by Jer Kennelly
COLLECTION: Knockanure Community Text Alert: will hold their Annual Church Gate collection on
Saturday/Sunday 22nd/23rd March 2025 at both Churches in the Parish.
CONCERT: A fundraising concert for the upkeep of the Parish will take place in Moyvane Parish
Church on Sunday 23rd March at 8pm. Doors open at 7pm. We are delighted to welcome back
Michael English and his band, it promises to be a wonderful night. Tickets for the concert are
available at the Parish Office (068 49308).There is also a fundraising draw, the amazing prize is
return flights for two people to New York, plus four nights in the Fitzpatrick Hotel.
Concert tickets are €30.00. Draw tickets are €10.00 . A donation from the draw will be given to the
Axel Horgan Charity, Listowel. Final Meeting Thurs. 20th at 7pm in Moyvane Church regarding the
Concert.
AGM: Moyvane Development Association will hold their AGM on Wednesday, March 19th at 8.30pm
in the Marian Hall. The Committee would love to welcome new members and invite all community
members to come along on the night.
ICA will sell daffodils in support of the Irish Cancer Society after all Masses in Moyvane and
Knockanure on Saturday 22nd March and Sunday 23 rd March. Daffodils will also be on sale before
Bingo on Thursday 20th March. Your support would be greatly appreciated!
COLLECTION at Masses this wkend 15 th & 16th March for Emigrant Services. This collection supports
the ongoing ministry to Irish people in the Irish Church’s Emigrant mission in the U.K. and the U.S.A.
and parts of Europe. This support of the Church community is particularly valued by Irish emigrants,
for whom things do not run smoothly.
DRAW: Knockanure Parents Association next monthly draw on the 27th March.
THOUGHT: A bad attitude is like a flat tyre – you cannot go anywhere until you change it.
TROCAIRE: This year, Trócaire’s Lenten campaign focuses on Guatemala
DEATH of Margaret (Madge) Kiely (née O'Callaghan), Aughrim, Moyvane, and late of Blarney Street,
Cork City, on March 11th, 2025. Predeceased by her husband Michael (Mick), son Stephen, daughter
Noreen, brother Michael, sisters Bridie and Mary. Survived by her sons Michael, Philip, John, Billy,
Kevin, Paul and Thomas, daughters Mary, Ann, Mage and Eileen, daughters-in-law Betty, Breda,
Eleanor and Joan, sons-in-law Kevin, Larry, Kieran and Dara, grandchildren Christopher, Paul, Eoin,
Rebecca, Brian, Shane, Catherine, Mags, Jimmy, Kieran, Annemarie, Michelle, Jane, Amy, Michael,
Sarah, Caoimhe, Róisín and Emma, grandsons and granddaughters-in-law, great-grandchildren Liam,
Jack, Peter, Molly, Colm, Maggie, Holly, Robyn, Kevin, Leia, Kiva, Ciarra, Chloe, Kari and Ned, brother
Philip, sisters Phyllis and Annie, sister-in-law Betty, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, and
grandnieces. Funeral arrived at The Church of the Assumption, Moyvane, on Friday morning for the
Requiem Mass for Madge, followed by burial afterwards in Murhur Cemetery, Moyvane.
DEATH of Maurice (Moss) Kelliher, Lartigue Village, Clieveragh, Listowel, on March 10th, 2025. Sadly
missed by his wife Mary, sons Maurice and John, grandchildren Sive and Ailbhe, brothers, sisters,
brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, neighbours and friend.
Requiem Mass for Moss was celebrated in Listowel Church, followed by burial afterwards in St. John
Paul II Cemetery, Ballybunion Road, Listowel.
DEATH of Christina Dillon (Nee Horgan) 29 Liosarda, Listowel and formerly of Horgan's Nurseries,
Trien, Kilmorna, on 8 th of March 2025. Predeceased by her brother Timothy, Grandmother Mary
Healy and mother-in-law Patricia. Survived by her husband Tom, son Ian, daughter Charmaine,
grandchildren Autumn, Oran, Asha and Heidi. Her parents Timmy and Mary Horgan, sister Helen,
brothers Richard, John, Michael, Jeremiah and Joe, father-in-law Thomas Dillon Snr., sons-in-law
John and Austin, uncle Tony, aunts Mary and Margaret, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-
law, grandnieces, grandnephew, relatives, neighbours and her many friends. Requiem mass, for
Christina was celebrated at Corpus Christi Church, Knockanure on Wednesday morning requiem
mass. Interred afterwards in John Paul 11 cemetery, Ballybunion Road, Listowel.
