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“Don’t text or look at phones in court!” Judge warns

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By Anne Lucey

A judge has warned the public coming to court in Killarney that mobile phones will be confiscated unless they are switched off in his court room.
On Tuesday, two phones were confiscated in the District Court in Killarney after Judge David Waters ordered Gardai to "seize" the loudly ringing phones.
The judge then issued a general warning to the public to switch the phones off or they would be confiscated.
“Don’t text or look at phones in court!” Judge Waters warned.
A ban on mobile phone use by the public was introduced last November. Chief Justice Frank Clarke announced a ban on texting or using social media in courtrooms - but breaches of the direction occur.
A spokesperson for the courts service said the direction applies to all courts and mobile phone use by members of the public is banned in all courts. Bona fide members of the press were allowed phone use because they knew the rules applied to court proceedings and court reporting and what they can and cannot tweet, the spokesman said.
“Most people coming into court now made sure phones were switched off,” the courts service spokesman said.
However, phones going off and interrupting the court still occurs in Kerry during court proceedings, at both District and Circuit Court levels.
The confiscated phones were handed back at the end of the proceedings.

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Unique reflexology class welcomes four sets of twins

A highly unusual baby reflexology class is currently underway at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, featuring four sets of twins. The four-week course, which commenced this week marks a […]

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A highly unusual baby reflexology class is currently underway at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, featuring four sets of twins.

The four-week course, which commenced this week marks a rare occasion for the town as it is the first baby reflexology class in eight years to be made up entirely of twins.

Run by Una O’Donoghue of Reflexology Killarney, the weekly sessions are designed to provide a relaxed, social environment where new parents can connect with one another. Throughout the course, local mothers learn gentle reflexology techniques aimed at promoting bonding and supporting infants experiencing common issues like digestion difficulties and disrupted sleep.
Among those taking part in the unique July sessions are mothers Áine Cahill with her twins Páidí and Éabha, Tracey Cremin with her twins April and Noah, Miranda O’Shea with her twins Nora and Hailey, and Eileen Cooper with her twins Caoimhe and Odhran. The classes will continue at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre through mid-July.

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Musical Society announces production team for 2027 show ‘Sister Act’

Killarney Musical Society has officially unveiled its star-studded production team for its highly anticipated spring 2027 staging of the hit musical Sister Act. The production will run from March 20 […]

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Killarney Musical Society has officially unveiled its star-studded production team for its highly anticipated spring 2027 staging of the hit musical Sister Act.

The production will run from March 20 to 4 next year at the Gleneagle Arena, with details regarding upcoming auditions and ticket sales expected to be announced shortly.
Award-winning director Oliver Hurley, owner of the Oliver Hurley School of Musical Theatre, returns to take the helm for what will be his 16th production with the society.
Joining the team for the first time is choreographer Barbara Meany, who was recently awarded Best Choreographer (Gilbert Section) at the prestigious Association of Irish Musical Societies (AIMS) awards.
Returning to lead the musical department is Jimmy Brockie, marking his fourth show as Musical Director for the society. Brockie will collaborate with a full live orchestra every night. Working alongside him is Sorcha O’Connor, who returns as Choral Mistress to rehearse and develop the vocal performances of the cast.
Newly appointed Public Relations Officer (PRO) for Killarney Musical Society, Lisa Campbell said:
“With such a talented production team secured, everyone at Killarney Musical Society is incredibly excited to begin work on Sister Act. We are looking forward to bringing this uplifting, hilarious, and high-energy show to local audiences at the Gleneagle Arena in March 2027.”

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