Class of 1970 Reunion on Friday Evening in Millstreet

Members of the Leaving Cert. Class of 1970 who had a very special Reunion on Friday evening beginning with the celebration of Mass during which Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P. prayed for the six Deceased Members of the Class. Following Mass a very enjoyable reception was held at the Wallis Arms Hotel. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Members of the Leaving Cert. Class of 1970 who had a very special Reunion on Friday evening beginning in St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet with the celebration of Mass during which Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P. prayed for the six Deceased Members of the Class. Following Mass a very enjoyable reception was held at the Wallis Arms Hotel. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)
Here the 1970 Class are joined by some Friends and Family.
Here the 1970 Class is joined by some Friends and Family following the celebration of Mass on Friday, 20th June 2014.

Travel Writer Supreme Mary Russell Wonderfully Impressed by Butter Road

Renowned Travel Writer Mary Russell from Dublin during her walk on the famous Butter Road on Friday, 20th June 2014. We feature just two images of a full and comprehensive feature later on this remarkable "Irish Times" contributor and frequent RTÉ broadcaster whom we were privileged to have guided in the Millstreet area on Friday. Click on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.)
Renowned Travel Writer Mary Russell from Dublin during her walk on the famous Butter Road on Friday, 20th June 2014. We feature just two images of a full and comprehensive feature later on this remarkable “Irish Times” contributor and frequent RTÉ broadcaster whom we were privileged to have guided in the Millstreet area on Friday. Click on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.)
Mary write a superb blog which is read worldwide - more about this most interesting aspect of Mary's inspirational approach to life later. Here we note how impressed she was by the panoramic scenery on her way to Rylane on the Butter Road. She met a host of marvellous people along her journey including Tom Goggin who presented her with an excellent book on "Mahon's Rock". Mary certainly intends to return on another occasion. Friday provided perfect weather for walking. (S.R.)
Mary writes a very regular superb blog (maryrussellwriter.wordpress.com) which is read worldwide – more about this most interesting aspect of Mary’s inspirational approach to life later. Here we note how impressed she was by the panoramic scenery on her way to Rylane on the Butter Road. She met a host of marvellous people along her journey including Tom Goggin who presented her with an excellent book on “Mahon’s Rock”. Mary certainly intends to return on another occasion. Friday provided perfect weather conditions for walking.  (S.R.)

Summer Computer Camps 2014

http://www.nbcomputers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Summer-Camp-2-890x340.jpgIf your children love computers and gadgets then they will certainly enjoy taking part in the Summer Computers Camps offered by Niamh Barrett Computers. Our Millstreet Camp takes place from the 7th – 11th July.

Over 2000 children have participated in the camps over the past few years and the camps which are now in their 15th year are more popular than ever. This year the camps are on offer in 15 venues throughout Cork, Kerry and Tipperary.

There are only a few places left. Bookings can be made online on www.summercamp.ie or by ringing Marion on 022 51318, or dropping in to Niamh Barrett Computers, 160 West End, Mallow

The multi-activity technology camps are for children ages 7 – 13 years. At the camps as well as learning the basics children will [read more …] “Summer Computer Camps 2014”

Fr. Paddy O’Byrne Celebrates Mass at Tubrid on Thursday Evening

Blessed with superb weather Fr. Paddy O'Byrne celebrated Mass on this Thursday evening, 19th June 2014 on the occasion of the 54th anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood. Fr. Paddy very especially remembered his late brother, Bernie, recently deceased during the Mass. Bernie and the O'Byrne Family regard Tubrid Holy Well as one of the most tranquil and beautiful setting one could experience. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Blessed with superb weather Fr. Paddy O’Byrne celebrated Mass on this Thursday evening, 19th June 2014 on the occasion of the 54th anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood. Fr. Paddy very especially remembered his late brother, Bernie, recently deceased during the Mass. Bernie used to and the O’Byrne Family always regard Tubrid Holy Well as one of the most tranquil and beautiful settings one could experience. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

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No Limbs No Limits to be shown on RTÉ1 – TONIGHT

If you didn’t catch No Limbs No Limits Documentary/Film about Millstreet’s Joanne O’Riordan in the cinema’s – It’s on RTE 1 tonight at 10.15pm

No Limbs, No Limts | RTÉ One | Thursday 19th June | 10.15pm

For those that missed it tonight, it is available to view on the RTÉ Player for the next three weeks.

