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The Rose of Tralee Festival gets underway in Kerry this week and Jessica hopes to bring the Rose title back to Kildare for the first time since Maria Walsh's victory in 2014.

The incident happened at Sports Direct in Carton Retail Park at around 5.50pm on Wednesday, August 5th.

34-year-old Megan Phillipson was reported missing from her home in the town on August 13th.

Music fans from Kildare heading to Electric Picnic will have the chance to see one of the county's best-known musicians perform at this year's festival.

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Walks, workshops, exhibitions and family activities are planned across the county from August 15th to 23rd.

New research found 19% of packs examined in Newbridge were counterfeit, compared with 14% in Naas and 16% in Leixlip.

Rye River Brewing Boss Tom Cronin says businesses have been absorbing rising costs for five years as brewery numbers decline.

Kfm remains the leading station in county Kildare: ahead of all national and regional heard in the county.

Cllr Fintan Brett says a number of incidents have been reported in the Kilteel area and has appealed for information.

Amhrán na Laoch 2026 is part of this year's Irish Music Month.

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Gardaí are seeking information about a black Peugeot 207 following the theft from a pharmacy in Riverforest.

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Over 500 people have registered for the fully subscribed event. Speaking to Kfm, Dr. Emma Whelan explained the significance of the solar eclipse and what people can expect.

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Evelyn de Oliveira and her son travelled up to Dublin today to get solar eclipse glasses to view this evening's significant astronomical event

The operation on Monday targeted the Dublin 1 and Dublin 24 areas

A man entered the Maynooth Road store on Wednesday afternoon and stole a quantity of steak products.

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Bishop Denis Nulty will concelebrate Mass at the well at 3.00 pm

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Figures for Naas General Hospital have also been revealed, however they are lower on the scale compared to other hospitals nationwide

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The water conservation order remains in effect for another two weeks, until the 26th of August

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"Feed Kildare" is a food bank service operating from the Bridge Church in Celbridge

Tributes have been paid to 82 year old Marie Heavey from Monastervin

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A new online platform supported by KWWSPCA is aiming to improve dog adoption in Ireland by matching prospective owners with shelter dogs suited to their lifestyle.

Plans for a major redevelopment of the Riverbank Arts Centre in Newbridge have entered public consultation, with the proposed project aiming to create a more accessible and expanded cultural facility.

1,354 private dentists offered dental treatment to medical card holders in 2020 - that figure has dropped to 866 as of June of this year

Kildare is included in a Status Yellow high temperature warning, with temperatures potentially reaching the high 20s this week.

A woman in her 80s has died following a collision involving a bicycle and a truck in Monasterevin on Monday morning.

Applications for 25 new affordable homes at Barracksfield West in Naas will open later this month, with prices starting from over €243,000.

A stretch of road on the R448 between Kilcullen and Naas was closed earlier today due to the inspection taking place

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Kfm News can confirm a bomb disposal unit is on site

Six historic properties across Kildare are among the privately owned heritage sites opening to the public as part of National Heritage Week.

New HSE figures show patients attending Naas General Hospital are waiting an average of 13 hours in its emergency department, rising to more than 15 hours for those aged over 75.

New crime figures show Kildare recorded 16 burglaries per 10,000 people in 2025, matching the national average.

A woman in her 80s has been seriously injured following a collision involving a truck and a bicycle in Monasterevin.

Retired broadcaster Tracy Piggott has completed a 14km underwater swim across Galway Bay to raise funds for Sensational Kids and the return of hippotherapy services in Kildare.

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Motorists travelling from Kildare via the N7 and the N4 are being advised to expect disruption.

Four people were taken to hospital following a serious two-car collision on the R406 at Barberstown, Straffan, yesterday afternoon.

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Wicklow County Council estimates the remaining remediation programme could cost between €32 million and €38 million between 2026 and 2031.

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Features considered are additional shelving, hooks, mirrors and waste disposal facilities, which can make it easier for people with a stoma to use public toilets safely and comfortably.

Uisce Éireann says disruption of supply or loss of pressure may occur for those in Maynooth and surrounding areas

People in Kildare will be able to avail of free heart and hearing health checks when two mobile health units visit Athy next week.

Isobella Perrie Sullivan, from Abbeylands Park, was charged in connection with the discovery of a bomb in a car in Monaghan last month

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The charity provides school meals to children living in some of the world's poorest communities and now feeds more than three million children across 16 countries.

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Married father of three, Kevin Rooney is among 20 athletes competing this weekend

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Outdoor seating area must be relocated to make way for a new pedestrian crossing despite previous relocation costing thousands.

