Kilcullen Diary

Kilcullen in hosepipe ban area

2026-07-13T18:30:39.766+01:00

Kilcullen is in the area covered by a just-announced six-week hosepipe ban, writes Brian Byrne. Uisce Éireann has imposed the ban in Dublin, south Tipperary, parts of Kildare, Meath, Wexford and Wicklow, due to the "exceptionally warm and dry weather".

The ban applies to activities such as watering gardens, washing vehicles and filling paddling pools.

Subject to weather conditions during the period stated, the ban could be shortened or extended.

Parts of Kildare are already under nighttime water restrictions to enable the refilling of reservoirs.

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KWWSPCA call for doggy photoshoot for 2027 calendar

2026-07-13T15:32:54.295+01:00

The Kildare & West Wicklow Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (KWWSPCA) is bringing back its popular fundraising calendar photoshoot after last year’s success, writes Brian Byrne. Dog owners interested in taking part are encouraged to book early to secure a place — email doggycalendar2026@gmail.com.

The 2027 Animal Calendar photoshoot will take place in Kilcullen on August 13th and 20th at 7pm, giving local dog owners the chance to book a slot for their pet to feature in the charity’s 2027 calendar.

Cats in the calendar will once again be drawn from the KWWSPCA shelter, highlighting animals currently in the charity’s care.

The photoshoot is being run in partnership with Cottage Veterinary Clinic and Kilcullen Photography Club, who are official supporters of the project. All proceeds from the calendar will go towards supporting the rescue and rehoming work of the KWWSPCA.

The 2027 Calendar will be launched at the charity's Table Quiz in Fallons of Kilcullen, on Friday 20 November.

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Kilcullen fishing closed due to heat

2026-07-13T13:32:50.973+01:00

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The committee of Kilcullen Trout and Salmon Anglers wishes to advise members and the wider community that, due to the prolonged period of extreme heat and the resulting increase in water temperatures, all angling on club waters has been temporarily suspended with immediate effect and until further notice.

Current river conditions are placing significant stress on trout and salmon. When water temperatures rise above approximately 18°C–19°C, dissolved oxygen levels fall and fish can struggle to recover after being caught. Even when careful catch-and-release practices are followed, the physical strain of being played in these conditions can be fatal.

As custodians of our local waters, the committee believes that the welfare and long-term survival of our fish stocks must take priority. This temporary suspension is therefore considered necessary to protect the river and its fish population during the current warm spell.

Members are asked to refrain from all angling on club waters until an official notice confirming that fishing may resume is issued.

The committee will continue to monitor water temperatures and river conditions closely and will provide a further update when conditions improve.

Anyone who observes distressed fish, fish mortalities or other environmental concerns is encouraged to report them promptly to Inland Fisheries Ireland.

We appreciate the cooperation and understanding of our members and the local community. By acting responsibly now, we can help protect our river and ensure that it remains healthy for future seasons.

Yours sincerely, The Committee

Kilcullen Trout and Salmon Anglers

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Road closure Mile Mill-Grangemore on Monday

2026-07-13T06:00:00.000+01:00

A reminder that the R‑413 will be closed TODAY, Monday, 13 July 2026, between Mile Mill Cross and Grangemore, Brannockstown, during the day for surface dressing works.

A signed diversion will be in place, local access maintained, and motorists should expect some delays.

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Samantha serves Kilcullen with a taste of Americana

2026-07-12T07:19:22.469+01:00

When Covid finally forced a decision on a long-distance romance, Arizona casino floor manager Samantha Morton chose Ireland, writes Brian Byrne, and today her Fun Foods horse-box outside Kilcullen Community Centre is serving up hot dogs and pizza, in a new life chapter far from the casino tables.

She made that life switch because she had met and fallen in love with an Irishman. For twelve years, the relationship flipped back and forth between Ireland and the US. Then Covid came and, after a year apart, he urged her to move here. “I told him that had been my end plan anyway," she says with a smile, "and we got married five years ago.”

Openings in County Kildare for blackjack and poker dealers were, well, not. But Samantha had a hospitality background: her entertainer father owned a B&B and bar-restaurant, and she’d grown up around food. After moving to Ireland, she began going to craft markets with a friend and saw people selling food at them. “I was, like, yes, I could do that.”

