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Scares and shrieks from ghouls and freaks
There were plenty of scares and shrieks courtesy of dastardly ghouls and freaks when the Halloween horror show that is the annual fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre burst into life on Sunday.
'Dracula' with cousins Killian Moynihan Knocknagree and Cathal O'Sullivan Rathmore winners of the best dressed family prize sponsored by Christmas in Killarney and O'Briens Irish Sandwich Cafe at the annual Hallowe’en fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Bonnie and Kendall O'Sullivan Killarney with 'Dracula' at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Clara and Annabelle O'Reilly Millstreet with 'Dracula' at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Conellie and Maisie Sheehan Killarney with 'Dracula' at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Cousins Killian Moynihan Knocknagree and Cathal O'Sullivan Rathmore winners of the best dressed family prize sponsored by Christmas in Killarney and O'Briens Irish Sandwich Cafe at the annual Hallowe’en fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday pictured with Noreen O'Sullivan and Paul Sherry Killarney Outlet Centre and 'Dracula' . Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Eve Kavanagh and Cara Corcoran Killarney with 'Dracula' at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Maggie and Teddy O'Reilly Barraduff with 'Dracula' at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Peyton Lad-Gupta winner of the best dressed girl prize sponsored by World of Wonder at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday pictured with her grandmother Shanta Ben Lad. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Peyton Lad-Gupta winner of the best dressed girl prize sponsored by World of Wonder at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Included in photo are her father Karan Lad-Gupta grandparents Shanti Lal Lad and Shanta Ben Lad Noreen O'Sullivan and Paul Sherry Killarney Outlet Centre and 'Dracula' . Picture: Eamonn Keogh
'Dracula' with cousins Killian Moynihan Knocknagree and Cathal O'Sullivan Rathmore winners of the best dressed family prize sponsored by Christmas in Killarney and O'Briens Irish Sandwich Cafe at the annual Hallowe’en fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Bonnie and Kendall O'Sullivan Killarney with 'Dracula' at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Clara and Annabelle O'Reilly Millstreet with 'Dracula' at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Conellie and Maisie Sheehan Killarney with 'Dracula' at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Cousins Killian Moynihan Knocknagree and Cathal O'Sullivan Rathmore winners of the best dressed family prize sponsored by Christmas in Killarney and O'Briens Irish Sandwich Cafe at the annual Hallowe’en fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday pictured with Noreen O'Sullivan and Paul Sherry Killarney Outlet Centre and 'Dracula' . Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Eve Kavanagh and Cara Corcoran Killarney with 'Dracula' at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Maggie and Teddy O'Reilly Barraduff with 'Dracula' at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Peyton Lad-Gupta winner of the best dressed girl prize sponsored by World of Wonder at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday pictured with her grandmother Shanta Ben Lad. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Peyton Lad-Gupta winner of the best dressed girl prize sponsored by World of Wonder at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre on Sunday. Included in photo are her father Karan Lad-Gupta grandparents Shanti Lal Lad and Shanta Ben Lad Noreen O'Sullivan and Paul Sherry Killarney Outlet Centre and 'Dracula' . Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Pale-faced, blood thirsty vampires in dark cloaks roamed the silent hallways from early morning with wicked witches busily preparing their brutal brew while mischievous goblins got up to no good as they waited for the parading children to file through the doors.
The frightening freak show lasted for four long and terrifying hours and the enormous effort the children and their families made for the big event was mind-blowing.
There was real cause to be afraid – very afraid – when the parade got underway but fear turned to delight at the finish when some super prizes were given away.
The best dressed boy was Raymond Oliver Maguire, on holiday in Killarney for the weekend, and he went home with a fabulous four-foot pool table while the best dressed girl, 14-month-old Peyton Lad-Gupta, who lives in Killarney, won an amazing modern wooden kitchen.
The best dressed family prize of a visit to meet Santa at this year’s Christmas in Killarney Festival, as well as a family lunch, went to cousins Cathal O’Sullivan from Rathmore and Killian Moynihan from Knocknagree.
All the others that took part in the spooky season parade, with ghosts and monsters in abundance, received goody bags to ensure that everybody went home happy after a fantastic day out.
In addition to the parade, there were spellbinding magic shows, Halloween face painting sessions, a candle making workshop, free balloon modelling, free bouncy castles and a children’s disco laid on by the team at Killarney Outlet Centre.
Major extension plans at St Oliver’s National School
St Oliver’s National School in Ballycasheen is set to undergo a significant expansion following confirmation that the Department of Education has granted approval for the project to proceed to construction.
The building project, funded under the Additional School Accommodation Scheme, will deliver a substantial extension to the existing school facilities. The development includes the provision of three new mainstream classrooms, seven Special Education Teaching (SET) rooms, and three Special Educational Needs (SEN) bases.
The expansion is designed to meet the growing educational needs of the Killarney area while enhancing the school’s capacity to provide inclusive support for all students.
Fianna Fáil TD Michael Cahill welcomed the progress, noting that the inclusion of dedicated SET and SEN spaces is vital for a modern learning environment.
“I am delighted to see this project at St Oliver’s National School progressing to the construction stage,” he said. “This is a very significant development that will greatly enhance the school’s capacity. I want to commend the school management, the Principal Colm Ó Suilleabháin, the staff, parents, and Board of Management for their continued engagement and dedication in advancing this project.”
The Killarney Palestinian and wider Arabic community gathered recently to celebrate the end of Ramadan with an Eid event that raised €4,500 for humanitarian aid.
Held at Noelle’s Cafe in Old Market Lane, the ‘Taste of Palestine’ afternoon saw crowds fill the lane in bright sunshine. Attendees were served a range of traditional Palestinian dishes, including falafel, musakhan rolls, maqluba, hummus, and chocolate-covered dates.
A spokesperson for Killarney for Palestine highlighted the cultural significance of the event, stating that food represents a centuries-old connection to the land, identity, and memory. They noted that it is vital to reclaim and preserve the true origins of these traditional dishes.
The organisers expressed their gratitude to Noelle Crosbie and Taher Ali of Noelle’s Cafe for hosting and facilitating the fundraiser.
The total of €4,500 raised will directly benefit six displaced families in the Gaza Strip currently supported by the group. The funds will also assist with the ongoing running costs of Killarney for Palestine as they continue to organise local community events.
Killarney for Palestine raises €4,500 at ‘Taste of Palestine’ event
The Killarney Palestinian and wider Arabic community gathered recently to celebrate the end of Ramadan with an Eid event that raised €4,500 for humanitarian aid.
Held at Noelle’s Cafe in Old Market Lane, the ‘Taste of Palestine’ afternoon saw crowds fill the lane in bright sunshine. Attendees were served a range of traditional Palestinian dishes, including falafel, musakhan rolls, maqluba, hummus, and chocolate-covered dates.
A spokesperson for Killarney for Palestine highlighted the cultural significance of the event, stating that food represents a centuries-old connection to the land, identity, and memory. They noted that it is vital to reclaim and preserve the true origins of these traditional dishes.
The organisers expressed their gratitude to Noelle Crosbie and Taher Ali of Noelle’s Cafe for hosting and facilitating the fundraiser.
The total of €4,500 raised will directly benefit six displaced families in the Gaza Strip currently supported by the group. The funds will also assist with the ongoing running costs of Killarney for Palestine as they continue to organise local community events.
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