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Junior Brother to perform in Tralee 

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Singer-songwriter Junior Brother will perform his debut show tomorrow (Sunday), supported by the Local Live Performance Scheme 3, in St John’s the Evangelist Church Tralee.

The scheme, through Kerry County Council, is designed to help support performances by local Kerry musicians, artists, and performers. All events will take place in front of a live audience.

Junior Brother's stories unfold with reckless abandon upon an idiosyncratic guitar and foot tambourine accompaniment. His acclaimed debut album 'Pull the Right Rope' was a Choice Music Prize nominee for Irish Album of the Year. He is influenced as much by the avant-garde as music from the middle ages and his home place in rural Ireland. The performance is part of a summer programme of events organised by Non/faction and supported by the Local Live Performance Scheme 3.

Non/faction is a nonprofit collective based in Kerry that seeks to unlock new opportunities to experience, engage and promote contemporary culture. Welsh guitarist (and astrophysicist) Gwenifer Raymond will support Junior Brother on the night. Tickets are available from www.nonfaction.com.

The scheme has provided support to new and exciting performances while also helping other successful initiatives return to the county.

Festival in a Van is a mini-mobile venue that delivers safe and, best of all, fun experiences. It was an idea that developed out of a need. When restrictions were in place due to COVID-19, Festival in a Van travelled around Ireland to deliver small outdoor performances to local communities. It will return to Kerry this summer. Joe Thoma and his band will be performing as part of Festival in a Van at 4pm on Friday May 13 in Parnell Place, Kenmare.

For a full schedule of events supported by the Local Live Performance Scheme 3 please visit the Kerry County Council Arts Office website.

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Diesel alternative now available in Killarney

A new, more environmentally friendly diesel alternative is now available in Killarney, with Certa’s site in the Woodlands Industrial Estate becoming the first in Kerry to dispense hydrotreated vegetable oil […]

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A new, more environmentally friendly diesel alternative is now available in Killarney, with Certa’s site in the Woodlands Industrial Estate becoming the first in Kerry to dispense hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO).

The renewable fuel is already being used locally — including by Deros Coaches.
HVO is a low-carbon biofuel that serves as a direct replacement for traditional diesel.

Made by treating waste plant material with hydrogen, it does not release any additional carbon emissions into the atmosphere.
Compared to regular diesel, HVO emits up to 90% less CO₂ and also offers benefits such as lower NOx emissions, biodegradability, longer shelf-life, and being completely fossil-free.

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St Brigid’s principal Róisín Moore to step down

After years at the helm of St Brigid’s Secondary School, Principal Róisín Moore has announced her decision to step down, marking the end of a remarkable chapter in the school’s […]

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After years at the helm of St Brigid’s Secondary School, Principal Róisín Moore has announced her decision to step down, marking the end of a remarkable chapter in the school’s history.

In a statement issued by the school community this week, Ms Moore described the decision as deeply personal.

“This has not been an easy decision,” she said.

“But I believe the time is right for me to explore other opportunities while also giving greater attention to family responsibilities. The role of principal is a demanding one, and I have always strived to give it my full commitment.”

Ms Moore’s tenure at St. Brigid’s has been defined by vision, compassion, and a deep commitment to the values of CEIST and Catholic education. A former student of the school , she returned years later to lead the institution she credits with shaping her both personally and professionally.

“Serving as Principal of St Brigid’s has been one of the great honours of my life,” she said. “I remain deeply committed to the values of CEIST and to the mission of Catholic education. I am proud of what we have achieved together, and I leave the role with immense gratitude for the opportunity to lead the school community.”

Her leadership coincided with significant achievements, including a very positive WSE-MLL (Whole School Evaluation – Management, Leadership and Learning) report, the continued advancement of a major building project, and the fostering of what she described as “a caring and inclusive environment with high expectations at its core.”

“We have an outstanding teaching staff, a robust culture of leadership and management, and a clear sense of purpose and direction,” she added. “I have every confidence the board of management and staff will continue to bring the school forward.”

Teacher and school PRO Sheree Murphy paid tribute on behalf of staff and students.

‘It’s hard to put into words just how much Róisín has meant to St Brigid’s and to all of us who have had the privilege of working under her leadership” said Ms Murphy.

“She has been an exceptional leader, steadfast, visionary, and deeply committed to every student, staff member, and family in our school community. Her dedication has truly brought the school from strength to strength.”

“Through her guidance, I personally have grown immensely as a teacher. Her belief in professional development, collaborative leadership, and high expectations has helped shape the kind of educator I am today.”

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