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!
Kerry Leads the Way in Sustainability this SDG Week Every September, SDG Week shines a spotlight on the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — a global framework to tackle the world’s biggest challenges, from climate change and biodiversity loss to health, equality, and cultural…
Today, the water in Kenmare sparkles in a whole new way—not just in the sunlit bay but also inside the town’s beloved local brewery. Tom Crean Brewery is thrilled to announce the launch of Hop2mist, Ireland’s very first hop-infused sparkling water. Goodness of hops, with none of the alcohol With…
This summer, Kerryman Brendán is taking on one of the most ambitious endurance challenges — running 32 marathons in 32 days, one in every single county. His challenge is fuelled by purpose, community, and compassion, with every step dedicated to raising awareness and funds for homelessness. This…
In the summer and autumn of 2024, TFI Local Link Kerry buses became a moving inspiration for creativity, conversation, and connection through a unique initiative led by Kerry County Council Arts writer-in-residence Emer Fallon. The aim was simple: to highlight the importance of rural public…
Knocknagoshel NS Named Class of the Year While Cromane NS Celebrates Community Spirit Two Kerry primary schools have done the county proud, taking top honours at this year’s Junior Entrepreneur Programme (JEP) Awards 2025, which celebrate innovation and entrepreneurship in classrooms across the…
Kate Kearney's Cottage Took Centre Stage at “A Taste of Kerry” Fringe Event During Global Economic Summit 2025 In collaboration with Failte Ireland, Discover Kerry with Kerry County Council were delighted to host a fringe event “A Taste of Kerry,” as part of the Global Economic Summit 2025 (GES25)…
In May, a fantastic group of media and content creators came together to experience the Greenway Taste Trail in collaboration with the Tralee Food Festival and the Kingdom of Kerry Greenways. Spanning from May 16th to 18th, this special trip perfectly showcased how Kerry’s stunning landscapes and…
Let us Count the Ways Love is in the air this Valentine's Day, and while many people are focused on their significant others, we wanted to take a moment to celebrate a different kind of love. Here at Discover Kerry, we are lucky enough to not only work, but also live in this beautiful county…
Ross O’Callaghan is a Project & Commissioning Engineer at ENERCON, a Wind turbine manufacturer and service provider with their Irish headquarters based in Tralee, Co Kerry. He has worked at ENERCON for the past seven years. He answered our questions on what he has enjoyed most about his time at…
Killarney native Alan Ryan has spent most of his adult life overseas, mostly in the U.K. and Asia. When it was time to come back to Ireland, he knew exactly what his home town was missing—a triathlon. “I have always been interested in events like triathlons, especially while I was living abroad. I…