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Local photographer wins Ireland AM photo competition

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BY MICHELLE CREAN

 

Our very own Dylan has won first prize live on TV yesterday morning (Thursday) for his stunning and creative Christmas portrait.

Up and coming photographer Dylan Clifford (24), from Arbutus Grove, had entered the Ireland AM Camera Club photography competition and yesterday won a Canon camera.

Just after 10am live on air, presenter Mark Cagney and judge and professional photographer Jenny McCarthy, named Dylan, who was up against two others, as the winner.

Dylan, who takes many of the Killarney Advertiser’s photos, had entered once before in Christmas in 2016 - but came runner up.

Jenny said that Dylan’s work stood out and complimented his photo, describing it as ‘well-lit and well composed’.

“I found out Tuesday morning that I was a finalist,” Dylan told the Killarney Advertiser.

“It felt pretty good as I didn’t expect to win.”

He added that he’d like to thank his mom Ann Marie for encouraging him to enter the competition.

And kind-hearted Dylan now plans to give his prize to his little sister Mia (6) as she has also caught the photography bug.

“I’m going to give the camera to my sister for Christmas as she is getting into photography. She’ll make more use of it than me – I have my own cameras.”

 

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HeartBeat to host Advanced Healthcare Directive information night

Anne O’Shea Clarke, Regional Manager of SAGE Advocacy Mid & South West Regions, will provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in properly creating an Advanced Healthcare Directive (AHD) […]

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Anne O’Shea Clarke, Regional Manager of SAGE Advocacy Mid & South West Regions, will provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in properly creating an Advanced Healthcare Directive (AHD) on Tuesday, April 29, starting at 8pm in the Parish Centre, Park Road.

An ADH is a document which sets out your instructions in relation to healthcare treatments in the future, when you no longer have the capacity to decide. AHDs are not solely relevant to older individuals. Young adults can also significantly benefit from putting these directives in place for themselves or when assisting loved ones. Attendees will gain valuable ‘Knowledge is Power; regarding legal and personal matters
The meeting will specifically look at two key application forms: the standard AHD Form and the Think Ahead / my form.
Prior to the main meeting, a Blood Pressure. and Pulse Clinic will be available from 7:15pm until 8:00pm sharp. Following O’Shea Clarke’s presentation, there will be a Question & Answer session, followed by tea and coffee.
SAGE Advocacy, the national service for older people, works to ensure access to information, support, and independent advocacy, while also providing safeguarding services across various settings, including homes, day centres, hospitals, and nursing homes.
They also support vulnerable adults and healthcare patients in situations where other services may not be available.
For further information, email anne.osheaclarke@sageadvocacy.ie or visit www.sageadvocacy.ie.

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Singer-songwriter Lillie Foley releases second single

Local singer-songwriter Lillie Foley, from Whitebridge Manor, has released her second single of 2025, titled ‘That’s Life’, on all major streaming platforms. ‘That’s Life’ is described as a powerful blend […]

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Local singer-songwriter Lillie Foley, from Whitebridge Manor, has released her second single of 2025, titled ‘That’s Life’, on all major streaming platforms.

‘That’s Life’ is described as a powerful blend of pop and soul music, drawing on Foley’s own life experiences. The track marks a further step in the promising career of the emerging local artist.
Recorded at the renowned Windmill Lane Recording Studios in Dublin, ‘That’s Life’ showcases Foley’s emotive lyrics, soulful vocals, and a sound that is both modern and deeply personal. Collaborating with music producer and audio engineer Hermann Ogulla, Foley has crafted a song that blends her Irish background with contemporary musical styles, aiming to resonate with listeners in Ireland,and beyond.
Foley said: “This is a song about resilience and accepting that bad things happen in life and we just have to get on with it and move on as best we can.”
‘That’s Life’ is the second of several songs Foley has planned for release in 2025.

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