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‘A gentleman' - Tributes paid to much-loved Kilkenny man

One possible look for the future of High Street, Kilkenny

Opinion: Will Kilkenny City survive and thrive, or sink with SUMP?

Not every student arrives at university with a clear career plan, and flexible arts degrees have traditionally provided space for curiosity, experimentation and growth

The right CAO course for you might be the one that lets you explore

An Irish unity march in 2019. Photo: 1 Million Voices for Irish Unity

Column: More focused discussions needed to advance cause of Irish unity

Wonder what life was like in Kilkenny 100 years ago? Find answers in just-publ...

Rendering of apartment buildings currently planned for development in Drakeland Lower/Kilcreene

Column: Push for apartment building in Kilkenny and nationally long overdue but ...

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Column: Turning the page - how we never lose the desire to read - Kilkenny Live

The EU parliament could vote on the legislation as early as October 14

Opinion: Proposed EU Chat Control legislation is an attack on the privacy of all...

Daniel O'Dwyer from Tullaroan tightening his plough with a sprocket wrench before competing at the National Ploughing Championships today

Has ‘The Ploughing’ reached its peak? Kilkenny agri expert asks

Should dogs be allowed in dining places?

Irish presenter says she hates dog-friendly cafes- 'it's disgusting, it’s revolt...

Ciarán Dunphy, auctioneer & valuer at DNG Ella Dunphy, on the huge demand - and short supply - of houses for people in Kilkenny

'Kilkenny isn't insulated': State bodies compete with first-time buyers for hous...

OPINION: The presidential race has descended into a farce - but it will make gre...

POLL: Should smoking on Irish beaches be banned?

Should Ireland become a cashless society?

OPINION: 'Cash or card?'- Should Ireland become a cashless society?

OPINION: Has anyone else noticed this in supermarkets? It's absolutely disgusting

OPINION: Has anyone else noticed this in supermarkets? It's absolutely disgustin...

Whether you’re a lone traveller seeking company or a practical way to explore, here are the best value holidays designed for singles

'I solo travelled to Spain - oddly enough I never once felt anxious or lonely'

My long anticipated solo trip to sunny Spain is now over in the blink of an eye

'I went on a solo holiday to Spain - here's why I was kicking myself a little bi...
Would I go again? Yes, in a heartbeat BUT there's definitely a few things I would do differently next time around....
Rachel Kavanagh

I have a roof over my head, and I can afford to live away from my parents, which has become a privilege in this country

'Finding accommodation in Ireland is harder than finding a good man'

Pictured: Rose of Tralee, Laois Rose Katelyn Cummins. Photo: Laois Rose Centre

OPINION: The Rose of Tralee isn't outdated - its critics are just anti-feminist

Definitely Maybe! I have no idea who Oasis are, here’s what you can do this week...

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Not all heroes wear capes - but many do seem to wear hospital scrubs! - Kilkenny...

Ryan Tubridy currently presents a daily mid-morning show of Virgin Radio UK but could he make a return to RTÉ?

OPINION: If Oasis can get back together, RTÉ can take back Ryan Tubridy

Deputy Peter 'Chap' Cleere with his daughters

Opinion: Camogie needs our passion! Former Kilkenny manager calls to reverse 'ap...

The normalisation of cosmetic procedures and the array of must-have beauty products has an easy explanation - it is very profitable for corporations to make women feel inadequate in their appearance

OPINION: Women's beauty and cosmetic treatments have gone too far

Nick Champion de Crespigny of Australia Tadhg Beirne and Dan Sheehan of British & Irish Lions during the first test matchat Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane | PICTURES: Sportsfile

Opinion: I’m a sports fan but I’m not sure this year's Lions tour is essential T...

OPINION: 'I can't afford €95 nights out anymore - no wonder pubs are closing down'

OPINION: 'I can't afford €95 nights out anymore - no wonder pubs are closing dow...

