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Javier named new Restaurant Manager at The Lake Hotel

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The Lake Hotel has appointed Javier González as their new Restaurant Manager.

NEW MANAGER: Javier González (centre) has been appointed new Restaurant Manager at The Lake Hotel’s award winning Castlelough Restaurant. He is pictured with Kiran Soodeelah who is taking on the role of Assistant Restaurant Manager. They are pictured with HR Manager Sarah Mannix. Photo: Don MacMonagle

NEW ROLL: Javier González has been appointed new Restaurant Manager at The Lake Hotel’s award winning Castlelough Restaurant. He is pictured with Kiran Soodeelah who is taking on the role of Assistant Restaurant Manager. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Javier has been an integral team member at The Lake Hotel for over six years, having previously held Duty Manager, Head Waiter, and Commis Chef roles. A native of Cádiz in the south of Spain, Javier has gained over 12 years hospitality experience in both Spain and Ireland. Javier has a wealth of industry knowledge and a passion for delivering exemplary service with the warmest of welcomes.

Also joining the team at The Lake Hotel’s award winning Castlelough Restaurant is Kiran Soodeelah. Kiran has been appointed as Assistant Restaurant Manager. With over 25 year’s industry experience, his career has been filled with prestigious establishments including Treyvaud’s Restaurant and The Great Southern Killarney. Having previously worked at The Lake Hotel in 2016, Kiran is extremely familiar with the luxury family-owned property and is delighted to return as Assistant Restaurant Manager.

Javier and Kiran were welcomed by HR Manager Sarah Mannix.

“We are delighted to appoint Javier as Restaurant Manager, he is a wonderful asset to The Lake Hotel and his expertise will bring a fresh approach to our Castlelough Restaurant, enhancing the overall dining experience,” Sarah said.

“We are thrilled to welcome Kiran back, he brings a wealth of experience with him. Both Javier and Kiran are very familiar with the hotel and have a fantastic rapport with all their colleagues. We are delighted to have such a strong team in place for the season ahead.”

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Camera Club announces monthly competition winners

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Maryann Heidtke has claimed top honours in this month’s Killarney Camera Club competition, winning both the Novice and Unrestricted categories.

Her winning photograph, titled ‘The Shoemaker’, was taken in a narrow alleyway in the medina of Marrakesh.

The image is an environmental portrait featuring an elderly shoemaker in his small workshop.

The subject is surrounded by rows of handcrafted leather shoes and bags in various colours, capturing a sense of his daily craft and routine

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Friary Folk Group release new charity CD for Comfort for Chemo

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The Friary Folk Group has announced the release of their fourth charity CD, titled “Reflections,” featuring a collection of liturgical and contemporary songs.

The group has been a fixture in Killarney for almost 40 years and has raised approximately €30,000 for local charities through previous recordings.

All proceeds from this latest album will go to Comfort for Chemo, a charity supporting services for patients undergoing cancer treatment.

Recorded at Sonas Studios with engineer Tony O’Flaherty, the album includes sacred and modern pieces that reflect the group’s long history.

Group Coordinator Derek O’Leary said the choice of charity is a personal one for many involved.

“The Friary Folk Group has always been about more than music — it’s about people, community, and shared experience,” Mr O’Leary said. “Many of our members have faced their own cancer journeys, either personally or alongside loved ones, so supporting Comfort for Chemo is deeply meaningful to us.”

He also acknowledged the ongoing support from the local Franciscan community.

“We are incredibly grateful for the continued encouragement and support of Br. Pat and the Franciscan Community here in Killarney. Their presence has been central to our journey from the very beginning.”

“Reflections” is currently available to purchase at the Friary Bookshop in Killarney. It can also be downloaded via BandCamp. For further information, contact Derek O’Leary at 087 2662395.

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