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Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 6h

- A special Kerry Today from Kirby's Brogue Inn, Tralee where @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social will mark kerrymentalhealth.ie #TieDayFriday to promote World Mental Health Day.
-There'll a 9-hour Irish dancing marathon ,outside Kirby’s Brogue Inn, led by 5-time World Champion David Geaney. 1/

Death announced of Dick Henggeler, owner of the Rose Hotel | RadioKerry.ie

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 1d

Dick Henggeler remembered: Tributes to the owner of The Rose Hotel - The US businessman who had a genuine passion for Tralee and Kerry.
- More reaction to Budget '26.
- This and more with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social.3/
www.radiokerry.ie/news/death-a...

The Rose Hotel, Tralee has announced the death of its owner, Dick Henggeler.

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 1d

- A mother of a young man with Down Syndrome says there's a huge gap between rhetoric about 'empowering' and 'supporting' people with additional needs and the actual reality when it comes to their entitlements and what people with additional needs, have to pay to access services and amenities. 2/

Micheál Martin apologises to Fianna Fáil TDs and Senators after Gavin withdrawal | BreakingNews

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 1d

Also on Kerry Today with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social -
- @fiannafailparty.bsky.social TD Michael Cahill on the parliamentary party meeting yesterday at which @micheal-martin.bsky.social apologised for Jim Gavin's disastrous presidential campaign. 1/
www.breakingnews.ie/ireland/mich...

The Fianna Fáil parliamentary party met in private on Wednesday night after Mr Gavin’s dramatic withdrawal.

www.breakingnews.ie

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 1d

On Kerry Today with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social -
- 34 people, including 15 children living in a Killarney housing estate, face homelessness as their landlord begins a mass eviction process.
- 14 households have received termination notices.

www.radiokerry.ie/news/34-kill...

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Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 2d

On Kerry Today with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social -
The budget what does it mean for you?
Get your questions in to James Kelliher, partner at Kelliher O’Shea, chartered accountants and registered auditors.
- Plus, Tony will be here for A Problem Shared. #budget2026

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 3d

Live budget updates here www.radiokerry.ie/.../budget-2....
Amber Galwey hosting a TalkAbout Budget special until 3pm, 96-98fm, radiokerry.ie

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 7d

- A cruel AI scam on TikTok which leaves people believing their homes have been broken into. Those behind the scam say they're just playing a joke on their parents or friends but gardaí say it's cruel and a waste of their time, as they're getting calls about break-ins.
- This & more with Jerry. 3/

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 7d

- The Heat Doctor David O'Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home-heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin 2/

Motorists advised to drive carefully and allow extra time for journey during orange level warning | RadioKerry.ie

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 7d

On Kerry Today with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social
- Kerry FC makes history as they prepare for their first-ever FAI Cup semi-final. They travel to Shamrock Rovers this Sunday. 1/

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Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 8d

- Opposition to plans for what would be Ireland's largest ever solar farm proposed for North Kerry.
- Operation Adare! The Kingdom gets ready for the Ryder Cup in 2027.
- This and more with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social. 2/

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 8d

On Kerry Today with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social
- @kerrycoco.ie on the preparations it's made for #Storm Amy
- Scoil Náisiúnta Ard Fhearta/ Ardfert national school's safety system for children getting dropped off and picked up from school. 1/ #stormamy
www.radiokerry.ie/news/motoris...

Motorists are being advised to drive carefully and to allow extra time for their journey this morning as an orange level warning remains in place.

Worried school bus drivers call for action over children's lack of care around leaving buses

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 9d

- The Kerry businesses who've made the shortlist in our promotion Working Together with CSG. www.csg.ie
- Jerry will reveal the businesses that have been shortlisted for the top prize.
- a CSG Starter Services Package worth €1,500 plus €1,500 in Radio & Digital Advertising with Radio Kerry.

