Acclaimed Kerry screenwriter Ailbhe Keogan has won the Best TV Drama Script award at the 19th Writers’ Guild of Ireland Zebbie Awards in Dublin.

Keogan, who also serves as Chair of the upcoming Kerry International Film Festival (KIFF) running from 15 to 18 October, received the prestigious honour at a ceremony held in the Light House Cinema.

She took home the award for her screen adaptation of Louise Kennedy’s novel Trespasses, which she brought to television as a four-part limited series for Channel 4.

Originally from Tralee and now living in Castlegregory, Keogan was presented with the award by Dee Roycroft for writing the final episode of the critically acclaimed drama, seeing off competition from nominees Jo Spain (Mix Tape) and the writing duo Mary Fox and Marty Thornton (Hidden Assets).

The Zebbie Awards, named in honour of actor O.Z. Whitehead, celebrate the finest Irish writing talent across television, film, theatre, and radio.

The major national win comes at a busy time for the local writer as she prepares to lead the Kerry International Film Festival when it returns to Killarney next month.

Ailbhe Keogan scoops top television writing award

Acclaimed Kerry screenwriter Ailbhe Keogan has won the Best TV Drama Script award at the 19th Writers’ Guild of Ireland Zebbie Awards in Dublin.

Keogan, who also serves as Chair of the upcoming Kerry International Film Festival (KIFF) running from 15 to 18 October, received the prestigious honour at a ceremony held in the Light House Cinema.
She took home the award for her screen adaptation of Louise Kennedy’s novel Trespasses, which she brought to television as a four-part limited series for Channel 4.
Originally from Tralee and now living in Castlegregory, Keogan was presented with the award by Dee Roycroft for writing the final episode of the critically acclaimed drama, seeing off competition from nominees Jo Spain (Mix Tape) and the writing duo Mary Fox and Marty Thornton (Hidden Assets).
The Zebbie Awards, named in honour of actor O.Z. Whitehead, celebrate the finest Irish writing talent across television, film, theatre, and radio.
The major national win comes at a busy time for the local writer as she prepares to lead the Kerry International Film Festival when it returns to Killarney next month.

Acclaimed Kerry screenwriter Ailbhe Keogan has won the Best TV Drama Script award at the 19th Writers’ Guild of Ireland Zebbie Awards in Dublin.

Keogan, who also serves as Chair of the upcoming Kerry International Film Festival (KIFF) running from 15 to 18 October, received the prestigious honour at a ceremony held in the Light House Cinema.
She took home the award for her screen adaptation of Louise Kennedy’s novel Trespasses, which she brought to television as a four-part limited series for Channel 4.
Originally from Tralee and now living in Castlegregory, Keogan was presented with the award by Dee Roycroft for writing the final episode of the critically acclaimed drama, seeing off competition from nominees Jo Spain (Mix Tape) and the writing duo Mary Fox and Marty Thornton (Hidden Assets).
The Zebbie Awards, named in honour of actor O.Z. Whitehead, celebrate the finest Irish writing talent across television, film, theatre, and radio.
The major national win comes at a busy time for the local writer as she prepares to lead the Kerry International Film Festival when it returns to Killarney next month.

After a recent spell of indifferent weather, glorious sunshine and a gentle breeze greeted 35 teams at Beaufort Golf Course on Friday, September 11, for the annual St Paul’s Golf Classic.

Held in memory of the legendary Connie Brosnan, the fundraiser generated vital club funds through team entries and tee box sponsorships.

The first ball was struck at 8am, with action continuing right through until the final putt dropped shortly before 8pm.

The pristine condition of the course allowed for high-quality scoring across the board.

Niall O’Brien captained the winning quartet alongside Mark Roche, Cillian O’Connor, and Bernard O’Connor, combining seamlessly to card a victorious 95 points.

KMS Mechanical claimed second place on 91 points, followed by Frank Roche Air Conditioning on 87 points and The Lake Hotel on 86 points.

Organisers extended sincere thanks to event sponsor GMIB, greenkeepers, clubhouse staff, and the organising committee of Seán Brosnan, Maurice O’Donoghue, John Carroll, and Niall O’Callaghan for ensuring a successful outing.

Results

1st Place (95 pts): Team Niall O’Brien (Niall O’Brien, Mark Roche, Cillian O’Connor, Bernard O’Connor)
2nd Place (91 pts): KMS Mechanical (Denis O’Regan, Liam O’Shea, Owen Aherne, Mark Kennedy)
3rd Place (87 pts): Frank Roche Air Conditioning (Oliver Deady, Seán Horgan, Darren O’Connor, Noel Finnegan)
4th Place (86 pts): Lake Hotel (Alan Flynn, Martin Byrnes, Austin Rooney, Eamonn O’Sullivan)
Nearest the Pin: 2nd Hole – David Hartnett (Aghadoe Heights); 15th Hole – Kieran O’Keeffe (Aghadoe Heights).