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Irish Independent
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
See photos from St Brigid's school graduation ball
The event is run by and completely paid for by and encourages family members to participate along with some of the 5th years students to let them experience the night before their own debs the following June. I wasn't too long there when I met up with Hollie McGuirk from Castle Heights who were there with Sheila, Shane and Ruby McGuirk. Hollie was looking exceptionally well and was definitely looking forward to her big night. Next to arrive was Leah Maher from Clogherhead with very proud parents Philip Howard and Caroline McDowell and Philip Howard along with Megan McDowell from Clogherhead and granny Patricia McDowell from Ashling Park who were all there to make sure the night was a huge success. After this I caught up with Luke Kenny from Silverhill who was looking very sharp in his blue suit and told me he had his dancing shoes on for later on. He was with parents Martina and Pat Kenny also from Silverhill who were there to make sure he had a marvelous night with all his class mates. I then headed over for a chat with teachers Sean Griffin from Newry and Scott Winters from Dromintee who said they were sure it was going to be a fantastic night for the graduates, but it will be sad to see them finish in the school and will all be missed. Not too long later I met up with Sean Griffin from Castle Heights who was looking great in his three piece suit and flat cap and yes he too was looking forward to getting on the dancefloor. He was there with Elaine, Barry, Dean, Kaitlin and Keeva Griffin from Castle Heights who said they couldn't wait for the night to really get under way and wanted to wish Sean all the best on his big night. I then headed over for a quick word with Tracy McManus from Marian Park who was there with son Jake McManus-Todd and aunt Gemma McManus from Carrick Road, Emma Howley from Woodbury Gardens and Olive Byrne from Inniskeen and Jake assured me they'd be plenty of dancing done that night. Just arrived in the door and looking extremely well was Jack Hillard from Garrybawn with parents Brendan and Rachel who assured me this was going to be a real night to remember. Not too long later I headed over for a chat with David, Frances and James Henry from Hackballscross who told me James wasn't actually graduating that night, but was there to see how the whole night panned out in ready for his big night next June! After this I met up with Ashlie McGuill from Priorland Gardens who was looking very well and was definitely up for making the best of the graduation with all her class mates. She was also there with sister Kellie and parents Shauna and John who assured me it was going to be a cracking evening. I was then asked to give a special mention to Zach McArdle from Mountpleasant who had graduated the previous year and was there helping out his dad Alan McArdle, main man from and said he's getting ready for the Marist debs later on in the year. They were also awaiting the arrival of Zach mum Niamh and his brother Alex (whatever you do don't mention me!) who were on their way for the big night. Not too long later Antunas and Eridianas Simkus, and Rima Simkute were just after arriving and Antunas was looking very well and was ready for a night of fun with his class mates. The award for the coolest jacket on the night had to go to the black and white outfit worn by Tadhg McConnell from Haggardstown and there to make sure he had an excellent night were Derek, Edel and Harry McConnell who told me he was ready for a night of fun. Just arriving in when I got a word with them were Anne Trainer from Ballapousta who was with sister and husband Evelyn and Derek Russell from Ballapousta to make sure Kevin had an excellent night. Well with an extra cool tuxedo and dickie bow his James Bond certainly looked the part. Not too long later I then met up with Simon Cranny from Omeath who was just after arriving with aunt and uncle Rosetta and Turlough from Lordship who told me they were definitely going to make the best of Simon's graduation ball. Making my way through the huge crowd gathering for the ball I then met up with Andrew and Louise Shaw from Louth Village who were delighted to be there with daughter Maya Shaw who was looking lovely and ready to make the best of her debs. After this I met Oskar Zalewski from Greenacres who was there with Joanne, Briege and Colin Coburn from Greenacres and they wanted to wish Oskar all the best on his graduation ball. They were then joined by woodwork teacher Eamonn McGee from Hilltown who wanted to wish all his students all the best for the future and hoe they had a marvelous night. Making my way through the crowds I then had the pleasure of meeting Maureen Maloney from Dromiskin and Elaine Kelly from Redbarns Road who both work in the school and wanted to wish the students all the best and if the night is as good as the excitement about the event during the week in the school, they'd be guaranteed and fantastic night. Finally, just before they all got called in to start the meal I met Nicky Mackin from Knockbridge who arrived with mum Niamh, grandparents Pat and Bernie, as well as Grainne and Padraic Mackin all from Knockbridge who were all in great form and told me it was going to be a special night for Nicky and the rest of his graduating class mates.
