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Over 300 people have already committed to the Lily Daly Challenge

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Lily’s Pink Challenge is shaping up to be a very exciting day with well over 300 participants already signed up from all around Kerry and across Ireland.

The fundraiser kicks off on September 16 at Killarney Racecourse.

The Lily Daly Foundation’s primary mission and purpose is to support children and their parents when in hospital with heart related issues. Lily Daly was born in 21 June 2019 and suffered from Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, a very rare condition affecting the heart and surrounding arteries. Unfortunately, after frequent visits to Crumlin, major heart surgery in both Crumlin and the Presbyterian Hospital in New York, Lily passed away on the 26 February 2021.

Support for the Lily Daly Foundation has been phenomenal with growing numbers signing up daily to take on Lily’s Pink challenge, be that the 60km cycle through the Gap of Dunloe or the 10km run/walk around Ross Castle and Killarney National Park.

In addition, many individuals, families and companies have also made donations on the Lily Daly Foundation web site. All proceeds go towardsthe Heart Centre in Crumlin Children’s Hospital andthe Ronald McDonald house in Dublin
All participants, volunteers, families and friends are also invited to enjoy Link’s Pink Party after the event also at the racecourse, which includes music by DJ, Pat Dilworth, face painting, BBQ, drinks, Ice creams, Waffles, Crepes and much more.
(LDF), said this week,

“We have been truly blown away by the support, best wishes, donations by individuals from far and wide and especially the number of individuals that have signed up to take on Lily’s Pink Challenge,” said Caroline Daly Managing Director of the Lily Daly Foundation.

“It has been humbling and so touching to see the support out there. We have also recently had meetings with the Ronald McDonald House management team about the Lily Daly Foundation making a specific, significant and permanent contribution to the new Ronald McDonald House that is currently being built at the new Children’s Hospital in Dublin”.

Caroline is encouraging people to register for the event or alternatively make a donation via https://lilydalyfoundation.ie

Kerry Footballer Legend, Kieran Donaghy who helped launch the event said: “This is an amazing and touching story, it is for an amazing cause and promises to be an amazing day for all involved. I can’t wait for the 16th to come around now.”

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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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