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Young Killarney director hoping for film festival success

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By Sean Moriarty

A young Killarney filmmaker is hoping for national success at the Fresh Film Festival in the Youth Short film competition category.

Glen Bowler’s period drama ‘The Legend of Patrick Greenwood’ was shot on location in several Killarney locations including the National Park, Muckross House and Gardens, Ross Castle and Muckross Traditional Farm.

Set in the 1800s, ‘The Legend of Patrick Greenwood’ tells the story of a solider who returns from a war to resume life as a gardener at a stately home (Muckross House).

Lord Montenotte wants to reward Patrick (played by Aghadoe man Mikie Galvin), for his loyalty as a gardener.

His new found wealth puts his life in danger as a jealous rival plots to kill him.

“It is a fictional story but it is historically accurate,” Glen, who both wrote and directed the short film, said.

Glen has entered the 15-minute movie into the Limerick-based film festival.

Last year the West End House School of Arts student won the Regional Audience Award for his feature length ‘Inner Journey’.

“This time I wanted to tell a compact story, to condense the story into 15 minutes but still make an impact was a challenge.”

‘The Legend of Patrick Greenwood’ won’t go on general release until after the Fresh Film Festival which runs from March 27 until April 1.

The Killarney Advertiser got a sneak preview for review.

‘The Legend of Patrick Greenwood’ captures the beauty and splendour of Killarney National Park and its surrounds. For 15 minutes viewers are given a trip back in time, showing what life might have been like in Muckross two hundred years ago. It is well written, beautifully directed with a wealth of local acting talent – many of the students at Michael Fassbender's and the late Donal Courtney’s West End House School of Arts - are given the opportunity to showcase their skills.

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Newstalk Summer Tour arrives in Killarney

Newstalk’s 2025 Summer Tour, in association with ESB, is making its way to Killarney this week, bringing live broadcasts from the town. On morning, Friday, June 20, Newstalk Breakfast with […]

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Newstalk’s 2025 Summer Tour, in association with ESB, is making its way to Killarney this week, bringing live broadcasts from the town.

On morning, Friday, June 20, Newstalk Breakfast with Ciara Kelly and Shane Coleman will be live from the Café du Parc in the Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa, kicking off at 7 am.
Ciara and Shane are scheduled to speak with local Kerry figures and take a trip on Killarney’s jaunting cars to see the sights.
Kelly said: “I am so excited to head to Killarney. I have had some fantastic memories as a child visiting Kerry and can’t wait to go back for Newstalk’s Summer tour!”
Coleman added: “Kerry is a wonderful place to visit and I am looking forward to seeing its natural beauty, vibrant culture and rich history.”
The week-long tour is taking the full Newstalk experience to towns across Ireland, featuring live shows, special guests, and conversation.

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Ring of Kerry Cycle to honour founder Paddy O’Donoghue

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This year’s Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle, scheduled for July 5, will be run in memory of Paddy O’Donoghue, a founding member of the event.

Mr O’Donoghue, aged 81, from Muckross, passed away following a road collision in Kilgarvan on Tuesday, this week.

Paddy was a retired Kerry County Council engineer, affectionately known as ‘Paddy the Engineer’.

He was a driving force behind the annual charity cycle since its inception in 1982, regularly participating and fundraising for various causes. Beyond his cycling contributions, the Glenflesk native was also a notable footballer, having been part of the East Kerry team that secured the first All-Ireland Senior Football Championship in 1971.

Cathal Walshe, PRO of the Ring of Kerry Cycle said: “On behalf of the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle I wish to extend sincere sympathy to Brenda and the O’Donoghue family on the sad and sudden loss of Paddy.

“He was a fantastic supporter of the annual charity cycle since it’s inception back in the 80s. A regular participant and wonderful fundraiser for whatever charity he chose. Paddy loved a challenge in whatever he undertook and was the epitome of what the event was all about. We miss the banter and craic but he won’t ever be forgotten. This year’s event will be dedicated to his memory on July the 5th. His likes will never be seen again. Slan Abhaile our friend.”

Tributes have been paid to Mr O’Donoghue, including from his local Glenflesk GAA club, who stated, “Glenflesk GAA would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Paddy O’Donoghue on his sad passing. He was a true Glenflesk stalwart as a player, mentor and lifelong supporter.”

Paddy is survived by his wife Brenda, children Florence, Áine, Denise, Brenda, Báirbre, Patrick, and Alice, 17 grandchildren, his brother John, sisters Margaret, Kathleen, and Anna, and a wide circle of relatives and friends.

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