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Councillors Reiterate Call For Funding For Tralee-Fenit Greenway

Councillors Reiterate Call For Funding For Tralee-Fenit Greenway

March 13, 2019 at 1:28 pm Comments are Disabled

THE Mayor of Tralee and councillors in the Tralee Municipal District have reaffirmed their unanimous support for Tralee to Fenit Greenway project and have supported calls for funding for the amenity. The ten-kilometre greenway project will see the completion of a three-metre wide greenway suitable for walking and cycling along […]

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Kerry Garda Division To Get New Chief Superintendent

Kerry Garda Division To Get New Chief Superintendent

March 13, 2019 at 12:49 pm Comments are Disabled

A NEW Garda Chief Superintendent will be appointed for Kerry soon in a reshuffle of positions. Current Kerry Garda Chief Superintendent Tom Myers, who was appointed in December 2016, is to take up a role in the Fermoy district in Cork at the end of the month. It is expected he will […]

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Fantastic Ladies Lifestyle Evening For The INEC

Fantastic Ladies Lifestyle Evening For The INEC

March 13, 2019 at 9:58 am Comments are Disabled

CLICK HERE TO BOOK TICKETS FOR ABOVE EVENT DAWN Milk and the National Dairy Council are delighted to host a fabulous Ladies Lifestyle Evening at the INEC, Killarney on Thursday March 28. The evening will include advice on shaping up your diet and nutrition with dietitian Paula Mee. Style queen […]

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Still Time To Enter Tralee Half-Marathon, 10k And 5k Races

Still Time To Enter Tralee Half-Marathon, 10k And 5k Races

March 13, 2019 at 9:58 am Comments are Disabled

WITH just days to go, preparations are well advanced for Saturday when Tralee Harriers will host their fundraising Half Marathon and 10k. The Half Marathon will be starting at the Tralee Bay Wetlands centre at 10am with the 5k/10k starting at 10.30am. The club has been approached by various local running […]

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People Urged To Host Event On May Bank Holiday Weekend For Focus Ireland

People Urged To Host Event On May Bank Holiday Weekend For Focus Ireland

March 13, 2019 at 9:57 am Comments are Disabled

PAULINE McLynn, star of legendary comedy, Father Ted, has teamed up with Focus Ireland today to launch Ireland’s Great Get Together which aims to raise funds to prevent family homelessness. Pauline called on people in Tralee and Kerry to sign up to Ireland’s Great Get Together which takes place on […]

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Kerry Punter Wins Over €182,000 On First Day Of Cheltenham

Kerry Punter Wins Over €182,000 On First Day Of Cheltenham

March 12, 2019 at 9:30 pm Comments are Disabled

A KERRY person won an incredible €182,567.80 for a €2 stake on the first day of Cheltenham, according to Boylesports. The anonymous Boylesports customer won it in a placepot in six of Tuesday’s races. The dividend of the successful selection was €91,283.90 with the €2 stake returning a total payout of […]

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Tralee Tidy Towns volunteers gather for the County Clean-Up day. Photo by Dermot Crean

Call Goes Out To Rally Communities For County Clean-Up Day

March 12, 2019 at 6:23 pm Comments are Disabled

THE eighth County Clean Up will take place on Saturday, 13 April and a call has gone out to individuals and communities across the county to get involved in the annual litter collection effort. Last year, some 5,500 volunteers were out and about on the day with the support of […]

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€2.3m For Housing Adaptations Grants For Older People And People With A Disability In Kerry

€2.3m For Housing Adaptations Grants For Older People And People With A Disability In Kerry

March 12, 2019 at 3:19 pm Comments are Disabled

€2.3 milion has been made available to support home adaptations for older people, people with a disability and people with mobility issues in Kerry. The funding, which has been increased this year, will help enable older people and people with disabilities to remain living independently in their own homes for […]

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PHOTOS: Over 1,500 Young People Enjoy KDYS Youth Day

PHOTOS: Over 1,500 Young People Enjoy KDYS Youth Day

March 12, 2019 at 2:14 pm Comments are Disabled

KDYS Youth Day took place at the INEC Killarney on Sunday last and brought together over 1,500 young people from all over Kerry to celebrate, innovate and illustrate what it means to be young in Kerry today. Youth Day has now grown to become one of the largest annual youth […]

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Chamber To Host Pre-Election Forum For Candidates And Business Community

