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The awards were hosted by television presenters Gráinne Bleasdale and Phil Smyth

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Notices were found on roundabouts and "dangerous corners" by a local councillor

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The survey had 74 respondents in Naas and surrounding areas

Gardaí will search open ground at a location near the Wicklow/Kildare border. 

He was abducted from Ballymany Stud in County Kildare in 1983.

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The Tribunal for Asylum and Returns Appeals will replace the current system, and the Government is committing to making a decision on applications in three months or less.

It follows protests in February after it emerged that Larry Murrin, chair of Bord Bia, leads a company that has imported Brazilian beef for use in some of its products.

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A new report released by Kildare County Council has detailed employment, job types and key towns, as well as expected future growth across the county.

He requested for the Taoiseach follow up with the Minister for Education

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It follows a previous report identifying weaknesses there, including trips and falls by members of the public, amid calls to alter the road

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It comes as Fianna Fáil and Kildare North TD Naoise O Cearúil has been appointed as chairperson of the Oireachtas Artificial Intelligence Committee

Ranger was the only finalist representing Kildare and one of just three pets shortlisted in the Bravest Pet category

The Four Standby players are Ben McCormack, Callum Bolton, Sam Doran and Jack McKevitt. Preview Friday evening @ 6.25pm. Commentary tomorrow in association with Hanlon Concrete, Robertstown.

It's found growth of over 50% in the number of new mortgages nationwide

He replaces Malcolm Byrne, who stepped down after being stopped by Gardaí on suspicion of drink driving

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The incident occurred last week

It comes as concerns have been raised about the timeline of the road resurfacing, as works near completion

Speaking in the Dáil earlier this week, Deputy Ní Raghaillaigh said that "visibility of Gardaí" was "not yet sufficient"

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Speaking exclusively to Kfm news, she said that she has had no meeting in relation to housing for certain individuals.

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It follows a meeting between Higher Education Minister and Kildare North TD James Lawless, Sallins community group and Minister for Sport Charlie McConalogue.

The building in Ladytown Business Park has been granted approval for the change

There was a nationwide decrease of in the total number of dwelling units approved in Quarter 1

Colum is one of the youngest members.

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The incidents occurred on June 4th

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It comes as recent Uisce Éireann works there have resulted in the road needing to be resurfaced again

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The burglary happened in the early hours of June 4th

The burst occurred on the Maynooth Road outside Leixlip

The Pausdeen Place housing project will be located on the Ardclough Road in Newtown

It comes as the Education Department have released a new report outlining higher education projections

It comes after an announcement that Carlow College is set to close down over the next two years.

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Talks are ongoing between St Patricks College and the local university

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A traffic survey has also been sought for a road in Clane

The works got underway earlier today

It comes as WEEE Ireland have released new figures, while also encouraging people to recycle.

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It comes as Kildare County Council has published a variation to the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029.

They were reported missing on June 5th, 2026

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She is also a patient partner with the Irish Cancer Society.

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The first year student in question was "knocked off her bike" after a car pulled out onto the road and collided with her.

He has been sentenced to 24 years in prison

The works are taking place at the Poplar Square signal-controlled junction

The two classes are for schools based in north Kildare

It follows figures released from the Irish Road Safety Authority (RSA) to the Irish Road Haulage Association under FOI

The unit will attend Naas library on Friday June 19th

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It comes as recent outages have caused anger among local residents and representatives

The HSE has given the hospital until today to hand over an audit of the private work being carried out, including the names of consultants involved.

It comes as the annual Irish Business Against Litter survey has been revealed.

Two teenagers were last seen in Newbridge on Friday afternoon.

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Kfm obituary notices are broadcast daily following the 8am, 10am, 1pm and 5pm news

Mary Leadbetter is best known for her writings and in particular, the Annals of Ballitore

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The house was first opened in 2024

It also found that Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) employment (61.8%) is greater than indigenous enterprises in Kildare

The awards took place earlier this week

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It comes as Kfm News was contacted by a listener who said a bus driver of a 736 bus had told him that the service is being ceased from Castledermot.

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Traffic management measures will be in place for the duration of the works.

Overall, three female tech founders from Carlow, Kildare and Down have been recognised during the annual summit at Dublin’s Mansion House.

The scheme is to include 2 and 3-year-olds for the first time.

It was once a derelict site in the heart of the village

The service will provide home visitors who will work alongside parents from pregnancy to until the child turns five years old.

