It was a kid's dream on Saturday as Killarney was taken over by a stream of Santa's to help support the 5th Annual Christmas in Killarney Festival.

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It may soon be the season to be jolly but not if you happen to be under the weather and suffering from a cold or flu - or worse still, the dreaded Swine flu. We are told that prevention is better than cure, so with that in mind John Lark, Fitness Expert and Strength & Conditioning coach, offers his expert advice on staying healthy during the winter months.

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Last night Teresa and Michael O' Neil, owners of the family run Fernhill House Hotel, Clonakilty, officially launched their new bedroom development at a magical evening held on the premise. Local businesses, suppliers and friends were invited to attend the mulled wine and mince pie reception held in the welcoming foyer of the hotel which has been in Clonaklity for over forty years. Harpist Nancy Long and her daughter Miriam lent a festive atmosphere to the occasion playing some wonderful Christmas carols and favourite tunes. Magician Liam Sheehan, who famously entertained Michael Jackson’s children while they were in Cork, performed a plethora of mind boggling tricks on guests.

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Build Your 2010 Wardrobe at Sale Prices Marie Harty, owner of Lisboa Boutique on 127, Oliver Plunkett Street is somewhat of a trend spotter. Three years before skinny jeans and ballet pumps were "de riguer" on the streets, Marie had them in her charming boutique. She recalls that they were difficult to sell in the early days but that did not put her off bringing her forward thinking fashion trends to her boutique where she mixes a variety of designer and affordable brands. Indeed, Christmas has come early at Lisboa Boutique as the sale has started and will continue into January with current items at up to 50% off and this is set to rise up to 80% as the sale progresses.

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The Killarney Outlet Centre is delighted to welcome two new additions to the centre, News & Gifts and Republic.

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12th-13th & 19th-20th December 2009 10am – 6pm (Saturdays) & 11pm - 6pm (Sundays) A major part of the Christmas in Killarney festivities this year will be an Irish & International Food & Craft Market. With up to 50 stalls displaying a wonderful selection of craft products and all types of savoury delights, it’s a totally different shopping experience!

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Saturday the 19th December Starts @ Scott Street – 2pm It’s just over a week to go until the first ever Christmas in Killarney Santa Fun Run which will take place on Saturday 19th December. Killarney’s couples, families, young and old, along with fine strapping members of the Killarney Rugby club, will take part and raise funds for the 5th Annual Christmas in Killarney Festival.

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Every year Irish businesses spend tens of millions of Euro sending Christmas cards to clients, suppliers and customers. Even though many of the cards raise badly needed funds for charity it is still a very expensive operation and very wasteful of natural resources. This year four Irish charities, Aware, The Jack and Jill Foundation, The Marie Keating Foundation and Plan Ireland, have joined forces to offer Irish businesses an alternative to posting cards.

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Cycling legend Sean Kelly reconfirmed his commitment to the Charity Cycle "Tour de Munster" last Saturday at a dinner he attended with the cyclists who took part in this year's 600km charity cycle around Munster. This year's tour managed to raise over 85,000 for the Chernobyl Children's Project International for their Chernobyl Heart Appeal. This means that 85 children will benefit from life saving operations which will correct heart defects caused by the repercussions of the Chernobyl disaster.Sean Kelly has been involved with the tour for the past three years.

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A unique and significant discovery was recently made by archaeologists from Headland Archaeology (Ireland) Ltd., working on behalf of the National Roads Authority (NRA) and Kildare County Council on the route of the new Athy Link Road, Co. Kildare on N9/N10.

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The denizens of Dublin 4 have a new gourmet destination to look forward to with the opening of The Chop House, an exciting new gastro pub on the corner of Bath Avenue and Shelbourne Road.

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The Magic of Christmas will be brought to life this Christmas at the Christmas in Killarney festival with a wide range of Children’s Activities from now until January 6th 2010.

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Get into the Christmas spirit at Market Square Mallow, with three very special singing performances from local schools next week.

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LUCA, Cork's fabulously different shoe and accessory boutique, is now stocking the collectible and desirable ranges of dazzling, yet elegant jewellery from Otazu.

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Every year Irish businesses spend tens of millions of Euro sending Christmas cards to clients, suppliers and customers. Even though many of the cards raise badly needed funds for charity it is still a very expensive operation and very wasteful of natural resources. This year four Irish charities, Aware, The Jack and Jill Foundation, The Marie Keating Foundation and Plan Ireland, have joined forces to offer Irish businesses an alternative to posting cards.

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The magic of Christmas will be brought to life in Mallow this Thursday 3rd December with the Switching on of the Christmas Lights. The fun will begin at 5.15pm at Market Square Mallow with fun for all the family with a DJ, balloons, sweets, and a very special visit from the big man himself, Santa Claus.

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