Chamber To Host Pre-Election Forum For Candidates And Business Community

March 12, 2019 at 11:47 am Comments are Disabled

A PRE-ELECTION Forum will take place on Thursday, April 11 from 8.30am to 11.30am at The Rose Hotel. This will be an opportunity for candidates in the forthcoming Local Authority Elections (in the Tralee MD area) to present their vision and objectives for Tralee and to address key matters from […]

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Work On Development At Former Bridge Inn Expected To Begin This Month

Work On Development At Former Bridge Inn Expected To Begin This Month

March 12, 2019 at 11:23 am Comments are Disabled

WORK will start on a development at the former Bridge Inn/Minstrels at the end of the month. Tralee Municipal District Manager, Michael Scannell, told councillors at the March meeting of Tralee MD last week, that he understood the demolition of the existing building which includes the former Sol Travel offices […]

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Tickets For Warriors Game Go On Sale Wednesday

Tickets For Warriors Game Go On Sale Wednesday

March 12, 2019 at 10:58 am Comments are Disabled

YOUR St Patrick’s weekend starts with this… There’ll be a rush on for tickets again tomorrow, as Garvey’s Tralee Warriors face another busy weekend of action. They’ll tip off against Neptune at 8.15pm this Friday night at the complex and it’s another all-ticket affair with them going on sale tomorrow Wednesday […]

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Yvonne Wins Silver At Image Best In Beauty Awards

Yvonne Wins Silver At Image Best In Beauty Awards

March 12, 2019 at 10:23 am Comments are Disabled

EXPOSE Hair Studio Manageress, Yvonne Savage, has won the Silver Award at the prestigious Image Best in Beauty Awards in Dublin on Sunday. She was the only Kerry hairdresser nominated at the awards and was in a hotly contested category of Best Bloody Brilliant Blow Dry. Yvonne was accompanied by […]

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CBS Boys Prepare To Tread The Boards With Latest Production

CBS Boys Prepare To Tread The Boards With Latest Production

March 12, 2019 at 9:59 am Comments are Disabled

CBS The Green are embarking on their fifth Transition Year dramatic production next week. This year’s choice of play is John Millington Synge’s ‘The Playboy of the Western World ’. The show is being held in the pop-up theatre in the school foyer on Wednesday 20th, Thursday 21st and Friday […]

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John Mulhern ( PICTURED ) the New Kerry Airport General Manager Welcomes Babcock Decision To Locate Base In Farranfore
 
THE newly-appointed General Manager at Kerry Airport has announced that a new helicopter base will soon open in Farranfore to service to service the imminent re-opening of Ireland’s oil and gas exploration industry.
 
The Chairman of Kerry Airport, Denis Cregan, in the company of the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Mr Brendan Griffin TD, formally welcomed John Mulhern at a special gathering of elected, business, civic and community representatives at Kerry Airport.

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John Mulhern the New Kerry Airport General Manager Welcomes Babcock Decision To Locate Base In Farranfore
 
THE newly-appointed General Manager at Kerry Airport has announced that a new helicopter base will soon open in Farranfore to service to service the imminent re-opening of Ireland’s oil and gas exploration industry.
 
The Chairman of Kerry Airport, Denis Cregan, in the company of the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Mr Brendan Griffin TD, formally welcomed John Mulhern at a special gathering of elected, business, civic and community representatives at Kerry Airport.
 
A Waterville-resident, the new General Manager at Kerry Airport, John Mulhern, said: “I’ve landed in Kerry Airport at a very exciting and positive time for the Airport which plays such a key role as a gateway to Kerry. Passenger numbers were up 9% in 2018, a newly refurbished Fire Station is currently under construction, the Gateway Bar and Restaurant have been refurbished and the magnificent new-look Pre-Boarding Area in the Departures Lounge has led to an improved and more pleasant travel experience for outbound passengers. Now, the decision by Babcock locate a base at Kerry Airport opens a significant opportunity for the local economy to benefit from the imminent re-opening of Ireland’s oil and gas exploration industry.  The new Babcock operations at Kerry Airport will be the base from which crews on the rigs will be taken to and from shore.”
 
Kerry Airport possesses modern and spacious hanger facilities, quick check-in and security, and multiple daily flights to Dublin and London with connections for an international workforce.
Farranfore is only 20 minutes from Tralee and Killarney by road and rail and less than an hour by road to two deep water ports – Fenit and Foynes - which have historically acted as oil and gas shore-bases.
 
John Mulhern, who has taken over from the recently-retired Peter Moore, was previously the Chief Operating Officer with responsibilities for Business Development at Mater Private Hospital Cork. Since joining Mater Private Cork in 2016 he played a pivotal role in turning what was a loss-making business into a very successful operation. He will be responsible for the effective delivery of all elements of airport operations within budget.
 
