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Parking debate continues as 30 places lost since pandemi

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Parking debate continues as 30 places lost since pandemic

The debate over the use of widened footpaths for outdoor dining versus reinstating them as car parking spaces was discussed at last week’s Killarney Municipal District meeting.

Councillor Maura Moloney requested an update on the number of parking spaces that were removed to facilitate outdoor dining during the COVID-19 pandemic and how many have since been restored.
In a reply from a council official, it was stated that Killarney Municipal District, in conjunction with other groups, implemented the "Safe Streets project" in response to national COVID-19 guidance. This project included adding to public footpaths to allow for social distancing and, later, outdoor dining.
The official noted that these footpath "build-outs" are still in place, "facilitating Killarney businesses" and providing "vibrancy and enrichment to residents and visitors."
According to the council, an initial 33 parking spaces were removed to accommodate outdoor dining. In the past eight months, the Killarney MD Office has removed three of these build-outs, and the spaces have been returned to car parking. The "Safe Streets project" measures are still under continuous review.

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Charity drama and music night at The Fáilte

The West End Players are set to take over The Fáilte Hotel on College Street next Thursday, (January 22), for a night of local theatre and live music in aid […]

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The West End Players are set to take over The Fáilte Hotel on College Street next Thursday, (January 22), for a night of local theatre and live music in aid of Palliative Care.

The evening kicks off at 8:00pm with a double bill of one-act plays.
Audiences will first see ‘The Flesh Game’, a piece written by Rae Shirley, followed by ‘The Fag’, written by local thespian Brian Bowler.
Once the dramas concludes, the entertainment will continue with live music from popular local duo Bugzee & Eddie starting at 9:30pm.
The event is free to attend and no advance booking is required.
The Fáilte Hotel will be providing food on the night and hosting a raffle with various prizes. While there is no cover charge, all voluntary contributions and proceeds from the raffle will go directly to support Palliative Care services.

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KCC celebrates Junior Cert students

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On Wednesday the Killarney Community College celebrated the achievements of their Junior Cycle students as they received their Junior Cycle Profile of Achievement (JCPA).  

This important milestone recognises the dedication, effort, and learning journey of each student throughout the three years of Junior Cycle.

The JCPA highlights not only academic success but also the development of key skills and participation in a broad range of learning experiences.

The presentation is a moment of pride for students, parents, and teachers alike. Stella Loughnane, Principal said: “We commend each student for their hard work and enthusiasm for learning. This achievement is a testament to the support of families and the dedication of our teaching staff.  At Killarney Community College, we strive to nurture every student’s potential and celebrate their individual strengths.”.

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