The European Commission announced the move today, saying the country had failed to comply with the Environmental Impact Assessment Directive

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An existing bridge by the playground which hasn't been raised before, has been brought to the council after locals highlighted the issue.

Irish-owned renewable energy company BNRG expects to apply to Kildare County Council for planning permission for BNRG Maganey in late summer 2026

The bridge connects L7087 Yeomanstown to L203 Newhall travelling towards Naas.

The arrest comes after investigations into distribution of drugs across Kildare, Offaly and Carlow.

The driver denied he was driving and claimed the car had been stolen

However diesel's are still the favourite in Leitrim, Mayo, Monaghan, Cavan and Roscommon.

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It follows a recent HSE Dublin and Midlands Health Forum

The 25-year-old’s family have received an apology from the HSE for deficits in her care prior to her final hospitalisation in December 2016.

The warning came into effect at 2pm

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The incident occurred last Wednesday in Kildare Town

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The 33 units are planned for Convent Lane in the town

The horse was stolen from My Lovely Horse Rescue in Moyvalley

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The exhibition will take place in Naas Library from June 15th until June 27th

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The scheme, which is at least 25% below regular market rents in the area, was queried last month.

Overall, the total new car sales nationwide until May was 83,038

More than 6,200 carers across Kildare are set to receive the annual Carer's Support Grant this week.

Motorists in Athy are being advised to exercise caution after traffic lights at the junction of Carlow Road and New Road stopped working.

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Kfm obituary notices are broadcast daily following the 8am, 10am, 1pm and 5pm news

The man was taken to hospital for treatment, although his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

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Kfm obituary notices are broadcast daily following the 8am, 10am, 1pm and 5pm news

It comes as they have provided their framework for the delivery of water and wastewater services up to 2029

The report outlines that there were 223 adults in emergency accommodation in April, a change from 227 in March.

The reopening took place at 11 o'clock this morning.

During the first day of the operation yesterday(Thursday, 28th May), just over 630 drivers were detected for speeding offences

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The school have invited past pupils of the schools to share photos, memories and memorabilia.

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Discussions had been ongoing between Kildare County Council and the Department of Transport.

It follows recent illegal encampments and widespread dumping seen across the plains

Sinn Féin TD for Kildare South, Shónagh Ní Raghallaigh, has called on the Government to commission a feasibility study into reopening Kildangan Train Station

He is the youngest ever competitor on the show

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It is one of the topical Issues selected by the Ceann Comhairle and scheduled for discussion from 5:26pm

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It comes as MS Ireland's World Multiple Sclerosis Day Campaign takes place on May 30th

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It comes as the Curragh Plains Conservation Management Plan was submitted to the Tánaiste and Taoiseach for consideration in December 2024

To assaults have occurred in the Kildare Town playground in recent weeks

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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

It's as part of a nationwide allocation of €228,065 to arts and culture organisations

He has participated in Bloom every year since 2023.

The Mobile Health Unit offers up to 10,000 free blood pressure checks annually, helping to identify individuals who may be unaware of their hypertension

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The charity was launched 23 years ago, with the Eden Programme in existence since 2007.

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The incident occurred on Monday (May 25th) at 4.30am on Anne Street.

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They are taking part in this challenge after their mother passed away from Frontotemporal Dementia, a rare genetic condition that both brothers may carry

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It comes as Gardaí have advised of extra presence for the bank holiday weekend

Deputy Ó Cearúil previously served as Leas-Chathaoirleach of the committee since its establishment during the 34th Dáil under former Chairperson Catherine Connolly

It's understood Gardaí have been contacted and are on site at some of the schools involved

The Minister for Transport has confirmed in the Dáil that the legislation needed to open the M4 Eastbound Bus Priority Lane was enacted by him last week

Construction was due to begin this year but it was pushed out to 2030 after a review of the National Development Plan

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It comes as the church built in 1829 has fallen into disrepair, with the windows recently smashed and holes appearing in the roof

Road closures will come into effect on Saturday May 30th in Athy

Uisce Éireann have cited extremely high demand on the network as the reason for the disruption

Calls have been made to cover operational costs at the facility

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It comes as the council had been questioned about when works at St Johns Convent would commence

Research analysed the energy efficiency of over 80,000 buildings nationwide

It comes as no feasibility study has been completed by the council for the future use of the building

The classes have been sanctioned for schools across Kildare South as part of Government’s latest special education provisions for the new school year

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