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Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone plan flag day

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FLAG DAY: Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone will hold a flag day next Friday, June 21 in Killarney town centre. Pictured were: Nora Murphy (Secretary), Christy Lehane (Chairman) and Pat Kelleher (Treasurer). Photo: Michelle Crean

 

Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone (KFMN) will be holding their annual flag day tomorrow (Friday).

The group will be in Killarney town centre, Daly's SuperValu, Park Road and Tesco in Deerpark, as part of their annual flag day which is also the Global ALS/Motor Neurone Disease Day.

Each year MND associations across the globe mark June 21, as a special day of recognition acknowledging the impact that Motor Neurone Disease has on people around the world, Christy Lehane, Chair of Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone, explained.

“The International ALS Alliance encourages all ALS and MND associations around the world to undertake a range of activities to express their hope that this day will be another turning point in the search for cause, treatment and cure for ALS/MND,” he said.

“Kerry Friendsof Motor Neurone are very grateful for the generous support given to our

charity flag daysover the years and would like to take this opportunity to thank all the loyal volunteers who come on board with us every year to fundraise for our charity. The main aim of KFMN is to fundraise and to create awareness of Motor Neurone Disease and to ensure that those people living with MND are at the heart of all our focus.”

He added that they will continue to fundraise and hopefully one day find a cure.

“It is sad that MND does not go away and fundraising does not get any easier, but Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone will continue to participate in fundraising in Killarney in the hope that in the not too distant future, medical science may find a cure for this awful disease.”

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Unique reflexology class welcomes four sets of twins

A highly unusual baby reflexology class is currently underway at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, featuring four sets of twins. The four-week course, which commenced this week marks a […]

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A highly unusual baby reflexology class is currently underway at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, featuring four sets of twins.

The four-week course, which commenced this week marks a rare occasion for the town as it is the first baby reflexology class in eight years to be made up entirely of twins.

Run by Una O’Donoghue of Reflexology Killarney, the weekly sessions are designed to provide a relaxed, social environment where new parents can connect with one another. Throughout the course, local mothers learn gentle reflexology techniques aimed at promoting bonding and supporting infants experiencing common issues like digestion difficulties and disrupted sleep.
Among those taking part in the unique July sessions are mothers Áine Cahill with her twins Páidí and Éabha, Tracey Cremin with her twins April and Noah, Miranda O’Shea with her twins Nora and Hailey, and Eileen Cooper with her twins Caoimhe and Odhran. The classes will continue at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre through mid-July.

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Musical Society announces production team for 2027 show ‘Sister Act’

Killarney Musical Society has officially unveiled its star-studded production team for its highly anticipated spring 2027 staging of the hit musical Sister Act. The production will run from March 20 […]

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Killarney Musical Society has officially unveiled its star-studded production team for its highly anticipated spring 2027 staging of the hit musical Sister Act.

The production will run from March 20 to 4 next year at the Gleneagle Arena, with details regarding upcoming auditions and ticket sales expected to be announced shortly.
Award-winning director Oliver Hurley, owner of the Oliver Hurley School of Musical Theatre, returns to take the helm for what will be his 16th production with the society.
Joining the team for the first time is choreographer Barbara Meany, who was recently awarded Best Choreographer (Gilbert Section) at the prestigious Association of Irish Musical Societies (AIMS) awards.
Returning to lead the musical department is Jimmy Brockie, marking his fourth show as Musical Director for the society. Brockie will collaborate with a full live orchestra every night. Working alongside him is Sorcha O’Connor, who returns as Choral Mistress to rehearse and develop the vocal performances of the cast.
Newly appointed Public Relations Officer (PRO) for Killarney Musical Society, Lisa Campbell said:
“With such a talented production team secured, everyone at Killarney Musical Society is incredibly excited to begin work on Sister Act. We are looking forward to bringing this uplifting, hilarious, and high-energy show to local audiences at the Gleneagle Arena in March 2027.”

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