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Newpark FRC serving the community
Photos by jbs photos Kilkenny Newpark Close Family Resource Centre was built in 1976 to provide services and support for families living in Newpark Close and the surrounding areas. Primarily, its remit was to address the needs of children in the area and to eliminate the sense of isolation and social exclusion that some residents …
Last military casualty in 1923 to be remembered at St. Rioch’s Cemetery
Compiled by Gerry Cody. Research: Larry Scallan and Mary Ann Maher They say every day is a school day – and there is no doubt but the older you get, the more inquisitive you are, the hungrier for information and knowledge. When it comes to family and ancestors, the curiosity sensors ignite all the more. …
Savour Kilkenny Young Food Producers Market
Photos: Amanda Burke “MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre was proud to continue their longstanding tradition of hosting the Savour Young Food Producer’s Market on Saturday 28th October 2023. This one-day market showcased the culinary skills and delightful inventions of young chefs, bakers, and entrepreneurs from first to sixth year. There were 3 judges on the day: …
Kilkenny musical to be performed on Dublin stage
Brand new Irish musical ‘Letters From The Front’ written by Don O’Connor and Ollie Hennessy comes to Dublin this November. Starring West End Leading Lady, Rebecca Storm and a cast of 35 members Fresh from its premier at Kilkenny’s Watergate Theatre, the brand new Irish musical drama ‘Letters From The Front’, written by Don O’Connor and Ollie Hennessy will play the …
Savour Kilkenny Food Festival one to remember as 57,000 attend
It is estimated that 57,000 people attended the 15th annual Savour Kilkenny Food Festival 2023. Taking place across numerous different Kilkenny venues as well as food markets on the Parade, families and food enthusiasts enjoyed a wide range of cookery demonstrations, sell-out events and workshops. Savour Kilkenny offered a star-studded line-up that delighted visitors from …
National Award win for MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre
The Customer Experience Awards took place on Wednesday the 25th of October at Dublin’s Conrad Hotel. The Customer Experience Awards are a prestigious event that is dedicated to honouring businesses and individuals who have truly made a difference in the lives of their customers and recognise those that go above and beyond to deliver outstanding …
Barrel Yard rocking as Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny hosts tacos and ale pairing for Savour
The Customer Experience Awards took place on Wednesday the 25th of October at Dublin’s Conrad Hotel. The Customer Experience Awards are a prestigious event that is dedicated to honouring businesses and individuals who have truly made a difference in the lives of their customers and recognise those that go above and beyond to deliver outstanding …
Film maker Nicholas and one hundred years of change
In 2021, The Kilkenny Observer Newspaper sat down with Nicholas Ryan Purcell. It is fair to say that Nicholas is one of the kindest humans around and a more obliging young man you wouldn’t meet. Apart from that, he is one of the best film makers about. At thirteen years of age he was diagnosed …
Mná na hÉireann take centre stage at Savour Kilkenny with an impressive line-up of female chefs
Savour Kilkenny Food Festival is delighted to showcase the best of Irish cuisine with a spectacular line-up of female chefs and producers headlining this year’s event, taking place from October 27th to 30th. Celebrating the richness and diversity of our local food industry, the annual festival features a star-studded line-up of chefs including culinary powerhouses …
Last chance to indulge in the dining delights of Savour Kilkenny Food Festival
The last few dining event tickets are almost gone! The countdown is on! There are only a few days left before the highly anticipated kick-off of Savour Kilkenny, Ireland’s premier food festival. Don’t miss out on enjoying some of the festival’s special events at this gastronomic extravaganza that promises a weekend full of culinary delights …
