As part of Castleisland Tidy Towns’ ongoing commitment to biodiversity, a native tree planting project was recently carried out in the Town Park to celebrate National Tree Week. “This initiative forms a key element of our wider biodiversity plan, aiming to enhance local habitats and support native wildlife,” said project coordinator, Shane McAuliffe. The planting… Read more…
A statement by Minister for Children, Disability, Equality and Kerry TD Norma Foley on the passing of Mick O’Dwyer. “I am very saddened to learn of the passing of the legendary Mick O’ Dwyer, RIP. Heartfelt sympathy to his family. “A giant of Gaelic football both as player and manager bringing honour, reward and distinction… Read more…
A local lady lost a silver link bracelet of great sentimental attachment and value on Castleisland’s Main Street on Wednesday and she’s appealing for its return. She believes that she lost the bracelet between Costello’s Shoe shop and Moloney’s Cake Shop. The attached photograph is actually of the lost bracelet. Anyone who may have found… Read more…
Whatever becomes of us and our economy after tonight’s announcement on tariffs from the Trump White House administration in America there’s something we can strike back with. We can tell Mr. Trump and he can tell Mr. Musk that we have been one of the most enthusiastic importers of Americanisms he’s likely to find anywhere… Read more…
“Join us for an unforgettable Film Awards Night at the Great Southern Hotel, Killarney, on Sunday, night April 13th, and help support our school fundraiser! said Presentation Castleisland Principal Pierce Dargan. For just €40, your ticket includes: entry to the event; event booklet; raffle entry see prize list on the red poster. Your ticket number… Read more…
Kerry Education and Training Board (ETB) held its annual awards which acknowledges students from all eight Kerry ETB schools for their academic excellence, outstanding character, participation in school life and sporting achievements. These awards reflect the hard work, commitment and perseverance that each recipient has demonstrated. There were eight students who received the prestigious gold… Read more…
Chloe Scollard collected her grand-dad, John Scollard’s Castleisland RFC Split he Bucket winnings of €626 in The Fountain Bar during Saturday night’s draw. Club member John Riordan made the presentation. Chloe then dipped into the draw drum and picked out this week’s lucky winner, Marie Keane from Currow. Marie won €621 and she’ll collect her… Read more…
An Ríocht 50/50 Draw took place at The Country Market on Friday last. The previous weeks winner, Annie Smyth had her cheque posted to her as she is from County Armagh. Annie was passing through Castleisland for the Kerry v Armagh game and bought a ticket. She is returning for The Patrick O’Keeffe Traditional Music… Read more…
After a long campaign which began last November 11th and during which they endured some dog rough weather, the boys are back in town with the new water mains. The Uisce Éireann team members and their civil works partners, Ward and Burke Construction Ltd began their pipe replacement work at Ballymacadam on the Brosna Road… Read more…
The death has occurred of Adrian Scanlon, Greenvalley House, Ballymacdonnell, Currans, Farranfore, Co. Kerry and Cragg Currans. Peacefully at home in his sleep on March 29th 2025. Sadly missed by his loving fiancée Aoife, his adored son Seán, his heartbroken parents James and Mary , brother Séamus, sisters Noreen , Mary Ellen and Noelle, brothers-in-law… Read more…
As part of Castleisland Tidy Towns’ ongoing commitment to biodiversity, a native tree planting project was recently carried out in the Town Park to celebrate National Tree Week. “This initiative forms a key element of our wider biodiversity plan, aiming to enhance local habitats and support native wildlife,” said project coordinator, Shane McAuliffe. The planting… Read more…
A statement by Minister for Children, Disability, Equality and Kerry TD Norma Foley on the passing of Mick O’Dwyer. “I am very saddened to learn of the passing of the legendary Mick O’ Dwyer, RIP. Heartfelt sympathy to his family. “A giant of Gaelic football both as player and manager bringing honour, reward and distinction… Read more…
A local lady lost a silver link bracelet of great sentimental attachment and value on Castleisland’s Main Street on Wednesday and she’s appealing for its return. She believes that she lost the bracelet between Costello’s Shoe shop and Moloney’s Cake Shop. The attached photograph is actually of the lost bracelet. Anyone who may have found… Read more…
Whatever becomes of us and our economy after tonight’s announcement on tariffs from the Trump White House administration in America there’s something we can strike back with. We can tell Mr. Trump and he can tell Mr. Musk that we have been one of the most enthusiastic importers of Americanisms he’s likely to find anywhere… Read more…
“Join us for an unforgettable Film Awards Night at the Great Southern Hotel, Killarney, on Sunday, night April 13th, and help support our school fundraiser! said Presentation Castleisland Principal Pierce Dargan. For just €40, your ticket includes: entry to the event; event booklet; raffle entry see prize list on the red poster. Your ticket number… Read more…
Kerry Education and Training Board (ETB) held its annual awards which acknowledges students from all eight Kerry ETB schools for their academic excellence, outstanding character, participation in school life and sporting achievements. These awards reflect the hard work, commitment and perseverance that each recipient has demonstrated. There were eight students who received the prestigious gold… Read more…
Chloe Scollard collected her grand-dad, John Scollard’s Castleisland RFC Split he Bucket winnings of €626 in The Fountain Bar during Saturday night’s draw. Club member John Riordan made the presentation. Chloe then dipped into the draw drum and picked out this week’s lucky winner, Marie Keane from Currow. Marie won €621 and she’ll collect her… Read more…
An Ríocht 50/50 Draw took place at The Country Market on Friday last. The previous weeks winner, Annie Smyth had her cheque posted to her as she is from County Armagh. Annie was passing through Castleisland for the Kerry v Armagh game and bought a ticket. She is returning for The Patrick O’Keeffe Traditional Music… Read more…
After a long campaign which began last November 11th and during which they endured some dog rough weather, the boys are back in town with the new water mains. The Uisce Éireann team members and their civil works partners, Ward and Burke Construction Ltd began their pipe replacement work at Ballymacadam on the Brosna Road… Read more…
The death has occurred of Adrian Scanlon, Greenvalley House, Ballymacdonnell, Currans, Farranfore, Co. Kerry and Cragg Currans. Peacefully at home in his sleep on March 29th 2025. Sadly missed by his loving fiancée Aoife, his adored son Seán, his heartbroken parents James and Mary , brother Séamus, sisters Noreen , Mary Ellen and Noelle, brothers-in-law… Read more…
