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New security arrangements at University Hospital Kerry

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University Hospital Kerry (UHK) in conjunction with An Garda Síochána have launched a Hospital Watch scheme to cut crime in the hospital.

Launched on Tuesday of this week, the new scheme will enhance security for both staff and visitors.

The ‘Hospital Watch’ will combine proactive crime prevention measures and seek the public’s co-operation with issues affecting staff and patients in relation to security and safety in hospitals. As part of the ‘Hospital Watch’, a policy will be implemented by hospital management and staff to raise an awareness of crime, the fear of crime and provides ways of reducing crime on its premises.

A multidisciplinary Hospital Watch committee has been formed and Garda Cathy Murphy from Tralee station has been appointed as the Hospital Watch Liaison Garda.

The new scheme will include enhanced CCTV cover, new and more-regulated visiting hours and restricted access to wards outside of visiting hours.

Meanwhile the Kerry branch of the Psychiatric Nurses Association announced that a new four-bed High Observation Unit (called the Brandon Suite) attached to the Acute Admission Unit will open next Tuesday.

The opening of the €2 million special purpose unit will greatly help in the treatment and management of residents with episodes of challenging and disturbed behaviour and ensure a safer and more secure environment for both residents and staff at the unit, Jamie Kelly, PNA Rep, Kerry explained.

“The Close Observation Brandon Unit will have three staff nurses assigned by day and two staff nurses assigned by night.”

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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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