It’s a wonderful tradition, dating back generations, and the good news is it shows no signs of abating. Beaufort Biddies steeped it out in some style when performing at Muckross House, Killarney as part of St Brigid’s Day celebrations. They did so in aid of Kerry Parents and Friends Association which is a cause very… Continue Reading
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A dentist, a hypochondriac and a fleeing son brought to life
The creative work of three new writers and directors will feature in the latest productions from Dochas Drama Group at the Killarney Avenue Hotel this Wednesday, Thursday and Friday with the curtain rising each night at 8.00pm. Flossing Around is written by Ger Madden and explores what happens when a woman, who has a fear… Continue Reading
Gifted Liam hits the high notes for a great pal
Top class musician Liam O’Connor had Killarney feet stomping and hands clapping when he played a very special gig in memory of a great friend. He packed The Fáilte Bar on Friday night for a memorial concert for the late Pádraig Harnett who passed away, following a very brief illness, in October. Pádraig worked with… Continue Reading
Kerry legend reflects on the highs and the lows
Kerry GAA legend Aidan O’Mahony will reflect on the great highs and the devastating lows of his time as a footballer on a not-to-be-missed Laochra Gael documentary on TG4 this Thursday night (9.30pm). The Rathmore man, who is living in Killarney and works as a garda in Tralee, overcame chronic health problems in his youth… Continue Reading
Biddies come calling with music, song and dance
Their lively music and song pierced the January air as the colourful Kilgobnet Biddy Group in Beaufort marked the arrival of St Brigid’s Day in some style, parading the dark rural roads of the parish and calling to homes to wish the occupants the blessings of the season. Still making up for the two lost… Continue Reading