DEATH of Cornelius (Neilie) Hanrahan, Long Eaton, Nottinghamshire, UK and late of The Lane,
Kilbaha, Moyvane, on February 7th, 2025, in Long Eaton, Nottinghamshire. He is predeceased by his
parents Patrick and Julia, brothers John M, Fr. Michael and Paudie. He survived by his wife Mena,
daughter Julia, son Michael, grandchildren Sinéad, Ben, Lewis and Niall, great-granddaughter Eliza,
daughter-in-law Sharne. He will be sadly missed by his loving family, his sister Lily, brothers Timmy,
Liam and Frank, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family.
Neilie's funeral took place in Long Eaton, Nottinghamshire on Tuesday March 11th, 2025. May he
rest in peace.
ANNIVERSARIES: Sr. Perpetua O Keeffe, John Molyneaux, Geraldine Galvin, Billy Looney, Robert
Nolan, Brendan Leahy, Tom Moore, Nellie Carburg, Jo Timony, Eddie Kennelly, Bridie Scanlon, Aileen
Kennelly, Jack O Grady,
MASS INTENTIONS: Sat. 15th Mar.’25 Moyvane Patrick Hayes (Aniv.) at 7.30pm; Sun. 16th Mar.’25
Knockanure Margaret & Michael Flynn (Aniv.’s “Do this in Memory of Me” Mass at 9.30am, and
Mass Moyvane “Do this in Memory of Me” Mass a Private Intention at 11am; Mon.17th Mar.’25
Knockanure St. Patrick’s Day for Kitty & Mossie Flaherty (Aniv’s.) Glenalappa at 9.30am, and Mass
Moyvane a Private Intention at 11am; Tues. 18th Mar.’25 Moyvane Workers Mass at 7am- Moyvane
Private Intention- Mass followed by Eucharistic Adoration at 10am; Wed. 19th Mar. Knockanure a
Private Intention at 7pm; Thurs.20th Mar.’25 Moyvane Private Intention, Get Well Mass at 10am;
Fri.21st Mar.’25 Knockanure Private Intention at 7pm; Sat. 22nd Mar.’25 Moyvane Private Intention
at 7.30pm; Sun. 23rd Mar.’25 for Knockanure Tim & Hanna Leahy (Aniv’s) Trien at 9.30am, and mass
Moyvane Private Intention at 11am.
MASS: livestreamed on https://churchmedia.tv/knockanure
MASS for Fr. Kelly, who served in Athea for many years, was remembered at the 11 o’clock Mass on
Sunday, March 16th.
POPE: 12th anniversary of the election of Pope Francis., elected on Wednesday 13th March 2013.
AGM: Moyvane Development Association will hold their AGM on Wednesday, March 19 at 8.30pm
in the Marian Hall.
COMMUNITY CONNECT DRIVE AND DROP: Saturday 22nd March in Listowel Community Centre.
Help gather much needed essential items for pregnant mothers and families with new babies.
ACCORD CLG: are recruiting experienced practitioners to train in Couple Counselling Therapy.
Applications close 30/04/2025. Info: @accord.ie
LARTIGUE Theatre Group are rehearsing for this year’s performance of ‘The Country Dressmaker’ by
George Fitzmaurice. The play will run in St. John’s from 2nd April to Monday 7th April 2025.
LOCAL Link; Please contact us to book your seat for door-to-door bus services. You can contact us on
066 7147002 or by emailing [email protected]
RECOVERY HAVEN KERRY: will be running an ONLINE 6 week Building Better
Caregivers Programme, beginning on Tuesday March 18th from 10.30am-1pm. If you are supporting
someone with cancer, this may be for you. Info 066 7192122.
ST PATRICKS Day Listowel; Taking place on Monday March 17, there will be lots of activities taking
place in the town.
ABBEEYFEALE FOR AFRICA FUNDRAISER: Plans are underway to hold a table quiz in Thomas T.J’s on
Friday, March 28. More details to follow
UBILEE PILGRIMAGE TO ROME: led by Bishop Ray Browne will take place from 19th to 23rd May
2025. For more details ring Nora: 087 931 8976.
COMMUNITY CHORAL GROUP: Following a very successful meeting and great interest, Sing Cois
Feile Alive will meet Tuesday 18th of March @ 7pm in St. Itas Community Hall. No singing experience
is necessary just an open mind, some positivity, and a willingness to learn. Further details are
available from Dearbhla @ West Limerick Resources by email to [email protected] or call 087
6750869.
