Great turnout for Lissivigeen National School fundraiser

There was a fantastic turnout to the Coffee Morning in aid of Kerry Mountain Rescue Team, held at the Killarney Oaks Hotel on Tuesday morning as locals showed up in huge numbers to support the fundraiser morning.

In what was described as a bit school reunion, there were great stories shared and so many words of admiration for the work the Kerry Mountain Rescue Team do.

Speaking to the Killarney Advertiser

Ciara Lowe of the Parents Association said: "On behalf of Lissivigeen N.S and Parents Assocation we were very proud of all the people who came out in great numbers to support a fantastic cause. The team offer a vital service to those stranded in dangerous situations. They are truly heroic local people who give so generously of their time. Thank you for showing up in huge numbers to support the morning "

"A huge thank you to Eamonn Courtney and his team from the Killarney Oaks for putting on such an outstanding spread. They went above and beyond all expectations and provided great hospitality for all. We would also like to thank Lou- ise Hurley Bakes for the delicious cakes on the day".

The staff of Lissivigeen N.S both past and present, turned out in great numbers to enjoy the morning as well as many of the students' parents of Lissivigeen N.S and the wider community.

Ciara was also quick to thank the "many wonderful sponsors that donated so generously to their raffle"

Kerry Mountain Rescue said at the morning “the funds raised here today, will go to great use and they were very proud of the turnout”. KMR will always hold a special place with Lissivigeen N.S due to the strong link between the pupils and their families."

As always, the brilliant Marie Carroll was on hand to capture some brilliant photos of the event where a tremendous amount of money was raised, 100% of which will be donated to Kerry Mountain Rescue officially next week.

Lowe (Parents Committee), Sandra Starosiene (Hotel Manager), Conor Gleeson (Principal) with Fr Kieran O'Brien. Picture Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

Supporting the Lissivigeen NS coffee morning fundraiser for Kerry Mountain Rescue at the Killarney Oaks Hotel on Tuesday were L-R Ellen Cagney, Mick Long (Kerry Mountain Rescue), Miriam Long & Martina Lynch. Picture Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

Enjoying the Lissivigeen NS coffee morning fundraiser for Kerry Mountain Rescue at the Killarney Oaks Hotel on Tuesday were teachers (past and present) and friends of Lissivigeen NS L-R Bernadette Noonan, Miriam Long, Robert Fell, Martina Lynch, Ellen Cagney, Mary Casey, Eilish Mahony & Principal Conor Gleeson. Picture Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

Enjoying the Lissivigeen NS coffee morning fundraiser for Kerry Mountain Rescue at the Killarney Oaks Hotel on Tuesday were Sharon O'Connor & Orla O'Leary. Picture Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

The Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle committee are asking for your co-operation and assistance with parking and access to the town on the weekend of the 30th June & 1st July. This is the biggest fund raising event in Killarney and we really do appreciate your patience and assistance.

Please be advised that the lower side of New Street Car Park will be closed from 7am Friday 30th June until midnight on Saturday 1st July.

Alternative car parking will be available for short stays and cars only at the Cathedral field, entrance on Port Road (with the kind permission of St. Brendans Trust). FREE Parking for cyclists will be provided at Daffodil

Field, Cleeney, Tralee Road (kind permission of Micheál O’Shea) and the HSE field off the Killarney Bypass (kind permission of the HSE) from 5am to 8pm, Saturday 1st July. All cyclists are being asked to use this facility to ensure smooth traffic flow and ease congestion during this time.

Road Closures

Saturday 1st July, Mission Road will be closed to traffic from 5am to 9am and 11.30am to 8pm and Beech Road will be closed to traffic from 5am to 9am and 12 noon to 8pm. Please obey the stewards and follow the extensive diversion routes.

Thank you again for your co-operation in securing the success of this Charity Event.