The Late William ‘Billy’ O’Sullivan, Castleisland and Brosna, Co. Kerry

The Late William ‘Billy’ O’Sullivan, Castleisland and Brosna, Co. Kerry

The death has occurred of William Billy O’Sullivan, 58 An Caisleáin Mór, Castleisland, Co. Kerry and formerly of The Cross, Brosna and Kilmanihan, Brosna. Peacefully on August 8th 2023 ,after a short illness, in the presence of his loving family in the wonderful care of the Palliative Care Team at University Hospital Kerry. Predeceased by his wife…

A Range of Classes on Offer at Family Resource Centre

A Range of Classes on Offer at Family Resource Centre

Castleisland Family Resource Centre is offering a range of courses commencing over the next few weeks and is inviting interested persons to sign up.   Cookery for men commences on Thursday, January 12th. and will run for six consecutive Thursdays from 1.30 – 3.30pm and will be delivered by Kerry ETB tutor Maxine Browne.  Cookery…

Recovery Haven Cancer Thrive and Survive Programme at Castleisland Family Centre

Recovery Haven Cancer Thrive and Survive Programme at Castleisland Family Centre

Recovery Haven Kerry Cancer Support House has announced that its team will bring a six-week programme, Cancer Thrive and Survive, to the Family Resource Centre, Church Street, Castleisland from this Wednesday, November 9th. from 10.30am-1pm. “This free programme offers participants a sense of confidence and a chance to learn self-management skills when moving on from…

The Late Cathal Horan, O’Connell Demesne, Limerick Road, Castleisland, Co. Kerry

The Late Cathal Horan, O’Connell Demesne, Limerick Road, Castleisland, Co. Kerry

The death has occurred of Cathal Horan, O’Connell Demesne, Limerick Road, Castleisland, Co. Kerry. Cathal passed away peacefully on July 23rd. 2022, after a short illness, in the wonderful care of the doctors, nurses and staff of the Bon Secours Hospital Tralee. Beloved son of the late Charles and Kitty. Sadly missed and fondly remembered…

Christina ‘Ina’ O’Sullivan, née Moriarty, An Caisleáin Mór, Castleisland and Brosna, Co. Kerry

Christina ‘Ina’ O’Sullivan, née Moriarty, An Caisleáin Mór, Castleisland and Brosna, Co. Kerry

The death has occurred of Christina ‘Ina’ O’Sullivan, nee Moriarty, 58 An Caisleáin Mór, Castleisland and formerly of The Cross, Brosna, Co. Kerry. Peacefully, on December 2nd 2021, at University Hospital Kerry. Sadly missed by her husband Billy, daughter Helen, sons Maurice, Martin, Billy and Mike, her adored grandchildren, brother Frank, sister Teresa, nephews, nieces,…

Bright Beginnings – Culture, Practice and Pedagogy

Bright Beginnings – Culture, Practice and Pedagogy

In March 2009 Bright Beginnings Preschool officially opened its doors. The preschool, which is located at Castleisland Family Resource Centre on Church Street, focuses on providing quality early intervention in small local group settings while providing encouragement for social inclusion and support for all families. (Advertorial) In 2012 the work of the centre was recognised…

The Late Michael ‘Butty’ Sugrue, Castleisland and Glenealy, Co. Wicklow

The Late Michael ‘Butty’ Sugrue, Castleisland and Glenealy, Co. Wicklow

The death has occurred of Michael ‘Butty’ Sugrue, 10 St. Stephen’s Park, Castleisland, Co. Kerry and Glenealy, Co. Wicklow. Unexpectedly, on May 29th 2020. Predeceased by his parents Michael and Hannah, his sisters Kathleen, Hilary and Mary Geraldine and his brother Pa. Sadly missed by his heartbroken partner Marie O’Toole, Emmet, brothers: Eddie, Denis, Joe,…

Fun-Filled Tea-Day Yields €760 To Date

Fun-Filled Tea-Day Yields €760 To Date

A day filled with tea, coffee, friends and laughter has thus far raised €760 for the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland. The Alzheimer’s Tea-Day was hosted by Liz Galwey on Thursday, May 1, in Church Street, Castleisland and her trainee journalist daughter, Amber kept tabs on the day while helping to raise funds for the cause.…