South Kilkenny Councillors assured of extra car parking spaces at new Waterford Train Station
A statement confirming the parking spaces, which will also include 30 spaces for bicycles, was shared with Councillors at the Piltown Municipal District's June meeting
Carlow among counties facing biggest challenges for raising a family
Mayo, Donegal and Kerry topped the list offering an appealing lifestyle with relatively affordable house prices.
“He’s a man who speaks a lot of sense” says An Taoiseach Micheál Martin of Kilkenny businessman
The Kilkenny businessman became a Freeman of Kilkenny city following a ceremony organised by the county council on Monday evening
Carlow Ladies Set For All-Ireland Series Clash With Sligo This Sunday
Carlow's senior ladies footballers will continue their TG4 All-Ireland campaign this weekend when they welcome Sligo to SETU Carlow. The fixture has now been confirmed for Sunday afternoon, with throw-in scheduled for 2pm. Carlow will be hoping to build on the momentum generated earlier in the season, which saw them...
Kilkenny Reappoint Gordon Byrne As Minor Manager For 2027 As Tommy Walsh Joins Backroom Team
Kilkenny GAA has confirmed that Gordon Byrne will remain in charge of the county's minor hurlers for the 2027 season. The Erin's Own clubman was officially ratified at a meeting of the Kilkenny County Board on Tuesday night and will now embark on his second year at the helm. The...
Call out for immediate improvements to Carlow town bus service
The service has been a major success and that small adjustments could greatly improve accessibility for residents while plans for future expansion continue
Plans revealed for new homes in south Kilkenny
Killabeg Holdings Limited has applied for permission to build 91 homes at Clover Avenue in Abbeylands, with an earlier application lodged a couple of weeks prior
Victims call for state apology following Kenneally Inquiry report
Five survivors of sexual abuse by convicted paedophile Bill Kenneally are calling for an apology in the Dáil following the publication of a Commission of Investigation report into how allegations against him were handled. The report found widespread failings by An Garda Síochána, the South Eastern Health Board, senior political...
Camán Caint S10E17: Carlow keep their championship alive with impressive win over Westmeath and Kilkenny make it three-from-three
We're back in studio for another episode of Camán Caint. Carlow keep their Intermediate championship alive with an impressive win over Westmeath last weekend, Martin spoke with their manager Paul Kelly. Kilkenny made it 3-from-3 with a victory over Offaly at UPMC Nowlan Park that saw a surprise VIP guest...
Net Zero Energy will “answer all questions” on proposed Carlow energy park
One of the most significant renewable energy projects ever proposed in our locality was presented to Carlow County Councillors at a briefing yesterday which was presented by Net Zero Energy (NZE). NZE is an Irish company which is aiming to develop a 600 MegaWatt Long Duration Energy Storage Facility on...
Eamon Langton ‘surprised but delighted’ on becoming Freeman of Kilkenny city
The County Council organised a special meeting of the Kilkenny Municipal District Councillors to take place last evening in Set Theatre at Langton's
21 new homes officially unveiled in county Carlow
The local authority says the project marks an important step in meeting demand and reducing the numbers of people on the housing waiting list
Carlow Councillors briefed on plans for €2billion Rathrush Green Energy Park
Should it get the go-ahead, it's expected that 1,500 people will be employed during the construction phase with 70 long-term jobs on completion
Cllr Tommy Kinsella selected as Cathaoirleach of Carlow County Council for the year ahead
The Fine Gael representative previously served in the position 16 years ago
New Chair announced for Board of Butler Gallery in Kilkenny city
He's been on the Board of the Butler Gallery for the past four years
Family concerned for man reported missing from Waterford City
Gardaí are appealing to the public for help in locating 47-year-old Mark Ayres, who was reported missing on Saturday 6th June. Mark was last seen on Upper Yellow Road in Waterford City on Tuesday, June 2. He is believed to have been driving a white Peugeot Partner van with registration...
Boxing Champ Katie Taylor ‘so overwhelmed by the support’ from fans in Carlow and Kilkenny
She was at KCLR before an impromptu visit to UPMC Nowlan Park
Kilkenny LGFA Looking To Build Momentum As Senior Team Continues To Grow
Kilkenny Ladies Gaelic Football continues to build momentum across the county, with growing participation numbers, increased investment in player welfare and a significant upcoming milestone for the senior team. The county's senior ladies footballers have been competing since January across the National League, the TG4 Leinster Championship and the All-Ireland...
Care needed with cattle out on notorious stretch of county Carlow road
All road users are urged to approach the stretch with caution
“You are not going to win a final doing that.” – Bennett Reflects On Joe McDonagh Final Defeat
Carlow's journey to the hallowed turf of Croke Park ended in heartbreak on Saturday afternoon as Laois claimed the Joe McDonagh Cup with a 1-27 to 1-18 victory. The Barrowsiders travelled to headquarters dreaming of a third Joe McDonagh title, while close rivals Laois made the familiar trip up the...

























