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Rivals Clifford and O’Hora join forces for Kerry mental Health

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David Clifford was looking colourful at the launch of Kerry Mental Health Association's Tie Day Friday Fundraising Business Breakfast in The Great Southern Killarney on October. 6. Photo:

GAA stars David Clifford and Mayo’s Pádraig O’Hora maybe rivals on the football pitch but will bewill be on the same team for a special event in aid of Kerry Mental Health.

The Kerry Mental Health Association’s TieDayFriday Fundraising Business Breakfast takes place in The Great Southern Killarney on October 6.

The Kerry captain and his on-field marker from Mayo will be part of an expert panel discussion on the importance of staying connected in our communities and how to look after our mental wellbeing.

Pádraig O’Hora is a youth justice worker with Youth Work Ireland and community liaison officer with Mayo Mental Health Association.

Key insights will be provided by two members of the Kerry Mental Health Association Board, Dr. Caitriona Kelly, Lecturer Department of Nursing and Healthcare Sciences at MTU Kerry and Samantha Keane who works as an engineer.

“Our vision is to ensure that society is better informed about how to take care of its mental health. This fundraising business breakfast will help us provide the educational infrastructure necessary to achieve that goal,” said The General Manager of Kerry Mental Health Association, John Drummey.

“We want to open a conversation to remind us all how important being part of a community is. We believe this can have a positive impact on mental health through social connection in business, sport and wider community activities.

“Kerry Mental Health Association is proud to bring together four key roles models in David Clifford, Pádraig O’Hora, Dr. Caitríona Kelly and Samantha Keane and we are grateful to them for giving their time to take part in the event.

Local Killarney businesses Brian James Menswear Killarney and Grandview Media are supporters of the event.

“The interactive panel discussion will flow between sport, business, and volunteering as participants explore how important it is to stay connected in our communities at all life stages to look after our mental wellness,” added Mr Drummey.

Everyone is encouraged to wear a tie on October 6 – the more colourful and outrageous the better – and those who can’t attend the breakfast can make an online donation at www.KerryMentalHealth.ie/donate.

Individual Tickets for the Kerry Mental Health Association Business Breakfast are only €50 (plus booking fees) from www.KerryMentalHealth.ie/business-breakfast.

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Cross-county collaboration key to building STEM skills in the South West

A meeting in Killarney has highlighted the opportunity for greater collaboration across counties to strengthen the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) talent pipeline in the South West. Representatives from […]

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A meeting in Killarney has highlighted the opportunity for greater collaboration across counties to strengthen the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) talent pipeline in the South West.

Representatives from STEM South West met with Minister of State Michael Healy-Rae, Fearghal Reidy, CEO of Kerry County Council, and Patrick Doyle, Regional Manager of the IDA, to discuss how STEM education and industry can be supported and expanded across the region.
The STEM South West Leaders Dialogue, held at the Muckross Park Hotel, focused on how the sector can continue to grow despite challenges such as skills shortages, competitiveness, and housing pressures. Participants agreed that stronger cooperation between national and local government, education, and industry is essential.
The discussion emphasised the importance of developing a long-term strategy to attract and retain skilled workers, and to support local and multinational companies operating in STEM fields. Programmes such as the Adopt a School initiative and the annual STEM South West Careers Expo were highlighted as key ways to connect schools, students, and employers.
Minister Healy-Rae said:
“It is key that all young people are given the full opportunity to reach gainful, suitable employment. From electricians to engineers, we need to educate young people on the opportunities available to them.”
Mary Good, Managing Director of Advanced Medical Services and Chair of STEM South West, said the event showed strong support for more joint action across the South West.
“Ongoing collaboration across all sectors is key,” she said. “We are inviting Kerry and Cork schools and STEM companies to take part in our Adopt a School initiative and our Careers Expo on 20 November.”
Audience members also called for greater recognition of SMEs that play a vital role in regional employment and work closely with larger international companies.
STEM South West is a not-for-profit, industry-led cluster aimed at building the region’s capacity in science, technology, engineering and maths.
For more information, visit www.stemsouthwest.ie.

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Songwriters invited to Song Circle at West End House

Local musicians and music lovers are in for a treat later this month, as West End House hosts a special evening dedicated to original music and creative collaboration. The Song […]

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Local musicians and music lovers are in for a treat later this month, as West End House hosts a special evening dedicated to original music and creative collaboration.

The Song Circle, taking place on Saturday, November 22 at 5:30pm, invites songwriters, composers, and performers of all styles to come together in a relaxed, welcoming setting to share their work and connect with others.
Whether you’re an experienced performer eager to showcase your own material or simply want to listen and be inspired, the Song Circle promises a warm, inclusive atmosphere that celebrates creativity and community spirit.
Organisers say the event is about more than performance , it’s about building a network of local musicians who can support and learn from one another.
The evening is free to attend, though booking is advised, as spaces are limited.
For more information or to reserve a spot, visit westendhouse.ie.

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