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The warning has been issued for Leinster, Munster and Galway

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It comes as updates were requested for the bus stop

The funding was announced under the Community Centre Investment Fund 2026

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It follows a number of separate bomb threats to flights in the last week

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The Health and Safety Authority has since launched an investigation

It has been operating in the Irish medical testing market since 2021

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The group will begin the withdrawal in early 2027

He was pronounced deceased at the scene

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He is advocating for male fertility as part of European Fertility Week

The latest JNLR/Ipsos radio research released today, covering 12 months to end of August. Kfm still leads in weekly listening and length of time listeners stay listening.

On social media, it said their shops were "completely wrecked" after the incident.

She was reported missing since 24th October 2026

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The incident occurred on the R407 in the Mainham area

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Construction could potentially begin in late 2028

The works aim to enable 900 new homes in the area

It's part of a national message reminding householders to take simple steps to protect their homes

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The responsibility for Developer Provided Water Services Infrastructure was transferred to Uisce Éireann in 2024

Tammy was reported missing on 24 October

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Gardaí have frequently experienced issues with anti-social behaviour during this period

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It's understood the youths were underage

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The "narrow" bridge can only take one direction of traffic at a time

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It comes as they are now out of operation

It's understood an incident occurred earlier this morning.

It was only ranked behind cities Cork and Dublin

The Kildare Minister has launched two distinct Expression of Interests for the projects

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The centre secured funding of €6 million euro in September

The 2027 Climate Action Summer Works Scheme supports schools in addressing building condition needs whilst reducing energy use and carbon emissions

'Moving Animal Welfare Forward' will be in place until 2030

Educate Together welcomed the survey results, described as "the first of its kind in Ireland"

In Naas, Herbata Ltd and Microsoft have both proposed data centres for the area.

It comes just a year after their official opening

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It follows yesterday's gathering outside Leinster House in protest

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It follows a tender request issued by Kildare County Council in May

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It will be supported by €20 million in Government infrastructure funding

That's according to a report by The Simon Communities of Ireland’s

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It accepted that the pipe has had a "history of bursts over the past number of years".

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It's estimated that the number of commercial growers has dropped from over 600 to 70

There was also an increase in the number of electric car registrations

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It's due to be closed to allow for the electrification of the line

The 'Vacant to Vibrant' programme would initially target 26 towns

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The projects are included in 33 local authority-led climate action announcements

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Crews were attending a fire in a local housing estate when rocks and other objects were thrown at their vehicle, smashing a window.

The man, aged in his 30s, was discovered unresponsive at approximately 9.35am on Saturday, October 31st.

He was selected from 508 nominees nationwide with just 17 industry award winners recognised at the ceremony.

The National Lottery is urging the Kildare winner to check their account and contact its Prize Claims Team to arrange collection of their winnings.

He was reportedly wearing black clothing, with a hood over his head, his face covered and white runners.

Lunny was a hugely influential figure in Irish traditional music, performing with groups including Planxty, The Bothy Band, and Moving Hearts.

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Details of why they conceded, but are offering to play at a suitable date.

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The clock was in storage in the General Post Office basement during the Rising,

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The issues have been raised at Orchard park in recent weeks

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Families, children, and individuals from across the region are encouraged to bring their kites

In 2017, it was updated to a murder investigation

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It comes as calls are set to increase during Halloween

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The project also includes plans for a new DART depot west of Kilcock Station

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She also had proposed a greenway for the area

The Taoiseach said there is a “need for a National Planning Statement” in relation to vape shops

Scientists are now creating a revolutionary shoe insole which cools the feet

It follows a roadside operation by Kildare Carlow Roads Policing Unit.

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Shimmer Boy from Cork was the overall winner in The Academy last night (28 October)

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Pedestrian safety has been an issue highlighted by local residents

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The incident occurred in the Milbrook estate last week

Lunny's family encourages people to celebrate his life through music, as books of condolence open across Kildare.

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Earlier this month, the Council appointed an engineer to undertake the construction works

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The INMO says staff shortages are putting patients and healthcare workers at risk

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The union's described the escalation as "regrettable," and says it will continue indefinitely.

His project is inspired by Ireland’s first satellite mission

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The incident occurred in Brannockstown village

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93 per cent of members want some form of action over working conditions

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Locals had raised concerns about it's scale and potential impact on the community

The partnership is expected to support around 20 additional roles and 6–10 indirect roles

The project will bring more frequent electric rail services to Kilcock, while passengers on the M3 Parkway line face disruption this weekend

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A male suspect entered the home of the woman, before he assaulted her and tied her up

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It has been causing "distress and concern" among residents in the nearby housing estates

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The event brought together entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey

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Gardaí also discovered a vehicle parked across two disabled parking bays

It follows an announcement that fares would rise by an average of 15 per cent

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He had two separate motions related to these services in the county.

