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Man finds ancient shark teeth!

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A hurricane left a parting gift for one beach walker - a 10cm long fossilized megalodon tooth.

Millions of years-old and 21m in length with razor-sharp 17cm fangs, the prehistoric shark had the greatest biting power of any known animal to ever wander or swim the Earth, which was quite the spectacle in its time.

"It's something so ancient," Jacob Danner, who made the discovery, said. "You pick up something that's millions of years old from a creature on the planet, and it takes you back to that childlike fascination of dinosaurs and all the mysteries that are only hinted at when we read about them."

An avid collector and historian, Danner refers to himself more as a hobbyist than an expert. In his most fruitful venture, he said he once found 33 different shark teeth in a two-hour period. However, prior to this summer, he had never come across a megalodon tooth since moving to the coastal area last January.

But even more incredible than his megalodon find? It was his second such discovery in less than a month.
Just three weeks earlier, Danner had found his first-ever megalodon tooth, a long-awaited uncovering that he said almost made him feel guilty.

"The first one that I found, I think it was like June 17 or 18, I just froze and looked around like I was walking on the sidewalk and came across a $100 bill," he said. "There's part of it that's a surprise and another part of it that feels guilty, not sure how to feel. I looked and was just holding it, turning it in my hands."

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‘Voices from the Friary’ charity concert

The event will raise funds for the St. Vincent de Paul, St. Brigid’s Conference, Killarney. The concert will feature the Kerry Scotia Ensemble, soprano Dr Sharon Lyons, and the Kerry […]

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The event will raise funds for the St. Vincent de Paul, St. Brigid’s Conference, Killarney.
The concert will feature the Kerry Scotia Ensemble, soprano Dr Sharon Lyons, and the Kerry Concert Choir.
Attendees can look forward to an evening of classical, choral, and vocal music spanning various genres, from religious pieces to modern pop.
The Kerry Concert Choir will lead the event, blending voices with the strings of the Kerry Scotia Ensemble. Dr Lyons and members of the choir recently performed to enthusiastic audiences in Dublin.
Their performances, which often mix classical styles with a modern touch, have gained them a strong following, with concerts like their recent candlelight shows at Ballyseede Castle selling out.
All money raised from ticket sales and a raffle on the night will go directly to the St. Vincent de Paul, St. Brigid’s Conference in Killarney, which helps people in need in the area.
Tickets for cost €20 and can be bought online through Eventbrite or at the door of The Friary. With expectations of a full house, those interested are encouraged to get their tickets soon to enjoy an evening of music while supporting a worthy cause.

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Killarney Musical Society’s ‘Evita’ a resounding success

The Killarney Musical Society’s production of ‘Evita’ concluded its run at the INEC with three nights of packed audiences and an extra children’s matinee on Tuesday afternoon. The production, which […]

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The Killarney Musical Society’s production of ‘Evita’ concluded its run at the INEC with three nights of packed audiences and an extra children’s matinee on Tuesday afternoon.

The production, which ran from March 11th to 13th, brought to life the story of Eva Peron, as told through the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber and the lyrics of Tim Rice.
Months of rehearsals, held across numerous venues, culminated in what the society described as an “absolutely incredible show.” The audience experienced an “emotional rollercoaster” through Eva Peron’s life, with the music mirroring her journey.
The production featured a large cast, a 16-piece orchestra under Musical Director Jimmy Brockie, and choreography by Stephen O’Rian. Liam Butler directed the show, which included sets, sound by Star Sound Systems, costumes by Pat McGann, and lighting by John Hurley of InFocus Lighting and Projection Design.

See next week’s Killarney Advertiser for full report on ‘Evita’.

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