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Irish Independent
28-06-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Volunteer efforts set to be honoured at upcoming Tralee Tidy Towns awards
An awards ceremony, supported by co-sponsors Cara Credit Union, Garvey's Supervalu Tralee, The Rose Hotel and Kerry County Council, will take place at the Rose Hotel in October to honour the efforts of Tralee residents, businesses, and public buildings in enhancing the town's appearance. The event will highlight the contributions of individuals and communities maintaining their homes, gardens, estates, and green areas. This year, several award categories will be available for residential estates: Large, Medium, and Small Estates, along with an Estate Biodiversity Award and an Estate Feature Area Award. Garden-related awards will include Large and Small Gardens, a Garden Biodiversity Award, a Plant Bed/Container/Flower Basket Award, a Favourite Plant Award, and a Favourite Spot in My Garden Award. Businesses and public buildings can also apply in one of six categories: Best Hotel, Shop, Bar/Public House, Café/Restaurant, Service Station, and Public Buildings. Tralee Tidy Towns Chair, Brendan O'Brien, had the following to say at the launch: 'Tralee is looking well and there's a lot of work going into the town – we want to recognise this and increase the growing sense of pride in Tralee. This awards event is a great way to do that. As a means of including more people in the awards event this year, we have categories like 'favourite spot in the garden' and a great idea by the organising committee is a 'favourite plant' award – so those who don't own a garden but are growing plants can be recognised.' 'We have to say a huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting this event, what we hope will be an even better event in 2025 – to Cara Credit Union, Garvey's Supervalu Tralee, The Rose Hotel and Kerry County Council, we just could not put this event on without this support. "We're launching this event this week and I'm asking the estates, the gardens and the businesses to enter and it might inspire that extra bit of effort or draw more volunteers in to the overall Tidy Towns effort in Tralee. We know this will build community and help Tralee progress in the Tidy Towns competition but ultimately it will help to make Tralee a better place to live in, work in and visit,' he continued. To take part, entrants should send their name, contact details, and chosen category to tidytownstralee@ or send a private message to the Tralee Tidy Towns Facebook page. Application forms will be available via email, on social media, and in hard copy from the Kerry County Council Tralee Municipal District Office on Princes Quay. The closing date for entries is July 18. The awards ceremony will be held in October at the Rose Hotel.
Irish Independent
10-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Tralee Food Festival ‘Taste Trail' with a Greenway twist – ‘It's a new layer of discovery and fun'
Sponsored yet again by Cara Credit Union, the Taste Trail continues to shine a spotlight on Tralee's fantastic restaurants, cafés, and food producers that is now set to hit Tralee-Fenit Greenway! For the first time, the 2025 Taste Trail will extend along the popular local greenway, inviting festival-goers to hop on their bikes or enjoy a scenic walk or cycle while discovering delicious food stops along the route. The 'Greenway Taste Trail' offers a new way to experience local flavours while encouraging people to explore more of what the stunning region has to offer. Festival goers are encouraged to sample dishes from participating restaurants and cafés, both in Tralee town centre and along the greenway. However, the experience doesn't stop with food as festival attendees are encouraged to make a day of it by linking up with local activity providers in Fenit. Whether it's paddle boarding, kayaking, or simply taking in the sea air – the adventure pairs perfectly with a day of great food. All involved at Cara Credit Union is once again delighted to support this annual celebration of local food businesses and community spirit. Pa Laide, CEO of Cara Credit Union, said the Taste Trail has always been a highlight of the festival, and they are 'thrilled' to take this support even further – along the greenway. 'The Greenway Taste Trail adds a new layer of discovery and fun, showing off the incredible hospitality along the route to Fenit. It's a great excuse to get outdoors, explore, and taste your way through Tralee,' Mr Laide said. With dozens of restaurants, food trucks, kids activities, and cafés taking part, the Taste Trail remains a cornerstone of the festival weekend. From street food to fine dining there's something to suit every palate – and now, every pace.
