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FROM KILLORGLIN HAIR SALON TO THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS IN PARIS

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Great news for Kerry’s leading hair group , Sean Taaffe who leads his own 64 person team has been asked to judge the world hair championships in Paris . The honour was bestowed upon him following his own hugely successful competition career during which time he has won numerous world championship title medals . His dedication to education and teaching the craft has earned him a coveted place judging the very best in the world as they compete .

“ it’s a huge shock and honour to be asked to judge at the world championships and I’m delighted to represent Ireland and the industry  in this role ."

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Calls to revive Darkness Into Light

A local councillor has called for the reinstatement of the Darkness Into Light charity walk in Killarney, following the event’s absence from the local calendar since 2024. The issue was […]

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A local councillor has called for the reinstatement of the Darkness Into Light charity walk in Killarney, following the event’s absence from the local calendar since 2024.

The issue was raised at Wednesday’s Killarney Municipal District meeting, where calls were made for the local authority to support new organisers in getting the fundraiser back on its feet.
The Killarney event was originally founded in 2011 by Marie O’Carroll in memory of her son, Nathan, who tragically took his own life in 2007.
For over a decade, under Marie’s stewardship, the walk raised significant funds for Pieta House’s suicide prevention services.
However, following her decision to step down after the 2024 event, the walk did not take place in 2025.
Cllr John O’Donoghue told the meeting: “It was only after looking at the media last year showing all the towns all over Kerry that ran and walked that I realised Killarney was missing out,”
Darkness Into Light is Pieta’s flagship global fundraiser, with the 2026 national event scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 9. In previous years, the Killarney route through the National Park was considered one of the most scenic and well-attended walks in the country.
Those interested in helping to bring the event back to Killarney can contact Cllr O’Donoghue at cllr.john.odonoghue@kerrycoco.ie.
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Killarney table quiz for Rise and Shine Trust

A fundraising table quiz, to help send young people with additional needs on a pilgrimage to Lourdes, will take place in the Killarney Avenue Hotel on Tuesday, March 10. The […]

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A fundraising table quiz, to help send young people with additional needs on a pilgrimage to Lourdes, will take place in the Killarney Avenue Hotel on Tuesday, March 10.

The event, organised by the Rise and Shine Trust, is also dedicated to the memory of popular Killarney accountant Tim Moore, who was a very dedicated volunteer with the organisation – previously known as the Irish Pilgrimage Trust – until his passing in 2002.
Proceeds raised on the night will help send a group of young people from Kerry to Lourdes for a week of respite at Easter.
All the doctors, nurses and carers that travel with them are volunteers who will pay for their own air fares and accommodation but the Rise and Shine Trust depends on various fundraising initiative, such as the Killarney quiz, to pay for the guests that travel.
For over 30 years the people of Killarney and East Kerry have generously supported the annual table quiz at which dedicated community volunteer Cathal Walshe is the quizmaster.
The quiz will commence at 7.30pm, the entry fee for tables of four will be €40 for adults and €20 for primary and secondary school students and all support would be greatly appreciated.
Rise and Shine is an independent, self-funding, inclusive and volunteer-led charity that strives to give people it was set up to support meaningful memories, the opportunity for personal growth and an unforgettable, life-changing experience

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