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Athletic’s Luke Doolan Signs for Kerry FC

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Killarney teenager Luke Doolan has signed for Kerry FC, making the move from local side Killarney Athletic.

The 17-year-old forward was a standout performer in the Kerry District League last season and caught the eye with five goals in the Munster Youths Cup.
He also featured for Athletic’s senior team and earned a call-up to the Republic of Ireland Under-18 squad, where he impressed in international friendlies.
Doolan will now train with the Kerry FC first team and play with the club’s Under 20 Academy side. His signing is another boost for the club’s commitment to developing local talent.
Speaking after the move, Luke said: “I’m delighted to have this chance with Kerry FC and I’m looking forward to working with the team. I’m grateful to Colin Healy for the opportunity and I’m excited to play in front of the Kerry supporters.”
First-team manager Colin Healy added: “Luke has trained with us for the last number of weeks and has really impressed. He’s shown a great attitude and hunger to learn. He’s a talented young player and this is the next step for him.”
Kerry FC CEO Billy Dennehy said: “Luke’s journey is similar to many young players who previously had no League of Ireland pathway in Kerry. His progress is a credit to Killarney Athletic and his coaches. We look forward to helping him develop further at the club.”

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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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