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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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Cheers! How Kilkenny distillery is helping to combat spread of Covid-19

By Kilkenny Now 24th March 2020 0

A Kilkenny distillery has redirected its resources to join the fight to halt the spread of the coronavirus. Highbank Orchards is now producing hand sanitisers after they came in short supply since the Covid-19 outbreak here. The company said on social media: “Last week we never would have thought we would be making this and […]

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COVID-19 LATEST: Two more deaths as 219 new cases of Coronavirus are confirmed

By Kilkenny Now 23rd March 2020 0

Two more people have died from the coronavirus as 219 new cases of Covid-19 were confirmed this evening. The Department of Health confirmed the latest and fatalities at its daily briefing to media. It brings the total number of deaths in Ireland to six, and the total number of Covid-19 cases in the Republic to […]

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Stout defence: Kilkenny bar staff and elderly affected by Covid-19 to benefit from €1.5m Guinness fund

By Kilkenny Now 23rd March 2020 0

Kilkenny bar staff and vulnerable elderly people affected by the Covid-19 crisis are to benefit from a €1.5 million fund set-up by Guinness. The fund will see €1.2 million go to support those working in the pub trade while another €300,000 is to be  given to elderly vulnerable people through a partnership with ALONE. “We […]

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Food for thought: Kilkenny restaurants can sign up to Just Eat for free as it launches €1m fund to support food industry

By Kilkenny Now 23rd March 2020 Post a comment

Kilkenny restaurants who have been forced to close or who are only offering delivery services to customers can avail of €1m worth of supports from Just Eat. The home delivery service firm announced the package of measures which will be available for the next 30 days, including reduced commissions for independent restaurants already on the Just […]

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COVID-19 LATEST: Fourth person dies as 121 new cases are confirmed

By Kilkenny Now 22nd March 2020 17

A fourth person has died from the coronavirus as 121 new cases of Covid-19 were confirmed this evening. The Department of Health confirmed the latest fatality and coronavirus cases shortly after 6pm. It brings to 906 the total number of Covid-19 cases in the country. Meanwhile, a second patient with Covid-19 has died in Northern […]

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Kilkenny Council to reduce rent for tenants who lost jobs due to Covid-19 crisis

By Kilkenny Now 22nd March 2020 Post a comment

People paying rent to Kilkenny County Council who may have lost their jobs due to the coronavirus crisis are being told not to worry as the local authority will look at redcuing their payments to adapt to the current circumstances. In just the last week, more than 150,000 Irish workers have lost their jobs and […]

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COVID-19 UPDATE: 102 new cases confirmed as number of tests passes the 10,000 mark

By Kilkenny Now 21st March 2020 0

More than 10,000 Covid-19 tests have been conducted in the Republic of Ireland while the number of people who have contracted the virus has reached 785, the Department of Health said this evening. A further 102 new cases of coronavirus were confirmed in the last 24 hours. Chief clinical officer Dr Colm Henry said that […]

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‘We must act now to save local radio stations’ – KCLR boss calls for urgent action

By Kilkenny Now 21st March 2020 0

The chief executive of KCLR has called on the Government to act now to support local radio stations in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic or the industry faces losing hundreds of jobs. John Purcell, who is also the chairman of the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland group, said Government support was “urgently” needed to keep […]

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COVID-19: Expert tips to help Kilkenny businesses survive coronavirus crisis

By Kilkenny Now 21st March 2020 0

By DAVID LEYDON Conserving cash is now a critical priority for many businesses. The coronavirus crisis is having a devastating impact on society and also across the economy. Leadership teams need to make decisions and act decisively. Firstly, acting now to slow down the spread of Covid-19 is the responsibility of every business. Protecting your […]