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Frustration as Outdoor Dining project further delayed

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By Sean Moriarty

Kerry County Council will be asked to explain why plans for the construction of the outdoor dining public space in Kenmare Place is falling so far behind.

The latest completion date promised by the Council is the end of September but one elected councillor believes this is unrealistic given the amount of work that remains on site.

Construction of the project, which is funded by Fáilte Ireland, began in May this year with a three to four-month timeframe promised.

Late last month elected councillors were informed by email that the project will be completed by the end of September this year – just over two weeks away.

A lack of construction materials is the cause of the latest delay.

Cllr Brendan Cronin is going to raise the matter at next week’s Killarney Municipal District meeting.

He will ask: “When will the new outdoor dining area at Kenmare Place be completed and open to the public?”

The Ballyhar councillor believes that the September date is not realistic and has expressed disappointment that the project will miss the tourist season this year.

“The latest emails said it would be finished by the end of September. They say there are delays in getting materials but surely if you ordered stuff in May it would be here by now unless you are after something really fancy altogether," he told the Killarney Advertiser.

"It is just a few walls, seats and paving, this is a very straightforward job. The Council told us it was a three month job - if you walked down there it is a long way off finishing.”

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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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