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Tributes paid to GAA and community stalwart

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By Sean Moriarty

Tributes have been paid to East Kerry GAA stalwart Dan Favier who died suddenly on Tuesday.

The Glenflesk GAA clubman from Curraglass was one of the most dedicated volunteers on the local scene.

His efforts were rewarded when he was named as East Kerry Person of the Year in 2014.

The parish of Glenflesk and the East Kerry GAA Board was left was shocked and saddened as the news spread of his sudden and untimely death.

“Dan was a highly respected member of the East Kerry Board. He served as treasurer for many years [1995 to 2004]. He was known far and wide as an outstanding GAA volunteer all his life,” said East Kerry PRO Michael O'Mahony.

In recent years he served as a gatekeeper for East Kerry matches and was a familiar face at turnstiles for all games in the region. He served as a steward at Fitzgerald Stadium last Sunday, two days before his death.

“He will be sadly missed at gates at East Kerry Board matches and missed for advice and assistance when the board needed it. He always give his assistance," added Mr O’Mahony.

He is survived by his wife Marian, children Sinead, Danielle, Paul, Ciaran and Ollie, and brothers John, Pat, Michael and Anthony, sisters Margaret and Mary Ann and extended family and friends.

Dan’s funeral Mass takes place today (Friday) at St Agatha's Church, Glenflesk at 10.30am before he is laid to rest at Killaha Cemetery. Both East Kerry GAA and Glenflesk GAA clubs will provide guards of honour at his funeral.

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Matt Britton Flooring Now Open in Cork

Matt Britton a thriving, local, sustainable, family-run business that has evolved into the ultimate destination for Ireland’s finest hardwood flooring, luxury carpets and bespoke rugs is now open in Cork. […]

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Matt Britton a thriving, local, sustainable, family-run business that has evolved into the ultimate destination for Ireland’s finest hardwood flooring, luxury carpets and bespoke rugs is now open in Cork.

Established in 1997 by brothers Matt and Craig, both fitters by trade, Matt Britton has become a popular household name throughout Ireland, a favourite among Ireland’s top interior designers and has been featured in an array of celebrities’ homes, including Peter O’Mahony, Johnny Sexton, Conor Murray, Pippa O’Connor, Vogue Williams, Rosie Connolly, and Suzanne Jackson, among others.

Recent expansion plans included the opening of their fifth showroom, Matt Britton Cork, unveiled by Ireland, Munster and Lions rugby legend Peter O’Mahony.

“We are delighted to have launched our first Munster store as part of our expansion plans across Ireland. We have been overwhelmed with positive feedback from our customers who have previously travelled from Munster to visit us in Dublin and Wicklow and this has encouraged us to open a store closer to home for them. Moreover, we are pleased that the opening of this showroom has allowed us to create 10 new jobs in the local area,” said Managing Director Matt Britton .

Their showrooms are designed to offer customers a luxurious experience and showcase their extraordinary collection of hardwood flooring, opulent carpets, and bespoke rugs tailored to clients’ unique preferences.

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Quest Killarney named Ireland’s best fitness and wellness event

Quest Adventure Series organised by Kerry based Elite Event Management came out winners at the Gym+Coffee Make Life Richer Awards. Quest won Best Large Fitness and Wellness Event, beating other […]

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Quest Adventure Series organised by Kerry based Elite Event Management came out winners at the Gym+Coffee Make Life Richer Awards.

Quest won Best Large Fitness and Wellness Event, beating other well-known names in the fitness and event industry.

Irish gym clothing company Gym+Coffee established the Make Life Richer Awards as community-based awards that celebrate those who ‘Make Life Richer” to include people who have the same passion as they do and facilitate events and meet-ups that bring people together.

“The team at Quest are super-proud of this award and the achievement and would like to thank everyone who voted for them, and enjoys being part of the Quest community.,” said Elite Event Management’s Rebecca Kemp

Entries for Quest Killarney October 7 are now open at www.questadventureseries.com

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