“I’m looking forward to working with the Board to ensure that Kerry Airport remains a major gateway between Kerry and global commercial and tourism markets for many years to come,” said John Mulhern.
Ideally located for anyone wishing to travel on business or pleasure, Kerry Airport services direct flights to seven destinations including: London Luton, London Stansted, Frankfurt-Hahn, Berlin, Alicante & Faro (summer 2019) with Ryanair, and to Dublin with Aer Lingus Regional.
 
For more details, visit www.KerryAirport.ie or call +353 66 976 4644.
 
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John Mulhern has made his home in a quiet area close to Waterville in South West Kerry for the last 12 years and he understands fully the importance of maintaining and developing infrastructures that support the economy of Kerry and those traveling in and out of Ireland’s most beautiful County whether for business or pleasure.
 
Prior to moving to Kerry, he worked and studied in the United Kingdom including in the world-famous Harefield & Brompton hospitals. John also served for four years in the Merchant Navy as the Chief Ships Medical Officer.
 
John Mulhern was introduced as the newly-appointed General Manager of Kerry Airport at an event at the Airport on Monday 11th March at which Tralee Chamber Alliance and Killarney Chamber of Tourism of Commerce presented the former General Manager of Kerry Airport, Peter Moore, with a gift in recognition and appreciation of his 30 years of service. The Board of Kerry Airport will formally acknowledge and show their appreciation to Peter at a private function in the coming weeks.

New Kerry Airport General Manager Welcomes Babcock Decision To Locate Base In Farranfore

March 12, 2019 at 9:47 am Comments are Disabled

  THE newly-appointed General Manager at Kerry Airport has announced that a new helicopter base will soon open in Farranfore to service the imminent re-opening of Ireland’s oil and gas exploration industry. The Chairman of Kerry Airport, Denis Cregan, in the company of the Minister of State for Tourism and […]

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West Kerry Business Wins Enterprise Award

West Kerry Business Wins Enterprise Award

March 12, 2019 at 9:42 am Comments are Disabled

A FOOD business from Annascaul is this year’s winner of the Kerry Enterprise Award for 2019. The top prize of €2,500 went to Thomas and Eileen Ashe, Annascaul Black Pudding Co., who will now represent Local Enterprise Office Kerry at the 21st National Enterprise Awards on Wednesday, May 29 in the […]

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Rain And Wind Warnings For Kerry As Storm Gareth Approaches

Rain And Wind Warnings For Kerry As Storm Gareth Approaches

March 11, 2019 at 5:26 pm Comments are Disabled

STORM Gareth is on the way and with it comes the usual weather warnings from Met Eireann. A Status Yellow Rainfall warning will take effect in Kerry from 6pm this evening until 6am on Tuesday (although it should probably should have taken effect earlier judging by the way the rain […]

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PHOTOS/REPORT: Warriors Secure Vital Win As Title Race Heats Up

PHOTOS/REPORT: Warriors Secure Vital Win As Title Race Heats Up

March 11, 2019 at 5:06 pm Comments are Disabled

Alan Cantwell on an important win for the Warriors in the race for the Men’s Superleague Title… Garvey’s Tralee Warriors 88 Templeogue 77 Warriors produced a performance of quality, intensity and grim determination to get the better of archrivals Templeogue by 88-77 in a pulsating encounter at the Tralee Sports […]

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Chamber Says Council Needs To Address Concerns Of Mall/Bridge Street Businesses

Chamber Says Council Needs To Address Concerns Of Mall/Bridge Street Businesses

March 11, 2019 at 3:34 pm Comments are Disabled

TRALEE Chamber Alliance has encouraged the elected members of the Tralee Municipal District to place a greater emphasis on supporting businesses in the town’s retail and hospitality sectors before the local elections in May. The Chamber said the local authority needs to revisit, in collaboration with Tralee Chamber Alliance, the […]

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Gardaí Investigate Burglary Where Antique Clock Was Stolen

Gardaí Investigate Burglary Where Antique Clock Was Stolen

March 11, 2019 at 3:18 pm Comments are Disabled

GARDAI are appealing to the public for information after a house on the outskirts of Tralee was burgled recently. The house located in the Listellick area was broken into on Tuesday, March 5 between 11am and 5.30pm. A large antique mahogany clock was stolen in the burglary. Gardaí are asking […]

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Launching Daffodil Day were Garda Irene O'Riordan, Cllr Sam Locke, Chris Griffin, Ed O'Connor and Rachel O'Connor. Photo by Dermot Crean

