Engineers to review signal timing at Daly’s crossing

Council engineers are to review traffic signal timings at a key pedestrian crossing near Daly’s SuperValu to ease congestion at one of the town’s busiest junctions.

The move follows a proposal by Councillor John O’Donoghue, who called for a trial period, asking: “Could the pedestrian crossing on the N22 by Daly’s Super Valu be trialled with a flashing light for a month to see if this improves traffic flow?”
Kerry County Council ruled out installing a temporary flashing light arrangement, citing public safety for pedestrians moving between residential areas and the retail hub.
Explaining the decision and the upcoming signal review, local authority officials stated: “This pedestrian crossing is located on a well-established pedestrian desire line between residential areas and a large retail outlet and food court. It provides an important controlled crossing facility for vulnerable road users. Therefore, it is not considered appropriate to trial a flashing light arrangement at this location. Kerry County Council will review the timing of the lights to determine if it is appropriate at this location.”

Community clean-up group reactivates in National Park

A community litter clean-up initiative established during the pandemic has reactivated following a fresh volunteer drive in Killarney National Park.

The group was originally formed in April 2021 by local residents Eoin O’Sullivan and Alan Ryan to tackle rubbish accumulation in the park. The initiative built up a strong local following, with its dedicated Facebook group growing to over 630 members.
Highlighting the park’s importance to the local economy and community, tour guide Diarmaid Griffin organised the latest clean-up session. According to figures from Kerry County Council, 30 per cent of workers in Killarney are employed in tourism-related industries.
Six volunteers took part in the recent Sunday outing, with organisers expressing hope that attendance will grow for future scheduled events.
Diarmaid Griffin said: “It feels good to give back to the place that gives us so much.”
Organisers extended thanks to National Parks and Wildlife Service staff for permissions, Killarney Town Hall for providing clean-up equipment, and Killarney Tidy Towns for ongoing operational support.