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OPINION: '16-year-olds should be able to vote in Ireland- but on one condition'

OPINION: New rule at Dublin Zoo is just another example of rip-off Ireland
The new rule at Dublin Zoo forces visitors to leave through the gift shop
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'I'm going solo travelling as a young woman - here's how I made the trip safe'

'I'm going solo travelling as a young woman - here's how I made the trip safe'

'Ireland is full'- Blaming the housing crisis on immigrants is cruel and racist

OPINION: 'Ireland is not full'- Blaming immigrants for housing crisis is cruel a...

PROPERTY: I found out what €200,000 can get me in Ireland vs other European coun...

OPINION: Dear Sky - Irish people get dodgy boxes because you're ripping them off

OPINION: Dear Sky - Irish people get dodgy boxes because you're ripping them off

OPINION: Why I'm done calling reality TV a guilty pleasure

Young Kildare woman Vicky shares her experience of living in Australia over the last ten months

EXCLUSIVE: 'The best decision I’ve made'- Young Irish girl on moving to Australi...

'A culture of hostility and intimidation' - Irish teacher unravels dangerous epidemic among boys

'A culture of hostility and intimidation' - Irish teacher unravels dangerous epi...

There have been calls for a 'sweeping reform' of the current bail laws in the wake of the Carlow shooting incident

OPINION: Those seeking overhaul of Irish bail laws should be careful what they ...

OPINION: People posting pictures of online ‘suspects’ is a dangerous road for Ireland

OPINION: People shouldn't have shared picture of man who threatened to 'slice ba...

OPINION: People posting pictures of online ‘suspects’ is a dangerous road for Ireland

OPINION: People posting pictures of online ‘suspects’ is a dangerous road for Ir...

Kilkenny celebrates the YES vote at the Kilkenny Count Centre in 2015. Picture: Pat Moore

OPINION: Multi-generational effort was needed to get marriage equality over the ...

This is why I adopted Teddy the Cavachon from Dogs Trust

OPINION: 'I fell in love' - This is why I adopted Teddy the Cavachon from Dogs T...

OPINION: News literacy critical in the age of AI and algorithms - Kilkenny Live

OPINION: 'It won't be grand' - Irish people risk these major health problems due...

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OPINION: These ancient traditions keep us grounded, even if we don’t know why we...

Make time for your friends and take up badminton - but stay away from accounting...

OPINION: Trust me, it’ll work out in the end: a letter to my 16-year-old self

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OPINION: I watched Adolescence as an Irish woman - I've an important message for...

Dos and Don'ts of interrailing Europe for travel enthusiasts this summer

OPINION: 'I went interrailing across Europe last summer- don't make these big mi...

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OPINION: I put off my cervical check but it wasn’t as bad as I thought it would ...

Kneecap has been announced as the finale for the Moonlit Movies series in Offaly.

OPINION: Fresh surge of interest in the Irish language, but can we make the most...

OPINION: People in Ireland are forced to get dodgy boxes - the reason is obvious

OPINION: People in Ireland are forced to get dodgy boxes - the reason is obvious

OPINION: I'm sick meeting young lads driving tractors in Offaly - where are the gardaí?

OPINION: Young lads taking tractors for 'a spin' will end in tears - where are g...

The new, revamped Lacken Boardwalk in Kilkenny. Picture: Trevor Spillane

Down by the boardwalk! Kilkenny's old courting spot has never looked better

OPINION: I have an air to water house in Offaly - here's why I wish I had a fire

OPINION: 'I bought an air to water house but here's why I wish it had a fire'

Our dreams were shattered the day he didn’t make it home, because when Joe was innocently waiting at a bus stop after work, he was struck and killed by a ‘driver’ who had been banned from the roads

OPINION: For a long time, I wish I died with Joe but he taught me one of life's ...

How many votes will an Offaly candidate need to be elected to Dail Eireann?

OPINION: There is a staggering gender gap in the Dáil but here's why quotas will...

OPINION: 'I gave up buying fast fashion online after making a shocking discovery'

OPINION: 'I gave up buying fast fashion online after making a shocking discovery...

OPINION: Should Ireland take the plunge and ban outdoor smoking following Milan'...

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Opinion: Will Ireland follow New Zealand’s lead and ban greyhound racing?

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