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Couch to 5k is back for 2023

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FITNESS: Killarney Valley Athletic Club will re-launch its Couch to 5k programme in January which will be run by club members Con Lynch (former National Cross Country Medalist and former World Police Games 1500m champion) Brid Stack (National Masters 400m Champion) and Jerry Griffin (Club Chairman and former Multiple Underage 800m National Champion).

By Sean Moriarty

Killarney Valley Athletic Club’s ‘Couch to 5k’ is back and will get underway on January 10.

The eight-week programme encourages non-runners to be ready for the Killarney Park Run 5k on March 4.

The group will meet twice a week, every Tuesday and Thursday, to prepare for the March event under the guidance of an experienced team of coaches and instructors.

“The benefits of starting early in the year not only helps to shed those pounds but helps to release those endorphins also, which is a great help for your mental health,” said Killarney Valley Athletic Club Chairman and Coach Jerry Griffin.

“It is run by experienced team in a safe, welcoming and encouraging environment with a wonderful atmosphere also is guaranteed. The team look forward to meeting you all. In the meantime have a happy Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year.”

Registration is only available online via www.killarneyvalleyac.ie/events/couch-to-5k-2023.

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Funding boost for Beaufort Wastewater Scheme

The long-awaited Beaufort Wastewater Scheme has taken a significant step forward following the Government’s decision to increaseproject funding to €7 million. The uplift forms part of an additional €14.3 million […]

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The long-awaited Beaufort Wastewater Scheme has taken a significant step forward following the Government’s decision to increaseproject funding to €7 million.

The uplift forms part of an additional €14.3 million announced under Measure A8 of the Multi-annual Rural Water Programme, supporting seven rural wastewater projects nationwide.
Fianna Fáil TD Michael Cahill welcomed the increase, saying the funding is “most welcome and long overdue,” but added that the project now needs to move ahead without further delay.
Minister Michael Healy-Rae also acknowledged the progress, stating, “This is a hugely important step forward for Beaufort,” and said he will continue pushing for delivery.
Deputy Danny Healy-Rae said the upgrade is essential for the village, noting, “Beaufort has waited long enough.”
The enhanced funding allows the scheme to proceed to the next stage, with all parties calling for construction to begin as soon as possible.

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Three families taking centre stage with Killarney Musical Society

Killarney Musical Society’s upcoming production of ‘All Shook Up’ will feature multiple generations of three different families performing side by side. The show will run from February 10 to 12 […]

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Killarney Musical Society’s upcoming production of ‘All Shook Up’ will feature multiple generations of three different families performing side by side.

The show will run from February 10 to 12 in the Gleneagle Arena. Tickets for the highly anticipated show are on sale now.
Music is well known to bring people of all ages together, and this is clearly evident within the Killarney Musical Society, where several families are sharing the stage this year.
The Spillane/Murray family boasts three generations in the production. Phil Spillane has been an active member since she joined KMS in September 1989.
This year, she performs alongside her daughter Amanda and her granddaughter Caoimhe, who is playing the character Lorraine. All three agree they are having great fun practising dance steps and harmonies together and will treasure this time forever.
Mother and daughter Annie and Alannah McIlroy are taking the stage together for the first time. Annie appeared in the 2023 production of Michael Collins, while Alannah joined the cast last year for Evita. They state that the best part of performing together is the quality time they share, not just during rehearsals but on the journeys to and from them, as both share a deep love for musicals.
Finally, the mother and daughter pair of Linda and Eilise O’Donoghue continue a family tradition. While Linda’s father was involved with KMS back in 1986, Linda herself joined in 2015 after being persuaded by her daughter Eilise, who has been a member since 2012. Before each performance, the two rely on each other: Eilise checks Linda’s hair and makeup, while Linda makes sure Eilise’s costume is perfect. They also enjoy practising their alto lines together, making the experience especially meaningful.
The society looks forward to welcoming audiences to the Gleneagle Arena for the three-night run of ‘All Shook Up’ next February.

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