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Calls for solutions to traffic congestion in Killarney

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OVER the past fortnight, Killarney Advertiser highlighted the parking and congestion crux in Killarney during the busy July/August period. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – this is a problem that has been ongoing for years.

One solution mooted was a designated car park with a flat rate per day. For instance, in Venice, this is €29, which most visitors are happy to pay knowing their car will be safe. It also takes the pressure off traffic flow.

Car parks could be zoned with a premium and cheaper car parks clearly flagged in a transparent manner.

Bottlenecks need to be quantified and tackled head on; do we know exactly how many car parking spaces could be needed?

There does seem to be a chink of light at the end of the (traffic-jammed) tunnel with talks in place on a through road from the High Street junction to Dunnes Stores and also discussions ongoing in relation to a multi-storey car park and relief road changes.

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OUR relief roads do not seem to be solving the traffic congestion in summer.

A direct access point for jarveys into Killarney National Park was proposed recently.

This would improve traffic flow and reduce congestion on Mission Road, according to Independent Councillor Maura Healy-Rae who raised the issue at the recent meeting of Killarney Municipal District.

Cllr Healy-Rae said a location near the Plaza, across from the Ha Ha, would be ideal. Kerry County Council said it would contact the National Parks and Wildlife Service to discuss the matter.

The necessity for an outer relief road from Lissivigeen to Castlelough was also highlighted at the meeting by Cllr Healy-Rae. There have been numerous representations and deputations about this issue, she pointed out.

“Previously, KCC said they were considering alternative routes which could provide relief in the meantime,” said Cllr Maura Healy-Rae. “I asked that the Woodlawn Road would not be specified as an alternative route in the interests of health and safety.”

Kerry County Council said in order for Transport Infrastructure Ireland to consider the Killarney Outer Bypass, it must be included on the National Capital Investment Plan 2016-2021. In the meantime, Kerry County Council National Road Design Office is examining alternative routes which could alleviate congestion between the N22 and the N71. The routes are at pre-feasibility stage and will only be disclosed when sufficient appraisal has been carried out to deem them feasible.

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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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