THANKS: Our Knockanure Vintage day was held on November 30th in honour
of the late Alan Kennelly. A huge crowd gathered on the day with there
tractors, cars, bikes and trucks along with the spectators. The club
were overwhelmed with the amount vehicles that gathered to the village
that morning a big thank you for your presence it really made our day.
We the club are honoured to be able to present a cheque of €14,300
euro to Cystic Fibrosis Ireland which was raised on the day. A big
thank you to all involved.
CLOTHES Collection, by Knockanure Parents Association on 24th Feb.
items can be dropped at school during school hours.
HOLY LAND: 2nd Collection at Masses 17th & 18th Jan. for the Needs of
the Holy Land, providing assistance to Christian communities in the
Holy Land.
GAA Knockanure Lotto Results for 13th January 2026; Jackpot was E2,
700. Winning Numbers 2-27-21 and 14. No Winner. Lucky Dips winners
were, Mary Kennedy, Abbeyfeale; Norella Molyneaux, Knockanure; Molly
Mulvihill & Pascal, Moyvane; Dermot Clancy, Knockanure, and Breda
Kiely, Moyvane. Next Draw Jan 20th and next Jackpot E2,800.
MOYVANE GAA LIGHTS continues every Wednesday from 7:30pm on the
walking track beside the pitch. All welcome.
SCÓR NA BPÁISTÍ, interested in taking part please get in contact
either Lisa (086 053 7310) or Laura (087 116 3040) by the 22nd of
January.
FORÓIGE YOUTH CLUB:”Foróige wishes to support young people in Duagh by
starting a Foróige Youth Club, and we need adult volunteers to make it
happen. Foróige Clubs provide space for young people to develop
leadership, life skills and have fun. Foróige have three different
club types: Foróige Juniors (10-12), Youth Club (12-17) and Special
Interest (10-17). It is fun, rewarding, exciting and hugely beneficial
for all involved. If you are interested in getting involved, please
contact Trudy McQuaid, Club Development Officer, at 086 834 4978.
EXERCISE Classes with Conor O’Neill continue at the Marian Hall every
Monday 1pm-2pm. All are welcome
SUPPORT: Listowel Community & Family Resource Centre, events focused
on supporting parents, children and young people that are facing the
very common challenge of school avoidance. These talks are open to all
who care for children; parents, guardians, foster carers, grandparents
or relatives in caring roles, and anyone supporting a child/young
person. Talks are free to attend but prebooking is essential as we
need to know numbers. There is an event every Weds. evening starting
Weds. 21st to 25th Feb (Except 5th Feb). Bookings & further enquiries
(087) 483 7131. Bookings also online via Eventbrite.
MÉALA BEREAVMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Second Monday of every month from 7:00
– 8:30pm at the Listowel Community & Family Resource Centre. No
registration required. For more information contact Jacqui or Toni on
068 – 23584
INFORMATION: Anam Cara support group for bereaved parents Online
Bereavement Information Evening Thurs. 22nd Jan. 7pm. Call 01-4045378/
[email protected]
DEATH of Peggy Evans (née Lynch), Church Road, Ballybunion and
formerly of Ahalahana, Moyvane, and New Jersey, U.S.A., on January
9th, 2026. Predeceased by her husband Don, parents Con and Rose,
sister Tess, niece Claudia, nephews Ben and Brian and grandnephew
Denis. Peggy will be sadly missed by her brother Joe (Ennis), sisters
Betty Toomey (Ballybunion) and Christina Shine (Listowel),
brother-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, cousins,
neighbours and friends in Ireland and U.S.A.
Funeral arriving to The Church of the Assumption, Moyvane, on Monday
morning for the Requiem Mass for Peggy, followed by burial afterwards
in Ahavoher Cemetery, Moyvane.