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 9d

- Changes to childminding regulations. Jerry speaks to Bernadette Orbinski Burke, chief executive of Childminding Ireland.
Plus, A Problem Shared with Tony.
- This and more with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social between now and 11. 3/

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 9d

School bus drivers call for safety campaign. Bus drivers say they've seeing children who are not waiting for buses to depart before crossing the road. 2/
www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41...

School bus drivers say children are stepping into danger by crossing too soon and urge parents, teachers and authorities to act

www.irishexaminer.com

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 9d

Also on Kerry Today with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social -
- Can traditional pubs survive? The story of one bar that's closed after almost 40 years; the Fertha Bar and restaurant in Cahersiveen. 1/

Man appears in court charged with false imprisonment and endangerment of woman in North Kerry | RadioKerry.ie

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 9d

On Kerry Today with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social -
- Man charged with false imprisonment of woman in Listowel to appear before Listowel Court on Thursday. We hear from reporter Jamie O'Hara who was in court in Cork for the hearing.
www.radiokerry.ie/news/man-app...

A 22-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the false imprisonment and endangerment of a woman in North Kerry.

Opinion: The Irish flag carries so much baggage - a united Ireland should have a new one

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 10d

- And is the Kerry top THE most iconic and emblamatic GAA jersey? Why, if there's a major global sports event, are you always guaranteed to see someone in the crowd wearing the green-and-gold?! 🟢🟡
- This and more with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social. 2/

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 10d

On Kerry Today with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social -
- Is now the time to start preparing for a united Ireland?
- Solicitor Miriam McGillycuddy will answer your questions on The Legal Lowdown. 1/
www.thejournal.ie/readme/a-uni...

Between sectarian symbolism and anti-immigrant sentiment attached to the tricolour, a future united Ireland should have a new flag, writes Emma DeSouza.

www.thejournal.ie

Tuosist's Rebecca O'Sullivan named overall winner of Lee Strand Kerry Garda Youth Achievement Awards | RadioKerry.ie

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 10d

Tomorrow is the last Tuesday of the month so after 10.20am, solicitor Miriam McGillycuddy will join @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social on Kerry Today for the Legal Lowdown. She'll answer your legal questions.
If you've a question, email, in confidence, [email protected].

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 11d

@jerosullivanrk.bsky.social speaks to this year's overall winner of the Lee Strand Kerry Garda Youth Achievement Awards, the inspiring Rebecca O'Sullivan from Tuosist. 4/
www.radiokerry.ie/news/kenmare...

A Tuosist teenager has been announced as the overall winner of the Lee Strand Kerry Garda Youth Achievement Awards 2024.

Europe win Ryder Cup as Shane Lowry heroics stem USA fightback on final day at Bethpage Black

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 11d

- Offaly's most famous win since 1982 - Shane Lowry's winning putt ensures that Europe retains the Ryder Cup in the face of abuse and vitriol from some Americans at Bethpage Black, New York. 3/
- www.independent.ie/sport/golf/e...

Shane Lowry joined the Irish Ryder Cup immortals when he made a slippery five footer for birdie at the last to guarantee that Europe retained the little gold chalice at Bethpage Black.

www.independent.ie

US forensic experts assist gardaí in Mike Gaine murder investigation

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 11d

- Gardaí investigating the murder of Kenmare farmer, Mike Gaine, asked for the assistance of US forensic experts, who helped in a review into the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier. Barry Roche, southern correspondent with @irishtimes.com speaks to Jerry. 2/
www.irishtimes.com/crime-law/20...

M Vac DNA gathering technology had previously been used as part of Sophie Toscan du Plantier investigation

www.irishtimes.com

Man remains in custody in connection to alleged false imprisonment of woman in North Kerry | RadioKerry.ie

Radio Kerry @radiokerry.bsky.social · 11d

On Kerry Today with @jerosullivanrk.bsky.social -
- Man remains in custody in relation to the alleged false imprisonment of a woman in Listowel. 1/
www.radiokerry.ie/news/man-rem...

A man remains in Garda custody this morning in connection to the investigation into an alleged incident of false imprisonment of a woman in North Kerry.