A Killarney native living in Dublin has hit the history books at Dr Crokes GAA Club after winning the largest lotto jackpot in the club’s history.

June Tierney became the record-breaking winner when her numbers 9, 10, 17, and 23 were pulled in the weekly draw.

The massive €20,300 prize had been climbing for months, before finally being claimed.
June’s sister, Catherine Lynch, was on hand at the clubhouse to accept the windfall on her behalf.

The cheque was presented by Dr Crokes President Jackie Looney.

Club lotto coordinators Moss Harmon and Vincent Casey, along with Treasurer Ross Brosnan, joined in the presentation to celebrate the historic payout. The lotto remains a vital source of support for the club’s activities and infrastructure, and this record jackpot has set a new benchmark for the local draw.

A delegation of eight members from Soroptimist Killarney travelled to St Mary of the Angels in Beaufort recently to present a €3,000 donation toward the facility’s hydrotherapy pool and gym.

The presentation was made by Club President Teresa Irwin to the St John of God services.The funds were raised during the club’s highly successful annual Pancake Morning, which is held every Shrove Tuesday at the Killarney Avenue Hotel.

“It is wonderful to be able to contribute towards such a worthy cause,” said Ms Irwin during the presentation.

She expressed her gratitude to the management and staff for their long-standing support of the fundraiser, noting that both staff and patients are regular attendees at the annual event.

Following the presentation, the Soroptimist members were invited to view the hydrotherapy pool and gym. Ms Irwin described the facilities as a vital asset for the patients, providing essential physical therapy and support.