WATERVILLE

COAST GUARD STATION

An Taoiseach Enda Kenny inspected a Guard Of Honour of the Irish Coast Guard under the command of Danny Breen when he arrived in Waterville on a glorious day on March 27th for the official opening of Iveragh Coast Guard Station.

A minute silence was observed and a condolence book signed by all in memory of the four brave people lost in Blacksod Bay. Mr Eugene Clonan IRCG welcomed guests and locals to this auspicious occasion and wished Officer In Charge Tony Donnelly a long and happy retirement after 35 years of dedicated service. Tony thanked all who worked with on the project, all members serving and retired as well as his employers and family.

The Coast Guard Prayer was recited. Fr Martin Sheehan P.P. and Rev Rogers blessed the new station. Enda Kenny unveiled the plaque and Clare Horgan led the large crowd in Amhran na bhFiann. Refreshments were served by Fiona of An Corcan and her staff. We all wish Tony many happy years and good luck to in coming Officer In Charge John Dowd of Tarmons.

OPEN DAY

Everybody welcome to an Open Day at new Coast Guard Station, Waterville on Sunday 9th April between 10am & 1pm

ATHLETICS

Congratulations to Brianna O’ Sullivan who received an Athletic Club award from Kerry Athletics in the Dromhall Hotel on Saturday 4th March for her running achievements over the past year. Well done Brianna.

BRIDGE

Results from Waterville Inn Thursday March 30th: 1st Kathleen O’ Shea & Patricia Murphy, 2nd Kaye Neave & Michael Curran, 3rd Frances Everett & Noreen Moran, 4th Mary Frances & Steve Greene.

KWD COUNTY CLEANUP

Join us on Saturday, April 8th at 10am in the IRD Car Park to take part in the County Clean up when we will gather rubbish from roadside and surrounding areas. On Monday 10th April we will do a separate clean up at St Finians Graveyard at 6.30pm- all help appreciated.

HOSPICE WALK

The Annual Good Friday 10km Hospice Walk is being held again this year. Meeting 14TH April @ IRD Carpark at 11.00am for a nice fresh walk to Rineen Pier & Back again. Tea/Coffee & Refreshments served afterwards at The Villa Marie/O Dwyer’s . Sponsorship cards available @ An Corcan Waterville & Carraig Eanna Beauty Waterville. Alternatively, you can join us on the day for the walk & donate. Hope to see you there. ALL WELCOME

ST. FINIAN’S N.S.

Enrolments for Sept 2017 for St. Finian’s N.S., Waterville: Anyone wishing to enrol children for start of school in September 2017 can obtain the necessary Application Form from the school now and need to return it before Thursday, 27 April

CE SCHEME

IRD Waterville currently have vacancies for General Maintenance Worker, Research Worker, Heritage Worker and Admin worker. If interested or for further information contact IRD Waterville Ltd on 0669474366

TIDY TOWNS

Waterville Tidy Towns are looking for Second Hand Books and clothes as part of their Sustainable Waste project for Supervalu Tidy Towns Competition. So if you are having a closet clearout and you wish to donate contact Trish 0877926181 or IRD 066-9474366.

COMHCHOISTE COURSES

HACCP Saturday April 8th at 10am in the Comhchoiste Cost €100 per person. This would be ideal for anyone intending working in the catering/hospitality sector during the summer. If interested ring Anne at 066 9474888.

WALKS TRAINING

Low Level Walks Guide Training will be conducted in Kerry by the Irish Heart Foundation. This training will take place the weekend of May 27th and 28th and will cost participants €50. This will cover lunch on both days and any training materials. The course will allow participants lead walks on Waymarked ways, looped walks and Slí na Sláinte routes. Further Information 066 9474888

FARM SHOP

Shop will be open every Friday. If there is anyone who would like to supply bread, scones, cakes or any other products please contact us on 066 9474888

GAA NOTES

LOTTO-results from 30/03/17 in The Lobster with jackpot of €3,600. Numbers drawn 02-136-19-25. No winner. €50 each to Eibhlis O’Connell, Carhan, Cahersiveen; Bernard Murphy, Spunkane; Karen Curran. Next draw 06/04/2017 in The Bayview with jackpot of €3,700

CLOTHES COLLECTION-Waterville GAA are still accepting clothes, shoes, belts, bags etc for the clothes collection- No duvets, no pillows. If you are doing a Spring Clean and want to dispose of some stuff, contact Bridie 0879504684 or Marion 0872329973

BUS

Anyone interested in traveling to Croke park next Sunday, April 9th to the Allianz league final Kerry V Dublin, a bus is leaving Ballinskelligs on Sunday morning can pick up along the way. For more info call 087-2229858,