Killarney News

Back row – Left to right Michelle O Sullivan, Georgina O Shea, Sadie Murphy, Kaylyn Murhill, Natalia Kennedy, Anne Lynch, Sara Fitzgerald, Sally Almanassier, Jessica Chain, Elaine Kearney Front row – Left to right Christopher Buckley, Tara O Shea (Tutor), John Keane...

Around 3,500 citizens from 120 countries became citizens of Ireland at a ceremony in the INEC on Monday. It was the first time a citizenship ceremony on this scale took place outside of Dublin. 683 Polish nationals were granted Irish citizenship, the most of any...

As you enter Sneem from Killarney you are met with the imposing lifesize monument erected in memory of Steve Casey, a world champion from a family of champions. Weeshie Fogarty did a fine Terrace Talk programme on Steve and on his six other brothers, also world...

Celtic Steps Entertainment launched their new sensational Irish show, Songs From Ireland, featuring the incredible vocals of the O'Neill Sisters last Saturday night. The O'Neill Sisters, who are renowned locally for their talents, have also recently received much...

Coffee fans are in for a real treat today as The Black Sheep Cafe opens its doors for the very first time. Located in Unit 1, New Market Lane (where Plan B used to be), the cafe will serve speciality coffee, loose leaf tea, pancakes and smoothies. The project is the...

On Monday Major Colgan’s pub, formerly The Jarvey’s Rest, at Muckross Park Hotel & Spa welcomed over 90 local B&B and guesthouse owners to their rebrand and season launch evening. Showcasing the newly renovated pub, enhanced menu options and its renowned Irish Night...

Last Thursday night was a star-studded occasion in Killarney Community College as teachers, students, parents and distinguished guests assembled for the annual awards ceremony to honour and recognise students in the college. The awards night at Killarney Community...

Kerry’s All-Ireland hopes were dealt a major blow this week as Johnny Buckley announced that he won’t be making himself available for selection for the upcoming championship. Buckley, a versatile player who can operate in midfield or in the half forward line, cited...

Soccer expert Kevin McCarthy walked away with a €250 voucher for Brian James after seeing off all comers in the 2017/18 Killarney Advertiser Fantasy Football League. It was a gruelling nine-month campaign but Kevin finished first out of 383 competitors to eventually...

This week, on one of the most glorious evenings of the year, we hit Loch Lein for possibly the most scenic Chatroom yet! Killarney Advertiser’s Kieran Healy felt as safe as houses in a boat surround by members of Killarney Water Rescue! Jimmy, Sinéad, Isobel and Alice...

When Shane and Deirdre Horgan suspected that their youngest son, Fionn, might be autistic, they put their name on a waiting list for a service dog. Two years later, My Canine Companion gave them Bosco, an exceptionally talented Goldendoodle who has quickly become a...

The town of Killarney was left in a state of shock this week following the tragic passing of 46-year-old local man Danny McGough. The well-liked father of three is considered by many to be one of the best snooker players the county of Kerry has ever produced, and his...