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Talented Killarney boxer narrowly misses out on gold Medal

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By Sean Moriarty

A talented Killarney boxer narrowly missed out on a gold medal at the European Boxing Championships in Erzurum, Turkey.

Jamesie Casey, is a Second Year student at Killarney Community College and member of the Sliabh Luachra Boxing Club in Castleisland.

After winning the national title in Dublin earlier this year Jamesie qualified for the Schoolboys and Schoolgirls European championships which were held between August 14 and 21.

In his first preliminary fight he beat Romania’s Raul Benea Antonio 5-0. He repeated this performance in the quarter finals defeating Moldova’s Chirill Slepoi by the same score-line, after which he progressed to the semi-final stages.

He defeated Azerbaijan’s Baghir Alimkhanli when the referee stopped the contest after three rounds.

In the final he faced Scotland’s Jacob Naismith in a very close fight with the judges eventually awarding the gold medal to the Scot on a 3:2 split decision.

“There was only a one-point difference on the judges’ score cards that decided the winner. It was a coin on its edge and could have went either way,” his father James told the Killarney Advertiser.

“It was a remarkable experience for Jamesie to represent Ireland and it is a fantastic achievement to win silver on an exceptionally close decision at the highest ranked competition available to his age category. His performances were exceptional throughout the entire tournament.”

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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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