Members of the Kilcummin community have expressed growing concern following a series of illegal fly-tipping incidents along the local Bog Walk.

Recent dumping along the route has involved green waste, including hedge clippings, discarded trees, and garden refuse.

Local representatives are reminding the public that discarding garden waste on bogland or mountain trails is strictly illegal under the Waste Management Acts and Litter Pollution Acts, carrying the same penalties as dumping household rubbish.

Although organic, introduced green waste disrupts the native habitat of blanket bogs.
Residents who spot illegal dumping are encouraged to report incidents anonymously to Kerry County Council on 066 716 2000, via the Environmental Hotline at 1800 326 228, or by emailing environ@kerrycoco.ie.

Glenflesk GAA hosts cardiac screening clinic

Glenflesk GAA Healthy Club recently welcomed the Dillon Quirke Foundation to run a cardiac screening clinic for its young members.

A total of 45 club players aged 12 to 18 underwent vital heart checks designed to promote early detection and heart health awareness among young athletes.
Medical personnel from Advanced Medical Services conducted the screenings with professionalism and care, while the club’s Healthy Club Team oversaw the smooth operation of the event.
The Dillon Quirke Foundation operates without government funding, relying entirely on public support to raise awareness of Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS) and provide non-cost cardiac clinics to sports clubs across Ireland.
Glenflesk GAA encourages anyone wishing to support the foundation’s ongoing screening work to consider making a donation online at dillonquirkefoundation.com.