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Supply loss is due to take place on Monday and Wednesday

Kfm is broadcasting live today with John Dunne and Vikki Martin, as organisers continue preparations for this evening's Relay For Life.

Figures released to Sinn Fein show nearly 3 thousand council homes are currently vacant.

Jerry Maloney, 19, was a passenger in a pickup truck that crashed on the Barretstown Road in Newbridge shortly after 8pm last night.

The move is expected to be met with opposition.

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Speaking to Kfm, Shane Scanlan, CEO of the Alliance for Supporting Nursing homes, said there also needs to be an immediate "root and branch review" into HIQA's response to the latest scandal to hit nursing homes run by Emeis Ireland.

The road is closed for an examination, and Gardaí are appealing to anyone with information to come forward.

The road remains closed as Garda Forensic Collision Investigators carry out a full examination, with local diversions in place.

In another incident, a driver attempted to evade a checkpoint but was stopped shortly after. The vehicle had no tax or insurance, bald tyres, and contained green diesel.

The cap applies to full-day care of 40 to 50 hours, while funding for the sector will also increase.

It's unclear yet if there have been any injuries.

Community members, led by parent Annie Byrne, are calling for immediate intervention, including the appointment of a lollipop person, widened footpaths, and enhanced traffic-calming measures.

Minister for Education Helen McEntee confirmed that no transport will be provided for pupils who live outside the school’s official catchment area.

Their goal is to give the public, especially adoptees and their families, a deeper understanding of what life was like in each institution.

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Formerly known as Orpea, the company operates 27 nursing homes across the country, including five in Kildare.

The number of Invalidity Pension recipients - for those permanently incapable of work and with sufficient social insurance contributions - has held steady at around 2,671 people.

HIQA says 'escalatory action' on foot of the programme means admissions have now been stopped.

Kfm understands that he passed away after a tragic accident that occurred while he was on holiday abroad.

Dozens of motorists are currently holding a protest in and around the roads surrounding the Citywest Hotel in west Dublin.

Gardai in Carlow will examine the USB stick.

SIPTU Divisional Organiser Adrian Kane said said the main reason for rejecting the WRC proposal was the company’s "failure" to agree to a Registered Employment Agreement (REA), which would guarantee worker protections for terms and conditions in the event of a sale.

Judge Zaidan said he listened back to the previous court proceedings to check and he wanted to set the record straight.

Emeis Ireland, formerly Orpea, operates 27 private nursing homes in Ireland, including five in Kildare.

2023 is the latest year for which audited local authority annual financial statement data is available.

James Browne will bring the proposals to Cabinet this morning.

The exams will run until the 24th of June.

A new report is showing the location of Ireland's 89 data centres which use huge numbers of backup and emergency generators to stay online.

Women can now access treatment for the symptoms of menopause free of charge

The Garda June Bank Holiday policing operation ran from Thursday morning until 7am today.

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Despite Sandra and her husband, who both work full time, being eligible for the local authority loan, they’re now effectively locked out of these homes - which are meant to help families like theirs buy a place of their own.

Some parents are being advised to go private but can not afford to.

It's after 22-year-old Evan Fitzgerald fired a number of shots at the Fairgreen Shopping Centre in Carlow Town on Sunday evening, before taking his own life. He was out on bail after being charged last year with firearms offences after he was intercepted near Straffan.

Mr. Egan, a former amateur jockey, was well known in both the business and equestrian communities.

He was due back in court on Wednesday.

Kfm understands that the man was out on bail for firearms offences. He was arrested in Kildare last year.

The man, aged in his early 20s, was on bail for a series of serious firearms offences at the time of the incident.

The man who died was a white Irish male. 

The incident occurred at the Fairgreen Shopping Centre

The areas include Old Road and South Green.

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A Bank Holiday roads enforcement campaign has been rolled out, with Gardaí out cracking down on bad behaviour.

The development will include two purpose-built cattery buildings - one for homing and assessing cats, the other for isolation and care - as well as a large, modern dog kennel building.

The figures do not include those sleeping rough or couch surfing, nor does it include unaccommodated asylum seekers.

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kfm originally reported how the prices have resulted in first-time buyers who rely on the scheme effectively being locked out of properties officially labelled as affordable.

Each team will work with Defence Forces personnel to test and refine their solutions.

In some instances, properties could faced issues when the owners tried to sell them because details of unauthorised development complaints appeared on the planning portal.

No injuries were reported, and the patrol safely withdrew from the area.