Looking Forward To Daffodil Day In Tralee

March 11, 2019 at 2:19 pm Comments are Disabled

THE Irish Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day takes place this year on Friday, March 22 and it was launched at Kirby’s Brogue Inn on Monday afternoon. Daffodil Day is the biggest and longest running fundraising day for the Irish Cancer Society and is celebrating its 32nd anniversary this year. On Daffodil […]

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Nicola O'Carroll, Aisling O'Leary and Erin Hoare at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean

PHOTOS: More Glamour From The Connect Kerry Hair And Beauty Awards (Part 2)

March 11, 2019 at 11:58 am Comments are Disabled

EARLIER we told you who won what and showed you some of the style at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel (click here for previous coverage). A huge crowd of 260 guests had a wonderful day (and night) and there was some serious glamour to be […]

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Jennifer Conway of Ballyroe Heights Hotel with Celine O'Shea, Kerry Rose 2018, launching the search for this year's Kerry Rose. Photo by Dermot Crean

The Search Is On For Kerry Rose 2019

March 11, 2019 at 11:38 am Comments are Disabled

COULD you or someone you know be the 2019 Kerry Rose? Celine O’Shea, Kerry Rose 2018, kicked off the search for this year’s Kerry Rose at Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Saturday. The selection night will be held on Saturday, June 8, at the hotel with Kerryman Dáithí Ó Sé once again […]

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Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Norma Foley. Photo by Dermot Crean

Cathaoirleach And Chief Executive Of KCC Off To New York For St Patrick’s Weekend

March 11, 2019 at 10:53 am Comments are Disabled

THE Cathaoirleach and Chief Executive of Kerry County Council will take part in a weekend business trip to the United States this week to promote Kerry and meet with business and political leaders as part of the annual St Patrick’s Day celebrations. Cllr Norma Foley and Moira Murrell will meet […]

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Three Musicians To Entertain Crowds At St Patrick’s Day Parade

March 11, 2019 at 10:29 am Comments are Disabled

THE organisers of the 2019 St Patrick’s Day Parade in Tralee are proud to announce that three well-known musicians from Kerry’s Capital will perform on the viewing platform before the parade arrives in the town centre next Sunday. Up-and-coming singer/songwriter, Seamus Harty will be joined in the line-up by Lauryn […]

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Tralee Business Going For Three In A Row Of Awards

Tralee Business Going For Three In A Row Of Awards

March 11, 2019 at 10:17 am Comments are Disabled

TRALEE based financial planning practice, Premier Financial, have for the third year in a row, been shortlisted for the Oscars of the Irish Pension and Investment industry, the annual Life, Pensions and Investment (LPI) Industry Awards which will be held in the Mansion House, Dublin on Thursday, March 21. This […]

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at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean

PHOTOS: Amazing Style At The Connect Kerry Hair And Beauty Awards (Part 1)

March 11, 2019 at 9:49 am Comments are Disabled

IT’S probably one of the most stylish occasions of the year and the ladies attending the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards 2019 did not disappoint when it came to glamour on Sunday at The Rose Hotel. Around 260 guests enjoyed a fantastic afternoon, evening and night of food, fun and […]

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Buildings In Town To Go Green Again For St Patrick’s Weekend

Buildings In Town To Go Green Again For St Patrick’s Weekend

March 10, 2019 at 10:13 am Comments are Disabled

WHILE Blennerville Windmill decided to go green early this week, some of the other well known buildings in town are set to follow suit for St Patrick’s weekend. As part of a now annual initiative between Tralee Chamber Alliance and Kerry County Council, The Ashe Memorial Hall, the Dominican Church, […]

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Motor Enthusiasts Look Forward To Circuit Of Kerry Rally

Motor Enthusiasts Look Forward To Circuit Of Kerry Rally

March 10, 2019 at 10:12 am Comments are Disabled

THE Rose Hotel Circuit of Kerry rally takes place over the weekend of April 7 and the event was launched at the hotel on Saturday afternoon. Organised and promoted by Kerry Motor Club, this year’s clerk of the course is Eoin Duffin who together with the organising team has put […]

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Kerry GAA Stars Present Jerseys To Mercy Mounthawk

Kerry GAA Stars Present Jerseys To Mercy Mounthawk

March 10, 2019 at 10:11 am Comments are Disabled

KERRY stars David Clifford and Shane Enright were in Mercy Mounthawk this week to present jerseys for the school’s football teams. Under the advice of Shane Enright of Bank of Ireland, students worked to organise a bank to raise funds and Bank of Ireland matched those funds to sponsor the […]

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