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KCC raises €350 for Kerry Cancer Support Group

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Last week, Killarney Community College proudly raised €350 for the Kerry Cancer Support Group as part of the school’s Ethos Week celebrations, an annual event that shines a light on the values of care, respect, equality, community, and excellence in education.

The highlight of the week was the heartwarming ‘Square to Share’ initiative, where students and staff joined forces to crochet four-inch squares. These handmade pieces, each stitched with love and purpose, will come together as part of a larger project in support of the Kerry Cancer Support Group - a charity that provides essential services for those undergoing cancer treatment throughout the county.

The sense of community didn’t stop at the crochet hooks. A staff coffee morning was held to support the ongoing efforts of those creating the squares and raising funds.

Principal Stella Loughnane and staff praised the collaborative spirit displayed during Ethos Week, noting how the initiative reflected the college’s values. "It's wonderful to see our school community come together like this, not just to raise funds, but to show genuine care and solidarity with those in need," added Michelle O Mahony, teacher organiser.

Cap: Principal Stella Loughnane,Teacher Amy O’Connell, Aobhinn O’Connor, Alanna Collins, Diana Sobotovych, Teacher Maire Keane, Teacher Michelle Mahony, Staff Maire Murphy. (Seated left to right) - Julia Brzozowska, Sienna Prieto, Representative from charity Kerry Cancer support group Breda Dyland, Nicole McCarthy Conway, Irene Bedendo.

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HeartBeat to host Advanced Healthcare Directive information night

Anne O’Shea Clarke, Regional Manager of SAGE Advocacy Mid & South West Regions, will provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in properly creating an Advanced Healthcare Directive (AHD) […]

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Anne O’Shea Clarke, Regional Manager of SAGE Advocacy Mid & South West Regions, will provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in properly creating an Advanced Healthcare Directive (AHD) on Tuesday, April 29, starting at 8pm in the Parish Centre, Park Road.

An ADH is a document which sets out your instructions in relation to healthcare treatments in the future, when you no longer have the capacity to decide. AHDs are not solely relevant to older individuals. Young adults can also significantly benefit from putting these directives in place for themselves or when assisting loved ones. Attendees will gain valuable ‘Knowledge is Power; regarding legal and personal matters
The meeting will specifically look at two key application forms: the standard AHD Form and the Think Ahead / my form.
Prior to the main meeting, a Blood Pressure. and Pulse Clinic will be available from 7:15pm until 8:00pm sharp. Following O’Shea Clarke’s presentation, there will be a Question & Answer session, followed by tea and coffee.
SAGE Advocacy, the national service for older people, works to ensure access to information, support, and independent advocacy, while also providing safeguarding services across various settings, including homes, day centres, hospitals, and nursing homes.
They also support vulnerable adults and healthcare patients in situations where other services may not be available.
For further information, email anne.osheaclarke@sageadvocacy.ie or visit www.sageadvocacy.ie.

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Singer-songwriter Lillie Foley releases second single

Local singer-songwriter Lillie Foley, from Whitebridge Manor, has released her second single of 2025, titled ‘That’s Life’, on all major streaming platforms. ‘That’s Life’ is described as a powerful blend […]

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Local singer-songwriter Lillie Foley, from Whitebridge Manor, has released her second single of 2025, titled ‘That’s Life’, on all major streaming platforms.

‘That’s Life’ is described as a powerful blend of pop and soul music, drawing on Foley’s own life experiences. The track marks a further step in the promising career of the emerging local artist.
Recorded at the renowned Windmill Lane Recording Studios in Dublin, ‘That’s Life’ showcases Foley’s emotive lyrics, soulful vocals, and a sound that is both modern and deeply personal. Collaborating with music producer and audio engineer Hermann Ogulla, Foley has crafted a song that blends her Irish background with contemporary musical styles, aiming to resonate with listeners in Ireland,and beyond.
Foley said: “This is a song about resilience and accepting that bad things happen in life and we just have to get on with it and move on as best we can.”
‘That’s Life’ is the second of several songs Foley has planned for release in 2025.

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