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Jerry spoke to Deputy Pa Daly who raised a number of issues including the amount being given to this county under the Local Improvement Scheme. Deputy Daly also addressed the news that residents of Ocean View nursing home in Camp are to be temporarily moved from the facility while works are carried out.  

A young North Kerry man will be returning to his home for the first time in a year since a motorbike accident left him with life changing injuries. 29-year-old Anthony O'Carroll from Ballyduff was one of the leading names in motorcycle racing when he sustained a serious brain injury in a crash in the Isle of Man in July last year. His family have organised opportunities for well-wishers to meet with Anthony tomorrow,  Saturday,  in Ballyduff, in the community centre from 3.30 to 4.30pm, and in Walsh's Bar from 5 to 6.30pm.

Jerry spoke to Fr John Kenny who’s administrator of Westport parish. Gina Heraty, the aid worker and missionary, who was kidnapped in Haiti is from Cushlough, near Liscarney, about 10km south of Westport.

Radio Kerry journalist Breda Forrest was in South Kerry yesterday for the State commemoration to mark Daniel O’Connell’s 250th birthday. You’ll hear from the Taoiseach Micheal Martin and Minister for Arts and Culture Patrick O'Donovan, as well as the actor Declan McCarthy. Breda also spoke to former Minister for Justice and Ceann Comhairle John O'Donoghue, Kerry County Councillor Dan McCarthy and Fianna Fail MEP Billy Kelleher. Breda also spoke to Cathoirleach of Seanad Eireann, Fianna Fail senator Mark Daly who commented about the protest at the event organised by South Kerry Friends of Palestine, and you will also hear the Catholic Bishop of Kerry Dr Ray Browne.

Jerry spoke to Rebecca Brady, LBC’s Scotland reporter, about the impact short-term let regulations are having in that country, in particular, in Edinburgh.

Cllr Tom Barry of Sinn Féin spoke to Jerry about the proposal to locate flood relief and frustration over the failure to start works to alleviate the risk of flooding in Listowel.

The young man who died from his injuries following a road crash in North Kerry on Saturday evening has been named locally as 19-year-old Aidan Forristal from Lixnaw. He passed away on Wednesday morning, having been seriously injured in the single-car collision, which occurred at Deerpark, Lixnaw. Jerry spoke to Fr Anthony O’Sullivan, parish priest of Lixnaw. Anyone with information is asked to contact Listowel Garda Station on 068 50820, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.

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Jerry spoke to Taoiseach Micheál Martin, who is in Kerry for the state commemoration to mark the 250th birthday of Daniel O’Connell. He asked him about a number of issues including attempts to secure a release for Irish aid worker and missionary Gena Heraty who’s been kidnapped in Haiti.

Jerry spoke to West Cork councillor Finbarr Harrington, about the fundraiser organised for Féile O’Sullivan, who lost both her legs in a farm accident just days before her 13th birthday.

That’s the view of Killarney poet and performer Tim Buckley. He believes Killarney House which is part of the national park and is in the town centre would be perfect location for theatre performances.

Jerry spoke to Tony Griffin, former Clare hurler, about his 500k walk in solidarity with the people of Palestine

A formal state ceremony takes place in Cahersiveen today to mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of Daniel O’Connell. The 19th-century Kerry politician, known as The Liberator, led the campaign for Catholic emancipation and is remembered as one of Ireland’s greatest political leaders. Jerry spoke to Professor Maurice Bric, emeritus professor of history at UCD and director of Daniel O’Connell Summer School. Jerry asked him about a charge made by Kerry historian Dr Tim Horgan that O’Connell drove a deep wedge between republican Presbyterians in Ulster and Catholics and used religion as a tool to build a political base.

All hail Abbeydorney, County Senior Hurling Champions for the second year in a row. Jerry spoke to chairman of the club William O'Leary.