TEA DANCE IN THE MARQUEE Abbeyfeale: Sunday, March 16 dancing to DJ Jeremiah Roche from 4-
7pm. Admission €10. Teas served. Sunday March 16: Lego Workshop – The Marquee 12.30 – 2pm.
Tickets €10 Booking Michelle 087 4134792. Drumming Session 2.15 -3.30pm Free Event, Afternoon
Tea Dance 4-7pm Tickets €12. Music DJ Jeremiah Roche. Pub Entertainment Railway Bar with
Michael Collins. Murphy’s Bar Music with Aidan Guinane. Cellar Bar; Music with Sean Tierney. John
Mike’s; Resident DJ. Monday March 17: Mini Soccer Camp Boys and Girls 6 -13 Abbey Utd. Soccer
Club 11-1pm Free. Memory Lane Photo Booth – Leens Hotel Laneway 1-2pm. Puppet Show in the
Marquee 2pm. Traditional Music and Dancing 3pm. Craft Market in the Square 1-4pm. Face
painting, Crepe Van, Dog Show, Balloon Twisting. Parade 4pm. Pub Entertainment: Murphy’s Bar;
Michael O’Brien Band followed by DJ Aidan. Thomas TJ’s: Dan Shine and friends. Cellar Bar.
CHARITY Social Dance will take place on Mother’s day Sunday 30th March at Tomáisíns Bar Dance
Hall, Lisselton, from 3pm to 5:30pm, with music by Mike Condon. All proceeds will go to the flood
victims of Listowel. Admission is €10 and includes refreshments. Enjoy an afternoon of music,
dancing, lively chats, and tea, contact Mag at 086 375 0037.
JOB: We are hiring! Music Generation Kerry is expanding its team of Musician Educators. If you are
passionate about securing the musical futures of Kerry's children and young people, we want to hear
from you! Person specification and application form available here:
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CLOUNMACON Community Centre on Friday 4 th of April at 8pm, are having a two hour documentary
named Father and Son. Telling the story of Paddy Finucane T D and his son Mick. Paddy spent 26
years in the Dail, Included in documentary, footage of Gale River in Moyvane in the 1940’s; Also
footage of the Brick and Cashen Drainage works in the 1950’s. Donal Bill Sullivan’s story when he
found Con Dee in Coilbee bog on May 12 th 1921, is also included. Refreshments served admission
E10.
ART in the Park Exhibition at Kerry County Museum, Tralee, opening of the exhibition is at 2pm on
March 29 and will be opened by Minister Norma Foley. Visit the exhibition until the 19th of May,
Tuesday to Saturday 9.30 am until 5 pm.
GRANT to support artists, audiences for arts, high standards of practice in literature, and community
engagement with literature, across all genres. The deadline to apply is Thursday 20th March 2025,
1pm, submissions to [email protected]
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POOL: Tralee Sports Complex, March 31 is the date for the re-opening of the pool.
FARMING: The President of ICMSA, Denis Drennan, has said that farmers will be “fascinated” by the
announcement that the CSO is to launch a new Agri-Environment Indicator Resource aimed at
establishing the “understanding the dynamic relationship between agriculture and the environment”
and updating the CSO’s data under various agri headings including Land Use, Biodiversity &
Ecosystems Services, Climate & Environmental Impact, Soil Health and other areas.
Mr Drennan said that he looked forward to hearing the CSO announcement of similar 'deep dive'
into the data around those other sectors identified as requiring action on environmental grounds
such as urban waste water treatment, data centres and the impact of the Dublin Airport cap.
https://www.limerickleader.ie/news/sponsored-content/1746862/icmsa-query-cso-deep-dive-into-
agri-
data.html?utm_source=Newsletter%20Limerick%20Live&utm_medium=Newsletter%20Email&utm_
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CONGRATULATIONS to St Michael’s College, Listowel, students, Michael Heaphy, Mark Griffin and
Robbie Scanlan who designed a motorised and magnetic slurry tank cover which won the top prize
at an event in Pallaskenry Agricultural College on February 28. In the Agri Aware Farm Safety First
national competition.
MUSICAL production of Moana Jr. supported by Bryan Carr, Laura Daly and staff from the
Presentation school, Listowel the girls staged their musical production of Moana Jr., recently.
