Andrew’s disgrace: the trouble with ‘spares’
AS I SEE IT BY MARIANNE HERON Charles 1 lost his head in 1649 and the British Monarchy abolished. Andrew Mountbatten Windsor only lost his title as Prince and Duke of York and his home in the Royal Lodge at Windsor. His disgrace follows ongoing revelations about his association with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein and …
MrPRICE now open on Gaol Road, Kilkenny!
“Worth the wait!” say thrilled shoppers as huge crowds flock to the grand opening Excitement was sky-high in Kilkenny on Thursday morning, 6th November, as MrPRICE opened its brand-new store on Gaol Road and customers were out in force long before 9am to be among the first inside when the store opened at 12! After …
What if there were no internet?
THE FACT OF THE MATTER BY PAUL HOPKINS While doing a WhatsApp video call with my two granddaughters here, aged four and two, to my other two granddaughters in America, aged seven and four, I was amused by the quizzical look on the youngest child’s face, perplexed to a degree as to how she could …
MUCKALEE’S MONUMENTAL MOMENT
Muckalee made history on Saturday, claiming their first AIB Leinster LGFA junior club title, defeating St Colmcille’s (Meath) by a single point at Coralstown/Kinnegad GAA. The triumph marks a monumental moment for the Kilkenny club, ending a two-decade provincial drought and cementing their place in the county’s ladies football history. A late, decisive point from …
Creative Youth Programme Sparks Community Transformation in Johnstown and Urlingford
Families and community members gathered on November 8th at Johnstown Community Hall to celebrate the creativity and achievements of young participants, showcased through an inspiring exhibition of music and visual art. A dynamic series of youth-led creative workshops—spanning music, visual art, poetry, and storytelling—has brought new energy and connection to the communities of Johnstown and …
Rethinking the word “Apocalypse”
CHOICES SHAPE YOUR FUTURE By Judith Ashton I was listening to the radio recently when a scholar mentioned the true meaning of the word “Apocalypse” comes from the Greek meaning “lifting the veil / to uncover / to reveal.” I had a lightbulb moment! Wow! Was it misinterpreted to mean, “the end of the world …
A tribute to Tommy Cuddihy
BY JOHN FITZGERALD Callan witnessed a sad farewell last week. Amid pouring rain and a wind that fanned autumn leaves across darkened West Street, hundreds of grieving friends queued outside the funeral home. They had gathered to say goodbye to Tommy Cuddihy. They recalled Tommy (66) as honest, kind, a lover of nature, and the …
County Council Library Service Celebrates 30 Years of Science Week with Hands-On Discovery and Family Fun
Kilkenny County Council Library Service is proud to announce an exciting programme of events for Science Week 2025, taking place from 9 -16 November, celebrating the national theme: “Then. Today. Tomorrow.” This year marks the 30th anniversary of Science Week in Ireland, a milestone that reflects on the evolution of science and its impact on our lives past, present, …
Muckalee Ladies Book Leinster Final Spot After Goal-Laden Thriller Against Raheny
Muckalee Ladies secured their place in the 2025 AIB Leinster Junior Club Final after a dramatic, high-scoring showdown with Raheny at Abbotstown, emerging victorious by 2-11 to 4-04. In a contest brimming with intensity, grit, and no shortage of scoring, the Kilkenny side held their nerve to withstand a determined Raheny outfit and now look …
Sullivan’s Taproom: Heritage Brewing Meets Family-Friendly Fun
Nestled in the heart of Kilkenny at 15 John Street Lower, Sullivan’s Taproom offers far more than a lively pub atmosphere—it serves as the proud home of Sullivan’s beer, brewed by the historic Sullivan’s Brewing Company. The brewery’s heritage is deeply woven into the identity of Kilkenny, tracing its origins back to 1702, when the …
