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Kilkenny's landmarks to light up for Samaritan's Longest Night

Samaritans in Kilkenny are reminding those in need that their helpline will be open during their darkest hours if they are lonely or struggling to cope this Christmas. Volunteers on the 24-hour-helpline answered more than 35,000 calls in Ireland ...

12 Dec 2021 at 11:34

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Charlie Bird praises ‘incredible’ Kilkenny campaigner and friend Vicky Phelan

Veteran broadcaster Charlie Bird said Kilkenny cervical cancer campaigner Vicky Phelan was his Samaritan – as he described her as an “incredible human being”. Ms Phelan, who died on Monday, eight years after being diagnosed with cervical cancer,...

16 Nov 2022 at 17:27

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Kilkenny Castle to light up green for the Samaritan's Longest Night

Kilkenny Castle will light up green tonight to mark the Winter Solstice in support of Samaritans Ireland for their #LongestNight campaign. The Samaritans are there for people in need of support during their darkest hours, especially over the ...

21 Dec 2022 at 11:30

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'It can be extra difficult' - Nearly 35,000 calls answered by Samaritans' volunteers last December

Almost 35,000 calls were answered by Samaritans' volunteers last December. Concerns over loneliness and isolation increased and were cited by 38% of emotional support contacts over the festive season, compared with 33% in December 2019, ...

07 Dec 2021 at 10:52

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Support the Samaritans fundraising event at Kilkenny supermarket this week

A fundraiser and awareness event for Samaritans Kilkenny/ Carlow will take place in Caulfield's Supervalu Loughboy, this Thursday to Saturday, December 16 to 18. Customers can donate €2 instore at the checkouts. All money raised stays ...

13 Dec 2021 at 17:22

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Delight as 24-hour Listening Way walk arrives in Kilkenny from Carlow

The Listening Way walk started in Carlow town recently and followed the Barrow way to Graignamanagh. There, the participants joined the South Leinster Way to Thomastown and joined the Nore Valley at Bennetsbridge finishing at the ...

04 Aug 2021 at 10:48

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Local Samaritans to walk the waterways from Carlow to Kilkenny - please support!

Samaritans Carlow-Kilkenny are planning a 24hr walk from Carlow to Kilkenny beginning Friday, July 23 as part of a nationwide campaign to promote branch services. The walk will take place along local waterways and it is hoped ...

16 Jul 2021 at 15:00

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Elephant in window of Kilkenny shop is ready to attend James Bond night with Brent Pope

A colourful four-foot baby elephant has taken centre stage in Samaritans charity shop on Kieran Street this week. The elephant is part of a mental health awareness campaign run by former rugby star Brent Pope in aid of ...

23 Jun 2023 at 21:59

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Pictures: For Your Eyes Popey - Glitzy James Bond night for Kilkenny Samaritans

Brent Pope was the guest of honour at a special James Bond blacktie event in Kilkenny’s Pembroke Hotel on Saturday. The evening began with all the glitz of a red carpet occasion, with guests greeted with a shaken, not ...

28 Jun 2023 at 19:59

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Kilkenny set for a touch of James Bond magic for Samaritans fundraiser

The red carpet was rolled out at the Pembroke Hotel to launch the Kilkenny Carlow Samaritans James Bond Gala Event . A black tie event which promises to bring a touch of Bond for one night only will take place on ...

17 May 2023 at 11:38

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Kilkenny hurling stars lend their support to the Samaritans

Some well-known Kilkenny hurling faces are supporting the Samaritans this Christmas. A fundraiser and awareness event for Samaritans Kilkenny/Carlow will be held in SuperValu, Loughboy from Thursday, November 30 ...

29 Nov 2023 at 13:57

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Kilkenny buildings to be lit up for Longest Night as Samaritans volunteers prepare for Christmas calls

Kilkenny buildings are to be lit up again this year as Samaritans mark the Longest Night of the year to remind those struggling to cope that its helpline is open during their darkest hours this Christmas. Civic ...

17 Dec 2023 at 05:59

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