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Commitment to the art
Even before recorded history, our ancestors flew birds of prey. From the Steppes of Asia, to medieval Europe, from five thousand years ago to the present day, Falconry has become a way of life for Falconers around the world Whether or not you have experienced Falconry before, you will get a chance to handle these …
When Saturday comes!!!
BY NIALL SHERRY SPORTS EDITOR Cats seek to conquer Cusack Park Leinster GAA Senior Hurling Championship 2022 Westmeath vs Kilkenny Saturday April 16th 6pm TEG Cusack Park, Mullingar And just like that…….Championship hurling has arrived. The beauty of a shortened, condensed season is that there’s no time wasted. The Allianz League is now firmly in …
Dawn meeting at peace park to remember the dead
The 25th of April 2022 marks the 107th anniversary of the Australian and New Zealand landings at Gallipoli (now known as ANZAC cove). The sacrifice made by both countries during the eight-month long Gallipoli campaign quickly began to symbolize the emergence of their national identity This identity quickly became to be exemplified by ANZAC day, …
The Good Friday pictures
By Joseph Kearney A neighbour of ours played the mouthorgan. He was a quiet man with a full beard and indi-go eyes. But shy, you’d have to coax him to pull the harmonica from his top pocket and play. Although he was born into our community, he was still regarded as a newcomer, a blow-in. …
Legend Johnny Barry wins awards
The Hot Country 10th Annual Awards took place at the Slieve Russell Hotel on Tuesday 5th April. KCLR’s Johnny Barry was celebrated at the awards for his contribution to Irish Country Music. The Kilkenny Observer caught up with Johnny to hear what he had to say “I was absolutely thrilled to get this award, this …
New children’s picture book written to engage children with sensory difficulties but suitable for everyone
Eleanor Geoghegan Local author, Eleanor Geoghegan debuts her first children’s picture book written for children with sensory difficulties but suitable for all. ‘Popper Monster’s Magical Rainbow Lunch Adventure’ teaches the colours of the Rainbow in a fun and educational way. Eleanor is a local primary school teacher and mother of 2 autistic children. They were …
Pensions: understanding what drives markets
BY JOHN ELLIS, FINANCIAL ADVISOR According to the March Pension Fund Statistics (Q4 -2021) report published by the Central Bank total assets in the sector grew by 4% over Q4-2021 to stand at €135.5 billion. This is due to increases in pension fund reserves (€2.8 billion) and investment fund shares (€1.9 billion). Irish pension funds …
Teac Tom: Fundraisers, volunteers and supporters needed
Like many community- based organisations Teac Tom relies heavily on the support of local businesses, individuals and community groups to fundraise throughout the year. The impact of Covid-19 on the charity sector is well-known, with fewer opportunities for fundraising and higher costs associated with putting health and safety measures in place for staff and clients. …
Balance blood sugar naturally
BY CLAIR WHITTY Let’s talk about balancing blood sugar levels and ways to curb sugar cravings for a healthier you. Long term problems associated with blood sugar imbalance can result in problems like diabetes, heart disease, obesity, chronic inflammation, hormone imbalance, and increased risk of cognitive problems. Prediabetes is a health condition where blood sugar …
