Mud, music, mayhem and flower power
CHOICES SHAPE YOUR FUTURE By Judith Ashton My son, Jack, got me an Electric Picnic ticket. Always up for adventure, I embraced the challenge! It was a fascinating weekend in so many ways and all roads were leading to this musical mecca of the moment. A tribal gathering of the good, the bad and the …
Stress management and a dead cow!
FURTHERMORE By Gerry Moran Stress is a killer. We all know that. Folks who smoke 20 fags a day know full well that stress is the real killer, not nicotine. Men who drink six pints of porter every night know bloody well that stress is the killer, not alcohol. But seriously, we daren’t ignore nicotine …
Official Opening of Bigwood Playground, Mullinavat
Kilkenny County Council is delighted to celebrate the official opening of the new Bigwood Playground in Mullinavat, a significant community achievement that will serve the community for many years to come. The new playground was officially opened on Friday 28th August 2026 by Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council, Cllr. Joe Malone, alongside Cllr. Ger Frisby, Chairperson …
O’Loughlin Gaels crowned JJ Kavanagh Junior E Champions
JJ Kavanagh County Junior E Hurling Final 2026. O’Loughlin Gaels 1-19; Glenmore 1-12. John Power at UPMC Nowlan Park O’Loughlin Gaels are the new JJ Kavanagh Junior E champions following a deserved victory over a spirited Glenmore side in an entertaining and competitive final at UPMC Nowlan Park. This was very much a game of …
International speaker for St Mary’s Cathedral
A very respected speaker is to travel to St Mary’s Cathedral to speak on the Majestic power of St Michael the Archangel. The much anticipated event will take place from 6pm to 9pm on September 18th. Fr Peter Prusakiewicz (who currently resides in the General House of the Congregation of St Michael the Archangel located …
Trish Maher – U13 camogie cup & shield memorial tournament
On Saturday, the 5th of September, the Tullaroan Camogie Club proudly hosted the Trish Maher Memorial Tournament for Under-13 camogie teams. This special event was held in memory of Trish Maher, and it brought together clubs, families, and supporters for what turned out to be a fantastic day of sport, friendship, and community spirit. The …
Mullinavat dig deep to secure another year in senior ranks
St Canices Credit Union SHL Group A Round Five. Mullinavat 0-19; Clara 0-17. John Power at Thomastown GAA Grounds. Mullinavat will play senior hurling in Kilkenny for another year following a hard-fought five-point victory over Clara in their final group game at the excellent Thomastown venue on Saturday evening last. In a contest which ebbed …
In search of silverware and survival!
League finalists confirmed as dreaded drop looms for Noreside quartet BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE St Canice’s Credit Union Senior Hurling League Super Saturday on Noreside saw no shortage of entertainment as the final round of games in the 2026 St Canice’s Credit Union Senior Hurling League were played out at six venues across …
Carrickshock maintain control against Young Irelands
Michael Lyng Motors Hyundai Intermediate Hurling League Carrickshock 0-26; Young Irelands, Gowran 1-14 (17). John Power at Thomastown GAA Grounds Carrickshock deservedly came out on top in this round five Michael Lyng Motors Hyundai Intermediate Hurling League clash against Young Irelands at Thomastown on Saturday afternoon last. From the opening exchanges, the ‘Shocks looked the …
Perimenopause – Understanding the Changes and Supporting Your Body
BY CLAIR WHITTY Perimenopause is something every woman will go through, but for many of us it can come as a surprise. It usually starts in our 40s, although it can begin earlier, and it’s the time when our hormones start to fluctuate before menopause. These hormonal changes can affect us in many different ways, …