Gary Moloney worked in the gambling sector for a decade. He now campaigns to raise awareness about problem gambling and gambling addiction. If you're affected, you may contact Gamblers Anonymous, 01 872 1133 or call 087 262 2804 (10am-10pm) or visit Gambling Care.ie, Tel: 1800 936 725 (24 hours) Homepage: https://gamblingcare.ie/

Jerry spoke to Cathaoirleach of Killarney Municipal District independent councillor Martin Grady.

Tomorrow marks the 250th anniversary of The Liberator Daniel O'Connell with state events planned in Cahersiveen and the town's surrounding area. Jerry spoke to Marie Bowler O'Connell of O'Connell 250. Jerry also read some of the speech given by historian Dr Tim Horgan at the weekend in Banna to mark the anniversary of Roger Casement's execution. Dr Horgan made comments critical of Daniel O'Connell.

On the first Friday of the month, David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

The Kerry Cancer Support Group is to run a new bus to Limerick, which will provide a service for patients traveling to Mater Private Network’s Mid-Western Radiation Oncology Centre. Breda Dyland, Manager of Kerry Cancer Support Group and Consultant Radiation Oncologist at Mater Private Mid-Western Radiation Oncology Centre, Lorraine Walsh spoke to Treasa

Minister of State at the Department of Rural and Community Development, with special responsibility for Community Development and Charities and the Department of Transport with special responsibility for Rural Transport, Jerry Buttimer is in Kerry.  He spoke to Treasa about The Crowe Report and about his visit to Kerry where he met with Ballybunion Development Association and Ballybunion Sea & Cliff Rescue.

Ballyduff and Abbeydorney will face each other in the Garvey’s Supervalu County Senior Hurling Championship Final at 3.30pm in Austin Stack Park, Tralee on Sunday. Treasa Murphy spoke to Abbeydorney’s Michael Hannafin, 12-year-old Donagh Hogan, 13-year-old Ben Donavan and 14-year-old Andy Costello. She also spoke to Ballyduff’s Marie Slattery O’Carroll and young fans Conor James and Paige Harrington, Shane O’Carroll and Anthony Doherty.

A fatal incident on New Street in Cahersiveen is almost inevitable, according to a group of concerned residents and business owners. They made a presentation to the recent Kenmare Municipal District meeting, calling for urgent action. Cahersiveen resident Bryan Sheehan outlined their concerns to Treasa and explained what action they’d like to see taken

The Crowe Report, commissioned by Garda Headquarters, found that a substantial number of gardaí assigned to roads policing were not doing their jobs and had no interest in doing it. Tony Johnstone is from IRVA Irish Road Victims Association, the national charity for road traffic victims. Tony’s son Harry was killed last year. He spoke to Treasa about the report’s findings

Treasa spoke to Brother Richard, Provincial Minister of the Capuchin Franciscans in Ireland, about the importance of memorial cards.

Fine Gael councillor Teddy O’Sullivan Casey feels people should be able to have modular homes in gardens, without having to seek planning permission. The Government is now looking at making modular homes exempt from planning permission to tackle the housing crisis.

Emma O’Mahony, refuge coordinator with Adapt Women’s Refuge, spoke to Treasa about what you can do if you are in an abusive relationship. If you have been affected by anything you heard, you can contact the ADAPT Helpline on 066 712 9100 and Women’s Aid 24-hour helpline 1800 341 900.

Treasa spoke to Kerry Independent Alliance councillor John O’Donoghue and Independent councillor Niall Botty O’Callaghan about councillors rejecting recommendations for the redevelopment of the Áras Phádraig site.

Treasa spoke to John Fogarty, Irish Examiner GAA journalist, about the GAA new rules.

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Kerry County Council is funding a free, open air concert with Gavan Ring, Nicola Ring, pianist Gary Beecher and violinist Ken Rice at the Old Abbey in Cahersiveen for the O'Connell 250 celebrations. Treasa spoke to Gavan Ring.

Former People Before Profit TD Gino Kenny, spoke to Treasa about the banning of HHC – campaigner for legalisation of cannabis.

