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National Park prepares to reintroduce Osprey to Ireland

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The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is ready to move forward with the reintroduction of the Osprey to Ireland this summer.The project will include Killarney National Park.

Osprey are a magnificent fish-eating bird of prey that became extinct in Ireland 150 years ago.

The NPWS has been researching and preparing for the potential reintroduction of these birds for a number of years and now expects to reach a significant milestone with the arrival of the first 12 Osprey chicks in July. The reintroduction programme aims to establish a viable, free-ranging Osprey population that eventually breeds in Ireland.

They have a long heritage in Ireland, with several place names around Ireland, particularly in Munster, referencing the bird. For example, Killarney National Park is home to a site known as Osprey Rock at Loch Léinn pointing to the bird’s history in Ireland, particularly close to rivers and lakes as it hunts for fish.

One of the project leaders is local NPWS Divisional Managers Eamonn Meskell, who also led and delivered the ongoing and highly successful White-tailed Eagle Reintroduction Programme in Ireland.

The experience gained and knowledge acquired during the Eagle programme will be of great benefit to the Osprey Reintroduction Programme.

“In addition to the holding pens at the release sites, artificial eyries will also be constructed in the release area,” said Mr Meskell.
“The details of the construction of holding pens and artificial next sites, feeding and care of birds, their transport and release are based on extensive experience with other Osprey reintroduction programmes, and with the White Tailed Eagle reintroduction programmes in Ireland over nine years. Once the chicks arrive in Ireland we’ll be monitoring their progress and adapting their feeding regime to build towards their eventual release over the summer.”
While the programme may take some time for the species to begin breeding again, the reintroduction of this fish-eating apex predator will provide significant insights into the health of the Irish ecosystem, and its waters over time.

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Killarney Cardiac Response Unit to host CPR Training

Killarney Cardiac Response Unit is hosting a public Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training event in the Gleneagle Hotel on Thursday, March 20. The event will take place in the Gleneagle Ballroom […]

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Killarney Cardiac Response Unit is hosting a public Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training event in the Gleneagle Hotel on Thursday, March 20.

The event will take place in the Gleneagle Ballroom from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

“You can register online for our Hands for Life training course or just drop in where you can learn the simple steps to save a life,” said Kevin O’Leary.
The CPR training is free to attend.

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Expert to guide parents on navigating the Digital Age

Renowned family psychologist Dr Richard Hogan will address the challenges of parenting in the digital age at a talk in Killarney. Organised by the Gaelscoil Faithleann Parents Council, the event […]

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Renowned family psychologist Dr Richard Hogan will address the challenges of parenting in the digital age at a talk in Killarney.

Organised by the Gaelscoil Faithleann Parents Council, the event will take place at the Killarney Plaza Hotel on Thursday, March 20 at 7pm.
Dr Hogan will offer practical advice and insights on managing screen time, promoting healthy digital habits, and fostering strong communication with tech-savvy children. The talk is open to all parents of primary and secondary school children.
Dr Hogan said: “I am really looking forward to meeting everyone in Killarney and I will discuss how to develop a harmonious home with that tech savvy child. It’s the issue facing all parents and everything I look at is based on my own experience as a parent, and from my work in schools over 25 years. This event in Killarney will be very open and we can interact with each other and people can ask me any questions they wish.”
Mary Carroll, Chairperson of the Gaelscoil Faithleann Parents Council, said: “We were looking for a guest speaker who would really inform parents on the issues affecting them today and we are delighted that we could organise Dr Richard Hogan to come to Killarney. His work in the media is followed by many, and his advice is practical and relevant for parents today. He will provide practical tips for addressing the challenges of social media, gaming, and technology use in everyday family life.”
This event is open to all parents in all schools, and we welcome everyone to attend. Places are limited so make sure to book in advance on bit.ly/richardhogan to secure a seat.”
Mary Carroll added:, “The number one issue for all parents at the moment, is how to manage screentime in this new digital age, and this is an opportunity to hear from an expert and ask any questions that you have. We will provide the facility to ask questions anonymously by having a question box, which Dr Hogan will go through and answer during his presentation.”
Tickets are €10 and can be booked at bit.ly/richardhogan or paid for in cash at the door.

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