Castlecomer native has been picked to be the next Rose of Tralee contender for Kilkenny

Lisa O’Rourke was crowned the 2024 Kilkenny Rose Of Tralee last night

In front of an enthusiastic crowd, MC Ollie Turner conducted interviews with twenty-three women from various parts of Kilkenny during the selection process.

Lisa O’Rourke is from Castlecomer will go on to represent Kilkenny on stage at the International Rose of Tralee Festival this August.

Lisa is Kilkenny’s first Rose in two years, and her predecessor 2022 Rose Molly Coogan was happy to hand over the sash last night: