THERE were standing ovations over a number of performances at Siamsa Tíre this week, as the young cast from Bryan Carr’s School of Performing Arts staged ‘Shrek The Musical Jr’. The students of the local stage school in Tralee — who are celebrating 15 years in business this year — performed sold-out shows on […]

David Moriarty reports on Kerry FC’s game in Ballybofey last night where the points were shared… FINN HARPS 0-0 KERRY FC Kerry made their longest trip of the season on Friday evening as they took on Finn Harps in Ballybofey. Kerry picked up one point in the two visits to […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…  Q. As an employee, what are my entitlements in relation to Public Holidays? Most employees are entitled to paid leave on public holidays. There is an exception for certain […]

Our movie guy, James Finnegan, picks three movies to watch on TV tonight… In amongst the multitude of rugby and soccer fixtures, there are still a few films that are well worth viewing on Saturday. Paddington (Saturday 7pm RTE1) tastefully updates the traditional story of this long time children’s favourite. […]

THE Kerry ladies football team will play Galway in Round 7 of the Lidl Ladies National Football League Division 1 this Sunday. The game forms part a double header with the men’s game against the Tribesmen earlier that afternoon at Fitzgerald Stadium, Killarney. The ladies game has 3.45pm throw-in time. Tickets […]

TRALEE Musical Society is back with the musical comedy Sister Act which will be staged from April 9th to April 13th. Based on the hit 1992 film, the stage production is filled with gospel music, dancing and a  story that will entertain audiences. Tracy Foley is Mother Superior, alongside award-winner Clodagh […]

IT was an emotional Thursday for all in the Listellick school community as they bade farewell to their much-loved Principal Annette Dineen. Pupils, staff, members of the board of management and local clergy filled the sports hall at the school for a gathering to honour Annette who has been in […]

THE Ballyroe Heights Hotel was awash with glamour on Thursday night as students from Munster Technological University got glammed up to have a ball. They got that Easter holiday feeling early at the Nursing and Agricultural Studies Students Ball, one of the social highlights of the year. Over 300 students […]

THE folks at Tralee Lions Club are once again showing their generosity in the community by organising a fundraiser for a local school. St Ita’s and St Joseph’s School has started a campaign to raise funds for a new bus for transporting children on school trips and activities and this […]

KILLARNEY is on a high this weekend with the much-anticipated Wander Wild Festival, which is packed with unforgettable experiences for outdoor, adventure, and wellness enthusiasts, along with a full kids programme. The UNESCO Killarney National Park will be buzzing with lots of outdoor activities from Stand Up Paddleboarding and Sunrise Dips, to Hikes, […]

THE annual Ceiliúradh na nÓg was held last Thursday, March 14 in the Brandon Hotel, Tralee. There were 330 students from Post-Primary schools throughout the Diocese of Kerry attending the celebration day. Co-ordinated by the Post-Primary Diocesan Advisor, Tomás Kenny, in collaboration with the principals, teachers, chaplains and students of […]

A THIRD-YEAR student in the BA Food Business Innovation programme at MTU Kerry Campus clinched the coveted title of ‘Best Business Pitch’ at the MTU Prize for Innovation Awards held in Cork on March 14. Amongst over 65 participants and over 200 students from various disciplines including bio-mechanical engineering, computer science, […]

KERRY GAA stars Diarmuid O’Connor and Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh traded their football boots for bicycles on Wednesday afternoon as they helped local cancer support charity, Recovery Haven Kerry, kickstart their recruitment campaign for this year’s Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle (ROKCC). Recovery Haven has been chosen as a Tier Two […]

STUDENTS at Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí are embarking on an exciting language, cultural and sporting exchange programme with their fellow German students at partner school Martin von Cochem Gymnasium in the town of Cochem located in the Mosel region between Frankfurt and Cologne. This new initiative won the joint support of Léargas, the […]

By Ivan Hurley KERRY make the nearly 830km round journey to the hills of Donegal this coming Friday evening (kick-off 7.45pm ) to face Finn Harps in Ballybofey. The Kingdom go to the Northwest on a three-game-unbeaten run, the first time in the club’s history. Back-to-back league draws against Athlone […]

THERE’S just over a week to go until people take to the roads around the county for the annual Good Friday Walks in aid of the Kerry Hospice Foundation. There are over 2o walks taking place and Kerry Hospice Ambassador Deirdre Walsh officially launched the walks last week on the […]

