Centre hit by locals’ protests

THE Kerry branch of An Taisce and residents have voiced concerns about the traffic implications of a major shopping project earmarked for Killarney.

Dunnes Stores and Penneys are understood to be the anchor tenants of a development proposed for the former Torc Great Southern Hotel site, at Park Road, close to the town centre.

Killarney Town Council decided Monday night to rezone the 6.5-acre site from residential to town centre use, opening the way for a planning application.