The revived Castleisland Races on Wednesday triumphed over weather conditions that were, to say the least, discouraging. But the energetic members of the new committee resolutely refused to be discouraged, in spite of the rain, a lack of co-operation on the part of some horse owners, and the almost liquid conditions underfoot. By: Patrick W.…
The winner of the Castleisland RFC Split the Bucket draw, held in Browne’s Bar on Saturday February 15th was, Marguerite Howard, Currow. Marguerite won €1,134. The next draw will take place in the Halfway Bar, Ballymacelligott on Saturday February 22nd. In the previous Saturday night’s draw at Kearney’s Bar, Vincent Murphy, Killarney Road won €1,193.…
The winner of the Split the Bucket draw held in Kearney’s Bar on Saturday 8th February was Vincent Murphy. Vincent won €1,193. The next draw will be held in Browne’s Bar on Saturday 15th. Go n-éirí go geal le gach éinne. How To Play Buckets and envelopes are available in pubs and shops throughout Castleisland…
Kerry Ladies Gaelic Football Association is literally going to the dogs. On the 25th of May both club and county have joined forces to create a unique fundraiser at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium for the betterment of ladies football in Kerry. Vincent Murphy Sports as Sponsor Meanwhile, Kerry LGFA welcomed Vincent Murphy Sports, Killarney…
The annual general meeting of Castleisland Race Committee was held last week. The following officers were elected: Presidents: Vincent Murphy, Jim Lordan and Jimmy Kearney. Chairman: Charlie Farrelly; Vice Chairman, Ted Kenny; Secretary, Kay Reidy; Assistant Secretary, Martina O’Mahony; Public Relations Officer, Pat Hartnett; Treasurers: Ronan Burke and John Ryan. Executive Committee Executive committee members:…
Browne’s Home, Agri and Builders’ Providers main store was packed on Thursday afternoon with regular customers who all had an interest in the annual draw. A huge table of spot prizes meant that nearly everyone in the audience got one or other of the quality goods on offer. High fielding was a plus early on…
Maybe the wheels of officialdom grind slowly. But grind they do. After a crucial signpost in the Latin Quarter got a slap of a trailer on St. Patrick’s Day it remained in a listing position ever since. While it was left leaning towards the directions it was designed to point to, it was at an…
The annual general meeting of Castleisland Horse and Pony Races Committee was held on Friday night. This year the beneficiaries will be Castleisland Social Club Senior Citizens €500; St. Ita’s and St. Joseph’s School, Tralee, €500 and the main beneficiary will the newly formed Castleisland Graveyard Committee which will look after the upkeep and maintenance…
