GAA Round Up – Munster Champions We have some Munster Champions living in our midst. Congrats to Finbarr Lane, Seanie O’Sullivan, Darragh Cahill, Darragh Barrett and Michael Collins. These conquering heroes were a critical part of the triumphant Colaiste Ide agus Iosef team who took top honours in Pairc Ui Chaoimh last week. It’s no…
The death has occurred of Jimmy Boyle, Leaha, Scartaglen, Co. Kerry. Jimmy passed away peacefully at his home on December 18th 2024, surrounded by his heartbroken wife Eileen O’Connor, his daughters: Betty Joyce, Ballybunion and Norma O’Connor, Cordal and his sons-in-law Billy and George. Predeceased by his parents Tom and Lizzie and his brother-in-law Connie…
On Wednesday, December 18th, Muire Gan Smál came alive with the festive spirit as the school hosted its highly anticipated Christmas plays. Each class delivered a unique and delightful performance, showcasing an incredible range of talent and creativity from the students. The event, held in the school hall, was a heartwarming celebration of the holiday…
The first year students of Presentation Secondary School linked up with Carepack – a heartwarming campaign aimed at connecting residents in nursing homes across Ireland. Through the power of giving, Carepack has created a ripple effect of goodwill and joy during the Christmas Season. The students crafted personalized Christmas cards with festive greetings and sent…
Castleisland Parish Church 2024 Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24th: 7pm Children’s Mass and at 12 Midnight Mass. Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25th in Castleisland: 11.30am Mass Cordal Church 2024 Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24th: 7pm Mass. Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25th: 9am Mass. Scartaglen Church 2024 Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24th: 8.30pm Mass Christmas Day,…
Maybe not in so many words, but most certainly in his own inimitable style of delivery, Castleisland PP Fr. Mossie Brick said that the Castleisland Parish Choir presented the best possible case for people in the locality to join them as they enjoyed themselves and smiled their way through Sunday evening’s concert programme in the…
An Ríocht Athletic Club’s weekly 50/50 draw took place at Costello’s Shoe Shop on Friday. Denis Brosnan presented Catherine Hickey with her cheque for €606 which she won the previous week. Mary Costello pulled out the winning ticket and Norrie O’Connor, Brosna and Ann Boyle, Scartaglen won €610. They were presented with their cheque by…
St. Patrick’s Secondary School ran four shows on the 12th and 13th of December with a huge production aptly named The Greatest Show. It was staged over two matinees and two evening shows with an audience estimated to be in the region of 1200 over the two days. All four shows were sell out…
This memory teaser / tester of a photograph was sent in during the week with a request that it would go on the site. The person who sent it in wishes to remain nameless – but he doesn’t want the same applied to the subjects of this great photograph of so much a part of…
Denis Brosnan has asked that everyone in the parish and beyond is made aware that the annual Goal Mile takes place at An Riocht Athletic Track on Christmas Morning from 10:30am to 12:30pm. “This is our 30th Christmas morning Goal Mile in Castleisland but unfortunately the need for it is greater than ever,” said Denis.…
Former Castleisland publican, singer and composer of songs, Pat Moriarty is looking forward to meeting old friends and former customers of The Greyhound Bar when he performs at the Castleisland Community Museum – beside Tom McCarthy’s Bar on Main Street – on this Thursday night from 8pm to 9:30pm. Singers welcome to attend and perform.…
The 2024 and annual Headley’s Bridge Crib charity fundraiser is open for donations since early last week. Operated by Eileen and Thomas O’Connor beside their home, ‘The ‘Crib at The Bridge’ has been a feature of Christmas life in the Knocknagoshel area since 2012 and it even operated with an increased profit during the dark…
The death has occurred of Timmy O’Connor, accordion player, Tureendarby, Newmarket, on December 14th, 2024. Peacefully at University Hospital Kerry, Tralee, surrounded by his family, Timmy is predeceased by his mother Julia, father Tim, brothers Dan and Bill, and sister Joan. Deeply mourned and will be sadly missed by his sister Sheila Barry, brother-in-law Jim…
The family of the late Aidan Daly will hold their third annual tractor memorial run in his honour and memory in Currow Village on the Sunday after Christmas on December 29th. Registration will be done in Killeentierna Community Centre from 11 am and the run will start at 1pm sharp. This year’s event is in…
The death has occurred of Kevin Dillon, retired Garda Siochána, The Gables, Dooneen, Castleisland, Co. Kerry and formerly of Athea Co. Limerick. Peacefully at home on December 13th 2024 in the presence and care of his loving family. Predeceased by his wife Lilian . Sadly missed by his loving sons Niall, Paul, Kenneth, Barry and…
