Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny launch new Autumn Training and Events Programme 2026
A new Autumn Training and Events Programme aimed at empowering small businesses in Kilkenny has been announced by the Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny. The Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny has launched their training and events programme for Autumn/Winter 2026. This programme schedule provides potential new entrepreneurs and small business currently operating in the County, the opportunity …
The passing of Mick Lennon: the closing of a chapter
The recent passing of Mick Lennon in his 96th year brought deep sadness to Kilkenny and to many parts of the country. His passing, since Mick was an integral part of the Newpark neighbourhood, leaves a huge void in our community. His passing also closes a chapter on a generation of the highly Respected and …
A great day in every way
The Mill Family Resource Centre would like to extend a massive thank you to everyone who joined us and supported our Annual Family Fun Day at the Centre on Sunday, August 16th. The event once again proved to be a wonderful afternoon for the local community, with families, friends and supporters coming together to enjoy …
The “Busiest Street in Town”
By John Fitzgerald (Part One) I’ve quoted the late Seamus O’ Brien many times in articles. Throughout his life, Seamus promoted all aspects of Callan’s heritage and was a tireless community activist. He loved sport and served on local committees dedicated to reviving the sporting fortunes of the district. He was a long serving secretary …
Zest Back to College this Year Energised
BY CLAIR WHITTY What a fantastic summer we have had this year, it’s one that I think we will all remember for a long time. And with all that sunshine you would imagine that you would be all be well powered up for the year ahead, especially anyone that is heading back to work or …
JJ Kavanagh Junior B Hurling Final 2026
James Stephens 4-21; Fenians 2-12. John Power at UPMC Nowlan Park. James Stephens completed a league and championship double in the Junior B grade with a comfortable fifteen-point victory over Fenians Johnstown in the last of this weekend’s four finals at UPMC Nowlan Park. A combination of the experience of 17 All Ireland Senior Hurling …
Countrystyle Foods Junior D Hurling Final 2026
Mooncoin 1-21; Young Irelands 1-14. John Power at UPMC Nowlan Park Mooncoin made amends for their disappointment in the 2025 Junior D County Final when they emerged victorious in this year’s decider against Young Irelands of Gowran at UPMC Nowlan Park on Saturday last. In a keenly contested final, which remained in the balance for …
Village look to go 5 & 0 as they eye senior return
Mooncoin look to top Group A with Inistioge victory BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE Michael Lyng Motors Hyundai Intermediate Hurling League 2026 Things are shaping up nicely ahead of the final round of group games in this season’s Michael Lyng Motors Hyundai Intermediate Hurling League, as teams battle it out for a shot at …
Walt Disney’s business in Kilkenny
By Niamh Holohan Kilkenny city and county oozes charisma and magical enchantment. The castle boasts native fairytalesque allure. There are so many global links that trace their heritage back to Ireland. I was partially raised on the fables and fairytales that Walt Disney reimagined and created. I have had a Disney fever ever since and …
JJ Kavanagh Junior A Hurling Final
Glenmore 2-17; Shamrocks Ballyhale 0-14. John Power at UPMC Nowlan Park Glenmore captured the JJ Kavanagh Junior A Hurling Championship title for the fifth time with a powerful second-half performance against Southern neighbours Shamrocks Ballyhale at UPMC Nowlan Park on Saturday last. Having won last year’s Junior B title, Glenmore had returned to the A …
