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George Larkin celebrates century of Parkruns

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Six-year-old George Larkin has reached an amazing milestone, completing his 100th junior Parkrun on May 4.

This achievement showcases his fantastic dedication and continues a proud family involvement in the event.

George was inspired to take up the weekly 2km runs by his older brother, John , and has become a well-known and happy member of the Killarney House Junior Parkrun community.

To celebrate this special occasion, George was presented with a commemorative wristband and a certificate recognising his accomplishment.

Before his run, he joined other young parkrunners for a celebratory group photo, highlighting the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the Parkrun.

George has been a part of the Killarney junior Park run since it started in 2022, when he was just four years old.
As one of the original young runners, he has grown up with the event and helped it flourish each week.

What George loves most about Parkrun is the relaxed and non-competitive environment.

Whether he feels like running, skipping, or jogging, he enjoys being able to go at his own pace. He also takes great pride in monitoring his progress and trying to beat his personal best.

Outside of Parkrun, George is a student in Fossa and plays football with Fossa GAA.

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First day for Lissivigeen Junior Infants

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First day for Lissivigeen Junior Infants

Excitement filled the air in Lissivigeen National School on Thursday as more than 30 Junior Infants marked their very first day of school.

Junior Infants, Lissivigeen NS, pictured on their first day at school with Principal Ellen Cagney (left), SNA Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan & Junior Infant Teacher Kristine Sheahan.

The new pupils settled into their classrooms, taking their first big steps in primary education under the guidance of Principal Ellen Cagney, teachers Kristine Sheahan and Bríd Ryan, and SNA Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan. The children spent their morning making new friends, exploring their classrooms, and getting used to school routine during a memorable milestone for the school community.

Photos: Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan.

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Olivia Duggan, pictured on her first day at Lissivigeen School with Junior Infants teacher Kristine Sheahan. Picture Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan.

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€1m EuroMillions win at Centra The Reeks

Celebrations are underway in Killarney after Centra at The Reeks Gateway on Tralee Road sold a EuroMillions ticket worth €1,005,000 in the Friday, August 21 draw. The lucky winner secured […]

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Celebrations are underway in Killarney after Centra at The Reeks Gateway on Tralee Road sold a EuroMillions ticket worth €1,005,000 in the Friday, August 21 draw.

The lucky winner secured the life-changing sum through the special Ireland Only Raffle event after purchasing a Quick Pick ticket on the day of the draw.
Store owner John Bowler, who has operated the shop for over 20 years, expressed his delight after receiving the news from the National Lottery.
“There’s a great buzz around the store and we’re absolutely delighted,” Bowler said. “We have a mix of local customers and visitors coming through our doors every day, so the winner could be anyone. While we’ve sold fantastic prizes over the years, this is by far the biggest. It’s wonderful news for Killarney.”
National Lottery spokesperson Emma Monaghan urged anyone who bought a ticket at the store on Friday to check their numbers carefully. The ticket holder is advised to sign the back of the ticket, keep it safe, and contact the National Lottery prize claims team to arrange collection.
All photos: Eamonn Keogh

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