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How I see the world unfold in 2025
THE FACT OF THE MATTER BY PAUL HOPKINS Economy notwithstanding, Ireland is emerging from what has been a lost decade for many – in housing and health and emigration – and we are, hopefully, emerging with a new Government with a greater sense of what needs to be done. That said, Ireland’s growth rate is …
Clash of the stripes!
A change of jersey is likely in Junior decider BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE St Lachtain’s vs Russell Rovers At the time of writing, it isn’t known which of Sunday’s finalists will take to the Croker pitch in their ‘home’ jersey. Both St Lachtain’s and Russell Rovers tops are quite similar, and echo links …
AIB All-Ireland Junior Hurling Championship Final
St Lachtain’s ‘Road to Croker’ BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE Steven Farrell’s men stand an hour or so away from claiming the big prize in Junior club hurling. But before you earn the right to hurl in Croker for silverware, you must take care of business in your county, then your province, and that …
Freshford out to ruffle Rovers feathers in Croker decider
Farrell’s men seek junior crown in Captial clash BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE AIB All-Ireland Junior Hurling Championship Final St Lachtain’s vs Russell Rovers Sunday, 12:30pm, Croke Park The last man standing. St Lachtain’s carry that tag this weekend as they represent all on Noreside on one of the biggest days in the club …
WINNER OF THE CHRISTMAS GIFT VOUCHER
Thank you to all who entered the competition draw to win a €200 gift voucher sponsored by The Kilkenny Observer. We were delighted to get such a huge response. Margaret Casey, volunteer worker at Jack and Jills, Friary Street was delighted to be invited to pick the winner from all the entries. The lucky winner …
Kilkenny County Council Celebrates Outstanding Cleanliness Rating: A Leader in Environmental Standards
Kilkenny County Council is proud to announce that Kilkenny City has been rated as “Cleaner than European Norms” and secured an impressive second place out of 40 towns and cities surveyed by the Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL). This accolade reinforces Kilkenny’s commitment to maintaining a litter-free environment that meets and exceeds high international standards. …
The Kilkenny man who won a VC in Afghanistan
BY JOHN FITZGERALD A County Kilkenny village has a “heroic” link with Afghanistan. It is unique on these islands for having yielded two winners of the Victoria Cross. Walter Hamilton of Inistioge died fighting in the war-torn country-but not in any of the recent conflicts in that part of the world. He met his end in September 1879, while …
The Eco defenders: A story empowering kids to protect the planet
16-Year-Old TY Student Combines Storytelling and Climate Action My name is Jaysen John, I am a transition year student at CBS secondary school Kilkenny. As a 16-year-old Transition Year student, I am excited to introduce my children’s book, The Eco Defenders: Battle for Earth – Written for my enterprise module, this book delivers an engaging …
Cllr Maria Dollard – Chairperson Keep Kilkenny Beautiful
“On behalf of the committee and volunteers of Keep Kilkenny Beautiful, I want to welcome our ranking as second out of 40 cities and towns and acknowledge our rating as “cleaner than European norms”. Our volunteers are out fortnightly all year round and litter picking is a big part of our annual programme of activities. …
Let’s Get Motivated!
BY CLAIR WHITTY At this time of the year after all the festive indulgence you’re probably feeling bloated, sluggish or tired; unable to summon the drive you need to kick-start your new year with some healthier habits. The festive holidays allow us to indulge, relax and retreat; very important for most people who juggle busy …
