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GOAL Mile returns after one-year absence

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By Sean Moriarty

Husband and wife team Michael and Anne Mangan have welcomed the news that the annual GOAL Mile Christmas Day charity walk will go ahead this year.

The Beaufort couple have organised both the Killarney and Killorglin walks over the last 15 years with the proceeds split between Pieta House and Goal Mile.

Last year’s event took place virtually as a result of the pandemic restrictions that were in place at the time.

The annual event sees people across the country gather over the Christmas holidays to run, jog or walk a mile in support of vulnerable communities across 14 countries where GOAL works in Africa, the Middle East and Latin America.

Started first in 1977, this year’s GOAL Mile events are organised by a network of community organisers across the country.

The Killarney event will take place between 10am to 12.30pm on Christmas day, at the Deenagh Lodge, Knockreer and that event is being run by Anne Mangan co-organised by Anthony Dennehy.

Meanwhile Anne's husband will take charge of the Killorglin run which takes place at the same time and will start at ISK – Intermediate School Killorglin.

This year will be particularly poignant for Michael as his long running co-organisers Kevin Griffin, teacher at ISK, passed away since the last event.

“It will be the first one without Kevin, he will be missed, he was the main driving force behind the Killorglin one and organised it since it began first,” said Michael.

GOAL Mile, run in association with AIB, will also take place between 10am-12noon in Kenmare GAA Grounds on Christmas Day morning.

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Killarney Pumpkin Farm returns for Halloween

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The annual event is in its sixth year and caters to people of all ages.

The farm is located in Headford; it is open every weekend for the month of October and the week of Halloween.

From pumpkin patches and cornflower mazes to witches and potions, there is something for everyone at the farm.

The eleven77 bus provides cosy comfort food and there are resident Alpacas on the farm.

Roam around the haunted cottage, enjoy storytelling with the Seanchai and explore the pretty pumpkin pixie village.

Pre-booking is essential, and tickets are available on the Killarney Pumpkin Farm’s website. It promises to be a jam-packed day of fun with the entire family.

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Killarney Toastmasters host special open night

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Killarney Toastmasters is inviting members of the local community to an open night at the Dromhall Hotel on Muckross Road this Tuesday evening at 7.30pm.

The event aims to help adults improve public speaking skills, whether preparing for workplace presentations, wedding toasts, or everyday conversations.

Guests can attend without any pressure or obligation to speak on the night.


For over two decades, the local club has provided a structured space for members to build confidence, practice impromptu speaking, and develop leadership attributes through constructive feedback and group exercises.


Club President Nikolina Tijardovic highlighted the broader personal benefits of joining the organization, noting that meetings are grounded in encouragement and mutual respect so members can progress at their own pace.


Admission to the open night is free for all visitors. Further information is available by contacting Anthony Walsh on 085 7314505, emailing president-590632@toastmastersclubs.org, or visiting the Killarney Toastmasters Facebook page.

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