The final of the Denis Michael Dennehy Memorial Pool Tournament took place in the Corner Bar, Barraduff, on New Year’s Day, bringing another successful Christmas fundraiser to a close.

The annual tournament has been held every year since 2011 and has now raised a total of €36,500 for local charities.
Defending champion David O’Donoghue retained his title after a closely fought final frame victory over fellow Glenflesk player Alan McSweeney. The Border Boys provided musical entertainment on the day, followed by prize presentations and a raffle supported by generous donations from local businesses and individuals.
A total of €3,260 was presented to the Killarney South Kerry Branch of the Irish Wheelchair Association to support its Lourdes pilgrimage in September.

Killarney Plaza Hotel & Spa has unveiled a newly refurbished leisure facility.

Halcyon is a state-of-the-art gym, calming wellness studio and 11-metre swimming pool with luxurious thermal quarters.

Halcyon will remain complimentary for hotel residents while also introducing a limited number of private memberships.

The thermal quarters have also been enhanced with the addition of a new serenity shower, complementing the existing sauna, steam room and jacuzzi.

The fully upgraded gym now features cutting-edge fitness equipment to support both performance-driven training and gentle movement.

Adding to the sense of tranquillity is the newly created yoga and movement studio.

Gemma Ring, Managing Director of the O’Donoghue Ring Collection, said the newly refurbished facility represents a thoughtful evolution of the Plaza’s leisure facilities.

She said they are delighted to now offer locals the opportunity to be part of this new chapter.

Exclusive perks include 15% off spa treatments from Monday to Thursday, 10% off spa retail products and food and beverage in Café du Parc and The Tan Yard, one complimentary Serail Mud Chamber experience per year and one complimentary personal training session.

More information is available on their website.