Connect with us

News

Calling all 1972 Sem students for special reunion

Published

on

0238014_PIC_1_Colour.jpg

By Sean Moriarty

Former students of St Brendan’s College are organising a 50th anniversary reunion of the Leaving Cert class of 1972 – and they need your help.

.

HOGAN CUP: The Sem's 1972 football team as they lined out in Croke Park for the Hogan Cup final.

The past students will host a gala reunion in the Killarney Plaza on October 1.

Around 100 students would have sat the State Exams 50 years ago.

So far organisers have 89 names on a list of people they want at the event. However, they have only accurate contact details for 30 of these and they are calling on the people of Killarney to fill in the blanks.

Many of their colleagues are scattered all over the world – the most famous being Fr Martin Ashe, from Park Road, who is the current Assistant Bishop of Melbourne.

“We have located some of our past teachers too, one being a Mr Lenane who was my Latin teacher and I subsequently went on to be a Latin and Greek teacher,” said Dan O’Connor, who is one of organisers and who has lived in Dublin since 1972.

The school’s GAA team was highly regarded at the time and the squad lost an All-Ireland Hogan Cup final against St Pat’s of Cavan.

Details of next month’s reunion are available from Dan on 086 8497840, Dermot Kelly on 086 811284 or Eugene O’Sullivan on 086 3791359.

Advertisement

News

Fossa Community Sustainability Fair a success

Published

on

By

The Fossa Community Sustainability Fair, hosted by the Fossa Climate Action Group, was a huge success last Sunday afternoon, with over 20 exhibitors showcasing their initiatives and projects in Fossa Community Hall.

The annual event, which aims to promote sustainability and community engagement, attracted a diverse range of visitors who came to learn, share, and connect with local organisations and initiatives.

Exhibitors included Killarney National Park Education Staff, Beaufort Beekeepers Association, Young Environmental Award entrants, Flourish Organics and Wild Weeds.

The fair provided a platform for local groups and individuals to share their work, exchange ideas, and inspire others to take action on environmental issues.

Visitors had the opportunity to learn about sustainable practices, conservation efforts, and community-led projects, highlighting the wealth of talent and commitment to sustainability in the local community.

“We’re thrilled with the response and it gives comfort to know that there are so many groups in the area who are working to sustain the beautiful and healthy environment that surrounds us,” said Diarmaid Griffin of the Fossa Climate Action Group.

The Fossa Climate Action Group would like to thank all exhibitors, attendees, and supporters who contributed to the success of the event.

Attachments

Continue Reading

News

Legion presented with Hurling Support Pack at Croke Park

Published

on

By

Killarney Legion was among a select group of just 70 clubs from across the 32 counties invited to Croke Park recently to receive a Hurling Refresher Pack.

The presentation was led by GAA President Jarlath Burns and Hurling Development Committee Chairperson Terry Reilly.

Eamonn and Sonny Maguire represented the Killarney club at the headquarters to accept the equipment.

The initiative is part of a strategic drive by the GAA to grow the game, particularly in developing and non-traditional hurling areas.

Each pack contains 15 hurleys, 15 helmets, and 60 sliotars, specifically designed to support nursery and underage coaching.

President Jarlath Burns said that promoting and preserving hurling is a top priority of his term.

Attachments

Continue Reading

Last News

Sport