Starting small with crêpes and waffles, she gradually extended her Fun Foods offerings to savoury dishes. Authentic American in style, they include jumbo hot dogs, homemade pizzas with her own family secret sauce, nachos with optional toppings, and breakfast baps and bagels that are popular all day. She also makes her own healthy energy snack protein balls. Specials can feature her particular take on a burger or a barbecue selection of pulled pork, beef, or chicken.

The Fun Foods name was deliberate, rather than ‘Samantha’s Pizzas’ or ‘Samantha’s Burgers’. It allows her, at markets or festivals, to pivot to something that doesn’t directly compete with fellow traders.

The current Kilcullen location grew from a link with the Community Centre about three years ago, when she began providing food at Sunday events. “That was really successful, and we’d be rocking all day, with up to 1,000 dancers involved.” This year, centre manager Enda O’Neill suggested she trade through the weekend, complementing the centre’s very busy Coffee Hatch. She is still refining opening hours to match demand. She also offers a party service, setting up at customers’ homes, providing customised food from a bespoke menu and clearing everything afterwards, which has proved very popular.

Now living in Prosperous, Samantha is in every respect a world away from the high-pressure, neon-lit casino floors of Arizona — a life which she recalls with deep affection. But she's happy to be here, bringing a real taste of Americana to her Irish and Kilcullen customers.

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The passing of Joseph (Joe) Murphy

2026-07-12T06:37:16.298+01:00

The death has occurred of Joseph (Joe) Murphy, Old Kilcullen, and late of Rosetown, Athy, on 10 July 2026, peacefully in the tender loving care of the staff of St Brigid's Hospice.

Predeceased by his parents Joseph and Margaret, brother Kevin and sister Mary, Joe's passing is very deeply regretted by his loving wife Marion, son Alan, darling daughters Karen and Brenda, sons-in-law Joe and Johnny, daughter-in-law Jennifer, sister Dolores, and grandchildren Ava, Dara, Finn, Cian and Devin.

He will be reposing at his family home (R56 WC58) from 4pm until 8pm on Sunday, 12th, with prayers at 7.30pm. Removal from there on Monday 13th to The Church of the Sacred Heart & St Brigid, Kilcullen, arriving for the 11am funeral mass, which may be viewed on this link. The mass will be followed by burial in St Brigid's Cemetery.

House private on Monday morning, please.

Rest in peace.

Hot weather warning from Asthma Society

2026-07-11T07:58:19.065+01:00

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The Asthma Society of Ireland has warned that this weekend’s hot, humid weather could be dangerous for people with asthma and other lung conditions, writes Brian Byrne. With Met Éireann heat and forest fire warnings in place, the Society is urging the public to look out for vulnerable groups, particularly children and older people.

Parents, sports coaches, and camp leaders are being asked to take extra care with children spending long periods outdoors. Older people with respiratory conditions are also at increased risk, and neighbours and family members are encouraged to check in on them regularly.

Hot and humid conditions can make breathing more difficult and raise the risk of an asthma attack, especially at night or in the early morning. Forest-fire smoke, barbecue smoke, and high pollen levels are adding to the danger by irritating the lungs and worsening symptoms.

The Society is advising people with asthma to reduce strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day, keep indoor spaces as cool as possible, check daily pollen and air-quality forecasts, and follow their Asthma Action Plan.

Anyone with worsening symptoms is urged to seek medical advice, while anyone experiencing severe breathing difficulties or symptoms that do not improve after using a reliever inhaler should call 112 or 999 immediately. Free nurse-led support is available via the Asthma Adviceline and WhatsApp services, with further information at www.asthma.ie.

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Scouts celebrate end of year with BBQ

2026-07-11T06:47:43.548+01:00

The 9th Kilcullen Scout Troop celebrated their end-of-year last evening with a barbecue on the site designated for their new den on the Community Centre campus, writes Brian Byrne. The event brought together parents and other family members to mark the occasion.

Kilcullen Scouts have had a busy year, and recently took part in the Portlick Scout Campsite, at Athlone, with kayaking, hiking, a fishing trip, archery, crate stacking, and a cookery challenge. In June, the Beavers and Cubs had a weekend in the Lilliput Adventure Centre in Mullingar, enjoying activities that included climbing walls, lake activities, bog jumping, capture the flag, and orienteering.

