A formal state ceremony takes place in Cahersiveen today to mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of Daniel O’Connell. The 19th-century Kerry politician, known as The Liberator, led the campaign for Catholic emancipation and is remembered as one of Ireland’s greatest political leaders. Jerry spoke to Professor Maurice Bric, emeritus professor of history at UCD and director of Daniel O’Connell Summer School. Jerry asked him about a charge made by Kerry historian Dr Tim Horgan that O’Connell drove a deep wedge between republican Presbyterians in Ulster and Catholics and used religion as a tool to build a political base.

All hail Abbeydorney, County Senior Hurling Champions for the second year in a row. Jerry spoke to chairman of the club William O'Leary.

Gary Moloney worked in the gambling sector for a decade. He now campaigns to raise awareness about problem gambling and gambling addiction. If you're affected, you may contact

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Jerry spoke to Cathaoirleach of Killarney Municipal District independent councillor Martin Grady.

Tomorrow marks the 250th anniversary of The Liberator Daniel O'Connell with state events planned in Cahersiveen and the town's surrounding area. Jerry spoke to Marie Bowler O'Connell of O'Connell 250. Jerry also read some of the speech given by historian Dr Tim Horgan at the weekend in Banna to mark the anniversary of Roger Casement's execution. Dr Horgan made comments critical of Daniel O'Connell.

On the first Friday of the month, David O’Sullivan of DC Energy Solutions answers your home heating and energy conservation questions. The feature is sponsored by Boyles of Killorglin.

The Kerry Cancer Support Group is to run a new bus to Limerick, which will provide a service for patients traveling to Mater Private Network’s Mid-Western Radiation Oncology Centre. Breda Dyland, Manager of Kerry Cancer Support Group and Consultant Radiation Oncologist at Mater Private Mid-Western Radiation Oncology Centre, Lorraine Walsh spoke to Treasa

Minister of State at the Department of Rural and Community Development, with special responsibility for Community Development and Charities and the Department of Transport with special responsibility for Rural Transport, Jerry Buttimer is in Kerry.  He spoke to Treasa about The Crowe Report and about his visit to Kerry where he met with Ballybunion Development Association and Ballybunion Sea & Cliff Rescue.