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Killarney sports clubs shocked at sudden passing of Harry Bartlett

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By Sean Moriarty

Tributes have been paid to Dr Crokes and Killarney Celtic stalwart Harry Bartlett who died suddenly on Wednesday morning.

Mr Bartlett (60), from Woodlawn Park and late of Marian Terrace, was a long-time volunteer with both Killarney sports clubs.

He was also a volunteer at Fitzgerald Stadium and rowed competitively for the Workman’s Rowing Club.

Harry’s dedication to Dr Crokes was recognised earlier this year when he was named as the club’s Supporter of the Year – an award he shared with his wife Ann.

His was a former Dr Crokes player, served on the club’s management committee and was a very active referee with the club.

“We are stunned and saddened with the news,” Dr Croke’s PRO John Keogh told the Killarney Advertiser.

“He was always on call for whatever task that needed doing within the club and was willing to perform any task requested of him. He was an exemplary clubman who did an awful lot behind the scenes.”

His role with Killarney Celtic covered everything from being a star player, a title-wining manager and a senior committee member having formally served as Club Chairman.

“He had the reputation of being a hard tackling defender and brought that into management. Everyone loved to play for him,” club PRO Padraig Harnett said. “The club offers its condolences to his family. A great man that will be missed.”

The extended Bartlett family are steeped in Killarney sporting achievements, his sister Ger Nagle is the current chair of Killarney Athletic Football Club.

Harry is survived by his wife Ann (nee Corkery, Killorglin), his daughters Christina, Sandra, and Chloe, and son John.

In accordance with Government and HSE guidelines and in the interest of public health a private funeral will take place for Harry on Monday morning in St Mary’s Cathedral. Harry's Requiem Mass will be live-streamed on www.killarneyparish.com at 10.30am.

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Funding Imminent for Fitzgerald Stadium Development

The long-awaited development of Fitzgerald Stadium is set to take a major step forward, with an announcement on further funding expected imminently, according to Kerry Fianna Fáil TD Michael Cahill. […]

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The long-awaited development of Fitzgerald Stadium is set to take a major step forward, with an announcement on further funding expected imminently, according to Kerry Fianna Fáil TD Michael Cahill.

Deputy Cahill said the project must not be allowed to stall, urging that momentum be maintained as it moves into its next phase.
“The proposed development of Fitzgerald Stadium in Killarney needs to be moved on now and not allowed to fall behind in its planned progression,” he stated, adding that he is confident of a positive funding decision soon.
Cahill has raised the Fitzgerald Stadium Development Plan in Dáil Éireann with several senior government figures, including An Taoiseach Micheál Martin and the Minister for Justice, Jim O’Callaghan.
“They are well versed in the detail of it, and I feel that we are going to get a positive announcement shortly on further funding for this crucial project for Kerry,” he said.
The proposed upgrades to the iconic stadium are seen as a key development not only for Killarney, but for the entire county. The venue would be able to host major sporting events and large-scale entertainment such as concerts featuring world-renowned performers.
“Kerry as a whole will benefit from having such a facility in Killarney,” said Cahill. “Hospitality providers of all hues and in all parts of Kerry will gain additional business when the Fitzgerald Stadium Development is completed.”
He also praised the application submitted by the Kerry County Board, calling it “fantastic” and deserving of support. “This will be a massive boost for Killarney and the entire county, will significantly increase footfall and will be great for the local economy. I believe that Fitzgerald Stadium will secure major funding under the IIP scheme in the very near future,” he said.

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Fossa roadworks concerns realised

Predictions made by elected members of the Killarney Municipal District (KMD) regarding the Fossa roadworks have come to fruition this week. A video has surfaced showing a local farmer driving […]

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Predictions made by elected members of the Killarney Municipal District (KMD) regarding the Fossa roadworks have come to fruition this week.

A video has surfaced showing a local farmer driving a tractor with a hay turner encountering a French-registered camper van in the village.
The footage shows very little space for the two vehicles to pass each other.
Concerns have been raised that if a camper van, which is similar in size to an ambulance, struggled to pass, it could create significant issues for emergency vehicles needing to use the road.
The ongoing major roadworks in Fossa were previously the subject of heated discussion at a Killarney Municipal District Council meeting.
At that time, councillors were warned about potential gridlock and traffic problems due to the narrowed road width. It was highlighted that with the road being just six metres wide and large vehicles measuring up to 3.5 metres, encounters could lead to “complete gridlock and traffic mayhem.”
Despite these warnings, council officials had stated that the construction work was too far advanced to make changes. The recent video validates the earlier concerns raised by elected members.

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