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MERCY Mounthawk students will tread the boards again early next year when they stage a production of a much-loved musical. They will bring ‘Hairspray’ to the Siamsa Tíre stage from January 22 to January 25 nightly at 8pm. Mercy Mounthawk has earned a distinguished reputation for its award-winning shows, as well […]

Our movie reviewer, James Finnegan says ‘Cats’ is a fantasy fable that makes for a memorable viewing experience… SIGMUND Freud once said that “Time with Cats is never wasted”. While he was not specifically refereeing to the new film, based on Andrew Lloyd Webber’s stage musical, which was in turn based […]

IT’S always a hugely popular family day out so it’s no wonder tickets for this years Christmas panto in Siamsa Tíre is nearly sold out! Oliver Hurley productions will present ‘Aladdin’ on Sunday, December 29th and 30th and January 2nd, 3rd and 4th at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Well there’s only […]

In case you get cabin fever at home over the next few days, here’s a few things to get up to… 1. Get to town early on Christmas Eve… The atmosphere in town on Christmas Eve is always special so why not head in with friends and family, have a […]

CONNECT Kerry is hosting its annual Ladies Lunch and Fashion Afternoon at the Ashe Hotel Tralee, on Sunday January 5. Renowned for hosting the event on the last Sunday in November, organiser of the event Margaret Kissane, explained the reason for the move. “This year we felt, with Women’s Christmas […]

Our new film reviewer, James Finnegan, on the conclusion of the Star Wars series, ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Starwalker’… A LONG time ago, in a cinema far, far away I was captivated by a fresh, entertaining and enthusiastic action adventure film called Star Wars that called to mind the […]

IT’S become a tradition for families to meet up at Tralee Rugby Club on St Stephen’s Day and this year is no different as all are invited to join in the fun of a 5k run. Tralee RFC are promising a fantastic day out for all the family where people […]

THE wind howled and the rain pelted down outside, as the launch of a ‘Strictly’ with a difference took place last night. But it’ll be the contestants that’ll be brewing up a storm on the dance floor of the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Saturday, February 8, at a special Mr […]

TRALEE is the perfect spot to ring in the New Year with the family and there are plans to give the decade a major send off and cheer in the new year with a big street party. At 5pm on Tuesday, December 31, the ultimate disco band UV5 take to the […]

WHILE there’s a loads of children’s entertainment in town over Christmas, here’s something to think about in the new year when fun for kids is usually scarce on the ground. The Paula Lambert Puppet Theatre presents Bosco’s ‘Once Upon A Time’ Tour coming to Siamsa Tíre on January 19 for two […]

A TRALEE man is organising a fantastic night of original rock, electronic and hip hop music at The Greyhound Bar on the Saturday before Christmas. Patrick Dolan is currently living in Boston but he’s assembled a host of local bands and singers for the free event on December 21. The […]

A LOCAL author will launch his book at the Action Lesotho Bookshop in the Tralee Shopping Centre on Saturday, December 21, from 1pm-3pm. Aidan Lucid’s ‘The Lost Son’ is a fantasy novel aimed at both adults and teenage readers. Aidan first began writing this novel back in 2005 while recovering from a […]

IT’S back! After the massive success of last January’s event, The Rose Hotel has again teamed up with charities to bring you ‘Back To The 80s’. Dig out those shoulder pads and leg warmers and get set to hit the dancefloor 80’s style at the hotel on Friday, January 24 […]

Let’s hope the weather improves this weekend because the past week has been just miserable. There’s a few things on in town that might cheer you up… Saturday 1. Let it snow… Whatever Met Eireann tells us, there’ll definitely be snow on Saturday in the town centre. Snow Day, organised […]

AFTER being postponed last Sunday due to the Status Red weather warning, the ‘Light To Remember’ ceremony has been rescheduled to take place this Saturday between 6pm and 7pm on the grounds of University Hospital Kerry. The fundraiser for Kerry Hospice will see a Christmas tree lit up with each light […]