[read more …] “No Limbs No Limits to be shown on RTÉ1 – TONIGHT”

Surprise Hayfield Whirlwind at Mount Leader on Wednesday Evening

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Niall Murphy sent us this photo of the hay flying around up high which he took with his phone, that confirms the presence of a Mini Whirlwind at 16.28pm yesterday in Mount Leader – click the photo to see the detail.

To describe what occurred at Mount Leader, Millstreet on Wednesday, 18th June 2014 at 5pm approximately there is an excellent similar incident on YouTube  www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FSsSN2JJAw . But back to our very own Millstreet Whirlwind!  Below we feature a series of images in the aftermath of the Hayfield Whirlwind at Mount Leader off Clara Road.  Joe Roche and his dedicated co-workers witnessed the developing whirlwind which occurred in the field where they were baling hay – just at the rear of my own home.   Suddenly a surprise whirlwind lifted lots of hay which rose very high into the air and travelled over a number of houses in the direction of the K&L Complex depositing hay on driveways, roofs, gardens and roads.   Some of the residents who witnessed the brief occurrence found it utterly surprising and somewhat frightening.  Fortunately no harm was done but many people had to get the rakes and brushes to tidy up in its aftermath!  We met Mary Dempsey from Galway who works at Alps Electric Ireland and she also had hay evidence that the whirlwind also passed close to the Alps Complex.   So from the Funnel Cloud of some weeks past  (so splendidly photographed by Ola Cashman) to yesterday evening’s Hay Whirlwind one wonders what’s next?!   And now enjoy our recording of the rare occurrence even though nobody seems to have recorded the actual whirlwind …but we have the aftermath right down to when the hayfield with its many bales returned to its peaceful setting and we were treated to a truly superb sunset as we approach the longest day of the year on Saturday.  And we guess that at least enough hay for one bale or  more of hay travelled far from the field.  Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

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Why this Whirlwind should have happened  may be the result of the hottest day this year experienced on Wednesday and the unusual cloud formation at the time of the occurrence…perhaps.   Here are some more pictures of the event which caused much conversation in [read more …] “Surprise Hayfield Whirlwind at Mount Leader on Wednesday Evening”

Writing on the Butter Road

maryrussellWell known fiction / history / travel writer Mary Russell was on the John Murray Show on RTÉ Radio 1 this morning (june 18th), to describe her forthcoming walk from Millstreet to Rylane along the Butter Road, this coming Friday (June 20th). This is one of her walks along the old butter roads which brought the butter from Kerry to Cork for export. She plans to stop at the Kerryman’s Table. She likes to travel alone, but if you see her, ask her in for a cup of coffee!

Listen to the interview on the RTÉ Radio Player (from 45:45 to 51:03)

This may (or may not) be part of her research to for a new radio documentary on the butter roads of kerry & Cork (entitled: from [read more …] “Writing on the Butter Road”

Inspiring Tidy Towns Volunteers in Action During Summer 2014

Lots of wonderful activity by volunteers at the moment enhancing the Tidy Towns efforts during this excellent Summer weather. Supervalu Millstreet has sponsored lots of the very colourful flowers. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Lots of wonderful activity by Volunteers at the moment enhancing the Tidy Towns efforts during this excellent Summer weather. Supervalu Millstreet has sponsored lots of the very colourful flowers. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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Church Television Signal Now Successfully Restored

The much appreciated Church Television Signal (Channel 53 UHF) from St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet  which has not been operating over the past few days is now restored.  Sincere thanks to those who corrected the fault and have again provided such a valuable service to many people in the area.   We especially thank Hickey Communications, Cullen (029 – 79020) – John Hickey and John Joe Moriarty for accomplishing as always such a successful restoration of Signal.    (S.R.)

Eily’s Regional Report No. 1,222 – Tuesday, 17th June 2014

                                                                                                                                      Report  No.1222

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Dia is Muire daoibh go léir a cháirde and welcome to News Report 1222 from Millstreet .

Fondest Greetings dear listeners and I wish you all the very best on this beautiful warm sunny Tuesday morning.

Our Town has adopted what they call “the Millstreet StreetScape System”. Which means that in conjunction with Dulux Paint Company,a Colour scheme for the whole town has been drawn up. Paint being supplied at a reduced price by the makers and the scheme is sponsored by the Co. Council ,Our Community Council and the Town traders. They are asking every able-bodied member of our Community to come out and help with the painting.

