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Grange boss not overly happy despite Leinster progression for Kildare champs

Grange boss not overly happy despite Leinster progression for Kildare champs

The old saying goes, “you can’t have your cake and eat it too,” but it seems the Grange manager is doing just that – enjoying the sweet taste of victory while still managing to find a wee bit to grumble about. And fair play to him, I say! After all, as we Irish know, a

Kildare champions Athy march on in Leinster after Summerhill win

Kildare champions Athy march on in Leinster after Summerhill win

The Craic is Mighty: Kildare’s Athy March On in Leinster Championship ’twas a grand day to be sure, as the Kildare champions, Athy, took to the pitch at St. Conleth’s Park, Newbridge, to face off against the lads from Summerhill in the AIB Leinster Senior Club Championship. And what a display they put on, to

Parents and guardians living in this Kildare town encouraged to join new information groups

Parents and guardians living in this Kildare town encouraged to join new information groups

The Craic is Mighty: Newbridge Parents Get Connected with New Online Groups Ah, the joys of parenting in County Kildare! The Emerald Isle’s picturesque landscapes, rich history, and warm hospitality make it an ideal place to raise a family. But, let’s be honest, parenting can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to navigating

11 people on trolleys at Kildare's main hospital today

11 people on trolleys at Kildare's main hospital today

Trolley Wars: The Battle for a Bed in Ireland’s Hospitals Ah, the infamous hospital trolley, a staple of Irish healthcare (or lack thereof). It’s a sight all too familiar to many of us: a poor soul, languishing on a trolley in a crowded hospital corridor, waiting for a bed to become available. And today, dear

Kildare 'should make the most of EU funding'

Kildare 'should make the most of EU funding'

"Ah, Go On, Kildare! Let’s Get Our Hands on That EU Funding!" As we all know, the Europeans have always been good to us Irish. From funding our lovely rural roads to supporting our farmers, the EU has been a steadfast friend to our Emerald Isle. And now, one of our own, Cllr Evie Sammon,

Kildare residents are being urged to get out of their cars

Kildare residents are being urged to get out of their cars

Get Out and Get Moving, Kildare! Ah, the joys of life in County Kildare! Where the rolling green hills, picturesque villages, and friendly faces make it a grand place to call home. But, let’s be honest, we Irish love our cars almost as much as we love a good chat and a pint down at

Update sought for ambitious plan for town in this Kildare Municipal District

Update sought for ambitious plan for town in this Kildare Municipal District

The eternal quest for progress in the fair county of Kildare! It seems that one Independent councillor has been stirrin’ the pot, seekIN’ an update on the Town Centre First Plan for the lovely town of Clane, nestled in the heart of the North Kildare Municipal District. And why not, I ask ye? After all,

Wrapping up wildlife for a good cause: Animal rescue group based in Kildare releases new appeal for towels

Wrapping up wildlife for a good cause: Animal rescue group based in Kildare releases new appeal for towels

Wrap Up Wildlife for a Good Cause: Kildare Rescue Group in Towel Appeal ’tis a grand day to be talkin’ about the amazing work bein’ done by the fine folks at Kildare Wildlife Rescue! Located just outside the lovely town of Kildare, this dedicated group of animal lovers has been nursin’ wounded creatures back to

Kildare farmer completes top dairy programme

Kildare farmer completes top dairy programme

The Emerald Isle, where the cows are as green as the hills and the farmers are as clever as a fox in a henhouse. And speaking of clever farmers, we’ve got a story to tell about Philip Walsh from Carbury, who’s just completed the prestigious Lakeland Dairies Young Farmer Programme. Now, we know what you’re

New €3m water supply project will eliminate arsenic risk in this Kildare area

New €3m  water supply project will eliminate arsenic risk in this Kildare area

The Craic is Good: Kilteel’s Water Woes are Down the Drain! Ah, the Emerald Isle, where the grass is always greener and the water… well, not always as clean as we’d like. But fear not, dear readers, for the good people of Kilteel, Naas, can rest easy knowing that their water supply is about to

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