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Film premiere leaves an emotional mark

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By Natalya Krasnenkova

Many attending a movie premiere - detailing the struggle of the Ukrainian people - became visibly emotional on Wednesday evening.

EMOTIONAL: Julia Spillane Natalya Krasnenkova Sergiy Balan Victoria Volynetc organisers pictured at the Great Southern Killarney for the screening of 'Life to the Limit'. Photo: Oleksandr Valenyuk

GUESTS: Mayor of Killarney Cllr Niall Kelleher and other guests in the Great Southern Killarney on Wednesday evening for the screening of 'Life to the Limit'. Photos: Oleksandr Valenyuk

FRIENDS: Anka Mayorek Natalya Krasnenkova Aleksandra Ostrykiewicz. pictured at the Great Southern Killarney for the screening of 'Life to the Limit'. Photo: Oleksandr Valenyuk

A mixture of the Ukrainian and Irish audience on Wednesday evening in the Great Southern Killarney for the screening of 'Life to the Limit'. Photos: Oleksandr Valenyuk

As the first anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approached guests packed into the Great Southern Killarney cinema hall for the screening of 'Life to the Limit'.

Ukrainian and Irish audiences became the first viewers of the film, a documentary which tells about the struggle the Ukrainian people experienced in a fight for independence from Russia from 2013 until today.

"We are very grateful to Ireland and the Irish people for their persistent support of Ukrainians. We greatly appreciate the desire of our Irish friends to learn more about our country and our modern painful history. We are glad to see in the hall the mayor, KASI team, teachers, local leaders who are very involved in providing support to Ukrainians," organisers, local representatives of AURI C.L.G (Association Ukrainians in the Republic of Ireland), said.

People couldn't hold back tears while watching the movie. Many said after the screening that they saw their hometowns and homes on the screen. Ukrainians discussed the film until the end of the screening.

"For us, the showing of the tape is an opportunity to get together, to remember why we are here and how much we long for victory and to return home," said one of the viewers.

The authors of the film are Ukrainian veterans, director Pavlo Peleshok and producer Yurko Ivanyshyn. Their previous film 'Winter on Fire' was nominated for an Oscar in 2016 for Best Documentary Feature. Film distribution of 'Life to the Limit' will begin in Ukraine on March 16.

The film screening takes place within the framework of the international initiative of the World Congress of Ukrainians and AURI C.L.G (Association Ukrainians in the Republic of Ireland).

"Many thanks to the Great Southern Killarney for their continued support of Ukrainian cultural initiatives."

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Network Ireland Kerry discuss sustainable success

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Network Ireland Kerry held their third annual collaboration event last Wednesday at the Rose Hotel, Tralee. The theme was: “The Journey to Sustainable Success” which brought three industry experts together to talk about their own journey to sustainable successful.

Business professionals, entrepreneurs, and financial leaders came together for this highly anticipated event to learn about the journey from becoming a start-up, to a small-to-medium enterprise (SME), and a large SME.

The event was opened by AIB Branch Liaison for Network Ireland Kerry and AIB Castleisland Branch Manager, Colleen Shannon. It was MC’d by AIB Tralee Branch Manager, Stephen Stack.

Sarah Farrar of AINMHÌ, Garrett Dillon of Mr. Binman and Dillon Waste Ltd. and Susan Quirke-Crowley of Mounthawk Montessori School Group were among the speakers at the event.

These leaders spoke about their challenges, milestones, and breakthroughs they encountered, from launching an idea to scaling operations nationally.

Tara Elzingre of Tara Elzingre Consultancy, Zaneta Labuz-Czerwein of Rustic Boowa and Sharon Hartnett of U Coaching promoted their businesses for ‘Minute on the Mic’

Emily Reen, Network Ireland Kerry President, described the event as a testament to the power of partnership. She said: “The event underscored a powerful message: sustainable business success is not a solo journey. With the right partnerships, teams and financial tools, businesses of all sizes can grow with purpose, resilience, and long-term impact.”

Network Ireland Kerry will host their next monthly event on November 12 in Killarney and in collaboration with the Kerry Local Enterprise Office, titled: “Gain Competitive Advantage in Your Business”. This event will be MC’d by Karen Ronan, 2025 National Vice President of Network Ireland and CEO of Galway Chamber. This event is open to non-members and members, and everyone is welcome from 6 pm for networking and refreshments, with the event taking place from 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm.

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Minor injury clinic to open by this time next year

The Killarney Local Injury Clinic is expected to be open by Q3 2026, according to the HSE. The proposed unit will be located on the grounds of St Columbanus Home. […]

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The Killarney Local Injury Clinic is expected to be open by Q3 2026, according to the HSE. The proposed unit will be located on the grounds of St Columbanus Home.

The timeline was confirmed in response to a Parliamentary Question from Fianna Fáil TD Michael Cahill, who said the project will follow the relocation of the Community Nursing Unit from its current site to the grounds of the old St Finan’s Hospital. Once the transfer is complete, construction of the injury clinic can proceed.
Deputy Cahill described the two new health facilities as “a fantastic addition for Killarney and the wider East, Mid, and South Kerry regions” and noted they will help reduce waiting times at University Hospital Kerry A&E.
“I will continue to push for enhanced health services for our people,” added the Fianna Fáil Spokesperson for Older People.
The new clinic is expected to provide urgent care services for local residents, easing pressure on hospital emergency departments and improving access to timely treatment in the Killarney area.

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