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David proves he’s got world class skills

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By Michelle Crean

It was a major moment for one young Kilcummin man when he received a medal at the Worldskills Ireland event.

David Gleeson from Ballinamanagh was presented with the accolade after coming in first place in the plumbing and heating category at the Worldskills Ireland 2021 construction championship.

The 2021 final was held in March, delayed due to COVID, and David finally got his hands on his well deserved medal at the Dublin event two weeks ago.

Pat O'Riordan, Head of Plumbing in MTU, encouraged David to enter the competition. Unfortunately due to COVID the opportunity to go on to represent Ireland in Shanghai didn’t come to pass, however he may avail of an opportunity to represent Ireland at the 47th World Skills competition in Lyon in September 2024.

David entered the apprenticeship programme when he finished secondary school and would highly recommend it to young people thinking of a practical career choice.

He said the best thing about working as a tradesperson is the variety of the work, saying every day is different as you’re always learning and always earning.

"It’s a great career path for the people who like to work with their hands, you learn and upskill over the four year course!"

David is very focused and determined in his work. He would like to give a special mention to Shannon ETB, Cork CIT and his employers Donie and Stephen Broderick.

"I’m thrilled to win the competition," he told the Killarney Advertiser.

"I’m proud to be able to put what I learned on show and work with my hands to create something capable of winning first place. I went through two qualifiers to get to the final and they were mini pipe bending, welding and fitting projects and then I did the final and it was all copper bending techniques and you had to be fairly accurate! It was a challenge coming up against other plumbers from all around Ireland."

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Final delivery as DJ retires

By Michelle Crean There’s hardly a Killarney home he hasn’t been to – but now DJ O’Driscoll has stood down from his duties. Friday night marked delivery driver DJ’s retirement […]

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By Michelle Crean

There’s hardly a Killarney home he hasn’t been to – but now DJ O’Driscoll has stood down from his duties.

Friday night marked delivery driver DJ’s retirement from the Killarney branch of Corcoran’s Furniture & Carpets, a position he has held for the last 15 years.

On Friday night, colleagues from all three Corcoran’s Furniture & Carpets stores gathered in the Killarney Height’s Hotel. DJ was also joined by his daughter and her partner for the special night.

“After almost 15 years of steadfast work with Corcoran’s, DJ has been a constant pillar of support for his colleagues and has helped the company go from strength to strength,” owner Kieran Corcoran said.

“Corcoran’s would like to wish DJ the very best of luck for the future and hoping that he enjoys his retirement. Many thanks to Killarney Height’s Hotel for hosting the staff night on Friday. A great night was had by all!”

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Rowers pull together for Order of Malta

Members of Flesk Valley Rowing Club had a strenuous but successful morning on Sunday when they collectively rowed the distance from Malin Head to Mizen Head. And it was all […]

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Members of Flesk Valley Rowing Club had a strenuous but successful morning on Sunday when they collectively rowed the distance from Malin Head to Mizen Head.

And it was all done indoors on rowing machines in support of the Killarney Order of Malta.

Just before 11am the Valley armada ‘left shore’, and approximately 40 members aged from 12 to 50ish set to their task with enthusiasm. By midday someone reckoned that Barack Obama’s Plaza had been reached but unfortunately there was no stop for tea, just a splash of holy water, a mouthful of Lucozade and a few jelly babies for the lucky ones!

As the kilometres clicked slowly by the temperature started to rise and the cry went up from the gasping veterans to open all the doors!

No such problems for the junior relay crews who had a fantastic morning rowing, laughing, and racing each other all the way to the finish.

The junior members who took on the half-marathon distance individually were amazing throughout and got stronger as the finish line came into view.

“We’re delighted with how the morning went,” Tadhg Kelly from Flesk Valley said.

“There was a great atmosphere in the venue, and we are grateful to all the parents and Flesk Valley supporters who came along to encourage our young and not-so-young rowers. It was great too to see the members of the Order of Malta in attendance to offer their support, and the club would like to thank everyone who donated on the day.”

Tadhg also expressed his thanks to the underage coaches and committee members for looking after everyone during the event. He especially wanted to mention everyone at Celtic Steps and the Killarney Racecourse for facilitating the club and Workmens Rowing Club and Glenflesk GAA for the use of their equipment.

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