Regional Report 975.
by
Eily Buckley
Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a Cairde and welcome to news report 975 from Millstreet.
Fondest greetings dear listeners and I wish you all the very best on this pleasant Tuesday morning.
Here are the results of this weeks parish lotto draw which was held at Tarrants Bar on Sunday night. Numbers drawn were 3, 8,11, 26 … and the jackpot was not won. €100 went to Kevin O’Connor, Rathrue, the seller was Reens Pharmacy. They got €50 sellers prize. €50 went to Tadgh Collins, Dooneen. €20 each to Cissy Kelleher, Aubane, Cliona Coughlan, Killarney, Mary Gahan, Minor Row, Margaret O Callaghan,Clara Rd. Patsy Corcoran, Pound Hill, Breda Broderick, Clara Rd, Joe Moynihan, Killarney, and Mary Corcoran, Cullen. Jackpot for next, the magic figure of €13,000 . The draw at the Bush Bar on Sunday night.
‘The Forgotten Maggies’ attracted full houses on Friday Saturday and Sunday at the Glen Theatre. Full marks to Stephen O’Reardon and his team for bringing the story of these deprived women , to the notice of the whole world, lest we forget. On Sunday the audience gave a standing ovation to all concerned. And now Steve’s phone doesn’t stop ringing. His story has captured the attention of many people, not just in Ireland, but also the mighty New York Film Academy. Following showings around this country, he will be heading for that location, at the end of September and we wish him every success with this brilliant documentary, which took him three years to complete, on a shoe string budget.
A sum of money was found outside the Wallis Arms Hotel at the weekend. Can be claimed by giving details to 029 56406. or ring me at 086 3163285 and I will put you in touch.
Thanks to the power of local radio, the stray dog that was mentioned last week was located and returned home in a matter of hours.
A listener is taking a chance with this one. Having done some renovations in the bathroom she now needs about a dozen tiles 6X9 inches, to repair the little damage that was done. They’re about 15yrs old. Colour, creamy/white background with an all over hint of green. If you can help ring 087 6739878 after 6.
Our lovely Country Park is open every day from 10 until 7, and is improving all the time. The latest addition being the spectacular Waterfalls. Replicas from similar ones seen in Brussells. and they will be officially launched on Sunday August 30t.h by none other than the Belgian Ambassador himself, Mr Robert Devriese, other dignitaries will also attend. So put it on your diary, Sunday August 30th. All park facilities will be up and running as usual ,The Duhallow Choir will be there, as will LTV2 other members of the press. A great occasion one not to be missed.
Book of poems entitled Eoghan Rua O’Suilleabhan, ‘ DANTA’,which was launched at the Malton Hotel last Friday night, is on sale at Wordsworth @ €20.
In the near future a book of poems by Cullen’s Roger Casey will also be launched. Roger is an inspiration to us all , He fought his way back from almost total blindness following an operation to remove a tumour in the brain in 1991 to use his limited ability to live a full life in his community and among other things , to write a book of poems. Watch out for his launch in the not too distant future.
Millstreet Gramaphone Circle meeting at the Canon O Donovan Centre this Friday night, August 21st starting at 8.15 . Presenter the well-known Bernard O’Donaghue of Cullen and Oxford. All are welcome.
Sean Radley would like to say many thanks to all those who helped and contributed to his church gate collection in Millstreet at the weekend in aid of our Museum/Tourist point, which amounted to €2,421.93. It will go to pay for insurance, light, heat etc for the coming year.
This Saturday August 22nd Millstreet will see the mighty Tour of Ireland Cycle race pass through our town. Approaching from the Tullig Rd. just before 1.30. Be out to cheer them on and hang out a few flags along the way and let them see we care.
45 Drive at our Canon O Donovan Centre every Tuesday night.
Bingo at our GAA Hall every Thursday night.
Every Good wish to the Wallis Arms Hotel as they open their newly renovated bar and Restaurant soon.
Sport. Every good wish to our Set-dancing team who will compete on Friday at the All Irl Fleagh which will be held at Tullamore.
GAA
Millstreet defeated Aghada in the 3rd round of the Co. Premier Minor Football Challenge in Mournabby
U12 hurling Semi-Final, Millstreet V Banteer tomorrow Wednesday in Banteer at 7.
The film at the Briary Gap Cinema in Macroom till Thurs , The Hangover.
A heading here from IRD Duhallow called LIVING WITH LOSS, it could be through death, divorce, separation or job loss, or just something else altogether. They are hosting a public information seminar on Thursday September 3rd at the James O’Keeffe in Newmarket at 8 , Refreshments will be served. Admission is free & 2 guest speakers will attend. For full information contact them at 029 60633.
Still with IRD, 8 week Basic Computer Course for women to run from Tuesday September 22nd to Tuesday November 10th , from 7.30 to 9.30 each week. At The James O Keeffe. Again 60633 for details.
25 wk computer course starting in September contact BTLI, Mallow 022 55 452
Diocesen Pilgrimmage to the Holy Land in 2010 , contact 064 7758219
Carmelite Monastery invite single women interested in finding out more about the order to join them on the weekend of Aug 28to 30th. Preferred age 25 to 45. Contact them at http://www.carmelitemonasterydelgany.ie
Study Theology at home ,The Dominicans are offering this specifically for lay people, contact The Priory Institute Dublin at 01 4048124.
Pilgrimmage to Our Lady ‘s Island, Wexford Sun. August 30th, contact Fr Campell, Kilbrin, 022 48169 or 086 10 66 998.
Cullen Heart Response Unit: A meeting tonight August 18th at 8. New members welcome.
Still with Cullen ,their Church Gate Collection in aid of Threshold amounted to €314.24. Many thanks to all who helped and contributed.
This report & lots more can be found on our website, www.millstreet .ie
Agus sinn a bfuil a cairde, for the New C 103, this is Eily Buckley saying Slan is Beannacht De libh go leir.
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Eily Buckley presents the Regional Report for Millstreet every Tuesday Morning on C103 FM radio at approx 10am. Listen live to C103 FM here: http://www3.c103.ie/103fm-North.asx
