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Kilkenny parents warned after reports emerge of teenagers coughing on elderly people in TikTok challenge

By Kilkenny Now 25th March 2020 0

Young people in Kilkenny who cough or spit at elderly people as part of the so-called TikTok Covid-19 challenge are breaking the law, a TD has warned. Parents also need to ensure their children behave themselves at all times, Fianna Fáil’s James Lawless has said, after unconfirmed reports emerged in recent days that two teenagers […]

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Government introduces sweeping new restrictions in fresh wave of Covid-19 business closures

By Kilkenny Now 24th March 2020 0

The Government is to introduce sweeping new closures of certain businesses in a fresh wave of Covid-19 restrictions, the Taoiseach announced this afternoon. These include gyms, hairdressers and restaurants who are not offering takeaway or delivery services. Schools will also remain closed while all non-essential travel will also be restricted and  you will only be […]

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SPONSORED: Grogan & Brown Artisan Butchers – Kilkenny’s finest foods at the click of a button

By Kilkenny Now 22nd March 2020 0

An innovative digital service launched by Kilkenny’s award-winning Grogan & Brown Artisan Butchers is proving to be a huge hit with customers who appreciate great food, but also lead very busy lives during the week. Grogan & Brown Artisan Butchers pioneered their ‘Click and Collect’ service over the past year, and in recent months they’ve […]

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Kilkenny man charged in connection with murder of man found dead in caravan

By Kilkenny Now 12th March 2020 0

A 33-year-old man appeared in court today charged in connection with the murder of a man in Castlecomer in 2006. Martin Kelly, of Church Avenue, Castlecomer, made a brief appearance before Carlow District Court charged with the murder of Gerry Nolan (44). Mr Nolan died at his caravan at Deerpark, Castlecomer, on July 24, 2006. […]

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Man to appear in court over county Kilkenny murder

By Kilkenny Now 12th March 2020 0

A man will appear in court this morning charged in connection with the murder of a man in county Kilkenny 14 years ago. The Garda Press Office confirmed the man, who is in his 30s, will appear before Carlow District Court on charges related to the murder of Gerry Nolan on 24th July 2006. Mr […]

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Aldi unveils plans to open new store in county Kilkenny

By Kilkenny Now 27th February 2020 0

German supermarket giant Aldi has confirmed it is to open a new store in Castlecomer as part of a massive €160 million investment in its Irish store network. The new supermarket is expected to open in 2022. The store will be located on the site of the town’s former Creamery in the centre of Castlecomer. […]

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Historic Kilkenny hotel given green light for new accommodation plans

By Kilkenny Now 23rd February 2020 0

A popular county Kilkenny hotel has been given the green light to expand its accommodation offering. Kilkenny County Council has granted planning permission to the Avalon House Hotel in Castelcomer to transform an existing “out office building” adjacant to the hotel into a two-bedroom cottage for short term use. Avalon House and the building on […]

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Kilkenny Council to distribute sandbags in preparation for flooding as 14 days of wet weather forecast

By Kilkenny Now 20th February 2020 Post a comment

Sandbags are to be given out to Kilkenny residents following a warning from the council to prepare for flooding. People all across the county are being urged to prepare for the worst following advice from Met Éireann that we can expect heavy rain and possible snow which could continue for the next two weeks. Kilkenny […]

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Breakfast of Champions: Two Kilkenny eateries named Ireland’s best

By Kilkenny Now 17th February 2020 0

If you want to start your day in the right way, well it appears you best come to Kilkenny to fill up on the most important meal of the day. Two local establishments have walked away with the top prize in their category at the Georgina Campbell Irish Breakfast Awards announced today. Áran Bakery in […]

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Schools close and driving conditions deteriorate badly as heavy snows hit Kilkenny

By Kilkenny Now 10th February 2020 0

Driving conditions around Kilkenny are deteriorating rapidly and emergency services are urging people to drive with caution as snow continues to fall. Heavy snow falls this morning around Urlingford have led to an appeal to drive with care on the M8 Motorway and especially at the exits at Junction 4 where a number of cars […]