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Pupils to learn life-saving skills

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By Michelle Crean

World Restart a Heart Day takes place on Saturday, October 16 and a local group plan to teach school children some important life-saving techniques.

Killarney Cardiac Response Unit (KCRU) plan to hold CPR and AED demonstrations, have a school "chain of survival" art display, and will launch of a Heart of Ireland AED phonebox promo video.

"We are running an event at the Anam Centre, East Avenue on October 16," Kevin O'Leary, Scheme Coordinator with KCRU, told the Killarney Advertiser. "We are restricted with COVID, however there is outdoor space and we will reserve parking."

The European Restart a Heart Day was founded with the support of the European Parliament and takes place on October 16 every year. This year the focus is on survivors with the hashtag #CPRSavedMyLife.

"With this campaign we want to create awareness that everyone can learn CPR and facilitate Basic Life Support courses in schools and public locations."

He added that the aim of this project is to raise awareness on what to do in an emergency and the steps to save a life following cardiac arrest.

"We have aimed this project at Fifth and Sixth Class although we would encourage all students to learn about 999/112 and knowing Eircode. A winner from each school will receive a prize pack; bag, art supplies, mini First Aid kit sponsored by local and national businesses. The main winner will receive a more substantial prize including a large art pack."

A selection of the art will be displayed at the Anam Centre for the Restart a Heart event on the day.

"In addition a selection of the art will be uploaded on social media platforms and our website. The art competition is focused around the chain of survival, and what students best present their interpretation of the links in the chain."

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Killarney Regatta Festival postponed due to adverse weather

IMPORTANT UPDATE Killarney Regatta Festival is now postponed due to adverse weather conditions this Sunday September 14. The following Sunday September 21 at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club has now […]

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IMPORTANT UPDATE

Killarney Regatta Festival is now postponed due to adverse weather conditions this Sunday September 14.
The following Sunday September 21 at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club has now been finalised and confirmed.

The Forecast is expected to bring: rain,southerly winds,S/W and S/E: both will bring heavy winds and rain straight to the shores of Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, predicted at 34-37kms/hr.

Chairman Paddy Cronin and Safety Officer Richard Leane, called the postponement on Wednesday.

In a statement Paddy Cronin said: “it is with an abundance of caution and safety that we had to make this hard decision to postpone Sunday’s event. It is paramount that our rowing crews, trainers, visitors and volunteers are kept safe. Killarney Festival Regatta is now postponed to Sunday September 21. We wish to thank Killarney Golf and Fishing Club for their understanding and allowing us to use the unique venue the following Sunday.
We wish to thank Cllr Martin Grady, all the volunteers and suppliers for their cooperation, we appreciate all your help with keeping alive this unique Killarney traditional regatta.”

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Last push for ‘Models in Recovery’ Fashion Show tickets

Tickets are selling fast for the Kerry Hospice Foundation’s ‘Models in Recovery’ Fashion Show, which takes place on Wednesday, September 10, at the Gleneagle Arena. With just days to go, […]

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Tickets are selling fast for the Kerry Hospice Foundation’s ‘Models in Recovery’ Fashion Show, which takes place on Wednesday, September 10, at the Gleneagle Arena.

With just days to go, event organisers are urging people to buy their tickets now to avoid disappointment.
The show will feature eighteen cancer survivors from the local community, all of whom have completed their treatment. They will take to the catwalk to share their stories and raise money for the Kerry Hospice Foundation’s Palliative Care unit.
TV personality Noel Cunningham will host the night. Music will be provided by Liam O’Connor and his family. The evening begins with a wine reception at 7:30 pm, followed by the show at 8 pm.
In addition to the fashion show, there will be door prizes and raffle prizes on the night. Tickets cost €20 and can be bought from Pat Doolan (085-1543514), the INEC Booking Office (064-6671555), Killarney Credit Union, and participating shops.

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