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Hit Apple TV show to feature bespoke Killarney product

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By Michelle Crean

Millions of eyes across the globe are set to see a unique Killarney product in a drama series which features top Hollywood actresses Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon.

Former 'Friends' star Aniston or even Witherspoon could plant their bum on a bespoke cushion which was handmade by Killarney business 'BabaBarock' located at The Reeks Gateway.

So far the Season 2 official trailer for 'The Morning Show' on Apple TV+ has over five million views - but many more millions are watching the series - with all eyes set to see the product made by Karen Mahony in one of the later episodes.

Karen, who admits to watching the series like a hawk to see her cushion, works alongside her husband Alex Ukolov and a small team in the Baba Studio where they make bespoke products which are sold worldwide.

And it's not only cushions they make but embroidered charms, pillows, jewellery, bags, purses and even Tarot cards. Each item is carefully planned out, materials purchased and designs made for the final unique products.

Karen said that a set designer from California made contact some time ago and purchased the item.

"It was just out of the blue," Karen told the Killarney Advertiser.

"He must have seen it on our online shop. We were very surprised. We're hoping Jennifer Aniston sits on it or Reese Witherspoon, it's funny. It's a big show, a drama series about newscasters. He bought it and asked us to rush it out. I'm just waiting to see it."

Karen, who attended the Royal College of Art in London, together with her husband Alex who trained at a well-known art college in the Ukraine, explained that combining their artistic flare makes their products "very special" and "high end".

"My husband is Russian and it's got a crossover of the west meets east."

She added that although they don't sell a lot in Ireland they do have a huge market in America, Canada and Asia.

"We sell literally all over the world, mainly America and Canada but a lot in Asia and South Korea which is interesting. We're even getting orders from Vietnam and China. Everything is very decorative. We're working out of a workshop in the Czech Republic too."

She added that they also won an export award for the Local Enterprise Office recently.

"It's nice for the local people to know we're around. They said that we're one of the biggest exports for the type of work we do."

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Library upgrade to begin next week, two years after plan first mooted

Work on new, fully accessible public toilet facilities at Killarney Library is set to begin on Monday, July 20, marking the realisation of a project first tabled over two years […]

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Work on new, fully accessible public toilet facilities at Killarney Library is set to begin on Monday, July 20, marking the realisation of a project first tabled over two years ago.

The upgrade was initially put forward by Councillor Marie Moloney in May 2024, when she raised a motion at a Kerry County Council meeting highlighting the unacceptable lack of disabled toilets in a public building. At the time, Cllr Moloney noted that while access ramps were in place, several library users with disabilities were disappointed by the lack of facilities. “I will be keeping the pressure on to have these facilities provided as soon as possible,” she stated at the time.
Delivered by the Council’s Facilities Section, the upcoming works are expected to be completed in the autumn. The development will provide a new entrance to the toilet area, a fully accessible toilet, and baby changing facilities.
Killarney Library will remain open throughout the construction period, with all regular services continuing as normal. To ensure safety, the front porch, the existing public toilets, and the events room will be temporarily closed. Visitors will access the library via a signposted side entrance, and alternative public toilets will be available nearby at the High Street Car Park.

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Kerry Mountain Rescue issues warm weather warning

Kerry Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) has issued a warm weather warning for anyone climbing in the region after being called to assist a walker on Sunday. The rescue team was […]

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Kerry Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) has issued a warm weather warning for anyone climbing in the region after being called to assist a walker on Sunday.

The rescue team was tasked to the Devil’s Ladder area of Carrauntoohil (Corrán Tuathail) to help a climber experiencing severe exhaustion and dehydration. Volunteers successfully assisted the walker down to an awaiting vehicle.
With the current heatwave continuing, KMRT is reminding all hillwalkers to prepare adequately before setting out.
The team recommends carrying at least one extra litre of water, wearing sunscreen, and using a peaked or wide-brimmed hat. Walkers should set out early in the morning to ensure they are off the mountains before the peak heat builds in the middle of the day.
KMRT also advises walkers to consider changing their plans to less strenuous routes or rescheduling their climbs entirely until temperatures drop.

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