Meanwhile, Gardaí will be cracking down on drink driving this June Bank Holiday weekend.

Some of the stolen items were branded with the initials “TH” and were fully marked with company identification.

She has been on hunger strike since May 21st in an effort to get the Government to act on the war in Gaza, specifically around the Occupied Territories Bill.

Misinformation had been circulating online claiming the man was in Newbridge yesterday when he was actually still in custody.

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Just two services, Cork and Belfast, currently offer on-board catering.

At present, names are reviewed and approved by the council’s Estate Naming Committee, who meet twice a month to assess proposals as part of the planning compliance process.

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Garden-scapes dedicated to sustainable living and to promote the health of pollinators, are among the designs on display.

Kildare County Council’s Executive confirmed a significant increase in complaints about unauthorised developments and acknowledged that the issue is becoming more complex and widespread.

Speaking on Kildare Today, Nuala Donlon, spokesperson for Greyhound Action Ireland, said that in comparison, the ISPCA received €1.2 million in Budget 2024 to fund its entire homing and enforcement operations and rehomed 1,382 dogs.

The man is due to appear before Portlaoise District Court this morning.

It follows numerous reports online that the man in question was seen in Newbridge.

In videos seen by Kfm and shared widely on social media, the man appears to make threats to kill children and babies, as well as threats to enter homes.

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A major study conducted by University College Dublin has found that children who participated in the programme were 29% more likely to aspire to third-level education compared to those who did not receive the same support.

The crime spree began just after 1am, when a business on Main Street, Celbridge, was broken into.

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Ms. Ní Choimín, who now lives in Galway, began the hunger strike on May 21st

The 25-year-old was last seen in 1996.

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The Anti-Dumping Initiative, established in 2017, requires local authorities to apply for funding to combat illegal dumping.

Department of Housing documents confirm that under the HMWB designation, rivers and lakes will no longer be required to achieve 'Good Ecological Status,' with the target instead shifting to 'Good Ecological Potential' (GEP).

The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation is calling for the initiative to be rolled out at every hospital around the country - incuding Naas General Hospital.

Their remarks come as An Taisce – The National Trust for Ireland – highlighted the issue of vacancy and neglect in parts of Sallins, calling for targeted renovation efforts to help revitalise the village.

At the height of the 1980s and early 1990s, Monasterevin was home to a multitude of textile business, including knitwear and wool.

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Due to a shortage of volunteers, the service is set to end next Friday.

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Higher Education Minister and Kildare North TD James Lawless says there are certain steps to take.

Mr Roden’s company, Heytesbury Investments, was granted permission to add features like a pool and gym - but neighbours allege further works were done without approval, prompting legal action.

To be eligible, applicants must typically have a gross household income of no more than €100,463, according to the council's breakdown.

The company has stores throughout Kildare, including in Maynooth, Sallins, Clane, Celbridge, Kilcock, Naas, Monasterevin, Leixlip, Athy, and Newbridge.

Naas Circuit Court has fined N&C Enterprises Ltd. of Kilmeague, €75,000, along with an additional €4,057 in costs, following the fatal workplace accident.

The company was brought before Dublin District Court today, with the case focused on misleading discount practices involving electric toothbrushes and perfume.

A 2% rent cap is currently in place for over 83 percent of rental properties across the country.

The scheme, which requires consumers to pay a refundable deposit on beverage containers, was introduced as part of a broader push toward a circular economy and environmental sustainability.

Ms. Pender was last seen in August, 1996

Gardai have told Kfm that a regional breakdown of the figures is not available.

A ban on the breed was announced last year.

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Ms. Ní Choimín, who now lives in Galway, began the hunger strike on May 21st and is currently experiencing a cough, dizziness, body aches, and severe hunger pangs.

Commuters in Kildare are among those affected by high levels of fare evasions on Go-Ahead Ireland bus routes.

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He will be accompanied by his wife, Jane Sanders.

The 70th edition of he Rás Tailteann concludes tomorrow with Stage 5.

Area's include Leixlip, Celbridge and Kilmacredock.

Kfm reported how the woman was allegedly assaulted after she confronted the masked men at around 4am on Wednesday morning

Minister Heydon is encouraging eligible sheds to apply and get funding to help with their operational costs.

That's according to Social Democrats Cllr Chris Pender, who has criticised possible plans by the Land Development Agency (LDA) to develop the former Machinery Yard site in Newbridge for housing purposes only.