ANNIVERSARIES: Michael Walsh, Mary Barry, Tom O Connor, Paddy Ryan,
Seanie Toomey, Maureen Quinn, Tom Mulvihill, Denis Moore, Pat Guiney,
Bernie Walsh, Theresa Byrne, Mary Stack, Paddy Neville, Tom Moran,
Patrick Walsh, James Harnett, Sr. Moira O Sullivan
MASS INTENTIONS:
Sat. 17th Jan.’26 Moyvane for John Stack (Aniv.) Galebridge, Bill
Horan (Aniv.) & deceased of Horan & Stack families at
7.30pm; Sun. 18th Jan.’26 Knockanure at 9.30am, and Mass Moyvane for
Eileen Collins (Aniv.) Glin Road, Jo Cleary (5th Aniv.) at 11am; Tues.
20th Jan.’26 Moyvane for John Gregg (Aniv.) & deceased of Gregg &
Hanrahan families, Mass followed by Eucharistic Adoration 10am; Weds.
21st Jan.’26 Knockanure “Do this in memory of me” Mass at 7pm; Thurs.
22nd Jan.’26 Moyvane for Brigid & John Holly and Emma & Jack O’Brien
(Aniv.’s) at 10am; Fri. 23rd Jan.’26 Knockanure at 10am; Sat. 24th
Jan.’26 Moyvane for Mike Joe, Ellie Mai, Seamus & Tom O’Flaherty
(Aniv.’s) The Village at 7.30pm; Sun. 25th Jan.’26 Knockanure at
9.30am, and Mass Moyvane at 11am.
HEALTH: A wellness day in collaboration with Laura Carr coaching and
Healthy Athea Saturday 7th February 10 am to 3 pm at Con Colbert Hall
Lunch included
Cost €15 payable at booking, contact Helen @ 087 6103840 to book your place.
ANTIQUES Art & Vintage Fair, Limerick Racecourse 24th and 25th Jan. 2026.
SET DANCING CLASSES: Every Wednesday night in Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse,
Abbeyfeale from 8.30pm.
MOVE & GROOVE WITH NORELLA Dance Classes Waltz, jive, quick step,
line dancing & lots more. Time 8pm. call 087 680 9249 at St. Michael’s
College, Listowel Thursdays €10 pay as you go – Everybody welcome.
WEST LIMERICK SINGING CLUB: Next Singing Session Friday February 6 in
the Ramble Inn Old Church St. from 8.30pm. All welcome.
DANCE in Duagh every Friday night 9-11pm
SET Dancing Mondays: Marian Hall Moyvane 8pm.
DANCE: The Plaza Listowel Monday 2nd February, Dancing from 3pm-5pm,
with Michael Collins Band.
CRAFT MEETING: in the Library Abbeyfeale on the 3rd. Wednesday of
every month from 11-12noon. Contact Ciara for further information 068
32488.
ST JOHNS: Comedy- I’m No Wonder Woman, with Sinéad Culbert, on Friday
January 23rd @ 8pm; Carnegie Players Present: The Pension Plan on
Saturday January 24th @ 8pm, and The Spirit of Johnny Cash on Friday
January 30th @ 8pm, more at 068 22566, Email: [email protected]
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CHOIR: North Kerry Community Choir, every Tuesday 11.30-12.30pm St.
Patrick’s Hall, Upper William St, Listowel. New Members Very Welcome.
Contact Mary 087-9222 753 to book your place.
DRAMA in Athea; February – Thursday 19th, Sunday 22nd, Wednesday
25th, Thursday 26th, Saturday 28th & March- Sunday 1st.
WRITERS’ Week;
Adjudicators Announced | Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year, Andrew
O’Hagan and Nicola Sturgeon will adjudicate the Kerry Group Irish
Novel of the Year Award.This award recognises an outstanding work of
literary fiction by an Irish author, published between 1 January 2025
and 1 January 2026. Prize
€20,000 for the winning author, €500 for each shortlisted author.
Closing date: Friday 30 January 2026. Entry: Free of charge | No
application form required
Full details and award criteria are available here:
https://writersweek.ie/kerry-
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STUDY: For anyone interested in studying theology The Loyola Institute
are holding an online information session, Tuesday, February 10th.
