http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/ http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/taoiseach-leads-tributes-to-teen-who-inspired-the-nation-29268561.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/taoiseach-leads-tributes-to-teen-who-inspired-the-nation-29268561.html TAOISEACH Enda Kenny has paid tribute to the courage and dignity of the late Donal Walsh saying that the Blennerville teenager's message of hope is one that all of Ireland should hear and heed. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/no-time-for-self-pity-in-donals-fight-with-cancer-29268631.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/no-time-for-self-pity-in-donals-fight-with-cancer-29268631.html A CANCER diagnosis could, and often does, shatter people but in his four year fight against the disease Donal Walsh never allowed himself succumb to depression, anger or self pity. Instead he remained determined to make the most of the time he had, turning a devastating and debilitating illness into a force for good. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/he-was-an-amazing-young-man-i-never-saw-him-without-a-smile-29268575.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/he-was-an-amazing-young-man-i-never-saw-him-without-a-smile-29268575.html FOR all of his tragically short life Donal Walsh was a sports fanatic whose tremendous spirit and vivacity were matched only by his passion for rugby and the GAA. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/thanks-donal-for-saving-our-lives-29268539.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/thanks-donal-for-saving-our-lives-29268539.html THE grey, stormy skies over Blennerville village on Tuesday reflected the sombre mood in the village as many hundreds of mourners, marching in grim procession, made their way to the family home of the late Donal Walsh to pay their respects to his family and bid a fond farewell to the brave young Cancer victim and anti suicide campaigner who passed away on Sunday. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/ardfert-school-crowned-junior-kings-with-board-game-idea-29268614.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/ardfert-school-crowned-junior-kings-with-board-game-idea-29268614.html THE pupils and staff at Ardfert Central National School have described their delight, shock and elation following the news that the school had scooped top prize in the Junior Entrepreneur Programme. Local Notes Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/ce-scheme-workers-give-town-park-a-muchneeded-facelift-29268599.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/ce-scheme-workers-give-town-park-a-muchneeded-facelift-29268599.html DINGLE Town Park is looking fabulous lately thanks to the efforts of local Community Employment (CE) Scheme workers. Local Notes Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/putting-their-lives-on-the-line-to-rescue-29268542.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/putting-their-lives-on-the-line-to-rescue-29268542.html IT was a Sunday afternoon and conditions were clear and dry. Local Notes Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/entertainment/on-behalf-of-scotland-and-billy-we-really-are-sorry-29268626.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/entertainment/on-behalf-of-scotland-and-billy-we-really-are-sorry-29268626.html Sir, I appreciate you can't publish this verbatim, but do what you can - for Scotland's sake... Entertainment Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/funding-crux-leaves-listowel-to-put-up-with-boneshaker-road-29268510.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/funding-crux-leaves-listowel-to-put-up-with-boneshaker-road-29268510.html ONE of the busiest approach roads to Listowel is in a 'dreadful' state, but can expect little funding from on high as the NRA allocation for regional roads is now a fraction of what it once was. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/butcher-defecated-in-garda-cell-29268511.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/butcher-defecated-in-garda-cell-29268511.html A BUTCHER who defecated in a cell in Listowel Garda Station and contested a charge that he had failed to give his name and address to gardaí lost his case at Listowel District Court on Thursday. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/ardfert-mass-to-be-broadcast-on-internet-29268531.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/ardfert-mass-to-be-broadcast-on-internet-29268531.html The Diocese of Kerry will celebrate The Gathering 2013 with an open air mass in the historic Ardfert Cathedral this Thursday evening, May 16 - the Feast of St Brendan. Local Notes Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/lifestyle/monky-business-29268530.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/lifestyle/monky-business-29268530.html IF ever you needed proof of a community pulling together then Ardfert National School was the place to be on Saturday evening when almost 500 locals, young and old, donned habits and robes for the school's 'Monk Day' world record attempt. Lifestyle Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/sport/gaa/annascaullispole-win-under14-county-football-league-title-29268533.