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Gerry Kennedy, from Coppenagh, Graignamana is being remembered as a great friend and is remembered by his five children.

They are referred to as the “Lucky Dip” gang after gardaí learned that they use google maps to target random locations across Leinster.

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In a statement, the company says it's completely unacceptable for hard working people to have a trip ruined by "one passenger’s failure to behave".

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Speaking at the official opening of Craddockstown Special School in Naas, Simon Harris says talks are progressing well and are focused on policy, structure and ratification.

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Kfm has contacted Glenveagh and Kildare County Council to determine if similar issues have been uncovered across the county.

A commercial premises in Ardclough was broken into, while on Friday another car stolen from Wicklow was used as part of a break-in at a cafe in Kill.

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VHI is also retiring a number of plans, which will effect around 150 thousand customers. 

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The Irish Nurses' and Midwives' Organisation is hitting out at the HSE for not being prepared.

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The weekend's cold snap has resulted in power and water outages across the country, and the ESB is warning further outages are expected.

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Today is historically recognised as a day where women take a break from their traditional roles over the festive period.

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The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth accounted for the largest share of spending to consultants, totalling almost €10m.

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Government formation talks will reconvene this week.

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Temperature's are due to become as low as -5degrees.

That's according to the Health Protection Surveillance Centre(HPSC)

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Taoiseach Simon Harris met with emergency teams this morning

Due to the increase in demand from couples who wish to end their marriage

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Freezing weather sparks concerns for Ireland’s rough sleepers

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With Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather sharing that higher ground could get up to 10 centimeters of snow

The jury in Diarmuid Phelan’s murder trial resumed its deliberations earlier this afternoon.

The headset was submitted as evidence to digitally see an altercation at a wedding in Florida.

Wright claims he has no business ties to Florida, but former employees have testified that he solicited investments from Florida residents and made false statements under oath to dismiss the case.

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In at least 15 of the 37 cases since 2020, they were partners or exes of the deceased.

A man in his 60s who was the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was transferred to the Mater Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.

"Saltburn," starring Barry Keoghan, was criticised for its frontal nudity and its infamous bathtub scene.

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Social welfare rates have rise by €12 - while the rate of the Universal Social Charge has dropped from 4 per cent to 3.

Mr Ó Fearghaíl had held the Ceann Comhairle position since March 2016, a position that saw him automatically re-elected during the most recent general election.

Over 100 fish were recovered from the drift net.

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They've risen by 2 cent per litre today.

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According to Drinkaware CEO, Dearbhla O’Brien.

A family from Athy welcomed a little baby boy at 2:59am this morning.

The annual report from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation was released today

Junior Transport Minister and Kildare North TD James Lawless, says it's a good development

Uisce Eireann has issued the warning in a worst-case scenario.

45-year-old John Halpin of Whitestown Avenue, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 made no application for bail when he appeared before Dublin District Court this morning.

Dr. Lynsey Black from Maynooth University said the conditions pregnant women find themselves in are far from ideal.

Celbridge resident Ron O'Neill spoke on the Kildare Today show back in September, retelling the tragic accident that killed three boys and injured ten children

The €91.7 million (plus VAT) contract has been awarded to Airbus Helicopters UK Limited.

Since the start of the year, there have been 8 road deaths in Kildare

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There’s been a 130 percent increase in the number of people getting treatment for sexual assault following a holiday or period of travel abroad.

Meanwhile, two Dublin players also struck gold, walking away with over 40 thousand euro each.

The incident happened on Blanchardstown Road North, near the Blanchardstown Shopping Centre on St. Stephen's Day.

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There are Clinics across Kildare, both in Naas and Maynooth.

5 people have lost their lives on our roads, over the last 5 days

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From the 1st of January the standard rate threshold of income tax will by increased.

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The Restaurants Association is warning that closures could be on the way.

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The incident happened at around 6:30pm last night.

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As there is a risk of a storm developing and tracking towards Ireland, later next week.

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The Irish Aviation Authority is warning consumers that drones are 'not toys' and can have serious consequences if mis-handled.

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The fatal road collisions occurred in counties Meath and Carlow

Free clinics offering the nasal flu vaccine are operating in St. Mary’s Primary Care Centre

It says this is thanks to the selflessness of 84 dead and 30 living organ donors and their families

All Northern and Maynooth Commuter services will operate to/from Dublin Connolly only

Yesterday it was confirmed a woman in her 30s died in the incident

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Latest figures show more than 7-thousand people have been arrested for drink or drug driving this year.

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At the beginning of December, Kildare people were in the top 3 counties, expected to spend the most during the festive season, according to a survey by Paypal.

Iarnród Éireann will undertake a full track renewal of the country's busiest section of rail line.

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Figures show a 12% increase in connections made this year compared with Christmas 2023.

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According to Alone, 57 per cent of older people say they are feeling lonely.

21-year-old Maurguerita Sheridan died after a van struck a set of gates she was standing beside in Rathkeale.

It happened yesterday evening.

The Longest Night is a heartfelt initiative, dedicated to raising awareness about the challenges faced by many during the holiday season.

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Gardaí are looking for a silver ford transit van, that failed to remain at the scene.

That's almost 300 people every day.

Firefighters tamed the blaze in Ruan in the early hours of this morning.

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They say it is important to observe potential owners lifestyle before making the decision.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the fatal crash that occurred at Moorock, Ballycumber.

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Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Greg O'Dwyer is encouraging people to be careful with candles

A fifty year old doctor has been arrested for what's been described as 'a deliberate act'

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Dr Emer Ahern, HSE national clinical advisor reports

Gardaí searched two locations in Dublin yesterday, recovering a quantity of cigarettes.

Little Hill Animal Rescue, known for rescuing and rehoming turkeys and other animals, was thrilled when Fionnuala agreed to adopt the trio.

One firefighter awarded said: "Hopefully, it will entice former colleagues who feel aggrieved to look further, delve deeper and dig in."

The scene has been preserved and the State pathologist has been notified.

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The union says now is not the time to be privatising a vital waste collection service when Ireland is set to miss its EU recycling targets.

The acquisition marks a significant upgrade from the Government’s previous jet, the Learjet, which was plagued by ongoing technical issues and reliability concerns.

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

The eviction ban expired at midnight on Friday.

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