News
ONE of the most iconic structures in Killarney National Park has been damaged and locals believe it was a mindless act of vandalism. Cement blocks that topped the landmark Brickeen Bridge – which overlooks the Lakes of Killarney on the Dinis Peninsula – have been ripped off and tossed on the ground in mysterious circumstances.… Read More…
FOR the ninth day in a row there has been no new case of Covid-19 reported in Kerry. It means the total number of known coronavirus cases in the county remains at 308 which is a tally that dates back to May 19. Nationally, eight more Covid-19 related deaths were confirmed today by the National… Read More…
Sport
KERRY GAA legend Colm Cooper reckons Peter Keane’s squad will need to become more clinical and work harder on their fitness if they hope to knock five-in-a-row champions Dublin off their championship throne. He said whether or not Kerry should have won the drawn All-Ireland final last year, they certainly could have won it as… Read More…
KILLARNEY Legion’s senior ladies’ squad and their management team are planning to embark on a major run to raise funds for the Kerry Hospice Foundation. They will set off on a journey that will total a collective 250km and each player or coach has set themselves an individual target. On May 30 the ladies hope… Read More…
Business
GROUPS in Kerry are being encouraged to apply for funding under the 2020 Town and Village Renewal Scheme with a total of €15 million available. Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Brendan Griffin, said the scheme provides funding for projects which support towns and villages to be more attractive and sustainable. This year it… Read More…
A NEW website has been launched to enable film and television professionals to connect directly with the services, locations and expertise available in Kerry. www.screenkerry.ie is an undertaking spearheaded by Siobhán O’Sullivan, Kerry Film Development Officer with Kerry ETB, in association with Kerry County Council, and the site is now live. A one-stop shop for… Read More…
Features
CHRISTMAS came delightfully early at the luxury Killarney Plaza Hotel spa where members were pampered and treated to a fun evening of festive treats and some wonderful gifts to mark the start of the season in some style. Guests indulged in some fine foods and sipped champagne while being treated to some fabulous carol singing… Read More…
IT’S the established wedding open day highlight of the year – every year – and brides and grooms-to-be will be out in force this Sunday to see how it’s done by the experts. With stylish reception suites, wedding packages to suit every budget, a wonderful reputation for great food and great service and a truly… Read More…
