Category: Athy News

The Luck of the Irish: How a Credit Union’s Kindness is Boosting Community Spirits Ah, the Irish are known for their warm hearts and generous spirits, and a recent act of kindness by Mountmellick Credit Union is proof that this reputation is well-deserved. The credit union, which has a branch in the charming village of

The Emerald Isle’s transportation woes have been a thorn in the side of many a commuter, and it seems Leixlip is no exception. But fear not, dear reader, for Councillor Nuala Killeen has taken up the mantle to tackle the traffic turmoil plaguing this fair Kildare town. With a wit as sharp as a pint

A Swingin’ Good Time: The Moorefield GAA Classic at Newbridge Golf Club Ah, the Emerald Isle, where the love of sport and camaraderie flow as freely as a pint of Guinness on a Friday night. And what better way to combine those two passions than on the lush green links of Newbridge Golf Club, where

The State of Our Hospitals: A Right Ol’ Mess, But Naas is Holdin’ Its Own Ah, the Irish healthcare system – a topic that’s guaranteed to get the blood boilin’ and the jokes flowin’! But, in all seriousness, the state of our hospitals is no laughin’ matter. As I sit down to write this article,

The Emerald Isle, where the grass is green, the ale is cold, and the wit is sharp as a razor. But, me boyos, even in the land of saints and scholars, violence can rear its ugly head, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. A recent murder trial in Co Kildare has highlighted the

The legendary Irish roads, where the scenery is as breathtaking as the driving can be, shall we say, creative. But, me boyos, let this be a warning to all you motorheads out there: the gardaí are always on the lookout for reckless behavior behind the wheel. And, as one Stephen Hudson recently found out, refusing

Céad Mìle Fàilte! A hundred thousand welcomes to this week’s edition of the Leinster Leader, your go-to source for all the news that’s fit to print in Co Kildare. As we dive into the latest happenings in our fair county, we’re reminded that it’s not just the headlines that make the news, but the people

Ireland’s Cleanest Town: Naas Takes the Crown (Again!) Ah, the Emerald Isle, where the air is fresh, the Guinness is flowing, and the towns are sparkling clean! Well, at least one town is, anyway. Naas, the charming County Kildare town, has been declared the cleanest in all of Ireland, according to the latest survey from

The Craic is Mighty: Celebrating 35 Years of Castlewarden Golf Club Ah, sure isn’t it a grand day to be talkin’ about golf? And what better way to spend it than celebratin’ the 35th anniversary of one of Ireland’s finest golf clubs, Castlewarden Golf Club? Located in the heart of Kildare, this fantastic facility has

The Boglands of Kildare: A Treasure Trove of Heritage and Environment As I sit here, sippin’ me tea and gazin’ out at the rolling hills of County Kildare, me mind turns to the humble boglands that dot our fair county. Those eerie, misty expanses of soggy earth and twisted vegetation may not be the most