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Man arrested in Killarney after stealing a van

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A man in his 20s was arrested and detained at Killarney Garda Station after the theft of a van today (Thursday). At around 6am Gardai were made aware that a van had been stolen at Victoria Cross whilst the owner was in a shop.

At around 7am Millstreet Gardai saw the van on the N72 and signalled the driver to stop, but he failed to do so.

Gardaí followed the van from a safe distance which eventually stopped at Shinnagh, Rathmore.

The driver was arrested and detained at Killarney Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.

He has since been charged and is due to appear before Listowel District Court today.

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HeartBeat to host Advanced Healthcare Directive information night

Anne O’Shea Clarke, Regional Manager of SAGE Advocacy Mid & South West Regions, will provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in properly creating an Advanced Healthcare Directive (AHD) […]

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Anne O’Shea Clarke, Regional Manager of SAGE Advocacy Mid & South West Regions, will provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in properly creating an Advanced Healthcare Directive (AHD) on Tuesday, April 29, starting at 8pm in the Parish Centre, Park Road.

An ADH is a document which sets out your instructions in relation to healthcare treatments in the future, when you no longer have the capacity to decide. AHDs are not solely relevant to older individuals. Young adults can also significantly benefit from putting these directives in place for themselves or when assisting loved ones. Attendees will gain valuable ‘Knowledge is Power; regarding legal and personal matters
The meeting will specifically look at two key application forms: the standard AHD Form and the Think Ahead / my form.
Prior to the main meeting, a Blood Pressure. and Pulse Clinic will be available from 7:15pm until 8:00pm sharp. Following O’Shea Clarke’s presentation, there will be a Question & Answer session, followed by tea and coffee.
SAGE Advocacy, the national service for older people, works to ensure access to information, support, and independent advocacy, while also providing safeguarding services across various settings, including homes, day centres, hospitals, and nursing homes.
They also support vulnerable adults and healthcare patients in situations where other services may not be available.
For further information, email anne.osheaclarke@sageadvocacy.ie or visit www.sageadvocacy.ie.

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Cahernane House Hotel continues support for Muckross Rowing Club

Muckross Rowing Club has received a welcome boost with the announcement that the Cahernane House Hotel will continue its sponsorship for the upcoming season. Emer Corridan, General Manager of the […]

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Muckross Rowing Club has received a welcome boost with the announcement that the Cahernane House Hotel will continue its sponsorship for the upcoming season.

Emer Corridan, General Manager of the Cahernane House Hotel, met with members of the the club to confirm the hotel’s ongoing and generous support.

A key aspect of this sponsorship is the continued backing of the club’s Janousek Coxed Four racing boat.

The racing boat holds special significance for the club, as it is named in honour of Kathleen Murphy, a lifelong supporter and dedicated member of Muckross Rowing Club.

Sharon Cooper, Chairperson of Muckross Rowing Club, was present at the announcement alongside club officials Sean Daly, Jeremiah Kenny, Cathal Devlin, and Kieran Murphy.

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