More information and registration https://www.tcd.ie/loyola-inst
or email [email protected]
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HISTORY: Ballyguiltenane N.S. 150th Anniversary Meeting
An open meeting will be held on Tuesday 20th January at 8.00pm to plan
the celebrations for Ballyguiltenane National School’s 150th
Anniversary. All past pupils, parents and staff (past and present),
and members of the local community are warmly invited to attend. Your
ideas and help will be greatly appreciated as we prepare to mark this
special milestone in the school’s history.
RAMBLING HOUSE; Listowel on last Thursday of the month; Knockanure on
First Thursday of month. Clounmacon on the second Friday; Moyvane Hub
on 2nd Sunday 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.
TRAD: Slua Spraoi Listowel Club presents “Trad for Charity,” taking place on
Thursday, January 22nd, from 9pm at Christy’s The Well in Listowel.
All proceeds will benefit the AS I Am autism charity.
A DAY OF HEALING THROUGH EUCHARIST AND WORD will be held at Our Lady
of Lourdes Church, Scartaglen on this Sunday Jan 18th starting at 2.30
PM.
COLAISTE NA RIOCHTA, Listowel are proud to host our School Musical
Production “The Spotlight” in the Plaza on January 21st and 22nd at
7.30pm. Tickets are available in the school office or at the door on
the night”.
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TINTEAN THEATRE: Saturday 31st Jan – Kilfenora Céilí Band, Saturday
7th February – when Ireland rocked, Saturday 21st February – Michael
English. Tickets available at www.tintean.ie
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CHARITY SOCIAL DANCE on Sunday, 25th January, in St. Patrick’s Hall,
Listowel, from 3:00pm to 5:30pm. Enjoy a lively afternoon of music and
dancing with Stevie Donegan, along with tea and refreshments. All
proceeds will go directly towards Pattern Day.
POPE Leo XIV on X: My thoughts turn to the situation currently
unfolding in the Middle East, especially in Iran and Syria, where
ongoing tensions continue to claim many lives. I hope and pray that
dialogue and peace may be patiently nurtured in pursuit of the common
good of the whole of society.
The Pope’s Intention for January: For Prayer with the Word of God. Let
us pray that praying with the Word of God be nourishment for our lives
and a source of hope in our communities, helping us to build a more
fraternal and missionary Church.
RECOVERY Haven is looking for people to enter in the Irish Life Dublin
City Marathon, those interested submit their application by their
deadline of January 25th. The charity is now taking applications via
the following link
https://consoles.realbuzz.com/
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CAO: Applicants to CAO in 2026 may exceed 90,000. Applicants have
until 5pm on 1st February to submit a completed application form.
Online application service open on the CAO website, www.cao.ie, until
5pm on 1st February. The fee is €35, if you apply by 20th January and
€50 thereafter until the 1st February.
COURSE: A 12 Week Training Course: In Youth Leadership is being
offered by the Diocese on Tues Evenings starting 17th February 7-9pm
in Killarney. For
more info Ph. Colette 0879474513 or coletteodoherty@dioceseofkerry
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EXHIBITION: The ‘Pixel Perfect’ Exhibition will be opened by Radio
Kerry’s Deirdre Walsh at Kerry County Museum on Tuesday, January 20 at
5pm.The exhibition will run until Monday, February 16 at Kerry County
Museum.
IFA AGM in the Irish Farm Centre, IFA President Francie Gorman said
three issues will dominate IFA’s work agenda for 2026: opposition to
the Mercosur trade deal; the budget for the next CAP; and the cost of
doing business.
https://www.ifa.ie/farm-sector
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KINGDOM PICKLEBALL CLUB are hosting an OPEN Night in Listowel
Community Centre on TUESDAY 13th January from 7 to 8 p.m. to give you
a chance to try out playing Pickleball, the world’s fastest growing
sport. Pickleball is fun, social, easy to learn and seriously
addictive! Come along, bring a friend, and experience Pickleball. You
will love it! Adults all ages and abilities ( 18+).