Members of the Castleisland and District Branch of the Kerry Hospice Foundation will hold a collection on this Saturday, December 14th at the Aldi Supermarket in Castleisland. “Thanks to the management of the Aldi store for their generosity in allocating this venue and time to us. We are asking the public to support this very…
Kerry Diocesan Youth Services (KDYS) which has a Castleisland branch in the former Paddy Hussey’s Bar in the Latin Quarter, has changed its name to Kerry Community Youth Services (KCYS). The change aims to reflect the national campaign ‘Youth Work for All’ which seeks recognition of all young people’s right to local and accessible youth…
The year 2024 has been an incredible one for Castleisland Desmonds GAA Club, both on and off the field. The club’s underage boys’ and girls’ teams have shown outstanding talent, achieving success across numerous league and championship competitions. The senior men’s team reached the North Kerry final, which will took place on December 1. And…
River Island Hotel Cards Results The following are the results from the card game at the River Island Hotel on Sunday night. First: Maureen Fitzgerald and John O’Sullivan. Second: John deLacey and Johnny Healy. Ladies: Hannah Curtin and Mary McGaley, Mairéad Nolan and Teresa Lenihan. Gents: Moss Horan and Connie Keane, Dan Buckley and Tom…
Though Storm Darragh caused havoc around the county on Friday its biggest impact on Castleisland was the forced cancellation of the annual blessing of the crib at the fountain and the official switching on of the town’s lights. It was a very different story on Monday. Different weather – a totally different feeling about the…
Sliabh Luachra Active Retired Network held its Christmas Party in the River Island Hotel recently and over 155 people attended. The attendance was drawn from the greater Castleisland area and they enjoyed a three course meal followed by an afternoon of music by the Singing Jarvey. The Network, established in 2006, is committed to providing…
A splendid Christmas welcome greeted the 1969 to 1974 past-pupils of St. Joseph’s Secondary School, Castleisland at the River Island Hotel for their 50th school reunion recently. The occasion was a culmination of a year’s work by class members: Nora Drumm, Sheila Brosnan, Julie O’Connor, Brid Daly and Bridget O’Connor. Nora, Sheila and Julie got…
There was an old saying around here – a very old saying which was so much in vogue before the plague of political correctness came upon us. But it had the advantage of getting straight to the point with no room for ambiguity for those at either end of the delivery. With the application of…
The death has occurred of Pat Fleming, Countess Grove, Killarney, Co Kerry and formerly of Glounlea, Currow, Co. Kerry. Pat died peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his wife Mary and daughter Marguerite and brother Jimmy. Deeply regretted by his sons John, Timmie, daughters Louise, Noreen and Trish, sisters Eileen, Noreen…
Local man Mark Lenihan was last weekend’s Castleisland RFC Split the Bucket winner of €601. The draw, from which Mark’s lucky entry emerged was held at the Half Way Bar in Ballymacelligott on November 30th. The most recent draw on Saturday last was held at Green Door Restaurant where host Jerry O’Rourke dipped into the…
The newly formed Castleisland Community Choir will visit Castleisland Community Museum on Thursday night, December 12th from 8:15 for a performance of hymns and songs from their broad repertoire. Because of the season that’s in it there will, of course, be a selection of Christmas favourites. This is a free event and tea / coffee…
After a turbulent few days on the weather front with rain and strong winds dominating conversations, it seems that we can look forward to a more stable week ahead. Today was a typical bleak mid winder’s day but there’s better to come. Have a read of the Met Éireann forecast here: Tonight Early tonight, fresh…
Former Manchester United Soccer Player to Guest at Padre Pio Devotions in Castleisland The Castleisland based Padre Pio December Devotions will be held on Tuesday, December 10th at 7.30pm. Saint Padre Pio’s healing glove will be available for blessings on the night. The special intentions box, which is always available for petitions from members of…
Janet O’Sullivan Harkin sent a note to convey ‘a huge thank you’ on behalf of her sister and Scartaglen based musician, Catriona O’Sullivan and members of the family of the late Betty O’Connell Catriona and her friends organised a céilí in the late Betty O’Connell’s memory in Fossa in October from which a final figure…
Last week’s Castleisland RFC Split the Bucket winners Darragh and Alanna Kelly collected their winnings of €610 from John Riordan at the Half Way Bar in Ballymacelligott. Draw host Thomas McQuinn picked out this week’s winner Mark Lenihan for €601. Next draw is at the Green. Door on Saturday evening around 4:30pm. How to Play…
