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Thief steals wallet after smashing in window of car parked in Kilkenny town

By Kilkenny Now 22nd March 2022 0

A thief smashed in the front passenger window of a car parked in a Kilkenny town before stealing a wallet from the vehicle. The theft occurred in Castlecomer sometime between 5pm and 10pm last Thursday, St Patrick’s Day. Gardai have asked witnesses or anyone with information to contact Castlecomer Garda Station.

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LATEST: Over 23,000 new cases of virus as expert warns new variant ‘the most infectious’

By Kilkenny Now 22nd March 2022 0

A total of 23,702 new cases of Covid-19 were confimed this evening. The Department of Health announced it has been notified of 7,729 PCR-confirmed cases of Covid-19, as well as 15,973 positive antigen tests logged through the HSE portal. As of 8am today, 1,338 Covid-19 patients were in hospital, an increase of 30 on yesterday. […]

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REST IN PEACE: Kilkenny Death Notices

By Kilkenny Now 22nd March 2022 0

Eileen (Eily) HABERLIN (née Costello) Dunkitt, Kilmacow Eileen passed away peacefully on Sunday at University Hospital Waterford surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her loving husband Michael (Mixie) and son Michael Junior. Sadly missed by her loving daughters Teresa, Breda and Valerie, son Dermot, daughter-in-law Marie, sons-in-law Pat and Brian, grandchildren

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‘A national emergency’ – INMO warning as 38 patients on tolleys at Kilkenny hospital

By Kilkenny Now 22nd March 2022 0

The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation has called for “a national emergency” to be declared as it confirmed the highest numbers of patients on trolleys since the beginning of the pandemic. A total of 660 patients are without a bed in Irish hospitals today – including 38 at Kilkenny’s main hospital. INMO General Secretary Phil […]

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Despite Kilkenny’s win over Waterford, Déise are favourites to capture league title

By Kilkenny Now 22nd March 2022 0

Despite claiming claimed top spot in Division 1B with a 2-21 to 0-21 win over Waterford, bookies have installed the Déise as favourites to win the National League title. At a well-attended match in UPMC Nowlan Park, Waterford started off strongly and went into an early 0-7 to 0-3 lead, but the Cats were too […]

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Man brutally attacked in Kilkenny on St Patrick’s Day

By Kilkenny Now 21st March 2022 0

A man was rushed to hospital after he was brutally attacked in Kilkenny city. The assault occurred in the Connolly Street area between 9.30pm and 10.30pm on St Patrick’s Day. The 30-year-old victim was struck on the head, receiving cuts above his eye and to the side of his face. His attacker, who was not […]

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Cheltenham hero Rachael celebrates Gold Cup win with ‘many drinks’ in Kilkenny

By Kilkenny Now 21st March 2022 Post a comment

Rachael Blackmore celebrated her history-making win at Cheltenham with a night out in Kilkenny on Sunday. But becoming the first woman to win the Gold Cup didn’t stop her having to reach into her own pocket. “I bought many drinks last night, that’s why I’m sounding a bit groggy this morning,” she told reporters at […]

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REST IN PEACE: Kilkenny Death Notices

By Kilkenny Now 21st March 2022 0

Maureen McATEER (née Née Keyes) Ballyogan, Graiguenamanagh, Kilkenny/Dublin The death has taken place of Maureen McAteer (née Keyes) Maureen died peacefully in the care of Carlow District Hospital with her loving sister Suzanne at her side. Beloved wife of Tom, she will be very sadly missed and always loved by her family and friends. Requiem […]

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Garda warning as Kilkenny beauty spots targeted by thieves

By Kilkenny Now 21st March 2022 0

Gardai have urged people visiting Kilkenny beauty spots not to leave valuables in their cars before taking a hike. The warning comes after a number of vehicles were previously targeted in scenic parts of the county. A local Garda spokesperson said: “Thieves target these spots, leave your valuables at home or bring them with you. […]

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WEATHER FORECAST: Kilkenny to bask in Spring sunshine this week – forecaster

By Kilkenny Now 21st March 2022 0

Kilkenny residents can look forward to a beautiful dry and mostly sunny week ahead as high pressure continues to dominate our weather, according to Met Éireann’s latest forecast. The national forecaster said it will be “mainly dry” today with sunny spells and highest temperatures of 11 to 16 degrees. Tomorrow will also be dry and […]