UNIVERSITY Hospital Kerry (UHK) has announced the return of the People of UHK Awards for 2024, now in its third year. Once again, they invite the public to nominate deserving members of  UHK staff who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to patient care and service excellence. Following the tremendous response from the […]

A LIXNAW man has been appointed to the Board of TG4. Catherine Martin, TD, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media today confirmed the appointments of new members to the Boards of RTÉ and TG4. Éamonn Ó hÁrgáin from Lixnaw is one of two people appointed to the board […]

GAELCHOLÁISTE Chiarraí Transition Year students came home with two awards from an event in Cork on Tuesday. Two groups of TY students from the school competed in the All Ireland TY Drama Festival  at the Cork Opera House. The two short plays from the students— ‘Cé A Mharaigh Art Ó Laoghaire’ […]

By Principal Pat Neenan Moyderwell Mercy Primary School, Tralee offers a friendly, welcoming atmosphere where children feel happy and secure in a family-like environment. A highly motivated and dedicated staff work diligently as a team to nurture the children and foster a willingness to learn. Conveniently located in Tralee Town […]

GARDAI are investigating a case of criminal damage at a housing estate in Tralee last week. Between Thursday, March 14 at 7.30pm and Friday, March 15 at 10am, someone slashed the tyres on a car outside a house in Gallowsfield. Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or […]

KERRY LGFA has announced that Kerry & West Limerick Credit Unions have come on board as sponsors of the Donal Curtin Cup. The Donal Curtin Cup will see 33 clubs from across the county compete in over 200 games across 5 divisions commencing on Sunday, March 24. Nora Fealy, Chairperson […]

DOWN Syndrome Kerry (DSK) has announced the launch of its ‘Lots Of Socks’ campaign in celebration of World Down Syndrome Day, taking place on Thursday, March 21st. This campaign aims to raise awareness, promote inclusivity, and celebrate the unique talents and abilities of their members. “Renowned comedian Bernard Casey has […]

Alan Cantwell reports on the InsureMyVan.ie Men’s U20 National League 2023/2024 – Quarter Final on Bank Holiday Monday… Tralee Warriors 68 Templeogue 65 Tralee Warriors’ credentials to win back to back Mens U20 National League titles survived a thorough examination on Bank Holiday Monday when they came from behind to […]

MEMBERS of the St John the Baptist Liturgy Drama Group will once again be performing their dramatic presentation of the Good Friday Story, as part of the traditional Good Friday Ceremony, at 3pm in the Parish Church, Castle Street, Tralee. Over 40 parishioners of various ages, from under 8 to […]

ROGER Casement will once again be celebrated at The Gathering at Lios Mhic Easmainn (Casement Fort), Ardfert, at 12 noon on Good Friday, March 29. People from all walks of life are expected to be in attendance on the 108th anniversary of ‘the landing’ on Banna Strand  and Dr Tim […]

MINISTER for Education Norma Foley TD has completed  a six-day visit to Scotland, Wales and England as part of the Government’s series of St. Patrick’s Day visits. She marched in the St Patrick’s Day parade in London and addressed the Irish Festival at Trafalgar Square. Up to 100,000 people attended the […]

THE MTU Enterprise Showcase and Kerry Start-Up Challenge 2024 took place on Friday March 15 on the grounds of Munster Technological University, North Campus, Tralee. It was organised by the MTU Kerry Campus Enterprise Team; Emily Reen, Enterprise Co-Ordinator and New Frontiers Programme Manager, Erin Lonergan, Programme Administrator, Anne Looney, […]

Deniese O’Flaherty reports on Kerry’s win over Meath in the Lidl National Football League Division 1 on Sunday in Ashbourne… Kerry 1-15  Meath 0-5  Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh led the way with a haul of 0-8 as Kerry put in a clinical performance against Meath in Donaghmore-Ashbourne. She kicked six of them […]

Alan Cantwell on the InsureMyVan.ie Men’s Super League 2023/2024 – Round 19 game at the weekend… Moycullen 79 Garvey’s Tralee Warriors 85 Garvey’s Tralee Warriors will take on Éanna in the quarter final playoff of the InsureMyVan.ie on Saturday, March 23 at Colaiste Éanna, Rathfarnham (Tip off 7pm) after the final round of regulation […]