Rose Escorts from various counties, with Kerry leading the count, have undergone bootcamp in preparation for the upcoming Rose of Tralee International Festival.

Dick Henggeler, a US philanthropist known for his association with the Rose of Tralee International Festival and ownership of Killarney’s Rose Hotel, left an estate valued at almost €6 million. His will details the distribution of his significant assets.

Nineteen-year-old Lexi Linnane from Mahon was selected as the Cork Rose for the 2026 Rose of Tralee International Festival during a sold-out event at the Rochestown Park Hotel in Cork city.