A start was made last evening on the Wall of St Mary’s Cemetery on the approach road to the town.  Power washing is being done ahead of the painters.

This wonderful project must be completed in 25 days.

So please answer the call for help. [read more …] “Eily’s Regional Report No. 1,222 – Tuesday, 17th June 2014”

Conor Hartnett teaching Soccer in Rio de Janeiro

2014-06-10 Conor Hartnett with Carlao and kids at their concrete pitch in RioSays Conor: ‘‘FIFA is doing a great job taking the game away from the people.’’ Two years ago, Irish-born Conor had an epiphany. After finishing work as a business analyst at Westpac in Kent Street, Sydney, he needed to kill time before training with Balmain Old Boys, who play in the Canterbury league. He typed ‘‘round-the-world ticket’’ into Google and volunteering abroad came up. ‘‘Guys, I’m moving to Rio,’’ he told his teammates when he arrived at training that night.
Conor, 39, now partners with two organisations in Rio. IASESPE, with which he helps children aged between three and 14, and Carlao’s Football Project, which involves a hundred kids.
[read more …] “Conor Hartnett teaching Soccer in Rio de Janeiro”

Change of Schedule on Cork Music Station Tonight

The usual Tuesday night “Radio Treasures” which is normally broadcast from 9.30 to 11.00 pm will this week not be transmitted on Cork Music Station.  Instead T.T. Howard, dedicated D.J. on CMS will extend his very popular programme until 11.00 pm which features lots of superb Country-and-Western music as well as some great Irish selections.   It is hoped that “Radio Treasures” will resume next Tuesday at its usual 9.30 pm online radio slot.     (S.R.)

Liam Flynn’s Superb Church Flower Boxes 2014

Liam Flynn has again excelled in his exquisite outdoor flower box arrangements at St. Patrick's Church, Millstreet. Liam very kindly provides this valuable landscaping at the Church free of charge. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Liam Flynn has again excelled in his exquisite outdoor flower box arrangements at St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet. Liam very kindly provides this valuable landscaping at the Church free of charge. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

 

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Injury Curtails Another Good Performance by Mark

2014-06-15 Mark Ellis is helped off due to injury near the end of the Cork v Clare Munster Senior Hurling SemiFinalMark Ellis had another really good game at #6 for Cork hurlers yesterday against All Ireland Champions Clare in the Munster Semi-Final.

He didn’t seen as much on the ball as last week, but the amount of tracking he did of Clare runners through the middle of the defence was great to see, and it snuffed out one of Clare’s most dangerous tactics (which is how Clare took Cork apart last year). In fact he seemed to spend as much time behind his own full back line as out in his centre back position.

But two minutes from the end he was injured in a collision with Aidan Walsh as he was catching a ball. Thankfully the injury’s not too bad … in a press release this evening the County Board have said:

“Following assessment by the medical team, Mark Ellis has been diagnosed with [read more …] “Injury Curtails Another Good Performance by Mark”

Death Notice: Joan Daly (formerly of Dooneen)

Daly (nee O’Connell)(Mallow) on June 16th 2014 peacefully at Mallow General Hospital. Joan, Quartertown, Mallow and late of Dooneen, Millstreet, beloved wife of the late Denis, loving mother and best friend to Margaret (Holland) and Sheila (O’Gorman). Sadly missed by her daughters, sister Teresa, sons-in-law Neil and Brendan, grandchildren Karen, Brian and Alan, great-grandchildren Daniel and Caoimhe, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and kind neighbours in Quartertown over the years. May she rest in peace
Rosary on Monday evening at 9pm in O’Connell’s Funeral Home, St. James’ Avenue, Mallow. Lying in repose on Tuesday evening from 6.30pm to 8pm followed by removal to the Church of the Resurrection. Requiem Mass on Wednesday at 12 noon. Funeral afterwards to St. Gobnait’s Cemetery. [read more …] “Death Notice: Joan Daly (formerly of Dooneen)”

Millstreet Cúl Camp – Registration

Millstreet Cúl Camp runs from the 14th-18th July. Its a fun packed week catering for children between the ages of 6-13. Registration takes place Monday 16th from 7.30pm-8.30pm in the GAA Hall.​ Please have form completed before attending. Final date for registration is June 20th. Alternatively registration can be completed online at kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie

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Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps provide boys and girls – between the ages of 6 and 13 – with an action-packed and fun-filled week of activity during the summer holidays which revolves around maximising enjoyment and sustaining participant involvement in Gaelic Games

Activities are GAME – BASED – a strong emphasis is placed on [read more …] “Millstreet Cúl Camp – Registration”

The Rathcoole Ambush – June 16th 1921

2014-06-16 Monument at the site of the Rathcoole ambushOne of the largest ambushes of the War of Independence took place at Rathcoole, North Cork, situated between Millstreet and Banteer, on 16th. June 1921.

