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Minister of Education announces New Autism Class in CBS
Scoil Iognáid de Rís welcomed Minister for Education, Norma Foley, on Friday 24th February. The entrance area was festooned with the colours of the CBS when Minister Foley was welcomed by Fr. Richard Scriven, Chairperson of the Board of Management, Niall Bergin, Principal, Tom Cunniffe, Deputy Principal and Ann Marie Cahill, parents’ nominee on the …
The strong women characters created by John B Keane epitomised in Lakes Production of Moll
By Tom Dayton As a student of journalism, I felt quite chuffed when I received a call from The Kilkenny Observer to submit an article on the play Moll by JB Keane. I received a phone number for Lake Productions and I was to call the number when I arrived in Kilkenny to determine where …
The annual Red Mills Race Day at Gowran Park racecourse in Kilkenny
All photos by Kieran Harnett Sarah Cass from Castlekelly was crowned Best Dressed Lady at the Red Mills Race Day at Gowran Park this Saturday. Guest judge, presenter and nutritional coach, Nathalie Lennon had a tough job choosing from all of the stylish entries, and Sarah beat off the competition to win the top prize …
Nationwide tour from Christine Tobin includes a visit to the concert hall in Thomastown
Returning Weather is the latest work from Dublin born, multi-award-winning vocalist and songwriter Christine Tobin. Celebrated for her versatility and nonconformist musical spirit, Returning Weather imaginatively weaves song, spoken word and a stellar group of musicians from diverse disciplines together, creating a multi-dimensional sound-world which blends influences from folk, 20th-century art song and jazz. While …
‘Little Red Riding Hood’ pantomime in ‘Comer excelled as laughter and music was the call of the day
Words: Tom Dayton for The Kilkenny Observer Photos: Pat Shortall As the curtain came down on the Deenside Pantomime 2023, The Kilkenny Observer met with the society’s chairman Gerard ‘Chubby’ Brennan. Chubby admitted he was exhausted following the week-long run. “To be fair, it is a fair commitment, and I’m beginning to think that this …
Cellarstown woman joins other female artists as Swiss embassy honours Brigid
Mná na hEireann celebrated in Berne Irish Ambassador Eamon Hickey and the Irish Embassy were thrilled to host a reception to honour the achievements of Irish women involved in the creative arts in Switzerland. During the week, they gathered together musicians, poets, sculptors, writers, designers & others in celebration of Saint Brigid’s Day! Among those …
Wonderful memories of Callan in the 60’s and 70’s remembered as ‘The Beekeeper and the River’ launched
The inaugural launch of Dr Joe Kearney’s story collection, ‘The Beekeeper and the River,’ was held in Keogh’s pub in Mill Street Callan recently. There was big turnout for the event as Joe originally hails from Callan and his Sunday Miscellany contributions on RTE very often feature the town and his memories from growing up …
Connolly’s RED MILLS a local business with a world- wide reach
Nestled in the scenic Goresbridge countryside, Connolly’s RED MILLS has been the home of the Connolly family business since 1908. TODAY, they are one of the most trusted global names in high performance animal feed, pet food and agri products, but their origins were as humble as a fresh-baked loaf In 1800s Bagenalstown, County Carlow, …
Red Mills Race Day and style event
The fashionistas will be out in full force at Gowran Park next Saturday the 18th for the return of the annual Red Mills Race Day and Style Event. Connolly’s Red Mills have sponsored this much loved race meeting for over 40 years, and the Style event which was added in recent years is a wonderful …
Red Mills Day 2023
By Michael O’Leary Following the wonderful and amazing success of Thyestes Day where 12,500 spectators were in attendance, attention has now turned to Connolly’s Red Mills Day on Saturday 18th February in Gowran Park where even bigger numbers are expected on another major race day at the Local Track. For the Second consecutive year, Connolly’s …
