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
Sep 29
The Emerald Isle, where the grass is always greener and the humor is always sharper. And what’s what, you ask? Well, it seems that the benches outside a popular arts centre in County Kildare are getting a wee bit of a facelift. That’s right, folks, the old seats are being kicked to the curb, and
Sep 28
The Curragh of Kildare, a place of rolling green hills, rich history, and, it seems, a few rogue canine companions. A recent meeting of the Kildare-Newbridge Municipal District (MD) brought the issue of responsible dog ownership to the forefront, and we’re not just talking about giving your furry friend a good scratch behind the ears.
Sep 23
The Boys in Blue are Getting Bigger and Better: Sallins GAA Club’s Ambitious Expansion Plans If you’re anything like this writer, you’ll know that there’s no better feeling than a spirited game of Gaelic football on a sunny Sunday afternoon, surrounded by friends, family, and a hearty dose of Irish craic. And for the folks
Sep 22
The Great Wildflower Heist: Kerdiffstown Park to Close Temporarily for Harvesting Fair play to the lads and lasses at Kildare County Council for lettin’ us know that Kerdiffstown Park, nestled near the lovely town of Naas, will be shuttin’ its gates for a wee while. And why, you ask? Well, it’s not because the park
Sep 21
The Emerald Isle is abuzz with excitement as a €1.4 million extension is set to bring a wee bit of magic to Scoil Naisiunta Naomh Padraig, a national school situated on the picturesque Bracknagh Road in Rathangan, Co. Kildare. And what’s the craic, you ask? Well, it’s the addition of a brand new, two-storey Special
Sep 08
The Emerald Isle, where the craic is mighty and the graveyards are, well, not so footpath-friendly, it seems. In the fair county of Kildare, a call has gone out to upgrade the footpaths in Allen Cemetery, because, as we all know, there’s no rest for the wicked, nor a decent stroll for the mournful, without
Sep 07
Begorrah, are ye lookin’ for a night to remember in the quaint village of Rathangan? Well, ye’re in luck because Culture Night is just around the corner, and this year’s event promises to be a real treat. On Friday, September 19, from 5 pm to 6:30 pm, the lovely Rathangan Library will be hostin’ a
Aug 10
The Emerald Isle is at it again, me boyos! This time, it’s not just a pint of Guinness or a spirited game of hurling that’s making headlines. No, siree! It’s the innovative folks at Evergreen Agricultural Enterprises Ltd, based in the lovely town of Naas, who are taking the lead in revolutionizing the way we