Local News from Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Kfm understands that without mentioning leadership outright, Kildare South TD Seán Ó Fearghaíl became the first Fianna Fáil TD to allude to it.

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A woman walking home at around 1.30am was attacked by two men, pushed to the ground, and had her handbag stolen.

Enquiries are ongoing and Gardai said no further information is available at this time.

This morning on Kildare Today we spoke with principal Mark Dowling and former principal Sister Anne Doyle.

Work was being done to Athy train station when the incident occurred

His father Vincent - himself receiving cancer treatment - says Evan was “lost in the system".

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Higher Education Minister and Kildare North TD James Lawless described the cut as a "landmark moment" that "will ease financial pressure for 108,000 students and their families".

Gardaí in Athy are examining Ring doorbell footage and canvassing local CCTV.

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Irish students are scoring above average for Maths, Science and Reading skills.

The day of action between the Gardaí, NTA, and rail operators will operate nationwide on most routes.

The former two-weight world champion missed three tests last year.