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Lions Club to host scrap metal collection for CUH Children’s Cancer Unit
Lions Club to host scrap metal collection for CUH Children’s Cancer Unit
Killarney Lions Club has issued a reminder that its 2026 scrap metal collection takes place this Saturday, March 28, at Killarney Racecourse.
Organised in partnership with KWD Recycling, the event will raise funds for the Children’s Cancer Unit at Cork University Hospital (CUH).
The collection will run from 9am to 4pm. Members of the public are encouraged to donate non-ferrous scrap metals, including aluminium, copper, brass, zinc, and stainless steel. Organisers have noted that "white goods" such as fridges, cookers, and washing machines cannot be accepted at this event.
"Our scrap collection went really well last year, so we’re looking forward to as many people as possible making a donation again this year," said Killarney Lions Club President, Jason Higgins.
All proceeds from the recycled metal will go towards improving facilities for families using the essential services at the CUH Children’s Cancer Unit. The Killarney Lions Club continues to support various local groups and individuals through such fundraising efforts and voluntary activities.
The pupils and staff of Holy Cross Mercy School traded their traditional red and grey uniforms for vibrant yellow on Friday last, to celebrate ‘Lá Buí’ in support of the Irish Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day. The school grounds were transformed into a sea of colour as the school came together for the annual fundraiser.
Despite the Lenten season being in full swing, a special dispensation was granted for the day, allowing pupils to enjoy treats. These were kindly donated by The Dungeon Bookshop, adding to the festive atmosphere of the event. All proceeds from the day’s collections were directed to the Irish Cancer Society to support their ongoing work in cancer research and patient services.
Holy Cross Mercy Principal, Alice Davern expressed thanks to all families in the school community for their “generous donations to this wonderful cause. We are extremely grateful to all at the Irish Cancer Society for their wonderful work.”
Holy Cross Mercy goes yellow on Daffodil Day
The pupils and staff of Holy Cross Mercy School traded their traditional red and grey uniforms for vibrant yellow on Friday last, to celebrate ‘Lá Buí’ in support of the Irish Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day. The school grounds were transformed into a sea of colour as the school came together for the annual fundraiser.
Despite the Lenten season being in full swing, a special dispensation was granted for the day, allowing pupils to enjoy treats. These were kindly donated by The Dungeon Bookshop, adding to the festive atmosphere of the event. All proceeds from the day’s collections were directed to the Irish Cancer Society to support their ongoing work in cancer research and patient services.
Holy Cross Mercy Principal, Alice Davern expressed thanks to all families in the school community for their “generous donations to this wonderful cause. We are extremely grateful to all at the Irish Cancer Society for their wonderful work.”
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