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St. Kieran’s College – 2025 Leinster First Year Hurling Champions
Like father, like son — a strong start towards All-Ireland medal success.
Blooming community spirit in Newpark
In a heart-warming display of community spirit, residents of Newpark recently joined forces to create another beautiful flower bed in their estate. Embellished by the addition of a malus sylvestris tree in the background, the initiative was driven by a shared desire to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the community and bring together people of …
‘The Changing of the Guard’
It was a brilliant morning for the College of FET (V.T.O.S Nuncio Road campus). The QQI Level 5 Woodwork and Design class launched their exhibition, ‘The Changing of the Guard’. The beautiful workhouse square courtyard of the McDonagh Junction shopping centre was the venue, and indeed it was a spectacular scene. It was the culmination …
Politics is Healthcare
Health is influenced by the shape of the society in which we live By Paul Bolger. Chartered Physiotherapist at Nano Physiotherapy, Kilkenny (www.nanophysio.ie). Political decisions affect the health of each and every one of us. Sometimes this link is straightforward and obvious – decisions about healthcare budgets, hospital beds and medication funding. But more often the …
Sunday Game selections vs Cats – you decide!
How do Noreside’s finest match up to RTE’s Team of the Year BY NIALL SHERRY, SPORTS EDITOR SPORTSEDITOR@KILKENNYOBSERVER.IE As the dust settles on the intercounty hurling scene, Kilkenny will go into an eleventh season without having had their hands on the big one, the Liam MacCarthy Cup. Our seniors exited the All-Ireland hurling championship at …
Art exhibition is full of excitement, talent and passion
By Ger Cody Photos jbsphotoskilkenny Caomhnú Kilkenny, a residential facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities, opened in 2002. It was a purpose-built, single-story unit located within the Kilcreene Hospital complex on the western outskirts of Kilkenny city. And, this week, The Kilkenny Observer made its way to the centre for the opening of a wonderful …
Kilkenny Writers Anonymous take to soap box
Soap Box City 2025 is a literary event designed for writers to share their original work in an open mic’ format during the Kilkenny Arts Festival. Kilkenny Writers Anonymous, with funding and support from the Arts Office, invites writers of all genres and at all stages of their careers to join them in reading original …
Bob and I, begging on streets of Kilkenny!
FURTHERMORE By Gerry Moran Yes, I have to confess to begging on the streets of Kilkenny, along with my best friend, and cousin, Bobby. And I blame the Black Abbey, celebrating its 800th anniversary this year. There were ever only sixteen altar boys in the Abbey and we were a happy bunch. The only downside …
Trump tariff deal exposes EU’s fatal flaws
BY JOHN ELLIS, FINANCIAL ADVISOR In a dramatic meeting at Donald Trump’s Turnberry golf resort, the European Union has agreed a trade deal with the United States, the biggest deal ever struck, according to Trump. It feels, according to most commentators, less like a victory and more like a reluctant surrender by the EU. The …
Moringa – A natural vibrant green food
BY CLAIR WHITTY If you’re looking for a natural energy lift, hormonal support, or a simple way to boost your nutrient intake, Moringa could be just what you’re looking for. This vibrant green powder comes from the leaves of the Moringa oleifera tree, often called the “Miracle Tree” – and for good reason. Packed with …
