Kenmare News

06/09/2026

04/09/2026

Property Health Check Ltd in Kenmare is looking for a new team member for a full-time Sales / Office Administrator.
If you are highly organised, enjoy working with clients and industry professionals, and thrive in a fast-paced team, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Closing date for applications is 14th September 2026.
Interested? View the full job details and apply here: www.propertyhealthcheck.ie/careers-page

04/09/2026

Blackwater Valley Opera will be performing during dinner in The Falls restaurant on Saturday September 12th. The menu and pricing for the night will remain the unchanged at €110.

Booking on [email protected]

04/09/2026

From 13 September–18 October, Sheen Falls Lodge is delighted to welcome back Gormleys Art Gallery for an exceptional exhibition of modern and contemporary art throughout the hotel, gardens and riverside estate.

Featuring leading Irish artists including Patrick O’Reilly, Ian Po***ck, Mark Rode, Liam O’Neill and Debbie Chapman, alongside internationally renowned names such as Andy Warhol, Banksy, Salvador Dalí and Tracey Emin.

This year’s exhibition also includes Nairobi to Neidín, a special tribute to the life and work of the late Christine Bowen and her enduring connection to Kerry.

The exhibition is open daily from 11am–7pm and admission is free.
Subject to private events and selected closures.

The exhibition officially opens on Sunday, 13 September from 4pm, with an evening of art, conversation, fine dining and opera. The programme includes a panel discussion moderated by Mary McCarthy, Director of Crawford Art Gallery; a tribute to Christine Bowen led by art critic Frances Ruane; a five-course dinner with w**e pairings; and a performance by Blackwater Valley Opera.

Opening evening tickets are €130 per person
Reservations: [email protected]

04/09/2026

Kenmare Further Education and Training Centre will host two free events this autumn as part of its Kenmare Conversations series.

On Wednesday, September 30, Terri Coffey, Support Services Coordinator with Bodywhys, will present An Introduction to Eating Disorders: Causes, Key Issues, Treatment and Support.
Bodywhys, the Eating Disorders Association of Ireland, supports people affected by eating disorders and their families. Terri will discuss the issues surrounding eating disorders, the treatment and support available, and the confidential, non-judgemental services provided by the organisation.

The following week, on Wednesday, October 7, former Armagh footballer and current Wicklow GAA football manager Oisín McConville will share his personal story of gambling addiction and recovery.
A six-time All-Ireland club winner with Crossmaglen Rangers and an All-Ireland medal winner with Armagh, Oisín will speak candidly about the impact gambling addiction has had on his life and his journey towards recovery.

Both free events will take place from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in the Neidín Room, Kenmare Further Education and Training Centre, Bell Height, Kenmare, V93 K5CV. All are welcome.

03/09/2026

Pobal Inbhear Scéine's deputy principal, Ms Prendergast, was delighted to receive a copy of ‘Howl at Halloween: Áine Goes to Kenmare’, the new children’s book by author Hazel Mulqueen, illustrated by Pobalscoil past pupil Catherine Woods. The story celebrates Irish culture, Halloween traditions and the beauty of County Kerry, with engaging discussion prompts for children and adults.

01/09/2026

Kenmare & District Community First Responders would sincerely like to thank Paddy O’Driscoll, Club Secretary, Fenton Curley, Club Treasurer, and all the members of the Kenmare Cycling Club for their very generous donation.
As a voluntary organisation, we rely totally on the generosity of our community through fundraising and donations to help keep our service operational. Every contribution goes towards maintaining and replacing life-saving equipment, defibrillation pads and other essential supplies. Although the Kenmare Cycling Club was sadly disbanded last year, they still chose to support Kenmare & District Community First Responders with their donation, and for that we are incredibly grateful. Your kindness and support are truly appreciated. Thank you again to Paddy, Fenton, and all the members of the Kenmare Cycling Club for your generosity.

01/09/2026

Pictured at the recent Mike Maybury memorial tournament, held on August 29th, is Danny Lynch of Naomh Abán holding the Mike Maybury Shield, alongside Micheál O’Connor and Mary Maybury.