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Jacy is fashion fabulous at the Killarney Races

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BEST DRESSED: Jacy Ybanez from Tralee winner of the AYU Best Dressed Lady at Killarney Races August Festival on Saturday. Photo: Don MacMonagle

By Michelle Crean

Not only did Killarney Racecourse have something to celebrate last weekend - but so did one fashionista who was crowned Best Dressed Lady wearing a stunning bright pink outfit.

STYLISH: Jacy Ybanez from Tralee (4th from left) winner of the AYU Best Dressed Lady at Killarney Races August Festival on Saturday pictured with the other finalists from left: Edel Kenny (Offaly) Denise O'Connor (Brosna) Serena Randle (Kilgarvan) Caitriona Whyte (Killarney) Kay O'Connor Serena Delaney (Killarney) Brid Sheehan (Caragh Lake) Maria McMahon (Glenflesk) and Mary Lynch (Tralee). Photo: Don MacMonagle

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Jacy Ybanez from Tralee, winner of the AYU Best Dressed Lady at Killarney Races August Festival on Saturday. Photo: Don MacMonagle repro free photo

Jacy Ybanez from Tralee, winner of the AYU Best Dressed Lady at Killarney Races August Festival on Saturday pictured with judges Anna Galvin, Marietta Doran and Grace Clifford. Photo: Don MacMonagle repro free photo

Jacy Ybanez from Tralee, winner of the AYU Best Dressed Lady at Killarney Races August Festival on Saturday pictured with the other finalists that include Edel Kenny, Offaly, Denise O'Connor, Brosna, Serena Randles, Kilgarvan, Caitriona Whyte, Killarney, Kay O'Connor, Serena Delaney, Killarney, Brid Sheehan, Caragh Lake, Maria McMahon, Glenflesk and Mary Lynch, Tralee. Also in photo are judges Marietta Doran, Grace Clifford and Anna Galvin. Photo: Don MacMonagle repro free photo

Reidin and Lydia Coughlan from Killarney pictured at the AYU Ladies Day during the August Racing Festival in Killarney at the weekend. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Denise O'Connor, Stacy O'Leary and Maggie Fleming from Killarney pictured at the AYU Ladies Day during the August Racing Festival in Killarney at the weekend. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Serena Delaney from Killarney and Kay O'Connor from Kilcummin pictured at the AYU Ladies Day during the August Racing Festival in Killarney at the weekend. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Serena Delaney from Killarney and Kay O'Connor from Kilcummin pictured at the AYU Ladies Day during the August Racing Festival in Killarney at the weekend. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Tracey Cronin and Flerence Sexton (5) from Killarney pictured at the AYU Ladies Day during the August Racing Festival in Killarney at the weekend. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Ann O’Grady, Catriona McGuire, Katie Fox, Lucy O’Mahony, Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan, Caitriona Whyte, Denise Casey, Elaine Bennett, Deirdre O'Callaghan and Martina O'Neill from Killarney pictured at the AYU Ladies Day during the August Racing Festival in Killarney at the weekend. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan and Caitriona McGuire from Killarney pictured at the AYU Ladies Day during the August Racing Festival in Killarney at the weekend. Photo: Don MacMonagle repro free photo

AugustFest, which ran from last Thursday to Saturday, delivered a fun-filled programme, super crowds, spectacular views, top-class racing - but it was Jacy Ybanes who went home with a big smile after taking home the top style award.

Fashion savvy racegoers turned out in their droves to compete for the covetable title of AYU Best Dressed - but Jacy was the lucky lady deemed most stylish on the day as fashionistas brought the curtain down on AugustFest in fine style.

The fashion was fierce and judges Anna Galvin, Grace Clifford and Marietta Doran had a tough challenge selecting 11 finalists each encompassed AYU’s ethos.

Originally from the Philippines, Jacy has been living in Ireland over 15 years and currently resides in Tralee. Jacy’s stunning look was a beautiful hot pink two piece from ASOS paired with a gold clutch bag and shoes, her headpiece was a stunning pink fascinator by Montgomory Millinery, which she borrowed for the occasion. Jacy told the judges how she felt the sleeves of the top reminded her of fashion from the Philippines, so she felt that she was wearing a bit of home!

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Gleneagle Concert Band opens recruitment drive for new members

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The Gleneagle Concert Band is inviting new members of all ages to join the ensemble as it prepares for its new season starting this September.



Open to children, young people, and adults from Killarney and surrounding areas, the band offers specialist instrumental tuition starting from age nine. Beginners can take lessons in clarinet, flute, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, French horn, euphonium, tuba, percussion, and drums before progressing into the main band.

No previous experience is required for adults or children. The band also welcomes adults who already play an instrument or wish to return to music after a break.

“What makes Gleneagle special is that our musicians don’t just rehearse in a room and play the occasional concert,” said Music Development Officer Vincent Condon. “They perform at major events, festivals and community occasions, take part in film productions, travel internationally and, importantly, have fun together as a band. The band is open to everyone. We welcome young people who want to learn an instrument, as well as adults who have previous musical experience and would like to return to playing.”

For information on registration and lessons, contact 087 222 9513 or visit the band’s social media pages.

Busy summer of events


The Gleneagle Concert Band has concluded a busy 12 months featuring public performances, festival appearances, and charity work.

Highlights included the annual summer street concerts in Killarney town, along with performances at Puck Fair, the Rose of Tralee, and the Summer in Killarney Festival. Band members were also involved in the filming of Jimmy, an upcoming Hollywood biographical drama based on actor Jimmy Stewart.

Community fundraising remained a focus over the past year, with the band supporting local causes including the Kerry Stars Special Olympics Sports Club and Recovery Haven Kerry Cancer Support House alongside a sold-out Annual Concert.

Following a tour to Seville in 2025, the band has confirmed its next overseas trip to Bilbao and San Sebastián in northern Spain, scheduled for August 2027.

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New seating unveiled as Spa GAA celebrates

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23 August 2026

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It has been a busy period at Spa GAA as the club continues to develop its ground facilities while also marking a major milestone in its sporting history.

The club recently completed further ground improvements with the installation of new seating on the clubhouse side of the pitch.

Located over the terrace area directly on the halfway line, the new seating offers an upgraded viewing area for spectators.

Club volunteer John Hannon of JH Fitout Ltd, who also coaches the Under 10 boys team, assisted with the installation work.


Alongside the developments on the pitch, over 100 people gathered for the club’s annual mass, which was celebrated by Club President Fr Tim O’Sullivan and Club Vice President Fr Michael O’Donoghue.


Following the service, Spa GAA held a special presentation to honour the 60th anniversary of the 1966 O’Donoghue Cup winning team.

All surviving members of the historic side attended the gathering, alongside family representatives of deceased players and team mentors.

The evening provided a chance for the club community to come together, reflect on past successes, and share memories of one of the most famous teams in Spa GAA history.

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