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22 Oct 2025

John Street Kilkenny reopens for business

Tradesmen busy at work securing the building damaged by fire

John Street, Kilkenny is open for business. There is full pedestrian access this morning and by this evening it is expected that vehicles will be allowed back on to the street,

All restaurants, public houses and shops on John Street are open for business.
 
Work on the interior of Dr Mitchell's House in the bottom of the street, which  was completely destroyed by fire on Wednesday morning, continues and supports are being put in place to support the walls.

 Click here to read more coverage of the devastating fire and see videos of the dramatic day.

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