The troop is now in its 49th year, and there's a wait list for membership. The group caters for young people aged 6-18 through Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, and Ventures. After that, they can become Adult Scouters.

Kilcullen Scouts were originally located in the Tennis Club. After going through several temporary premises, they got their first purpose-built Den in 2000 in the Community Centre.

In addition to their own activities, Kilcullen scouts get involved in community work, including helping with Tidy Towns and organising events for the town's older people.

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Drop the hosepipe, urges Uisce Éireann

2026-07-11T06:00:00.000+01:00

A watering can uses less water.

Uisce Éireann has urged people in the greater Dublin area, which includes Kildare, not to use hosepipes to water their gardens during the current hot spell, writes Brian Byrne. The service says that if water usage continues at current rates, it will be forced to impose nighttime restrictions on supply.

A new record for water usage in the region was set in recent days, with reservoir levels dropping by up to 30 million litres a day.

Across the country, 25 water supplies out of a nationwide total of more than 700 are currently under nighttime restriction. These include parts of Kilkenny, Tipperary, Donegal, Cork, Kerry, Limerick, and Meath.

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The passing of May Keogh (nee Crone)

2026-07-10T09:59:27.066+01:00

The death has occurred of May Keogh (nee Crone), The Hill, Kilcullen, on 9 July, 2026, in the tender loving care of Curragh Lawn Nursing Home.

Predeceased by her parents, Robert and Margaret, May's passing is very deeply regretted by her loving husband, Kevin and her loving friend Stella, sister-in-law Mary, brother-in-law Michael, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

May will be reposing at her residence, (R56 AV97), on Friday, 10 July, from 4pm until 8pm with prayers at 7.30pm.

House private at all other times.

Removal will be on Saturday morning, 11 July, to The Church of the Sacred Heart & St Brigid, Kilcullen, arriving for 11 am Funeral Mass, which may be viewed on this link. This will be followed by burial in St Brigid's cemetery.

Family flowers only, please.

Rest in Eternal Peace, May.

Designated bathing area sought for Kilcullen

2026-07-10T08:49:21.585+01:00

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Waterways Ireland and Kildare County Council have carried out a risk assessment on potential designated bathing areas in the Liffey at Kilcullen, writes Brian Byrne. This follows requests from local swimming enthusiasts to have an official swimming location established.

The initiative is one of a list of project ambitions produced by Kilcullen Community Action earlier this year. Cllr Tracey O'Dwyer, who says it is 'a worthy project worth pursuing', has previously walked the Liffey area with representatives from the Kildare Sports Partnership, "to start the discussion about various locations."

Following the recent assessment visit by Waterways Ireland and KCC, the next phase in this project is an environmental impact analysis, followed by a water quality analysis to ensure there is good water quality if people are going to swim. At that point, a detailed design would be done and costings assessed.

The matter has come into sharp focus with the current and earlier heatwave spells, with scores of mainly young people cooling off at what were traditional swimming places in the river, but which are now fenced off from public access.

KCA's Tony Gahan, a keen swimmer, is leading the call for Designated Bathing, suggesting that a pontoon structure that would rise and fall with the flood could be located on the Riverside Manor bank side of the river. The location had a temporary wooden dock for many years while the new Kilcullen Canoe Club premises were being constructed as part of the Market Square development in the late 2000s. It fell into disrepair when it was no longer needed by the club and was dismantled for safety reasons several years ago.

A request that KCC designate a generationally popular swimming spot at Carnalway, made by Cllr O'Dwyer last year, didn't succeed. Identified bathing waters are monitored, managed, and assessed under the requirements of the 2008 Bathing Water Quality Regulations. The regulations followed the transposition of the Bathing Water Directive (2006/7/EC) into Irish law in 2008, aimed at enhancing the protection of bathers' health and introducing stricter standards for water quality. Local authorities are required under the legislation to identify such locations.

In 2024, KCC sought public assistance in identifying such locations so a profile of each could be developed, including an assessment of the risk of pollution and what action would be taken if pollution occurs. Among details requested from the public were how swimming areas have been used up to now, how many people use the site, what facilities (eg, signage, parking, toilets, etc.) exist at the site, how accessible it is, and what safety issues exist.