Principal, Katherina Broderick congratulated the cast and the choral group of first year students, and
all involved.
RAMBLING House. Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of
the month. Clounmacon on the second Friday of the month. Ita's Rambling House at the Desmond
Complex is on the 3rd. Friday each month. Knocalucka is on the 3rd. Tuesday of the month. Josie’s
Brosna 2nd Thursday of the month. Ballyhahill 3rd Wednesday in the Community Centre. John
Barrett’s Bar, Glin 4th Tuesday. Tarbert last Saturday of the month at the Community Centre.
VINTAGE ROAD RUN: Knockdown Vintage Club will host their Annual Charity Road Run on Sunday
30th March 2025. Margaret Culhane Hon. Secretary 087 230 3918.
SOCIAL DANCING: Duagh Sports Centre V31K659– every Friday night 9-11pm
ADORATION: Eucharistic Adoration in Abbeyfeale from after 10am Mass every Friday until 7pm.and
during Lent on Thursday as well. Adoration also takes place each Friday in Duagh Sacristy from 3.00
p.m. in the afternoon. Public Rosary starts at 7.00 p.m. Mass starts at 7:30 p.m.
UL CREATIVE WRITING FESTIVAL 2025;
When & Where: UL Creative Writing festival takes place over three evenings (Wednesday 9th April,
Thursday 10th April, and Friday 11th April 2025) and one full day, Saturday 12th April, at UL.
How to book: Choose the Day or Days you wish to attend and book at uch.ie
DAY 3-4: Weekend Festival – UL CREATIVE WRITING FESTIVAL 2025
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SOCIAL DANCING every Tuesday at 7:30 PM upstairs in the Community Centre, The Old Central
Ballroom.
ST JOHNS: Theatre- Sailor Beware on Friday March 21 st at 8pm, details 068 22566.
https://www.stjohnstheatre.ie/
POETRY: Sunday 16th March at 2pm in Kerry Writers’ Museum in Listowel an afternoon of poetry,
storytelling, and spoken word at our Poetry in the Park open mic event!
James McGrath, a 97-year-old poet and artist from Santa Fe, New Mexico, has generously relocated
his treasured poetry and Irish collection to its new home in Listowel. A long-time supporter of
Listowel Writers’ Week and the Ballydonoghue Bardic Festival, James has also sponsored an annual
$200 prize for writers over 75.
TINTEAN Ballybunion: American Drifters on 28th March 2025 and Springsteen a tribute on 29th
March 2025, more at https://www.tintean.ie/
ALONE are seeking volunteers in the ATHEA area. Full training and support provided. If interested,
please contact Caroline on 086-4040910.
SCOR: The North Kerry Final of Scor na bPaistí was on Sunday March 16th in Ballylongford
Community Hall starting at 2pm.The winners from North Kerry will go through to the Co Final which
takes place on Sunday March 30th in the Tintean Theatre Ballybunion.
KNOCK: Apostolate of Eucharistic Adoration National Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine takes place this year
Sat/Sun. 5th/6th Apr.’25. As of now a Coach is organised from Killarney. Please contact Breda 087-
674 2306/Margaret 087-297 6304.
SPRING Clean is Ireland’s successful anti-litter initiative. Taking place during the whole month of
April.
BEST WISHES to Athea Owners Pat O’Sullivan and John McAuliffe with his sons in law Kevin O’Connor
and Stephen Hanrahan along with Derry O’Carroll from Duagh celebrated a win at Towcester
recently, when the Liam Dowling trained De Lahdedah won the English Greyhound Derby.
SOLARBank Corporation is an independent renewable and clean energy project developer and
owner. It specializes in distributed and community solar projects across Canada and the United
States. The company develops solar, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and EV Charging
projects. These facilities supply electricity to utilities, commercial, industrial, municipal, and
residential off-takers. SolarBank has a development pipeline exceeding one gigawatt. It has
successfully developed renewable energy projects with a combined capacity of over 100 megawatts.
