Category: Athy News

The Craic is Mighty: Newbridge Set to Host a Rip-Roaring Art Exhibition Ah, ’tis a grand day to be Irish, don’t you think? The sun is shining, the Guinness is flowing, and the art scene in Newbridge is about to get a right ol’ boost. Yes, you heard it here first, folks! The lovely town

The Craic Was Mighty: Naas Toastmasters Wrap Up the Year with a Strike! As the summer sun shone brightly over the fair county of Kildare, the members of Naas Toastmasters gathered for a night of fun, friends, and a wee bit of healthy competition. The occasion? The wrap-up of the current Toastmasters year, of course!

The Lucky 547: How Kildare Residents are Benefiting from Supplementary Welfare Allowances Ah, County Kildare, the land of thoroughbred horses, lush green landscapes, and a strong sense of community. But, behind the scenic views and charming villages, there are many individuals and families who are struggling to make ends meet. That’s where the Supplementary Welfare

The Emerald Isle is going green, and we’re not just talking about the Guinness! In a move that’s as clever as a leprechaun’s trick, Kildare County Council has been piloting an electric vehicle for staff use, and the results are nothing short of electrifying. According to the council’s annual report, a shiny new Hyundai Kona

The Craic is Mightier than the Law: A Tale of a Misguided Lorry Driver Ah, the Irish are known for their wit, humor, and penchant for getting into all sorts of scrapes. But, every now and then, someone comes along and takes the biscuit, or in this case, attempts to expose themselves to a poor,

The Roads of Kildare: Where Traffic Management is the Name of the Game! Ah, the joys of driving through the Emerald Isle! The rolling green hills, the charming villages, and of course, the infamous Irish traffic. But fear not, dear motorists, for the good folks at Kildare County Council are on the case, bringing order

The Emerald Isle, where the craic is mighty and the stories are taller than the Cliffs of Moher. But, me boyos, not all tales from the land of saints and scholars are filled with laughter and good cheer. Sometimes, the misty dawn breaks to reveal a darker side of human nature, and the courts must

The Garda Conundrum: Why Kildare Needs its Finest Back on the Beat Ah, Kildare, the land of thoroughbreds, enticing landscapes, and, it seems, a chronic shortage of gardaí. Yes, you heard that right, folks! The esteemed Labour Deputy, Mark Wall, stood up in the Dáil this week and gave a stern warning: we need to

The Craic is Mighty, but the Dressing Rooms are a Different Story: Monread Park’s Plea for Facilities Ah, Monread Park in Naas, the jewel in the crown of Kildare’s sporting scene. Where the lush green grass is as vibrant as the Irish spirit, and the fresh air is as invigorating as a pint of the

The Luck of the Irish: How a Credit Union’s Kindness is Boosting Community Spirits Ah, the Irish are known for their warm hearts and generous spirits, and a recent act of kindness by Mountmellick Credit Union is proof that this reputation is well-deserved. The credit union, which has a branch in the charming village of