TRAFFIC: Beware of black ice and sun glare on Kildare roads
Motorists in Co Kildare are being warned of icy road conditions this morning as temperatures remain close to freezing. AA Roadwatch has warned of black ice on the R445 around Monasterevin which can...
View ArticleOver 1,000 'lonely, frightened or upset' kids called Childline on Christmas Day
Volunteers with Childline, Ireland’s 24-hour listening service for children and young people, answered 1,020 calls from children and young people across the country on Christmas Day. Childline offers...
View ArticleGardai appeal on 15-year-old missing for almost one month
Gardaí have renewed their appeal about 15-year-old Ned Cash Connors who is missing from Sandyford, Dublin 18. Ned was last seen on the 29th November, 2017 boarding an inbound Luas at Kilmacud Luas...
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Fresh wreath left at memorial to motorist on Kildare road
A wreath has been placed at the scene of a memorial between Naas and Newbridge to a motorist who lost his life almost five years ago. Keith McMahon (27), from Crettyard in Co Laois died in January...
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Incredible story behind 50-1 winner in first race at Leopardstown today
There were emotional scenes after the first race at Leopardstown on Day 1 of the Christmas Festival following a surprise win by a 50-1 shot. Ellie Mac won the Horse & Jockey Hotel Maiden Hurdle...
View ArticleWarning over post-Christmas burglaries with many valuables lying in homes
Householders should be mindful that many burglars occur in the days after Christmas when families are visiting relatives or shopping in the sales Burglars also know that they can get their hands on...
View ArticleBicycles stolen from outside home in Newbridge
Two bicycles were taken from outside a home in Newbridge. The incident happened in the College Orchard area on Saturday, December 23. Newbridge Gardai are investigating and have appealed for...
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Orla with 'shiny new lungs' thanks public for support
Cystic Fibrosis Campaigner Orla Tinsley has thanked the public for their support, in her first comments since her double-lung transplant. The 30-year-old Newbridge native underwent surgery last week....
View ArticleTemperatures plunge to -2 degrees tonight
It will be cold tonight with mix of clear spells and scattered wintry showers. Some snow will fall on high ground. Lowest temperatures will reach -2 degrees with a wind chill. Frost also form in many...
View ArticleBody of woman found in flat in Dublin
Gardaí are investigating the circumstances following the discovery of a woman's body in Rathmines, Co Dublin. The body of the woman, who was in her 40s, was found at about 12.30pm this afternoon at a...
View ArticlePHOTO GALLERY: Christmas party night at the Kildare House Hotel
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View ArticlePHOTO GALLERY: Christmas Day dinners served by Judge Roy Beans in conjunction...
The staff of Judge Roy Beans offered their time to cook and serve Christmas dinners on Christmas Day along with the many volunteers. The initiative was held in conjunction with the Dining Room,...
View ArticleFrosty morning with temps to stay under 6 degrees for the day
Temperatures fell to between minus 2 and plus 2 degrees Celsius last night which has led to frost and ice on untreated roads and footpaths this morning. The rest of today will be cold, bright and...
View ArticleObituaries for Wednesday, December 27
The death has occurred of Patrick WALSH of O'Higgin's Terrace, The Curragh, Kildare WALSH Patrick (O'Higgin's Terrace, The Curragh Camp, Co Kildare) - 25th December 2017. Sadly missed by his brothers...
View ArticleNow is a good time to clean your chimney - Kildare Fire Service
The Kildare Fire Service has warned householders about winter fire hazards in the home. The fire officers also cautioned that chimneys should be cleaned regularly - especially at this time of year - to...
View ArticleBord na Mona cutting 50% of peat-based jobs in next 12 years
Bord na Mona (BNM) expects to reduce its peat-related employment by up to 50% over the next 12 years, acting managing director Michael Barry has warned. The semi-state company, which remains fully...
View ArticleKildare racegoers getting ready to ring in the New Year at Punchestown
Racing at Punchestown on New Year's Eve is a traditional favourite with locals and visitors. Start your New Year's countdown with a great day of racing. Festive mulled win and mince pies will be...
View ArticleKildare horse trainers object to potential 'noise' from large solar farm on...
The Irish Racehorse Trainers’ Association (IRTA), as well as the Irish Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association, are among a number of parties which have lodged an appeal with An Bord Pleanála against a...
View ArticleChristmas presents worth €400 taken from home on Christmas Eve
Naas Gardaí are investigating a Christmas Eve burglary during which gifts were taken. The householder in Dunlavin was absent from the property between midday and 3.50pm. He returned to find a flower...
View ArticleOne-bed apartment for €525 a month in south Kildare
A one-bedroom apartment is available for rent in south Kildare for €525 a month. The furnished property is located in Mullaghmast, Ballitore. The apartment is available for occupancy from Monday,...
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