8 February 2010

Visit Waterville on the Famous Ring of Kerry

Welcome to Waterville Home of the Atlantic salmon, Mick O'Dwyer and real traditional links golf. Our village is established on a narrow land bank between The salty Ballinskelligs Bay and the fresh water of the spectular Lough Currane.

Waterville has a rich tradition and heritage and offers activity breaks for visitor and local. The artist, archaeologist, antiquarian, botanist, fisherman, golfer and holiday maker will find numerous attractions to delight them.

Details of our History, Archaeology and local legends can be found on these pages with maps to guide you. You can also review our walking treks, boat trips, equestrian and sailing activities, accommodation, bars and restaurants and much much more.

For more information about Waterville Click here.

Community First Responders

Community First Responder Teams are now up and running throughout this region.

This is an invaluable community resource.

7.30pm 28th January in Tech Amergin, Waterville

The new Swansea-Cork Ferry Service commences sailing Monday March 1^st. This meeting will outline the company, the service the future plans and the benefits of SWK being part of the service and marketing with the Ferry Company. All South West Kerry Businesses are welcome.

Great News for Rugby Fans

Great News. South West Kerry has set up it 's own Rugby Union Club for the region.
Munster Rugby is visiting the new Sports Ground in Cahirciveen for training and advice on Thurs 21 Feb. 2010. @ 8.00pm

The 18th Éigse na Brídeoige will be held from 5th February to 7th February. The Éigse weekend has established itself as perhaps the most significant exploration of the culture and heritage of South Kerry in the year's calendar. The events are spread over various centres in the Gaeltacht areas of Iveragh in South Kerry. This year our theme will be Caoineadh Art Uí Laoire / The Lament for Art O'Leary, the long poem composed by Eibhlín Dubh Ní Chonaill of Derrynane, an aunt of Daniel O'Connell.

Every Tuesday @ 8.30pm in Waterville Community Centre

This event needs local support or it will not be able to continue long-term.

Regeneration of Waterville

Recently a regeneration group has been established in the hope of providing an opportunity to create community cohesion and involvement in the development of a better future for everyone in Waterville

Enrolment for Classes in the New Year Programme 2010 took place on Monday 18th January, but people can still join by telephoning 066-9478956. For details of all courses on offer Click here

Irish Amateur Boxer Catches First Salmon of the Season on Lough Currane!

Well known Irish amateur boxer Will Hammill from Dublin caught the first salmon on the first day of the new fishing season on Lough Currane on January 17th weighing 11lbs.

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Information Meeting Swansea-Cork Fastnet Line

7.30pm 28th January in Tech Amergin, Waterville

Scarriff Meats- More than just a Butcher!

When you go into Scarriff Meats today, you'll find a lot more than just an ordinary butcher!

This years letter is 'A'

This Annual Event was held in the Bayview Hotel on 30th December and was as usual a great success. All Proceeds went to St. Finian's National School so thanks to all who contributed

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Waterville GAA Lotto Results

Draw 17-01-2010 with jackpot at €1650

Numbers Drawn 05, 10, 11, 25

No winner.

€50 each to
Vicky Boyle, Beenbane
Fiona Curran, Breahig
Patrick Moran, Bunavalla

Next Draw 21-01-2010 in the Fishermans Bar with jackpot at €1, 700