“We’re thrilled to announce that five talented students from Presentation Secondary School, Castleisland have been short-listed for a prestigious Listowel Writers’ Week writing competition.” The opening line is an unambiguous statement of fact, congratulations and delight from the school. Students: Barbaro Dolata, Dara Kieper, Lucrezia Di Sciascio, Cornelia Mangan and Mairéad Walsh have earned recognition…
Cordal man D.J.Fealey and his Listowel girlfriend, Ava Holly are taking on a ‘daretobebrave’ challenge by abseiling off Croke Park’s Hogan Stand on Saturday, April 20th in aid of Children’s Health Ireland. “I suppose I brought D.J. into this world of Children’s Health Ireland after being an ongoing patient of Crumlin Children’s Hospital for over…
When the month of September comes around, members of the farming community and rural dwellers in general look forward to a less hectic daily schedule and maybe a little rest and relaxation at some of their favourite pastimes. The GAA All-Ireland finals have been moved to mid-summer, which makes them a bit inconvenient for busy…
The death has occurred of Gertie Murphy, née Kennelly, St. Rita’s, Limerick Road, Castleisland, Co. Kerry and formerly of Listowel and St. Joseph’s Secondary School, Abbeyfeale. Peacefully on September 17th 2023 in the presence of her loving family in the wonderful care of the Palliative Care Team at University Hospital Kerry. Beloved wife of the recently deceased Timothy…
In the catalogue of Irish dance music there’s a rince foirne or team dance titled ‘The Walls of Limerick’ and you’d want a fair number of people to execute it properly – a bit like the Siege of Ennis – so beloved of wedding parties and socials and that class of fling. In recent days…
The death has occurred of Mai Keane, nee Cronin, Carrigcannon, Lyreacrompane, Listowel, Co. Kerry. Peacefully, on November, 25th 2022, in the presence of her loving family, in the excellent care of the Palliative Care Team at University Hospital Kerry. Sadly missed by her loving husband Sean, her family: Ann, Marie, Tim, Tricia, Kieran, Mark and…
Kerry College of Further Education and Training will host information events on Wednesday, August 31st from 3pm to 7pm, taking place at the Clash Road Campus, Tralee, V92 Y991 and at the brand new campus in Clieveragh Business Park, Listowel, V31 PC79. Courses and Apprenticeship This is a free meet-and-greet event, where the public can…
The death has occurred of Kay ‘Kathleen’ Boylan née McAuliffe of Coonagh, Limerick and formerly Colbert St., Listowel, Co. Kerry, died peacefully in Milford Hospice on 27th January 2022. Sadly missed by her husband Joe, daughter Marie, sisters Maura and Bernie, brother-in-law Eamonn, nephews Eamonn, Tom and Pádraig, extended family and many friends. Regular Visitor…
The death has occurred of Jackie McGillicuddy, William Street and Cahirdown, Listowel, Co. Kerry. The Castleisland native died peacefully, on September 13th, 2021, at Willow Brooke Care Centre in the town of his birth. Beloved father of the late Owen. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his family, Mary, Sean and Sarah, granddaughter Emeline, sisters…
The death has occurred of Maurice ‘Mossie’ Brosnan, Listowel Road, Ballybunion, Co. Kerry. Maurice, affectionately known all his long life as Mossie, was a former bakery owner, hackney operator and proud member of Ballybunion Fire Service. Mossie is predeceased by his wife, Joan and daughter, Eileen. Mossie will be sadly missed by his loving family,…
