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New ‘Gathering’ app to boost local tourist industry
Nine tourism businesses from around Kilkenny are being promoted to international visitors on a brand new app for iPhones and android devices.
Rothe House receives e7,000 boost
Kilkenny’s famous 17th Century attraction, Rothe House and Gardens, is to receive €7,000 for workshops under new funding from the Government.
Who gets to name our new city bridges?
What will Kilkenny City’s new bridges be called, who will name them, and will the general public have any say in the matter?
Study finds poor levels of physical activity in city
A large-scale ongoing study of the activity habits of people living in Kilkenny has found very low levels of walking and cycling, particularly among the adult populace.
One Direction fan starts queuing for tickets in Kilkenny two days before release!
A FULL 49 hours before tickets go on sale, a teenage fan of pop group, One Direction has started queuing for her tickets for their show in Croke park next year. Megan Casey-McGuirk, a 15 year old Presentation Secondary School student had camped outside RollerCoaster Records, Kieran Street, Kilkenny because she did not want to lose out. “The last few times, I ran out of luck because when I got to the counter they were all sold out,” she said.
Top managerial position for Kilkenny woman
A KILKENNY woman has moved up the ranks of one of the fastest growing airlines in the world and now holds a key role in the company.
‘Strictly Let’s Dance’ fever hits Kilkenny
Fourteen couples have been introduced at the launch of Strictly Let’s Dance Kilkenny, which already looks set to live up to all the buzz generated around the event.
Funnyman O’ Shea sets the tone for festival mischief
Bernard O’ Shea’s family were not expecting him to appear on the Late Late Show a fortnight ago, where he charmed Ryan Tubridy and the audience, and gave a special shout out to his mother watching in total surprise at home.
Kilkenny Stores score top marks
A NUMBER of SuperValu stores in Kilkenny scored tops recently at a prestigious ceremony held in Killarney.
Action-packed line up for Happy Valley Festival
AN EXCITING line up of music, entertainment and fun events are all part of this year’s Happy Valley Festival which will take place in Thomastown over the June Bank Holiday weekend.
McGuinness under pressure to comment on expenses
LOCAL Fianna Fail councillor Andrew McGuinness is coming under increasing pressure to respond to a series of stories published in the Irish Independent, which revealed that he claimed €30,000 in overtime in a single year while working for his father.
1 commentMystery man from Callan
A MYSTERY MAN only identified by a unique tattoo as his family had disowned him was in fact convicted murderer Michael Paul McGrath from Callan.
Paul Barry – a victim let down by all except his family
THE death of Paul Barry brings to an end a sorry and sad chapter in the history of the city. I knew that at some stage I would have to write this piece and that Paul would die prematurely.
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Body of man recovered from Newpark Fen, Kilkenny last night
THE body of a man has been recovered from a field adjacent to the Newpark Fen, Castlecomer Road, Kilkenny. Foul play is not suspected. The discovery was made last night after 7pm.
Outrage over attacks on Lacken beauty spot
LOCALS are up in arms over a spate of vandalism and anti-social behaviour taking place along one of the city’s most attractive amenities.
1 commentMayor lauds Moret after twinning visit
Mayor of Kilkenny Sean O’ hArgain has extolled the value of Kilkenny’s twinning arrangement with French town Moret-sur-Loing, having recently returned from a visit there.
An Post Rás rolls into Kilkenny on Friday
The famous An Post Rás rolls into Kilkenny on Friday, with the 180 cyclists and their entourage due to travel through several towns including Urlingford, Freshford, Ballyragget, Byrnesgrove, Castlecomer and Coon.
Transforming an eyesore into art magic
ARTIST MICK Minogue has left his stamp on many corners of the city with his impressive artwork.
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Heartbroken family search for puppy
A heartbroken local family is appealing to people to keep an eye out for their much-adored little puppy, who they only had for two weeks before he went missing.
After 12 years at the helm, John Moloney to step down as MD of Glanbia Plc
THE group managing director of Glanbia Plc, Mr John Moloney is to retire. The Board of Glanbia Plc, announced this morning that Mr Moloney had notified it that he wished to retire by the end of 2013, having been due to retire in 2014. The Stock Exchange has been informed.
Six local restaurants in the running for awards
Six local restaurants are in the running for All-Ireland silverware in the Santa Rita/Life Magazine Irish Restaurant Awards, which take place on Monday, June 10 in the Burlington Hotel, Dublin.
Junior debaters do school proud
Two Kilkenny College debaters had the honour of competing in the prestigious International Competition for Young Debaters (ICYD) in the Union Society in Cambridge earlier this month.
Asia Trade Forum takes place in Kilkenny Castle
Minister for the Environment Phil Hogan was in Kilkenny this morning to open the regional seminar of the Asia Trade Forum – an initiative of the Irish Exporters Association established to increase two-way trade with Asia.
DRUM Youth Centre has a lot going on
Teens looking for something to do over the summer will be glad to know that the Foróige DRUM Youth Centre has a ‘Dropin’ Youth café for 12-18 year olds, where young people can play pool, use the internet, play the Wii as well as availing of snacks and drinks all of which are free of charge.
Goresbridge NS in Irish Aid regional final
A local school has made the top 60 shortlist for the ‘Our World’ Irish Aid Awards 2013.
Council’s finance chief takes new job
The director of financial services for Kilkenny County Council John Dempsey is to leave his position with the local authorities to take up a new post as director of finances for Irish Water.
