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Killarney to hold its first ever Drive-In-Bingo tomorrow (Sunday)

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BINGO TIME: Looking forward to the Drive-In-Bingo in the new Liebherr car park at Lackabane, Fossa, Killarney tomorrow (Sunday) are from left: Dermot Cronin (Scotts Lakers officer), Keelin Houlihan (Scotts Lakers), Niall 'Botty' O'Callaghan (MC), Mark O'Shea (Scotts Lakers) and Paul Sheehan (St Paul's Basketball Club Chairman).

 

Killarney will hold its first ever Drive-In-Bingo in the new Liebherr car park at Lackabane, Fossa, tomorrow (Sunday) at 7pm.

St Paul's Basketball Club is hosting the Drive-in Bingo, which is an exciting alternative to a regular bingo night session, whilst adhering strictly to Government regulations and public health guidelines on social distancing.

Top cash prizes up to €3,500 will be available to win while great fun is guaranteed as you stay safe and comfortable inside your car with your family or friends.

Interested bingo players can turn up on the night, drive in to the car park, turn off their engines and buy a single or double bingo book and follow the game instructions and the calling of the numbers.

Well-known Killarney personality Cllr Niall 'Botty' O'Callaghan will be the official bingo number caller on the night and will keep
everyone entertained and amused calling out the bingo nicknames such as 'Stairway to Heaven', 'Jump and Jive', 'Knock at the Door' and 'Clickety Click'.

Game total is a total of 10 games with line across and full house.
Jackpot is after game eight. Winners can beep their horns or put on hazard lights to identify their car and a steward will then check the numbers before handing out a cash prize.

Stewards and volunteers will be available to assist with any queries and give out winning cash prizes. Car parking will be also be assisted by club stewards and COVID-19 regulations will be in place while toilet facilities and hand sanitiser will also be available.

Cars will be allowed enter the car park from 5pm and the bingo will commence at 7pm.

All proceeds raised from this novel event will go to St Paul's Basketball Club, Killarney.

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Cross-county collaboration key to building STEM skills in the South West

A meeting in Killarney has highlighted the opportunity for greater collaboration across counties to strengthen the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) talent pipeline in the South West. Representatives from […]

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A meeting in Killarney has highlighted the opportunity for greater collaboration across counties to strengthen the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) talent pipeline in the South West.

Representatives from STEM South West met with Minister of State Michael Healy-Rae, Fearghal Reidy, CEO of Kerry County Council, and Patrick Doyle, Regional Manager of the IDA, to discuss how STEM education and industry can be supported and expanded across the region.
The STEM South West Leaders Dialogue, held at the Muckross Park Hotel, focused on how the sector can continue to grow despite challenges such as skills shortages, competitiveness, and housing pressures. Participants agreed that stronger cooperation between national and local government, education, and industry is essential.
The discussion emphasised the importance of developing a long-term strategy to attract and retain skilled workers, and to support local and multinational companies operating in STEM fields. Programmes such as the Adopt a School initiative and the annual STEM South West Careers Expo were highlighted as key ways to connect schools, students, and employers.
Minister Healy-Rae said:
“It is key that all young people are given the full opportunity to reach gainful, suitable employment. From electricians to engineers, we need to educate young people on the opportunities available to them.”
Mary Good, Managing Director of Advanced Medical Services and Chair of STEM South West, said the event showed strong support for more joint action across the South West.
“Ongoing collaboration across all sectors is key,” she said. “We are inviting Kerry and Cork schools and STEM companies to take part in our Adopt a School initiative and our Careers Expo on 20 November.”
Audience members also called for greater recognition of SMEs that play a vital role in regional employment and work closely with larger international companies.
STEM South West is a not-for-profit, industry-led cluster aimed at building the region’s capacity in science, technology, engineering and maths.
For more information, visit www.stemsouthwest.ie.

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Songwriters invited to Song Circle at West End House

Local musicians and music lovers are in for a treat later this month, as West End House hosts a special evening dedicated to original music and creative collaboration. The Song […]

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Local musicians and music lovers are in for a treat later this month, as West End House hosts a special evening dedicated to original music and creative collaboration.

The Song Circle, taking place on Saturday, November 22 at 5:30pm, invites songwriters, composers, and performers of all styles to come together in a relaxed, welcoming setting to share their work and connect with others.
Whether you’re an experienced performer eager to showcase your own material or simply want to listen and be inspired, the Song Circle promises a warm, inclusive atmosphere that celebrates creativity and community spirit.
Organisers say the event is about more than performance , it’s about building a network of local musicians who can support and learn from one another.
The evening is free to attend, though booking is advised, as spaces are limited.
For more information or to reserve a spot, visit westendhouse.ie.

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