Local News from Wednesday, August 6th, 2025

Cash and Jewellery Taken In Overnight Burglary In Maganey

A sum of cash and several pieces of jewellery - including a ring, bracelets, and a chain - were taken during the break-in.
Calls To Relax 5km Rule As Council Plans More Serviced Housing Sites Amid Low Uptake In Pilot Scheme

If offered a site, successful applicants would need to pay at least a 10% deposit within a month. The rest must be paid after planning permission is granted.
Gardaí Investigate Tool Theft From Vehicle In Newbridge

A number of power tools were taken from the vehicle during the theft.
Death Of Carlow Woman On Yacht In New York Under Investigation

Suffolk County police responded to a call from a man who said a woman was unconscious on a boat which was docked at Montauk Yacht Club in New York State.
Row Erupts Over €1.6M Cycleway Between Moone And Timolin

The €1.6 million project is part of a national pilot scheme by Transport Infrastructure Ireland, being delivered by Kildare County Council.
Kildare Among Top Counties Contacting Crime Victims Helpline As Assaults Lead Reports

Over 6,800 calls were made to the service in 2024.
Dublin Horse Show Opens At RDS With 12,000 Bales Of Bedding Delivered

Over 110 thousand people are expected to attend the show, with Friday set to be the busiest day.
TDs And Senators Receive Salary Increases Under Public Sector Pay Deal

The increases are part of the public sector pay deal.

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