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Irish Independent
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Irish Independent
Palestinian Ambassador visits Tralee and calls for immediate ceasefire in Palestine
The Ambassador met with members of the Tralee Municipal District at the Destination Town Gateway which lists the city of Beit Sahour in Palestine as having a sister city relationship with Tralee. Following a photograph at the Destination Gateway sign on the N86 road into Tralee, the Ambassador then attended a welcome event at Council Chambers hosted by the Tralee Municipal District. Mayor of Tralee Cllr Terry O'Brien said the gathering recognises the challenges faced by the Palestinian people, and the hope that through ongoing dialogue, cooperation, and goodwill, a just and lasting peace can be achieved in the region. 'We are truly grateful and proud to host this welcome, reflecting not only our commitment to international friendship and solidarity but also our deep respect for the rich history, culture, and aspirations of the Palestinian people,' said the Mayor. The Ambassador expressed her appreciation for the solidarity shown by the people of Kerry and shared insights into the current situation in Palestine. 'Today marks a new chapter in the sister city relationship between Tralee and Beit Sahour. The Destination Gateway sign not only acknowledges the relationship between the two towns but also acts as a reminder of the strong ties between the people of Ireland and the people of Palestine,' said the Ambassador. She reiterated calls for an immediate ceasefire in Palestine and told elected Tralee MD members and 'the people of Ireland' and 'the rest of the world' that this should happen.
Irish Independent
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Tralee ready to bloom this June thanks to 20th Féile na mBláth Park Festival
This year's event will be from Friday, June 13 to Sunday, June 15 and organisers have promised that this year's outing will be even bigger and better than before. With thanks to Kerry County Council & Tralee Municipal District, organisers have said that entry to this year's festival and its events will once again be free. "Féile na mBláth is one of the real highlights of the year here in Tralee. It's a brilliant celebration of who we are – full of music, craic, colour, and community spirit. The festival is 20 years young and still going strong! I'd encourage everyone to come along, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy all that's on offer in the heart of Tralee town centre,' said Mayor of Tralee Cllr. Mikey Sheehy. The launch of the festival will take place on Friday, June 13 at 1pm followed by the 20th Anniversary Concert. There will be an afternoon of music and food with a 'Moonlight Movie' Outdoor Cinema Night in the town park to celebrate the start of the school holidays. Some of the highlights to look out for at this year's festival include the return of Déise Medieval with over thirty warriors and reenactors with their tented village which will be manned by experienced reenactors from around Ireland. All participants will dress, live, and work in an authentic recreation of Viking life. Authentic cooking is done over the open fire and all the re-enactors are friendly (for the most part!) and very experienced in demonstrations and will present a number of Battles for Tralee during their stay in the Park. Saturday's schedule is jam-packed with a host of activities planned for all the family to get involved with including flower demonstrations by Tralee Flower & Garden Club, and workshops in the Community Gardens. Families will be able to enjoy shows from the Fanzini Brothers, drum circles, and much more. The evening with finish with set and céilí dancing until late in the sponsored Kerry Group Marquee. Sunday morning will kick off with the traditional morning Mass followed by an emergency services display in the afternoon with Kerry Fire and Rescue, Kerry Civil Defence and The Irish Coast Guard set to appear. As if all this wasn't enough, the traditional dog show will take place later on the Sunday afternoon while the centrepiece of Féile na mBláth, the Flower & Garden Club competitions will take place in the flower marquee with the prize giving for this set to take place later on Sunday evening. To check out the full eProgramme, go to or the festival's Facebook or Instagram pages.
