The Emerald Isle, where the lush green landscapes meet the vibrant humor of its people. And what’s more Irish than a good joke and a love for the environment? In the charming town of Blessington, a innovative initiative has been launched to tackle the scourge of unwanted batteries. The Blessington Allotments Campaign, in partnership with
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Aug 05
Naas' Chloe Cox brings Gold in U19s National Boxing Championships back to Kildare
The Fighting Spirit of Kildare: Chloe Cox Brings Home the Gold Ah, the proud people of Kildare, known for their love of sports, their passion for life, and their penchant for producing talented youngsters who can pack a punch ā literally! And speaking of punching above their weight, Naas native Chloe Cox has just brought
Aug 04
āSightless Cinemaā group coming soon to well-known Kildare venue
Top o’ the morning to ye! If ye’re lookin’ for a tale of innovation and community spirit, then settle in and I’ll regale ye with the story of Sightless Cinema, a groundbreaking group that’s bringin’ theatre performances to the blind and visually impaired. And, as luck would have it, they’ll be performin’ at a well-known
Aug 03
GALLERY: Lady Captain's Prize at Royal Curragh Golf Club in Kildare
The Royal Treatment: Lady Captain’s Prize at Royal Curragh Golf Club Ah, the Emerald Isle, where the grass is as green as a well-watered pint of Guinness, and the golf courses are as plentiful as a Leprechaun’s pot of gold. And speaking of golden nuggets, the Royal Curragh Golf Club in Kildare recently hosted the
Jul 31
There is no safe way to dispose of 'laughing gas' canisters in Kildare
The Emerald Isle, where the love of craic and good times often meets the harsh realities of, well, not-so-good times. Take, for instance, the conundrum facing Kildare County Council, which has found itself in a bit of a pickle over the safe disposal of nitrous oxide canisters, affectionately known as “laughing gas.” It seems these
Jul 30
Traffic lights in Kildare do not come equipped with cameras
The Emerald Isle, where the roads are winding, the people are charming, and the traffic lights are… well, not quite as high-tech as you’d think. At least, that’s the case in County Kildare, where a recent incident has left locals scratching their heads and wondering about the state of their traffic management system. It all
Jul 27
PICTURES: Thatched pub and restaurant well-known to Kildare people goes on sale
The Emerald Isle, where the Guinness flows like the River Shannon and the craic is always mighty. But, me boyos, it seems that even in the land of saints and scholars, the economy can be as unpredictable as the Irish weather. Case in point, The Thatch pub and restaurant, situated on the grounds of the
Jul 22
Kildare strengthens ties with Lexington, Kentucky in 2025 Student Exchange Programme
The Emerald Isle has done it again! County Kildare, the land of lush green hills, rich history, and warm hospitality, has once again opened its arms to a group of students from the Bluegrass State, Lexington, Kentucky. The Kildare-Lexington Student Exchange Programme, a cherished annual tradition, brought together two sets of youngsters from opposite sides