As part of ongoing investigations targeting the sale and supply of drugs and related criminal activity, Gardaí from the Kerry Divisional Drug Unit, supported by the Armed Support Unit and other local units, conducted a day of action in the Castleisland area of County Kerry on Tuesday. The statement from the Phoenix Park based Garda…
In St. Patrick’s Secondary School a number of students are competing in a range of sports outside of football, soccer, basketball and rugby. One such sport where students are achieving national success is in Taekwondo. This is a martial art which involves acrobatic kicks and punches. Like all martial arts, Taekwondo isn’t just combat —…
Bhí teacht le Chéile speisialta ag an ngrúpa Cúpla focal ‘s Cúpan Tae ar an Máirt so caite nuair a bhronnadh comórtha omóis so Éamonn Ó Braoin a bhí ag eirí as mar cheannaire don grúpa thart ar fiche blian. Bhí an-oíche go due acu. Tráth na gCeist, amhránaíocht, tae agus caife agus gach saghas…
Christmas will be launched in Castleisland on this Friday, December 6th with blessings, bells and whistles and in association with Castleisland Chamber Alliance. The blessing of the crib at The Fountain by Fr. Mossie Brick is planned for 3pm followed up with carol singing by the local primary sschools. At 3.20pm the ceremonial switching on…
Comhairle Contae Chiarraí / Kerry County Council / Bóithre A Ndúnadh Go Sealadach /Temporary Closing Of Roads / Alt 75 D’acht Na Mbóithre 1993 / Section 75 Of Roads Act 1993 Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 75 of the Roads Act 1993 and the Temporary Closing of Roads Regulations 1994, Kerry County…
There was a time in the days gone by (the opening line of a 1970s Vicky Leandros Eurovision winning song) when people would heckle the daylights out of politicians as they tried to get their message across. One such incident lodged itself in the folklore of Castleisland’s long and chequered associations with political discourse. The…
The death has occurred of Billy O’ Leary, Carker, Scartaglen, Co. Kerry Predeceased by his parents Neily and Ellen, brothers Corneilus, Timothy, Andrew, Brendan and Seán and his sister Ann. Deeply regretted by his sisters Noreen, Phil, Carmel and Eileen, brother Anthony, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest…
The final tally figures from the general election count centre in Killarney had Independent Michael Healy-Rae romping to the top of the poll with an estimated 18,489 first preference votes earlier today. His has increased his showing by over 1,500 since the 2020 election and he will again be one of the top vote winners…
Great News: A Playground for Brosna Wonderful news. Planning permission has been granted for a playground in the village. A wonderful amenity that will give a safe and focused place for our young citizens to learn important skills like communication, cooperation, balance, curiosity, bravery, self-confidence and achievement while all the time moving their bodies in…
Every now and then the group known as the River Island Hotel Card Players nominate a cheque presentation night when their fund is topped up sufficiently to make meaningful contributions to a range of local charities. Last Sunday night was one of those occasions and the card players presented cheques of €1,000 to the following…
Cancer support charity, Recovery Haven Kerry, has just released its very own eight-part podcast series which has just been uploaded to Spotify and Apple Play. Recorded and produced by Pa Lynch of Tralee-based Longwave Audio, and sponsored by Gilroy’s Green Energy LTD, the new podcast series is hosted by the charity’s client services coordinator, Siobhan…
In St. Patrick’s Secondary School the annual Christmas drama production is a key event in the school calendar. This year the production is called the ‘The Greatest Show’ and will be take place on December 12th and 13th in the Nano Nagle Hall, Scoil Mhuire Gan Smál, Castleisland. Preparations for this production begun all the…
The death has occurred of Francis Flynn, Carker, Scartaglen and Kilcummin Late of Knockmanaugh, Kilcummin. Pre-deceased by his parents Jack and Maggie, sisters Nora, Mai and Theresa, and brothers Paddy, Seán and Neilus. Deeply regretted by his loving family; his sister Joan Sheehan, Castlemaine, brother Dan in the USA, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours…
The crafters at the An Ríocht AC based Oileain Beo / St. John of God, Castleisland are preparing to hold a Christmas market and sale of their produce. This will be by way of a ‘Pop-up Shop’ in the NEWKD building on Main Street from 11am to 1pm on Friday, December 6th. They will be…
With great anticipation and more, Knocknagoshel woman Tina Curtin launched her first book Am I Just Codding Myself ? in Browne’s Bar here in Castleisland on Saturday night. It as a very local affair as the printing was done back Tralee Road by Walsh Colour Print and a swarm of family and friends gathered and…
