Comedy and drama in Gowran
Gowran Little Theatre is bustling with activity as they gear up for their highly anticipated production, “An Evening of One Acts and Monologues,” set to grace the stage of Gowran Parish Hall on June 7th and 8th. Under the expert guidance of directors Michael Hayes and Peter Madden, the atmosphere is charged with excitement and …
Farmers in fight for survival
Councillor Pat Fitzpatrick says that farmers are facing the biggest battle of a generation for survival and our rural economy is in the front line. “At stake is the survival of traditional family farms and hundreds of jobs in County Kilkenny”, he said. Councillor Fitzpatrick identified the Nitrates directive and the serious threat to Derogation …
Mental Health – Right assessment and care in a timely fashion in the right place with the right professionals
In my experience canvassing here in Kilkenny over recent months, I am inspired by the fortitude of so many family members in coping with the effects of mental ill-health. At the same time, I am saddened that so many parents and guardians have to deal with this problem with very limited support and back up …
How much Protein do I need?
BY CLAIR WHITTY With longer days and brighter evenings, now is the perfect time of year to focus on your fitness goals. Whether it’s weight resistance training, a light jog or joining your local dance class; your body will thank you for getting your heart pumping and limbs moving. Here are some tips from Aoife …
Bergin’s boys shine in provincial title win
Jake ‘The Rake’ top scores as Cats claim 60th minor crown BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE Electric Ireland Leinster MHC Final Laois Hire O’ Moore Park, Portlaoise Kilkenny 1-13 Dublin 1-9 A stunning goal from John Lockes player Ollie O’Donovan helped claim this year’s Electric Ireland Leinster Minor hurling title for Kilkenny. The tricky …
Golden celebrations for Kilkenny Goodwill society
By Stephen Patterson Photos: jbs photos kilkenny If you can think back to last Tuesday, you will remember that the weather was very inclement. A wet miserable May day. Kilkenny folk had heeded the forecast by the good people of Met Eireann and jackets and umbrellas were the fashion of the day. However, if you …
Local Heroes…
PART 2 BY JOHN FITZGERALD The Tans again snatched Tom Barron from the village of Newmarket. An impromptu escape bid was thwarted when the enemy shot part of a wall from under him with a Lewis Machine Gun. Villagers shuddered as the weapon spat fire and sent stone and mortar flying through the air. They jostled Tom …
SENIOR FOOTBALL COUNTY CHAMPS 2024
Dicksboro 1-09 Lisdowney 1-06 Dicksboro GAA and Camogie club collected their 1st silverware of 2024 in defeating a determined Lisdowney side in tricky second half conditions in Castlecomer on Thursday night bringing home the Edward Langton Senior Football Championship cup on a 1-09 to 1-06 final scoreline. At half time with Dicksboro leading by 1-08 …
A BUSY YEAR AS CLARA I.C.A CELEBRATE 70th BIRTHDAY
Photos by Pat Shortall It was a very special occasion last week for members of Clara ICA. A celebration, with a dinner at The Clubhouse hotel and a mass celebrated by Fr Willie Purcell saw the guild reflect on a wonderful history as they celebrated 70 years in existence. In attendance at the dinner was …
How your vote could shape Europe’s future
THE LAST WORD By Pat Coughlan When ever we talk about the Members of the European Parliament, or MEPs as they’re known, it’s like talking about the unsung heroes of our day-to-day. These folk have a hand in everything from the air we breathe to the safety of the food on our plates. But, let’s …