The Wisdom Club in the library of Clocha Rince National School will represent Kildare at the award ceremony this October

The Banner Exhibition, titled 'Portraits of the Invisible', explores the experiences of Irish servicemen, medics, nurses and non-combatants in the First World War

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Campaign group wants 'Data Centre Only' designation removed before any planning application is lodged.

Simon Communities report finds 17 were in Dublin, with Kildare the only area outside the capital to have any properties available.

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The incidents happened at approximately 1.10am on Saturday morning.

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Agriculture Minister says maintaining strong links with Britain's largest buyers is key to protecting Ireland's biggest export market.

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A male in his mid-20's was arrested

Proposed legislation follows a series of thefts, including incidents reported in Naas and Monasterevin.

Figures released by the Defence Minister reveal the cost of clearing fly-tipping and waste left behind after unauthorised encampments since 2016.

New M7 development will include Ireland's first Popeyes Drive-Thru, ultra-fast EV charging and several food outlets.

Almost 6,000 people have sought HSE help finding a GP this year as new figures show family doctor numbers continue to lag behind population growth.

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The local centre is among 29 organisations to benefit from Government funding aimed at expanding access to community counselling services.

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Chair of campaign group says 150 incidents have been recorded in less than a year and claim the higher speed limit has heightened fears for road users.

Kildare saw a 69.4 per cent change in new electric car registrations in July 2026 compared to the same period in 2025

There were two fatalities following traffic collisions on roads in Co. Donegal and Co. Carlow over the weekend

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A stretch of the R403 between Clane and Straffan has reopened after a serious road traffic collision earlier today.

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Critical repair works by Uisce Éireann on a key water pipeline serving Kildare has now been completed, with normal operations now resuming.

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Critical repair work on the Ballymore Eustace to Saggart watermain is continuing progress as crews were able to remove the damaged section of pipe.

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They allow people with a range of disabilities to enjoy safe, healthy, stimulating horse-riding activities.

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It follows a recent motion that was brought in May for increased services for the route.

The number of people accessing homeless services nationwide has risen by 35 in a month.

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The area on the River Liffey is popular for swimming, located near Victoria Bridge.

It comes as the Garda Roads Policing Operation is taking place throughout the August bank holiday weekend

The project will be located on the Craddockstown Road in the town.

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Both topics were raised by a local councillor

The RSA’s 'Check it Fits' service checked 307 child car seats in Kildare across five checking events between 1 January and 30 June 2026

The repairs will begin later today.

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People under the age of 24 account for 36.6% of Kildare’s population

Gardaí and emergency services responded to a single-vehicle collision earlier this morning

Over 16,600 homes were completed between January and June this year.

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The gas is sold legally for medical, industrial and commercial purposes, and is easily obtained online.

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It will include a library, county archive and cultural centre.

It comes as the campus is being redesigned with a new road being constructed

Alternative routes are available.

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A roads enforcement operation has been announced for the bank holiday weekend, beginning tomorrow morning.

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It follows a recent report from the Irish College of General Practitioners

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The incident occurred between Friday 24 July at 11:30pm and Saturday 25 July at 7am

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The bus currently only runs six days a week.

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The theft occurred on Wednesday (22 July)

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It follows a motion which had asked for clarification in respect of that funding.

The works are taking the place on Thursday (30 July) and Friday (31 July).

The incident occurred on the R109 Lower Road, Strawberry Beds, Lucan shortly before 4:30am

The plans sets out an ambitious framework to protect biodiversity and support nature recovery across the county over the next five years.

In all, twenty-two IBI stations participate in Irish Music Month, covering every blade of grass in Ireland.

Services will resume on Tuesday 4 August

The planning body has granted permission for the solar farm, subject to 24 conditions.

Bail set at €15000

The inspector found that there were established management structures in place

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He also requested for a timeline for it's return to public use to be outlined

The plan sets out the framework to guide housing, transport, community and recreational development in the town

They have said works will be carried out on a trunk watermain over the August Bank Holiday weekend.

Kildare County Council conferred a Civic Honour on the "internationally recognised Irish poet".

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Deirdre Jacob was last seen on Tuesday, 28th July 1998 near her home in Roseberry, Newbridge

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It comes as the council had previously written to the NTA in April asking for a transport route in the area.

The Judge at Monaghan District Court remanded her into custody with consent to bail

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The project is expected to cost €2billion

Gardaí, targeting dissident republicans, found the alleged bomb after they intercepted a car near Carrickmacross on Wednesday.

Investigators want to speak with anyone who knew him or interacted with him in the last week.

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Court hearing at 8.15pm this evening (Saturday). A Clane woman was charged yesterday regarding the same incident

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Court sitting in Trim Friday evening. Charges Result from Garda Car-Stop in Co. Monaghan on Wednesday

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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.

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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