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Environmental group is giving out free battery recycling boxes

Environmental group is giving out free battery recycling boxes

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

Naas' Chloe Cox brings Gold in U19s National Boxing Championships back to Kildare

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 – literally! And speaking of punching above their weight, Naas native Chloe Cox has just brought

ā€˜Sightless Cinema’ group coming soon to well-known Kildare venue

ā€˜Sightless Cinema’ 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

GALLERY: Lady Captain's Prize at Royal Curragh Golf Club in Kildare

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

Red tape is holding up housing construction in Wicklow

Red tape is holding up housing construction in Wicklow

The Emerald Isle, where the grass is always greener, but the red tape can be thicker than a Dublin fog. It’s a cryin’ shame, to be sure, that bureaucracy has gotten in the way of buildin’ much-needed homes in west Wicklow. A staggering 335 homes, to be exact, have been left in limbo due to

There is no safe way to dispose of 'laughing gas' canisters in Kildare

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

Traffic lights in Kildare do not come equipped with cameras

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

Respite centre sought for this Kildare region

Respite centre sought for this Kildare region

The Emerald Isle, where the craic is mighty and the need for a good rest is never far behind. It seems that Extern Ireland Limited has caught on to this notion, submitting a planning permission application to Kildare County Council for the construction of a respite centre in one of the county’s regions. Because, let’s

PICTURES: Thatched pub and restaurant well-known to Kildare people goes on sale

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

Kildare strengthens ties with Lexington, Kentucky in 2025 Student Exchange Programme

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

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