Category: Athy News

Ring in the New Year: Revelry, Reflection, and a Toast to the Future Ah, New Year’s Eve—the night when resolutions are made, and plans are hatched. Friends gather, the ol’ liquid courage flows like the River Shannon, and we all engage in a sport known as “how to fit 20 friends into a pub booth.”

A Soleful Act of Kindness: The Day Naas District Court Became a Footwear Boutique Ah, the Irish court system: a place where justice is served, and occasionally, so are a nice pair of shoes. Just when you thought the only drama in a courtroom involved murder mysteries and passionate closing arguments, in walks a man

Kildare’s Housing Hullabaloo: An Irish Dilemma of Demand Ah, Kildare! Home to racehorses, rolling green fields, and the occasional pint of stout that could pass for a meal. While the beauty of this lovely county is undisputed, one thing’s for sure – when it comes to housing, we’ve got a situation that could make a

Planning Permission: Building Futures in Leixlip with a Touch of Irish Charm Ah, Leixlip! Known for its charming streets, inviting local pubs, and a rich tapestry of culture and history. It seems that the little town has a new reason to celebrate, as Scoil Bhríde, located right on Green Lane, recently scored planning permission for

Kildare’s Life Credit Union: More Time for Your Financial Shenanigans! Ladies and gentlemen, gather ‘round and mark the calendars! A small miracle has happened in the quaint town of Newbridge, right in the heart of Kildare. Our beloved Life Credit Union has expanded its opening hours, and it feels like we’ve just discovered the pot

A Bumpy Ride: The 2 Johnnies Take on Ireland’s Worst Roads Ah, Ireland! Land of lush green fields, rolling hills, and the craic that can only be found in a cozy pub. But, let’s face it: it’s also home to some roads that might just make a seasoned driver contemplate a life of walking. Enter

Kildare Ladies Ready to Tackle Kerry: What You Need to Know! Ah, the sweet scent of victory! Fresh off a grand win against Dublin—what a sight for sore eyes!—the Kildare ladies are strapping on their boots and heading south to the picturesque Fitzgerald Stadium in Killarney this Sunday, February 9th. They say there’s nothing quite

Kildare’s Call for Help: A Dash of Wit Amidst a Serious Appeal Picture this: it’s a crisp Sunday morning in Kildare, the kind of morning that practically begs for a cup of tea and an exhilarating chat about the weather. But alas, the local Gardaí found themselves in a bit of a pickle instead. A

A Weekend of Triumph: Kildare’s Sporting Brilliance Well, slap me silly and call me a leprechaun! What a weekend it has been for the fair folk of Kildare. As if the stars aligned and the gods of sport were having a right good laugh, our teams gave us a performance worthy of a round of

A Tale of Two Stops: An Audacious Motorist and the Gardaí of Kildare Ah, the splendid roads of South Kildare! They’re renowned not just for their scenic beauty but also for the occasional mischief that befalls those who think they can outsmart the law. One fine Friday morning, the Naas Roads Policing Unit had their