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The Bard will hit town for pre Christmas treat

The Bard will hit town for pre Christmas treat

It’s one of the most sensational entertainment stories of this or any other year in Kerry. Legendary songwriter and musician Bob Dylan is to perform in Killarney on two successive nights, it has been revealed. In a major coup, the superstar will play in the Gleneagle Arena during a major UK and Ireland tour later… Read More…

Two adventurers canoe around the coast for charity

Two adventurers canoe around the coast for charity

Two adventurers from the UK are undertaking a remarkable challenge this summer as they bid to become the first to canoe around the entire coastline of Ireland in a handmade, skin-on-frame canoe. Their journey will raise funds for Oxfam Ireland. Having set off from Crosshaven Marina, Co Cork on July, Rich Ensoll and Johan Hoving… Read More…

Emma promises a night of belly laughs

Emma promises a night of belly laughs

One of Ireland’s sharpest comedic talents, Emma Doran, is to take to the stage at the Gleneagle Club, Killarney, as part of her new stand-up tour, Emmaculate which promises a night of belly laughs, razor-sharp observations and no-holds-barred honesty. Fresh off the back of her sold-out Dilemma tour – which saw over 20,000 tickets sold… Read More…

Kerry have strength in reserve for Tyrone clash

Kerry have strength in reserve for Tyrone clash

Kerry will have a very strong bench to call on, if needed, for their eagerly awaited All-Ireland SFC semi-final clash with fierce rivals Tyrone in Croke Park on Saturday (5.00pm). Paudie Clifford, Paul Geaney, Tony Brosnan and Mark O’Shea are all listed amongst the replacements but whether the team selected is the side that actually… Read More…

Teddy’s moving ‘daily date’ story left Jackie in tears

Teddy’s moving ‘daily date’ story left Jackie in tears

A chance encounter with a local man reciting the Rosary in Killarney’s St Mary’s Cathedral has prompted a multi-award winning international musician to share an emotional and moving post on social media. Holidaying in Ireland last week, Jackie Sullivan, who hails from the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, was visiting the church when she… Read More…

Private town hall briefing on Áras Phádraig plans

Private town hall briefing on Áras Phádraig plans

The Health Service Executive’s highly contentious plans to develop a primary care centre on the grounds of the Áras Phádraig in Killarney were outlined in considerable detail at a meeting this Thursday with elected members and officials of Killarney Municipal District Council, Killarney Today can confirm. Daniel Clifford, project manager with the HSE’s Estates Office… Read More…

Garda patrol at summer camp provides a great insight

Garda patrol at summer camp provides a great insight

It was a spectacular summer’s day at Lissivigeen National School in Killarney when Garda Cathy Murphy arrived to visit the children attending a summer camp — with blue lights flashing on the squad car, much to the excitement of the young campers. Garda Murphy was welcomed with wide eyes and eager questions as she spoke… Read More…

State commemoration for O’Connell anniversary

State commemoration for O’Connell anniversary

A State commemoration marking 250 years since the birth of Daniel O’Connell is to be held at Derrynane House – The Liberator’s  ancestral home -– on August 6 and it will be attended by An Taoiseach Micheál Martin. The event will be the highlight of an extensive programme of cultural events taking place across Kerry and… Read More…

Ambassador of the State of Palestine on Kerry visit

Ambassador of the State of Palestine on Kerry visit

Kerry this Wednesday by members of the Tralee Municipal District at the Destination Town Gateway which lists the city of Beit Sahour in Palestine that has a twin relationship with Tralee. The Ambassador also attended a welcome event at council chambers. Mayor of Tralee Cllr Terry O’Brien said the challenges faced by the Palestinian people… Read More…

Selma takes possession of the chain of office

Selma takes possession of the chain of office

A new president has taken over at the helm of the Killarney Toastmasters Club. Selma Dineen has succeeded Anne Hannan in the role and the ceremonial handover of the chain of office at the Dromhall Hotel in Killarney marked her one-year term as president. Anne Hannan reflected on a strong year of growth during which… Read More…

Bilingual campaign to keep dogs under control

Bilingual campaign to keep dogs under control

A new bilingual campaign to keep livestock safe from out-of-control dogs has been launched in Kerry. Backed by the IFA and rolled out in various farms, the initiative aims to raise awareness about the dangers of uncontrolled dogs, particularly on farmland where livestock are at risk. The bilingual campaign reinforces the message across Irish and… Read More…

Irish Rail to run extra services for big match

Irish Rail to run extra services for big match

Irish Rail has confirmed additional train services between Kerry and Dublin for Saturday’s All-Ireland semi-final clash. With the throw-in not taking place until 5.00pm,  the regular return trains would be gone by the time the fans made their way back to Heuston Station and Kerry supporters were getting anxious about whether or not there would… Read More…

Rossbeigh to host folklore, storytelling and climate fest

Rossbeigh to host folklore, storytelling and climate fest

A community arts project, focusing on folklore, storytelling and climate connection has been lined up for the beach at Rossbeigh over the coming weekends. Now in its second year, The Mantle arts initiative returns with a vibrant summer programme organised by Kerry County Council with support from Creative Ireland’s creative communities grant scheme. Blending site-specific community… Read More…

Free charging stations mark out the way forward

Free charging stations mark out the way forward

Kerry County Council, with funding support from Transport Infrastructure Ireland, has launched the first in a series of new eBike charging stations as part of a pilot initiative to support sustainable and active travel across the county.  The first two charging stations, located on Mission Road, Killarney and at the library on Shelbourne Street, Kenmare,… Read More…

Square to Share initiative raised over €5,000

Square to Share initiative raised over €5,000

Radio Kerry staff member Kaya Flynn and members of the Milltown Knit and Natter Group have presented a cheque for a cool €5,009.92 to Breda Dyland of the Kerry Cancer Support Group in support of the organisation’s Health Link Transport Service. The funds were raised as part of the Square to Share campaign, which began… Read More…