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Killarney couples renew vows at St Mary’s Cathedral

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Several couples celebrating significant wedding anniversaries gathered last Saturday at St Mary’s Cathedral to renew their vows. The annual event, organised by Killarney Parish Administrator Fr Kieran O’Brien, is a local tradition for those marking significant milestones and anniversaries.Fr O’Brien was assisted by Fr Vitalis Barasa.Following the ceremony, the couples, along with family and friends, moved to St Brendan’s College for refreshments. Attendees exchanged stories, and reminisced about their wedding days.Couples Celebrating Anniversaries:

25th Wedding Anniversary

Andy and Norma McHugh, Carhoonahane, Beaufort
Mike and Sheila Daly, Glean Tober, Gortdromakerry, Muckross
Cathal and Mairead Dunphy, Lyranes Lower, Glencar
Michael and Susan Keane, Aughacasla, Castlegregory

30th Wedding Anniversary

Bernadette Randles and Vincent Casey, Muckross Road
Paul and Deirdre McEnteggart, Ashgrove, Firies
Tony and Teresa O’Gorman, Glosha, Cromane, Killorglin
Seamus and Ella Clifford, Ardaneanig
Hillary and Moira Fleming, Whitebridge
Donal and Caroline McCarthy, Countess Road

35th Wedding Anniversary

Paudie and Joan Mangan, Riverhaven, Coolcorcoran
Michael and Marian Lucey, Knockeenduff
Liam and Marie Courtney, Minish East

40th Wedding Anniversary

Joe and Caroline Hurley, Whitebridge Manor
Michael and Cliona O’Sullivan, Knocknasartnett
Sean and Margaret McCarthy, Kenmare Road, Muckross
Noel and Rita Curtin, Pinewood Estate
Tim and Catherine Moriarty, Gortagullane, Muckross
Neilly and Bridie O’Mahony, Knockeragh
Donal and Linda O’Donoghue, Knockeenduve
Padraig and Mary Kissane, Minish

45th Wedding Anniversary

Tony and Marie Nolan, Whitebridge Manor
Jerry and Lena Kelleher, Islanderagh, Rathmore, Co. Kerry
Liam and Helen O’Brien, Rookery Road

50th Wedding Anniversary

James and Margaret Arthur, St Brendan’s Place
John and Chris Mannix, Flesk Lodge, Muckross Road
Patrick and Breda Moriarty, Gortagullane, Muckross
Batt and Nora Healy, Upper Lissivigeen
John and Margaret Mc Carthy, Muckross Grove
Sean and Mary Kavanagh, “Tiriúil”, Muckross Road
Frank and Siobhán Lewis, Gortagullane, Muckross
Bernie and Katherine Cronin, Knopogue, Aghadoe
Ted and Phil Ahern, Faha
Michael and Kathleen Doyle, Carhoonahone, Beaufort
Joe and Breeda Lyons, Kilbrack, Oakpark, Demesne, Tralee
Eckhart and Patricia Gogsch, Demense, Ross Road
Will and Teresa Burke, Muckross Grove

55th Wedding Anniversary

Paddy and Mary Casey, Gortacoosh, Glenflesk
Pat and Alice O’Sullivan, Minish
Michael and Noreen Marshall, Muckross Grove
60th Wedding Anniversary
Marie and Sean O’Brien, New Road
Jimmy and Myra O’Gorman, Dunrine, Tralee Road
Pat and Joan Cahill, Flesk Bridge, Muckross Road
William and Maura O’Neill, Park Drive

63rd Wedding Anniversary

Sean and Breege O’Donoghue, Flesk Castle, Mill Road

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Anne Kelly takes runner-up spot in Camera Club competition

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Following the recent success of Maryann Heidtke with ‘The Shoemaker’, Killarney Camera Club has featured the runner-up in the Novice Environmental Portrait category.

Anne Kelly secured the second-place spot with a striking photograph of a skilled craftsman repairing spectacles.

Captured from the other side of a window, the image immediately draws the viewer in and beautifully portrays the subject at work.

At first glance, the photograph has an almost old-fashioned appearance. However, a closer look reveals an intriguing collection of glasses, with modern frames displayed alongside vintage and costume eyewear.

The image is a wonderful example of environmental portraiture, showing the craftsman surrounded by his tools and the finished pieces of his trade.

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Memorial plaque planned for Moll’s Gap to honour local hero John Mullane

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The family of the late John Mullane have announced plans to erect a memorial plaque near Moll’s Gap to honour the man whose heroic actions and early dedication helped shape the Killarney and District Motor Club (KDMC).

John was a central figure in the local motorsport scene during the mid-1970s.

Many in East Kerry consider him a founding member of KDMC, noting his significant workload alongside rallying legends like Billy Coleman during the formative years of the Rally of the Lakes.

His life was cut short in 1980, just one year after the first Rally of the Lakes was held.

John died at Looscaunagh Lake, located beside the iconic Moll’s Gap stage, after entering the water to save a friend.

Despite being unable to swim, his selfless effort ensured his colleague made it to shore alive, though it cost John his own life.

“If John was still alive today there is no doubt he would be one of the main men contributed to The Annual Rally of the Lakes,” said Anne Marie Clifford. “His love for motorsport and very early involvement in KDMC is widely spoken about by many of his peers throughout the years and the competition for this cup is intense and this year was no different.”

His legacy continues through the John Mullane Memorial Cup. Awarded since 1981, it remains one of the most coveted prizes in the rally, presented each year to the highest-placed crew consisting of two Kerry residents.

The new plaque will serve as a permanent reminder of his bravery and his lasting contribution to Killarney motorsport.

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