Minister for Housing Launches Affordable Homes in Kilkenny City
In Kilkenny on Wednesday 29th May, Minister Darragh O’Brien visited two housing development sites to officially open Affordable Homes, at Cluain Glasan and Nyne Park. Both developments are new build projects including private, affordable private and social homes. Between both developments more than 320 new build homes will be provided. The Cairn Homes development at …
It may seem like just an old suitcase, but what treasure it contains
Words: Stephen Patterson Photos: Pat Shortall The Kilkenny Involvement Centre and The Recovery College South East recently launched their book of poetry and prose, ‘White Twine and Old Suitcases’, at Butler House, Kilkenny. The beautiful 120 page anthology, with 60 contributors, is complemented by photos and artwork from the T.A.S.K camera club. This is the …
TJ rules the roost in battling win over Wexford
Contentious penalty paves the way for home win BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE Leinster Senior Hurling Championship Round 5, UPMC Nowlan Park Kilkenny 1-24 Wexford 2-20 Referee: Liam Gordon Kilkenny held off a strong challenge from Wexford to advance to this year’s provincial decider where they will face-off against Micheál Donoghue’s Dublin, who emerged …
Stress & Your Immune System
A little stress boosts immunity – but chronic stress causes problems By Paul Bolger. Chartered Physiotherapist at Nano Physiotherapy, Kilkenny (www.nanophysio.ie). Last week we looked at what stress is – a key physiological response that allows living things to survive in this world. It is perfectly healthy and normal, but it can become a problem when …
My memories of the Cat Laughs Comedy Festival
FURTHERMORE By Gerry Moran The Cat Laughs Comedy Festival is upon us and I have some great memories of it down the years. And some not so great. Take for instance the year I brought my 14-year-old to a show in Langton’s. We sat in the front row; we had to as the place was …
Comedy and drama in Gowran
Gowran Little Theatre is bustling with activity as they gear up for their highly anticipated production, “An Evening of One Acts and Monologues,” set to grace the stage of Gowran Parish Hall on June 7th and 8th. Under the expert guidance of directors Michael Hayes and Peter Madden, the atmosphere is charged with excitement and …
Farmers in fight for survival
Councillor Pat Fitzpatrick says that farmers are facing the biggest battle of a generation for survival and our rural economy is in the front line. “At stake is the survival of traditional family farms and hundreds of jobs in County Kilkenny”, he said. Councillor Fitzpatrick identified the Nitrates directive and the serious threat to Derogation …
Mental Health – Right assessment and care in a timely fashion in the right place with the right professionals
In my experience canvassing here in Kilkenny over recent months, I am inspired by the fortitude of so many family members in coping with the effects of mental ill-health. At the same time, I am saddened that so many parents and guardians have to deal with this problem with very limited support and back up …
How much Protein do I need?
BY CLAIR WHITTY With longer days and brighter evenings, now is the perfect time of year to focus on your fitness goals. Whether it’s weight resistance training, a light jog or joining your local dance class; your body will thank you for getting your heart pumping and limbs moving. Here are some tips from Aoife …
Bergin’s boys shine in provincial title win
Jake ‘The Rake’ top scores as Cats claim 60th minor crown BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE Electric Ireland Leinster MHC Final Laois Hire O’ Moore Park, Portlaoise Kilkenny 1-13 Dublin 1-9 A stunning goal from John Lockes player Ollie O’Donovan helped claim this year’s Electric Ireland Leinster Minor hurling title for Kilkenny. The tricky …
