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Sporting legends line out for special event in aid of Kilkenny boy-wonder

By Kilkenny Now 20th June 2019 0

KILKENNY Rose Clodagh Cassin is hosting a fundraising night for one of our most special little boys. Brave six-year old Michael Butler and the campaign Michael’s Wonder Journey will benefit from ‘Happy Friday’ night arranged by Clodagh Cassin. Michael, from Talbotsgate, was diagnosed with Paediatric Neurotransmitter Disorder when he was just one year old. But […]

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A great track record – Kilkenny company Connolly’s Red Mills to sponsor Irish Laurels until 2021

By Kilkenny Now 20th June 2019 0

By SINÉAD CONNOLLY LEADING Kilkenny company Connolly’s Red Mills have been confirmed as sponsors of the Irish Laurels for a three-year period. The Irish Greyhound Board announced that the fifth generation Goresbridge family business will assume sponsorship of the event until at least 2021. Connolly’s Red Mills previously sponsored the event, which was held in […]

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Sláinte! Kilkenny is craft beer capital of Ireland this weekend

By Kilkenny Now 20th June 2019 Post a comment

By SINÉAD CONNOLLY GREAT beer, tasty food and sunny skies are the order of the weekend as Brewfest returns to Kilkenny. Following last year’s success, Brewfest returns to Sullivan’s Taproom on John Street this Friday and Saturday, offering the finest Irish and international beers, along with DJs and wood-fired pizzas. Brewfest is the festival celebrating […]

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Government considers new laws to block kids’ access to porn in wake of Ana Kriegel murder trial

By Kilkenny Now 20th June 2019 0

THE Government is considering introducing new laws to restrict access to pornography in the wake of the Ana Kriegel murder trial. Two 14-year-old boys were convicted of the schoolgirl’s murder this week and the case and trail has promoted calls for tougher legislation to prevent minors from accessing pornography. In the UK, pornographic material will […]

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Four Kilkenny communities nominated for All-Ireland ‘Pride of Place’ awards

By Kilkenny Now 20th June 2019 0

By COLIN BARTLEY KILKENNY has been chosen to host one of Ireland’s most important community awards this year, and the county will be well represented with no fewer than four nominees. The 17th Annual All-Ireland Pride of Place Gala Awards Ceremony will take place in Kilkenny on Saturday, November 30, Tthe four groups from the […]

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Kilkenny councillor dusts off the guitar to join talented line-up for free fundraiser tonight

By Kilkenny Now 20th June 2019 0

THE Set Theatre in Langton’s House Hotel will play host to a special free fundraising gig tonight to raise much-needed funds for local man John Holmes (pictured above). So far more than €50,000 has been raised locally as part of the John Needs Pembro campaign, which has enabled Mr Holmes to have 10 life-changing injections […]

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Kilkenny to defend ‘Foodie’ crown on home turf this year

By Kilkenny Now 20th June 2019 0

By COLIN BARTLEY KILKENNY is looking to retain its crown as Ireland’s best foodie destination – and all challengers are welcome! Foodie Destinations 2019 was launched here in Kilkenny – the city of the reigning champions – this week and organisers are urging local food makers and providers across the country to get involved to […]

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TERROR ALERT: Warning to Kilkenny holidaymakers jetting to Spain this summer

By Kilkenny Now 20th June 2019 0

By COLIN BARTLEY KILKENNY sun lovers and families planning to holiday in Spain this Summer have been warned of a severe terrorist threat. The Spanish authorities have confirmed they are deploying an extra 40,000 police onto the streets of popular summer destinations across the country to deter potential attacks from the terror group ISIS. The […]

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Crime gangs target Kilkenny vehicles, stolen license plates used on ‘getaway’ cars

By Kilkenny Now 19th June 2019 0

VEHICLES in Kilkenny are being targeted by crime gangs who are stealing license plates for their own criminal activity. It is feared the register plates may be used in getaway vehicles used by burglar gangs to help them evade detection. In the latest incident, the license plates were stolen from a silver Peugeot car in […]

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Strike action at St Luke’s Hospital called off to allow for ’emergency talks’

By Kilkenny Now 19th June 2019 0

By COLIN BARTLEY THE planned strike at St Luke’s General Hospital tomorrow morning was dramatically called off tonight. The action, which would have severely curtailed local hospital services, was deferred to allow for emergency talks following an 11th-hour breakthrough in negotiations. More than 150 staff support workers, including porters, cleaners, healthcare