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Ukrainian team take part in 10km Killarney Run

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For the first time, Ukrainians took part in the 10-kilometre Killarney Run.

Julia Kolesnyk pictured holding her national flag after finishing the 10-kilometre Killarney Run at the weekend.

Julia Kolesnyk and Alex Ashkolunenko both took part in the 10-kilometre Killarney Run at the weekend.

Yaryna Sereda and Olga Tkachenko from Ukraine happy to have completed the 10-kilometre Killarney Run at the weekend.

RUN: Tkachenko Olga Yarina Sereda Alex Ashkolunenko and Julia Kolesnyk who took part in the 10-kilometre Killarney Run at the weekend.

A small team of four Ukrainians decided to join the race to express gratitude to the local community for their hospitality, as well as to join the sports life.

Olga Tkachenko runs five kilometres every week with Killarney House parkrun, but this time she decided to increase the distance and run 10 kilometres.

Yaryna Sereda from Chernihiv says that she participated in marathons and races as a volunteer in Ukraine, helping with organisation including distribution of food and water. She ran for herself, mostly in the park.

Yaryna decided to take part in the race in Killarney because she realised that she had wanted to do it for a long time, but had always put it off for later. With the beginning of the war, she realised that life is short and you have to use all the opportunities here and now.

"My impressions from the race are incredible, I am proud of myself and everyone who took part. This is an opportunity to challenge yourself," says Yaryna.

Alex Ashkolunenko took the initiative and created branded T-Shirts for the mini team. Alex completed the race distance with his girlfriend Julia Kolesnyk. "We are both from Odessa. He has been in Ireland for four months."

They had never run such distances before, but Ireland is exciting, you want to run here! Initially, the idea was simply to participate. Then they decided to assemble a small Ukrainian team.

"A cool atmosphere awaited us at the race, it was very nice to be a part of this grand event," says Alex.

Other Ukrainians joined the support group of our runners. Ukrainian flags and joyful shouts in their native language at the finish line added strength and emotions to the runners.

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Diesel alternative now available in Killarney

A new, more environmentally friendly diesel alternative is now available in Killarney, with Certa’s site in the Woodlands Industrial Estate becoming the first in Kerry to dispense hydrotreated vegetable oil […]

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A new, more environmentally friendly diesel alternative is now available in Killarney, with Certa’s site in the Woodlands Industrial Estate becoming the first in Kerry to dispense hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO).

The renewable fuel is already being used locally — including by Deros Coaches.
HVO is a low-carbon biofuel that serves as a direct replacement for traditional diesel.

Made by treating waste plant material with hydrogen, it does not release any additional carbon emissions into the atmosphere.
Compared to regular diesel, HVO emits up to 90% less CO₂ and also offers benefits such as lower NOx emissions, biodegradability, longer shelf-life, and being completely fossil-free.

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St Brigid’s principal Róisín Moore to step down

After years at the helm of St Brigid’s Secondary School, Principal Róisín Moore has announced her decision to step down, marking the end of a remarkable chapter in the school’s […]

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After years at the helm of St Brigid’s Secondary School, Principal Róisín Moore has announced her decision to step down, marking the end of a remarkable chapter in the school’s history.

In a statement issued by the school community this week, Ms Moore described the decision as deeply personal.

“This has not been an easy decision,” she said.

“But I believe the time is right for me to explore other opportunities while also giving greater attention to family responsibilities. The role of principal is a demanding one, and I have always strived to give it my full commitment.”

Ms Moore’s tenure at St. Brigid’s has been defined by vision, compassion, and a deep commitment to the values of CEIST and Catholic education. A former student of the school , she returned years later to lead the institution she credits with shaping her both personally and professionally.

“Serving as Principal of St Brigid’s has been one of the great honours of my life,” she said. “I remain deeply committed to the values of CEIST and to the mission of Catholic education. I am proud of what we have achieved together, and I leave the role with immense gratitude for the opportunity to lead the school community.”

Her leadership coincided with significant achievements, including a very positive WSE-MLL (Whole School Evaluation – Management, Leadership and Learning) report, the continued advancement of a major building project, and the fostering of what she described as “a caring and inclusive environment with high expectations at its core.”

“We have an outstanding teaching staff, a robust culture of leadership and management, and a clear sense of purpose and direction,” she added. “I have every confidence the board of management and staff will continue to bring the school forward.”

Teacher and school PRO Sheree Murphy paid tribute on behalf of staff and students.

‘It’s hard to put into words just how much Róisín has meant to St Brigid’s and to all of us who have had the privilege of working under her leadership” said Ms Murphy.

“She has been an exceptional leader, steadfast, visionary, and deeply committed to every student, staff member, and family in our school community. Her dedication has truly brought the school from strength to strength.”

“Through her guidance, I personally have grown immensely as a teacher. Her belief in professional development, collaborative leadership, and high expectations has helped shape the kind of educator I am today.”

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