Now living in Galway, Sophie Ní Choimín has been actively involved in protests and fundraising for Palestine but says these efforts are no longer enough due to the Israeli blockade imposed in March, which has blocked aid supplies.

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Speaking about the frightening ordeal, she described the moment she confronted the criminals as "terrifying" and now acknowledges the potential danger of the situation.

Last year, a judge warned that lives would be lost over an ongoing feud between two rival groups in the area.

Supporters of Palestine held protests during Sander's last visit, criticising him for not declaring what is happening in Gaza as Genocide.

The route will run five return trips Monday to Saturday and three on Sundays.

The Maynooth commuter line will now connect to Aircoach routes 700 and 700X from Drumcondra.

Multiple caravans and cars are now on the site.

Diversions are in place and emergency services are at the scene.

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She said it was instinct to confront the gang but warned locals against it.

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According to Fine Gael Councillor Fintan Brett, the pizza stall was set up near the Centra and had a noticeable positive impact on customer traffic.

Speaking to Kfm, Esther Luttrell, secretary at St Colman's National School in Stradbally, said secretaries continue to be denied basic entitlements such as bereavement leave, critical illness leave, and access to a pension — regardless of their length of service.

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Executive director of the Nobel Women’s Initiative, Maria Butler recently visited the Middle East with three Nobel Peace Prize laureates.

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The Public Accounts Committee has heard the hospital won’t be handed over until the end of this September, and then it will take another nine months to get it ready for patients.

Butterfly Conservation Ireland also received €2,881 for a multi-county project that includes work in Kildare.

This plan by the Road Safety Authority includes accelerating the training of new examiners and expanding test times, including overtime for Saturdays and bank holidays.

The hospital is currently contacting affected women directly to inform them of the resumption.

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Centra, located in the centre of the village, will shut down following failed attempts by the owner to expand or relocate.

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The family managed to escape and contain the fire before emergency services arrived.

During the break-in, a number of personal items and keys were stolen, along with a blue Volkswagen Golf which was taken from the scene.

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Last year, Leixlip post office closed its doors, with the closure impacting over 20,000 locals.

Under the Local Authority Home Loan scheme - a cornerstone of Ireland’s affordable housing strategy - eligible buyers in Kildare are capped at purchasing homes worth no more than €360,000.

The money will be used as part of a wider plan to now develop turtle control protocols and best practice guidelines for a particular species of freshwater turtle known as the pond slider (Trachemys).

Sensational Kids has been working for several months on a business case.

Under law, every child has the right to access the service and Minister Foley says this won’t change.

Speaking in the Dail, he said there is "normally" a background to these issues but he will engage with the relevant bodies.

The image in question, shared to the group’s Facebook and Instagram stories on May 19, 2025, appears to portray the OPW in a "sinister or mocking light", according to some locals who contacted Kfm.

They were one of 27 drivers arrested across Kildare last week for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

The owner of a French bulldog dealt with a traumatic incident after her dog fell into the Straffan river, behind Steam Museum.

The cancellation comes at a time when plans were underway to expand the service to weekends at the Athy Primary Care Centre.

Councillors recently highlighted how Confey cemetery is reaching capacity, with very few spaces available.

Locals can give feedback online or by post by Friday, June 27th, and attend public events to learn more.

The service has also been cancelled in Portarlington, impacting some locals, particularly those in Monasterevin, who could have travelled to that location or the Athy clinic.

This scheme aims to create 1,500 new childcare places across the country by supporting existing early learning and childcare providers, both community and private, to extend their facilities or develop new premises.

Illness was the leading cause of absence in Kildare’s primary schools, while “unexplained” absences were the most common reason in secondary schools, according to new data from Tusla that was analysed by Kfm.

The hospital is being constructed by Kill-based developer BAM.

Brian Ibe, formerly of Moore Park in Newbridge, was found guilty of murdering Peter Kennedy, who had taken Ibe’s mother into his home after learning she was sleeping in her car.

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At The Bridge Church, Cookes gained the trust of congregation members quickly.

Two others were found travelling at 152km/h and 150km/h respectively, while a fourth motorist was recorded at 146km/h.

Anyone with information has been asked to contact their local garda station.

The IPSC used the event to call for an immediate end to what it described as "the genocide" in Gaza.

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Historical trees and the Old Belfy that dated back to 1840 demolished to build the development.

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Children can also win hundreds of euro in cash.

5 branches in Co. Kildare

Following burst water main in Pairc Mhuire

Potential line for Kilcock