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Killarney artist Patricia de Jong goes ‘Incognito’ for charity

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It’s been revealed that 16 Kerry artists have generously donated their art for Incognito, Ireland’s biggest online art sale, in aid of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation.

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Among the local artists who have taken up their brushes for a great cause is Patricia de Jong from Killarney.

What’s different about the Incognito art sale is that buyers have absolutely no idea of the artists behind the artworks, until after the sale has closed.

Now in its eighth year, Incognito 2024 features the work of over 1,200 artists, with more than 3,300 original postcard-size artworks priced at €65, no matter who the artist is, on show at www.incognito.ie.

Buyers now have three weeks to peruse and pick their favourite pieces before the sale goes live on Wednesday, April 24.

Among the stars taking part in 2024 are iconic model and actress, Jerry Hall, comedian Colin Murphy, fashion designers Don O’Neill, Heidi Higgins, Helen Steele and Simone Rocha, milliner Philip Treacy, jewellery designer Chupi Sweetman, radio stars PJ Gallagher and Jim McCabe, singer Brian Kennedy, TV royalty Thelma Mansfield, and award-winning architect Hugh Wallace.

For Emily McCarthy, Jack and Jill Liaison Nurse Manager for Kerry, Incognito means that local families can continue to receive much-needed support.

“Monies raised from Incognito go to fund in-home nursing care hours, respite support and end-of-life care provided by the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation to 12 Kerry children from birth to six years of age. These include children with a range of highly complex medical conditions, whose parents are caring for them at home, where they belong. Jack and Jill is a lifeline for these families in offering mum or dad a break to spend time with their other children, run out for the messages, grab a coffee with a friend, or catch a nap, safe in the knowledge that their child’s complex medical needs are being looked after. We are privileged to be there, in the family home, and at the invitation of the parents, giving what support we can to these incredible families, who face such immense challenges with love, hope and courage.”

Incognito 2024 in Three Simple Steps:

What You Need to Know
Step 1 – Create your account on the Incognito website at www.incognito.ie
Step 2 – Browse the complete collection and compile your Wishlist by 8am on Wednesday April 24. Random selection applies on sale day when you can secure up to three of your favourite pieces
Step 3 – Sit back, relax, and watch the drama unfold as the sale goes live on Wednesday April 24 after 10am. For those lucky purchasers, all will soon be revealed as to who the mystery artist is behind your work of art!

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Kerry footballer shares heart attack story at Men’s Health Night

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HeartBeat Killarney Kerry Cardiac Support Group hosted a special Men’s Health Night on Tuesday at the Parish Centre on Park Road.

The event focused on encouraging men aged 30 to 60 to prioritize their heart health, as statistics show one in five heart attacks in men occur before age 50.

The highlight of the evening was a personal account from former Senior Kerry footballer and RocheFit gym owner Darragh Roche.


The Glenflesk player detailed his experience of suffering a heart attack last year at just 29 years old.


Despite his healthy lifestyle as a fitness instructor and athlete with no family history of heart issues, Roche described experiencing a “squeezing sensation” in his chest that spread down his left arm while sitting at home.


Following an emergency ambulance transfer and medical intervention, he made a successful recovery and returned to the football pitch just nine weeks later.


Dr Rosemary Kelliher and Dr Danielle O’Leary from GP Care Killarney were also on hand to discuss the importance of prevention and heart health maintenance.


The night began with free blood pressure and pulse checks provided by HeartBeat nurses, followed by a Q&A session where attendees could address specific concerns with the medical professionals.

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Major expansion approved for St Oliver’s National School

St Oliver’s National School in Killarney is set for a significant expansion following its inclusion in the first phase of the National Development Plan school building program for 2026 .The […]

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St Oliver’s National School in Killarney is set for a significant expansion following its inclusion in the first phase of the National Development Plan school building program for 2026

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The project, funded under the Additional Accommodation Scheme, will allow the school to provide 42 additional student places. The planned extension focuses heavily on inclusive education, delivering three Special Educational Needs rooms and seven Special Education Teacher rooms. These new facilities are designed to ensure that pupils with additional requirements can access necessary supports within their own school community.
The investment in St. Oliver’s is part of a wider rollout of 105 projects nationwide scheduled to move to tender or construction over the next two years. The government’s strategy for this phase of the National Development Plan prioritizes increasing capacity for Special Educational Needs provision in existing schools.
Two other Kerry schools were also included in this initial funding tranche. Pobalscoil Inbhear Scéine in Kenmare will receive an extension featuring two Special Educational Needs rooms and three specialist rooms, while Nano Nagle Special School in Listowel is approved for four new Special Educational Needs classrooms.
Fianna Fáil TD Michael Cahill welcomed the news, stating the projects will make a real difference for families and staff in the county.
 

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