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Grab a library book and become a Summer Star!

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Children may be looking for something to do over the summer months - and what's better than grabbing some books and getting stuck in.

Primary school children in the Killarney area are invited to join the adventure and to enjoy the fun and pleasure of reading and writing with the 'Summer Stars' national reading programme run through public libraries until August 31.

Summer Stars is non-competitive and every child who reads even one book/eBook is regarded as having completed the programme – and it’s all completely free! Entry cards and sign-up can be done at Killarney Library.

"While current restrictions mean that the usual programme of holding events in libraries cannot be delivered, we have still planned lots of exciting ways to join the fun throughout the summer," Hazel Joy from Killarney Library said.

"Firstly, weekly competitions are taking place over the summer with book tokens for each weekly winner. Competitions include trivia questions to colouring competitions, redesigning a book cover to solving literary brain teasers. Finally, a free online workshop is also taking place on July 27 with Jovial Juggling, but needs to be booked in advance through the Kerry Library website www.kerrylibrary.ie."

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Halloween Horror at Outlet Centre

Things are set to get spooky in Killarney this Halloween as the Killarney Outlet Centre hosts its annual Halloween Horror Spooktacular on Sunday, October 26, from 2pm to 6pm. Ghosts, […]

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Things are set to get spooky in Killarney this Halloween as the Killarney Outlet Centre hosts its annual Halloween Horror Spooktacular on Sunday, October 26, from 2pm to 6pm.

Ghosts, ghouls, witches, and monsters will take over the centre for an afternoon of frightful fun, with the highlight being the fancy dress parade. Every child who takes part will receive a goody bag, and there are great prizes up for grabs.
Prizes will be awarded for Best Dressed Boy and Best Dressed Girl, each receiving a Kerry GAA gift box including a signed 2025 goalkeeper’s jersey, sponsored by the Kerry GAA Store. The Best Dressed Family will win a Christmas in Killarney family visit to Santa 2025 and lunch for the whole family, sponsored by O’Brien’s Irish Sandwich Café.
The afternoon will also include free magic shows at 2.30pm and 4.30pm, free face painting, balloon modelling, and a kids’ mini disco.
Centre Manager Paul Sherry said the event is one of the highlights of the year for families in the town. “We’re delighted to bring back our annual Halloween celebration — it’s a great day out for families, with fantastic prizes, entertainment and plenty of fun,” he said.
More information is available at www.killarneyoutletcentre.com.

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Fergal Brosnan appointed CEO of RDI Hub

The RDI Hub in Killorglin has announced the appointment of Fergal Brosnan as its new Chief Executive Officer. Brosnan succeeds Liam Cronin, who becomes Director of Innovation at NovaUCD. A […]

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The RDI Hub in Killorglin has announced the appointment of Fergal Brosnan as its new Chief Executive Officer. Brosnan succeeds Liam Cronin, who becomes Director of Innovation at NovaUCD.

A native of Kerry, Brosnan brings more than 20 years of international experience in technology, AI, and business transformation, having held senior roles with Bank of Ireland, Validant, Rethink Group, and Berkley Group.
As CEO, he will lead the RDI Hub’s next phase of growth, strengthening its role as a European centre for Artificial Intelligence and innovation. The Hub, a collaboration between Fexco, Munster Technological University, and Kerry County Council, has supported over 100 startups and created more than 430 jobs since its launch in 2020.
Speaking on his appointment, Brosnan said:
“It’s an honour to lead the RDI Hub at such an exciting time. Our vision is to make Killorglin and the southwest a globally connected epicentre for AI-driven innovation and venture creation.”
The appointment was welcomed by RDI Hub partners Fexco, MTU, Kerry County Council, and Enterprise Ireland, who said Brosnan’s leadership will help expand the Hub’s reach and strengthen its impact nationally and across Europe.

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