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Keel goes country for community hall renovation

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The community hall in Keel, Castlemaine will be rocking to the country sounds of Eddie Lee and The Paudie Coffey Band next month as locals plan a fundraiser.

The ‘Keel Goes Country’ fundraising concert takes place on Saturday, April 2 to assist with funding for recent and ongoing renovations to the hall.

With the unrivalled popularity of the headline act and the undoubted appetite for live music events, following a two-year hiatus, the 'Keel Goes Country' concert is expected to be a sell out.

The community hall in Keel was renovated to exceedingly high standards and re-opened in October 2019. The venue was beginning to attract bookings from a variety of community groups, sports clubs and businesses when the pandemic hit, leaving the Keel community with financial holes to fill following the renovation and short of funding for further planned improvement projects.

The ‘Keel Goes Country’ concert is the first of many events planned to put the hall back at the centre of community activities in the parish.

“We are really looking forward to hosting this concert,” Keel Community Council chairman, Gerard O’ Dowd, said. “We are seeing interest in attending from all over the county, which is not surprising, given the profile and popularity of Eddie and the Paudie Coffey band. It will be great to see quality country music and dancing in the hall after such a long time and hope fully provide some much needed funding for ongoing community projects."

The 'Keel Goes Country’ concert kicks off at 8pm on the night. Refreshments will be available throughout the evening, together with a prize raffle.

Tickets are €10 each and are available to order online from the Keel Community Facebook page and from Culloty’s Electrical, The Mall Tralee, Hickey’s Music Shop, Main St. Castleisland and all local shops in Keel and Castlemaine.

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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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