Killarney will be the focus of the national Scór stage this Saturday, as the Gleneagle INEC Arena hosts the Scór na nÓg All-Ireland Finals.

Two local clubs, Spa and Glenflesk, will carry the hopes of the county as they compete for national titles.
Representing Spa GAA is the Rince Seit (Set Dancing) team, who secured their place in the final after being crowned Munster champions in November.
Joining them in the finals are the Glenflesk GAA Ballad Group.

It is the end of an era for High Street this week as Marguerite’s Restaurant, still fondly known to generations of locals as Scéal Eile, has closed its doors for the final time.

The closure marks the end of more than 30 years of business at the popular town centre landmark.

The restaurant underwent a major refurbishment and name change in 2021.

Operated by the Condon family of Marguerite’s Home Bakery in Newcastle West, the café was rebranded from Scéal Eile to Marguerites at that time, though the name Scéal Eile remained synonymous with the premises for many locals.

In a poignant closing notice shared on social media, manager Annette Horgan expressed how difficult it was to put the restaurant’s legacy into words.

She described the business as far more than just a workplace, calling it a “second home” filled with treasured memories and lasting friendships.

Annette extended a sincere thank you to the loyal customers and friends whose kindness and familiar faces supported the business over the decades.

She also paid tribute to the professionalism and teamwork of the management and staff, both past and present.

The message included a special tribute to two late colleagues and dear friends, Kaye and Marie, who were remembered with love.

Annette also extended her thanks to the Condon family, wishing them success in their future retirements.

“As this chapter comes to a close for me, I will carry with me the wonderful memories and the many special people I have had the privilege to meet throughout the years,” she added.