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Kilkenny bridge complications could “eat up” council’s budget
The new bridge in South Kilkenny could soon be "eating up" the council's budget. Since the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Bridge...
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Bed capacity at St Luke’s Hospital is “extraordinarily” low, says Kilkenny doctor
St Luke's Hospital is facing an "extraordinary" challenge, with just 300 beds to service almost 200,000 patients. So says Dr...
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Carlow school principal says there’s “considerable anxiety” about reopening next week
A local school principal says there's "considerable anxiety" among his staff about returning to work as Covid cases continue to...
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Covid cases will surge this week, says Dr Holohan
The number of positive Covid-19 tests will surge in the next few days, according to the Chief Medical Officer. 744...
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Carlow Kilkenny nursing home vaccination schedule to begin on January 14
According to today's Sunday Independent Beechwood Nursing Home in Carlow and Kilkenny's Mount Carmel Supported Care Home will be the...
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The Taoiseach backs introduction to new broadcasting charge
The Taoiseach is giving his backing to the introduction of a new broadcasting charge. The levy, which would replace the...
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Up to 20 new cases reported locally as NPHET confirm new Covid-19 variant is now in Ireland
The new Covid-19 variant is now in Ireland, according to NPHET. It comes as up to 20 new cases of...
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IBI welcomes €5m funding increase for local radio
The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland is welcoming almost €5m in Government funding. The additional supports are being made available to...
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Kilkenny Castle to glow tonight in conjunction with the ‘Shine a Light’ campaign
Kilkenny Castle will light up tonight in a "national moment of solidarity". The landmark will be aglow in conjunction with...
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Local health expert is advising against meeting elderly members over the festive period
A local health expert is advising against meeting elderly family members this Christmas. It comes as Covid cases continue to...
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