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Chamber seeks extra parking spaces

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By Sean Moriarty

Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce is working with Kerry County Council in an attempt to identify additional parking facilities in the town - as parking in the town centre is at a premium this year.

The arrival of Bird’s Euroshow to the Fairfield car park has resulted in a loss of 110 parking spaces, however the funfair does pay for the use of the car park.

The Chamber did source alternative sites for the funfair.

A further 60 parking spaces had already been removed from the streets to allow businesses with no outdoor areas to trade outside.

“The Chamber was fully supportive of that [outdoor trading] measure,” said a statement issued by the Chamber. “The current position is that Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce is working with Kerry County Council in an attempt to identify additional parking facilities in and close to the town for the weeks ahead.”

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Firies fundraiser raffles Electric Bike for Cancer Unit

Firies resident and motorcycle enthusiast Sean Collins has launched a new charity raffle, with an electric bike as the top prize. All proceeds from the draw will go directly to […]

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Firies resident and motorcycle enthusiast Sean Collins has launched a new charity raffle, with an electric bike as the top prize.

All proceeds from the draw will go directly to the Dunmanway Cancer Day Care Unit at Cork University Hospital (CUH).
Sean is a regular fundraiser for cancer services; last March, he organised a successful motorcycle run that raised €2,400 for the same unit. This year, he has shifted focus to an electric bike raffle to continue his support for the facility.
The draw is scheduled to take place on Sunday, 7 June, at Henderson’s Bar in Firies. For those unable to attend in person, the event will be broadcast live on the Henderson’s Bar Facebook page.
Tickets are priced at €10 each and are currently available in various shops throughout Killarney and the surrounding areas. The prize was made possible through the support of O’Sullivan’s Cycles and KC Print Ltd in Killarney.
For any enquiries regarding tickets or the draw, Sean Collins can be contacted directly on 087 4436650.

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Patrick Bergin and Shay Given join Liam O’Connor for St Brendan’s Concert

Musician Liam O’Connor has secured a major coup for his annual concert at St Brendan’s College in Killarney, with international actor Patrick Bergin and Irish soccer legend Shay Given confirmed […]

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Musician Liam O’Connor has secured a major coup for his annual concert at St Brendan’s College in Killarney, with international actor Patrick Bergin and Irish soccer legend Shay Given confirmed as star guests.

The 2026 Liam O’Connor Show, featuring the St Brendan’s College Choir and Music Group, will take place in the College Chapel on Thursday, April 23, at 8:00 pm.
Patrick Bergin, a renowned actor and singer, is best known for his leading roles in Sleeping with the Enemy alongside Julia Roberts and as the title character in Robin Hood. He has also gained acclaim for his roles in Patriot Games and the BBC’s EastEnders.
Donegal native Shay Given remains one of Ireland’s most iconic sports figures, having earned over 130 caps for the Republic of Ireland. His distinguished club career included spells at Celtic, Newcastle United, and Manchester City, and he is now a prominent television soccer pundit.
The night will also feature O’Connor’s family band, Saoirse, Oisín, and Cillian, alongside the talented students of the St Brendan’s music department. Tickets for the event are currently available through ticketstop.ie.

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