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The incidents occurred on Monday morning (26 October)

She was pronounced dead at the scene

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She was reported missing since Sunday, 18th October 2026.

Robbie England was diagnosed with kidney disease at just 20 years old and later received a kidney from his brother Mark.

In Kildare, a driver was caught travelling at 105 kilometres per hour in a 50 kilometre zone on the Monread Road in Naas on Friday.

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The driver was caught on Friday, October 23rd, during a nationwide Garda road safety operation for the October bank holiday weekend.

The Kildare Paralympian crossed the finish line in 1 hour, 46 minutes and 3 seconds, adding another title to his impressive record at the event.

The renowned musician, composer and producer, who helped transform the sound of Irish traditional music, passed away on Friday.

According to the charity, 8 swans have died at the bridge so far this year, compared with 3 in 2025 and 8 in 2024.

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Originally from Tipperary, she now lives in Naas with her family.

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It comes as the programme was examined by the Public Accounts Committee

Over 600 TidyTowns volunteers were present at the annual ceremony

He died following an assault in Kildare Town last year

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It comes as issues have been raised by residents there in the last two years

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The five teenagers in the other car died as a result of the crash.

It follows an arson attack in Waterford earlier this month

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Her books were withdrawn from shelves due to her support for banned Group, Palestine Action.

She was reported missing since September 15 2026

Kildare recorded nine deaths this year compared to two last year.

The Data was released to Social Democrats TD Padraig Rice.

Accommodating 1,000 students, including 4 special educational classes.

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Irish Rail confirms plans to expand rail services on the Maynooth and M3 Parkway routes are awaiting business case approval, with DART Plus South West also expected to advance.

A license has been agreed for Kildare Camogie to use the McDonagh Sports Field at the Curragh Camp for the 2026/2027 sporting season.

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Windows and front door badly damaged in incident described as "distressing and frightening".

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Athy and Kildare–Newbridge account for more than half of the county's registered derelict sites, while over 230 vacant and derelict homes have been brought back into use through a Government grant scheme.

Met Éireann is warning of difficult travelling conditions and localised flooding with the arrival of Storm Austen

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The incident happened on Monday October 19th at approximately 10:30pm

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Accessible garden features sensory planting, seating areas and an acorn sculpture supported by local community groups.

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Leading the call is broadcaster and comedian Jennifer Zamparelli

Nicola is reported missing from Celbridge since Sunday, 18th October 2026

It will be painted on the gable-end of Coopers Furniture Store on Eyre Street

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An open evening will be held in the Parish Meeting Room on Thursday 22 October

Overall, 12 artists have been selected by six independent curators

She is the replacement for Brendan Wyse, who recently stepped down

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He has also called for the Justice Minister to meet the Law Society amid the ongoing legal aid dispute

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He expressed his "deep gratitude" to the local communities who placed their trust in him

The fixture between themselves and Kilcullen had attracted attention last week

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the crash

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It's taking place between between 9am and 5pm on 21 October

The road remains closed and traffic diversions are in place.

It comes as the RSA is to spend around €1.5 million on their deployment across the country

The INMO is meeting with Naas General Hospital management this afternoon, where they will be asking what services will be reduced to match the staffing level

It's due to what it described as "essential improvement works" on the local water network

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It is hoped the station will be transformed into a community hub

The fire occurred on Sunday (18 October)

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It follows checks carried out by the KC Roads Policing Unit.

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Gardaí say the rider was seen performing a wheelie before travelling at speed along the centre of a road, despite traffic moving in both directions and pedestrians nearby.

Unions agreed to suspend the October 21st stoppage after the Government appointed an independent group to help establish a framework for formal pay negotiations.

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The plans involve a new site four-times larger includes two full sized pitches, an astro turf area and a BMX track

New Depot Completed by 2031. Public Consultation Open til April 27th

Currently the unit only has 29 beds, meaning an upgrade would only amount to an additional 21 beds.

Full-tme & part-time Saturday and/or Sunday positions. Location: Kfm Broadcast Centre, Naas.

It is understood that at least 8 cars were damaged at a business premises.

The surge is the second-largest increase recorded by any council.

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

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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