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LATEST: 518 new cases of virus confirmed, Kilkenny and whole country to go under Level 3 lockdown – reports

By Kilkenny Now 5th October 2020 Post a comment

There has been no further coronavirus related deaths but 518 new cases of Covid-19 were confirmed this evening. The overall death toll as a result of the virus currently stands at 1,810 . There are now 38,549 confirmed cases of Covid-19 across the country, according to the latest daily briefing from the National Public Health […]

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Traffic chaos in Kilkenny: Busy roundabout and another road closed after vehicles overturn, diversions in place

By Kilkenny Now 5th October 2020 0

Traffic diversions are in place in separate parts of county Kilkenny after two road accidents this evening. The AA has confirmed the Grannagh Junction Roundabout just outside Waterford city is currently closed as gardaí deal with an overturned vehicle. Diversions are in place, but motorists are urged to avoid the area if possible. Meanwhile, the […]

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Lend a Laptop scheme for Kilkenny students at WIT

By Kilkenny Now 5th October 2020 0

Kilkenny students attending Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT) can take part in a laptop loan scheme. WIT has received €522,000 from a €15m fund allocated by Higher Education Minister Simon Harris “to ensure equality of access to education”. The institute will have a limited number of laptop units available to lend to eligible students whether […]

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All GAA club matches suspended with immediate effect

By Kilkenny Now 5th October 2020 0

  The GAA’s Management Committee has today taken the decision to suspend all GAA Club games ​at all levels with immediate effect ​and until further notice. In a letter sent to all the GAA clubs around the county and a statement released on the GAA website, the organisation said the decision has been taken to […]

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REST IN PEACE: Kilkenny Death Notices

By Kilkenny Now 5th October 2020 0

Joe CHALLONER  Peggys Loaning, Banbridge, Down/Thomastown, Kilkenny Challoner (Banbridge & formerly Thomastown, Kilkenny), died 3rd October 2020 peacefully at his home. Joe R.I.P. Late of 160 Peggys Loaning. Loving partner of Sharon and much loved father of Sabrina, Conner, Rachael and Aoife, brother of Michael and Francie and the late Johnny. Sacred Heart of Jesus

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Thousands affected by power cuts across Kilkenny city and county

By Kilkenny Now 5th October 2020 Post a comment

Thosuands of people in Kilkenny are without power this morning after a number of faults were discovered in the network earlier today. Some 1,378 ESB households and businesses served by the MacDonagh Junction station in the city have been without power since early this morning. ESB Networks are currently working on the problem and expect […]

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ALERT: Gardai on how Kilkenny people can stay safe from cyber attacks

By Kilkenny Now 5th October 2020 0

Gardai in Kilkenny are reminding people and businesses to be aware of the ongoing threat of cyber attacks and have highlighted steps you can take to ensure your online space is safe. As part of European Cyber Security Month, which launched this week, Kilkenny gardai in partnership with the Garda National Cyber Crime Bureau (GNCCB), […]

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GAA ROUND-UP: All your latest local results and league tables

By Kilkenny Now 5th October 2020 0

J.J. Kavanagh and Sons Junior Hurling Championship Sat, 03 Oct, Conahy Shamrocks 3-14 Dicksboro 0-19, Venue: UPMC Nowlan Park, (Final) J.J. Kavanagh and Sons Senior Football Championship Sat, 03 Oct, Clara 3-11 Tullogher Rosbercon 0-8, Venue: Tullogher, (Quarter Final) J.J. Kavanagh and Sons Senior Football Relegation Final Sat, 03 Oct, Danesfort 1-9 O’Loughlin Gaels

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Level 5 lockdown looms for Kilkenny and entire country

By Kilkenny Now 5th October 2020 0

Kilkenny and the rest of the country may come under a Level 5 lockdown after health experts recommended the stark measure after a surge in Covid-19 cases nationwide. The National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) is seeking a maximum lockdown nationwide for the next four weeks after a weekend in which almost 1,000 new infections […]

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WEATHER FORECAST: Wet and windy week ahead for Kilkenny as Storm Alex passes

By Kilkenny Now 5th October 2020 0

Kilkenny is braced for a wet and windy week ahead as parts of the country were battered by the tail end of Storm Alex. Ireland was hit by rain and gusts of up to 100km/h last night as Met Éireann weather warnings were extended until this morning. The national forecaster said bright spells will emerge […]