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Kerry is a unique blend of history and innovation, where tradition meets new ideas and diverse communities come together. This blog is a space to explore local stories, gain fresh insights, and share experiences. Check back often for the latest updates and recent success stories in Kerry!

Built to Last: The 150-Year Story of J. Galvin & Son

When a business reaches its 150th anniversary, it is celebrating much more than longevity. It is marking generations of hard work, innovation, community support and the people whose dedication has sustained it through changing times. For J. Galvin & Son, that remarkable journey began in Listowel in…

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A Kerry Edition of MONOPOLY On Its Way!

A new MONOPOLY: County Kerry Edition has been announced and is set to celebrate some of Kerry’s most iconic landscapes, attractions, cultural landmarks and organisations. World Famous Board Game From the iconic Ring of Kerry to the stunning Dingle Peninsula and the reknowned Listowel Races, the…

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Catch of the Day: From Dingle to London to New York

There are some stories in Kerry that continue to be shared long after the moment itself. One of these is the Dingle Sturgeon Story of 1966, which now forms the basis of the theatre production Catch of the Day . Set in a Dingle pub, the show follows tourists who become part of a retelling of the story…

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Deascéal Short Film Scheme 2026

Call Out to Filmmakers across Kerry. A new and exciting opportunity has emerged for filmmakers across the southern region, as ‘Deascéal’, a regional short film funding and development scheme, officially opens for applications. Developed through a unique collaboration between Screen Kerry, Screen…

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Second Section of the South Kerry Greenway Now Open in Glenbeigh

Following the opening of the first section of the South Kerry Greenway at Kells before Christmas, a further 4km of the amenity is now open to the public. The new section between Glenbeigh and Mountain Stage was accessible to walkers and cyclists from Thursday April 2nd ahead of the Easter weekend…

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Kerry Businesses Shine at National Small Business Awards

Two Kerry companies were recognised on the national stage at the Small Firms Association National Small Business Awards 2026, with Dingle Sea Salt and Tom Crean Brewery Kenmare shortlisted in the Sustainability category. In a major result for the county, Dingle Sea Salt was named the national…

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