Oct 18
The State of Our Hospitals: A Right Ol’ Mess, If You Ask Me As I sit down to write this, I’m reminded of the wise words of an old Irish friend: “If you want to know what’s really going on, just head to the hospital.” And boy, was he right! The latest numbers are in,
Oct 17
The Emerald Isle, where the love of sports is only rivalled by the love of good craic and even better banter. And what’s better than a good game of camogie to get the blood pumping and the spirits high? The folks of Kildare know a thing or two about the fast-paced, thrilling sport, and the
Oct 15
Winter is Coming: Kildare’s Roads in a Spot of Bother As the old Irish proverb goes, “May the road rise up to meet you,” but for the good people of Kildare, it seems the roads may be more like a slippery slope this winter. With the frosty season just around the corner, Councillor Brian O’Loughlin
Oct 14
The Emerald Isle, where the grass is always greener and the hearts are always warmer. But, me boyos, beneath the charming landscapes and witty banter, lies a serious issue that’s been plaguing the fair shores of Ireland – the lack of support for carers who dedicate their lives to helping those with disabilities and mental
Oct 13
The Madcap Adventures of the M4: A Tale of a Van, a Caravan, and a Right Ol’ Kerfuffle Ah, the M4, that trusty old motorway that stretches across our fair isle like a lifeline, connecting the bustling cities to the rolling countryside. But, me boyo, it’s not just a road, it’s a hotspot for all
Oct 12
The Emerald Isle’s own County Kildare is in for a treat, me boyos! A brand spanking new medical clinic is on the horizon, and we couldn’t be more delighted. The planning permission application is currently being scrutinized by the powers that be at Kildare County Council, and we’re keeping our fingers crossed that it’ll get
Oct 11
The Emerald Isle, where the craic is mighty and the hospital waiting rooms are, well, not so mighty. Or so it seems, judging by the recent news from Naas Hospital in County Kildare. In a bizarre twist of fate, this particular hospital has found itself among the least overcrowded in the region, with a meer
Oct 10
Get Ready for a Spook-tacular Halloween Kayak Camp in Co Kildare! Ah, ’tis the season to be spooky, and what better way to celebrate Halloween than paddling around in a kayak, surrounded by the eerie darkness of autumnal Co Kildare? The Monasterevin Blueway Kayaking Club is throwing open its doors (or should I say, its
Oct 08
The Fair Town of Kildare: In Dire Need of a Pedestrian Crossing, Begorrah! As I strolled through the charming town of Naas, I couldn’t help but notice the sheer chaos that unfolds on its streets. Cars whizzing by, pedestrians scurrying to and fro, and nary a safe crossing in sight. ‘Tis a wonder, indeed, that
Oct 06
The Emerald Isle, where the grass is always greener and the batteries are always charged – or at least, that’s the plan. A clever company by the name of Bronto Storage Limited has submitted a proposal to Kildare County Council to construct a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) near the Kildare-Meath border. Now, you might