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Raheen School to host 80s and 90s Disco at Revelles

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Raheen National School has announced the return of its popular 80s and 90s disco night, set to take place this Easter Saturday, April 4, at the Killarney Avenue Hotel.

Following a significant response to the event in 2025, the school’s Parents Association is reviving the celebration to raise funds for school initiatives.

The night will feature a soundtrack curated by DJ Botty O’Callaghan, focusing on the hits and "slow sets" that defined the dancefloors of the 1980s and 1990s.

Last year’s event drew attendees from across Ireland and the UK, many of whom gathered to reminisce about iconic local venues like Revelles and shared stories of first dates and reunions.

Organisers expect a similar atmosphere this year, providing a nostalgic experience for those who grew up with the music of these decades while introducing the era's unique social traditions to a new audience.

The event is strictly for those aged 18 and over, with all proceeds going directly to the Raheen National School Parents Association.

Tickets are priced at €20 and are currently available from the school, Parents Association members, and several local retailers, including the Killarney Avenue Hotel, Caragh Restaurant, O’Donoghue’s, Frankie’s in Barraduff, and the Top Oil Glenflesk Service Station.

Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door on the night. For further information, contact Máire O’Leary at 086 3115869 or the school office at 087 1347581 during school hours.

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Kerry Airport secures major funding boost

Kerry Airport has been allocated over €2.76 million under the new Regional Airports Programme 2026-2030. This significant funding will support a variety of essential projects at the Farranfore base, including […]

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Kerry Airport has been allocated over €2.76 million under the new Regional Airports Programme 2026-2030.

This significant funding will support a variety of essential projects at the Farranfore base, including the replacement of fire tenders and the implementation of new safety and security upgrades.
The capital investment is part of a wider €8 million package aimed at supporting regional connectivity and economic development across the country. For Kerry, the funding is seen as a vital step in ensuring the airport can meet future demand while maintaining its infrastructure.
Basil Sheerin, Chief Financial Officer at Kerry Airport, welcomed the announcement and acknowledged the support of local representatives.
“Kerry Airport is very grateful to the Minister for Transport and the Kerry-based members of Government Minister Norma Foley, and Michael Cahill TD as well as Deputies Michael Healy-Rae, Danny Healy-Rae and Pa Daly for their steadfast support,” Mr Sheerin said. ”The funding provided for both operational and capital expenditure has been critical to delivering investment to upgrade safety and security infrastructure.”

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Minister Niall Collins visits KCYS Youth Diversion Project

Kerry Community Youth Service (KCYS) was pleased to welcome Minister Niall Collins to its Youth Diversion Project in Kilarney last week. The visit gave the Minister an opportunity to meet […]

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Kerry Community Youth Service (KCYS) was pleased to welcome Minister Niall Collins to its Youth Diversion Project in Kilarney last week.

The visit gave the Minister an opportunity to meet staff and hear directly about the work of the Kerry Youth Diversion Project, including early intervention, family support, court accompaniment and wider youth justice practice across the county.
KCYS supports young people across a broad continuum of services in Kerry, from preventative and developmental youth work through to highly targeted interventions for young people and families facing significant challenge and complexity. The Youth Diversion Project forms an important part of that wider continuum of support.
Speaking following the visit, Seamus Whitty, CEO of KCYS, said:
“We were delighted to welcome Minister Collins to Kerry and to have the opportunity to give him a sense of the breadth and depth of the work being carried by the Youth Diversion Project here.
The Youth Diversion Project in Kerry is a strong and well-developed intervention, grounded in practice, informed by evidence, and marked by innovation in how it supports young people and families. It is part of a broader continuum of supports provided by KCYS, and it depends on strong collaboration across teams, services and community partners to make a real difference in people’s lives.
It is also important to acknowledge the Department’s continued commitment to youth justice. The policy direction in this area has been a progressive one, and that has created space for work of this kind to develop and respond to need in a meaningful way.”
The visit highlighted the scale and complexity of the work being carried by the KCYS team, and the importance of sustained investment in youth work responses for young people and families.

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