A Kilkenny school principal is retiring after 29 years in the role
Clara National School principal Richie Mulrooney is set to retire after 29 years, bringing to a close a long and rewarding career in education. He spoke to KCLR News of deep gratitude for the support of pupils, parents and the wider community, describing his time in Clara as a privilege....
Water outage hits county Kilkenny homes and businesses
Aim is to have the issue sorted by 2pm but those of the wider area are reminded it typically takes two to three hours following repairs for normal supply to restored and it may take longer for some
The Good Shepherd Centre for Kilkenny and Carlow shares some of the concerns expressed regarding new housing bill
It's feared it could make it harder for some vulnerable people to access housing supports and emergency accommodation
Another fortnight wait for outcome regarding Shopping Centre on Kilkenny / Waterford border
Waterford City and County Council sought a judicial review into the approval of Kilkenny County Council to approve redevelopment sought by anchor tenant Dunnes Stores last year
Two north Kilkenny communities praised for work in future proofing former dance halls
We've been hearing what the offerings mean to the people of the area too
Three e-scooters missing from Kilkenny city premises
All are black in colour
“It’s a great day for road safety” says Kilkenny Councillor Fidelis Doherty as long-awaited route improvement scheme’s approved
Two speed ramps and a new pedestrian crossing will also be added
Foggy start in pockets of Carlow and Kilkenny before temperatures start to soar
For those opting to swim as a cool down method, you're advised to do so only where safe and never alone
A Kilkenny Labour councillor says the resignation of UK Prime Minister is a “sad but unsurprising” development
Keir Starmer has stepped down as UK Prime Minister, prompting a leadership race within the Labour Party. Kilkenny Labour Councillor Sean O’hArgáin described the move as disappointing but expected, following declining support after recent local elections and a series of political setbacks. He pointed to communication challenges, policy decisions, and...
Gardaí investigating if a spate of weekend burglaries across county Kilkenny are in any way connected
Of particular interest in one of the incidents is a black Audi A3 car with tinted windows and bright LED lights above its registration with up to five men understood to be onboard
High temperature alert issued including for Carlow and Kilkenny
Thursday looks set to be the hottest day of the week with evening temps high too
North Kilkenny communities to see revamped centres officially open today
The facility in Urlingford has long been sought and the Town Team's been driving the project forward
CCPC issues warning for consumers to be on high alert for scam messages seeking customers payments
Deliveries shipped from outside the EU and valued at, or under, €150 will be hit with a €3 fee on each unique item in an orde
Power outage hits Kilkenny city
There's an estimated restoration time of 8:30am
Price of average second-hand three-bed semi rose by 0.8% in both Carlow and Kilkenny in the last three months
There was no change for six counties of Cavan, Clare, Kerry, Kildare, Waterford city and Wicklow
Latest site search for missing Kilkenny and Kildare women enters second week
Last Monday Gardaí confirmed to KCLR News that a search of open ground had begun by those investigating the disappearances and likely murders
Fate of South Kilkenny Shopping Centre could be known today
The matter came before Mr Justice Richard Humphreys on the 11th of June - he adjourned the case for mention today (Monday, June 22
51 offences detected by Gardaí from Kilkenny and Waterford in one day of action
46 mobile phone fixed charge penalties were handed out with five seatbelt detections also made
‘Sun Stone’ on grounds of Carlow College St Patrick’s is to the fore of KCLR’s Feasts and Festivals latest installment
The piece airs after the 6pm News
Delight as new outlets open their doors in county Kilkenny
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