https://carboncredits.com/solarbank-moves-forward-with-7-2-mw-north-main-community-solar-
project-in-new-york-suun/
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TRÓCAIRE 2025: As Lent approaches, our thoughts turn to Trócaire and the communities
throughout the world with whom they work. This year, Trócaire’s Lenten campaign focuses on
Guatemala, a country which is one of the least responsible for causing the climate crisis yet is
bearing the brunt of the consequences. This week we tell this story through, Ilma, Julio . LIma and
Julio have four children, and you can see their photo on our Trócaire box this year. They depend on
farming for their livelihood. Like many families and communities Trócaire work with, they are
experiencing increasingly erratic weather patterns due to climate change. This is having life-changing
consequences on their livelihoods, wellbeing and future. Find out more at trocaire.org
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WALK: Celebrate Pilgrim Path Week at Lough Derg by joining us along the Pilgrim Path this Easter
Monday 21st April 2025. We also welcome all walking / rambler groups who wish to experience the
Path. Free Event | Booking Required | Donations Welcome. Email [email protected] or
telephone +353 (0)71 986 1518 for booking info.
CAMINO WALK: Joe Dowling from Ballinabearna, Old Mill is participating in the Camino Charity Walk
again this year. It is a 300km walk over 2 weeks in Portugal during Easter. All monies raised will go to
the designated charity this year which is ”Vision Ireland” formerly known as NCBI. Joe is seeking
sponsorship for his walk, phone on 087-6335440 or email [email protected].
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RADIO Kerry has signed a new 10 year broadcast license with Coimisiún na Méan.
FEAST of St. Joseph is celebrated on Wednesday 19th March, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary: “A
man of faith, love and fortitude in time of trial”. Feast of St. Laichtin of Bealach Gabhra
(Donaghmore in Co. Cork) is also celebrated on 19th March. Secondary patron of the parish of
Ballylongford. The shrine of St. Laichtin’s Hand is to be seen next to the Lislaughtin Cross in the
National Museum.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGE from Cork Airport with Spiritual Director Group Leader Jim Keogh,
departing from Cork with Aer Lingus on 4 th June 2025.Everyone is welcome! .For further information
and full details please contact Jim Keogh 087 2678793 /064 661 8981.
MOON: For 77 minutes last Friday morning, the moon entered the Earth’s shadow, taking on a
reddish hue.
PAPERWORK and regulations are stifling innovation. The EU should now pay Ireland for the any extra
American imposed tax on us at the present time.
ANXIETY: Below are the five spiritual remedies they recommend for fighting anxiety:
1) Live in the present.
https://www.churchpop.com/5-spiritual-remedies-for-overcoming-anxiety-through-the-power-of-
jesus/?utm_campaign=ChurchPop&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=350769485&utm_content=350769
485&utm_source=hs_email
POST, report from National Archives in England; Due to the new EU Regulation 2023/988 (GPSR) we
are currently unable to accept any orders for delivery to the EU and Northern Ireland. We apologise
for any inconvenience caused.
Papers NZ
Lake Wakatip Mail, Volume I, Issue 25, 25 July 1863, Page 4
The prevalence of scurvy in this place is frightful, and every day fresh victims are added to the list of
sick. We can scarcely obtain anything here but rusty bacon and flour, without the sign of any
vegetables; and this, with the constant exposure to every inclemency of the weather, will affect the
strongest constitution. There are three I saw the other day in a dreadful state, unable to move or
speak, whose condition I will not trust my pen to write, for fear you should think I am exaggerating;
but leave your imagination to picture the direst form of that terrible disease, aggravated by neglect.
I send you their names, to verify my statement, and for the purpose of directing the attention of
their friends or relations to them. They are as follows:—Hayes, native of Abbeyfeale, County
Limerick; Cahill, Newcastle West, County Limerick; Donegan, native of Charleville. County Cork. This
last is getting somewhat better, but poor Cahill is very bad. Another man, named Hartnett, of Kerry,
started from here when extremely ill, and succeeded in reaching Queenstown after great difficulty. I
hope that with the improvement in living and proper attendance he will be able to obtain there, that
he is getting better."
nz/newspapers?items_per_page=10&snippet=true&query=hartnett+county+Kerry
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https://fultonhistory.com/Fulton.html
New York NY Irish American Advocate 1911 – 1067.pdf
SATURDAY, JULY 6 1912
Another June wedding which attracted much attention in, Chicago was that of Mr. Timothy F.
Broderick, of Coollaha, Co. Kerry, a very popular Kerryman in this city, also member of the K. of C , R.
