By Jimmy Rhatigan, Editor Kilkenny Observer TALK about biting the hand that feeds you. The Green Party may have noble aims as it bids to cotton wool Planet Earth but when it comes to chivalry members are cocooned in a dunces’ corner. The boys and girls who are devoted to a green machine are also …

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Dear heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked many favours. This time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour not mine. Amen. Say this …

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David Roche Injury Clinic works with numerous champions, Olympians and professional athletes from around the world who come to avail of treatment and rehab at its state of the art clinic in Kilkenny City Alongside that has won some prestigious awards for customer service working with general public and post-surgery patients. Management and staff are …

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SNEEZING, itchy eyes, nose, and throat are common symptoms of hay fever. Sound familiar? There are natural solutions that can help. Other symptoms include watery eyes and runny nose. Some people may experience pressure over the forehead, or nasal congestion. This can make it difficult to determine for if its hay fever or a sinus …

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LA Rivista is delighted to be bringing back some beloved firm family favourites to its Take Away Menu from this weekend. From Friday you can enjoy delicious Baked Vegetable Lasagne, Baby Gem Ceasar Salad and a fresh and crispy Grilled Chicken Ceasar Salad available from the Take Away Menu. Also available is a wide range …

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PROTECTING Pound Dogs in Kilkenny and animal shelters across the country are struggling in the face of Covid-19. With the current restrictions in place the normal rate of adoption and rehoming is not taking place. Animal rescue centres have predicted a surge in returns of animals following lockdown and a spike in cat and dog litters. …

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WE ARE delighted that ESHRE has updated its guidelines which will enable patients to return to fertility treatment. Once the Irish government’s restrictions on movement are relaxed, we will be able to continue treatments and testing. We are making sure our clinics remain Covid-19-free and we already have strict protocols in place for carrying out treatments …

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PRESIDENT, Jack Kearns, Chairman, Robert Dowley and members of Iverk Show have decided to cancel this year’s show which was due to take place on August 22, 2020. Guided by the recommendations of the Government, HSE, Irish Shows’ Association and bearing in mind the health and safety of all our friends and patrons we felt …

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