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The talent and craic was mighty at Killarney Community College on Thursday with the return of their ever popular 'Who’s Got Talent' competition.

It took weeks of auditions to get it down to the final seven acts and they didn't disappoint as there was juggling, singing and dancing - even an act by a magician, as the students battled it out in the grand final for the top spots.

The event was organised by Ms. Mary Fuller, Ms. Denise O’Sullivan and Ms. Joanna Hughes and was the 10th year of this very successful event which showcased the vast talents within the college.

The glamorous judges for the competition included teachers; Ms. Marcia Kissane, Mr. Mike Lynch and student judge Ethan McKeon.

After a most entertaining afternoon of amazing talents displayed by the students the overall winners were announced as; 1st place Chloe Lynch Herlihy, 2nd Place Trainwreck (David Lynch, Misha McCarthy, Sinead Greene and Grace Foley), and 3rd Place Dawid Szabat, and they received trophies and GameStop vouchers.

“There was a huge buzz around the competition this year," music teacher and principal organiser, Ms Joanna Hughes, said.

"Students were mad to perform and this was shown in the quality of their performances. They’ve probably been practising in their bedroom for the last two years so it was nice to perform in front of friends and classmates for a change. The competition encourages students to be creative, expressive and have fun in a safe and encouraging forum."

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Funding boost for Beaufort Wastewater Scheme

The long-awaited Beaufort Wastewater Scheme has taken a significant step forward following the Government’s decision to increaseproject funding to €7 million. The uplift forms part of an additional €14.3 million […]

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The long-awaited Beaufort Wastewater Scheme has taken a significant step forward following the Government’s decision to increaseproject funding to €7 million.

The uplift forms part of an additional €14.3 million announced under Measure A8 of the Multi-annual Rural Water Programme, supporting seven rural wastewater projects nationwide.
Fianna Fáil TD Michael Cahill welcomed the increase, saying the funding is “most welcome and long overdue,” but added that the project now needs to move ahead without further delay.
Minister Michael Healy-Rae also acknowledged the progress, stating, “This is a hugely important step forward for Beaufort,” and said he will continue pushing for delivery.
Deputy Danny Healy-Rae said the upgrade is essential for the village, noting, “Beaufort has waited long enough.”
The enhanced funding allows the scheme to proceed to the next stage, with all parties calling for construction to begin as soon as possible.

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Three families taking centre stage with Killarney Musical Society

Killarney Musical Society’s upcoming production of ‘All Shook Up’ will feature multiple generations of three different families performing side by side. The show will run from February 10 to 12 […]

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Killarney Musical Society’s upcoming production of ‘All Shook Up’ will feature multiple generations of three different families performing side by side.

The show will run from February 10 to 12 in the Gleneagle Arena. Tickets for the highly anticipated show are on sale now.
Music is well known to bring people of all ages together, and this is clearly evident within the Killarney Musical Society, where several families are sharing the stage this year.
The Spillane/Murray family boasts three generations in the production. Phil Spillane has been an active member since she joined KMS in September 1989.
This year, she performs alongside her daughter Amanda and her granddaughter Caoimhe, who is playing the character Lorraine. All three agree they are having great fun practising dance steps and harmonies together and will treasure this time forever.
Mother and daughter Annie and Alannah McIlroy are taking the stage together for the first time. Annie appeared in the 2023 production of Michael Collins, while Alannah joined the cast last year for Evita. They state that the best part of performing together is the quality time they share, not just during rehearsals but on the journeys to and from them, as both share a deep love for musicals.
Finally, the mother and daughter pair of Linda and Eilise O’Donoghue continue a family tradition. While Linda’s father was involved with KMS back in 1986, Linda herself joined in 2015 after being persuaded by her daughter Eilise, who has been a member since 2012. Before each performance, the two rely on each other: Eilise checks Linda’s hair and makeup, while Linda makes sure Eilise’s costume is perfect. They also enjoy practising their alto lines together, making the experience especially meaningful.
The society looks forward to welcoming audiences to the Gleneagle Arena for the three-night run of ‘All Shook Up’ next February.

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