A. N..L, C. A., and Miss Julia Allen, of Killarney a very popular lady in Irish societies in this city. The
ceremony was performed on Saturday, June 29, in the Church of St. David, Thirty-second street and
Emerald avenue, which was a mass of light and flowers. The bride wore a dress of white
morganette lace over white satin and a large white picture hat.- She carried a shower bouquet, of
Killarney roses and lilies of the valley'. She was attended as bridesmaid by Miss M. Sullivan, of Firies,
Co. Kerry. She also looked charming. Mr. H. Goulding, cousin, served the groom as best man. , Mr.
M. Broderick and D. J. Hickie acted as ushers. After the ceremony all were driven in automobiles to
6144 Peoria street, where, a good time was held till morning. The present from the friends of Mr.
and Mrs. Broderick were numerous and beautiful. Among those noticed by our reporter were
Senator John Broderick and family, Michael and family, Daniel and family, Patrick and family,
Maurice brothers, Mr, and Mrs. E. Flavin, sister; H. Goulding , D Goulding, Lillie Goulding, Josie
Goulding, and D. J. Hickie, cousins; Miss Nora Broderick, E. McCarthy, cousin of the bride and brother
to D. McCarthy, the famous Kerry footballer; Miss Sullivan, Miss Cashen, Miss Scanlon, Miss Neligan,
T Kilgannon, M. Lynch, T. O'Brien, J. McCarthy, Mr. Daly, Mr. Casey, Mr. McAuliffe and several others
too numerous to mention.
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Mulvihill – Shea: One of the pretty west events of the week was the wedding of Mr. John Mulvihill,
that, popular hotelman, to Miss Shea, on Wednesday. June 26. Mr. Mulvihill is a native of Dirha,
Listowel, Co. Kerry, and Miss Shea also comes from the kingdom. She Is a native of Caherciveen. Co.
Kerry.
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The following address was delivered at Celtic Park Thursday, July 4, at the festival and games In aid
of the Killarney Cathedral. Father Griffin spoke from the platform erected on the grounds Inside the
enclosure. He finished his address in Gaelic, which was listened to with intense interest:
(See paper for speech)
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IRELAND.
Home Newspapers & Gazettes Browse Empire (Sydney, NSW : 1850 – 1875)
Fri 14 Sep 1860 Page 3
IRELAND.
The following, extraordinary and mysterious. Story appeared the other day in the Freeman' Journal:
Tarbert, Friday, July 6.-The discovery on Wednesdays, July. 4, of a fearful attempt at assassination
has startled the good folk of, Tarbert, and has occasioned considerable uneasiness to the family
against whom the annihilation was intended. It appears that about three weeks ago a nice little box
was directed to Colonel Patterson, Tarbert-House. On the direction card were the names
https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/60498186?searchTerm=tarbert
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MORIARTY: How we arrive into Ireland is central to the nature of our belonging here. This is
something the late John Moriarty realised and wrote about.5 Do we descend upon this island from a
cloud, wrapped in a mist, like the Dananns? Or do we sail across the rough seas, like the Milesians,
with their flotilla of ships – a Spanish Armada of the prehistoric world – to take Ireland, partly due to
jealous longing, and partly for vengeance? If we do that, we will never belong here, and we might
end up like one of those voyagers of old, setting sail into the perilous ocean of the west, chasing
dreams and shadows in the far-off turmoil of a tumultuous Atlantic. Taken from
Anthony Murphy (Mythical Ireland) [email protected]
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CANADA: A 2023 RBC report suggested that foreign workers could address Canada’s labour gaps. It
said that the healthcare sector was short 144,000 workers and the construction industry was short
64,000 workers.
https://www.junonews.com/p/liberals-open-pathway-for-
thousands?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email
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SULLIVAN: Jim O’Sullivan advises that all O’Sullivans are welcome to join a clan
gathering.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eThis is a unique opportunity for Sullivans and O’Sullivans all
over the world to visit their ancestral home in one celebration of the clan’s heritage.
u003cbru003eThey are hosting a World Record event on the Beara peninsula, in the Cork/Kerry
area, from 30u003csupu003ethu003c/supu003e May to 2u003csupu003endu003c/supu003e June
2026. u003cbru003eThe event will be hosted by the Chieftain of the O’Sullivan Clan, Kelly Sullivan,
who was presented with the chain of office by the Cork and Kerry County Mayors on the steps of
City Hall in Boston in 2023. u003cbru003eThis is a family event, and we hope you can fill in the
Google form (see website below) so we can book you in for the
event.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eEmail Jim at
[email protected] for more information:
https://osullivanclan.orgu003cbru003e
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AUSTRALIA: What’s On at the Celtic Club Melbourne. The Celtic Club is an organization that
celebrates and supports pride in Irish heritage and culture, as well as the broader Celtic community.
