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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 project has been approved under the Additional School Accommodation Scheme.

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The new scheme was introduced on July 1st, and affects cases where criminal defendants require free legal aid.

Nine projects and programmes are being designated by the Government as critical infrastructure.

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The centre near Castledermot is preparing to open its doors in September of this year.

Members of the public have the chance to have their blood pressure and pulse checked

Over 15,000 people applied to enter An Garda Síochána.

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They say there are extensive works required to bring this estate up to standard

Uisce Éireann has extended its Water Conservation Order nationwide

The incident happened at Junction 6 Ballybannon at around 7.05 yesterday morning.

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An Garda Síochána continues to provide welfare support to the members and their families.

The closure came into effect on Tuesday July 21st

It's being described as a "landmark" project, to be located on the Athgarvan Road.

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The club is currently located across from these estates

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There is concerns that the cafe will close, with a lack of social outlets already in the area.

The incident happened Southbound at Junction 6 this morning, between Leighlinbridge and Tinryland

The scheme is designed to assist local cultural events which may not be eligible under funding criteria for larger scale events

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The proposal was aimed at supporting local businesses

Emergency services are understood to be dealing with a collision.

Kildare County Council apologise for any inconvenience caused.

The vapes were seized from a commercial premises during an ongoing investigation.

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CCTV shows two males entering the property at approximately 3am yesterday morning.

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It comes as Kildare Fire Service issued a status orange fire risk for the county, which is in place until Friday (July 24th) 12pm.

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It comes as lighting will become an important issue as the weather deteriorates in the winter months.

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The theft occurred between 1pm on Sunday 19th of July and 9am on Monday 20th of July.

Kildare County Council was cited as an example of good practice when it came to water enforcement

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The ‘Y’ junction at Kelly’s Farm on Lackagh Road has previously been identified as a location with poor sightlines and a history of road traffic accidents

Due to the nature of the works, this section of road will be closed

A total of 1,434 residential buildings were recorded as being under construction in Kildare in June 2026

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He has been jailed for five years and nine months and is also disqualified from driving for 15 years.

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It comes as Government have introduced new rules which come into effect in August

The original robbery, involving over IR£200,000 stolen from a mail train, was one of Ireland’s most infamous heists

It brings the total number of charities in the county up to 373

The closing date for submissions is 4th September 2026

Local people had complained that they were struggling to safely exit their driveways

Many residents had voiced concerns about the outages

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It comes as there was no back-up for two Gardaí assaulted in Dublin city centre

The Naas Roads Policing Unit detected the driver speeding on the M4

The device is illegal on Irish roads, e-scooters must not exceed 20km/h.

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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