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Jack’s back – for three nights only!

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By Michelle Crean

It's hard to believe that it's been three years since The Grand's popular piano man played there - but punters won't have to wait too long more as Jack's back this summer.

Jack Patrick Healy, who now lives in London, is returning for three very special performances this July 8, 9 and 10.

"I can't believe it's been over three years since I last played at The Grand," Jack told the Killarney Advertiser this week. "Back then of course it was 'The Liquid Lounge', now recently retitled 'The Grand Piano Bar'. Shows start at 11pm and will go on until I can't sing any longer!"

The shows will coincide with the one year anniversary of the passing of Jack's little brother Thomas.

"To mark the occasion, I have one very sentimental request to ask of the audience - please wear blue. That could be a dress, a shirt, a tie, their shoes or better still even a football jersey - but if it ain't blue, it won't do! The show will feature all the hits from when I used to play in Killarney, but after spending three years in London I have some new tricks up my sleeve to bring from the big smoke to the home town. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone again, laughing and of course shedding a few tears, naturally."

He has also just finished writing and producing his latest song 'Forever Fourteen' which is dedicated to Thomas.

"I will be releasing this later in the year but will be giving a very special performance on the nights."

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Community College TY students become qualified baristas

School Dayz Transition Year students at Killarney Community College spent last Tuesday learning the skills to become baristas. They completed a full-day training course and are now qualified to make […]

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Transition Year students at Killarney Community College spent last Tuesday learning the skills to become baristas.

They completed a full-day training course and are now qualified to make coffee, which could make them very employable in local cafes and restaurants this summer.
Their teachers, who are described as the school’s “resident coffee experts,” were impressed with the students’ hard work and enjoyed the lattes, cappuccinos, and Americanos the students made throughout the day.
In addition to their barista training, the TY students also took a trip to Mallow. There, they learned about the rules of the road, practiced the driver theory test, and many got behind the wheel of a car for the first time. They also learned about the dangers of speeding and driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

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Rising stars Amano and Lillie Foley to share stage in ANAM

Two of Killarney’s rising musical talents, Amano and Lillie Foley, are set to perform their first ever joint headline concert at the ANAM Cultural Centre. Singer-songwriter and sean nós singer […]

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Two of Killarney’s rising musical talents, Amano and Lillie Foley, are set to perform their first ever joint headline concert at the ANAM Cultural Centre.

Singer-songwriter and sean nós singer Amano will bring her ‘Mythilligocial Meitheal Tour’ home for a special live performance of both her contemporary and traditional music.

Joining her on the night is local rising star Lillie Foley, making it a special event to celebrate two young Killarney songwriters making their mark on the Irish music scene. The event is supported by Kerry County Council Arts Office.

Amano, described by Hot Press in 2024 as an “idiosyncratic talent” is comfortable performing in both English and Irish, draws influences from alt-folk, R&B, and traditional sean-nós singing.

Her project THREAD was nominated for Irish language Album and Song of the year at the Gradaim Nós in 2024.

Her recent singles, ‘Burn’ and ‘The Birthing House’, have received airplay on RTÉ Radio 1, Radio Kerry, and Raidió na Life.

Lillie Foley, a 22-year-old singer who recently graduated from the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance with a BA in Voice, has released two debut singles in 2025, ‘Someday’ and ‘That’s Life’, which blend pop, soul, and folk genres.

The event is supported by Kerry County Council Arts Office.

The concert will take place on May 23, at the ANAM Cultural Centre in Killarney, starting at 7:00pm. Tickets are available from €15 plus a booking fee on Ticketpass.org.

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