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Fashion extravaganza added to annual FleskFest line-up

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A brand-new fashion extravaganza has been added to this year's Glenflesk festival celebrations, promising an evening of style, music, and culinary entertainment.

The Summer Soirée in the Marquee will take place on Friday, June 19, at the Barraduff Community Field.

The event kicks off at 6pm with a prosecco reception and light bites on arrival, with the main programme scheduled to begin at 7pm.

Well-known broadcaster Brendan Fuller will host the evening, guiding guests through a varied line-up of live acts and demonstrations.

Food enthusiasts can look forward to a live culinary experience by Head Chef Chad Byrne, who will showcase creative dishes using fresh local ingredients while sharing practical cooking tips for the home.

Fashion and beauty will take centre stage later in the evening.

Experts Mary O’Donnell and Kerry O’Connor will host dedicated style segments, providing summer inspiration and showcasing on-trend looks from leading regional retailers, including Killarney’s Scarlett Boutique and Kenmare Cashmere.

Live music throughout the night will be provided by local performer Jack Patrick Healy, delivering his signature mix of high-energy piano and vocals to the marquee crowd.

In addition to the main stage entertainment, the event features handcrafted cocktails mixed by a professional mixologist, a fully licensed bar, and multiple spot prize giveaways. A dedicated prize for the Most Stylish Lady on the night includes a one-night stay at The Europe Hotel and Resort.

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Library upgrade to begin next week, two years after plan first mooted

Work on new, fully accessible public toilet facilities at Killarney Library is set to begin on Monday, July 20, marking the realisation of a project first tabled over two years […]

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Work on new, fully accessible public toilet facilities at Killarney Library is set to begin on Monday, July 20, marking the realisation of a project first tabled over two years ago.

The upgrade was initially put forward by Councillor Marie Moloney in May 2024, when she raised a motion at a Kerry County Council meeting highlighting the unacceptable lack of disabled toilets in a public building. At the time, Cllr Moloney noted that while access ramps were in place, several library users with disabilities were disappointed by the lack of facilities. “I will be keeping the pressure on to have these facilities provided as soon as possible,” she stated at the time.
Delivered by the Council’s Facilities Section, the upcoming works are expected to be completed in the autumn. The development will provide a new entrance to the toilet area, a fully accessible toilet, and baby changing facilities.
Killarney Library will remain open throughout the construction period, with all regular services continuing as normal. To ensure safety, the front porch, the existing public toilets, and the events room will be temporarily closed. Visitors will access the library via a signposted side entrance, and alternative public toilets will be available nearby at the High Street Car Park.

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Kerry Mountain Rescue issues warm weather warning

Kerry Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) has issued a warm weather warning for anyone climbing in the region after being called to assist a walker on Sunday. The rescue team was […]

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Kerry Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) has issued a warm weather warning for anyone climbing in the region after being called to assist a walker on Sunday.

The rescue team was tasked to the Devil’s Ladder area of Carrauntoohil (Corrán Tuathail) to help a climber experiencing severe exhaustion and dehydration. Volunteers successfully assisted the walker down to an awaiting vehicle.
With the current heatwave continuing, KMRT is reminding all hillwalkers to prepare adequately before setting out.
The team recommends carrying at least one extra litre of water, wearing sunscreen, and using a peaked or wide-brimmed hat. Walkers should set out early in the morning to ensure they are off the mountains before the peak heat builds in the middle of the day.
KMRT also advises walkers to consider changing their plans to less strenuous routes or rescheduling their climbs entirely until temperatures drop.

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