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Appeal for witnesses following a fatal collision

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Gardaí in Killarney are appealing for witnesses following a fatal traffic collision in Co. Kerry on Thursday, 11th July 2024.
 
Shortly after 6pm, Gardaí and emergency services responded to a single-vehicle road traffic collision involving a van on the Ring of Kerry (N70) at Coad near Caherdaniel.
 
The driver of the van, a male in his 70s, was pronounced deceased at the scene a short time later.
 
The road at the crash site is closed to through traffic, diversions are in place and will remain in effect overnight on the N70 Ring of Kerry. Traffic between Sneem and Waterville is restricted to local access only. Motorists should plan their journeys accordingly.
 
Investigating Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Additionally, they are requesting those with camera footage, including motorists with dash-cam from the area at the time, to make it available to them.
 
Anyone with information is asked to contact Killarney Garda Station 064 667 1160 or the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111.

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Fossa Climate Action Group to host waterways walk

Fossa Climate Action Group will host a walk to the waterways of Killarney this Saturday, , at 11:00 am. The walk will be led by Blathnaid O’Loughlin, the Community Water […]

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Fossa Climate Action Group will host a walk to the waterways of Killarney this Saturday, , at 11:00 am.

The walk will be led by Blathnaid O’Loughlin, the Community Water Officer for Kerry County Council’s Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO).
Participants will learn about the health of natural streams in Fossa. The event will include a Citizen Science demonstration to assess water health and a discussion on individual and community actions to protect and improve local water quality.
Numbers for the walk are limited to 20 people.
Those interested in attending should contact Paul O’Raw of the Fossa Climate Action Group at 087 231 7204 to book a place.

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Killarney Valley AC launches athlete support programme

Killarney Valley Athletic Club has announced the launch of its Elite Athlete Support Programme. This new initiative aims to provide assistance to the club’s top-level athletes as they strive for […]

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Killarney Valley Athletic Club has announced the launch of its Elite Athlete Support Programme.

This new initiative aims to provide assistance to the club’s top-level athletes as they strive for excellence at national and international competitions.
The programme offers a clear pathway for young athletes within the club, from juvenile level to the international stage, demonstrating that progression to a global level is achievable with support and recognition.
Financial support will be available for international travel costs to eligible athletes aged Under 17 to Senior who are trending towards or have achieved international selection, pursuing scholarships abroad, committed to representing KVAC in team events, and willing to mentor and contribute to club development.
Killarney Valley AC athletes who believe they meet the criteria and have upcoming international competitions are encouraged to contact their club coach for an application form. The club states this initiative will empower its athletes to pursue the highest levels in athletics.

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