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Cillian Leslie Selected for Irish Rowing Squad

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Muckross Rowing Club is celebrating after Junior 18 rower Cillian Leslie was selected to represent Ireland at the Coupe de la Jeunesse Beach Sprint in Cadiz, Spain, from October 30 to November 2.

The event brings together Europe’s best Under-19 rowers and has recently added the fast-paced Beach Sprint format ahead of its debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Cillian, son of David and Melissa Leslie from Ballyhar, was chosen following national trials organised by Rowing Ireland. He is the first Muckross and Killarney rower to compete for Ireland in coastal beach sprint rowing.
2025 has been a successful year for Muckross, with seven rowers selected for international competition. Highlights include Caoimhe O’Sullivan finishing fourth in the Women’s Eight at the European U23 Championships, Rachel Fuller winning double gold at the Home International Regatta in London, and Cian Scannell earning bronze in the Men’s Double at the Coupe flatwater regatta in Linz, Austria.
Cillian will join a squad of 16 Irish rowers for the Coupe Beach Sprint, competing in Men’s and Women’s Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. The club wishes him the best of luck as training intensifies ahead of the competition.

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Pig’s Lane earns prestigious ‘1 PIN’ status in global guide

Pig’s Lane on College Street has become one of the first bars in Ireland to be recognised by the international Pinnacle Guide, earning a coveted ‘1 PIN’ status , the […]

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Pig’s Lane on College Street has become one of the first bars in Ireland to be recognised by the international Pinnacle Guide, earning a coveted ‘1 PIN’ status , the guide’s equivalent of a Michelin star for cocktail bars.

Only 61 venues worldwide were added to the Pinnacle Guide’s latest cohort on Wednesday this week.
The guide rates bars using a three-level PIN system: ‘1 PIN’ for excellent, ‘2 PINs’ for outstanding, and ‘3 PINs’ for exceptional.
This accolade follows Pig’s Lane’s recent wins at the Bar of the Year Awards 2025, where it was named Best Designed Bar of the Year, took bronze in Cocktail Bar of the Year, and last year was named Innovative Bar of the Year.
Opened in October 2023, Pig’s Lane is Killarney’s first subterranean cocktail bar, known for its creative drinks, locally sourced snacks, and live music.
It is part of the O’Donoghue Ring Collection and led by Managing Director Gemma Ring alongside world champion mixologist Ariel Sanecki.
Gemma said: “We are so proud to be part of Ireland’s debut in the Pinnacle Guide. Achieving a PIN involves a detailed assessment of every aspect of a bar’s operation, from the drinks programme and service to venue design, management, sustainability, and more. To be recognised alongside such incredible bars around the world, many of whom we admire deeply, is incredibly inspiring. This achievement is a celebration of our entire team and we couldn’t be prouder.”

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Killarney Park appoints new Head Chef

The Killarney Park has announced the appointment of Noel Enright as its new Head Chef. Noel has won numerous awards throughout his career, including Chef of the Year at the […]

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The Killarney Park has announced the appointment of Noel Enright as its new Head Chef.

Noel has won numerous awards throughout his career, including Chef of the Year at the 2024 Gold Medal Awards. He previously worked at the Lake Hotel. Noel incorporates locally grown produce in his menus, from both trusted suppliers and the hotel’s very own kitchen garden. Since Noel has stepped into his new role as Head Chef, he has introduced a kitchen garden at the five-star-hotel, growing their own vegetables and leafy greens. Noel also mentor’s students from MTU and international students from France. Visitors and guests can enjoy his cuisine at the Peregrine restaurant or the Garden Bar.

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