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Kenmare author to launch new book in Killarney

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By Sean Moriarty

A new book by Kenmare-based author David King will be launched in Eason Killarney tomorrow (Saturday).

WRITER: Londoner David King is based in Kenmare.

King’s first book is based on the true-life adventures of his mother Beryl in post-World War Two America and Britain.

‘American Bombshell’ tells the story of the life and times of a woman who lived in London, New York and Florida during some of the most turbulent and exciting times in world history.

King has been living in Kenmare since shortly after Brexit in 2016.

He always had ambitions to write a book on World War Two and when his mother passed away he was inspired to complete it.

“When my mother died, and as I cleared through her belongings, I began to recall some of the events of her life; her tough upbringing in an orphanage, her five or six marriages, and her meeting an American pilot during World War Two,” he said.

“The book took about a year to write, but I struggled to get a publisher with the early drafts. I left it for a few months, revised the manuscript one last time and sent it off. I heard nothing for several months and finally decided I was not meant to be a writer after all. I put the book away and forgot about it until I got a call from Poolbeg [Publishers] in 2022."

David will be signing books in Eason, Killarney from 11am.

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Fossa Climate Action Group will host a walk to the waterways of Killarney this Saturday, , at 11:00 am.

The walk will be led by Blathnaid O’Loughlin, the Community Water Officer for Kerry County Council’s Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO).
Participants will learn about the health of natural streams in Fossa. The event will include a Citizen Science demonstration to assess water health and a discussion on individual and community actions to protect and improve local water quality.
Numbers for the walk are limited to 20 people.
Those interested in attending should contact Paul O’Raw of the Fossa Climate Action Group at 087 231 7204 to book a place.

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Killarney Valley Athletic Club has announced the launch of its Elite Athlete Support Programme. This new initiative aims to provide assistance to the club’s top-level athletes as they strive for […]

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Killarney Valley Athletic Club has announced the launch of its Elite Athlete Support Programme.

This new initiative aims to provide assistance to the club’s top-level athletes as they strive for excellence at national and international competitions.
The programme offers a clear pathway for young athletes within the club, from juvenile level to the international stage, demonstrating that progression to a global level is achievable with support and recognition.
Financial support will be available for international travel costs to eligible athletes aged Under 17 to Senior who are trending towards or have achieved international selection, pursuing scholarships abroad, committed to representing KVAC in team events, and willing to mentor and contribute to club development.
Killarney Valley AC athletes who believe they meet the criteria and have upcoming international competitions are encouraged to contact their club coach for an application form. The club states this initiative will empower its athletes to pursue the highest levels in athletics.

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