The railway line between Banteer and Millstreet had been cut in several places so the Auxiliary forces based at Millstreet had to travel to Banteer by road for their supplies a couple of times every week. Therefore, a combined force of 130 men were mobilised to attack the Auxiliaries as they returned from Banteer. The volunteers were from the Millstreet, Kanturk, Newmarket, Charleville and Mallow battalion columns in the second division area and were under the command of Paddy O’Brien from Liscarroll.

On the night before the ambush the I.R.A. volunteers slept at Rathcoole Wood, which overlooked the planned ambush position. Shortly after sunrise the following morning, Captain Dan Vaughan laid six landmines on the [read more …] “The Rathcoole Ambush – June 16th 1921”

Millstreet Streetscape Colour Scheme 2014

2014-06-15 Millstreet Street Scape 2014Millstreet Streetscape Colour Scheme 2014 is an organised co-ordinated paint scheme for Millstreet Town. The wall of St. Mary’s Graveyard was power washed yesterday and is ready to be painted. Tonight (Monday 16th) they will be power washing Church Street and Corkery’s Wall, Station Road. Starting at 6.30pm meeting in both places. Equipment will be supplied. Bring a change of cloths as showers and wash rooms will be provided in the recycling center after. All help would be greatly appreciated. Spread the word. They have 25 days to complete this project and make Millstreet look well.

see more on the new Millstreet Streetscape facebook page

Kite Fest 2014 Great Success at Millstreet Country Park

Blessed with glorious weather the Kite Fest in aid of Breakthrough Cancer Research which took place at MCP on Sunday was a tremendous success. Here we share the first four images of a full feature on the great event which we shall upload later in the week. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Blessed with glorious sunshine Kite Fest 2014 in aid of Breakthrough Cancer Research which took place at MCP on Sunday was a tremendous success. Here we share the first four images of a full feature on the great event which we shall upload later in the week. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

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Tony Breaks National Masters 800m Record

2014-06-15 Tony Kelleher runningA huge congrats to Tony Kelleher who yesterday broke the national over 45 record for 800m, with a time of 2:00.03, taking nearly two seconds off the old record, at the Munster Senior & Masters Track and Field Championships at the CIT track. Tony is originally from Minor Row, and is now an active member of Togher AC in Cork.

see more on Cork Running

Rebel Óg Finalists 2014 Presented with Their Medals

Pictured this evening with one of their dedicated Mentors, John Cashman - we just happened to meet three talented members of the Millstreet Team who had just received their medals having reached the Final in the Rebel Óg 2014 Football Competition. From left: Dylan Kelleher, Darragh Cashman and Omar Daly. Sincere congratulations to the excellent young sports people. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Pictured this evening with one of their dedicated Mentors, John Cashman – we just happened to meet three talented members of the Millstreet Team who had just received their medals having reached the Final in the Rebel Óg 2014 Football Competition. From left: Dylan Kelleher, Darragh Cashman and Omar Daly. Sincere congratulations to the excellent young sports people. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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Enthusiastic Millstreet Support for Sportsman Supreme Mark Ellis

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On a visit this evening to Old Coach Avenue and Old Coach Drive where Sportsman Supreme, Mark Ellis resides I met with some of his many enthusiastic neighbours who have shown their sincere support in the many Cork flags and signs displayed so colourfully. Mark's great influence on young sports people was also in evidence. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
On a visit this evening to Old Coach Avenue and Old Coach Drive where Sportsman Supreme, Mark Ellis resides I met with some of his many enthusiastic neighbours who have shown their sincere support in the many Cork flags and signs displayed so colourfully. Mark’s great influence on young sports people was also in evidence.  Many thanks to John O’Leary of Old Coach Drive for alerting us to the marvellous support setting.  Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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We wish Mark every success tomorrow in his very significant role as a member of the Cork Hurling Team.  Here we share further images from our visit this evening to that very picturesque Liscahane area of
[read more …] “Enthusiastic Millstreet Support for Sportsman Supreme Mark Ellis”