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‘Extremely disturbing’ – Kilkenny TD criticises local rival for walk out on Special Criminal Court vote

By Kilkenny Now 30th June 2021 0

A Kilkenny TD has hit out at a constituency rival after her party walked out of the Dáil during a vote on the powers of the Special Criminal Court. Local Fine Gael TD John Paul Phelan described the actions of Sinn Féin deputies, including Carlow-Kilkenny TD Kathleen Funchion, as “extremely disturbing”. Deputy Phelan accused the […]

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REST IN PEACE: Kilkenny Death Notices

By Kilkenny Now 30th June 2021 0

William ARMSTRONG Rioch Street, Kilkenny City Armstrong, William (16 Rioch Street, Kilkenny) 28th June 2021, peacefully at St. Luke’s Hospital, after a short illness. William will be sadly missed by his loving husband Tom Kavanagh, sister Pauline (Southampton, UK) and her husband Philip, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and his and Tom’s many good

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Major new plans to upgrade and develop Kilkenny Castle

By Kilkenny Now 30th June 2021 0

Major new plans to develop and upgrade access to Kilkenny Castle, making it easier for everyone to visit, explore the castle and grounds, and display new discoveries, have been unveiled. The Commissioners of Public Works in Ireland, the body that manages Kilkenny Castle has made a comprehensive application which would see alterations to the building […]

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Huge boost as Kilkenny is designated a World Craft City

By Kilkenny Now 30th June 2021 0

A significant international honour has just been bestowed upon Kilkenny, which will push the city and county to the forefront of the crafts and design industry globally. Kilkenny has just been designated a World Crafts Council Craft City and Region, one of only four regions to achieve this recognition in Europe. This prestigious internationally recognised […]

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Heat is on: Kilkenny’s 135-year-old national record sweating it as temperatures soar

By Kilkenny Now 30th June 2021 0

A long-standing national record set in Kilkenny more than 130 years ago is under threat of being broken. The Irish temperature record of 33.3°C set in Kilkenny way back in 1887 is the target of punters who feel this year Ireland could feel serious heat. Met Éireann has predicted Ireland will see its hottest days […]

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Kilkenny walking tour named country’s best staycation experience

By Kilkenny Now 30th June 2021 0

A walking tour of Kilkenny city has been voted the top staycation experience in Ireland by followers of the world’s largest travel website. With people seemingly resigned or excited by the fact we will be staycationing for the second year in a row, Tripadviser – the world’s leading travel guide, has been told by its […]

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Burglars bungle daylight break-in via garage of home in Kilkenny town

By Kilkenny Now 29th June 2021 0

Burglars attempted to break into the garage of a home in county Kilkenny. The incident occurred at a house in Raheendore in Graiguenamanagh sometime between 9.30am and 2.30pm last Friday. The homeowner returned to discover a series of marks on the garage doors. However, the burglars did not gain entry to the property and nothing […]

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LATEST: 351 new cases of virus confirmed

By Kilkenny Now 29th June 2021 0

A further 351 new cases of Covid-19 were confirmed this evening, an increase of 46 on yesterday’s figures. The Department of Health reported 46 people are being treated for the virus in hospitals, three less than yesterday’s total. 16 people are now being treated in Intensive Care Units, the same as yesterday’s figure. However, the […]

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SPONSORED: KATHLEEN FUNCHION: Now is the time to rebuild a more equal, inclusive and resilient society for all

By Kilkenny Now 29th June 2021 Post a comment

From medical staff on the frontline to the mothers of vulnerable children struggling to care for them at home, every aspect of women’s lives has been impacted by the lockdown. But writing in KilkennyNow.ie, Carlow-Kilkenny TD Kathleen Funchion says much more needs to be done to address inequality in our society as we emerge from […]

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REST IN PEACE: Kilkenny Death Notices

By Kilkenny Now 29th June 2021 0

Oliver (Ollie) DEEGAN Late of Castle Gardens, Kilkenny City Oliver (Ollie) Deegan, late of Castle Gardens, Kilkenny. June 27th 2021 (peacefully) surrounded by his loving family in California, U.S.A. He will be deeply missed by his wife Sue, his children John, Roisín, Molly and Joe and their families as well as his surviving siblings, Matt, […]