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History of Kilcummin helps pupils win top prize

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By Michelle Crean

Researching their local area helped Kilcummin pupils win first place in a history competition.

Fourth and Fifth Class pupils from Kilcummin National School included lots of original research for their Explore Your Local Heritage Competition organised by Kerry Archeological and Historical Society and partners.

This is the second year that the competition has been running and Mr Mannix's class went one better than last year's second place finish in the competition winning first prize this year.

The class were recently presented with their prize by President of the Kerry Archeological and Historical Society, Jimmy Dennihan, Victoria McCarthy, Kerry County Council and Claudia Kohler, Kerry County Museum at the Kerry County Museum in Tralee.

"The title of their winning project was 'The Development of Education in Kilcummin' and included lots of original research by the children into the history of education in the parish of Kilcummin including interviews with current and former staff of the school and members of the wider community," Principal Gillian Sheehan told the Killarney Advertiser.

"The children are thrilled with their win and we are all very proud of them, especially their class teacher Mr Mannix and SNAs Rena and Irene, who invested so much time into the project. The class visited Kerry County Museum for the presentation of the award and they enjoyed a tour of the museum."

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Fossa Climate Action Group to host waterways walk

Fossa Climate Action Group will host a walk to the waterways of Killarney this Saturday, , at 11:00 am. The walk will be led by Blathnaid O’Loughlin, the Community Water […]

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Fossa Climate Action Group will host a walk to the waterways of Killarney this Saturday, , at 11:00 am.

The walk will be led by Blathnaid O’Loughlin, the Community Water Officer for Kerry County Council’s Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO).
Participants will learn about the health of natural streams in Fossa. The event will include a Citizen Science demonstration to assess water health and a discussion on individual and community actions to protect and improve local water quality.
Numbers for the walk are limited to 20 people.
Those interested in attending should contact Paul O’Raw of the Fossa Climate Action Group at 087 231 7204 to book a place.

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Killarney Valley AC launches athlete support programme

Killarney Valley Athletic Club has announced the launch of its Elite Athlete Support Programme. This new initiative aims to provide assistance to the club’s top-level athletes as they strive for […]

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Killarney Valley Athletic Club has announced the launch of its Elite Athlete Support Programme.

This new initiative aims to provide assistance to the club’s top-level athletes as they strive for excellence at national and international competitions.
The programme offers a clear pathway for young athletes within the club, from juvenile level to the international stage, demonstrating that progression to a global level is achievable with support and recognition.
Financial support will be available for international travel costs to eligible athletes aged Under 17 to Senior who are trending towards or have achieved international selection, pursuing scholarships abroad, committed to representing KVAC in team events, and willing to mentor and contribute to club development.
Killarney Valley AC athletes who believe they meet the criteria and have upcoming international competitions are encouraged to contact their club coach for an application form. The club states this initiative will empower its athletes to pursue the highest levels in athletics.

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