Kilkenny man, Paddy Buggy, Slieverue former president of the GAA passes away
FORMER president of the GAA, Paddy Buggy, Slieverue has passed away. The 84 year old won a senior All Ireland medal with Kilkenny in 1957 and also served as chairman of Kilkenny GAA County Board. His remains will repose at Power’s Funeral Home, Ferrybank tomorrow, Friday, from 2pm with removal at 7pm to the Sacred Heart Church, Ferrybank. Requiem Mass on Saturday at 2pm followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
City access bridge now to cost €10.7m
KILKENNY City’s new Central Access Scheme is now expected to cost the taxpayer €2.2 million more than previously estimated, it has been revealed.
Fianna Fail cash stolen after church gate collection
EVEN the chairman of the Dail’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) couldn’t do anything about the theft of Fianna Fail cash on Sunday morning. John McGuinness TD was among those having tea and biscuits after Sunday morning Mass in Dunmore church, on the outskirts of the city when a scheming gang of robbers struck. The place was full of cars because the Mass was relayed live on RTE 1 television and attracted a large crowd.
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Major award win for pharmacist Catherine Mannion at St Luke’s Hospital on penicillin allergies
ST Luke’s Hospital Kilkenny received a major boost recently when one of its pharmacists won a top award at the national conference of hospital pharmacists.
Long awaited DJ Carey autobiography out in the autumn
IF DJ Carey’s upcoming autobiography is half as exciting as his sporting and personal life has been up to this point, it will be a best seller. The Gowran genius is following in the footsteps of Kilkenny senior hurling team manager, Brian Cody, in getting Martin Breheny of the Irish Independent to pen the book for him.
City ‘Best Parish’ is an ecumenical matter
A NEW tidiness competition will see the four city parishes square off with one another to be crowned ‘Best Parish’, and could boost the city’s overall Tidy Towns chances as well. The competition, which is being backed by both local Roman Catholic and Church of Ireland clergy, is organised and run by Keep Kilkenny Beautiful.
New web resource shows Kilkenny as never before
Ever wondered what Kilkenny looked like in the 17th Century – who owned what land in what parish, how it might have changed hands before and after Oliver Cromwell’s invasion?
Graig’ all set for 10k charity run
The annual Graignamanagh Fun Run, held in loving memory of Bairbre Lonergan, will take place on Sunday, June 2 in aid of the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind.
Significant investment in cycle route
DEPUTY Ann Phelan (Labour) has welcomed the opening of the Carlow to Kilkenny Cycle Route which was launched by Minister of State for Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport, Alan Kelly.
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Discovery Park opens orienteering trails
Castlecomer Discovery Park opened its new orienteering trails at the weekend, with the support of the Irish Orienteering Association.
Inistioge summer festival to be bigger than ever
People in Kilkenny and from further afield will have an opportunity to drink in the joys and beauty of the season at the Inistioge Summer Festival this June Bank Holiday weekend.
Looking for an extra pair of hands
YOUNG PEOPLE from all over Europe are looking to come to Ireland and one family in South Kilkenny has a very positive experience of taking students on placement from Equipeople.
Learning from the master himself
THE SOUNDS of sweet music resonated across the grounds of Castalia Hall last Sunday afternoon when musicans gathered to perform in two very special master classes under the guidance of the renowned Violin Professor, Adrian Petcu.
Service against homophobia
On Sunday, May 12, a service to mark the International Day against Homophobia will be held in St Canice’s Cathedral.
Celebrating creativity as we age
AN EXCITING mix of theatrical, cinematic, craft, photographic, choral, dance and other events will take place during the month of May as part of the Bealtaine festival.
Get your windows clean and help the carers
Getting Kilkenny’s windows gleaming for summer, local company McCreery Contract Cleaning is launching its new ‘Reach & Wash’ window cleaning system with a fundraiser for family carers.
Callan CBS heads to Zambia
A GROUP of students and teachers from Coláiste Éaman Rís in Callan will travel to Zambia next Easter as part of the of the Edmund Rice Developing World Immersion Programme.
Mixed views from local TDs on abortion legislation
PUBLIC REPRESENTATIVES have mixed views on the proposed abortion legisation with Deputy Ann Phelan (Labour) stating that the legislation if passed will give ‘clarity to the medical profession’.
1 commentHSE criticised over child protection in Carlow/Kilkenny
THE HSE has come under fire for failing to comply with child protection standards in Kilkenny and Carlow, in a new report from the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA).
Hallelujah for gospel fest
Kilkenny City has launched itself as Ireland’s “City of Song” with the announcement of the programme for the 2nd International Gospel Choir Festival. Attracting over 2,000 visitors over one weekend in its first year, this year’s Festival will essentially triple in size, extending over June, July and August.
Minister Joan Burton in Kilkenny today to open Jobs Club
MINISTER for Social Protection Joan Burton is in Kilkenny today, and this morning she formally opened the new premises of Kilkenny Job Club on Friary Street in the city.
T-shirts for Darkness Into light walk available at No 84 High Street today!
Anyone who has pre-registered for the Darkness Into Light Walk tomorrow at 4am in aid of Pieta House can get their free t-shirts today at No 84 High Street next to City Hall all day today, Friday until 6pm.
Inistioge the place to be on June bank holiday weekend
Drink in the joys and beauty of the season at the Inistioge Summer Festival this June Bank Holiday weekend. The stunning village is set in the heart of the beautiful Nore Valley with woodstock at ats back.
Time to turn and face the river
Kilkenny City needs to stop turning its back on the River Nore and instead use it and celebrate it as much as possible, according to a group of the country’s top architects and planners.
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