Staff at South Kerry Development Partnership (SKDP) marked Daffodil Day 2026 by hosting coffee mornings across their four regional offices.

The initiative was held to raise funds and show solidarity with the Irish Cancer Society.

Employees throughout the organisation took part by wearing yellow and purchasing pins and other merchandise to support the national fundraiser.

The events provided an opportunity for colleagues to gather and contribute to the charity’s ongoing work in cancer research and patient care.

Members of Killarney Judo Club travelled to Dublin on Sunday, March 22, to participate in the National Judo Grading.

The event serves as a critical milestone for martial artists progressing toward their Black Belts, testing both technical skill and competitive ability.
Among the successful candidates was Kevin Casey, who recently returned to the club after several years away. Casey earned his Blue Belt after completing a demanding technical assessment that required him to demonstrate a diverse range of traditional throws.
Two of the club’s younger prospects, 15-olds Patrik Polubnak and James Maher, delivered standout performances to secure their Brown Belts. A highlight of the day occurred when Maher executed a high-amplitude throw on an opponent significantly larger than himself, earning a perfect score from the national examiners. Both teenagers are now beginning an intensive training block in preparation for their Black Belt grading this September.
Ciara Forde also continued her ascent through the senior ranks. Following her performances in Dublin, Forde is now just three contest wins away from her Black Belt. If successful, she will become the 26th person in the history of the Killarney club to achieve the rank.
Coaches and supporters from the club made the trip to the capital to oversee the grading, which marks another successful chapter for the local club as it continues to develop athletes across all age groups.