by Killarney Advertiser | Apr 1, 2021 | News
A novel solution to the growing deer population has been found in Scandinavia and has begun operation in Killarney National Park A Swedish company, that specialises in airlifting deer by helicopter, is transporting large numbers of the animals to higher...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 31, 2021 | App News, News
Killarney Golf & Fishing Club has appointed Graham Spring as the new Director of Golf at the historic course. The Tralee man, a qualified PGA professional and a member of the Club Managers Association of Europe, will bring a wealth of international experience to...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 31, 2021 | App News, News
By Sean Moriarty Kerry County Council does not have the funding to repair a protected structure at Kilbonane Cemetery. A church near Beaufort, which is of historical importance, sits in the southern end of the cemetery and is in danger of collapsing. In recent...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 30, 2021 | App News, News
By Michelle Crean You may have already noticed Killarney man Mike O’Connor popping up in our finance section over the last few months, so perhaps it is time for a formal introduction. Mike is a CFA Charterholder but currently working as an investment...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 30, 2021 | App News, News
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has this evening (Tuesday) announced the latest plans for easing Level 5 restrictions in an address to the nation. These include: 5km travel limit will no longer apply from April 12 and people can move within their county All pupils and...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 30, 2021 | App News, News
A Kerry County Councillor believes that the replacement of some water pipes in the Beaufort area by Irish Water, brought only a temporary relief to the long suffering householders there. Fianna Fáil’s Michael Cahill said that there has recently been an interruption in...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 29, 2021 | App News, News
‘Good, Honest Pizza’ company, Four Star Pizza, to give away €1,000 on April 1! Someone in Ireland could be in for a big pay day on April 1 and all they need to do, to be in with a chance of winning €1,000, is simply place an online order with Four Star Pizza up until...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 29, 2021 | App News, News
Gardaí have arrested and charged a man in relation to the seizure of €7,300 of suspected cannabis in Kerry on Saturday (March 27). As part of an ongoing investigation in the Kerry Division, Gardaí from the Kerry Divisional Drugs Unit executed a search warrant at a...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 29, 2021 | App News, News
A new chairperson has been appointed to Kerry Convention Bureau (KCB). Director of Business Tourism for the Gleneagle Group, Breffní Ingerton, will take the helm taking over from outgoing Chairperson Mike Buckley, Managing Director of Kerry Coaches Ltd, who has served...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 29, 2021 | App News, News
CYCLE PATHS: Work is expected to commence on the development on new cycling infrastructure in Killarney town over the summer following agreement by local councillors on the proposals. From left: Cathaoirleach Killarney Municipal District, Cllr. Brendan Cronin, Manager...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 29, 2021 | App News, News
WELL-BEING CAMPAIGN: Prominent Kerry people from the world of sport, theatre, business, education and the media launched Kerry Mental Health Association’s campaign ‘5 Ways To Wellbeing – Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Keep Learning & Give’. Pictured at the...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 28, 2021 | App News, News
NEW ARRIVAL: Baby Henia Norrie Buckley, pictured with her parents Killian Buckey and Magdalena Sobierajska, was born in France last week. By Michelle Crean A very special delivery arrived last week in France – baby Henia Norrie Buckley who has a strong Killarney...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 28, 2021 | App News, News
In Part 2 of his feature piece on handball, Eamonn Fitzgerald traces the history of the sport in Killarney In last week’s column we highlighted the locations of three handball alleys in Killarney, all now silent, where once they were a hive of activity. But we...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 27, 2021 | App News, News
VIRTUAL WALKS: Committee Member Phyllis O’Sullivan and Cathal Walshe PRO with the Killarney Branch of Kerry Hospice Foundation are calling on members of the public to get involved in the virtual ‘Long Good Friday Walk’. Photo: Michelle Crean By Michelle Crean ...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 27, 2021 | App News, News
CHEQUE: A cheque for €5,440 from the Christmas Jumper Day was presented to Kerry Hospice Foundation Killarney Branch on Thursday. From front l-r were: Kacper Bogalecki, Dermot O’Reilly (KHF Killarney Branch), Hollie Spellman. Back l-r: James Ward, Divine Okhaus...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 27, 2021 | App News, News
HISTORIC: Committee members from l-r: Dr Tim Horgan (Historian), Derry Healy, Mike Scannell, Tina Healy, Liz Spillane, Seamus Moynihan and Jimmy Kelly met at 3pm on Sunday to mark exactly one hundred years since the Headford Ambush. By Michelle Crean It may not...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 26, 2021 | App News, News
