to your Company with Registration which is by Donation taking place from 10.30am in Cullen Community Centre Eircode (P51 YY06) where Refreshments will be available with Take Off at 12 Noon,with a Scenic 80 km Route which will finish off at Bob’s on the Green in Kanturk Golf Club with more Refreshments and Musical Entertainment to end the day there will also be a Draw on the day with some great Prizes to be Won, so why not give Willie Fitzgerald a call on 087 2229874 or contact anyone of the Group Members for further details.🚗🚗👌👌

 

“Radio Treasures” from 9.15pm Meets American and Breton Visitors

At 8pm we feature Jimmy Reidy’s Archival programme relating to Fairhill in Cork….Repeated on Sunday at 10pm.

“Radio Treasures” on www.corkmusicstation.com from 9.15pm this Tuesday, 15th April 2025.  Our many usual features plus a selection of Interviews recorded at Millstreet Museum when American and Breton Visitors arrived.  Feel very welcome to contact before, during or after our weekly broadcast:  086 825 0074 or corkmusicstation @gmail.com . Tap on the images to enlarge.  Please note:  “Radio Treasures” is now repeated at 9.20pm every Friday night.  Happy listening. (S.R.)

Sarah and her father Bill Casey from USA whose Interview will be broadcast at 10pm tonight.
Our Breton Visitors whose Interview will be broadcast at 9.30pm tonight.
Springtime beneath Clara Mountain 2025.
Promoting at the Boeing Crossing in Dooneen, Millstreet – the upcoming Vintage Car Run on Easter Monday 2025 beginning in Cullen and organised by Blackwater Valley Vintage Group in aid of the Irish Kidney Association.
Millstreet GAA in conjunction with Millstreet Tidy Towns Association organised a wonderfully successful Project on Saturday.
Ukrainian Organist, Oleksii Shemshur, played magnificent music including Bach during recent weekend Masses in Millstreet Church.
Organised by Millstreet Vintage Club – An Eircode Challenge…in aid of
Brain Tumour Ireland…Pictured on Sunday, 13th April at the Registration Desk in Café Aroma, Minor Row, Millstreet.
The wonderfully attractive Easter 2025 Window Display at the home of the Randles Family in Minor Row, Millstreet
Promoting at the Boeing Crossing in Dooneen, Millstreet – the upcoming Vintage Car Run on Easter Monday 2025 beginning in Cullen and organised by Blackwater Valley Vintage Group in aid of the Irish Kidney Association. From left (holding the large BVVG Banner): William Fitzgerald and Jack Sheehan. Wearing and holding the IKA Yellow T Shirts: From left: Luke Hurley, Ita Fitzgerald, Marie Fleming, Declan Ryan, Breda Sheehan, Mary Crowley and Mairéad Hurley.
Jerry Lehane of Ballydaly takes a walk down his native Minor Row, Millstreet where very impressive new footpaths are presently being put in place which will also include a new Zebra Crossing.

[read more …] ““Radio Treasures” from 9.15pm Meets American and Breton Visitors”

Millstreet Pitch & Putt Club

Millstreet Pitch & Putt Club

At the recent AGM the following decisions were made
1. Coaching will take place on Tuesday 20th and 27th May. 6 pm for Juveniles. 7 pm for adults.
2. Dates will be proposed for members who would like to help maintain the course.
3. Members will be invited to help with competitions.

Sliabh Luachra Cycling Club to host Rás Mumhan 2025 – Stage 3

Rás Mumhan 2025 – Stage 3 will be passing through Millstreet this Sunday 20/04/2025
Repro Free : Pictured at Dornan HQ located in Little Island, Co. Cork, for the the launch of the Dornan Rás Mumhan Cycle Race 2024 were .
Pictured L/R : Izabela Wojtaszek Cork (Dornan Cork Sports Club) , Darren Tutty Cork (Group Finance Director Dornan) , Mark Murphy Kerry (Race PR) , John Breen Kerry (Race Director) , Micheál O’Connor Cork (Group Managing Director Dornan) , Tom Daly (President Cycling Ireland) and Sinead Moriarty Kerry (Race Secretary) . Front Liam Crowley Cork and Ben Murphy Kerr
This Easter Sunday find your spot as
hosts Dornan 2025 Rás Mumhan stage 3
which promises an exhilarating and competitive weekend of cycling, showcasing the strength, skill, and resilience of its riders against the breathtaking backdrop of Kerry and Cork.
🚴‍♂️ Stage 3 will commence from the Green Glens Arena Millstreet under a 2.3km neutralised roll-out toward Macroom through Millstreet town.
The racing will get underway at 11:00 from the Lucy Transport Warehouse just outside Millstreet.
The race will then proceed towards Macroom, via the R582 road, before turning right for Clondrohid. Here we do 2 loops of Clondrohid – Ballyvourney – Macroom,
After this we head back for Millstreet and this is where things become familiar, as we slip right at the grotto and head up Mushera climb, 8.5km to St John’s Well.
Heading back down to Millstreet again, we take on the final climb of the day, following the Old Butter Road, up to the Kerryman’s Table and the Finish Line.

Aubane Social Club Easter Egg Hunt is happening on this coming Easter Saturday 

Aubane Social Club Easter Egg Hunt is happening on this coming Easter Saturday 

Location: Aubane Community Centre  Eircode (P51 EP49)

€5 per child

There will be a Bouncing Castle and a Raffle on the day.

Saturday April 19th from 10 am to 1:30pm.

All Welcome!