We provide opportunities for our members and guests to benefit from, learn about, and enjoy Gaelic
language, Irish music, art, culture, and more.
For further information please visit us here: https://www.celticclub.com.au/whats-on
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SHEEP Farm: By Chris McCullough
A UK-based investment group has just purchased the world’s biggest sheep farm, based in Australia,
that stretches to 1,046,323ha and has a rated carrying capacity of 87,421 sheep. ————————-
Rawlinna Station is located on the Nullarbor Plain, 400km east of Kalgoorlie in western Australia,
World’s largest sheep farm. This huge farm features a renowned boundary exclusion fence, to keep
out wild dogs, that spans some 400km in length.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/worlds-largest-sheep-farm-in-oz-sold-to-uk-investment-
group/
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BITCOIN: At its core, cryptocurrency is typically decentralized digital money designed to be used over
the internet. Bitcoin, which launched in 2008, was the first cryptocurrency, and it remains by far the
biggest, most influential, and best-known. In the decade since, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies
like Ethereum have grown as digital alternatives to money issued by governments.
https://www.coinbase.com/learn/crypto-basics/what-is-
cryptocurrency?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Trump%20Creat
es%20a%20%20Strategic%20Bitcoin%20Reserve&utm_campaign=The%20Morning%20Dispatch_TM
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SISTERS: By Tessa Gervasini
Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Mar 10, 2025 / 07:00 am
The annual celebration of Catholic Sisters Week is observed March 8–14 to honor the women who
have taken religious vows, acknowledge their tireless work, and encourage more women to explore
religious life.
“Fifty-two weeks a year women religious stand with the poor and immigrants, teach children, fight
injustice, heal the sick, share spirituality, empower women, defend the planet, promote peace,
create community, and offer hope, but for one week, we shine the spotlight on women religious,”
the Catholic Sisters Week organization states on its website.
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/262633/catholic-sisters-week-2025-kicks-off-
celebrating-religious-sisters-around-the-
world?utm_campaign=CNA%20Daily&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=351152469&utm_content=3511
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OLIVE STACK Gallery: Residency Testimonials
https://www.olivestack.com/pages/artists-residency-testimonials
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Register Motor vehicles Limerick
https://s3-eu-west-
1.amazonaws.com/archives.limerick.ie/Digital+Archive/Government+Collections/L.MT+Registration
+of+Motor+Vehicles/L.MT.1.1.pdf
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BOOK: The remarkable story of how Denis Brosnan became the first general manager of Kerry Co-op
over 50 years ago is told in a new book by journalist Con Dennehy.
https://www.irishexaminer.com/farming/arid-41590459.html
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FOREST: The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has launched the new
NeighbourWood scheme within the Forestry Programme 2023-2027.
The first element of the scheme, is to provide support for silvicultural works designed to enhance
existing forests and to increase their attractiveness, biodiversity and suitability for recreation.
Potential operations include the removal of invasive species, coupe planting to reinvigorate stagnant
canopies, and the replacement of existing conifer stands with native woodland.
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/dafm-launches-new-neighbourwood-forestry-scheme/
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NETTLES: Stinging nettles have been used medicinally for millennia. Nettles can help strengthen the
immune system, making them a beneficial herb for several ailments.
https://www.medicinenet.com/16_benefits_of_stinging_nettle_7_side_effects/article.htm
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DANDELION: 14 Amazing Health Benefits of Dandelion
Dandelion is often considered a pesky weed. However, it is actually a powerful medicinal herb that
has been used for centuries for its various health benefits. This vibrant yellow flower, found in many
parts of the world, is packed with essential nutrients and compounds. From its roots to its leaves and
flowers, every part of the dandelion plant offers unique health benefits. In addition, they are also a
common ingredient in herbal teas and supplements. In this article, we will explore 14 fantastic
health benefits of dandelion.
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PARADE in Limerick: the International Band Championship on Sunday, March 16 from noon, and the
main St Patrick’s Day parade on Monday . More information on all events at 061-556000 or from
https://www.limerick.ie/stpatricksfestival
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CATHOLIC News: As Ireland, north and south, celebrates Saint Patrick’s Day this Monday, 17 March,
Bishop Fintan Monahan is urging all road users to take extra care