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Kerry man in London takes on virtual Ring of Kerry walk

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RINGSIDE: Kieran Moriarty outside his North London home preparing a virtual day on the Ring of Kerry.

By Sean Moriarty

 

A London Irish man is virtually walking the Ring of Kerry in memory of his late mother. Kieran Moriarty, from Hendon, is this week walking the streets of North London and by the end of the week he hopes to have completed the same distance as the Ring of Kerry.

He is doing it memory of his late mother, Joan Nagle originally from Keel, who moved to London where she married Kerryman Michael Moriarty, from Cordal.

Joan died last January, a week before her 70th birthday. Her son decided to honour the memory of his late mother by undertaking the walk around the same time as her anniversary.

He is also raising money for UK Sepsis Trust.

He started the walk on February 1 and has given himself 28 days to complete the 200km journey.

“I’m walking the Ring of Kerry virtually in memory of my mum who passed away suddenly to sepsis last year. My mum was raised very close to the Ring and we always loved driving it during summers back home,” he told the Killarney Advertiser.

“I guess the biggest reason I’m doing this is I want to try and raise awareness and possibly try and prevent another family losing what we have this year. Our mum hasn’t been able to be with us for Christmas’ and birthdays, she missed the birth of my niece and will miss my wedding. If by doing this challenge I can raise enough money and awareness to prevent even one family missing out on those moments and memories being made I’ll be a very happy man and I like to think my mother would be proud also.”

Donations can be made via GoFundMe: 200K in February - Ring of Kerry virtual walk.

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Kilcummin GAA announces return of annual Pink Night

The Ladies’ Committee of Kilcummin GAA Club has announced the return of its annual Pink Night, set to take place in The Klub Bar on Saturday, January 3. Now in […]

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The Ladies’ Committee of Kilcummin GAA Club has announced the return of its annual Pink Night, set to take place in The Klub Bar on Saturday, January 3.

Now in its 12th year, the event will support Comfort for Chemo for the fifth year running. The evening promises both fun and fundraising for the charity.

Guests will be greeted with a Prosecco reception and chocolate-dipped strawberries to start the post-Christmas celebration.
While attendees are encouraged to wear pink, dressing up is optional, with the focus on community and support for the cause. Prizes will be awarded for Best Dressed Female and Best Dressed Male.

The event begins at 8:00pm. Entertainment will be provided by Derry and Rosie Healy followed by Barry McGrath playing late into the night.

A raffle and door prizes, kindly provided by local sponsors, will take place on the night. Committee member Kathleen Ryan said the continued support of the local sponsors is deeply appreciated.

Admission to the event is free, and all are welcome to attend the celebration.

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A winter ascent of the MacGillycuddy Reeks is always special

Killarney resident and experienced mountaineer Melissa Trant recently shared incredible photographs and her account of climbing the snow-capped MacGillycuddy Reeks, highlighting the unique experience of the mountain range during winter. […]

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Killarney resident and experienced mountaineer Melissa Trant recently shared incredible photographs and her account of climbing the snow-capped MacGillycuddy Reeks, highlighting the unique experience of the mountain range during winter.

The MacGillycuddy Reeks at Christmas time offer a cure for whatever the heart needs, whether it is peace, relaxation, or reflection. Melissa described spending time there as magical at any point of the year, but particularly during the winter months when the mountains are covered in snow.
Climbing one of the winter routes on Carrauntoohil, Ireland’s highest mountain, requires essential safety gear, including crampons, an ice axe, and a helmet, making the experience “incredibly exciting and fun.”
Melissa said that she enjoys visiting the stunning peaks of the MacGillycuddy Reeks often because it is a place she can never get enough of. She finds that mountains make her feel alive, giving her joy, thrill, satisfaction, and peace. She added that the feeling of tranquility and calm on the mountains encompasses every ounce of her.
With Ireland’s finest and highest mountain range on our doorstep in Killarney, Melissa said she feels blessed to be able to head up whenever the mountains are calling

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