Animal rights activists are urging organisers of the Puck Fair in Killorglin, Co Kerry “to take the live goat out of the festival”, saying tradition can never be used to expose animals to physical and psychological damage.

ONE of Ireland’s longest serving monarchs is preparing to retake his throne in Killorglin, Co Kerry, as the town prepares for its annual Puck Fair festival.

Thousands of people will gather today to watch “Elvis” the goat crowned king at the Puck Fair festival in Killorglin in Co Kerry.

A FAMILY holiday and a festival in Kerry have been marred by the deaths of two people in traffic accidents.

By Mícheál Lehane THESE hot days can't last forever but thankfully the rising temperatures show no sign of dropping for one of the busiest weekends of the year.