Killarney singer Ben Quinlan has released two new songs ahead of the festive season. Times Like These is a song about missing a loved one at Christmas time. The song was released on Spotify on November 22. The singer, originally from Woodlawn, has also released Red Snow, a song about a soldier’s story at war. The track is now No20. on the IMRO Christmas playlist on Spotify. Both songs were composed by Will Scally. Ben competed in the X-Factor in 2014. During his first audition, he sang That’s My Goal and sang it to Cheryl Cole. He made it to the last stage of Bootcamp. He performed at Wembley Arena in front of all four judges and a large crowd in attendance. Both songs are now available to stream on Spotify.

Dr Crokes Golf Society has confirmed its new officers for 2026. Niall “Botty” O’Callaghan has been appointed Society Captain, while Matt O’Neill will serve as President for the year.

The announcement was made at the Society’s annual prizegiving function, held in The Tatler Jack.
At the event, David Looney of The Tatler Jack presented the Christmas Hamper prize to Michael Howard. John McEnery was honoured as the winner of the Dingle outing, and Vincent Casey presented the Player of the Year award to Johnny O’Connor.
Those pictured at the prizegiving were, front from left: Brian O’Callaghan; John McEnery; David Looney (Tatler Jack, sponsor); Michael Howard; and Harry O’Neill. Back from left: Gavin O’Shea; Joey Sheehan; Matt O’Neill; Mike O’Leary; John Lynch; Vincent Casey; and Brendan Keogh.