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Lake Hotel unveils refurbishments for new season

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The Lake Hotel Killarney reopened for the 2026 season on Thursday January 29, revealing a series of significant interior developments.

The Huggard family continues its tradition of annual investment to maintain the four-star property’s standards.
The winter projects focused on a complete transformation of the reception area and the refurbishment of 15 guest bedrooms. The new-look foyer features forest green wallpaper, cream panelling, and ambient lighting designed to create a warm atmosphere upon arrival.
Bedroom renovations included the expansion of several units to create larger family rooms. These spaces utilise colour palettes inspired by the lakeshore landscape and offer views over Lough Lein. These updates follow recent enhancements to the hotel’s restaurant, bistro, and the Lake Thermal Suite.
The refurbishments were overseen by Louise and Ailish at Hal-Lou Furnishings. The design approach focuses on modern comforts while retaining the hotel’s original character and old-world charm.
"We are thrilled with the enhancements made throughout our seasonal closure," said Sales and Marketing Manager, Sheila O’Callaghan. "The Huggard family are highly committed to maintaining exemplary standards and invest extensively in the hotel each year. The recent investment will really elevate the product offering."
The hotel is now accepting bookings for the spring season. Special offers are available at www.lakehotel.com or by calling 064 6631035.

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Diabetes expert Dr Omer Taha to address local health meeting

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Consultant Endocrinologist Dr Omer Taha from the Bon Secours Hospital, Tralee, will be the guest speaker at the upcoming HeartBeat meeting on June 30.

The meeting will commence at 8pm in the Parish Centre on Park Road.

Dr Taha will speak about Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 and Type 2, detailing all diabetes-related complications.

The talk will be followed by a question and answer session, alongside tea, coffee, and biscuits. Special informational booklets from Diabetes Ireland, focused on living well with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, will also be available on the night.

All are welcome to attend.


The announcement follows last month’s meeting, which focused on the Kerry Stroke Support Group. Guest speaker Stephanie Stretton delivered a talk on stroke aftercare, recovery, and the health and wellbeing needs of survivors.


A key piece of advice highlighted was that anyone suffering a stroke while away from home in the countryside should call 112, as emergency services can track the phone location immediately to save valuable time.


The Kerry Stroke Support Group continues to hold its monthly meetings on the last Thursday of each month at the Baile Mhuire Day Centre in Tralee.


Meanwhile, HeartBeat recently received a generous financial boost. Paul Sherry, Manager of the Killarney Outlet Centre, successfully applied to the Pavers Annual Charities Funding Event on behalf of the group. As a result, Pavers London has donated £1,000 sterling, equivalent to over €1,200.

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National award for Liam O’Connor’s family band

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Killarney accordionist Liam O’Connor and his family band have won the Family Band of the Year award at the 2026 Irish Entertainment Awards.


The star-studded ceremony took place on June 18 at the Great Northern Hotel in Bundoran, County Donegal.


The annual event brings together musicians, performers, and personalities to recognise outstanding achievements across the Irish entertainment industry.


O’Connor said he was delighted and honoured to receive the accolade. During the event, the local musician shared the stage with a line-up of performers including singer Simon Casey and actor Patrick Bergin.

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