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Donal Lucey is back with brand new EP

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By Oisin Fitzgerald

Singer-songwriter Donal Lucey talked to the Killarney Advertiser this week about his debut EP 'Untitled'.

Written by Oisin Fitzgerald who was on work experience with the Killarney Advertiser this week. Photo: Michelle Crean

The Muckross musician is also excited for his debut headline gig in Cork’s ‘An Spailpín Fánach’ on March 15.

He explained how life’s been going managing his full-time music degree with song-writing and his upcoming gigs.

Donal - who auditioned for the X Factor back in 2019 - has come a long way since his days of being a student in St Brendan’s College where he even performed at a graduation ceremony aged just 13!

Currently in his final semester at Cork School of Music, a school he highly suggests for anyone following a career in music, Donal spoke about how he’d been inspired to go to the school by a leaflet he found on his music teacher's desk. He also mentioned the quality of the teachers working in the Cork school, some of which had played with the likes and levels of world famous Belfast man Van Morrison. €80,000 pianos in every classroom were also given a mention by Donal!

Before getting his first headline gig, Donal was supporting acts such as Wild Youth who will be representing Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest this coming May in Liverpool, Roisin O and Paddy Casey. Donal also described the ‘craic’ he had travelling the country on these tours, getting around the entire country from Donegal and Port Laois back home to Killarney’s own INEC.

Donal, who was last year’s winner of the Hot Press prestigious ‘Hot for 2022’ award, also remembered how his days in The Sem Choir influenced his career path. He spoke about seeing the love of music throughout his fellow choir members and how it changed his view on music. Donal is also not a stranger to Irish radio. With airtime on Radio Kerry and Cork’s RedFM, he’s not far from being an Irish radio sensation. This doesn’t even include his audiences venturing as far as mainland Europe, the US and even going as far as Australia.

He spoke about the fun he had making his EP and how he finds its final track ‘Home’ his favourite as it has a personal meaning to him.

Donal also had some words of inspiration and influence for people looking to follow in his footsteps. He spoke about how it does get harder working as a musician and how important people skills are to the trade and finished up saying “if you love doing it, keep at it everyday”.

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Bid to host European Presidency summit meetings gathers pace

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Tourism, Michael Cahill TD, has highlighted Killarney’s suitability to host summit meetings of international Government Ministers during Ireland’s six-month European Presidency tenure in 2026. Deputy Cahill […]

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Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Tourism, Michael Cahill TD, has highlighted Killarney’s suitability to host summit meetings of international Government Ministers during Ireland’s six-month European Presidency tenure in 2026.

Deputy Cahill believes Kerry’s available accommodation, food, and conference facilities are “second to none,” with Killarney as the central location.
“Visitors from every corner of the earth have been coming to Kerry for centuries now, to experience its beauty and serenity and have returned on many occasions because of the fabulous time they have enjoyed during their stay here,” said Deputy Cahill. “Where else would you want to bring the senior Government Ministers of all of our EU counterpart states, to experience Ireland, its customs and heritage?”
The Rossbeigh TD outlined various attractions available for visitors during downtime: “During their downtime, they can visit the Blaskets and Slea Head, Sceilg Mhichíl and the Ring of Kerry, Killarney’s Lakes, Gap of Dunloe, National Park and Sliabh Luachra, all of our glorious beaches from Ballybunion to Rossbeigh, Kells to Ventry, Whitestrand to Inch, Ballinskelligs to Cromane, Waterville to Derrynane.” He also cited Kerry’s golf courses, Listowel Writers Week, the Rose of Tralee, and Puck Fair as potential experiences.
Deputy Cahill confirmed he has raised this matter with An Taoiseach, Micheál Martin; An Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Simon Harris; and Minister of State for European Affairs, Thomas Byrne.
“If Killarney’s bid is successful in bringing the Heads of State to our county for meetings, conferences and functions, it will be a massive boost to the local economy in Killarney and also throughout the county,” added Cahill.”Iwill continue to push in the coming months for Killarney and Kerry to be included as bases for the rounds of meetings that are to take place from July 1 to December 312026.”

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Triathlon Club launches Tuesday lake swim series

Killarney Triathlon Club has launched a new Tuesday evening swim series on the lakes, welcoming swimmers of all abilities. The weekly club swim takes place at 7PM at Dundag Beach […]

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Killarney Triathlon Club has launched a new Tuesday evening swim series on the lakes, welcoming swimmers of all abilities.

The weekly club swim takes place at 7PM at Dundag Beach and will run from June to September.
The series is designed to be a social and fitness-focused session. Staggered start times based on handicap levels will be implemented to ensure a competitive experience for all participants.
Caitriona Shanahan of Killarney Triathlon Club said: “Whether you’re looking to improve your fitness, take on a new challenge, or simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings with a supportive community, dive in and join us. The event is suitable for all levels and safety first at all times.”
Those interested in swimming, volunteering, or learning more about the club are invited to attend the sessions at Dundag Beach on Tuesday evenings or contact the club for further information.

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