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‘Love Island’ winner joins style queen at Killarney Races

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Love Island winner joins style queen at Killarney Races
The team at Killarney Racecourse have pulled off another major coup for this week’s festival with a guest appearance by ‘Love Island’ winner Greg O’Shea.

Greg, and glamorous model and TV personality Yvonne Connolly, will be the celebrity judges for the Best Dressed Lady and Man competitions tomorrow (Saturday), which will guarantee another bumper attendance on the final day of the four-day festival which got underway on Wednesday.

Limerick lad and rugby star Greg (24) became a major media star when millions of viewers watched as he won the smash hit reality TV series with Amber Gill.

Yvonne Connolly ¬is a winner of the VIP Most Stylish Woman award and the stunning mum-of-three is widely acknowledged as one of the most glamorous women in Ireland.

She is also an enthusiastic amateur jockey and she recently rode 'Neverrushacon' to victory at the Corinthian Challenge for Irish Injured Jockeys at The Curragh.

“I’m very much looking forward to returning to the Killarney Races to judge the best dressed on Ladies Day. Stylish ladies who will stand out for me will wear their outfits with confidence and elegance,” she said.

“I’m looking for individual flair, someone who puts their own stamp on a look without trying too hard.”
Best Dressed Lady will receive diamond jewellery valued at €1,000 and the man will get a wristwatch worth €600, both sponsored by Keane’s Jewellers of Cork, Limerick and Killarney.

There will also be prizes for the runners-up in both competitions.

Tomorrow’s action packed day will bring the curtain down on a memorable summer of racing in Killarney with an all flat card starting at 1.20pm with the feature race being the Vincent O’Brien Ruby Stakes worth €50,000 at 3.05pm.

See www.killarneyraces.ie for more info.

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Dr Crokes team of 2000: The reunion

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Recently, the Dr Crokes team of 2000, who won the Kerry senior football championship of that same year, re-united and looked back on fond memories of their glory days and that very special year when they beat An Ghaeltact in the final at Austin Stack Park.

On November 26, 2000, Dr Crokes faced An Ghaeltacht and defeated the Dingle-based side.

It was no easy task making the final for the Killarney side, despite having talent such as captain Roland Neher, Eoin Brosnan, and a 17-year-old Colm Cooper at the start of his illustrious career.

Before the final, Crokes defeated Killarney Legion (preliminary round), South Kerry (round-one), Rathmore (quarter-final), and narrowly defeated West Kerry by a point in the semi-final (1-08 – 1-07).

It was the first time An Ghaeltacht had qualified for the final, but this was no happy welcome for the Dingle side, as the Killarney-based side won their ninth title.

Like in the semi-final, Dr Crokes won by a point as they scarcely won by 1-04 – 0-06.

Despite Dara Ó Cinnéide ending the tournament as top-scorer with 3-20, he was unable to carry his Dingle side to victory with the Killarney side being superior.

Neher led his team out onto the pitch, and he inspiringly helped push his team to victory.

This ensured Harry O’Neill’s versatile and developed squad deserved every bit of praise for them.

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Killarney real estate agent, DNG Ted Healy wins national award

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Killarney estate agent DNG Ted Healy won the DNG Branch of the Year 2025 Award in the South West Region at the DNG National Awards Ceremony which took place at The Curragh Racecourse last week.

The Awards Ceremony brought together over 150 delegates from DNG offices nationwide. It was a vibrant day of celebration and connection; while recognising excellence, dedication and professionalism across the DNG network.

From insights into the future of Ireland’s property market, to the latest developments in the DNG exclusive partnership with Hamptons International, the event delivered a dynamic mix of knowledge, innovation and inspiration.

Established in 2005, DNG Ted Healy is a recipient of previous awards, having secured the DNG Small Branch of the Year award in 2003, in recognition of its high standards of service, and extensive local property knowledge across Killarney & Co. Kerry.

Speaking after receiving the award, Ted Healy, Managing Director, DNG Ted Healy, said: “As we approach 20 years in business, it’s a real honour to see our growth and commitment to Killarney recognised. From expanding our new homes offering to embracing new technology, our focus has always been on delivering the highest standards of service while staying rooted in our community. This award is a credit to our loyal clients and the trust they continue to place in us.”

The awards continue to highlight DNG’s commitment to excellence in estate agency and recognises offices and individuals who consistently deliver results and outstanding client service.

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