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Santa’s on the move in Killarney as grotto relocates for Christmas

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For the first time since 1937, Santa will not be based at Deenagh Lodge for his pre-Christmas visits to Killarney.

Ongoing roof re-thatching works at the traditional cottage in Killarney National Park mean the grotto is being relocated for this year’s Christmas in Killarney celebrations.

Santa will now meet families at Golden Gates Lodge at Killarney House and Gardens, just inside the main entrance on the Muckross Road.

The new venue is a short walk from the original lodge.

Santa will be in Killarney from this week until Tuesday, December 23, operating Thursdays and Fridays from 4.00pm to 9.00pm and Saturdays and Sundays from 11.30am to 6.00pm. Advance booking is advised.

Santa has been visiting children at Deenagh Lodge since his first appearance there in 1937.

Despite the new location, visitors can still expect the usual experience, including meeting Santa and the elves, handing in letters, and receiving a small keepsake.

Santa has said he is looking forward to the new setting and hopes families enjoy the change while works continue at Deenagh Lodge.

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Glenflesk Annual Bazaar takes place this Sunday

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The Glenflesk Annual Bazaar will be held this Sunday, November 23, at 3pm in the Glenflesk GAA Hall.

The event promises a busy family afternoon with raffles, prizes, stalls and activities for all ages.


A number of major prizes are on offer, including 500 litres of home heating oil, a HP laptop, a weekend away and a selection of vouchers.

There will also be several draws on the day with hampers and other prizes.


Younger attendees can take part in a schools’ art competition, with a prize for the best entry.

A gaming competition will also take place. Animals from Kennedy’s Pet Farm will visit during the afternoon, and a coffee cart will be on site.

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Busy week for politics students at The Sem 

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It was a busyweek for Mr Declan O’Donoghue’s Politics and Society classes at St Brendan’s College, with visits from national leaders followed by a trip to Leinster House.

On Monday, Taoiseach Micheál Martin visited the school, where he met students and staff and toured the facilities. He held a question-and-answer session with senior Politics students, discussing national and international issues and the value of young people engaging in public life. The Taoiseach described St Brendan’s as a school with a long and proud 165-year tradition and praised its commitment to opportunity and learning.

The class also welcomed Ministers Norma Foley and Michael Healy-Rae, Senator Mark Daly and Kerry TDs Michael Cahill and Danny Healy-Rae.

On Tuesday, the fifth and sixth year classes travelled to Dáil Éireann, where they visited the Seanad and committee rooms and observed proceedings on what was a busy day, with the Cabinet reshuffle taking place. The trip was facilitated by Deputy Danny Healy-Rae.

The visit was supported by Ms Kelleher, Mrs Gorman and Mrs Sweetman.

Busy week for politics students at The Sem 

An Taoiseach Micheal Martin TD with Hugh Rudden Deputy Principal, Lorna Larkin Chairperson Board of Management, Bridget Lucey Deputy Principal and Sean Coffey Principal during An Taoiseach’s visit to St Brendan’s College Killarney on Monday. Photo by Michelle Cooper Galvin

It was a busyweek for Mr Declan O’Donoghue’s Politics and Society classes at St Brendan’s College, with visits from national leaders followed by a trip to Leinster House.

On Monday, Taoiseach Micheál Martin visited the school, where he met students and staff and toured the facilities. He held a question-and-answer session with senior Politics students, discussing national and international issues and the value of young people engaging in public life. The Taoiseach described St Brendan’s as a school with a long and proud 165-year tradition and praised its commitment to opportunity and learning.

The class also welcomed Ministers Norma Foley and Michael Healy-Rae, Senator Mark Daly and Kerry TDs Michael Cahill and Danny Healy-Rae.

On Tuesday, the fifth and sixth year classes travelled to Dáil Éireann, where they visited the Seanad and committee rooms and observed proceedings on what was a busy day, with the Cabinet reshuffle taking place. The trip was facilitated by Deputy Danny Healy-Rae.

The visit was supported by Ms Kelleher, Mrs Gorman and Mrs Sweetman.

St Brendan’s College Choir performing for An Taoiseach Micheal Martin TD during his visit to St Brendan’s College Killarney onMonday. Photo by Michelle Cooper Galvin

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