Innovation Centre marks 25 years

The Killarney Technology and Innovation Centre (KTIC) is celebrating 25 years of supporting local business while advancing plans for a major facility extension.

Over the past quarter century, the centre has supported hundreds of entrepreneurs, start-ups, and scaling companies across Kerry and the South-West.
To mark the milestone, the board and management team are progressing plans to deliver a new extension to address high demand for flexible office space. Full planning permission is already in place for the development, and management is currently meeting with State agencies, Government representatives, and local elected officials to secure funding.
Sean Counihan, Chair of the Board of Killarney Technology and Innovation Centre, said: “We are proud of what has been achieved over the past 25 years and excited about what lies ahead. This proposed expansion represents an investment not only in our organisation, but in the future entrepreneurial potential of Killarney and the wider region. Our objective is to ensure that future generations of innovators and business owners have access to the facilities and support they need to grow and succeed.”
Conor O’Leary, Centre Manager of Killarney Technology and Innovation Centre, said: “The Board is actively exploring all available opportunities and funding mechanisms that may assist in bringing this important project forward. We are encouraged by the positive engagement that has taken place to date and remain committed to working closely with State agencies and other stakeholders as we formulate a clear plan of action for the development.”
The centre aims to commence construction on the next phase of development within the next two years.

Special Masses to be held across Rathmore Parish

Following the recent celebration of significant wedding anniversaries in St Joseph’s Church, Rathmore Parish is preparing to host a series of special November Masses of Remembrance across its four churches.

Parish Priest Fr Kieran O’Brien, who was appointed parish priest in July, led the recent anniversary Mass where local couples celebrating milestones from 25 to 60 years renewed their wedding vows. The occasion coincided with Mission Sunday, with couples receiving commemorative certificates before gatherings continued at Teach Íosagáin.
Reflecting on his welcome to the area, Fr O’Brien said: “It was such a pleasure for me to preside over this special Mass. The people of Rathmore have welcomed me with warmth, generosity of spirit, and words of welcome. Occasions like this give me a chance to get to know the people of the parish even better.”
Attention now turns to the annual November tradition of remembering deceased parishioners. Each of the four churches across the parish will celebrate individual Masses for those buried in their respective communities over the past year.
Speaking on the upcoming ceremonies, Fr O’Brien said: “It is so important that we remember those who have gone before us. It is a time to reflect, to remember, and to pray for our loved ones. Grief is the price we pay for love, and it is important that as a community we support people in their loss, in their pain, and grief.”
The Remembrance Masses begin at the Church of the Holy Rosary in Gneeveguilla on Monday, November 9 at 8pm. St Mary’s Church in Shrone will hold its Mass on Saturday, November 14 at 6pm, followed by St Joseph’s Church in Rathmore on Wednesday, November 18 at 8pm, and Christ the King Church in Knocknagree on Friday, November 20 at 8pm.