Confirmation that Killarney is to receive over €16 million under the Government’s Urban Regeneration and Development Fund has been described as fantastic news for the town at a time when it was most needed. Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce President, Cllr...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 26, 2021 | App News, News
SHIRTS: Adam Moynihan of Vintage GAA has offered fellow jersey collector Snoop Dogg these classic Kerry shirts to wear during his Killarney show. Inset: Snoop wearing an AC Milan jersey at a concert in Italy. When rap superstar Snoop Dogg takes to the stage at...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 26, 2021 | App News, News
FUNDING: Minister Norma Foley pictured outside the Áras Phádraig in Killarney with Mayor of Killarney Cllr Brendan Cronin, Niall Kelliher Chamber President, and Killarney Municipal District Manager Angela McAllen welcoming the funding announcement of over €16m which...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 26, 2021 | App News, News
NEW DEAL: Balint Kaman (left) and Adam Moynihan (Sports Editor Killarney Advertiser) pictured outside Four Star Pizza Killarney to announce a new sponsorship deal with the Killarney Advertiser which kicks off this week. Photo: Michelle Crean In a ground-breaking...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 26, 2021 | App News, News
By Michelle Crean Plans for five major cycle lanes over 3.8kms throughout Killarney town got the seal of approval this week as councillors unanimously voted for it to go ahead. During a five hour long online meeting which saw two amendments, Killarney Municipal...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 26, 2021 | App News, News
NATIONAL CAMPAIGN: Killarney resident and Polish national Anna Pokojska is one of the faces of a new Polish/Irish campaign for Organ Donation Awareness Week. Photo: Michelle Crean By Michelle Crean A Killarney resident who has had a new lease of life after getting the...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 26, 2021 | News
St Brigid’s students are champions of the Irish language By Sean Moriarty Two fifth year students at St Brigid’s Secondary School had a double cause for celebration last week after being recognised for their efforts in promoting the use of the Irish language. Rebecca...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 26, 2021 | App News, News, Sport
Kerry light heavyweight boxer Kevin Cronin has set his sights on national glory after his fourth round TKO victory over Boris Mrkonjic in Luxembourg. The Milltown native was hoping to get six rounds under his belt against the Bosnian on Saturday but his opponent could...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 26, 2021 | News
Community air ambulance called out 590 in first full year A volunteer with the Irish Community Rapid Response (ICRR) helicopter has raised concerns over fundraising for the vital service as a result of COVID-19 restrictions. The emergency helicopter is funded entirely...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 25, 2021 | News
Advertiser reunites two antique collectors By Sean Moriarty The Killarney Advertiser prides itself as being the heart of the community and this week were able to reunite two local antique collectors who were able to share valuable information on projects they are...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 24, 2021 | News
Killarney preparing for the Italian job Killarney is extending the hand of friendship to the bustling village of Verrès in Italy with an open invitation to its community leaders and interested citizens to participate in the town’s 2022 St Patrick’s Day parade. Strong...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 24, 2021 | App News, News
Killarney entrepreneur and publican launches plan to tackle rising costs in bar trade Local publican Sean O’Mahony has launched a new start-up company, Licensed Premises of Ireland, which will significantly reduce overheads for publicans as they prepare to re-open...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 23, 2021 | App News, News
In anticipation of reopening, The Europe Hotel & Resort is excited to announce ‘The Europe at Home’, a delicious 5 star dining experience to be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. Their Executive Head Chef, Alex Nahke and his team have created two...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 23, 2021 | App News, News
Killarney man and Ireland South MEP Seán Kelly is behind a new campaign to keep children safe online. Following a campaign by Mr Kelly, new EU measures to prevent online bullying of young people has been named as a political priority by the European Parliament’s...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 22, 2021 | App News, News
Killarney National Park and Glacier National Park in Montana, USA have today (Monday) been officially paired in an agreement which will last five years. Signed earlier today in a virtual ceremony which has established Glacier National Park and Killarney...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 22, 2021 | News
Hotel bookings worryingly low for summer months Hotel owners in have raised concerns for the season ahead after a new survey revealed that summer bookings are at an all-time low. They have also raised concern at the number of cancelations and have said that through...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 22, 2021 | News
This week Marian O’Doherty and Patrick Fleming reached the fantastic milestone of 25 years of employment at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club. “On behalf of the management team and members of Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, I extend our heartfelt thanks and...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 22, 2021 | News
