Who cares for our legion of carers?
THE FACT OF THE MATTER BY PAUL HOPKINS To borrow from the Liberator Daniel O’Connell, if you throw your hat over any community in Ireland, you’d hit someone, many even, volunteering as a full-time carer. According to Family Carers Ireland, there are 500,000 carers, often working silently away, often unseen by many. They save the …
Graduates to Exhibit in Thomastown
The much-anticipated Grennan Mill graduate show is coming next week! Opening on Friday May 22nd and running through the weekend, this exciting exhibition of emerging craftspeople is not to be missed. The students of the craft school at Island Mill campus of the KCETB in Thomastown have been hard at work for two years honing …
Community Awards 2026
Kilkenny County Council held the Community Awards Night in the Parade Tower in Kilkenny Castle on Thursday 30th April 2026. Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council, Cllr. Mary Hilda Cavanagh welcomed all the groups who attended the Community Awards ceremony that is held in recognition and to acknowledge the dedication and work of the community groups carried …
A farewell to Kilkenny’s queen of theatre
The death of Mary Cradock at the end of April left the city and county of Kilkenny stunned. A woman, well known for her incredible contribution to theatre, had, in one way or another, touched thousands of people. Two projects come to mind. Her contribution to theatre and her work with the deaf community. Back …
Offaly welcome Cats in round 3 clash
Maximum points a must from Tullamore trip BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE Leinster GAA Senior Hurling Championship 2026 Offaly vs Kilkenny Glenisk O’Connor Park, Tullamore Sunday, 3pm We’re on the road again, we’re on our way to paradise. That’s a line from a well-known song. From a Kilkenny point of view, only the first …
Nicky Roche-Absent Without Leave in Callan
By John Fitzgerald Many Callan men flocked to join the defence forces over the years, but at least one of them didn’t share his comrades’ fondness for army life. Nicky Roche of Kilbride (and later Mill Street) became allergic to the marching, training, saluting, parade ground antics, and just about anything of a military nature …
VEGAS BOYS TAKE TOP PRIZE
Mullinavat 1-15; Tullogher Rosbercon 0-11 By John Power at UPMC Nowlan Park Mullinavat secured yet another memorable triumph as they claimed their eighth JJ Kavanagh Kilkenny Senior Football Championship title in the past ten seasons, producing a blistering and decisive second-half performance against near neighbours Tullogher Rosbercon at UPMC Nowlan Park. In what began as …
The Wattle, the Fern and the Shamrock, as ANZAC is commemorated
Photos Alison Hallahan and jbs kilkenny Memorial services are a time for reflection, remembrance, and honouring the life of a loved one. One of the most poignant and symbolic rituals performed during these services is the lighting of candles. This simple act carries a profound significance that transcends cultural and religious boundaries, offering a universal …
Sneezes, pollen, and unexpected allergy chaos
CHOICES SHAPE YOUR FUTURE By Judith Ashton This time of year can cause suffering for so many people due to pollen which can trigger :sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose and other symptoms. It’s a time of dread for those with seasonal allergies. I am allergic to cigarette smoke, female cats and Royal Jelly which is …
The ego shouts. Wisdom whispers. And more…
FURTHERMORE By Gerry Moran “Are you emotional?” I was asked. We were having our regular friendly drinks together. “Am I what?” I replied. “I get emotional watching the Angelus.” And I do. I got very emotional watching that scene they used to air a while back: a mother and daughter, with special needs, making a …