LISTOWEL KARATE CLASSES: Kerry Martial Arts School are recommencing
karate and self-defence classes in Presentation Secondary School Hall
on Monday 12th January. All ages from 4 to adults welcome at 6pm.
Contact (089) 490 7724 for further information or search Kerry Martial
Arts School on Facebook.
SOLAR PV allows you to use grants and guaranteed savings to reduce a
growing cost in your business. A solar PV investment can qualify for a
Targeted Agriculture Modernisation Schemes (TAMS) or Sustainable
Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) grant, combined with a 100% tax
write-off and VAT refund.
Together, these supports typically cover 35% to 75% of the total system cost.
https://www.agriland.ie/farmin
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While energy transition presents challenges, acting promptly with
well-planned strategies can mitigate risks and lead to a more
sustainable and resilient energy future. Experts agree that delaying
action, meanwhile, will cost dearly, and not just in economic terms;
it will have environmental and societal implications too.
“Delays have a cascading cost. Economically, Ireland could face
anywhere from €8 billion to €26 billion in EU fines for missing
climate targets. But the greater loss lies in missed jobs, investment
and energy security
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SOLAR: 3. Environmental Impact
By opting for solar energy, businesses can drastically cut their
carbon emissions, helping them meet sustainability goals and
contribute to environmental protection. Solar power is a clean,
renewable energy source that reduces reliance on fossil fuels.This
eco-friendly approach not only benefits the planet but also aligns
businesses with the growing demand for green energy solutions.
Customers increasingly value companies that prioritise sustainability.
https://spvenergy.ie/commercia
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REFLECT: Pointing to others ought not to be a medium of accusation and
denunciation, rather let it be a means of appreciation and admiration.
Let us become people of true acknowledgement and not wasteful blaming
with our critical judgment.
FBD: Over the five decades since the FBD Trust was first established
it has had one fundamental objective – to support and champion
Ireland’s farm families.
Whether it is shining the spotlight on award-winning farmers or
supporting ground-breaking scientific research the FBD Trust will
always stay true to its roots in rural Ireland. The FBD Trust is now
celebrating 50 years of championing farmers who are committed to
sustainable agriculture and
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CHOIR Knockanure Dec 2015, https://youtu.be/QZD0o_2cs2c?s
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Video link https://youtu.be/SeFoTuKU5qQ
Filename Memorial Cards 3 Athea Moyvane Listowel
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CROSS: Brigid’s cross is woven on 1 February, her feast day, Hanging
Brigid’s cross in one’s house was believed to bring the blessing and
protection of the saint for the remainder of the year.
BLESSING OF NEW SHRINE TO SAINT CARLO ACUTIS: in Holy Cross
Dominican Church by Monsignor Anthony Figueirdo and Fr. John Harris OP.
Monday January 19th Mass at 7.30pm, commencing with Rosary at 6.45pm led
by the Children’s Rosary Group.
THEWAY.IE is a new digital platform set up by the Irish Bishops
Conference dedicated to sharing the ‘Good News’ and the witness of the
Catholic Church in Ireland. It is intended to help people discover the
faith, live the faith and pass on the faith. It is for both seekers
and followers.
Visit www.theway.ie
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ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC MEN’S SOCIETY: meet every second Saturday from 4
to 5 p.m. in St. Anne’s Chapel, Holy Cross Priory Tralee.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES 2026: Departing from Shannon to Mostar in
association with Marian Pilgrimages May 20, and 27, September 2, to 9.
For bookings received before Jan 31, 7 night’s accommodation near St.
James Church with breakfast and Dinner. For Bookings contact : 086 858
6304.
LIMERICK DIOCESAN LOURDES PILGRIMAGE 2026: The pilgrimage dates are
June 19, to 24, 2026. 5 nights/full board. If you or anyone you know
who would be interested in travelling, please contact any of the
priests.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMMMAGE TO FATIMA: 11th to 17th May led by Fr.
Noel Spring. Barter Travel: 021 485 1700.
