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The first ever Refugee Week in Ireland is kicking off today
The first ever Refugee Week in Ireland kicks off today in Kilkenny, Carlow, and nationwide and runs until the 25th...
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A pilot scheme for counselling for primary school children set to be rolled out in Carlow
The rollout of counselling to primary school children is set to be expanded to Carlow. Last month Education Minister Norma...
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Women’s refuge campaigners in Carlow say there is nowhere for vunerable women to go in the county
Campaigners for a women's refuge in Carlow say that women can't wait any longer for refuge services. The news comes...
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Retained firefighter industrial action suspended for 24 hours
Retained firefighter industrial action has been suspended for 24 hours since 12 am last night. Half the fire stations in...
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Athletes from Carlow and Kilkenny competing in the Special Olympics World Games competition which is getting underway today
The competitions start today after yesterday's opening ceremony at the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin. Margaret Turley and Gemma...
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Local Gardaí reissuing appeals following arson and burglary in Carlow last weekend
Burglars who set fire to a home after ransacking it, and the house next door, while the elderly owners were...
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Status yellow thunderstorm warning in place for Kilkenny
A status yellow thunderstorm warning has been issued for Kilkenny. Thunderstorms are expected bringing frequent lightning, heavy downpours, gusty winds,...
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Kilkenny’s new Cathaoirleach says his tenure will be dominated by next year’s local elections
Speaking to KCLR News, Cllr Doyle said "To be honest, it's the one part of politics that I really enjoy...
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Former Braun site expected to produce product again from next month, as 200 new jobs announced
A wide variety of positions are on offer including manufacturers, designers, logistics and general operatives.
Read moreFine Gael’s Michael Doyle elected Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council.
Fine Gael's Michael Doyle is the new Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council. The Callan-Thomastown Councillor has been elected to the...
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