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Calls for Fianna Fáil Árd Fheis to be held in Killarney

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A Kerry County Councillor is calling for the annual Fianna Fáil Árd Fheis to be held in Killarney.

The Árd Fheis cannot go ahead at The Citywest Hotel in Dublin on June 17 and 18 as the hotel is currently housing Ukrainian refugees and its Convention Centre is in use as an overflow for processing refugees at times when Dublin Airport is over capacity.

The Deputy Mayor of Kerry County Council, Cllr Michael Cahill has voiced his disappointment on the unavailability of the original venue but said Killarney is the perfect alternative.

“Many people had plans made, leave arranged etc in order to attend this highly important event on the political calendar. It now appears that the venue cannot proceed with the gathering and obviously that also puts the dates into question as well for an alternative venue,” said the Rossbeigh-based Councillor.

“I would strongly suggest that Killarney is a most suitable destination with a large array of accommodation, restaurants and entertainment available, and should be considered.

“It is extremely important that the Fianna Fáil Árd Fheis goes ahead and there may not be many available options at such short notice. Killarney, being the tourism capital of Ireland, is better equipped than most, to step in and save the day.”

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Community College TY students become qualified baristas

School Dayz Transition Year students at Killarney Community College spent last Tuesday learning the skills to become baristas. They completed a full-day training course and are now qualified to make […]

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Transition Year students at Killarney Community College spent last Tuesday learning the skills to become baristas.

They completed a full-day training course and are now qualified to make coffee, which could make them very employable in local cafes and restaurants this summer.
Their teachers, who are described as the school’s “resident coffee experts,” were impressed with the students’ hard work and enjoyed the lattes, cappuccinos, and Americanos the students made throughout the day.
In addition to their barista training, the TY students also took a trip to Mallow. There, they learned about the rules of the road, practiced the driver theory test, and many got behind the wheel of a car for the first time. They also learned about the dangers of speeding and driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

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Rising stars Amano and Lillie Foley to share stage in ANAM

Two of Killarney’s rising musical talents, Amano and Lillie Foley, are set to perform their first ever joint headline concert at the ANAM Cultural Centre. Singer-songwriter and sean nós singer […]

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Two of Killarney’s rising musical talents, Amano and Lillie Foley, are set to perform their first ever joint headline concert at the ANAM Cultural Centre.

Singer-songwriter and sean nós singer Amano will bring her ‘Mythilligocial Meitheal Tour’ home for a special live performance of both her contemporary and traditional music.

Joining her on the night is local rising star Lillie Foley, making it a special event to celebrate two young Killarney songwriters making their mark on the Irish music scene. The event is supported by Kerry County Council Arts Office.

Amano, described by Hot Press in 2024 as an “idiosyncratic talent” is comfortable performing in both English and Irish, draws influences from alt-folk, R&B, and traditional sean-nós singing.

Her project THREAD was nominated for Irish language Album and Song of the year at the Gradaim Nós in 2024.

Her recent singles, ‘Burn’ and ‘The Birthing House’, have received airplay on RTÉ Radio 1, Radio Kerry, and Raidió na Life.

Lillie Foley, a 22-year-old singer who recently graduated from the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance with a BA in Voice, has released two debut singles in 2025, ‘Someday’ and ‘That’s Life’, which blend pop, soul, and folk genres.

The event is supported by Kerry County Council Arts Office.

The concert will take place on May 23, at the ANAM Cultural Centre in Killarney, starting at 7:00pm. Tickets are available from €15 plus a booking fee on Ticketpass.org.

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