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Eugene was a dedicated family man and great friend

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This week, family and friends are mourning the passing of Eugene O’Shea, a well-known local Killarney businessman, teacher and former Green Party member.

Formerly of Northwest London, Eugene moved to Killarney in the early '80s with his wife Maggie and son Eoin, they opened the much-loved Sugan Hostel, now part of the Shire Bar & Restaurant.

The family expanded with the arrival of daughter Eileen and they opened their second hostel in Bunrower, Ross Road, in the mid 1990s.

He was also one of the founding members of the Kerry Branch of the Green Party and played a key role in the Killarney UDC elections in 1985 - returning Ireland’s first elected member of the party.

He dedicated a large part of his life to securing a lasting peace in Northern Ireland, including a key role in the Forum for Peace and Reconciliation - at Dublin Castle in 1994.

“A great man, who was so generous of spirit you always came away feeling the better for it. A great promoter of Killarney but most of all a dedicated family man and a wonderful friend,” said friend Aidan Quirke.

Eugene passed away peacefully at home on Monday surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness.

He is survived by his loving wife Margaret (nee Purtill), son Eoin, daughter Eileen, daughters-in-law Anne and Emily, grandchildren Alanna, Eugene, Luke and Eoin, mother Hannah (nee Herlihy), sister Maureen and brothers JJ and Michael, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended relatives and many friends.

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Minor injury clinic to open by this time next year

The Killarney Local Injury Clinic is expected to be open by Q3 2026, according to the HSE. The proposed unit will be located on the grounds of St Columbanus Home. […]

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The Killarney Local Injury Clinic is expected to be open by Q3 2026, according to the HSE. The proposed unit will be located on the grounds of St Columbanus Home.

The timeline was confirmed in response to a Parliamentary Question from Fianna Fáil TD Michael Cahill, who said the project will follow the relocation of the Community Nursing Unit from its current site to the grounds of the old St Finan’s Hospital. Once the transfer is complete, construction of the injury clinic can proceed.
Deputy Cahill described the two new health facilities as “a fantastic addition for Killarney and the wider East, Mid, and South Kerry regions” and noted they will help reduce waiting times at University Hospital Kerry A&E.
“I will continue to push for enhanced health services for our people,” added the Fianna Fáil Spokesperson for Older People.
The new clinic is expected to provide urgent care services for local residents, easing pressure on hospital emergency departments and improving access to timely treatment in the Killarney area.

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Killarney welcomes home Kevin ‘The Kingdom Warrior’ Cronin

Boxer Kevin ‘The Kingdom Warrior’ Cronin received a warm homecoming in Jimmy O’Brien’s Bar on College Street on Sunday evening following his victory in Dublin last weekend, where he was […]

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Boxer Kevin ‘The Kingdom Warrior’ Cronin received a warm homecoming in Jimmy O’Brien’s Bar on College Street on Sunday evening following his victory in Dublin last weekend, where he was crowned Irish Light Heavyweight Champion.

Mayor of Killarney Cllr Martin Grady was on hand to officially welcome the new champion home, congratulating him on what he described as “a proud moment for Killarney and for Kerry sport.”
Cronin, who is sponsored by Jimmy O’Brien’s Bar, claimed the vacant national title after a hard-fought ten-round battle against Cork’s Cathal Crowley at the National Stadium, Dublin, on Friday night last.
The Kerry fighter won by majority decision, with the judges scoring the contest 95-94, 97-93 and 95-95. The result capped off years of dedication and hard work for Cronin, who now holds an 11-3-1 professional record.
Speaking at the homecoming, Cronin thanked his supporters and sponsors for their backing throughout his career.
“It’s unbelievable to bring this title to Kerry,” he said. “The support from home means everything. This one’s for everyone who’s been with me from the start.”
Crowds packed into Jimmy O’Brien’s Bar to celebrate the achievement, with music, photos and plenty of local pride on display.

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