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Fundraisers net 16 buses for Kerry Parents and Friends

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By Sean Moriarty

Kerry Parents and Friends unveiled their new fleet of buses – the fruits of a long term fundraising campaign – on Saturday last, September 4.

Kerry Parents and Friends ‘Buy a Bus Campaign’, led by Agnes Rooney and ably assisted by Conor Hennigan, Tony Darmody, Emer Corridan, Ciara Roche and AustIn Rooney, held a thank you day at the organisation’s Port Road headquarters.

“It was a campaign run to achieve one goal, to replenish the ageing, dilapidated fleet of buses for the organisation by asking for our support through barn dances, golf classics, gatherings of all descriptions, corporate sponsorships, club donations, and support from families and friends,” Chief Executive Marie Linehan told the Killarney Advertiser.

“'The Buy a Bus Campaign' did its job. It raised a staggering €242,829, a fantastic result! A total of 16 vehicles were procured primarily through these funds but also through donations of vehicles by supporters of the campaign.

“The organisation was keen to thank the 'Buy a Bus Committee' but they also wish to thank all their supporters near and far, who made the dream happen and ultimately made the lives of those using their transport a little easier and more comfortable.

“Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was not possible to open the event to the public but they want their message spread far and wide. Thank You for your Support. It has made a real difference.”

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Final delivery as DJ retires

By Michelle Crean There’s hardly a Killarney home he hasn’t been to – but now DJ O’Driscoll has stood down from his duties. Friday night marked delivery driver DJ’s retirement […]

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By Michelle Crean

There’s hardly a Killarney home he hasn’t been to – but now DJ O’Driscoll has stood down from his duties.

Friday night marked delivery driver DJ’s retirement from the Killarney branch of Corcoran’s Furniture & Carpets, a position he has held for the last 15 years.

On Friday night, colleagues from all three Corcoran’s Furniture & Carpets stores gathered in the Killarney Height’s Hotel. DJ was also joined by his daughter and her partner for the special night.

“After almost 15 years of steadfast work with Corcoran’s, DJ has been a constant pillar of support for his colleagues and has helped the company go from strength to strength,” owner Kieran Corcoran said.

“Corcoran’s would like to wish DJ the very best of luck for the future and hoping that he enjoys his retirement. Many thanks to Killarney Height’s Hotel for hosting the staff night on Friday. A great night was had by all!”

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Rowers pull together for Order of Malta

Members of Flesk Valley Rowing Club had a strenuous but successful morning on Sunday when they collectively rowed the distance from Malin Head to Mizen Head. And it was all […]

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Members of Flesk Valley Rowing Club had a strenuous but successful morning on Sunday when they collectively rowed the distance from Malin Head to Mizen Head.

And it was all done indoors on rowing machines in support of the Killarney Order of Malta.

Just before 11am the Valley armada ‘left shore’, and approximately 40 members aged from 12 to 50ish set to their task with enthusiasm. By midday someone reckoned that Barack Obama’s Plaza had been reached but unfortunately there was no stop for tea, just a splash of holy water, a mouthful of Lucozade and a few jelly babies for the lucky ones!

As the kilometres clicked slowly by the temperature started to rise and the cry went up from the gasping veterans to open all the doors!

No such problems for the junior relay crews who had a fantastic morning rowing, laughing, and racing each other all the way to the finish.

The junior members who took on the half-marathon distance individually were amazing throughout and got stronger as the finish line came into view.

“We’re delighted with how the morning went,” Tadhg Kelly from Flesk Valley said.

“There was a great atmosphere in the venue, and we are grateful to all the parents and Flesk Valley supporters who came along to encourage our young and not-so-young rowers. It was great too to see the members of the Order of Malta in attendance to offer their support, and the club would like to thank everyone who donated on the day.”

Tadhg also expressed his thanks to the underage coaches and committee members for looking after everyone during the event. He especially wanted to mention everyone at Celtic Steps and the Killarney Racecourse for facilitating the club and Workmens Rowing Club and Glenflesk GAA for the use of their equipment.

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