Kerry Library has received a donation of a framed photograph of Kerry native and Irish revolutionary, barrister, politician and judge Fionán Lynch. It was presented by his grandnephew, Professor Tim Lynch, to the County Librarian Tommy O’Connor in the Kerry Library Archives. Also present were former Minister Jimmy Deenihan and Professor Maurice Bric, Director of… Read More…
Dates for Confirmation ceremonies in the Diocese of Kerry have been finalised and the ceremonies for the Killarney primary schools will take place on Friday, March 7. The opening ceremonies of 2025 will be in Rathmore on the morning of Tuesday, February 18 with Beaufort that afternoon. Confirmations in St Francis Special School in Beaufort… Read More…
Members of two families of deceased organ donors from Kerry were among participants recorded at the Irish Kidney Association’s annual service of remembrance and thanksgiving which will be broadcast on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player next Sunday, November 17 at 11am. An estimated 1,600 people, including hundreds of families of deceased donors and transplant recipients,… Read More…
The 2024 Tour de Munster charity cycle has successfully raised over €400,000 in support of Down Syndrome Ireland. The grand total was revealed at a cheque presentation ceremony with cycling legend and long term supporter of the Tour, Sean Kelly, presenting the cheque. The 24th Tour marks a significant occasion as the renowned charity cycle… Read More…
The initial public consultation phase highlighting the referred route for the proposed N22 Farranfore to Killarney project will continue this Tuesday in the Great Southern Hotel, Killarney where provisional route plans will be on display all day until 8.00pm. Members of the project team will be on hand to assist visitors with any queries. The… Read More…
They entertained the masses in Paris during the Olympic Games and now music maestro Liam O’Connor and his multi-talented family have been bringing it all back home for the athletes to celebrate again. They memorably performed live during the summer games at the official Team Ireland Supporters House at the legendary Irish pub, O’Sullivans by… Read More…
Kerry needs someone who can bridge the gap between the needs of local communities and the decision-makers in Dublin, Kerry general election candidate Billy O’Shea has stressed. He said he believes he is the best suited candidate and he is looking forward to the challenge and opportunity to serve. The first-time Fine Gael candidate, who… Read More…
There has been a call for the tax rates on Capital Acquisitions Tax to be further reduced. Fianna Fáil general election candidate, Linda Gordon Kelleher, said the current situation is placing a big burden on people. “I welcome the increase of the threshold for a son or daughter who receive inheritance in Budget 2025 but… Read More…
Without tourism, Kerry would be a wasteland of closed businesses, massive dole queues and crowded airplanes heading out on the emigration trails once more, it has been claimed. Fianna Fáil general election candidate, Cllr Michael Cahill, said commercial rates and VAT must be reduced for the sector immediately to avoid disaster. “Closed businesses are no… Read More…
Shocking new figures have revealed that there are currently 3,899 people in Kerry awaiting physiotherapy, with 729 waiting over a year. For occupational therapy, 1,509 are waiting, with 201 waiting over a year and there are 97 waiting for speech and language therapy, with patients waiting over 12 months. Highlighting the figures, Kerry Sinn Fin… Read More…
Talented screenwriter Ailbhe Keogan has taken over as chairperson of the Kerry International Film Festival. She succeeds Grace O’Donnell who has spent 15 years on the board, the last eight as chairperson, and she will remain a valued member going forward. “It was an honour and a privilege to serve as chair for one of… Read More…
Killarney Judo Club, in partnership with Cork City Judo Club, hosted the annual Munster Open on Sunday with local coach Tim Kelly as tournament director. The event hosted 200 entries from across Ireland and the United Kingdom with more than 600 fights on the day. For Killarney Judo Club, there were 27 members of the… Read More…
Students from Pobalscoil Inbhear Scéine in Kenmare have signed up for the Green Schools Water Ambassador programme, in partnership with Uisce Éireann and with support from Clean Coasts, joined and they have been tasked to spread the Think Before You Flush message throughout their school and community. The programme encourages students to undertake actions in… Read More…
All roads will lead to Glenflesk GAA Club hall for a rousing Rambling House session on Saturday, November 16, starting at 8.pm sharp. Patrons will be treated to three hours of the best songs, music and stories and in keeping with the great rambling house traditions, tea and brack will be served on the night.… Read More…
Fexco Group has recorded an operating profit of €24 million for the 2023 financial year, a significant increase from the €14.8 million reported in 2022. Income increased from €156.1m in 2022 to €178.7m, marking an increase of 14 per cent year on year. This growth was fuelled by ongoing investments in innovation. Fexco’s Payments and… Read More…
An innovative Kerry Garda who invented a novel way to keep people safe and not disturbed in their homes at Halloween, has won a special award for her efforts. Patricia Fitzpatrick from the Tralee Policing Community Unit devised special Halloween door hangers which essentially were two-sided waterproof signs to hand on door handles. A flashing… Read More…
A sensational seven-day sale, with incredible offers up for grabs, will commence at Cremur Heating, Bathrooms and Stoves this Monday and it will run all though the week until close of business on November 17. Drop into one of the showrooms at the CWS Complex, Upper Rock Street, Tralee or in Newcastle West where there… Read More…
Dr Crokes 1-15 Castlehaven 1-8 Terrific Tony Brosnan demonstrated that class is permanent with a power-packed display for Dr Crokes that sent reigning provincial and Cork champions Castlehaven packing from this year’s Munster Club Football Championship. The lethal Crokes and Kerry attacker contributed 1-7 to the 1-15 to 1-8 victory at Lewis Road as a… Read More…
At the age of 37 and with eight county championship medals, an All-Ireland Under 21 victory, an All-Ireland Club title, Munster Club medals, several East Kerry Championships and County League crowns already to his credit, swashbuckling Dr Crokes star Brian Looney is still hungrier than ever for success on the field. But, as John O’Mahony… Read More…
Dr Crokes and Castlehaven are evenly split with the bookies heading into this weekend’s Munster Club Championship clash in Killarney. Castlehaven, the Cork back-to-back county championships, will be hoping that the trip to Killarney will be a worthwhile one and they are offered at even money to triumph at Lewis Road. Dr Crokes will be… Read More…
