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Coffee morning being held in memory of late Kevin O’Shea

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A coffee morning will take place in the Aghadoe Heights Hotel next week in memory of the late Kevin O’Shea.

It will take place on October 18 from 11am to 1pm.

All proceeds will go to Kerry Hospice Foundation, Kerry Cancer Support Group and Recovery Haven.

For those who are unable to make it on the day, you can make a donation online by scanning the QR code on the picture.

Kevin’s family extended their heartfelt thanks to local businesses and hotels that have generously sponsored spot prizes, all to be won on the day.

They also said that any donation, big or small, is appreciated and all support is most welcome.

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O’Flaherty Centenary Exhibition announced for library

A month-long exhibition marking the centenary of Monsignor Hugh O’Flaherty’s ordination will open at the Library next week. The Hugh O’Flaherty Memorial Society has confirmed that the exhibition will run […]

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A month-long exhibition marking the centenary of Monsignor Hugh O’Flaherty’s ordination will open at the Library next week.

The Hugh O’Flaherty Memorial Society has confirmed that the exhibition will run from December 16, to January 17, , coinciding with the 100th anniversary of the Killarney priest’s ordination on December 20, 1925.
The display will feature a collection of photographs, artefacts and documents previously exhibited in Killarney, along with several newly sourced historic items.
Organisers say the exhibition will appeal to visitors of all ages, particularly students, as it outlines the life and humanitarian work of the famed cleric, who saved thousands of lives in Rome during World War II.
The exhibition will be formally opened by the Mayor of Killarney, Cllr Martin Grady.

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Woodlawn residents unite to launch Memory Tree

Residents of Woodlawn Park,gathered on Monday night to officially light their community’s Memory Tree, created to honour loved ones who have passed away. The event brought together three generations of […]

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Residents of Woodlawn Park,gathered on Monday night to officially light their community’s Memory Tree, created to honour loved ones who have passed away.

The event brought together three generations of families from the estate.
Cathaoirleach of the Killarney Municipal District, Cllr. Martin Grady, was invited by the residents to switch on the lights. The project was organised locally and supported by long-standing and newer households in the area.
First-generation residents taking part included Tim O’Leary, Angela Curran, Mella Wade, Pam Brosnan, Jacquie O’Sullivan, Kathleen Pyne, Breda O’Connor, Gerry O’Donoghue, Mossie Cremin, Derry Pyne and Denis Carroll.
Members of the third generation included Jennifer Pyne, Robyn O’Leary and Sophie Tyler-Curran.
The Memory Tree will remain lit throughout the Christmas season as a shared tribute from the Woodlawn Park community.

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