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Impact of climate change and the fight to combat it is to the fore of special series this week on KCLR
Somaliland has been badly hit by both drought and flooding
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Industrial action begins today for members of Teachers’ Union of Ireland in Carlow, Kilkenny and across the country
TUI General Secretary Michael Gillespie says 98% of those balloted backed industrial action, amid frustration over the Government's failure to...
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Carlow hotel set to host emergency meeting of malting barley growers from across the region
They say growers are facing deep concerns over margins for 2026, noting that the price of feed barley is now...
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Major environmental upgrade planned for Graiguenamanagh to combat flooding and protect water quality
Uisce Éireann has secured planning permission for a major environmental upgrade in Graiguenamanagh. The company will build a massive, underground...
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Joint funding bid to repair flood-damaged Killonerry Bridge linking Kilkenny and Tipperary
Plans are moving forward to secure funding for the repair of a pedestrian bridge linking counties Kilkenny and Tipperary. The...
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No category wins for Carlow and Kilkenny at National Retail Excellence awards
There was disappointment for Carlow and Kilkenny at last night’s Retail Excellence Ireland Awards at the Lyrath Estate. Despite strong...
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Carlow-Kilkenny TD admits families feel ‘disenfranchised’ by Budget
A local TD has admitted that many families and workers across Carlow and Kilkenny feel completely disenfranchised by this week’s...
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Planning granted for new hostel on Kilkenny’s John Street Upper
Kilkenny City’s to get a new hostel. Butler and McBride Limited has been granted planning permission to convert parts of...
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Carlow Councillor Andrea Dalton Issues Plea After Broken Glass Discovered at Burrin Road Skatepark
A Carlow councillor is asking people to respect public amenities following reports of broken glass at a local skatepark. It...
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Irish Retail Sector Gathers at Lyrath Estate Hotel In Kilkenny for Retail Excellence Ireland Awards
The Irish retail sector is descending on Kilkenny tonight. They're in town for the Elavon Retail Excellence Ireland Awards, which...
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