Variability is Healthy
Variability is an important aspect of health in many systems in life By Paul Bolger. Chartered Physiotherapist at Nano Physiotherapy, Kilkenny (www.nanophysio.ie). We humans like stability. We create rules and routines. Structure, routine and predictability are all important. However, a level of variability seems to be essential for health and resilience in a wide range of …
Kilkenny City Continues to be a Major Growth Hub in Southern Region and Sustainable Transport Options are Needed
Kilkenny City, the fourth-largest settlement in the Southern Region with a population of 27,184 as of 2022, has become the largest employment centre in the state outside of the five metropolitan areas. Kilkenny’s strong employment growth is attributable to ongoing strong performances in the fintech, agri-food and tourism sectors. The investment by Abbott Laboratories in …
Stamp of approval for Kilkenny postcards at Ryans
On Culture night in Kilkenny city, Ryan’s on Friary Street will host Deltiology. A body would be forgiven for assuming that this is another band in the long list of wonderful bands hosted by proprietor Arthur Drohan in Kilkenny’s number one music venue. Deltiology is from Greek meaning “writing tablet, letter”; and is the study …
New director Rafter has major plans for Kilkenny choir
The Kilkenny Choir has appointed a new Music Director, Kilkenny native, Patrick Rafter. Patrick is regarded as one of Ireland’s most outstanding musicians, international award-winning violinist and conductor and has toured Europe, the Middle East, South America and Asia as a soloist, director, conductor, and recitalist. During his career, Patrick has studied with, and performed …
Sick-days, egg-flips … and the Reader’s Digest
FURTHERMORE By Gerry Moran I loved being sick when I was young, when I was maybe 12 and in 6th class in Primary School. And I loved being sick for a three reasons: one, I didn’t have to go to school and school was tough. We had a Brother Grennan, known as ‘Jack’ because of …
LOTTO WINNER PRESENTATION
Well done Dave Little who became the latest winner of the Lotto Jackpot at Dicksboro G.A.A and Camogie Club taking home a substantial amount after his number selection matched those drawn at the Clubs Lotto draw on September the 5th. Development Lotto Committee members presented Dave with his winnings at a function in the Dicksboro …
Support Brain Power with Eskimo Oil For Kids
BY CLAIR WHITTY From the exciting moment of your child’s first words through to their first day at school, it’s amazing how quickly a child’s brain grows and develops. By the age of 6, the brain has already reached 95% of its peak size! We can’t overstate the importance of supporting a child’s development during …
HERITAGE WEEK THE GLUE THAT BRINGS OUR HISTORY TO LIFE
The Kilkenny Arts Festival had barely pulled down the blinds on a hugely successful 2024 season, when, lo and behold, the curtain went up on Heritage week. National Heritage Week celebrates Ireland’s cultural, built and natural heritage. It brings together volunteers, community groups and heritage enthusiasts to share their experience, knowledge culture and practices. There …
O’Loughlin’s to tackle Tullaroan in league final
Vegas Boys vs ‘Town in shield decider BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE St. Canice’s Credit Union Senior Hurling League & Championship After five rounds of action, group placings have been decided with Tullaroan and O’Loughlin Gaels taking top spot in group’s A and B respectively. The current county champions are the only side with …
Pedestrianising High St: a blessing or a curse?
THE LAST WORD By Pat Coughlan Pedestrianisation, the act of converting streets for the exclusive use of pedestrians, is a hot topic in urban planning. It promises cleaner air, safer streets, and a boost for local businesses. But, like a double-edged sword, it can also disrupt traffic and accessibility. So, is it a blessing or …
