There was traffic disruption on the Killarney to Farranfore road on Tuesday evening after a car caught fire and was destroyed by flames.

The incident occurred on the Killarney side of Farranfore village, close to the turn-off for Ballyhar, at approximately 7.30pm. Emergency services were alerted after the vehicle burst into flames while on the roadway.

No injuries were reported. The car, believed to be a new Mercedes-Benz less than two weeks old, was extensively damaged in the fire.

Killarney Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene and brought the blaze under control. The incident resulted in significant delays for motorists, with traffic affected in both directions for a period while the scene was dealt with.

The school choir of St Brigid’s Presentation Secondary School recently had the honour of recording with David Sheehan for a special Radio Kerry Christmas broadcast, which will air on Christmas morning.

The feature also includes contributions from Scartaglen National School.

The programme offers a mix of interviews with students, their reflections on the meaning of Christmas, festive music performed by the St Brigid’s choir, Christmas poetry, and a strong focus on the school’s CEIST values.

As part of this, students spoke about their TY-led Christmas Hamper initiative, an annual act of compassion that supports families within their own school community with care and kindness during the Christmas season.

St Brigid’s extended their sincere thanks to Ms Healy and Ms McCann, the dedicated coordinators of the school choir, and to Ms Finnerty, the school’s ethos coordinator, for their work and preparation in bringing this special opportunity to life. Tune in on Christmas morning!