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Killarney Soroptimists are making a difference this Christmas
By Michelle Crean
Killarney Soroptimist Club have once again banded together to provide a number of hampers for a Kerry charity.
ADAPT staff, which support hundreds of women and their children every year suffering from domestic violence, were delighted to receive the gifts yesterday (Thursday).
Killarney Soroptimist Club, together with family and friends, created Christmas hampers for the fourth year in a row.
"We are very grateful to all the members in Killarney who have again supported the women and children who use our service," Catherine Casey, Manager of ADAPT told the Killarney Advertiser.
"The refuge has admitted 65 families so far this year and we have reached out to hundreds more women across Kerry through our Outreach and Court Accompaniment services. This Christmas will bring a lot of challenges for the families we support and it is thoughtful acts such as this, that can make all the difference to women and children who have experienced domestic violence and coercive control."
The Killarney Soroptimist Club Representative, Teresa Irwin, added that they are very happy to donate these Christmas hampers to ADAPT once again this year.
"We are thrilled with the response and the generosity of our members," she said.
"We wish to thank all those that donated. Hopefully the hampers will help lift the spirits of the women who avail of supports and let them know that they are valued and supported."
ADAPT Kerry and the Killarney Soroptimists have built a very good relationship over the last number of years, Catherine added.
"There is no doubt that their work raises awareness of our service and has contributed to many more women making contact with us for support by phone, through our outreach service and availing of refuge. You can support our services through the donation button on our website kerryrefuge.com."
If you would like to talk to ADAPT Kerry please ring 066 7129100 anytime.
Kilcummin Parish to celebrate golden jubilee of local church
Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Kilcummin will celebrate its 50th anniversary on June 20.
Parishioners and members of the wider community are invited to attend a special anniversary Mass to mark the local milestone. The parish will welcome Bishop Ray Browne to lead the golden jubilee celebrations.
The anniversary Mass is scheduled for 7.30pm, and refreshments will be served for all attendees immediately afterward.
Picture Caption: Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Kilcummin, which celebrates its 50th anniversary on Saturday 20th June. Photo: Sean Kelly
Donal Cremin retires from Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra
Staff at Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra in Rathmore gathered in late May to mark the retirement of long-serving teacher and former ASTI President Donal Cremin at a function held in the Brehon Hotel.
Donal had been a member of the teaching staff since the school opened in 1998, working initially as a metalwork and technical graphics teacher before transitioning into his role as a school guidance counsellor. His career in education spans several decades, including 15 years at Scoil Mhuire gan Smál in Blarney. Prior to entering teaching, he worked as a senior craftsman at the Sugar Factory in Mallow.
Throughout his career, Donal was a prominent advocate for workers’ rights within the Association of Secondary Teachers, Ireland (ASTI). He held multiple positions within the union, including school steward, Board of Management representative, and regional representative. In 2023, he became the first Kerry person to be elected as President of the ASTI.
Outside of his professional life, Donal has been a long-standing volunteer within the credit union movement, serving in various local and national capacities over several decades.
The retirement event was widely attended by past and present colleagues. Donal was joined at the celebration by his wife Maureen and their children, Aidan, Maria, and
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