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Killarney to host Opel enthusiasts’ road run

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OPEL FANS: Paul Horan and his son Gary pictured on a previous Opel/Vauxhall run.

Kerry-based Opel and Vauxhall enthusiasts will meet in Killarney next month ahead of their annual road run.

The Opel/Vauxhall Run Kerry and the additional Manta Fest 2023 will start from the Killarney Heights Hotel on May 14 at 9am.

Once all drivers are signed on they will head off on a tour of famous South Kerry rally roads.

The event was originally supposed to run on May 7 but there is a potential clash with a Munster final in Killarney so it was decided to move it out one week.

The route includes Moll’s Gap, Ballaghbeama Gap and Caragh Lake.

Last year the event attracted nearly 80 cars but with the addition of the Manta Fest that figures is likely to be exceeded this year.

“We are hoping to have the most amount of Opel Mantas in the one place,” said local Opel enthusiast Paul Horan.

Donations will be made on the day to a yet to be nominated charity.

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Firies fundraiser raffles Electric Bike for Cancer Unit

Firies resident and motorcycle enthusiast Sean Collins has launched a new charity raffle, with an electric bike as the top prize. All proceeds from the draw will go directly to […]

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Firies resident and motorcycle enthusiast Sean Collins has launched a new charity raffle, with an electric bike as the top prize.

All proceeds from the draw will go directly to the Dunmanway Cancer Day Care Unit at Cork University Hospital (CUH).
Sean is a regular fundraiser for cancer services; last March, he organised a successful motorcycle run that raised €2,400 for the same unit. This year, he has shifted focus to an electric bike raffle to continue his support for the facility.
The draw is scheduled to take place on Sunday, 7 June, at Henderson’s Bar in Firies. For those unable to attend in person, the event will be broadcast live on the Henderson’s Bar Facebook page.
Tickets are priced at €10 each and are currently available in various shops throughout Killarney and the surrounding areas. The prize was made possible through the support of O’Sullivan’s Cycles and KC Print Ltd in Killarney.
For any enquiries regarding tickets or the draw, Sean Collins can be contacted directly on 087 4436650.

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Patrick Bergin and Shay Given join Liam O’Connor for St Brendan’s Concert

Musician Liam O’Connor has secured a major coup for his annual concert at St Brendan’s College in Killarney, with international actor Patrick Bergin and Irish soccer legend Shay Given confirmed […]

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Musician Liam O’Connor has secured a major coup for his annual concert at St Brendan’s College in Killarney, with international actor Patrick Bergin and Irish soccer legend Shay Given confirmed as star guests.

The 2026 Liam O’Connor Show, featuring the St Brendan’s College Choir and Music Group, will take place in the College Chapel on Thursday, April 23, at 8:00 pm.
Patrick Bergin, a renowned actor and singer, is best known for his leading roles in Sleeping with the Enemy alongside Julia Roberts and as the title character in Robin Hood. He has also gained acclaim for his roles in Patriot Games and the BBC’s EastEnders.
Donegal native Shay Given remains one of Ireland’s most iconic sports figures, having earned over 130 caps for the Republic of Ireland. His distinguished club career included spells at Celtic, Newcastle United, and Manchester City, and he is now a prominent television soccer pundit.
The night will also feature O’Connor’s family band, Saoirse, Oisín, and Cillian, alongside the talented students of the St Brendan’s music department. Tickets for the event are currently available through ticketstop.ie.

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