Features
A cast-iron heritage…
By John Fitzgerald The Kilkenny Heritage Walkers took another step back in time on Saturday. The theme was a series of cast iron plaques mounted in 1844 to mark the dividing lines between city and county. Though seventeen plaques were forged to define the Borough Boundary, only nine of them have survived and it was …
The richness of the past gives hope for the future-Bishop Nash
Photographs by Conor Gleeson and Derek Dooley An historic milestone was celebrated by local clergy and parishioners on Saturday 22nd August, as The Church of the Holy Cross in Cuffesgrange marked 200 years in existence. Chief celebrant for the Mass of thanksgiving was Bishop Ger Nash along with Fr. Willie Hennessy P.P. The concelebrants were …
Bishop Ger is installed as Bishop of Ossory
A magnificent day was had in Kilkenny last Sunday, as Ger Nash was installed as Bishop of Ossory. St Marys Cathedral on James’s Street was packed to capacity, with people from Ferns, Clare Kilkenny, and many other counties.. The attendance included ArchbishopEamon Martin, Archbishop Dermot Farrell, Archbishop Kieran O’Reilly, Bishop Denis Nulty, Bishop Niall Coll …
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 …
St. John’s Parish pilgrimage to Knock – a day of faith and fellowship
An enthusiastic group of parishioners from St. John’s Parish, Kilkenny, travelled to the Marian Shrine in Knock, Co. Mayo on Friday, 21st August for the annual parish pilgrimage. The pilgrimage, led by Monsignor Dan Carroll, left St. John’s Church at 7.00am with 120 parishioners travelling. Despite the early start, there was a great sense of …
Tony and Jane and ‘The Shared Studio’
Photos credit: Ros Kavanagh, courtesy Butler Gallery. Butler Gallery, in association with Kilkenny Arts Festival, was delighted to present a building- wide exhibition honouring the work of the late Tony O’Malley (1913-2003) and Jane O’Malley (1944-2023). This expansive exhibition marks the receipt of the bequest of both artists’ estates by Jane O’Malley to Butler Gallery …
Fertagh Round Tower: A landmark of faith and history in North Kilkenny
The Kilkenny Observer welcomes John Comerford from Kilkenny tours who will bring us on trip to visit various locations in Kilkenny city and county. The Kilkenny Observer is delighted to bring you a piece of history on the first Friday of each month. To give the full history on each location would take up too …
Young Kilkenny artist represents Ireland at major Tokyo Exhibition
Young Kilkenny artist, Aurianna Hanlon – a 16-year old student at Loreto Secondary School – has recently returned from Japan after attending the 27th International High School Arts Festival in Tokyo at which her prize-winning entry from this year’s 72nd Texaco Children’s Art Competition was displayed. Travelling at the invitation of the International Foundation for …
A great day in every way
The Mill Family Resource Centre would like to extend a massive thank you to everyone who joined us and supported our Annual Family Fun Day at the Centre on Sunday, August 16th. The event once again proved to be a wonderful afternoon for the local community, with families, friends and supporters coming together to enjoy …
