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80 reasons for Joe to celebrate with family

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By Michelle Crean

It was a wonderful occasion for Headford man Joe Donovan, who celebrated a milestone birthday surrounded by his close family and friends.

SPECIAL OCCASION: Joe Donovan Headford celebrated turning 80 with his family at The Brehon Hotel.

HAPPY COUPLE: ​​​​​​​Joe Donovan Headford celebrated turning 80 at The Brehon Hotel. He is pictured with his wife Maureen.

80 YEARS YOUNG: Joe Donovan Headford celebrated turning 80 at The Brehon Hotel. He is pictured with his wife Maureen and his seven children; Mary Margaret Patricia Doreen Vincent Joseph and Kevin.

Well-known as the owner of Donovan Coaches, Joe, turned 80 on January 29.

A native of Shronedraugh, Headford, he was joined by his wife of 53 years Maureen (O'Brien from Keel), his seven children, Mary, Margaret, Patricia, Doreen, Vincent, Joseph and Kevin, and 13 grandchildren at The Brehon Hotel to mark the occasion.

In his younger days Joe went to primary school in the local Barraduff National School, followed by The Tech in Killarney.

He served his time in Liebherr as an apprentice welder and worked as a welding instructor helping new apprentices there until 1970.

In the late 1960s Joe saw the need for public transport in the local area and started his own business Donovan Coaches and it's still going strong today as his buses are a common sight on the roads of Killarney and Kerry.

"We had a lovely family get together at The Brehon Hotel to celebrate," his daughter Mary McCarrick told the Killarney Advertiser.

She added that they all wish Joe a very happy 80th birthday with many more years of health and happiness.

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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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