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Deer viewing park under consideration

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By Sean Moriarty

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A dedicated deer viewing park and associated car parking facilities are under consideration by Killarney Municipal District.

 

The deer grazing area opposite the entrance to Muckross House is a popular deer spotting area but Mayor Cllr Michael Gleeson says he has received expressions of concern from members of the public as cars stopping at the location cause traffic safety concerns.

 

At the recent Killarney Municipal District meeting Cllr Gleeson said: “As the many motorists who stop and park by the side of the Killarney to Molls Gap roadway to view the grazing deer in the fields across the road from the driveway to Muckross House & Gardens sometimes create a traffic hazard, I ask that the Council would develop a lay-by where cars could be safely parked while the occupants feast their eyes on the elegant animals.”

 

A Council official said that matter would be looked into.

 

“The need for such a facility will be examined in the context of predicted level of use, likely cost and road safety. If the findings indicate that the project is feasible the proposal will be forwarded to the TII for its consideration.”

 

 

HAVE YOUR SAY:

 

Does Killarney need a dedicated deer viewing park? Email: newsdesk@killarneyadvertiser.ie.

 

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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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