Cara Credit Union is inviting all members to its annual general meeting on Monday, December 9th at 8pm at The Rose Hotel, Tralee. The Credit Union encourages all members to attend and participate in this important event. The AGM is a valuable opportunity to review the past year’s achievements, discuss future plans, and engage with…
The students and staff of Presentation Secondary School, Castleisland have come together once again to make Christmas a little brighter for children in developing countries through their Christmas Shoe-box Appeal. This year, with the incredible generosity of the school community, over eighty boxes were filled with toys, treats and essential items. These boxes will be…
Last week’s Castleisland RFC Split the Bucket winner Aileen McCarthy, Castleisland collected her €601 winnings from Jackie Reidy at his menswear and newsagents shop Main Street. Last Saturday’s draw was in Shoemaker’s Bar where the host Steve picked out the ticket of the current winners, Darragh and Alana Kelly from Currow they won €610. The…
Muire Gan Smál Preschool and Primary School is delighted to welcome prospective families to its Open Morning on Friday, December 6th, at 9am. All are invited to experience the warm, welcoming atmosphere that defines the school community. The event will provide an excellent opportunity for parents and guardians to discover all that the school has…
Knocknagoshel life coach, Tina Curtin asked so many questions of herself in the planning of her first book that she actually came up with its title in the course of this critical self analysis. The book, Am I Just Codding Myself ? is a personal reflection about life’s trials and tribulations told through short stories…
Spare a thought for our neighbours across the Co. Limerick border this morning as homes and the local GAA club have been flooded in Abbeyfeale overnight. The worst of the flooding is reported to be in the Shanbally area of the town where some homes, the nd the River Feale are close and immediate neighbours.…
Mass For The Dead On this Friday, November 22nd at 7pm the Mass for the Dead will take place in Brosna Church. This Mass is for anyone who has lost a family member or friend over the past year. Come and join with your neighbours in celebrating the lives of those who have gone before…
River Island Hotel Sunday Night Cards Results The following are the results from the card game at the River Island Hotel on Sunday night. First: Mary Barrett and Timmy Brosnan, Johnny O’Connell and Richie Walsh, Andy O’Connor and Mike O’Connell. Ladies: Gabe O’Sullivan and Margaret Downey. Gents: Jeremiah Kerins and Connie Keane, Neilie Shanahan and…
The death has occurred of Josie ‘Bridget’ Fallon, Scart, Knocknagoshel, Co. Kerry. Josie passed away peacefully on November 20th. 2024 in the compassionate care of the staff in Ardagh Ward, University Hospital Kerry. Predeceased by her husband, Des and her sister Eileen, her brother-in law Stephen and sister-in law Mary. Josie will be remembered with…
The death has occurred of Valerie O’Sullivan née Prendiville, late of Rosewood Drive, Mount Pleasant, Waterford City and formerly of 123 Main Street, Castleisland, Co. Kerry. Valerie passed peacefully in University Hospital Waterford surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, November 19th 2024 RIP. She is predeceased by her beloved parents Tadhg and Patty. Valerie…
At one of the recent An Ríocht 50/50 draws, which took place at The Forge, Mary Horan, Castleisland was present to collect her winning cheque for €820. Mary’s ticket had been draw from the drum on the previous week. In turn, Mary dipped in and found the winning ticket for that week and it belonged…
Snow drifts and reflections on a shed window and a light on within creating whatever the imagination wishes to make of it on this snow blessed morning. ©Photograph: John Reidy 21-11-2024 I think many people got a bit of a suck-in this morning by the colour of the ground and the roofs of houses around…
Former international race walker Pat Murphy wants to genuinely thank all the people who supported his fundraiser for their kind and generous donation to his GoFundMe page and fundraiser. Pat was hit with a life altering stroke on May Day 2023 and he has faced up to the challenge with a courage that typifies his…
The Kerry Branch of Gamblers Anonymous would like to bring to your attention to an open meeting on gambling problems this Wednesday night, November 20th at 8pm at the River Island Hotel, Castleisland. Gambling problems can happen to anyone from any walk of life and a spokesman for the organising group said that the problem…
Castleisland Rugby Club under-age coach Derry Murphy (right) collected his €603 Split the Bucket winnings from club president Matt Keane at Hughes’ Bar in Cordal during Saturday night’s draw. Last week’s Castleisland RFC Split the Bucket winner Derry Murphy, an underage coach with the club, collected his €603 winnings from club president Matt Keane at…
