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Soaring temperatures ensure cool tempers among stags in Killarney

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A stag from a native red deer herd. PICTURE: PETER O'TOOLE

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THE unusually tropical temperatures we've been enjoying all week have had a dramatic effect on the deer rut season in Killarney, with stags that would normally be locking antlers at this time of year instead keeping the peace – for the moment.

And a deer rut walk that was to take place in Killarney National Park this Sunday has, as a result, been rescheduled for Sunday, October 9.

“We have been contacted by National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) to inform us that due to the unusual high temperatures for this time of the year, that the red deer rut has become subdued and other than occasional roaring, stags that would be normally fighting each other at this time of the year are still in stag herds living happily together with no rutting activity,” said Damien Hannigan of the Wild Deer Association of Ireland.

“Having consulted with our association and NPWS combined with expected bad weather on Sunday, we have decided to reschedule our walk to the following Sunday, October 9, meeting at the same location for 9am. We would like all those attending to experience the true Kerry red deer rut.”

The red deer breeding season, known as the rut, has become a real spectator sport in recent years, stopping photographers and walkers alike in their tracks.

Kerry’s red deer are our last native deer and have continuously existed in the county for over 5,000 years.

The deer rut walk is suitable for all ages and fitness levels with families welcome. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come basis email wilddeerireland@gmail.com to book your place. The event is free of charge and open to Wild Deer Association of Ireland members and their families only.

Go to www.wilddeerireland.com to apply to become a member
 


 
Above: Red deer stags captured on camera by Peter O'Toole.

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Legacy Elite Cheerleaders star at Kerry Hospice fundraiser

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Members of the Legacy Elite Cheerleaders were the stars of the show at a Kerry Hospice fundraiser in the Brehon Hotel last Sunday.

The event, organised by Anomis Beauty Studio, drew a large crowd for an evening of entertainment in support of palliative care services in Kerry. Guests enjoyed a prosecco reception, finger food, raffles and live performances, but it was the high-energy display, beside the Christmas tree, from the Legacy Elite squad that stole the spotlight.


Their routine was one of the standout moments of the night and received huge applause from those in attendance.

All proceeds from the event went directly to the Kerry Hospice Foundation.


The fundraiser also marked the first anniversary celebration for Anomis Beauty Studio.

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Local service station wins Excellence in Customer Experience Award

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Sheahan’s Maxol on the Muckross Road has plenty to celebrate after winning the Excellence in Customer Experience award at this year’s Maxol Excellence Awards, recognising the Kerry service station’s delivery of an outstanding customer experience.

Winners were presented with their awards at a lavish gala dinner during Maxol’s Retail Conference, which was recently held at The K Club.

The awards recognise best-in-class stations, both company owned and dealer-owned, to promote and reward excellence in station and store standards, customer experience, and community engagement across Maxol’s growing network of convenience-led service stations.

They are assessed through regular standards audits, mystery shopper visits, and reviews of each store’s involvement with the local community.

In addition, each store’s community engagement for Maxol’s nominated charity partner, Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind, is included in the assessment of the overall programme.

Independent Dealer Aisling Sheahan operates Sheahan’s Maxol on the Muckross Road.

Her team’s dedication has made the store a trusted local favourite, and this year’s Excellence in Customer Experience award reflects that commitment.

Under Aisling’s leadership, the staff consistently deliver a welcoming, high-quality experience.

Speaking about the win, Aisling said: “We are thrilled to receive the Excellence in Customer Experience award. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and this recognition is a reflection of the passion and hard work of our entire team. We take great pride in providing a warm welcome, great service, and a community-focused experience every single day. It’s wonderful to see those efforts recognised at a national level. None of this would be possible without the hard work, commitment and positivity of our staff at Sheahan’s, and I want to sincerely thank them, as well as our loyal customers, who support us all year-round.”

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