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Feast on ‘Ireland’s Best Hotel Burger’!

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By Michelle Crean

A delicious mouthwatering feast created by one local hotel has just been named 'Best Hotel Burger in Ireland'!

On Wednesday, staff at Hotel Killarney were over the moon to learn zia a Zoom ceremony presented by TV personality Brian Dowling, that they had been named one of the best in the country, as fast-food joints, family owned-pubs, hotels, and speciality burger restaurants all sought an accolade.

Head Chef at Hotel Killarney, John Byrne, had his work cut out as he was up against some stiff competition but his skills proved they couldn't be beaten as the winning announcement, part of National Burger Day yesterday (Thursday), was made.

It's Kepak’s fourth annual National Burger Day which encouraged customers to get out and have their say by voting for their favourite burger, while also showing some much-needed support for local food outlets and operators as they emerge from recent pandemic related closures. 

"We at Hotel Killarney are absolutely thrilled to have won 'Best Hotel Burger in Ireland'," Louise Daly, Social Media Coordinator with Hotel Killarney, told the Killarney Advertiser.

"We knew we were up against some stiff competition. It is a credit to our Head Chef John Byrne and his team for the hard work and passion they literally bring to our guest's dining tables every day. We would like to thank all of our staff and guests who got behind us to vote for Hotel Killarney. We look forward to serving many more burgers in the future!"

For every burger purchased and a photo shared online with the hashtag #nationalburgerday, a meal was donated to Simon Communities across the country, with over 14,000 meals donated in 2020 as part of the campaign.

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Newstalk Summer Tour arrives in Killarney

Newstalk’s 2025 Summer Tour, in association with ESB, is making its way to Killarney this week, bringing live broadcasts from the town. On morning, Friday, June 20, Newstalk Breakfast with […]

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Newstalk’s 2025 Summer Tour, in association with ESB, is making its way to Killarney this week, bringing live broadcasts from the town.

On morning, Friday, June 20, Newstalk Breakfast with Ciara Kelly and Shane Coleman will be live from the Café du Parc in the Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa, kicking off at 7 am.
Ciara and Shane are scheduled to speak with local Kerry figures and take a trip on Killarney’s jaunting cars to see the sights.
Kelly said: “I am so excited to head to Killarney. I have had some fantastic memories as a child visiting Kerry and can’t wait to go back for Newstalk’s Summer tour!”
Coleman added: “Kerry is a wonderful place to visit and I am looking forward to seeing its natural beauty, vibrant culture and rich history.”
The week-long tour is taking the full Newstalk experience to towns across Ireland, featuring live shows, special guests, and conversation.

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Ring of Kerry Cycle to honour founder Paddy O’Donoghue

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This year’s Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle, scheduled for July 5, will be run in memory of Paddy O’Donoghue, a founding member of the event.

Mr O’Donoghue, aged 81, from Muckross, passed away following a road collision in Kilgarvan on Tuesday, this week.

Paddy was a retired Kerry County Council engineer, affectionately known as ‘Paddy the Engineer’.

He was a driving force behind the annual charity cycle since its inception in 1982, regularly participating and fundraising for various causes. Beyond his cycling contributions, the Glenflesk native was also a notable footballer, having been part of the East Kerry team that secured the first All-Ireland Senior Football Championship in 1971.

Cathal Walshe, PRO of the Ring of Kerry Cycle said: “On behalf of the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle I wish to extend sincere sympathy to Brenda and the O’Donoghue family on the sad and sudden loss of Paddy.

“He was a fantastic supporter of the annual charity cycle since it’s inception back in the 80s. A regular participant and wonderful fundraiser for whatever charity he chose. Paddy loved a challenge in whatever he undertook and was the epitome of what the event was all about. We miss the banter and craic but he won’t ever be forgotten. This year’s event will be dedicated to his memory on July the 5th. His likes will never be seen again. Slan Abhaile our friend.”

Tributes have been paid to Mr O’Donoghue, including from his local Glenflesk GAA club, who stated, “Glenflesk GAA would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Paddy O’Donoghue on his sad passing. He was a true Glenflesk stalwart as a player, mentor and lifelong supporter.”

Paddy is survived by his wife Brenda, children Florence, Áine, Denise, Brenda, Báirbre, Patrick, and Alice, 17 grandchildren, his brother John, sisters Margaret, Kathleen, and Anna, and a wide circle of relatives and friends.

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