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Camogie: time to stop skirting the skorts issue
AS I SEE IT BY MARIANNE HERON Sure deck your lower limbs in pants, my sweeting, you look divine as you advance but have you seen yourself retreating? Ogden Nash’s lines are a gentle example of the niggles over female clothing in the fashion war waged ever since women escaped corsets and took to sport. …
Cats seek 3rd win as quest for Leinster crown continues
The visit of Offaly next up for Noresiders BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE Leinster SHC – Round 4 Kilkenny vs Offaly UPMC Nowlan Park, Saturday, 6pm Referee: Colm McDonald (Antrim) Kilkenny welcome Offaly to UPMC Nowlan Park tomorrow evening, hoping to maintain their perfect start to the defence of their Leinster crown (Throw-in 6pm). …
The rás for the Áras and I’m rarin’ to go…
Furthermore By Gerry Moran So, I’m thinking of running for the Presidency. And why not – sure every Tom, Dick and Conor are thinking of running. Wouldn’t be surprised if the Monk runs. After all he did a spot of running during the local elections. And what do you know about politics, Gerry? Not a …
The brave new world of the digital euro
BY JOHN ELLIS, FINANCIAL ADVISOR The European Central Bank (ECB) is developing a ‘digital euro’, a new form of money you could use via your phone or card, much like cash but electronic. The ECB began planning in 2021, started a two-year preparation phase in November 2023, and intends to launch by 2028. It will …
Time to protect women’s spaces – like UK ruling
AS I SEE IT BY MARIANNE HERON Some cities now have pedestrian crossing lights showing the LGBTQ+ sign in green for go and in London, I noticed recently, there are ‘go’ transgender signs on crossings. Since the UK’s Supreme Court ruling last month, though, trans women– men who identify as women – will not have …
Unleash Your Creative Spark at Cruinniú na nÓg 2025!
Get ready to ignite your imagination! Creative Kilkenny announces Cruinniú na nÓg 2025, a showcase of youthful innovation. Events start on May 18th at the Happy Pottery Studio, leading to a festival of free events across the county on June 7th. Join us for 52 free creative activities, exploring the picturesque landscapes of County Kilkenny. …
Eye for an eye, and nature of forgiveness
THE FACT OF THE MATTER BY PAUL HOPKINS Twenty one years ago this month I was on a flight from Durban to Cape Town. I was on an assignment for the Irish Independent to write an overview on the first 10 years of the rainbow nation, it having thrown off the shackles of apartheid. About …
Patrick Rafter conducts an 80-piece orchestra this weekend in St. Canice’s Cathedral – Star Wars, Schindler’s List, Wicked and much more
An evening at the Oscars An 80 piece orchestra performing your movie favourites such as Star Wars, Wicked, or Schindler’s List in the incredible setting of St Canice’s Cathedral? Or how about witnessing quite literally one of the world’s greatest pianists, Barry Douglas, join sensational Irish violinist, Patrick Rafter in a breathtaking program at St. …
125 West Street launched at Club House
Recently, The Kilkenny Observer attended the launch of Willie Egan’s eagerly anticipated novel, 125 West Street. The ballroom of the Club House Hotel was packed to capacity as family and friends of the author turned out to support the Mullinahone born writer. From a theatrical perspective, the Club House holds a unique place in the …
Being a Christian is fundamentally about embracing our head, hands and heart
Homily of Bishop Niall Coll at Mass for Pope Francis RIP, St Mary’s Cathedral, Kilkenny My phone started ringing within minutes following media reports of the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday. Even though he has been ill, his death came as a shock to most of us. Immediately, a media statement had to …