THE Oesophageal Cancer Fund (OCF) needs people in Kerry to help with their 19th annual Lollipop Day. On Friday, February 28 and Saturday, February 29, the national charity will host its fundraising and awareness day in Kerry to help raise funds for Oesophageal Cancer across the country. Lollipop Day involves thousands […]

A WONDERFUL event will again take place at Teach an tSolais at St John’s Ashe Street on Saturday, as the Tralee, Ballymacelligott and Ballyseedy parish hosts its annual Christmas Fair. Taking place from 10.30am to 2.30pm, it’s set to be a fantastic day for all the family with raffles and hampers, […]

WITH just two weeks to go, Tralee Bay Swimming Club have announced details of the 68th annual Christmas Day Swim in Fenit. Once again the collection will be in aid of RNLI Fenit Lifeboats and the swim will take place at 12noon. The swim will begin with the traditional singing of Jingle […]

AFTER last year’s ‘runaway’ success, Bon Jovee are set to play another big concert in the Brandon Hotel Conference Centre for two great causes in February. Last February’s gig saw thousands raised for Cliona’s Foundation, the Chemotherapy Unit at UHK and Kerry Hospice, with hundreds supporting the event. This time it’s […]

SIAMSA Tíre will launch its 2019 winter Open Submission Exhibition this Friday at 6pm. In September, Siamsa Tíre invited artists in the southwest of Ireland to submit works with the theme of ‘Boundaries Real and Imagined’ for an exhibition curated by Sharon Murphy. It has been their largest submission to date […]

PREPARATIONS are well underway for the annual Christmas Day swim at Banna Strand. It’s a popular local tradition which will see hundreds of hardy swimmers brave the elements on Banna Strand for a quick dip before tucking into the turkey and ham. “This is our last fundraiser of the year […]

A TREE outside the old Tralee Town Council building (now the motor tax office) will once again be a focal point to remember those who have lost their lives to suicide with a special ceremony this Sunday. Over the last number of years the tree has served as a poignant reminder and […]

ANOTHER festive treat for music lovers is in prospect when the Dingle New-Music Choir and Orchestra come to Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church on Wednesday, December 18 at 7.30pm. Tickets are available in Mac Domhnaill Dental, Upper Rock Street, for €10. The Dingle New-Music Choir and Orchestra, which was founded […]

ADULTS with physical and mental disabilities from all over the county are encouraged to head along to a club night in Tralee on this weekend. Organised by service users in Enable Ireland Tralee, ‘Rise’, which takes place on Saturday, December 14 in Benners Hotel, will give a chance for adults […]

IF you’re brave enough to head out during the storm later, you can browse the stands at the John Mitchels Complex this afternoon until 5pm. The club is welcoming families to their ‘Santa’s Magical Experience’ which also takes place next weekend at their Camp, Ballyseedy base. As well as a chance […]

AFTER the incredible crowds that turned out for the switching on of the lights, Tralee will again be basking in the warmth of the Christmas spirit when it holds a ‘Snow Day’ next week. Snow Day, organised by Tralee Chamber Alliance with support from Kerry County Council, promises to be […]

Less than three weeks to go until Christmas Day and the town will be buzzing with shoppers enjoying the festive atmosphere. Here’s a few things to get up to between the spending… Saturday 1. Magic at Mitchels… JOHN Mitchels are all set to welcome families to ‘Santa’s Magical Experience’ and […]

IF Christmas is the season to be jolly, you won’t be disappointed with a line-up of local comedy talent performing at a special stand-up night later this month. A host of budding comedians will take the stage at the Greyhound Bar on Saturday, December 28 at 8pm. Some of the […]

MADDENS on Milk Market Lane continues to hold unique events and next week is no exception. Next Thursday, December 12, visitors to the cafe/shop will be treated to a very special performance of ‘A Christmas Carol’ by the fireside. This rehearsed reading of the classic story of Scrooge is arranged […]

JOHN Mitchels are all set to welcome families to ‘Santa’s Magical Experience’ and Christmas markets this weekend. The club will hold the event over the next two weekends at their GAA Complex in Camp, Ballyseedy and funds raised will go towards juvenile development in the club. The finishing touches are […]