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Jack Ryan
BY MICHAEL O’LEARY Jack Ryan from Inistioge has been making huge strides in recent years on The Showjumping Circuit with a string of victories around the world, and he is part of an array of Showjumping talent from within the county who have been performing so well globally. That was highlighted by the wonderful success …
The ‘kiddults’ moving back home with parents
THE FACT OF THE MATTER PAUL HOPKINS Come home now, your dinner’s poured out – The Ma. At one time as you grew in years, through late teens and early 20s and even, in a rural setting, your 30s, the above opening line would have been the norm. But life in Ireland evolved and things …
From Ukraine with love
Bennettsbridge Art group has opened its doors to women artists from Ukraine in the aftermath of the continuing war in their country. Three women shared their experiences with the group in the past year, including Yuliia, Natalya and more recently, Olga. A painting by Olga is particularly poignant, depicting a pregnant woman carrying her home …
The High Road to Dublin
This week The Kilkenny Observer welcomes ‘Cois Ceim’ with a very interesting tale of the journey from Dublin to Kilkenny. With thanks to The Saturday Walkers Club In ancient times a pathway ran from the ford over the Barrow at Leighlin Bridge by Shankill Castle through the village of Garryduff to Highrath Castle then over …
Poets of the People reach out…
BY JOHN FITZGERALD Arts Week saw the publication of two little gems from writers whose work transcends all social divides (real or imagined), appealing to just about anyone who enjoys a little recreational word-play. Judy Rhatigan and Peter Brabazon launched their books halfway through the hectic seven days of celebration and creativity in the county. …
So, do those uniforms really suit us?
AS I SEE IT MARIANNE HERON It’s been a case of goodbye tracksuits and trainers and hello office wear recently as Working From Office morphs into hybrid working. And dress code at work now depends on the type of employment, casual for creatives and IT types or suits for professionals. But suppose you don’t have …
Curious minds gather to launch Pat Shortall’s third book
Photos for Thomastown launch by ‘Aidona’ photography This year’s Alternative Kilkenny Arts festival (AKA) saw a wealth of local talent exhibit their fantastic art and skilled craftsmanship across Kilkenny and Thomastown. Pat Shortall is one such talent who launched his third book of poetry, Words for the Curious Mind, in the Ormonde College and in …
Texas musicians roll in for 10 days of free shows
Kilkenny is about to play host to over 80 musicians and music lovers from Texas who will roll into town for almost two weeks of live music, kicking off in Billy Byrnes, John Street, on August 28th. Not only will the city be treated to some incredible Texas music, every gig is free! The Texas …
Glenmore beat ‘Comer and Betty!
3 from 3 for the Pairc na Ratha men BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR St. Canice’s Credit Union Senior Hurling League-Championship 2023 Erins Own 0-10 Glenmore 1-17 Glenmore made it 3 from 3 with a comprehensive victory over Erins Own in absolutely horrendous conditions at St John’s Park last Friday night. Storm Betty …
Our first responders doing the right thing
THE FACT OF THE MATTER PAUL HOPKINS Striking firefighters in left their picket line last week to come to the aid of a young woman who had a suspected heart attack. Despite being ‘off the run’, the firefighters immediately responded to the call. Firefighters around the country are involved in a drawn-out strike action where …
