Day: March 11, 2019

Wonderful Gathering for Unveiling of John & Lena Plaque in Millstreet Town Park

It was John O’Keeffe’s niece – Peg O’Keeffe of Drishane Road, Millstreet – who this Monday morning (11th March 2019) officially unveiled the very impressive plaque at the Bridge in Millstreet Town Park in the presence of a wonderful cross section of local people and visitors including relatives from Mitchelstown of the late Lena.   Members of Millstreet Tidy Towns and Members of Millstreet Town Park were also present.   Chairman of Millstreet Town Park Committee – Denis Twomey – delivered a superb speech acknowledging the amazing contribution both John and the late Lena made to Millstreet over several years.   Denis Hickey and his Team had the ground and plaque placement splendidly prepared.   Here we share some 18 images illustrating what a very special occasion it was – blessed, thankfully, by perfect weather conditions.   Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Peg O’Keeffe unveils the special plaque.
Denis Twomey and Denis Hickey applaud Peg having officially unveiled the plaque.
Belle Brosnan (with her Grandmother) points to the new plaque. Belle’s Grandfather, the late Neily O’Leary, devoted lots of dedicated time to the care of the Town Park and Millstreet environs.
Áine Collins was among those who were instrumental in accessing funding for Millstreet Town Park and hugely respected the inspirational efforts of John and Lena.

And we share a further 13 images from this morning’s historic occasion. [read more …] “Wonderful Gathering for Unveiling of John & Lena Plaque in Millstreet Town Park”

Wonderfully Colourful Rathmore’s St. Patrick’s Parade on Sunday

One of the many excellent participating groups in the Parade – This is Shrone N.S. with a superb presentation – one of the winning entries in fact on Sunday 10th March 2019.
The Millstreet Parade Judges arrive.
Pictured on the Parade Reviewing Stand in Rathmore.  Click in the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)  Many more pictures of the Parade to follow later in the week.

Pictorial News – Monday 11th March 2019

Our Pictorial News feature today places focus on the past weekend where we share a selection of images from a busy agenda.  Click on the pictures to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Mary and Michael Burke of “Crystal Swing” celebrate their 30th Wedding Anniversary in Lisgoold Community Centre on Sat. night pictured here also with son Derek and daughter Dervla.
Seán Murphy and I joined the uplifting occasion while Patrick and Conor O’Sullivan provided the superb music.

On Sunday a magnificent Afternoon Dance to the wonderful music of Peter Lane took place in Aubane Community Centre.
As always a truly royal welcome was extended to All in Aubane with delicious refreshments enjoyed by All.

We thank Paddy for this interesting notice.
A special note of thanks from Greg at Herlihy’s Centra regarding the recent Pancake Tuesday fundraising event for “Penny Dinners”.