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Loreto entrepreneurs tick all the right boxes
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A group of very clever kids at Loreto National School have shown incredible entrepreneurial spirit by coming up with a kit to treat tick bites.
The idea originated when 6th class pupil Ali O’Donoghue was bitten by a tick and discovered what little information was available to treat her injury. She and her classmates researched the topic and came up with the idea of the Tick Kit, which can be used to treat bites that in some instances can cause Lyme disease.
The kit, which is retailing at a very reasonable €5, includes tick twisters, plasters, antiseptic wipes, a pair of rubber gloves and instructions on the inside of the lid. The project was undertaken by 5th and 6th class students under the supervision of teacher Edward Looney and principal Mary O’Sullivan as part of the Junior Entrepreneur Programme and the students hope that profits made will help fund their upcoming school tour.
“Great credit is due to all the children in 5th and 6th class and their teacher Edward Looney, who have worked very hard on this project,” said Mrs O’Sullivan. “We would like to thank David Rea, producer of Celtic Steps, who visited the children and gave them great advice about setting up a business, as well as our secretary Margaret and our parents who also gave great help and support. It has been a great learning experience for the children in how to develop a business “
6th class pupils Ali O’Donoghue, Amy Healy and Daniel Murphy also recently made a presentation at the Muckross Community Association public meeting on Lyme Disease.
“Going forward, the product has great potential as a fundraiser for the school,” Mrs O’Sullivan added. “We hope to involve parents to further develop the Tick Kit and market it as we have received a lot of enquiries from pharmacies, hotels, outdoor shops, Killarney Tourist Office and the Tropical Medical Bureau.”
For more information on the Tick Kit, please contact Scoil Bhríde Loreto on 064 66 32484.
Green light for Torc Dinis walkway
Planning approval has been granted for a long-awaited lakeside walkway and cycleway connecting Torc and Dinis inside Killarney National Park.
An Coimisiún Pleanála confirmed permission for the elevated platform project, which will complete the popular scenic loop while removing a dangerous 800-metre section along the busy N71 Killarney to Kenmare road.
Walkers and cyclists currently have to navigate narrow bends alongside heavy vehicular traffic and tour buses to complete the circuit between the Dinis and Torc car parks.
Mayor of Killarney John O’Donoghue welcomed the decision, calling it a transformative development for the region: “Since beginning in the Council in 2021, this has been one of my priorities as an issue I inherited from my predecessor Michael Gleeson, he being the first person to initially pursue the idea. I have repeatedly kept it on the agenda at Council meetings and now delighted to see we finally have positive news as this decision, which has been long overdue and eagerly awaited, will prove transformative for the area.”
Mayor O’Donoghue added: “The path, which will be on the lakeside, will offer views to rival those anywhere in the world and I have no doubt will prove very popular with locals and visitors alike. Huge credit is due to Kerry County Council and the NPWS for their co-operation on the issue. Once the decision has passed through its statutory waiting period, the design and tender stage can begin.”
The project, which will be built on a raised platform to protect the natural habitat beneath, will also be fully accessible for people with mobility issues. Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce also welcomed the green light, noting that the completed loop will create a major safe attraction showcasing Muckross Lake, Dinis Cottage, and the Old Weir Bridge.
LAKESIDE PATH: An Coimisiún Pleanála has approved planning permission for a new raised walkway and cycleway connecting Torc and Dinis in Killarney National Park.
LOCAL GOLD: Terrie O’Shea, founder and owner of Killarney-based business Sorella Berries, celebrating her Gold award win at the Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards held in Dingle last week. Her hand-crafted chocolate covered strawberries secured the top spot in national competition, earning recognition for the local food producer on the national stage.
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