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/sport/gaa/annascaullispole-win-under14-county-football-league-title-29268533.html Well done to the Annascaul/Lispole U14's who won the County Football League Division 5 final last Wednesday on a scoreline of Annascaul/Lispole 3-9 to Cordal/Scartaglin 4-3. Castlegregory U14's must do it all again after they drew with Brosna/Knock on a scoreline of Brosna/Knock 2-15 to Castlegregory 2-15. That replay is fixed for next Friday at 7.30 and the venue is to be confirmed, best of luck lads. In the Division 1 Final Dingle U14's were beaten by Austin Stacks, keep up the training lads you're time will come. GAA Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/sport/gaa/u16-titles-for-stacks-an-ghaeltacht-and-castle-29268534.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/sport/gaa/u16-titles-for-stacks-an-ghaeltacht-and-castle-29268534.html GAA Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/drunk-and-abusive-on-street-29268513.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/drunk-and-abusive-on-street-29268513.html A DRUNKEN altercation resulted in a district court fine of €240 for a young Listowel footballer who was seen shouting and roaring at another male by gardai. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/grieving-couple-give-helping-hand-to-others-29268517.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/grieving-couple-give-helping-hand-to-others-29268517.html A BALLYHEIGUE couple who suffered the unimaginable heartache of losing their daughter just two weeks before she was due to be born have thanked the people of north Kerry for contributing so generously to the charity that helped them cope with their tragic loss. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/fundraiser-will-be-hard-to-stomach-29268522.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/fundraiser-will-be-hard-to-stomach-29268522.html IF you think you've got the stomach for an 18 inch pizza, a 'fully loaded' 18 oz beef burger with fries and onion rings, or three bowls of spicy chicken wings then now's the time to sign up for a fundraising Man Vs Food challenge at O'Riordan's Restaurant in Abbeyfeale. Local Notes Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/sport/gaa/injury-setback-for-moran-29268538.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/sport/gaa/injury-setback-for-moran-29268538.html Kerry football manager Eamonn Fitzmaurice will have to play the waiting game for the next week to see if three key injury worries can make their way off the treatment table in time for the Munster Championship opener against Tipperary in less than two weeks. GAA Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/mentally-ill-man-may-face-jail-after-knife-incident-at-womans-door-29268537.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/mentally-ill-man-may-face-jail-after-knife-incident-at-womans-door-29268537.html A man who arrived at a woman's door, allegedly brandishing a knife, could be facing a jail term as the incident may have occurred while he was subject to a suspended sentence following an earlier conviction. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/lifestyle/opportunity-to-learn-new-skills-29268526.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/lifestyle/opportunity-to-learn-new-skills-29268526.html For those hoping to learn new skills or simply looking for a fresh start, West Limerick Resources is offering an opportunity to sample a range of skills with the 'Towards Occupation' training programme soon to be rolled out in Abbeyfeale. Lifestyle Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/dogs-get-a-chance-to-help-town-park-29268525.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/localnotes/dogs-get-a-chance-to-help-town-park-29268525.html IF you fancy showing off your precious pooch while supporting one of Abbeyfeale's most treasured amenities at the same time, then be sure be in the town park this Sunday, May 19, for the annual fundraising dog show. Local Notes Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/former-staff-plan-reunion-29268564.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/former-staff-plan-reunion-29268564.html IT first opened in 1967 in response to the increasing demand for seam-free, hold-up tights and it employed over 800 people in its pomp. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/death-in-holland-of-one-of-pretty-pollys-founding-executives-29268563.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/death-in-holland-of-one-of-pretty-pollys-founding-executives-29268563.html THE death has occurred of one of Killarney's pioneering industrialists, former Managing Director of Pretty Polly, Ralph de Zaayer. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/drownings-increase-100-from-200711-29268548.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/drownings-increase-100-from-200711-29268548.html FATALITIES caused by drowning increased by 100pc in Kerry in the five-year period from 2007 to 2011. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/council-will-have-blood-on-its-hands-over-milltown-road-bend-29268553.html http://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerryman/news/council-will-have-blood-on-its-hands-over-milltown-road-bend-29268553.html THE irate father of a teenage girl who is lucky to be alive after her car overturned on a notorious bend near Milltown has claimed that Kerry County Council will have "blood on its hands" if it fails to persuade the NRA to make the road safe. News Wed, 15 May 2013 05:36:02 +0100