New shows added to Immersive Christmas experience in Kilkenny
Starlight by Luxmuralis extends festive ‘Son et Lumiere’ New shows have been added to the immersive Christmas experience, Starlight by Luxmurialis, making its Irish debut at St Canice’s Cathedral this December. The 35-minute 360° experience brings audiences on an immersive celestial journey through a series of light, sound, and fine-art projections, culminating in a powerful retelling of …
GRAIGUENAMANAGH’S OPENING DAY
The opening of the Graiguenamanagh GAA clubhouse extension and new gym marked an important milestone not only for the club, but for the wider community that has supported it for generations. On an otherwise dull day, players young and old, club volunteers, local families, and invited guests gathered to celebrate a development that reflects years …
Kilkenny County Council Arts Act Grants and Residency Bursary Announced
Kilkenny County Council Arts Office is delighted to announce their annual call out for applications for the Arts Act Grants and Residency Award Bursaries for 2026. Deadline for all awards is Monday 26th January 2026 at 4pm. For queries please contact the Arts Office at 0567794547 or email deirdre.southey@kilkennycoco.ie Arts Act Grants 2026 The 2003 Arts Act …
Recreation in Old Callan
By John Fitzgerald (Part one) In previous articles I recounted the exploits of the barefoot hurlers on Callan’s Fair Green in the early years of the 20th century. From late springtime, all through the summer, and for most of autumn, budding and experienced hurlers practised day after day, honing their skills. The same venue played host …
Virtual Treasury of Ireland Roadshow Visits Kilkenny’s Mayfair Library
Photos by Ro Kilkenny County Council Library Service proudly hosted the Virtual Treasury Roadshow at Mayfair Library on Tuesday, 25 November, offering the public a unique opportunity to explore Kilkenny’s rich history through cutting-edge digital resources. The evening also marked the launch of the Irish Manuscripts Commission’s latest publication: The Statute of Kilkenny, edited by …
Gifting with Irish Gifts this Christmas
BY CLAIR WHITTY Are you looking for an Irish brand product for a friend or loved one. Here are some of our favourite Irish brands. Local honey is always popular; you might choose one from our selection of Wexford honeys or we can create a beautiful hamper with two or three from our range. Holos …
Urlingford Crowned Roinn B County Champions After Commanding Display in Dunmore vs Rower Inistioge
MW Hire Dunmore Park was in immaculate condition for the Under-13 Boys Roinn B County Final, where two in-form sides, Urlingford and The Rower Inistioge met after edging their respective semi-finals. With a lively crowd gathered and John McCormack taking charge of proceedings, anticipation was high. Urlingford’s sixth-class duo, Dylan Tobin and Jayden Elfehli, won …
Stafford strike sinks Shamrocks dreams
The wait for provincial title No.13 goes on for Henry’s men BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE AIB Leinster Club SHC Final Shamrocks Ballyhale 2-17 St Martin’s 0-24 An injury time score from sub Ben Stafford secured a first ever senior Leinster hurling title for St Martin’s of Wexford as they secured victory over Shamrocks …
Danesfort deliver Leinster crown!
Richie Hogan cameo helps Burke’s men claim Tommy Murphy Cup BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE AIB Leinster Club IHC final Danesfort 2-15 Ratoath 0-12 It wasn’t in the script, one of the greatest making their first appearance of the season in the provincial final, and helping his side turn a deficit into victory, but …
McGuinness TD: “Utter Disgust” at Uisce Éireann’s Failure to Engage with Inistioge Community
Fianna Fáil Carlow–Kilkenny TD John McGuinness has condemned Uisce Éireann (Irish Water) for what he describes as a “shocking and disgraceful failure” to respond to legitimate public concerns regarding the water infrastructure in Inistioge and surrounding communities. Deputy McGuinness attended a well-attended public meeting in Inistioge on Monday, 10 November, where residents expressed deep frustration at the ongoing deterioration of …