SCHOOL: Catholic Schools Week 18th to the 24th January. Catholic
Schools Week 2026 celebrates the extraordinary call to holiness in the
midst of ordinary life. Inspired by Pope Francis’s reflection on
Blessed Carlo Acutis—soon to be canonised as the first millennial
saint—this year’s theme invites pupils, teachers, families, and
parishes to explore the call to holiness as something both universal
and accessible. Holiness is not for a few, but for all; not reserved
for religious professionals or mystics, but for every student,
teacher, parent, and grandparents living each day in friendship with
Jesus Christ
PAPERS: Family Notices- Tribune (Melbourne, Vic. : 1914 – 1918)
Sat 21 Feb 1914 Page 8- CAMPION — HANRAHAN. — On Feb 11th, at the
Church of the Sacred Heart, Kew, by the Rev. Fr Manly. Patrick
Campion, of New Zealand, son of Mr. and Mrs J. Campion, of Johnstown,
Kilkenny, Ireland, to Honora, fifth daughter of Mrs. and the late Mr.
J. Hanrahan of Kilbaha,’ Newtown, Co. Kerry, Ireland
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The Catholic Press (Sydney, NSW : 1895 – 1942)
Sat 5 Feb 1898 Page 3
A DISTINGUISHED KERRY PRIEST IN THE STATES.
The Rev. John Fitzmaurice, D.D., Rector of the Theological Seminary of
St. Charles Borromeo, at Overbrook, has been appointed Coadjutor to
the Bishop of Erie, United States. He was born at Newtownsandes,
County Kerry, Ireland, in February, 1839. When he was 15 years of ago
he entered law offices in Dublin, and studied there for four years, at
the end of which he went to the States, where he studied for the
priest hood. On December 22, 1862, he was ordained to the priesthood
by Archbishop Wood. The rev. gentleman has numerous relations living
in the County of Kerry.
https://trove.nla.gov.au/newsp
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HISTORY: https://www.libraryireland.com
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SWISS: On This Day In History: 150 Highly-Trained Swiss Guards Entered
Vatican For The First Time – On Jan 22, 1506
AncientPages.com – On January 22, 1506, a group of 150 Swiss
mercenaries led by their Captain Kaspar of Silenen in the Canton of
Uri entered the Vatican for the first time through the “Porta del
Popolo.” Pope Julius II blessed them.
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Tralee Chronicle and Killarney Echo 1843-1881, Saturday, 20 May, 1843; Page: 2
One of the Alpaca or Peruvian Sheep at Gunsboro dropped a fine ewe
lamb on the 12th inst.,thus establishing the fact that
those-interesting animals do well in our climate They are the only
specimens of the breed in Ireland, and are from the Andes in South
America. Their wool is of the finest description, the manufacture of
which is equal to silk in appearance, and far surpassing it in
durability. It is no uncommon thing to see Alpaca wool 30 inches in
length, and always equally fine at one end as the other. If the
.mountains and waste lands of Ireland, to which they are well
adapted, were stocked with these animals, the profits from the sale of
their wool would be immense—as it generally sells In the Liverpool
market, wholesale, at from 2s. 8d. to 3s. 6d per lb. and they do
well, at an altitude above the level of the sea, where the ordinary
sheep would starve. They do no perspire through the skin, so that
their fleece is of a dry and silky description, impenetrable by the
heaviest rains.
LIMERICK: At the Road Sessions held at Shanagolden , County of
Limerick, on Thursday last, C. J. Keys, Esq.. of Glin, presented For
£71 compensation for -a Stake Weir maliciously destroyed, which was
unanimously approved of.
RENT: Daniel Denahy, of Fermoy, Esq., has reduced the rents on his
estates in this county and in the county of Cork, twenty per cent.
The Insolvent-Commissioner will hold his court in Tralee! on
Thursday, the 29th of June.
CONCERT: We understand an instrumental Concert will take place in the
rooms of the Square Total Abstinence Society, on the evening of the
23rd. instant, in aid of the funds of their institution.
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