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Alternative Killarney connection to All-Ireland Club Semi-Final

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While all eyes in Killarney are on Dr Crokes’ upcoming All-Ireland Club Senior Football Semi-Final against Tyrone’s Errigal Ciaran, there’s another intriguing connection to the other semi-final.

Con O’Meara, son of the late Padraig O’Meara, is the joint manager of Coolera Strandhill, the Connacht champions who will face Dublin powerhouse Cuala in the other semi-final. The O’Meara family has a long and storied association with Killarney, particularly with Legion and their eponymous bar on High Street.
The late Padraig O’Meara, Con’s father moved to Sligo and raised a family there, with Con going on to represent Sligo at senior level. Now, as a manager, Con has led Coolera Strandhill to a historic All-Ireland semi-final.
Adding to the family’s sporting achievements, Con’s brother Shane is the head coach of the Sligo All-Stars, who will face UCC Blue Demons in the All-Ireland National Cup Basketball semi-final on January 11.
With both brothers involved in high-stakes matches, there’s a strong Kerry connection to the All-Ireland club scene this January. As Dr Crokes prepare for their own semi-final, it’s exciting to see another Kerry family making a significant impact on the national stage.

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Ballymac Vintage Club’s 16th annual car Run

Ballymac Vintage Club has launched its 16th Annual Classic Car and Honda 50 Run, which takes place on August 2. The event begins at O’Riadas Bar and Restaurant in Ballymacelligott […]

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Ballymac Vintage Club has launched its 16th Annual Classic Car and Honda 50 Run, which takes place on August 2.

The event begins at O’Riadas Bar and Restaurant in Ballymacelligott with Cars and Coffee from 9:00am. Vehicles will depart at 11:00pm.
This year’s run will finish in Knocknagoshel in partnership with the Knocknagoshel Meals on Wheels team, where tea and coffee will be served. Spot prizes will be distributed on the day.
Donations will be collected on the day, with proceeds going to the Kerry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes and St John of God Oileán Beo.
Sponsors for the event include BG Motors Killarney, Browne’s Agri, Steel and Builders Providers, and O Riada’s Bar and Restaurant.

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United in Love: Dream Manchester wedding for Killarney

Huge congratulations to Killarney couple Elaine Sugrue and Shane Reen on their spectacular wedding celebrations on Saturday, June 6. Elaine, who was born in Manchester and has lived in Killarney […]

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Huge congratulations to Killarney couple Elaine Sugrue and Shane Reen on their spectacular wedding celebrations on Saturday, June 6.

Elaine, who was born in Manchester and has lived in Killarney since she was a teenager, travelled back to her home city with Shane for a truly unforgettable day. As massive Manchester United fans, the couple said an “I Do” with a view. Their stunning wedding ceremony took place on Hotel Football’s spectacular rooftop terrace, “Heaven”, directly overlooking the iconic Old Trafford stadium, before everyone moved downstairs into the hotel’s fantastic Stadium Suite for the dinner party.
The beautiful couple now resides in Barraduff with their two wonderful children, Brooke and Tadhg, who were right there to celebrate the magic. A big crowd of family and friends made the journey over from Ireland to support Elaine and Shane on their special day.
The party didn’t stop there. Day two celebrations were kept lively and local at the historic Spread Eagle in Chorlton, where everyone toasted to the new Mr. and Mrs. Reen. Wishing Elaine, Shane, and their beautiful family a lifetime of love and laughter.

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