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Put yourself in her shoes
“Taking a backseat behind the chaos and a back track to the reason behind it all, we take a deep dive into the mind of Debbie Brennan and how she ended up being a drug mule at only seventeen.” We, at The Kilkenny Observer are delighted to kick off 2023 with part four of the …
Allen Larkin R.I.P.
On December 24th, word spread around Kilkenny city and county of the death of Allen Larkin. A former employee of Smithwick’s Brewery, Alan was a very well-known and liked man, with a particular passion for GAA, and a special devotion to his club James Stephens. The following is a report sent to The Kilkenny Observer …
Laughter, lunch, and stories galore as Saint Mary’s Day Care Centre celebrate
Words: Peter Martin Photos by jbs photos Kilkenny There is no doubting that Kilkenny and her streets are full of history. Walkin Street falls into that category. Ask any resident from the area and they will give a glowing report of growing up on that patch. In his book on ‘St. Rioch’s’, former brewery employee …
A packed Set Theatre enjoys all star concert and raises funds for Kilimanjaro Direct
Photos by Aoife O’Neill The Set Theatre on John Street was packed to capacity when an all-star concert was staged on Christmas week. Produced and presented by Lake Productions, the two hour show saw the audience treated to music, singing and comedy. Benefiting from the proceeds of the concert was Irish charity Kilimanjaro Direct run …
Presentation made to ‘Kilkenny Helping The Homeless’ as Newpark residents enjoy Christmas meal
Newpark Residents Association hosted their seniors Christmas Dinner in the Glendine Inn on Saturday 10th December. A great day of fun & frivolity was embellished by the attendance of Mayor David Fitzgerald, Inspector Alma Molloy, Sgt Dave Gorman and Fr Raymond Dempsey. Following the meal, the large attendance was entertained by ‘The Talented Troubadour’ Tom …
Music Generation Kilkenny
‘Sing Out’ concert a sold-out success! 21st December 2022 – The Music Generation Kilkenny SING OUT concert, which took place in St Canice’s Cathedral on Monday the 19th of December, was a sold-out success. Young musicians from Music Generation Kilkenny gave a 90-minute performance of pure musical joy and sent the audience home with all …
International gathering for Fr. McGrath Failte Isteach Christmas Social
Photos jbsphotoskilkenny It was a scene to behold on Wednesday morning when an eclectic mix of people from around the world gathered at Fr. McGrath Centre. The occasion was the end of term Failte Isteach Christmas social. There was an added air of excitement about the place this year, as it was the first Christmas …
Yes, Aoibheann, there really is a Santa Claus
In our ‘Countdown to Christmas’, The Kilkenny Observer is delighted to welcome Keela Ayres as our third contributor in our Christmas short story section. The Kilkenny Observer wish to thank all three contributors to our Christmas short story series. Enjoy By: Keela Ayres Aoibheann already knew exactly how Christmas would play out this year. Granny …
Finn and the Banshee of the park
In our ‘Countdown to Christmas’, The Kilkenny Observer is delighted to welcome Catherine Cronin as our second contributor in our Christmas short story section. Enjoy By Catherine Cronin “How can we possibly top last year’s Christmas?”, asked Mrs. O’Mahony. “It was the best Christmas of my life… and death.” The other ghosts nodded in agreement …
‘Hearts and Bones’ is debut collection for Kilkenny author Niamh Mulvey
By Helen Cluxton. Photos : jbsphotos kilkenny During the ‘Covid lockdown’ I attended many writing workshops via the magic of zoom. One such sitting was in the company of ‘The Involvement Centre’ writing group with author Roddy Doyle speaking on his life as a writer. The author of such books as ‘Paddy Clarke, Ha Ha …
