UPDATE: The N71 between Molls Gap and Muckross House will reopen from approximately 5pm today.National Parks & Wildlife Service and Kerry Fire Service remain on site, and the area will continue to be monitored. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

N86 Pavement & Defect Repair Works. Works on sections of the N86, including Annagh, Camp, Clooncurra, Emlagh and Ballineesteenig, will run from 20 July to 28 August 2026 (subject to weather). Traffic management will be in place. Thank you for your continued patience.

🚧 Road Closure – The N71 between Molls Gap and Muckross House is closed from 2pm today (Thurs 16 July) due to ongoing fire prevention operations near Five Mile Bridge. ➡️ Traffic between Kenmare/Sneem & Killarney should use the R569 and N22. Remains closed until further notice.

Upcoming social housing units advertised on our Choice Based Letting website include: Ballyduff - 3 Bedroom Property and Knocknagoshel - 2 Bedroom Property. Submit expressions of interest for these properties before midnight Wednesday 22nd July 2026 @ https://cbl.kerrycoco.ie/

Road Closure N71 Kenmare - Killarney Road. The N71 is closed between Molls Gap and Muckross House until further notice due to ongoing fire prevention operations in the area.

Community Safety Event 🚨 Join us for a FREE Community Safety Event organised by the Kerry Local Community Safety Partnership. To register, please scan the QR code or use the following link: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/kerry-lcsp-community-safety-event-tickets-1989369368333

Kerry County Council wishes to advise that Met Éireann has EXTENDED the Yellow High Temperature warning for Kerry from 12:00 on Wednesday, July 15th to 06:00 on Friday, July 17th. For the latest weather updates and advisories, visit https://bit.ly/4xL2VAL.

Met Éireann Weather Warning – High Temperatures⚠️ Kerry County Council wishes to advise that Met Éireann has issued a Yellow High Temperature warning for Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Galway, and Mayo. For the latest weather updates, go to https://bit.ly/4xL2VAL

This is a Water Safety Notice from Kerry County Council. With the upcoming warm weather, please remember to act responsibly around water to help ensure your safety and the safety of others. For information on water safety, please visit www.watersafety.ie.

We are delighted to announce the launch of a new pilot bus service to the Maherees. For more details visit: https://www.mahareesconservation.com/maharees-conservation-association-news-biodiversity-sand-dune-management/40-maharees-smart-coast-shuttle-bus.

Community and voluntary groups should apply for the Kerry Community Awards before the closing date of 10th of July 2026. For more information on the eligibility criteria and how to apply, please visit: https://kerryppn.ie/kerry-community-awards-2/ or contact us at kerrycommunityawards@kerrycoco.ie.

Join in the fun between the 4th and the 9th of July for National Play Day at your local Kerry Library branch. #NationalPlayDay #DCDE #KerryLibraries #PlayMatters #HealthyIreland #LetsPlay #PlayForAll

Estate Enhancement Fund 2026 REMINDER to all eligible groups operating within Kerry County Council-built housing estates to get their applications in before the closing date on 24th July 2026. Guidelines and Application forms are available at https://kerrycoco.ie/estate-enhancement-fund-2026/.

South Kerry Greenway 🟩 Projected Social and Economic Benefits 🚴 Jobs Created: 300 to 540 🏃‍♀️ Visitors Annually: 230,000 to 430,000 🚲 Annual Impact: €20m to 38m Source: PWC #Greenways #SouthKerryGreenway 💚💛

⚠️ ROAD CLOSURE: Please note the R570 at Barraduff National School will be closed from Monday 6th July at 8am to Friday 31st July at 6pm to facilitate essential drainage and resurfacing works. A diversion route will be in place. We appreciate your patience and co-operation.

A notice from Kerry County Council that the Killorglin Playground will be closed temporarily, from Tuesday 30th June until Thursday 2nd July inclusive, to facilitate upgrade works at the site. Kerry County Council appreciates your patience and understanding.

Kerry County Council is delighted to announce that the playground and outdoor exercise facilities in Listowel Town Park officially reopened to the public earlier this month following the completion of a significant enhancement.

⚠️LIFEGUARDS - WEATHER WARNING 🏊‍♂️ Orange warning for thunderstorms: Thursday 4pm to 7pm In accordance with protocols, liifeguards will be withdrawn for the remainder of the day. Lifeguards will advise people to leave the water for their own safety.

WEATHER WARNING ⛈️⛈️FOR KERRY Met Éireann has issued a Status Orange warning for thunderstorms in Kerry this evening with a possibility of heavy downpours and potentially difficult driving conditions. Warning in effect 4pm to 7pm Please be vigilant and travel with care,

Road improvement works ⚠️ R-556 road at Rathscannell, Abbeydorney 🚙 Tuesday 30th June and Wednesday 1st July. 📆 Between Ballinclogher Cross and Abbeydorney Bridge Cross. 🗺️ Diversion routes will be clearly signposted. ➡️

Cuireann comhairlí áitiúla níos mó ná 1,100 seirbhís ar fáil - feiceann tú roinnt díobh, ní fheiceann tú a lán díobh. Tá siad riachtanach don chaoi a maireann tú, a n-oibríonn tú agus a mbaineann tú sult as do phobal. #YourCouncilDay #DoLáSaChomhairle

Your Council Day 2026 is Friday, 26 June, a day to highlight the positive work being done by Kerry County Council to support the people of Kerry and the role we play in delivering vital services. Keep an eye on our socials! #YourCouncilDay #DoLáSaChomhairle #KerryCountyCouncil

Kerry Council supports the Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland, Waterways Ireland, and the RNLI in urging the public to stay safe and remain responsible around bodies of water during the warmer weather. For more water safety information, contact www.watersafety.ie.

Kerry County Council is inviting the public to share their views on proposed new reduced speed limits in urban areas in the county. New proposals would see the speed limit reduced from 50km/h to 30km/h in many urban or built-up locations. consult.kerrycoco.ie/en/browse

Kerry County Council has teamed up with @RadioKerry for a series of broadcasts from across the county which will showcase local community and tourism projects in each of the Municipal Districts. This week, we're in #Kenmare and #Rathmore. Tune in! 📻

The deadline to submit applications for the Kerry Community Awards 2026 is July 10, 2026! For more details, go to: https://www.kerrycoco.ie/kerry-community-awards-2026-now-open-for-applications/

Cllr Mikey Sheehy (FF) has been elected Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council at its Annual Meeting today. Cllr Sheehy has represented the Tralee Municipal District since 2019. Cllr Jimmy Moloney (FF) was elected Leas-Chathaoirleach.

Cllr Teddy O'Sullivan-Casey (FG) has been elected Cathaoirleach of the Kenmare Municipal District at its Annual Meeting today. Cllr Norma Moriarty was elected Leas-Chathaoirleach. #KenmareMD #KerryCountyCouncil

Cllr Breandán Fitzgerald (FF) has been elected Cathaoirleach of the Castleisland-Corca Dhuibhne Municipal District at its Annual Meeting today. Cllr Fionán Fitzgerald (FF) was elected Leas-Chathaoirleach.