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Searches of lands on the Wicklow-Kildare border as part of investigation into murder of Kilkenny woman Jo Jo Dullard have concluded
59+ min ago (91+ words) Image: Jo Jo Dullard Missing, Facebook The search as part of the investigations into the murders of Jo Jo Dullard and Deirdre Jacob has ended. Garda" began the latest search at a disused quarry on the Wicklow Kildare border on…...
Time for "zero-tolerance" in Kilkenny city centre
2+ hour, 34+ min ago (290+ words) He was reacting to his'own dealings with business owners in the area along with reporting by'KCLR in which we've heard from traders who are witnessing increasing levels of theft, intimidation and what's been described as professional begging. While Cllr Mc…...
Muckalee showcases community spirit as Pride of Place judges visit
4+ hour, 9+ min ago (217+ words) Muckalee welcomed judges from the IPB Pride of Place National Competition this morning, showcasing the village's strong community spirit and volunteer-led initiatives. Representatives from local community groups, alongside elected councillors, guided the judging panel on a tour of the community…...
Funding boost for outdoor swimming spots in County Carlow
9+ hour, 19+ min ago (121+ words) Carlow will receive "23, 400 in funding towards access steps and swim shelters for the River Barrow and Bagenalstown. This is part of a new initiative announced by the Minister for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy, Jennifer Murnane O'Connor....
Anyone Can Beat Anyone" " Ruth Expects Fierce Battle As Carlow Football Championship Begins
8+ hour, 24+ min ago (247+ words) The countdown is on to the 2026 Carlow Football Championships after all grades were officially launched at Netwatch Cullen Park last night. The senior championship gets underway on Thursday, July 19th, with defending champions Old Leighlin opening the defence of their title…...
Carlow and Kilkenny mark Ireland taking over the Presidency of the European Council
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (235+ words) Image: European Flags at Strasbourg, Edwina Grace 2019 As'Ireland takes over the Presidency of the European Council today, our local authorities look set to mark the occasion. Hundreds of meetings of European Ministers and leaders are expected while our country takes…...
North Kilkenny supermarket awarded for 'outstanding commitment to community-focused retailing"
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (131+ words) North Kilkenny supermarket awarded for 'outstanding commitment to community-focused retailing' KCLR 96 FM North Kilkenny supermarket awarded for "outstanding commitment to community-focused retailing" The recognition's for Furey Smyth's Eurospar in Castlecomer Image; Pictured at the recent EUROSPAR Customer First Programme Awards…...
Fundraiser launched by family of man killed in Kilkenny crash
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (94+ words) A fundraiser's been launched by the family of the man who was killed in a crash in Kilkenny last week. Damian Wr'bel is understood to have been living and working locally for many years. He's been named as the person…...
Criminal legal aid solicitors warn system could grind to a halt over payment reforms
2+ day, 25+ min ago (199+ words) Criminal legal aid solicitors are threatening to withdraw from the legal aid scheme from tomorrow unless the Government engages with them over proposed changes to how they are paid. The reforms, introduced by Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan, would replace the…...
Whats App to let users hide phone numbers
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (124+ words) Approximately 3. 3 billion Whats App users will soon be able to hide their phone numbers by creating unique usernames. The new feature means people can connect on the messaging app without sharing their personal number, offering greater privacy, particularly in group…...