To our knowledge, there are as yet no Designated Bathing Waters in County Kildare.

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New self-storage facility opens in Halverstown

2026-07-10T07:50:11.369+01:00

A new self-storage business has opened in Halverstown, Kilcullen, offering secure and flexible space for both household and commercial customers.

The Self Storage Yard Ltd is a modern container yard that provides new, clean, dry and fully insulated storage units with flexible rental options. The fully gated facility features 24/7 CCTV, secure access control and well‑lit surroundings.

The site offers easy drive-up access and a simple online booking process, designed for anyone needing extra space for household items, tools, business stock, equipment or vehicle storage in the Kilcullen, Kildare, Naas and Newbridge areas.

Contact 089 4149738, info@tssy.ie, or visit the website at tssy.ie for full information and booking.

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Dowling Property: 38, Brownstown Manor, The Curragh

2026-07-09T08:10:21.101+01:00

Dowling Property is delighted to present to the market one of the finest three-bedroom, semi-detached homes to be offered for sale in recent times. This modern A-rated home is presented in show-house condition throughout both inside and out and is located just a c. 4-minute drive to the M7 at Newbridge.

This elegant home sits on a large corner site and boasts a very impressive feature list. The accommodation, which is spacious and well laid out, consists of an entrance hallway, a sitting room, a guest WC, a utility, a kitchen/dining room, and a downstairs bedroom, which is also ideal for a playroom. Upstairs are two double bedrooms with a master en-suite and a family bathroom. The kitchen is bright and enjoys a dual aspect with many appliances included in the sale, and all complete with a breakfast bar and stools. The large rear garden is a real highlight as it is designed with low maintenance in mind and is fully walled.

There is garage space to the side with obvious scope for further development (STPP) and off-street parking for 2/3 cars on the cobble lock driveway. All amenities are located on your doorstep, which includes a creche/Montessori, chemist, Centra, public house, restaurant, churches, and primary and secondary schools. Kilcullen is c. 5km, Newbridge is c. 5km, and Kildare Town is c. 4km. The M7 interchange at Newbridge is just a 5-minute drive away, along with the M9 interchange at Kilcullen. Kildare village is just a c. 6-minute drive away, with a host of first-class shopping.

With its superb location and presentation, we must now advise on early viewings, as this property is not to be missed. A true gem!

AMV €395,000. dowlingproperty.ie. Kildare Office 045 482189.

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Looking Back: Tidy Towns 1969

2026-07-09T07:50:10.379+01:00

In the month of Tidy Towns judging, with KCA, residents' associations, and individuals all very busy to show Kilcullen in its best light, we thought it appropriate to show these pics from 1969, of members of the Nicholastown Tidy Towns Committee at work and relaxing. They come courtesy of indefatigable newspaper archives burrower, Joe Murray.

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Library celebrations

2026-07-09T06:29:27.827+01:00

There was a steady stream of friends and patrons of Kilcullen Community Library on Saturday morning to mark the 100th year of the Kildare Library Service. Refreshments were hosted by Librarian Ita Casey (inset above).

Meanwhile, there'll be a Movie Afternoon for children next Wednesday in the Kilcullen Library, with a PG film screening from 3pm. All welcome.

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Book your slot at Culture Night 2026

2026-07-08T20:10:45.052+01:00

Last year's Culture Night crew.

A reminder that Culture Night 2026, a nationwide event, will be held this year on Friday, 18 September, writes Esther Reddy. Last year's event in Kilcullen Town Hall was an evening of great entertainment, including poetry, dancing, drama excerpts, and song, and the steering committee hopes that this year's event will be even better!

Culture Night will be held again in Kilcullen Town Hall, in a supportive and friendly atmosphere. If you would like to be involved — recite a poem, read a piece, sing a song, share a dance, showcase a talent — whatever you can bring to the event, you will be so welcome. Culture Night encompasses all cultures which make our town such a lovely place in which to live; please contact us to get involved. Text or call 087 4707652 to log your interest or contact any of the organising committee: Ray Kelly, Colette Fitzgerald, Joan Murphy, Gerry O'Donoghue, Letitia Hanratty, Eilís Phillips, Fiona Kelly, or Esther Reddy.

Looking forward to celebrating the strength of our community at a warm, welcoming, and inclusive event!

