Category: Athy News

Kildare County Council’s Creative Climate Action: Call for Artists and Creative Partners! Ah, Kildare, that verdant jewel nestled in the heart of Ireland, where rolling green hills and vibrant communities abound! Now, it seems our fair county is looking for a sprinkle of artistic flair to tackle the very pressing issue of climate change. I

Tackling Anxiety: A Guide for Parents with a Dash of Irish Wit Ah, parenting—the job that doesn’t come with an instruction manual, and yet, we find ourselves writing an epic saga daily. We juggle nap times like seasoned acrobats, negotiate with tiny tyrants over bedtime, and somehow manage to locate missing socks with the finesse

A Night of Melodies and Merriment: Join the Benefit Concert for McAuley Place Well, gather ‘round, dear friends! If you’ve been lamenting over the dreary state of your Thursday evenings and wondering how to spice things up while simultaneously helping your community, have I got news for you! McAuley Place—a not-for-profit housing association in the

A Dash of Acid and a Splash of Courtroom Shenanigans: A Not-So-Ordinary Day in Naas Ah, Naas! Home to rolling fields, friendly folks, and apparently, a dose of drama you wouldn’t expect outside of a fine pub story. Now, if you thought the most explosive thing to happen in our peaceful county was a pint

Calling All DCU Graduates: It’s Time to Get Your Seanad Act Together! Ah, graduates of Dublin City University! You’ve donned your caps, thrown your scrolls high, and have started to take on the world – or at least the nearest pub. But before you head off to celebrate your latest achievement, there’s some important business

Kildare Craftsmanship: Where Talent Meets Trials and Triumphs! Ah, the Emerald Isle! A place where the grass is green, the rain falls with regularity (thanks, weather gods), and the local craft scene is as vibrant as a piper in a pub. And speaking of craft, let’s tip our hats to two remarkable ladies from County

Gaelic Football: New Rules and Surprising Upsets! Well, dear readers, gather ‘round and lend me your ear, for we have a tale to tell that’s as tangled as a pair of headphones after a night out in Temple Bar! Yes, indeed – we are diving into the glorious world of Gaelic Football, where the grass

The Glorious Grey: Embrace It or Think About It While Sipping Your Tea Ah, grey hair! Once upon a time, it was akin to being served a plate of boiled cabbage at a fancy dinner – something to be avoided at all costs. But nowadays, it seems our dear old silver strands are having a

Finding a Dream Home for Autumn – An Irish Tale of Hope and Humor Ah, autumn! That delightful time of year when the leaves turn golden, and the weather begins to resemble a scene from a particularly dramatic episode of “Game of Thrones.” Now, while we love a good moan about the rain and wind,