Kildare News

Council asked to ID potential buildings in Kilcullen for youth space

by 21/05/22 10:15am

Kildare Co Council has been asked to identify potential buildings in Kilcullen that could be developed into a youth space. Local councillor Tracey O’Dwyer raised the issue at Kildare-Newbridge Municipal District’s May meeting, describing the space as one where young...

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Installation details Athy’s role in first Garda station plaques

by 21/05/22 9:00am

There was a strong turnout in Athy on Saturday 14 May for the unveiling of an art installation detailing the town’s role in the creation of the first Garda station plaques in the 1920s. The unveiling of ‘Athy – town...

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The death has occurred of Robert (Rob) Heavey Claregate Court, Claregate Street, Kildare Town, Kildare

The death has occurred of Robert (Rob) Heavey Claregate Court, Claregate Street, Kildare Town, Kildare Formerly of Rathangan, Co. Kildare....

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Wall: Government must seize opportunity to protect problem gamblers

Welcoming the report of the Oireachtas Justice Committee which recommends banning ads by betting companies before the watershed, Labour sports...

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Council asked to consider buying former BOI premises in Monasterevin

Kildare Co Council has been urged to consider buying the former Bank of Ireland premises on Dublin Street in Monasterevin...

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All invited to celebrate Africa Day in Monasterevin tomorrow Saturday 21 May

Kildare County Council will host three free community events to mark Africa Day this month, featuring traditional food, DJ entertainment,...

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The death has occurred of Kathleen Barker Kilcullen, Kildare

The death has occurred of Kathleen Barker Kilcullen, Kildare Kathleen Barker, Sunnyhill, Kilcullen, Co Kildare, who died on May 19th...

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Athy haulier celebrates 70 years on the road!

Friday 22 April marked a momentous occasion for Athy haulage firm “A” Transport – 70 years in business! During a...

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Clane student wins €6,000 bursary

Congratulations to Scoil Mhuire Community School, Clane 6th yr student Aine Maguire who has won a €6,000 Credit Union bursary from Croi...

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Finding home to rent in Kildare like looking for a needle in a haystack

    By Finian Coghlan TRYING to find a home to rest in Co Kildare is like looking for the...

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Kildare man on a mission to promote original tales of Darby O’Gill  

  By Conor Forrest A PROSPEROUS man is on a mission to ensure that the original Darby O’Gill stories by...

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Centenary of Barrowhouse Ambush to be marked with unveiling of monument on Saturday

        THE Irish war of independence was a turbulent era in our history, nevertheless it resulted in...

Thursday, 19/05/22 - 8:05pm Read More

School bus required between Narraghmore and Dunlavin

St Kevin’s Community College in Dunlavin has become the secondary school for the Narraghmore area. That’s according to local councillor...

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Kildare artist taking part in graduate showcase in Limerick

An artist from Kildare will be taking part in a graduate showcase at the Limerick School of Art and Design...

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The death has occurred of Thomas (Tommy) PITT Lacken View, Naas, Kildare

The death has occurred of Thomas (Tommy) PITT Lacken View, Naas, Kildare In the tender care of the staff Of...

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June Fest: It’s back live and it promises to be better than ever!

    THE month of June sees the return of June Fest, Newbridge’s arts, heritage and community festival. After two...

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WATCH: Fantastic Newbridge exhibition marks centenary of British army withdrawal from Kildare

People are flocking to see a new art exhibition in Newbridge marking the centenary of the withdrawal of the British...

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Photo gallery: Ballyroe and Churchtown First Communion

Check out our gallery of First Communion photos from Churchtown and Ballyroe schools. The photos are published in the print...

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Councillors to hear from group on temporary Newbridge cycle lanes

The June meeting of Kildare-Newbridge Municipal District will receive a deputation from the Newbridge Reverse the Changes group about the...

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Man charged with stealing purse containing €3,000 in Athy shop

A MAN accused of stealing €3,000 in cash from a woman’s purse at Christmastime will have to return to court...

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