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Castleinch Kilkenny: Connections Through Time
A community on the outskirts of Kilkenny city have just published a book recording the history of their local area. The book entitled Castleinch Kilkenny: Connections Through Time is edited by Dr Richard Hyland and Michael O’Dwyer. It contains chapters by the editors and a fine contribution by Aideen O’Reilly on Castle Bamford and the …
Funds were sparse as sale of graves on church grounds helped
In week two in his study of St Canice’s church, Paddy Neary looks at fundraising, Bank loans a new bell By Paddy Neary The Foundation stone was laid on the feast of St. Patrick 17th March 1824 by Fr. James Gorman, Parish Priest. At the date of his death, April 18th 1826 the sum of …
Newpark Outdoor Community Mass
The Vicar General of the Diocese, Fr. Dan Carroll and Monsignor Michael Ryan concelebrated an outdoor Mass on the Upper Green in Newpark last Thursday evening. Despite concerns earlier in the day, the rain cleared, and the evening was bright and warm. It was pleasing to see a large attendance from St John’s parish gather …
MacKenna explores family relationship as memoir is launched
Photos : Pat Shortall Father, Son and Brother Ghost, a memoir by Royal Oak, County Carlow based writer John MacKenna was launched at Athy library on July 11th. The book is John’s twenty-fourth publication and speaking at the event Dr John Macdougald outlined the story behind the book – an account of the author’s relationship …
Butts Young Leaders will train in Malta thanks to Tirlan staff support
Albert Einstein, was a German born theoretical physicist who is widely held as one of the most influential scientists. Best known for developing the theory of relativity, Einstein also made important contributions to quantum mechanics. However, for today, let us borrow one of his many quotes: “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination …
There has to be a bit of Shirley Valentine in all of us
By: PM O’Sullivan “The smell of the bakeries was just gorgeous…” Mary Cradock is talking about Kilkenny in the mid 1970s. Settling there simultaneously felt like destiny and the lucky side of mere chance.Her production of Shirley Valentine, with Clare Gibbs in the title role, will shortly be staged in The Home Rule Club. This …
A dancing extravaganza, as Dancewise delight
Photos by Pat Shortall A recent production of ‘Showstoppers’ at Kilkenny’s Watergate theatre received great praise from Kilkenny audiences. It was presented by ‘Dancewise’ who are based in Kilkenny and Castlecomer. This energetic and talented group were founded in 1998 and it would appear that the same enthusiasm, vim and energy is still as strong …
NEWPARK FOLK OUT IN FORCE
Newpark Residents Association held their annual community Field Day on the upper green recently. Officially opened by Mayor Joe Malone, the large gathering of neighbours and friends enjoyed an eclectic mix of activities catering for the young and the young at heart. Musical entertainment throughout the afternoon was provided by ‘The Buddies’, and the Ukrainian …
Eimear’s novel attracts wonderful crowd as Kitty’s War is launched
By Kilkenny Observer Reporter Photos by Pat Shortall The wonderful O’Loughlin Gaels pavilion was the venue for the launch of a new book last week. Kitty’s War is the second book by Eimear Lawlor having first published ‘Dublin’s Girl’ in 2021 during lockdown. The novel is set in 1941 in Ballyfoyle, Kilkenny, and The Curragh …
A journey that embraces beauty, passion, and dedication
“The Open Gardens of Ireland takes you on an enchanting journey through Ireland’s finest gardens.” Those were the words of broadcaster, culinary arts lecturer and TV chef, Edward Hayden when he officially launched the new book by Shirley Lanigan in Rothe House on Tuesday night. “This book is more than just a guide; it is …
