Sinead Kelleher

5 days ago | independent.ie | Sinead Kelleher

This year, the event is pedalling with purpose, with all proceeds going to support the vital work of the Killarney Cardiac Response Unit. Cyclists of all levels are invited to take part, with two stunning routes available: a 100km challenge for experienced riders, and a more accessible 75km option ideal for those looking to build confidence ahead of the Ring of Kerry Cycle.

5 days ago | independent.ie | Sinead Kelleher

‘Little did I think when I met him he would be Pope’ – Kerry nun on meeting the then Bishop Prevost Newly elected Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, Thursday, May 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)When Sister Sarah O’Connor saw Pope Leo XIV emerging onto the balcony overlooking St Peter's Square on Thursday she was amazed because she had met him during her time in Peru.

5 days ago | independent.ie | Sinead Kelleher

The unsolved case of missing farmer Mike Gaine is not the only mystery in the south Kerry town Aleida (Leidy) Maria Anderske Kaspersma is missing from Kenmare Co Kerry since July 2 1978. On July 2, 1978, Leidy Kaspersma got out her car on a remote road outside Kenmare and simply vanished. It’s almost 47 years since that fateful day and Leidy’s family have never found out what happened her.

5 days ago | independent.ie | Sinead Kelleher

While Fr Looney had left Peru before Fr Prevost arrived, they both worked in similar locations throughout their time in the South American nation and for both it had a lasting impact. Fr Looney feels the poverty witnessed by Pope Leo XIV in Peru will influence his tenure as head of the Catholic Church. He said Robert Prevost was very much trusted in crisis-torn Peru given he was Archbishop and a key leader of the Peruvian church there.

5 days ago | independent.ie | Sinead Kelleher

This follows a high court challenge from unsuccessful participants in the open competition to operate the boat licences. In a statement this afternoon, Friday, May 9, the OPW said the world-famous Skellig Michael island is ready to re-open once the High Court decision is handed down. The UNESCO site brings thousands of visitors to Kerry and was made even more famous by the filming of Star Wars on the island. The OPW ran a competition in late 2024 to award 15 permits for summer 2025 and onwards.