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€3m boost to put Kilkenny walking and cycling trails on right track

By Kilkenny Now 25th January 2022 0

Kilkenny has been allocated €3 million in Government funding to improve local walking and cycling tracks. It is part of the Coalition’s €239 million spending on walking and cycling infrastructure in urban areas for 2022 announced by Transport Minister Eamon Ryan this week. Some of the funding is for planning and design of new projects, […]

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Minister’s cock-a-hoop about fantastic new county Kilkenny community park

By Kilkenny Now 11th August 2021 0

Residents in a county Kilkenny town and the local authority came together to create a fantastic new recreational space for the whole community to enjoy. Justice Minister Heather Humphreys visited Thomastown recently to officially open the Thomastown Recreational/Park Amenity. The outdoor multipurpose amenity is located near the centre of the town and has been a […]

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‘The city became his canvas’ – legendary Kilkenny artist honoured

By Kilkenny Now 2nd August 2021 0

The Home Rule Club in Kilkenny has paid a moving tribute to a legendary local artist whose works were visible throughout the city. As part of its Founder’s Day, the club celebrated the talent of Brendan Lawless’ (1958-2013). His hand painted sign which hung on the club’s facade is now displayed indoors. Heritage Minister and […]

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Welcome to Kilkenny: Army of trained volunteers on hand to guide visitors to city

By Kilkenny Now 11th July 2021 0

A team of trained volunteers have been unleased on the streets of Kilkenny to give a very special cead milé failte to visitors to the Marble City. The Kilkenny Welcome Team are a group of over 21 trained volunteers who will meet and greet visitors to the city, providing a warm welcome along with visitor […]

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‘Cultural jewel’ – Historic county Kilkenny tea room reopens

By Kilkenny Now 6th July 2021 0

The Tea Room conservatory at Woodstock Gardens and Arboretum has reopened to the public. The beautiful team room was officially opened by the Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council, Cllr Fidelis Doherty. last Friday. The Woodstock Tea Room had been closed to the public since 2018. Since then, the Parks Department of Kilkenny County Council took […]