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Olivia is ready to share her secret to literary success

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READY TO LAUNCH: Olivia Hope author of 'Be Wild Little One' will hold a masterclass and officially launch her book this weekend.

By Michelle Crean

Her work is getting great reviews so it's no surprise that a Killarney author wants to share her secrets to success.

This weekend she'll be doing just that - by inspiring little ones to take up their pens and use their imaginations.

Following on from her appearance at the International Literary festival Dublin, local author Olivia Hope will be delivering a Writing for Children masterclass at Writers Week Listowel this weekend.

Since the release of her picture book, 'Be Wild, Little One', illustrated by Daniel Egnéus and published by Bloomsbury, Olivia has had her book described as ‘luminously beautiful’ in The Guardian newspaper and ‘Poetic and inspiring ... A delightfully captivating book that will be a welcome treat for readers to enjoy time and time again’ in the Irish Examiner.

Tomorrow 9Saturday) she'll be in Eason Listowel at 3pm for the official launch of 'Be Wild, Little One', where the current director of Saint John's Arts Centre, Listowel, Máire Logue, will formally launch the Killarney woman’s book in the county’s literary capital.

"And don't worry if you can't make to Listowel this weekend, there are signed copies available in Eason, Killarney," Olivia said.

"Should you wish to have a personal dedication then be sure to let the staff know and they can arrange."

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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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