New Co Kildare Rose is representing us in Tralee

A young  North Kildare is now the new county Rose for this year's prestigious festival in Tralee.

On Saturday night, Deirbhle Mulvihill (23) , Kilcock was crowned the new Kildare Rose at the Westgrove Hotel, Clane.

The 23-year-old teacher was picked from the 14 contestants at a selection night hosted by 2014 International Rose of Tralee  and TV personality Maria Walsh.

Deirbhle currently teaches Business Studies and Geography at Clongowes Wood College, Clane, and is finishing a professional masters in Education from Maynooth University. She plays Gaelic football and camogie for Cappagh GAA, and is a volunteer with Age Action.