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Morning Focus received a heartfelt message from Tracy O’Connor, originally from Co Kilkenny and now living in the UK, who is hoping to trace an old friend she worked with in 1972 while employed at an Irish-owned hotel in Richmond, Surrey. Tracy is trying to find Mary Donlan, who she believes may be originally from Co Clare. The two worked together at the Bishops Hotel, run by George Bishop and his nephews Nigel and Willie Doyle from Wexford, during the early 1970s. Tracy recalls that Mary would now be in her 70s and fondly remembers her love of Big Tom, often attending his performances when he was in the UK. Tracy is asking for help in reconnecting, and is hoping that someone listening may know Mary or that the message might reach her directly. Image (c) Igor Kell of Getty Images via Canva