Killarney News

By Michelle Crean The daughter and sister-in-law of Killarney woman Kay McCarthy who sadly lost her cancer battle four years ago have organised a fundraiser in her memory. Jenny McCarthy and her sister-in-law Aoife Murphy plan a '3k for Kay' for the Irish Cancer...

EXCLUSIVE By Sean Moriarty The long-term future of Killarney’s reputation as an international tourism destination looks secure thanks to the promotion efforts of local industry leaders this week. The Bord Failte’s annual Meitheal showcase – now its 46th year – took...

TECHNOLOGY: Geraldine O’Halloran Killarney Community College), Roisin Moore (St Brigid’s) and Bridget Lucey (St Brendan’s College), pictured with students from the three schools accepting funding for technology equipment from Denis Doolan and John Fuller from...

By Sean Moriarty Killarney hoteliers are predicting a good summer following a surge in bookings in recent weeks. The latest industry survey by the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) shows early signs that hotels in certain parts of the country are beginning to see an...

By Sean Moriarty There's huge concern this week about the future of much loved care facility St Mary of the Angels when it was revealed that national disability and mental health service providers St John of Gods faces debts of €32.5 million. St John of Gods runs the...

By Sean Moriarty Killarney Gardaí are investigating two separate serious assaults that took place in the town in recent weeks. The first one, an alleged sexual assault, took place a few weeks ago but was only reported on Friday last. The alleged attack took place in...

PODS: An example of what the pods could look like. EXCLUSIVE By Sean Moriarty Outdoor dining pods similar to those found in major European cities are set to be introduced to Killarney town centre in a matter of weeks. The proposed pods were revealed to elected members...

There has never been a better time to consider undertaking an apprenticeship. Under a new Apprenticeship Action Plan being finalised by the Department of Further and Higher Education it is planned to increase annual apprenticeship registrations from approximately...

HONOURED: Niamh Bookey is the recipient of the Orla Benson Memorial Scholarship By Sean Moriarty The memory of Killarney native, Orla Benson, who died in tragic circumstances 26 years ago, was honoured last week by her former university. Orla Benson had just completed...

Country singer Daniel O’Donnell has this week announced "with a heavy heart" that he is postponing his INEC Arena dates until August 2022. His was previously scheduled to perform his shows in the Killarney venue in September 2020, and it was rescheduled to this...

By Sean Moriarty   Killarney Golf and Fishing Club is preparing to welcome members back to its courses on April 26 provided Government restrictions allow the sport to resume. Following last week’s announcement from the Irish Government, it has been confirmed that...

EXCLUSIVE By Sean Moriarty   The arts and crafts section of Killarney Community Games is moving online this year and local organisers are calling for entries. Participants can enter via www.mycommunitygames.com for the seven categories including art, handwriting,...