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Public consultation on CCTV for St Brigid's Cemetery

2026-07-08T10:58:40.362+01:00

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Kildare County Council has opened a public consultation on a proposal to install CCTV at the entrance to St Brigid’s Cemetery in Nicholastown, Kilcullen, to tackle repeated illegal dumping, writes Brian Byrne. The site has experienced ongoing fly-tipping in recent years, with household waste and other refuse affecting the amenity and dignity of the area.

Under the proposal, the installation would include an overview camera, a licence plate recognition camera, a decoy camera and supporting infrastructure such as poles and signage.

The live monitoring period would run for six weeks if approved. The council said the plan is designed to deter dumping, identify offenders and support enforcement under waste and litter laws.

Submissions can be made through the council’s consultation portal until 5pm on Friday, 17 July 2026.

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Parish Lotto Draw results

2026-07-08T10:42:16.207+01:00

The numbers drawn in the Kilcullen & Gormanstown Parish Lotto Draw held on 7th July 2026 were 14, 15, 21 and 31. There was no Jackpot winner, and next week's main prize will again be €20,000. The value of the follow-up draws is €20,000 and €7,400.

The winners of the €50 Open Draws are Jim Keogh (Promoter Vanessa Clarke), John Berney (Vivian Clarke) and Ber Clifford (Vivienne Clifford).

The winner of the Promoters Draw was Ger Hillery, and the winner of the draw for those in the Parish Centre on the night was Ronan Murray.

The Parish thanks all who support the Lotto.

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Tracey O’Dwyer outlines her community priorities

2026-07-08T08:40:50.193+01:00

In a newsletter update circulating in the Kildare-Newbridge MD, Cllr Tracey O’Dwyer has detailed her local agenda focused on roads, safety, community facilities, and planning across Kilcullen, Athgarvan, Newbridge, and related areas, writes Brian Byrne. The Kilcullen-based councillor was recently elected as the Leas-Cheann Comhairle of Kildare County Council.

For Kilcullen, the Fine Gael councillor says a major priority has been securing the future of Teach na nDaoine. She notes the building, which she hopes will become a dedicated space for senior citizens’ groups, was secured from the HSE for a nominal fee, with €180,000 in Local Property Tax funding allocated for essential repairs and works expected to begin before the end of this year. She also highlights progress on the Old Kilcullen Heritage Trail, saying she worked with the Old Kilcullen Committee and Kildare County Council to propose amendments after public consultation.

Road safety remains another major focus. She said she continues to push for improvements at Thompson’s Cross in Old Kilcullen, where work is hoped to commence this year, road widening in Athgarvan, and safety upgrades at several junctions, including Corbally, Mile Mill, Grangebeg, Baroda, and Kennel Bridge. Traffic calming on Kilcullen approach roads is a priority concern, and works are due to begin later this year on a €50,000 traffic calming project on the Curragh Road in Athgarvan.

Cllr O’Dwyer has also been working with KCC to deal with parking pressures in Kilcullen — including in Kilcullen estates Bishop Rogan, Cnoc na Greine, and Riverside — on road and path upgrades, and on better bus stops and shelters for Two Mile House, Kilcullen, and Kinneagh Cross, and those recently provided in Athgarvan. She is also seeking improved access from the M9/M7 to Newbridge.

On community services, the councillor said she is addressing the lack of medical card dental services in Kilcullen and the shortage of childcare and after-school places. She also confirms €100,000 has been secured for a skatepark in Kilcullen, with a suitable site now being sought.

In Newbridge, she is working towards achieving a swimming pool, a municipal sports hub and a cultural centre, while in Athgarvan, she is supporting a new community space. She is also seeking a columbarium wall in St Brigid’s cemetery in Kilcullen.

The update also covers estate taking-in-charge projects, with work ongoing in locations including Hillcrest and Riverside in Kilcullen, Moorehill Wood in Brannockstown, and Walshestown Abbey and The Meadows in Newbridge. Cllr O’Dwyer says the adoption of the Kilcullen and Newbridge settlement plans in 2025 gives the area a roadmap for balanced development, and she points to zoning wins for school capacity in Kilcullen, and a new swimming pool and a sports hub for Newbridge.

She says her overall aim is to support safer communities and to keep local development aligned with infrastructure, accessibility and the needs of residents.

