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New Ross Drama Workshop presents ‘Moll’ by John B. Keane
The New Ross Drama Workshop is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of Moll, the beloved comedy by renowned Irish playwright John B. Keane. This hilariously funny play will be performed at St. Michael’s Theatre, New Ross, from Wednesday, 27th to Friday 29th, November. Directed by Kate O’Keeffe, who has directed the groups most recent productions …
Getting the job done in just four days
THE FACT OF THE MATTER BY PAUL HOPKINS Since the pandemic, there has been an increasing call globally for a four-day working week and a growing consensus it could prove more productive for businesses and better suited to employees’ life/work balance. Countries that already have a four-day week are Iceland, Belgium, United Arab Emirates, Lithuania …
Recovering from Childhood Experiences
It is possible for adults who suffered from childhood maltreatment to reduce the impacts on their health and wellbeing By Paul Bolger. Chartered Physiotherapist at Nano Physiotherapy, Kilkenny (www.nanophysio.ie). Experiencing serious maltreatment in childhood increases our risk of developing health conditions later in life. However, a nourishing environment, loving carers and positive experiences help to counterbalance …
WILLIE MULLINS
BY MICHAEL O’LEARY This weekend in Punchestown, two of Willie Mullins stable stars are set to make their seasonal debut as both Champion Hurdle winner State Man and dual Gold Cup Champion Galopin Des Champs are declared in The Morgiana Hurdle and Durkan Chase respectively. This is the time of the year that The Champion …
Join Gareth for a talk and walk
A ‘Talk & Walk’ with artist Gareth Kennedy as part of his Rhizome residency, enabled by the Kilkenny Arts Office exploring potentials for novel green spaces and citizen based ecological practice and climate action in Kilkenny is about to take place. The day will begin with an artist talk by Gareth from the Butler Gallery, …
The Last Christmas Post
The Kilkenny Observer Newspaper is delighted to present our ‘2024 Christmas short story series’. We have invited five Kilkenny based writers to submit a short story over the coming weeks, which we hope you will enjoy. This week we welcome Dr Joseph Kearney. By Dr. Joseph Kearney The man from Mullinahone had a cough. I …
A classical Christmas with famous musicians coming to Kilkenny? Last tickets available with 2 of 4 concerts SOLD OUT
Patrick Rafter heads up the incredible Marble City Music Festival for their Christmas concerts from Thursday November 28th to Sunday 6th December in St Mary’s Cathedral in Kilkenny City. The festival outlook is simple – great music and brilliant atmospheres. So it makes sense to have some complimentary mulled wine & mince pies, all while …
Are women the worst critics of women?
THE FACT OF THE MATTER BY PAUL HOPKINS Donald J Trump has returned as the 47th President of America having beaten Democratic rival Kamala Harris by nearly five million ballots and a good majority of the electoral ballot. Elvia Trossman, my friend in New Jersey, a professional and mother of two and a Coloured woman, …
MARKET CROSS SHOPPING CENTRE CELEBRATES 30 YEARS IN BUSINESS
Market Cross Shopping Centre is thrilled to celebrate 30 years of successful trading this November. Over the decades, we’ve grown to become a cornerstone of the community, providing a vibrant shopping experience for all. To mark this special milestone, we’re offering a fantastic parking promotion—shop with us until the 29th of November and enjoy the …
MIRIAM WALSH
BY MICHAEL O’LEARY In October, Miriam Walsh retired from Inter-County Senior Camogie following a highly successful career in which she won 3 Senior All-Ireland Medals, 5 National League Medals, 3 All-Stars and was also named Camogie Player Of The Year in 2022. Having joined The Senior set-up in 2011, Miriam played a key role as …
