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By Kilkenny Now 16th March 2020 0

Níl aon tinteán mar do thinteán féin. It is perhaps the best-known of all Irish sayings and that is hardly surprising – the fireplace has been a focal-point of the home for  generations and everyone loves the comfort and warmth provided by a traditional fire. But there is a downside. Open fires and chimneys are major […]

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Kilkenny legend Aidan has ‘night of his dreams’ in dramatic Dancing With The Stars finale

By Kilkenny Now 16th March 2020 0

He didn’t bring the coveted Glitterball back to Kilkenny, but hurling legend Aidan ‘Taggy’ Fogarty still did his county proud as he bowed out of Dancing With The Stars with a barnstorming performance on the hastily-arranged finale of the hit RTÉ show. Earlier yesterday the national broadcaster made the surprise announcement that “due to recommended

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KILKENNY WEATHER: Cold days ahead, but ray of hope on the horizon

By Kilkenny Now 16th March 2020 0

Spring hasn’t exactly sprung yet, but there is – finally – a ray of hope on the horizon for Kilkenny weather watchers. This week will be unsettled at first, but the rain will clear over the coming days as we enjoy some rare bright and sunny spells, although it will be very cold at times, […]

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COVID-19: Kilkenny’s 7,347 asthma sufferers urged to be extra vigilant

By Kilkenny Now 15th March 2020 Post a comment

Kilkenny’s 7,347 asthma sufferers have been urged to be extra vigilant in their asthma management and follow the advice set out by the HSE, amidst growing coronavirus concerns. “We have been inundated with calls from individuals with asthma and COPD who are extremely worried about how coronavirus will affect them if they get it and […]

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COVID-19 LATEST: All pubs asked to shut from tonight as 40 more cases of Coronavirus confirmed

By Kilkenny Now 15th March 2020 0

All pubs have been asked to shut down from tonight as 40 more cases of Covid-19 were confirmed in Ireland. The latest cases confirmed by the Department of Health brings to 169 the total number of affected patients in the Republic so far. All pubs, including hotel bars, have been asked to close until at […]

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‘Putting people’s lives at risk’ – anger amid reports of student ‘virus parties’

By Kilkenny Now 15th March 2020 0

Widspread anger has been expressed online following reports that students in Waterford, Cork, Dublin, Galway and Limerick staged ‘virus’ parties in defiance of emergency measures to combat the spread of the coronavirus. Earlier, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar confirmed the Government may seek enforcement powers to ensure that the ban on no indoor mass gatherings of more […]

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REST IN PEACE: Kilkenny Death Notices

By Kilkenny Now 15th March 2020 0

Robert (Bobby) CAMPBELL  Cloneen, Crettyard Campbell, Cloneen Crettyard 14/03/2020 at in the loving care of the matron and staff of Castlecomer District Hospital. Bobby, deeply regretted by his brother James, sisters Kathleen & Mary, brother-in-law Eamonn, nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, great-grand-nieces, great-grand- newphews, relatives, neighbours and

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COVID-19: Kilkenny residents asked to contact An Garda Siochana by telephone or email rather than going to stations

By Kilkenny Now 15th March 2020 0

An Garda Siochana are asking residents of Kilkenny to be mindful of the policy of  ‘social isolation’ when dealing with members of the force during the ‘Delay’ phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. While all stations will remain open, Gardai are asking members of the public to consider using either the telephone or internet to contact […]

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Government to seek powers to ban mass gatherings in pubs and clubs

By Kilkenny Now 15th March 2020 0

The Taoiseach has said the Government may seek enforcement powers to ensure that the ban on no indoor mass gatherings of more than 100 people applies to pubs and clubs. In a tweet this morning, the Taosieach said: “No indoor mass gatherings of more than 100 people applies to pubs & clubs. Have asked NPHET […]

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KCLR to broadcast mass celebrated by Bishop Dermot Farrell at 9.30am

By Kilkenny Now 15th March 2020 0

Kilkenny radio station KCLR is to broadcast mass to the county’s faithful at 9am this morning. The sermon will be celebrated by Bishop of Ossory, Dermot Farrell. Although masses throughout the diocese will not be cancelled they will instead take place without the congregation physically present. “Conscious that so many people are asking about how […]