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New special class for CPC

2026-07-08T07:30:03.637+01:00

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Cross and Passion College, Kilcullen, is getting a new special class for the 2026/2027 school year, writes Brian Byrne. This brings the total of new special classes established across Kildare this year to 33.

Meanwhile, families seeking a special school place for the 2027/2028 school year can now seek the facility on the Parents Notify online portal operated by the National Council for Special Education, which opened yesterday.

Parents or guardians must notify the NCSE through the online portal by 1 September and provide required documentation by 15 September 2026, or as soon as practicable thereafter.

Acknowledging that the deadline for Parents Notify is earlier than last year, Kildare South-based Senator Fiona O'Loughlin said it will help ensure there is a clear sense of demand, which can feed into the budget process in the autumn. "Early notification is essential to ensure sufficient places, staffing, and accommodation can be planned for the year ahead," she said.

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Curious Cubs Summer Camp in Ballymore Eustace

2026-07-08T06:00:00.000+01:00

Curious Cubs Summer Camp 2026 is set to run from July 27 to July 31 at The Band Hall in Ballymore Eustace, Co Kildare. Designed for children aged 3 to 7, the camp will offer a mix of arts and crafts, music, sensory play, dance, mindfulness, storytelling, imaginative play, and games.

Running Monday to Friday from 10am to 1pm, the camp aims to build confidence, encourage friendships, and support children through the early school years. Places are limited, with a price of €100 and a 10% sibling discount available.

To book or request more information, contact multiactivitycampkildare@gmail.com or text 085 1892353.

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Local roads motions for MD meeting

2026-07-07T08:14:26.146+01:00

Local roads issues are the focus of two motions put on the agenda of the next meeting of the Kildare-Newbridge MD by Cllr Tracey O'Dwyer, writes Brian Byrne.

The first is a request for Kildare CC to carry out repairs to the speed bumps at Scoil Bhride. The second is seeking consideration of the back access road at St Brigid's Avenue for resurfacing in 2027, and in the meantime, fix the potholes there.

The meeting will be held at 10 am on Wednesday, 15 July 2026, in the Council Chamber, Áras Chill Dara, Devoy Park, Naas.

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Weather advisory issued for County Kildare

2026-07-07T07:51:16.418+01:00

Met Éireann has issued a moderate weather advisory for County Kildare, warning of a prolonged spell of very warm or hot weather lasting into next week.

Daytime temperatures are expected to widely exceed 25°C, with highs reaching the high 20s or low 30s in places from Friday. The UV index is forecast to be high to very high, while warm and humid nights may bring minimum temperatures of 15°C or higher.

The advisory also warns of possible thunderstorms later this week, along with heat stress, dehydration, uncomfortable sleeping conditions, water safety risks, transport disruption, animal welfare concerns, drought concerns, and a heightened risk of wildfires.

The advisory is valid from 1am on Wednesday, July 8, until 2pm on Thursday, July 9. People are advised to follow updates from Met Éireann and take precautions in the heat.

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Men’s health cancer awareness talk in Newbridge

2026-07-07T06:56:58.640+01:00

A free Men’s Health Cancer Awareness Talk will take place at Newbridge Family Resource Centre on Friday, 10 July, from 11am to 12pm.

The session will be delivered by a nurse from the Marie Keating Foundation and will focus on cancer awareness, early detection, signs and symptoms, screening programmes, and ways to reduce cancer risk through healthy lifestyle choices.

The talk is aimed at men who want to learn more about looking after their health, as well as family members and friends who want to encourage loved ones to seek support and information.

Newbridge Family Resource Centre is at W12 PX65. For more information, contact Claire on 086 7702907.

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Free GAA club memberships for boys and girls opportunity

2026-07-07T05:00:00.000+01:00

Today, 7 July, is the last day to enter the Kilcullen GAA academy raffle, offering 20 free club memberships for 2026 to boys and girls aged 3-12.

To participate, applicants must answer a question on the poster, scan a QR code, and email their answer to ragsgaa@gmail.com, including the child’s name, age, and school.

This initiative aims to provide children with the opportunity to engage in team sports, and Kilcullen GAA is eager to welcome new members.

Additionally, all registered Kilcullen GAA academy members can win a Nintendo Switch by attending 10 sessions this summer.

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