Business Wire
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Legacy Meets Luxury: Quixote Revives Iconic Star Waggons Brand With New Cast Trailer Models
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Quixote, a leading provider of sound stages and production services for the entertainment industry, today announced it is reintroducing Star Waggons, the iconic brand known for providing luxury cast trailers to celebrities and production clients, with a fully remodeled trailer design. Revamped interiors feature a calming neutral palette, custom blonde millwork, and plush upholstery as well as a full-height refrigerator, electric fireplace, and light-adjustable makeup station. A refreshed exterior profile showcases smooth siding, an updated logo, and modernized graphics that retain the brand's signature stripes and retro-inspired typography. The new luxury cast trailers are all fully electric and solar-powered with access to Quixote's Sustainable Fleet Dashboard. This on-demand tool provides real-time remote monitoring, management, and data analytics giving transportation and sustainability teams essential tools and insights for eco-conscious operations and reporting. Additionally, they are among the first to include Quixote's new power sharing capability, which enables the connection of solar all-electric trailers to share power from unit to unit. The new Star Waggons are programmed to preferentially use solar power while maintaining the ability to draw power from generators if necessary. As the only product of its kind manufactured and maintained in Los Angeles by Local 399 teamsters employed by Quixote, Star Waggons are custom-built and expertly serviced to meet the discerning requirements of the entertainment industry's leading talent. 'Hollywood loves a comeback, and we are thrilled to bring a brand-new aesthetic and one-of-a-kind features to the latest models of the legendary and beloved Star Waggons cast trailers,' said Sean Griffin, Senior Vice President of Sales for Quixote and Sunset Studios. 'This marks a new chapter for Star Waggons, blending its iconic heritage with a modern approach that prioritizes sustainability, efficiency, and luxury for today's top talent.' Star Waggons was founded in 1977 by actor Lyle Waggoner ('The Carol Burnett Show,' 'Wonder Woman'), who saw the need for customized trailers to serve talent on-set and created the first custom talent trailers. The brand has grown and evolved over the years, eventually joining the Quixote fleet of production trailers, trucks, lighting & grip, and other equipment. Now Quixote is doubling down with a new Star Waggons design for its luxury cast trailers and refreshed logo that preserves beloved elements of the original branding with a modern twist. The first new Star Waggons single-cast trailer is currently available for booking and additional single, two-room, and three-room trailers will roll off the production line throughout the remainder of 2025. To learn more about the new and improved Star Waggons models and for information about rentals, please visit About Quixote Quixote is a leading provider of sound stages and production services for the entertainment industry. Quixote rents sound stages, production trailers, trucks, lighting & grip, and other equipment to support a wide range of productions including long-form television and feature film, as well as high-end photo shoots and commercials. Quixote operates in Los Angeles, New Mexico, Atlanta, and New York, while also servicing on-location productions across the U.S. As part of the Sunset Studios platform, Quixote offers unparalleled convenience, service, and quality to productions of any size. At Quixote, everyone on set is a VIP. For more information, please visit
Irish Independent
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Killarney Celtic's five-goal display clinches Jimmy Falvey Memorial Youths Shield title
Iveragh United 0 Killarney Celtic 5 Killarney Celtic emerged victorious in the KDL Jimmy Falvey Memorial Youths Shield final, securing a resounding 5-0 victory over Iveragh United at Mounthawk Park on Saturday evening. Despite Celtic's assertive start, dominating possession, they encountered a resolute Iveragh United defence that proved difficult to unlock in the opening half. Iveragh themselves carved out several promising scoring opportunities, but crucial final passes consistently went astray in the attacking third. When Celtic managed to breach the Iveragh defence, they found goalkeeper Sean Griffin in inspired form, pulling off a string of excellent saves to keep the scoreline blank. As a result, the first half concluded without a goal for either side. The second half witnessed a dramatic shift in momentum as Killarney Celtic returned with renewed intensity. A barrage of unanswered goals swiftly put the game beyond Iveragh's reach. Liam Hennigan and Joshue Williams each bagged a brace, while Mark Looney added another to seal a comfortable 5-0 triumph for Celtic. KILLARNEY CELTIC: Pierce Moynihan, Sean Collins, Jake Darn, Jack O'Grady, Killian Murphy, Mark Looney, Cillian Coffey, Odhran O'Shea, Nando Dominique, Liam Hennigan, Joshue Williams. Subs: Darragh Moynihan, Luca Noves. IVERAGH UNITED: Sean Griffin, Cathal O'Driscoll, Matthew O'Sullivan, Sean Quirke, Ryan Courtney, Ramin Klan, Marc O'Connor, Liam Conway, Adam Nazzan, Alex Kelly. Subs: Liam Behan, Zach O'Driscoll, Aaron O'Connor, Dominic Courtney.
