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Ballyspillane residents plan 40 year celebration

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CELEBRATING 40 YEARS: Residents from Ballyspillane will host a special day on Sunday as they celebrate 40 years since the estate was built. Pictured front l-r were: David Foran (Chair of the Residents Association), Lorraine O'Donoghue, and ƒadaoin Moynihan (SKDP). Back l-r were: Neily Jones, Ann Buckley (KCC), Kathleen Moriarty, Michael Moriarty and Marian McCabe (Ballyspillane FRC). Photo: Michelle Crean

By Michelle Crean

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Ballyspillane residents are planning a big celebration this Sunday to mark 40 years since the estate was built.

It will begin with a Mass at 2pm in the field behind the Family Resource Centre, and then locals and visitors alike are welcome to enjoy refreshments in the centre and have a chance to view a special photo exhibition marking years gone by.

And not only that, but locals have created a unique booklet which will be distributed to every house in the estate.

“Mass will be celebrated by Fr Niall Howard in the field, weather permitting,” David Foran, Chair of the Residents Association, told the Killarney Advertiser.

“It will be a nice community gathering and everyone is welcome including past and present residents.”

Funding for 330 copies of the booklet was provided by Kerry County Council and will be distributed for free to the 216 houses on Saturday, he explained.

In it, there’s a copy of the original planning permission dated 1978, prior to building the estate, photos of when the first residents moved in in 1979, the first Residents Association set up in 1983 and photos of locals through the years.

“We printed extra copies which will then be given to councillors and others on the day. A number of residents have given their story and photos. Superintendent Flor Murphy gave us a piece and Connie O’Leary, the coordinator of the FRC, also gave her story. We also have lots of photos including a visit by President Mary McAleese in 2011, the Pride of Place Awards in 2012 and the Community Award in 2011, as well as the first preschool in the estate.”

 

 

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Dr Crokes team of 2000: The reunion

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Recently, the Dr Crokes team of 2000, who won the Kerry senior football championship of that same year, re-united and looked back on fond memories of their glory days and that very special year when they beat An Ghaeltact in the final at Austin Stack Park.

On November 26, 2000, Dr Crokes faced An Ghaeltacht and defeated the Dingle-based side.

It was no easy task making the final for the Killarney side, despite having talent such as captain Roland Neher, Eoin Brosnan, and a 17-year-old Colm Cooper at the start of his illustrious career.

Before the final, Crokes defeated Killarney Legion (preliminary round), South Kerry (round-one), Rathmore (quarter-final), and narrowly defeated West Kerry by a point in the semi-final (1-08 – 1-07).

It was the first time An Ghaeltacht had qualified for the final, but this was no happy welcome for the Dingle side, as the Killarney-based side won their ninth title.

Like in the semi-final, Dr Crokes won by a point as they scarcely won by 1-04 – 0-06.

Despite Dara Ó Cinnéide ending the tournament as top-scorer with 3-20, he was unable to carry his Dingle side to victory with the Killarney side being superior.

Neher led his team out onto the pitch, and he inspiringly helped push his team to victory.

This ensured Harry O’Neill’s versatile and developed squad deserved every bit of praise for them.

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Killarney real estate agent, DNG Ted Healy wins national award

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Killarney estate agent DNG Ted Healy won the DNG Branch of the Year 2025 Award in the South West Region at the DNG National Awards Ceremony which took place at The Curragh Racecourse last week.

The Awards Ceremony brought together over 150 delegates from DNG offices nationwide. It was a vibrant day of celebration and connection; while recognising excellence, dedication and professionalism across the DNG network.

From insights into the future of Ireland’s property market, to the latest developments in the DNG exclusive partnership with Hamptons International, the event delivered a dynamic mix of knowledge, innovation and inspiration.

Established in 2005, DNG Ted Healy is a recipient of previous awards, having secured the DNG Small Branch of the Year award in 2003, in recognition of its high standards of service, and extensive local property knowledge across Killarney & Co. Kerry.

Speaking after receiving the award, Ted Healy, Managing Director, DNG Ted Healy, said: “As we approach 20 years in business, it’s a real honour to see our growth and commitment to Killarney recognised. From expanding our new homes offering to embracing new technology, our focus has always been on delivering the highest standards of service while staying rooted in our community. This award is a credit to our loyal clients and the trust they continue to place in us.”

The awards continue to highlight DNG’s commitment to excellence in estate agency and recognises offices and individuals who consistently deliver results and outstanding client service.

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