A Covid-19 dictated small gathering marked the 99th anniversary of the deaths of Richard Shanahan, Jack Prendiville and Jack Flynn who died in battle with the crown forces during a War of Independence shoot-out in Castleisland on July 10th 1921. “Due to the current restrictions this year’s event was a low key one but all…
The people of Cahereen Heights here in Castleisland would appear to have a monopoly on being cared for and loved by their friends and neighbours in these surreal mornings, noons and nights. On Easter Sunday morning their neighbours, Cllr. Charlie Farrelly and his partner, Martina along with Pat Hartnett distributed Easter eggs and cards to…
Castleisland Positive Mental Health Week will run all the coming week from Monday, October 9th. to Saturday, October 14th. Kerry Mental Health Committee member, Kate Shanahan explained what people can expect from the week and its free courses at various locations throughout the town from Monday to Saturday. “We’re bringing a big programme here to…
The Second Chance Charity Shop on Main Street, Castleisland is dedicated to increasing awareness of mental health issues and promoting positive mental health for everyone. Originally the brainchild of two local ladies, second chance has now become an established presence on Castleisland’s Main Street and, is in its fourth successful year of trading. All the…
An Riocht Athletic Club’s Christmas Special, Snowed In will take place on December 2nd and 3rd 2016. This event was snowed in last year as families thronged to meet Santa, his elves and helpers in his extremely accommodating grotto. As part of the Snowed In festival last year the organisers also held a craft and…
Applications closed at the end of April for the annual Connect Kerry Women in Business Awards. The awards ceremony and presentations will take place at a black tie gala ceremony on Friday, June 10th in Ballyroe Heights Hotel, Tralee. The event is organized by Margaret Kissane, publisher and editor of Kerry’s only monthly lifestyle glossy…
