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€150,000 funding for local sports clubs

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By Sean Moriarty

Several sports clubs in the Killarney region will receive nearly €150,000 in funding under the Sports Capital Equipment Grants scheme.

A total €637,357 in Sports Capital Equipment Grants was announced for Kerry by Minister Catherine Martin, and Minister of State, Jack Chambers, earlier this week.

Of that figure, a total of €140,500 was given to sports organisations in the Killarney district.

“Supporting sports teams, clubs and organisations is also tantamount to supporting community engagement and helps to foster strong community spirit. Investment in sport is also a really worthwhile policy objective for Government from a health point of view. Society reaps the rewards through improved health of the population,” local TD Brendan Griffin said.

St Bridget's Basketball Club was the biggest winner locally. The Currow-based club will receive €23,465 for new training and storage equipment.

Other basketball clubs to benefit from funding are St Paul's Basketball Club who are set to receive €11,663, and Team Cougars which is in line for €4,101.

St Agatha’s GAA Club in Glenflesk will get €23,585 to be put towards new equipment.

Killarney Valley Athletic Club, operator of the new Killarney Micro Track, will receive €16,343 for the purchase of equipment.

Flesk Valley Rowing Club will receive €17,062 for safety equipment and a new engine for a safety boat, while Deerpark Pitch and Putt Club will pocket €12,129 to be put towards new grass cutting equipment.

Two cycling clubs in the region will benefit too.

Killarney Cycling Club will receive €18,466 for safety training while Sliabh Luachra Cycling Club will get €13,686 to be put towards a Cyclocross initiative.

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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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