Experts say people gain a pound over the Christmas festivities
A healthy diet and lifestyle can really take a hammering over Christmas. No one wants to spoil the fun, but it’s worth arming yourself with a few facts on how to beat the bulge, says SafeFood Ireland....
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10 Tips to Avoid Food Poisoning from your Turkey this Christmas with Kildare...
Did you know that food poisoning incidents increase every December in Ireland? Many incidences of food poisoning are preventable. Orlagh Deegan, Licenced Food Safety Trainer (NHP, EHAI, FSPA) at...
View ArticleNaas Court sees man get 5 months jail and 4 years driving ban on Christmas week
A midlands man has been sentenced to five months in custody at Naas District Court. The 40 year-old-man with an address in Portlaoise, appeared before Naas District Court, earlier this week. He faced...
View ArticleFears families in Co Kildare could be sleeping rough this Christmas
A homeless Co Kildare family have been forced to stay in a hotel in Co Laois despite their children attending school at The Curragh. Fianna Fáil TD for Kildare South, Fiona O’Loughlin is now calling on...
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Spacious home in Leixlip with sunroom and office/workshop on the market for...
By Kim O'Leary This gorgeous property in Leixlip is perfect for those seeking extra space and a quiet, tranquil space to come home to with an asking price of €490,000. DNG Doyle is delighted to present...
View ArticleA Very Happy Christmas to all our readers from KildareNow
Have a great Christmas Day with family and friends. Thanks for all your loyal support during 2017. - KildareNow team If you have a story or want to send photos or videos to us please contact the...
View ArticleAppeal over trailer stolen from near Curragh Racecourse
An appeal has been made for a trailer stolen from near the Curragh Racecourse on Friday evening, December 22. The Ifor Williams measured 10ft x 5ft 10in with wheels on the outside, similar to the one...
View ArticleGarda appeal for burglar with 'spotty complexion'
The Gardaí at Kilkenny Garda Station are investigating a burglary that occurred on Thursday 23rd March, 2017 at between 1pm and 2pm on the Outrath Road. An EVOFIT image was compiled of the suspect who...
View ArticleGet out and about today for a festive GOAL Mile
People right across Kildare have been urged to get out and take part in one of 12 GOAL Miles taking place across the county this Christmas Day. The Miles will once again offer people an opportunity to...
View ArticleChristmas message to Kildare people from Concern NGO
In a Christmas message, Concern Worldwide CEO Dominic MacSorley reminds us of the humble origins of the charity and also reviews the NGO has carried out in 2017: "In the run up to Christmas 50 years...
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Entertaining Athy Toastmasters meeting - with Santa visit!
Athy Toastmasters finished up their 2017 year with an extra Christmas present on the agenda. Santa gave a spectacular surprise visit and told a tale he called ‘Goodnight Dear’. This is a personal...
View ArticleGardai warn about poor driving conditions on Christmas Day
Gardai have wished people a safe and enjoyable Christmas Day. However they warned that rain in many places will hamper driving conditions. A spokesperson said: "Reduce speed, increase braking...
View ArticleAppeal over sex assault on female jogger in Carlow town
Gardaí at Carlow Garda Station are investigating an alleged sexual assault incident that occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, November 22 last. The injured party was out jogging at Monacurragh,...
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600 Defence Forces members serving overseas for Christmas
The Defence Forces currently has 600 military personnel serving in 13 different countries around the world. In 2017, over 1,400 Defence Forces personnel rotated through 13 counties and one sea on a...
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Kildare firefighters donate Christmas toys to needy children
Every year, Kildare Fire Service firefighters from the Athy station visit the other five stations in the county and raise funds from other firefighters in order to buy toys and donate them to Kfm...
View ArticleCharity thanks Kildare people for support during 2017
International charity Christian Aid has thanked Kildare people for their donations throughout the year. Chief Executive Rosamond Bennett said: "As we approach a new year, I would like to take this...
View ArticleNew well-being course for men to start in Athy after Christmas
By Kim O'Leary A new 12 week course which aims to improve the mental health and well-being of men in Athy is set to start after Christmas, with men of all ages being encouraged to attend. Mini Mojo is...
View ArticleSallins GAA holding charity match tomorrow
Sallins GAA is holding a St Stephen's Day match at 10.45am tomorrow to raise funds for Sallins Tidy Towns. St Brigid's Terrace and Hillview, coached by Murt Walsh will play The Rest of the Village,...
View ArticleBargain hunters to set tills ringing in post Christmas sales
Kildare shoppers are set to go on a spending spree today as the festive sales will see cash tills ringing across the county. Consumers will be eager to use gift vouchers received as Christmas presents...
View ArticleKildare people heading to Leopardstown for fluttter and hot toddy
Thousands of Kildare people will be heading to Leopardstown in the winter sunshine today for a festive flutter and a hot toddy. The four-day Christmas Festival has thrilling action on the track as well...
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