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Fitzgerald Stadium hopeful of government funding this month

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Kerry County Board is eagerly awaiting the announcement of the €120 million Large-Scale Sports Infrastructure Fund (LSSIF) allocations later this month, with hopes that Fitzgerald Stadium will be among the major recipients.

The iconic Killarney venue is one of 12 GAA applications vying for a share of the LSSIF funding, which ranges from €600,000 to €30 million.
The Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media has outlined that the assessment process will consider factors such as population size, sustainability, and equal access for both men and women to the LSSIF-funded facilities.
Kerry GAA has unveiled an ambitious €77 million redevelopment plan for Fitzgerald Stadium, aiming to transform the venue into a premier sports, tourism, and entertainment destination.
The proposed upgrades include a range of enhancements to the stadium's infrastructure, facilities, and amenities.
These include the covering of the central section of the iconic O’Connor Terrace.
A new tier is to be added to the top of the terrace with a roof that will stretch roughly from one 20-metre line to the other, according to previously released drawings.
The Scoreboard End will get a new terrace and the Lewis Road End will be converted to an all-seater uncovered stand. The existing O’Sullivan Stand will also be replaced with a new stand.
The ambitious redevelopment project will radically alter the appearance of the Fitzgerald Stadium.
In addition to the LSSIF funding, Kerry GAA has initiated a legal process to secure funds from the Immigrant Investment Programme, which has now closed.

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Unique reflexology class welcomes four sets of twins

A highly unusual baby reflexology class is currently underway at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, featuring four sets of twins. The four-week course, which commenced this week marks a […]

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A highly unusual baby reflexology class is currently underway at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, featuring four sets of twins.

The four-week course, which commenced this week marks a rare occasion for the town as it is the first baby reflexology class in eight years to be made up entirely of twins.

Run by Una O’Donoghue of Reflexology Killarney, the weekly sessions are designed to provide a relaxed, social environment where new parents can connect with one another. Throughout the course, local mothers learn gentle reflexology techniques aimed at promoting bonding and supporting infants experiencing common issues like digestion difficulties and disrupted sleep.
Among those taking part in the unique July sessions are mothers Áine Cahill with her twins Páidí and Éabha, Tracey Cremin with her twins April and Noah, Miranda O’Shea with her twins Nora and Hailey, and Eileen Cooper with her twins Caoimhe and Odhran. The classes will continue at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre through mid-July.

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Musical Society announces production team for 2027 show ‘Sister Act’

Killarney Musical Society has officially unveiled its star-studded production team for its highly anticipated spring 2027 staging of the hit musical Sister Act. The production will run from March 20 […]

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Killarney Musical Society has officially unveiled its star-studded production team for its highly anticipated spring 2027 staging of the hit musical Sister Act.

The production will run from March 20 to 4 next year at the Gleneagle Arena, with details regarding upcoming auditions and ticket sales expected to be announced shortly.
Award-winning director Oliver Hurley, owner of the Oliver Hurley School of Musical Theatre, returns to take the helm for what will be his 16th production with the society.
Joining the team for the first time is choreographer Barbara Meany, who was recently awarded Best Choreographer (Gilbert Section) at the prestigious Association of Irish Musical Societies (AIMS) awards.
Returning to lead the musical department is Jimmy Brockie, marking his fourth show as Musical Director for the society. Brockie will collaborate with a full live orchestra every night. Working alongside him is Sorcha O’Connor, who returns as Choral Mistress to rehearse and develop the vocal performances of the cast.
Newly appointed Public Relations Officer (PRO) for Killarney Musical Society, Lisa Campbell said:
“With such a talented production team secured, everyone at Killarney Musical Society is incredibly excited to begin work on Sister Act. We are looking forward to bringing this uplifting, hilarious, and high-energy show to local audiences at the Gleneagle Arena in March 2027.”

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