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WHAT a difference a year makes. In October 2016, Niall Dennehy was just about able to walk one lap around Barraduff Community Field. Having turned his life around, the Glenflesk man is now setting his sights on scaling Africa’s highest mountain, Kilimanjaro.

Niall has shed an inspirational 10 stone in weight after making the life-changing decision to boost his health and fitness over a year ago. He joined forces with his friend and fellow Glenflesk native Pat Sheehan, a health and fitness instructor.

Niall, a farmer, began his exercise regime by walking around the local community field but as his fitness rapidly improved he set more and more goals. “Farming had taken over my life but I gradually I started to learn to prioritise my health and fitness,” said Niall.

Pat, who runs Pat Sheehan Health and Fitness wellness centre at Club Vitae Leisure Centre, Hotel Killarney, and another weightloss centre in The Loft Fitness Studio in Millstreet, was well placed to give Niall advice. “It is 80% food and 20% exercise,” said Pat. “The beauty of the plan was that no foods were ruled out.”

In July, Niall completed the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle and following this he felt in need of another challenge. He and Pat hope to be on top of the world over the Christmas season as they embark on Kilimanjaro climb on St Stephen’s day. The peak is six times higher than Carrantuohill which is where Niall has been training this year.

He and Pat are both raising money for the Kerry branch of the Irish Kidney Association. They have paid for the trip themselves and have also held a fundraising walk in the Black Valley for the charity. In addition, money raised from an annual pool tournament in memory of Niall’s brother, Denis, will also be donated to the cause.

You can contact Pat Sheehan Health and Fitness, Killarney, via its Facebook page or on 087-6856930.

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Killarney Cardiac Response Unit to host CPR Training

Killarney Cardiac Response Unit is hosting a public Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training event in the Gleneagle Hotel on Thursday, March 20. The event will take place in the Gleneagle Ballroom […]

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Killarney Cardiac Response Unit is hosting a public Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training event in the Gleneagle Hotel on Thursday, March 20.

The event will take place in the Gleneagle Ballroom from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

“You can register online for our Hands for Life training course or just drop in where you can learn the simple steps to save a life,” said Kevin O’Leary.
The CPR training is free to attend.

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Expert to guide parents on navigating the Digital Age

Renowned family psychologist Dr Richard Hogan will address the challenges of parenting in the digital age at a talk in Killarney. Organised by the Gaelscoil Faithleann Parents Council, the event […]

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Renowned family psychologist Dr Richard Hogan will address the challenges of parenting in the digital age at a talk in Killarney.

Organised by the Gaelscoil Faithleann Parents Council, the event will take place at the Killarney Plaza Hotel on Thursday, March 20 at 7pm.
Dr Hogan will offer practical advice and insights on managing screen time, promoting healthy digital habits, and fostering strong communication with tech-savvy children. The talk is open to all parents of primary and secondary school children.
Dr Hogan said: “I am really looking forward to meeting everyone in Killarney and I will discuss how to develop a harmonious home with that tech savvy child. It’s the issue facing all parents and everything I look at is based on my own experience as a parent, and from my work in schools over 25 years. This event in Killarney will be very open and we can interact with each other and people can ask me any questions they wish.”
Mary Carroll, Chairperson of the Gaelscoil Faithleann Parents Council, said: “We were looking for a guest speaker who would really inform parents on the issues affecting them today and we are delighted that we could organise Dr Richard Hogan to come to Killarney. His work in the media is followed by many, and his advice is practical and relevant for parents today. He will provide practical tips for addressing the challenges of social media, gaming, and technology use in everyday family life.”
This event is open to all parents in all schools, and we welcome everyone to attend. Places are limited so make sure to book in advance on bit.ly/richardhogan to secure a seat.”
Mary Carroll added:, “The number one issue for all parents at the moment, is how to manage screentime in this new digital age, and this is an opportunity to hear from an expert and ask any questions that you have. We will provide the facility to ask questions anonymously by having a question box, which Dr Hogan will go through and answer during his presentation.”
Tickets are €10 and can be booked at bit.ly/richardhogan or paid for in cash at the door.

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