Rose of Tralee contestant missing

The Rose of Tralee International Festival is a cultural event that has been held in Tralee, County Kerry, Ireland since 1959. The festival celebrates Irish culture and heritage, and the highlight of the event is the selection of the Rose of Tralee, a young woman who represents Ireland for the year.
This year, one of the contestants, 23-year-old Mary O'Connor, has gone missing. Mary was last seen on Thursday evening, August 18th, when she left her hotel in Tralee to go for a walk. She has not been seen since.
The Garda Síochána, Ireland's national police force, is investigating Mary's disappearance. They have launched a major search operation, but so far they have not been able to find her.
Mary's family and friends are extremely worried about her. They have appealed to the public for help in finding her. They have also set up a GoFundMe page to raise money for the search effort.
The Rose of Tralee festival is a time of great celebration and joy. But this year, the festival has been overshadowed by Mary's disappearance. The thoughts of everyone in Tralee are with Mary and her family. We all hope that she will be found safe and well.
Mary's disappearance is a reminder that we should all be aware of the dangers of walking alone, especially at night. If you are ever walking alone, be sure to tell someone where you are going and when you expect to be back. And if you see something suspicious, don't hesitate to call the police.
Update: Mary O'Connor was found safe and well on Friday, August 19th. She had been staying with friends in Tralee. The Garda Síochána has thanked the public for their help in finding Mary.