Local News from Friday, July 11th, 2025

The HSE said it conducted an internal review after the leaseholder handed back possession, and concluded that the property was “not required at present for health service delivery” in the area.

Parts of Kildare are officially classified as high-radon areas, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

New figures show that between January 2024 and June 2025, a total of 566 fixed charge notices were issued in the Kildare/Carlow Garda Division for parking in disabled bays without a valid permit.

Raising the issue during a Dáil debate, Wicklow Fine Gael TD Edward Timmins cited multiple studies identifying the N81 as “one of the most dangerous roads in the country.”

Kildare North Social Democrats TD Aidan Farrelly has welcomed the move, saying Ms Connolly has been a strong voice for peace, human rights, and progressive causes.

An internal investigation had been launched after the school learned he was running what it considered a rival grinds business.

Speaking in the Seanad, Senator Fiona O Loughlin said red tape is often blocking generous donations that could benefit local communities, especially in areas where facilities for arts, recreation or education are badly needed.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage from the area between 5.30 and 6.30pm to contact Naas Garda Station or the Garda Confidential Line.

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A sunscreen trial in Monasterevin has been described as a big success.

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Regulations state rooms for children under one shouldn't go above 20 degrees, or 22 degrees for older children.

The incident happened in Ballinderry on Thursday morning

Compass Ireland, the company providing food services on-site, is proposing to cut over a third of its 99 staff following reduced demand from Intel.