There was a letter in yesterday’s Irish Independent – Should those who opt out of donating organs also have to declare that they would forgo a transplant themselves should their organs subsequently fail? Colin White, national advocacy & projects manager, Irish Kidney Association, spoke to Treasa.

Japanese pharmaceutical giant Astellas has come on board as a new sponsor for the Rose of Tralee Festival. The announcement comes just over two weeks away from the beginning of this year’s festival, on 15th August. Treasa spoke to Owen Moore, Head of Pharma Manufacturing at Astellas Tralee.

Fatal domestic violence. Do we need to start calling out these crimes for what they are? Treasa spoke to Dr Audrey Galvin, lecturer in journalism in UL, about her PhD for her research on how murder-suicide cases are reported. If you have been affected by anything you have heard during this interview, you can contact the Samaritans on 116 123, Kerry Women’s Refuge on (066) 712 9100, and the Garda Confidential line on 1800 666 111.

It emerged last Friday that the Office of Public Works has signed a lease for a playground at Dún Chaoin. Jerry spoke to Malachaí Mac Amhlaoibh, principal of Scoil Naomh Gobnait, Dún Chaoin and who’s a member of Comharchumann Dhún Chaoin.

On the last Tuesday of the month, solicitor Miriam McGillycuddy answers your legal questions. If you’ve a query for Miriam, email in confidence to kerrytoday@radiokerry.ie.

Jerry spoke to Ireland South MEP Sean Kelly of Fine Gael.

That’s the view of Mossie O’Leary from Lyreacrompane who said he believed Kerry would beat Donegal after the team completed the full march behind the Artane Boys’ Band while Donegal broke away halfway through. Mossie says, “I've never felt such raw emotion as I did when I saw that, I had to wipe away tears from my eyes. I felt so proud to be of The Kingdom. It's then I knew that the boys were on it.”

Jerry spoke to the Kerry independent TD about the incident in Dublin on Sunday when it appeared that a garda pushed him. Jerry also asked him about a recent court case where an employee of Healy-Rae plant hire pleaded guilty to voter fraud and wider issues relating to electoral fraud raised by Fine Gael senator Mike Kennelly.

Last night the Kerry team were greeted by thousands of fans in Tralee and Killarney. The Kerry team and management also received a rapturous reception when they passed through Rathmore. Jerry put together a montage of their homecoming.

The buildup to All-Irelands inevitably involve memories of previous finals and those no longer with us. In 1997, Liam Higgins and Weeshie Fogarty – both, alas, have passed on – commentated for Radio Kerry on the Kingdom’s victory over Mayo. Former Radio Kerry broadcaster Ted Creedon contacted us about a brilliant article that Liam wrote 40 years ago. At the time, Ted was editor of a youth club magazine called Ógra an Daingin. He asked Liam to write about Sam Maguire, after whom the All-Ireland senior football cup is named.

Kerry and Donegal County Councils have released a joint road safety video for people travelling by road to the All-Ireland Final. Declan Keogh is road safety officer with Kerry County Council

Jerry spoke to Independent senator Aubrey McCarthy. The businessman is the co-founder of homelessness and addiction support organisation Tiglin.

Jerry spoke to Triona O’Brien, who’s a research officer with Teagasc, relating to dairy, microbiology, and food safety. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland is investigating after one person died as a result of listeria infection. As a result, the FSAI has recalled 141 different types of ready-made meals. The full list of recalled meals may be found here: https://www.thejournal.ie/ready-made-meals-recall-list-6772160-Jul2025/

Kerry Sinn Féin TD Pa Daly is his party’s spokesperson for climate, environment, energy and transport.

The Donegal desperadoes who carpet-bombed Killarney with Donegal flags and bunting have been identified! Lee Gooch, presenter of The Naughty Alarm Clock on Highland Radio, Denis Ferry, and Leslie O’Donnell are the brazen trio.  Jerry gave them a rigorous interrogation and discovered that there’s a good cause behind their antics. https://www.gofundme.com/f/driving-for-zach-and-cassie