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St Brigid's Presentation were one of 107 schools who were excited to join in the celebrations of the inaugural Ceiliúradh CEIST on Tuesday.

Teachers Carol O Dowd and Sheree Murphy.

Front: Leaving Cert students Tara Donnellan and Holly Spellman. Back: Acting Deputy Maria Neary Acting Principal Mairead Lucey nd Deputy Principal Mairead McElligott.

Teachers Christian Lyne Roberts and Kevin Sheehan.

This marks the 15th anniversary of the formation of CEIST (Catholic Education An Irish Schools' Trust) and the signing of the charter in which the school is based on.

The values of all CEIST schools are summarised in the CEIST Charter: Promoting Spiritual and Human Development, Achieving Quality in Teaching and Learning, Showing Respect for Every Person, Creating Community and Being Just and Responsible.

Ms Lucey kicked off the Ceiliúradh celebrations with the lighting of the CEIST candle on Tuesday morning.

Both students and staff are thrilled to mark 15 years since our CEIST Charter was signed.

The vision of CEIST is to provide a compassionate and just society inspired by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Over the past 15 years and more our students and staff have done an exceptional job in promoting and undergoing the CEIST values which is the beacon of our schools ethos.

To celebrate the important day there were numerous activities planned. First, Second, and Third Year students enjoyed a visit to the cinema, TY students climbed Strickeen, LCA students went to the Caddyshack for a spot of golf followed by hot chocolate, Fifth Years enjoyed a walk and some pizza, while Sixth Years had afternoon tea.

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Killarney House & Gardens will host a new exhibition this August celebrating the landscapes, heritage, and character of County Kerry through the eyes of local artists.

Titled Natural Kerry, the exhibition runs from August 2 to August 28, featuring a diverse collection of original artworks inspired by the county’s dramatic mountain ranges, lakes, and historic landmarks.


Former Mayor of Killarney and Chairperson of Killarney Tidy Towns, Michael Gleeson, will officially open the exhibition on Saturday, August 8 at 3:00pm.


Members of the public are invited to attend the official launch, where refreshments will be served.


The featured works have been created by members of the Tralee Art Group, one of Kerry’s longest-established visual arts organisations, founded in 1979.


Caitriona Foley, Chairperson of the group, expressed excitement about returning to the historic Killarney venue and extended sincere thanks to Diana Fawsitt, Pat Dawson, and the local staff at Killarney House & Gardens for their support in staging the event.


Original artworks and prints displayed throughout the residency will be available for purchase.

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Eight Bar of the Year nominations for ODR group

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Eight Bar of the Year nominations for ODR group


The O’Donoghue Ring Collection has secured eight finalist nominations across three of its venues at this year’s Bar of the Year Awards.


Café du Parc, Pig’s Lane, and The Kenmare Rooms at the Killarney Avenue Hotel were all named among the nation’s top hospitality spots after the shortlist was chosen from over 1,000 entries nationwide.
Café du Parc was shortlisted for both Hotel Bar of the Year and Hotel Cocktail Bar of the Year.
Underground bar Pig’s Lane claimed five nominations, including Innovative Bar of the Year, Best Designed Bar, Cocktail Bar of the Year, and Whiskey Bar of the Year. Bartender Aušrinė Kikilytė was also named a finalist for Cocktail Bartender of the Year.
Rounding out the success, The Kenmare Rooms at the Killarney Avenue Hotel earned a spot on the shortlist for Bar Food of the Year.
The winners will be announced at a gala ceremony on August 24 at the Clayton Hotel in Dublin.

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