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Muckross community remembers dedicated volunteer

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By Sean Moriarty

Muckross Community Association unveiled a memorial plaque to the late Liam Kelly, one of its most active volunteers, at its community centre on Saturday.

The Liam Kelly

Liam, who passed away in October 2020, was a long-time chairman of the association.

During his time at the helm of Muckross Community Association he set up the Text Alert, organised alarms for those living alone, helped bring four defibrillators to the area, was involved with the Muckross Lottery, organised a Community Employment scheme and the extension of the community centre. He also sang with a local men’s choir.

Muckross Community Association wanted to do something to remember one of its best-loved members.

On Saturday Liam’s wife Helen and current chairman John Kelly unveiled the plaque in his memory following a special a Mass said by Fr Kieran O’Brien.

“It was a very special day,” assistant secretary, Breeda Daly, told the Killarney Advertiser. “He did so much and did it without seeking recognition. He just got on with it. Liam came up with the ideas and we all rowed in behind him.”

Liam’s daughters Gillian, Susan, Oonagh, grandchildren and extended family were on hand to support Helen at the unveiling.

Members of Muckross Rowing Club also attended as Liam made the community centre available to them for club meetings.

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Killarney Pumpkin Farm returns for Halloween

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The annual event is in its sixth year and caters to people of all ages.

The farm is located in Headford; it is open every weekend for the month of October and the week of Halloween.

From pumpkin patches and cornflower mazes to witches and potions, there is something for everyone at the farm.

The eleven77 bus provides cosy comfort food and there are resident Alpacas on the farm.

Roam around the haunted cottage, enjoy storytelling with the Seanchai and explore the pretty pumpkin pixie village.

Pre-booking is essential, and tickets are available on the Killarney Pumpkin Farm’s website. It promises to be a jam-packed day of fun with the entire family.

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Killarney Toastmasters host special open night

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Killarney Toastmasters is inviting members of the local community to an open night at the Dromhall Hotel on Muckross Road this Tuesday evening at 7.30pm.

The event aims to help adults improve public speaking skills, whether preparing for workplace presentations, wedding toasts, or everyday conversations.

Guests can attend without any pressure or obligation to speak on the night.


For over two decades, the local club has provided a structured space for members to build confidence, practice impromptu speaking, and develop leadership attributes through constructive feedback and group exercises.


Club President Nikolina Tijardovic highlighted the broader personal benefits of joining the organization, noting that meetings are grounded in encouragement and mutual respect so members can progress at their own pace.


Admission to the open night is free for all visitors. Further information is available by contacting Anthony Walsh on 085 7314505, emailing president-590632@toastmastersclubs.org, or visiting the Killarney Toastmasters Facebook page.

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