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Keeping an eye on Ireland’s journey
AS I SEE IT MARIANNE HERON Where are we? Where are we going? Are we nearly there? When it comes to how we are progressing on our journey as a society, it seems to me that, in these days of fake news and 50 shades of views on social media, now more than ever we …
The Magnificent Nine:
PART 1 Callan nuns blaze a trail down under BY JOHN FITZGERALD Callan’s Convent of Mercy is best known for its glittering academic achievements. For decades these have equalled and in many cases eclipsed those of many schools in Ireland. Aside from the odd case of a pupil escaping through a skylight or window to …
The New Brass Kings & Rhythm Makers to take to the stage at Yulefest Kilkenny
This year Yulefest Kilkenny are inviting you to revel in the joy of live music. With live music performances, workshops and concerts! Each weekend at Yulefest Kilkenny (from Saturday 25th November), the Yulefest Bandstand, will showcase live music performances covering a range of genres and ages. From local community groups, to rising talent and well-established …
Another double celebration for CRKC!
Community Radio Kilkenny City wins gold again at Community Radio Ireland Awards 2023 Community Radio Kilkenny City (CRKC) was in the winners’ enclosure once again last week. Hot on the heels of its McNamee Award for the Best GAA Related Radio Programme, the station scooped two more gold awards at the recent National Community Radio …
Even I got hooked on Chandler and Friends
THE FACT OF THE MATTER BY PAUL HOPKINS My only daughter when aged about 16 would repeatedly say to me: “Ah, Dad you have to watch Friends. It’s the best thing ever. Even the boys love it.” Knowing, vaguely, it was a comedy about young people hanging out and not doing much else, I figured …
Get your running shoes on – Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile run is just around the corner
Kilkenny City Harriers bring you Ireland’s Medieval Mile Run on December 1st, in association with Yulefest Kilkenny. Open to all levels, the run takes place through Kilkenny city and along Kilkenny’s famous Medieval Mile. With twinkling Christmas lights, a live DJ and a Parade finish, a festive atmosphere is guaranteed! Runners can expect a fast …
COMPETITION WINNER
Goods voucher winner is drawn by Heidi Good Thank you to all who entered the draw to win a gift voucher for Goods sponsored by The Kilkenny Observer. The winning entry was drawn by Heidi Good, Director. Congratulations to Anne Congratulations to Anne Hearne, Kilnaspic, Mooncoin, Co. Kilkenny who was the lucky winner of the …
Natural support for men’s health
BY CLAIR WHITTY Let’s talk men’s health: Movember is a global fundraiser that encourages men to look after their health. You will see a lot of men with moustaches this month in support of this initiative. Let’s encourage the men in our life to take action on their health. I think most of us know …
Bernadette receives Mayors Award for her work in community development
Photos jbsphotos Kilkenny A crowd consisting of family, work colleagues and friends gathered at City Hall in Kilkenny. Bernadette Brophy was being presented a special Mayors award for her work in Community Development, and the general consensus on the night was that none deserved it more. In the 1990s Ber started a children’s liturgy group …
O’Loughlin’s advance as Rangers crushed!
Hogan’s men set for semi clash in Tullamore BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR Leinster GAA AIB Senior Club Hurling Championship Quarter Final Netwatch Cullen Park, Referee: Eamon Furlong (Wexford) Mount Leinster Rangers 0-13 O’Loughlin Gaels 2-16 O’Loughlin Gaels first match in the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship since 2016 ended in a comprehensive win for the …