Parents managing school crossing at Fossa NS Exclusive Concerns have been raised after parents are being forced to operate a school crossing in Fossa. Since pupils returned to school following the extended post-Christmas lockdown, Fossa National School has been left...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 21, 2021 | News
St Patrick’s Festival Committee in Killarney have announced a photo competition to celebrate your virtual St. Patrick Day – from the comfort of your own 5KM. Simply take a photo that reflects St Patrick’s Day and send to info@stpatricksfestival.ie and you could...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 21, 2021 | News
The unknown solider of the Headford Ambush EXCLUSIVE By Sean Moriarty A grand-nephew of the unknown soldier who died during the War of Independence at Headford one hundred years ago today has vowed to get to visit the site as soon as restrictions permit. Giles Baily...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 20, 2021 | News
Killarney Gardai said there will be more arrests in relation to the anti-social behaviour issues at Ballyspillane issues over the Christmas period. Superintendent Flor Murphy told the Killarney Advertiser the investigation “is very much live and...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 20, 2021 | News
Children’s art goes on display at St Mary’s By Sean Moriarty Local children may have to wait one year to see the fruits of their efforts but a special art display has finally gone on public view at St Mary’s Church of Ireland in the town centre. This time last year,...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 20, 2021 | News
Lifesavers! Family praise hero firemen Exclusive By Sean Moriarty The family of an elderly Killarney woman are calling for awards to be presented to two members of Killarney Fire and Rescue after they saved her life. Kathleen Flynn was at home in Ardshanavooly when...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 20, 2021 | News
John Lenihan calls time on Fitzgerald Stadium role Event Safety Manager at Fitzgerald Stadium John Lenihan has called time on his role by announcing his retirement from the job. He was one of the best-known faces at the Killarney venue over the last decade. Over his...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 20, 2021 | News
Marking a moment in time EXCLUSIVE By Sean Moriarty For the second year in a row the streets of Killarney fell silent on St Patrick’s Day. Ireland’s National Holiday is usually a day of celebration and revelry but all public events were cancelled again this year as...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 19, 2021 | News
Ballyspillane Feud: Four men banned from Killarney Killarney Gardai said there will be more arrests in relation to the anti-social behaviour issues at Ballyspillane over the Christmas period. Superintendent Flor Murphy told the Killarney Advertiser the investigation...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 19, 2021 | News
Killarney to get over €16 million in funding windfall. EXCLUSIVE As predicted in last week’s Killarney Advertiser, Killarney is to receive €16.6 million in funding in the Regional Economic Driver and Destination programme attached to the urban...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 18, 2021 | App News, News
UP IN THE AIR: Seán O’Riordan presented €7,000 to Irish Community Rapid Response crew last week. By Sean Moriarty A Killarney school teacher has raised a staggering €7,000 for the Millstreet based Irish Community Rapid Response (ICRR) helicopter. Rathmore man Seán...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 18, 2021 | App News, News
By Sean Moriarty Kerry County Council says it’s open to providing lands for allotment-style gardening in the town area provided there is sufficient interest shown by community groups or individuals for such a project in the area. The Council was responding to a...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 17, 2021 | App News, News
By Sean Moriarty Residential parking permits are being issued to people who don’t qualify for them a Killarney Municipal District meeting has been told. Cllr Niall Kelleher raised an issue at last Wednesday’s online meeting where he said that people are flouting the...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 17, 2021 | App News, News
By Sean Moriarty A junction which has long been a thorn in the side of local motorists continues to be on the Council agenda as new issues in the area have come to light. As a result of increased walking activity in the general Killarney area, pedestrians are...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 16, 2021 | App News, News
DONATION: €13,000 has been donated to charity from the ‘Margaret O’Connor Memorial Walk’. Pictured from l-r were: Marie O’Connell, Mary O’Donoghue, Pat Doolan, Tom O’Connor, and Paddy O’Sullivan. By Michelle Crean Given...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 16, 2021 | App News, News
Colourful costumes were all part of the theme at Scallywags Preschool last week as the children were super excited to make a return and see their friends and teachers. To mark the occasion they celebrated with World Book Day and dressed up as their favourite...
by Killarney Advertiser | Mar 15, 2021 | App News, News
EXCLUSIVE By Sean Moriarty A Killarney councillor is going to write to Finance Minister Paschal O’Donoghue calling for a moratorium on mortgages for people on long-term Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP). Niall ‘Botty’ O’Callaghan is concerned about the number of...
