Dec 30
The Market House Conundrum: A Tale of Preservation and Progress in Naas As the old saying goes, "you can’t have your cake and eat it, too." But in the charming town of Naas, County Kildare, it seems that’s exactly what’s being attempted. The historic Market House, a stunning 200-year-old building, has been at the center
Dec 29
The Luck of the Irish: Historic Structures Fund Now Open for Applications in Kildare Ah, County Kildare, the land of rolling green hills, rich history, and a wee bit of magic in the air. ‘Tis a place where the past and present blend together like a perfectly poured pint of Guinness. And, as we all
Dec 27
Bless Your Heart: The Boss is Coming to Town (Sort Of) As we Irish folk are known for our love of music, storytelling, and a good ol’ fashioned knees-up, it’s no surprise that the one and only Bruce Springsteen has been makin’ waves in our fair isle. And, me boyos, it’s not just because he’s
Dec 26
The Craic is Mighty: Inside Kildare’s Most Expensive Gaff, Ladycastle House Ah, the luxury life is a mighty fine one, don’t you think? And what’s more luxurious than a sprawling mansion in the heart of County Kildare, with a price tag that’ll make your eyes water? We’re talkin’ €4 million, to be exact. That’s right,
Dec 23
The Emerald Isle, where the land is green, the people are friendly, and the court cases are as colorful as a pint of Guinness on a sunny day. Recently, a rather…muscular fellow found himself in a bit of a pickle at Naas District Court, and we can’t help but chuckle at the shenanigans that unfolded.
Dec 21
The Cream of Kildare’s Community Leaders Rise to the Top! Ah, ’twas a grand day to be sure, as nineteen of Kildare’s finest community group leaders gathered to celebrate their outstanding achievement. On a chilly winter’s morning, December 2nd to be exact, these dedicated individuals marked the end of a fantastic four-week programme at the
Dec 20
The Emerald Isle, where the grass is always greener and the wit is always sharper. But, me boyo, it seems that one Kildare woman’s love of groceries got the better of her, and she found herself in a spot of trouble with the law. As the story goes, a woman in her 40s, with an
Dec 19
The Emerald Isle, where the craic is mighty and the healthcare system is… well, a wee bit overwhelmed, to say the least. As I sit down to pen this article, I’m reminded of the old Irish joke: “Why did the patient bring a ladder to the hospital?” “Because they wanted to take their treatment to
Dec 17
The Emerald Isle, where the grass is always greener and the wit is always sharper. But, me boys and girls, even in the land of saints and scholars, the darkest of secrets can lurk in the most unexpected places. Take the case of Tommy Howard, a respected Kildare GAA official and former All-Ireland Final referee,
Dec 16
A Right Ol’ Scare: Woman’s Terrifying Tale of a Run Gone Wrong in Kildare ’twas a dark and stormy night, or so it seemed, when a poor woman’s jog through the countryside took a drastic turn for the worse. As she pounded the pavement, lost in the rhythm of her footsteps, disaster struck. A car,