Generosity, heroism and industry abounded among students and teachers at Castleisland Community College as the early spirit of Christmas spread its charms and associated benefits over the past few weeks. It had students and teachers there participating in the annual Christmas Shoe Box Appeal for Team Hope earlier than ever this year. Students Instrumental in… Read more…
It’s all about pack and post with extra customer service at Hannons of Castleisland this Christmas. If you are looking for help with your Christmas shopping, Hannon’s have set up a ‘gift pack and post’ system and they have sourced the most wonderful quality gifts for ladies and gents at amazing prices. They have three… Read more…
The death has occurred of James ‘Jimmy’ Reidy, (77) Knocknagore, Castleisland, Co. Kerry and late of Desmond’s Avenue, Castleisland and Chicago, U.S.A. On November 27th 2019, peacefully after a short illness at University Hospital Kerry. Sadly missed by his loving brother Danny, nephew Willie, nieces Bríd and Liz, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and… Read more…
Kerry Sinn Féin TD Martin Ferris has called on the Minister for Health and the HSE to provide clarity surrounding the age and quality of ultrasound equipment used in the Maternity Unit at University Hospital Kerry. Expectant Mother’s Concerns Deputy Ferris made the calls having been contacted by a concerned, expectant mother who recently used… Read more…
In the 13th and last of our featured photographers from Castleisland Camera Club we publish the work of Fiona Hickey. Fiona joined Castleisland Camera Club in October 2017. She joined because she had a real interest in taking photographs and wanted to learn more about this fascinating hobby or occupation. The following is Fiona’s account… Read more…
North Kerry Championship – Drive Still On The drive is still on as Brosna managed a draw against the favourites Ballyduff on Sunday last. By: Mairéad Moriarty A strong Ballyduff side pulled ahead significantly in the first and second halves only for a dogged Brosna to work hard and smart to secure a draw. This… Read more…
The Gaming & Lotteries Bill 2019 is to go before Dáil Éireann in the coming days. Michael Healy Rae TD has issued a statement in which he expresses a belief that the bill will have a devastating effect on the game of bingo in Ireland. An Important Activity “Bingo is a very important activity in… Read more…
In the 12th and penultimate feature of the work of the members of Castleisland Camera Club we publish photographs by Anne Bergin. Anne joined Castleisland Camera Club in October 2017. Her story and her club history she laid out in the following: “My name is Anne Bergin and I work as an administrative… Read more…
The winner of the Split the Bucket draw held in Kearney’s Bar on Saturday, November 23rd was Hanna O’Sullivan making it three-in-a-row for Scart. Hanna won €1,158. The next draw will be held in Browne’s Bar on this Saturday 30th. How to Play Buckets and envelopes are available in pubs and shops throughout this and… Read more…
River Island Hotel Sunday Night 31 Cards Results The following are the results of the card game held in the River Island Hotel on Sunday night last. 1st.:Ann and Johnny McGillicuddy, Seamus McKenna and Jerry O’Donoghue. 2nd. : Geraldine and Denis O’Leary, Donie Cremins and Jeremiah Kerins. Ladies: Joan Cantillon and Mary McKenna, Kathleen O’Connor… Read more…
Generosity, heroism and industry abounded among students and teachers at Castleisland Community College as the early spirit of Christmas spread its charms and associated benefits over the past few weeks. It had students and teachers there participating in the annual Christmas Shoe Box Appeal for Team Hope earlier than ever this year. Students Instrumental in… Read more…
It’s all about pack and post with extra customer service at Hannons of Castleisland this Christmas. If you are looking for help with your Christmas shopping, Hannon’s have set up a ‘gift pack and post’ system and they have sourced the most wonderful quality gifts for ladies and gents at amazing prices. They have three… Read more…
The death has occurred of James ‘Jimmy’ Reidy, (77) Knocknagore, Castleisland, Co. Kerry and late of Desmond’s Avenue, Castleisland and Chicago, U.S.A. On November 27th 2019, peacefully after a short illness at University Hospital Kerry. Sadly missed by his loving brother Danny, nephew Willie, nieces Bríd and Liz, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and… Read more…
Kerry Sinn Féin TD Martin Ferris has called on the Minister for Health and the HSE to provide clarity surrounding the age and quality of ultrasound equipment used in the Maternity Unit at University Hospital Kerry. Expectant Mother’s Concerns Deputy Ferris made the calls having been contacted by a concerned, expectant mother who recently used… Read more…
In the 13th and last of our featured photographers from Castleisland Camera Club we publish the work of Fiona Hickey. Fiona joined Castleisland Camera Club in October 2017. She joined because she had a real interest in taking photographs and wanted to learn more about this fascinating hobby or occupation. The following is Fiona’s account… Read more…
North Kerry Championship – Drive Still On The drive is still on as Brosna managed a draw against the favourites Ballyduff on Sunday last. By: Mairéad Moriarty A strong Ballyduff side pulled ahead significantly in the first and second halves only for a dogged Brosna to work hard and smart to secure a draw. This… Read more…
The Gaming & Lotteries Bill 2019 is to go before Dáil Éireann in the coming days. Michael Healy Rae TD has issued a statement in which he expresses a belief that the bill will have a devastating effect on the game of bingo in Ireland. An Important Activity “Bingo is a very important activity in… Read more…
In the 12th and penultimate feature of the work of the members of Castleisland Camera Club we publish photographs by Anne Bergin. Anne joined Castleisland Camera Club in October 2017. Her story and her club history she laid out in the following: “My name is Anne Bergin and I work as an administrative… Read more…
The winner of the Split the Bucket draw held in Kearney’s Bar on Saturday, November 23rd was Hanna O’Sullivan making it three-in-a-row for Scart. Hanna won €1,158. The next draw will be held in Browne’s Bar on this Saturday 30th. How to Play Buckets and envelopes are available in pubs and shops throughout this and… Read more…
River Island Hotel Sunday Night 31 Cards Results The following are the results of the card game held in the River Island Hotel on Sunday night last. 1st.:Ann and Johnny McGillicuddy, Seamus McKenna and Jerry O’Donoghue. 2nd. : Geraldine and Denis O’Leary, Donie Cremins and Jeremiah Kerins. Ladies: Joan Cantillon and Mary McKenna, Kathleen O’Connor… Read more…
